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Friday, November 14, 2014

Architecture

1) Architectural images shouldn’t just be aesthetic and graphic; they should also provide dynamism and movement – so play with the lines, the light and the shadows to provide interest and consider the hierarchy of levels and areas.

2) Use your hands or your mind, crop the preceding images to include just the structures and see if they would still work.

3) Watch for shadows and reflections in your photos, it may weaker or strengthen the photo.

1) I chose this photo because of the optical illusion.

2) The lighting on this photo is coming from the overhead buildings mainly and a little bit of the street.

3) The photographer was standing in the middle of the parking lot/street. The photographer took a very bubbled fisheye and took a photo facing upward. yes the entire subject is in the photo.

4) Yes the rules of photography are evident, such as lines and light, No traditional rules do not apply to this photo.

1) I chose this photo because of all of the colors.
2) The lighting is coming from the building and the passing cars. I would just not do anything at all i would take the picture and leave it the way it is.
3) The photographer was standing on top of the building using a very bubbled fish eye lens ands took the photo facing down. He must of leaned over the ledge of the building to take this photo. i don't not believe that there was a better way of taking this photo.
4)The rules of photography are all there and they don't really go along with the original rules of photography but they photographer pulled the picture off.

I don't really want to list some places because people will steal my ideas and I don't want that to happen but i have some good ideas. The tilt shift lens makes everything look fake and like legos. http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Ultra-Tilt-Shift-Digital-Cameras/dp/B001TDL2O0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416001366&sr=8-1&keywords=tilt+shift+lens+canon

1) Fisheye
2) 35mm PC
3) Camera Body

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Camera Etiquette

1) This article talks about certain things you should and shouldn't do while taking pictures. It talks about understanding that you're not the only person at the event taking pictures, and you need to be polite to the others taking pictures. I t also specifies on how you need to be aware of your environment and surroundings.
2) The best tip i could give you is not to be a doushe to the other photographers.
a)I think this is a good tip because if you need a favor later on during that event the other photographer will not want to do it for you.

a)I would just start to ignore them.

a)No, most of the time i am shooting not worrying about the the other photographers.

3) Keep in mind that its the bride and grooms day. they hired a photographer for a reason and they most likely had to pay quite a bit for it. as a professional, explain that you want to get your shot, and then you will let them get theirs. know the rules of the church.
4) Of course this is from the perspective of a guest. But lets think about this from the professional photographers eyes.
a. How would you deal with a "rude" guest if you were hired to shoot a wedding? simply be polite and suggest taking turns.
b. What if that person was the Brides mother, or someone else important, would that change how you deal with the problem? if you remain polite and make sure to take turns, there isnt much you can do about rude people. you just have to make them understand that you were hired for a reason, and they can have their turn after.
c. What could you do ahead of time to perhaps help with the problem? set the "rules" from the very beginning so that everyone has a clear understanding.
d. What could you do during to keep this issue from occurring, if you sense its starting to get out of control? maybe ask members of the wedding party or the wedding planner since it is in their best interests for the bride and groom to be happy. they would most likely be willing to help.

5) be polite in your constructive criticism. make sure to apologize if you hit someone and move on once youve got your good shots. make sure your friends and family dont take advantage of you. a. Which annoying thing do you think would bother you the most? i think the fact that people dont apologize for doing something or they just stand right in your way the whole time even when they arent taking pictures.
b. What annoying things have you encountered when out taking pictures? Describe the moment?people photobombing your picture trying to be funny when you are trying to be serious.
c. What would you do if a family member or friend wanted you to shoot something that you know would take a lot of time and involve a lot of work? Do you work for free? i would ask them to consider how busy my life is and that if they want me to take pictures of something that would take a lot of time and commitment when i could have booked another shoot with someone willing to pay. working for free when it is only for like less than an hour is okay, but if they want prints, then they can pay for those. otherwise i would politely ask them to consider maybe giving a little something in return.