TASKS FOR APRIL
Illustration of an Iconic Image
Make a new document 8×12 or 12×8 240 ppi. Paste the illustration you want to trace and fit to the correct size. Make a new blank layer to trace on and lock it. Trace the illustration with a thin pencil and then color it in with brushes and the paint bucket. Make sure to add a background to your illustration.
DUE DATE: Friday, May 1, 1 Image
Meticulous Photography
Meticulous means to show great attention to detail, very careful and precise. For this assignment you will meticulously arrange everyday objects that can be found around your home.
First, look at the photography work of Emily Blincoe. http://www.emilyblincoe.com/arrangements
Select your favorite work by her and put it on your blog with a short explanation why this image caught your eye. Find a variety of objects and items that can be used to create your meticulous arrangement. Find a simple suitable background for your shot. This could be a plain pillow case, large piece of paper, or anything large enough with no pattern. Set up your arrangement and be meticulous and pay attention to details. Make sure you are in adequate lighting, and please remember how important good lighting is in photography.Take a few photographs from above, looking straight down at your arrangement. Go in as close as you can. Make sure your image is tack sharp! Never rely on just taking one shot. Edit your favorite photograph with PS or LR.
Meticulous arrangement of objects, which are then photographed have been used in advertising and commercial photography for years.
DUE DATE: Friday, April 24th; 1 Photo
Bubbles
"Bubbles", a fun frothy assignment to get us through the winter. It's definitely a more wide open subject than you might think. Consider using them for or in portraits, reflections, and macros.
DUE DATE: Friday, April 24th, 1 Photo
Cloudscapes
Pay attention to the skies. Find something interesting.
DUE DATE: Friday, May 15th; 3 pictures.
Conceptual Self-Portrait
A conceptual photograph is a type of photography that illustrates an idea... in this case the idea will be YOU. You might be in the photo, then again, you might not be. Here are some interesting examples. The focus is on personality instead of physical appearance...
DUE DATE: Friday, May 15;1 image.
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