LINK to complete strengths survey

Please follow the link to complete the survey to the best of you ability.

Manciu is how you spell me last name :)

 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v8lHvw-nJdVgqaAToHBRdK1TwzUY2UBk3TFBs9yXS7w/viewform?usp=send_form

COLOR PROCESSING

Links for great resources for color processing 

•http://photoshoproadmap.com/20-fascinating-color-post-processing-effects-photoshop-tutorials/

•http://www.thephotoargus.com/35-helpful-photoshop-post-processing-photo-editing-tutorials/

•https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLHCM814stI

•https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eneyl4KS99A

•https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G74NkuldCuo

PAY YOUR PHOTO FEES

Have you paid your photo fees??
Check with me, please!
50 dollars per semester.
Pay to Ms. Watkins, the book keeper, and show me your receipt!

ALTERED BOOK ASSIGNMENT :)

Objective: To create an altered book that represents a theme encompassing all that one word can represent.  You will creatively incorporate your own photos and add/subtract from your altered book to aid in demonstrating your theme.

Altered book: an altered book is a type of artist’s book where an existing book is transforming in some way to create a new work. A bound book is utilized as the surface to create art by various means, including, but not limited to, collaging, painting, rubber stamping, tearing, folding, burning, cutting, sewing, drawing and coloring. An altered book is another format to showcase art. 

How do you begin?

1. You need a theme!
You may choose from one of the following words or choose your own to serve as the theme for your photos and the way you compose your book.  The word has to be a noun or adjective. No student may have the same word!

Words
Hero                  evil                   superstitious             pair                suspended               pair
blue                   abandon           contrast                     insect             break                       dirty
water                 alone                 dog                           small              technology              sublime
contrast             accident             regret                      love                 bravery                   time
circle                 fantasy              spicy                       falling              fantasy                   path
peace                 protect               water                      safe                  future                    nightmare
fear                    single                alone                      childhood         light                      fast food
grow                  progression       window                  movie              cut                         humor
express             place                   diversity                equality           transform              labeled
identity             subconscious     beautiful                grotesque         nature                    slimy
two faced         hybrid                line                         exposed           paranoid                wet
rough               double                spy                         quote               surveillance           illusion
surreal             pattern                story                       narrative          risk                        chaos
simplicity        encounter           evolve                    secret               free                        mask
two faced        identity              path                         journey           wind
                            
Other word options: https://quizlet.com/1022309/college-board-top-100-common-satact-vocabulary-words-flash-cards/

2. You need a book to alter!  You must have this book by Friday, April 24^th.  Preferably a hard cover that you can get from home.  You can make the book from scratch (papers, matte board, pages, newspaper).  Be creative!

3. You need 20 new photos to incorporate in some way into your book.  These photos must be taken by Wednesday, April 29^th for a formative grade.  They can be taken on any camera, but must aid in representing your theme, be well exposed, and interesting compositions.

*Make a list of the photos you will take!

4. You need to determine how you will alter/construct the book.  20 alterations must be included.  Make a list of the supplies you will use, and the 20 alterations you will make.  Get the hard copy list from me. Look up altered book examples!

-Will you add quotes? How will you adhere your pieces? Will you draw?

Possible supplies

Paints: watercolors, acrylics, Jacquard brand translucent colors, artists' inks.

Applicators: brushes, sponges, toothpicks.

Pens: Pilot V Ball or other roller ball pen, paint pens, squeeze paints, archival markers, photo tinting markers, colored pencils.

Papers and fabrics: card stock, tags, bingo cards, vellum, ticket stubs, newsprint, magazine clippings, stamps, fabric scraps, colored threads, ribbons.

Scissors, hole punch, craft knife, cutting mat.

Adhesives: UHU or Avery brand glue stick, white craft glue, mono-adhesive double-sided tape.

Photos: instant camera photos, laser color or black-and-white copies, postcards, drawings.

