Monday, September 16, 2024
Artist of the Week- William Henry Fox Talbot
William Henry Fox Talbot, by John Moffat, 1864.
View of the Boulevards of Paris
William Henry Fox Talbot British
The photographic workshop in Reading, 1846
William Henry Fox Talbot (British - An Oak Tree in Winter )
Dandelion seeds (1858 or later)
Latticed window at Lacock Abbey, August 1835. A positive from what may be the oldest existing camera negative.
Exhibition Credits
Support for the exhibition is generously provided by the William Talbott Hillman Foundation.
https://cmoa.org/exhibition/talbot/
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Clone Stamp
Before
Clone Tool Demonstration Rubric
| Criteria | 3 - Excellent | 2 - Satisfactory | 1 - Needs Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tool Selection | Correctly selects and uses the Clone Stamp tool with confidence. | Selects the Clone Stamp tool but demonstrates limited understanding. | Fails to select the Clone Stamp tool or uses an incorrect tool. |
| Customization | Effectively customizes tool settings (Size, Hardness, Blending mode) for desired effect. | Customizes some tool settings, but lacks effectiveness or precision. | Does not customize any tool settings or incorrect settings used. |
| Application Technique | Accurately sets a source point and seamlessly copies and paints content in the new area. | Sets a source point but has some difficulty with copying and painting content. | Struggles to set a source point and does not successfully copy or paint content. |
| Overall Effectiveness | Creates a polished and cohesive image using the Clone Stamp tool. | Image is somewhat cohesive but lacks polish or clarity. | Image appears disjointed or lacks any effective use of the Clone Stamp tool. |
How to use the Photoshop Clone Stamp tool.
Here’s how you can use the Clone Stamp tool to remove an unwanted area in an image while retaining the background.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
3 edits in Lightroom
Artist of the Week - Chris Burkard
View Chris Burkard's photography .Choose top 2 images .
Answer the following questions
1. How is the technical quality?
2. How’s the composition?
3. Does the photographer tell a story?
4. What do you find interesting about his work?
Chris Burkard- Film Response
PHOTOGRAPHER CHRIS BURKARD
Photographer Chris Burkard
Arctic Swell - Surfing the Ends of the Earth
Photographer Chris Burkard and Professional Surfers Patrick Millin, Brett Barley, and Chadd Konig brave sub-zero temperatures in the Arctic Circle to capture moments of raw beauty in conditions that rank among the harshest in the natural world. The bitterly cold seas and wind exact a large price on their minds and bodies, but the reward - adventure, amazement, and self-knowledge - draws them closer together and pushes them to tackle the next frontier in surfing.
https://www.smugmug.com/films/chris-burkard
Exploring Arctic Surfing
1. What motivates the speaker to document their experiences in the Arctic?
2. Describe the contrast between the speaker's experiences in Southern California and the Arctic. How does this affect their perception of beauty?
3. How does the speaker describe the relationship between surfing and community within the surf culture?
Exploring the Joy of Surfing in Cold Waters
1. Describe the contrast between the photographer's initial expectations of surfing and the reality he faced in cold water.
2. Explain how the photographer relates pain to mindfulness . What is the connection he makes between suffering and the value of his work?
3. Discuss the significance of the places the photographer seeks out for his work. How do these locations differ from typical tourist destinations?
Friday, September 6, 2024
Weekly Challenge - Elements of Art
Take one photo of each of the elements of art (Your own).
1. Label photos 2.Post to your website
An element of art defined by a point moving in space. Line may be two-or three-dimensional, descriptive, implied, or abstract.
Shape
SHAPE
An element of art that is two-dimensional, flat, or limited to height and width.
Form
Form
An element of art that is three-dimensional and encloses volume; includes height, width AND depth (as in a cube, a sphere, a pyramid, or a cylinder). Form may also be free flowing.
Space
SPACE
An element of art by which positive and negative areas are defined or a sense of depth achieved in a work of art.
Value
Value
The lightness or darkness of tones or colors. White is the lightest value; black is the darkest. The value halfway between these extremes is called middle gray.
Color
COLOR
- Color is what the eye sees when light is reflected off an object.
- Primary colors: red, yellow, blue.
- Secondary colors: orange, purple, green.
- Value is the lightness or darkness of a color.
• Value: hue’s lightness and darkness (a color’s value changes when white or black is added)
• Intensity: quality of brightness and purity (high intensity= color is strong and bright; low intensity= color is faint and dull)
Texture
Texture
An element of art that refers to the way things feel, or look as if they might feel if touched.
Photography Challenge Rubric: Elements of Art
| Criteria | 3 Points (Exemplary) | 2 Points (Proficient) | 1 Point (Needs Improvement) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo Quality | Photos are sharp, well-composed, and creatively capture the Elements of Art. | Photos are clear but may lack creativity or composition. | Photos are blurry or poorly composed, lacking focus. |
| Element Representation | Each photo clearly represents a different Element of Art, showcasing understanding. | Most photos represent the Elements of Art, but some may be unclear. | Photos do not effectively represent the Elements of Art. |
| Labeling | All photos are accurately labeled with correct terminology and clear descriptions. | Most photos are labeled correctly, with minor errors in terminology. | Labels are missing or incorrect for most photos. |
| Website Presentation | Photos are posted on the website in an organized and visually appealing layout. | Photos are posted but the layout lacks organization or visual appeal. | Photos are poorly organized or not uploaded correctly. |
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https://digital-photography-school.com/a-beginners-guide-to-focus-stacking/ Georgia Mya
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