"CeCelia loves to run"

"We're originally from Portland but Bend is beautiful"

"I used to be a photographer. Best job ever."

"I actually really love getting my photo taken."

"This is Ben, we have a girl on the way"

My Photo

Inspired Photo

My Photo

Inspired Photo

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Thankful Photos

Motion Photos

Here is my example of Motion Blur:

Here is my example of Freeze Motion:

Here is my example of Pan Motion:

Exposure Examples

Exposure: the amount of light allowed to fall on each area unit of a photographic medium (photographic film or image sensor) during the process of taking a photograph.

Three important elements in a photo:
-Aperture: Size of the opening of the lens while the photo is taken.
Smaller the number, larger the aperture.
Larger the number, smaller the aperture.

-Shutter Speed: amount of times the shutter is open.
Slower the shutter speed, the more blurry the photo becomes.
Faster makes it clearer and sharper.

-ISO (film speed): measure of a digital camera sensor's sensitivity to light.

Motion Blur

Pan Motion

Freeze Motion

As far as basic lighting is concerned, I've learned that the broader the light source, the softer it is on the object or subject in the photo, especially in portraits. It reduces lines and shadows.

The farther a light is from it's source, the less it projects onto the subject of the photograph.

Shadows can help to create volume and three-dimensionality in a photo, especially in portraits.

I chose this photo for the word reflection because of the girl's shadow mirrored in the water from the rain. I really liked how the ripples in the water make her reflection blurred, and I like the colors of the plants and leaves along the sidewalk next to her.

I chose this photo because I like the point of view, the lighting on her face and the glint on her earring. I think it makes it really interesting and unique.

Portraits Intro

1. I am photographing my friend Kelsey at school and my sister Danielle at home. I chose these two because I am close with both of them and I am comfortable directing them for the photos. I am going to try to capture the beauty in all of their features.
2. I learned that the shoulders are the main point of focus in a portrait, because the head is sitting on them; changing the angle or perspective of the photo can make a huge difference as to how the image looks; environmental portraits give points of interest to otherwise boring shots; choosing a location is important in keeping the subject the main focus of the image; and I learned that having the subject face away from the camera adds uniqueness and interest, rather than the cliche of facing the lens.

I like this photo because of the candidness of the shot and the genuine emotion on her face. It makes the picture look much less posed and planned. Having the blurred shape of someone's face on the right side also makes it look like the picture wasn't meant to be taken.

I think this photo is unique because it shows the emotions of the woman and what seems to be a genuine smile on her face. I think that the overall image is very pretty and respectful of her ethnicity and cultural identity, which makes it a very well-taken portrait.

I like this image because it looks relaxed and natural rather than posed as she leans against a car and faces away. The view behind her is very beautiful and makes me wonder what she is looking at, which makes the shot far more interesting.

I chose this picture because the lines of the railing lead out of the photo and give an interesting effect to it. I like the colors as well and the shadow on the concrete.

This photo represents the Rule of Balance because of the tree and building taking up the space of the image without leaving gaps. I also chose this because I liked the element of fall in the colors of the trees and the sun's rays.

This photo represents the Rule of Thirds because the birds inhabit the right third of the photo and are headed into the open space of the image.

Rules of Composition

Rules of Composition

1. Rule of thirds:
Nine equal segments by two vertical and two horizontal lines; the most important elements are to be postitioned along these lines or where they intersect. This is perhaps the most important rule in photography because it composes the picture in such a way that it catches the eye.

By having the sun on the left third of the photo instead of the center, and the little boat on the right third, the photo has balance as well as eye-catching composition.






2. Balance:
Placing an object off-center helps interest but leaves an empty space. Place an object of lesser importance to balance the photo.

By including the shadow of the two flowers in the left third of the image, it creates balance and interest rather than an empty space.





3. Lines: 
Drawing the photo along lines affects the way the image is seen, which can help enhance it.

The lines leading back into the photo enhance the way it's seen and make it very pleasing to look at.






4. Symmetry and patterns:
Make eye-catching compositions, especially in places that are unexpected. Breaking the symmetry or pattern can also introduce tension and a focal point.

This shows a symmetrical image of an egg with patterns on the space it's sitting on. I think it's a very good representation of this rule of composition.







5. Point of View (POV):
Viewpoint has a drastic impact on the composition of the photo, and the message it sends.

I think that the perspective of this picture, looking up to the sky from under the flower, makes it more interesting than it would from above.








6. Background/foreground:
Human eye can distinguish between different elements, where a camera can flatten the photo and make it less of an interesting perspective of the subject.

By having a focal point with a busy background, the photo distinguishes the difference in space between the elements.






7. Depth:
Due to a two-dimensional image, one would have to choose the composition carefully to create a three-dimensional feel. Overlapping and layering deliberately changes the image.

Layering and defining the mountains show the three-dimensionality that the actual place offers.






8. Framing:
Natural frames, such as trees, archways, holes, etc. help create an edge to the photo to emphasize some of the main points.

The trees surrounding the water give the image a more detailed and interesting setting, instead of the water alone leaving it as a blank and boring picture.






9. Cropping:
Photos tend to lack impact if the subject is too small to recognize its detail or form; by cropping around it, you can eliminate the background and give it more attention.

Having a very close-up cropped image of the animal allows the viewer to see the detail in its fur and eyes, making it clearer and more vibrant.






10. Break the Rules: 
With intention, breaking the rules of composition can make the image more interesting or experimental.

This shot is very beautiful because of the perspective it offers and the natural elements of the trees and moss.

I enjoy this picture because of the textures and overlapping of the different shapes of the mountains. The diversity of the colors makes it a very interesting shot.

I thought that this photo is very beautiful because of the perspective and the contrast in colors, as well as the reflection onto the rippled water.

I chose this picture because I thought the point of view looking through the fence was interesting. I also liked the change of color in the sky, as well as the single ray of light from the sun on the top of the photograph.

I chose this picture because it was a beautiful cloudless day and I thought the sun's rays made it an interesting shot. The point of view looking up was unique to me.