Embellishments: lace, hankies, charms, beads, alphabet beads, mini bottles, screen, grommets, tassels, wire, dried flowers, found objects 

5. You need to brainstorm and plan, plan, plan! Show me the following written/sketched plan by April 23rd:

·         What does your word mean? What research did you find? What photos did you collect? Does it take on different meanings? What does the word mean to you? Did it mean something different in different context or different time periods?

·         20 photos you will take

·         20 alterations

·         Example altered book pages

6. Physically map out your book before altering your book.  What pages will be glued together? What will go on each page? Where will photos go? What colors/alterations will go on each? Will I make cut-outs or burn edges anywhere? Does every page connect with my theme word?

7. Start altering and adding to your book once this planning and mapping is finished!

**Print your photos no bigger than wallet sized or 3x4.  Email me your photos @acmanciu@aps.k12.co.us or print from hard drive

Requirements at a glimpse:

7-12 pages

Composition in photos: photos are well exposed, rule of thirds, focal point, angle, close up, planned

Composition in book pages: Book pages are different and attention to rule of thirds, where items/color is placed, focal point, balance, rhythm, contrast, overlap

20 new photos

All pages go with your chosen word/theme

20 alterations to book

Craftsmanship

Creative and unique

Well planned and executed

Cover is eye catching, altered, and encompasses the theme

Due dates for altered book

Formative: Altered book plan due Thursday: April 23rd

Formative: Chosen book and you have it at school by Friday, April 24th

Formative: Photos uploaded to computer by Wednesday, April 29^th

Formative: Mid progress critique: Friday, May 1^st

Summative: Final altered book is due Wednesday, May 6^th.                                                                                                                                                                           

Example altered book:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/graceless/sets/72157618616334381/

INSPIRATIONS

Public image vs private identity
http://www.tate.org.uk/art/artworks/wearing-im-desperate-p78348/text-summary
What I wish my teacher knew about me...

Video:
http://www.ted.com/talks/erik_johansson_impossible_photography?language=en#t-44765

Final Project Guidelines

What to start brainstorming about...

1. Your project can expand upon a project that we have done previously in the semester.
2. Your project should reveal your unique view of the world. It should be a set of images that you are passionate about so that you are invested in the process and outcome. How is this project “yours” and only “yours”? Why would no one else in the world be able to make this project?
3. Your project should be meaningful, with conceptual depth and complexity. Ask yourself whether it needs more “layers” of complexity, both visually and conceptually.
4. Your project should exhibit your technical competency.
5. Your project should push beyond the boundaries of what you have done so far this semester. Instead of merely replicating techniques or ideas of others, your project should bring your own creative perspective to the table.
6. Think big! Edit later. Start like an adventurer and dreamer.
7. Your project should be cohesive so that the images relate to one another in some important, meaningful way.

• This assignment will involve brainstorming and research before diving in to make sure you are planned to take your photos. I will need to see your ideas/brainstorm before you check out camera

• You must sign up to check out a camera.  You may sign up for up to two nights.  However, if you don't get your shoot done or check out the camera on the day you signed up for, you will lose your slot and can not sign up again.
• I should not be able to tell your photos were taken at RHS

Tentative Critique: May 12, 13

You may share on your blog or print series

There will be a written section included

Example

http://grhodes.tumblr.com/

http://allieulnick.blogspot.com/2011/06/final-project_30.html

http://photography370.blogspot.com/2011/06/final-project-works-in-progress_29.html

Also, research photograph series

REMINDER: BOTH ASSIGNMENTS DUE MONDAY

Hand out info. the sub will have for you in hard copy Friday (4-10)

Abstract Composition: Student has created a final unique composition composed of 6 best abstract images (from the 100 you took). 

·         13 x 19 inches

·         The viewer can't tell there are 6 photos merged together-you have blended and warped and placed the photos strategically so the photos work together

·         No white space showing

·         You have evidence of: Rule of thirds, juxtaposition (contrast), a point of interest (focal point), rhythm, and unity, overlap 

·         It is unique, creative, and thoughtful 

·         Photos used are abstract

·         3 drafts total

·         The best final image is flattened, saved a s a .jpg, and printed (if fee has been paid)

Tips to try in Photoshop: Have you tried: multiplying images, altering opacity, color balance, black and white, distort/warp, refine edge, overlap, smudge, quick selection, rotating

Artist Rendition: Student has researched 3 photographers and completed Power Point, including 3 of his/her own copycat photos.

