Photography Journal

 Photography for   Self Expression ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A project I recently worked on for Advanced Studio was all about Mindful Photography. I utilized two books to learn about this process: Exploring the self through Photography by Claire Clark and Zen Camera by David Ulrich.  The Books The Discovery Even before this Advanced Studio class, I was looking at using photography as a tool for self awareness, especially through workshop series.  Mindful Photography Mindful Photography is a way to look at the world around you, as well as your values/what is important to you, by capturing it in images, then reflecting on the process and the image taken.  The Process: Example The following is the process followed during my Advanced Studio project.  Supplies needed: camera, tripod, journal, pens/pencils Objectives: ·        Understand ...

    Making a Scene ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The script Person in a room. A bed separates this person from an open door. Something is out of place. A second person is looking. A third person's presence exists but is unclear. One of the three figures thinks, "Everything is perfect". The Concept This scene is about reflection. It relates to how we perceive ourselves, but also how others around us influence us.  It represents inner growth and reflection - going towards open doors within our lives through learning and growing.  Title: Reflect, Grow, Be You The sketch The sketch is hard to read, but the following Items that will be included: plants mirrors frames others tbd The following are concepts to be included: reflection in a mirror plants to represent growth and open door opportunities other people supporting or pulling back someone trying to grow and move forward The Results I have not decided which ...

   ABC Assignment ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ OK! I will first start by saying that I had SOOOO much fun with this assignment! At first I was thinking of photographing items, or a theme, related to each letter of the alphabet. Then I decided I was going to actually photograph the alphabet, in a unique and creative way! I had two ideas: 1. paint the alphabet on my face 2. paint the alphabet on canvases then create a mini-wall mural within my house ------------------------------------------ I decided to go with #1!  I wanted to paint my face all up! ------------------------------------------ The Results I created a contact sheet so to sat, of all the photos. I then printed it on 18inches by 24 inches to display in class. I thought this would be the most rational way to display it. Although, printing 4 by 6 prints would have been good too. This way they are all in one location and I do not have to pin each one up...

 Digital 4 by 5 Results ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I will first start by stating that I am disappointed in my digital prints. I got them printed at London Drugs, as I did not have time to come in when our technician was in. I forgot to check the box that says leave the images "as is" and not edit them further.  If you did not know, London Drugs edits all the photos you send in, unless you specify not to.  These are nothing like the photo I had in Photoshop, and the contrast is high, and the blacks are too much.  I did not pick them up until Monday after a work meeting, and did not have time to re-send them. And to be honest, it was a little pricey. I am much happier with my enlarged photos, as you can see in the other 4 by 5 results post .  A great learning opportunity, but always ensure you are getting what you want, especially when you send for digital printing! I think the...