·         (40%) Power Point research and image examples on 3 chosen artists

o    15 example images for each artist

o    Questions from blog answered for each artist thoroughly, easy to follow

o    Artists chosen are from designated time periods (pre 40s, 50s-80s, now)

·         (40%)3 of your best copycat/replicates photos added to end of Power Point

o    Must be side by side with original photograph (label your photos and the original photo so I know which is which)

o    Must be edited in Photoshop (adjustments layer at least)

o    Following questions answered on slide after your copycats:

1.       The artist that I chose to copy was____________.

 2. I recreated the photographs by________(be specific: lighting, subject, background, camera settings, angle/perspective)

3. I know I was successful in my recreate photo shoot because____________

4. I chose these photographs to recreate because__________

5. My biggest take away from researching these artists and stepping into his/her shoes was_______.       (No more than 2 paragraphs)

o    Copy cats are ALSO uploaded to your blog along with original

·         (20%) Participation in group critique

Power Point must be emailed to acmanciu@aps.k12.co.us

If it is not emailed to me, it will not be graded

If it is not submitted by Monday, you will not get higher than a Partially Proficient

Both  summative assignments DUE beginning of class Monday, April 13^th

ABSTRACT COMPOSITION

100 photos taken by end of Wednesday (4-1)

Formative Abstract photography shot list

·         10 shots with camera tilted weird

·         10 shots from bird’s eye view

·         10 shots from worm’s eye view

·         10 shots with slow exposure (low ss 1/15, 1/30, 1/60) and moving the camera

·         10 shots with slow exposure (low ss 1/15, 1/30, 1/60) and the subject moving

·         10 shots with close up and sharp angle

·         10 shots with blurry focus

·         10 shots demonstrating repetition

·         10 shots with extreme colors

·         10 shots your choice (think texture, lines, shapes, reverse lens)

Instructions with what to do with these photos to come on Wednesday

THESE PHOTOS SHOULD BE TAKEN IN CLASS

How do you know there are abstract? Your viewer should look at the photo and say, what is it? Close ups, focus on elements of design
Examples:

NEXT STEPS

The objective is to create a final unique composition composed of 6 of your best abstract images (from the 100 you took).  These images should work together to make a unified, interesting final art work.

1. With your abstract photos…

•Narrow your 100 down to 20ish of your best photos to work with

•Look for your most interesting and successful abstract photos, or similarities in the photos.  Could lines from one lead into another? Is there a dominant color you would like in your final?  Do you like the contrast in texture/ color/ shapes in certain photos?

2.  Create 3 draft compositions- 6 photos each (these can be the same or different)

•Document size: 13x19 inches (File>New 13x19)

•Incorporate the images (file>place)

–Hold the shift button while resizing.  After placed, if you need to resize the image again hit > ctrl >t.

-If you need to crop image, use rectangular marquee tool, quick selection tool, or polygonal lasso tool! Then copy and paste.

-Before asking for help, make sure you are on the correct layer!

-For better blending, refine edge (you will need to copy and paste to make adjustment) . 

•When photos are placed in doc., move photos around, overlap

–Adjustments to consider: hue, size, replicate, smudge, adjustments tool, refine edge, filter (no more than 15%) to INDIVIDUAL photos

3. After you have placed and made Photoshop adjustments to individual photos and everything is how you want it, you will flatten the image.  After flattening the image, you can make overall adjustments to the overall photo (smudge, color, exposure, etc).

4. Choose the best out of your 3 drafts, check with me, and print your best composition.

Requirements

-13 x 19 inches

-The viewer can't tell there are 6 photos merged together-you have blended and warped and placed the photos strategically so the photos work together

-No white space showing

-You have evidence of: Rule of thirds, juxtaposition (contrast), a point of interest (focal point), rhythm, and unity 

-It is unique, creative, and thoughtful 

-Photos used are abstract

-3 drafts total

-The image is flattened, saved a s a .jpg, and printed (if fee has been paid)

4th Quarter Project 1: Artist Rendition

ARTIST & RENDITIONS

Project Objectives:

§Research 3 photographers who’s images you like

§1 present day photograph(working now!!!)

§1 photographer between 1950-1980

§1 photographer from before 1940

§Create a PowerPoint or GoogleDrive Presentation

§Include 15 photographs of each photographers’(45 TOTAL)

Websites to for photographer hunting:

http://www.ignant.de/category/photography/

1.    Research the following information for each photographer:

§  Name

§  Date of Birth

§  Where are they from?

§  What photo equipment do they use?

2.    Research what the photographers motivation or reason why behind their photographs? Why do they take photos? Why do they photograph what they photograph?

3.    In your OWN words, describe each photographers’ work. Talk about the characteristics of their art. (3-4 sentences)

4.    What do you like MOST about this artist’s work?

5.    If you were able to meet this artist, what are TWO questions you would ask him/her?

6.    Please include the websites that you’ve used for information: must site work!

NEXT STEPS

Artist Research Assignment

·         Choose 1 of your 3 photographers to photograph like

·         Take 30 photos or more 

****Suggested that you copy cat/recreate 3 of the photographers photographs unless you are constructing a complicated scene that will take a lot of time

OR

·         Choose all 3 of your photographers to photograph like

·         Take 10 or more photographs like each of your photographers

    

Photos taken by Monday (4-6)

Photo edits complete and 3 recreates added to Power Point side by side with original by Friday 4-10

POWER POINT WITH RECREATES ADDED TO IT DUE FRIDAY 4-10

ALSO ADD your best recreate and original to your blog, titled (artist) recreate

Last step:

Answer the following on your POWER POINT with your recreates

1. I recreated the photographs by________(be specific: lighting, subject, background, camera settings, angle/perspective)

2. I know I was successful in my recreate photo shoot because____________

3. I chose these photographs to recreate because__________

4. My biggest take away from researching these artists and stepping into his/her shoes was_______.

Wrapping up 3rd quarter: What needs to be done

Shutter speed assignment

1. 5 independent images posted to your blog
2. Minimum of 1 paragraph included with the images explaining:  

• Process and idea 
• Theme you were going for
• Shutter speed you used and why-how that effected your theme
• If you were to do it again you would...

Forgiveness assignment

1. Image/s posted to your blog (text art portrait OR conceptual image/s representing the letter you wrote)

(For conceptual, choose the amount of photographs you feel can get your point across (1-5))

2. Answer the following in paragraph form on your blog or hand written:

• What does forgiveness mean to you? Are you able to forgive easily? Why or why not?
• Text art only: Why did you choose the words you did out of your letter to be incorporated in your image?
• Conceptual only:How do your photographs represent your idea of forgiveness/the letter you wrote?
• Explain what your letter was about or turn in your letter with the assignment

COMPLETED BY END OF CLASS WEDNESDAY

Finished?

1. Choose your most successful image that you want to print out of the two assignments
2. Window mat

Forgiveness: Self Portrait Text Photography

Self Portrait text art

*Create a self-portrait using text art created in Photoshop

*Apply correct usage of Photoshop tools

*Apply life experiences to inspiration for artwork through written letter

–Pull words/phrases out of your letter to serve as text for your piece

Great examples: http://www.design-arena.com/2012/03/75typography-portrait-for-inspiration.html
Sample tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XElUS201fM8

Due: Wednesday March 11

Can't find a tutorial right for you? Apply the following steps.

1. Select a photo of yourself, crop so it is a portrait (head and shoulders).  Desaturate (b&w) photo and boost the contrast.

2.Change the size to about 8x10 and resolution 300.

3. Use the polygon lasso tool to select only your portrait, and copy the selection

4. Open a new Photoshop file measuring the same as your portrait.

5. Color the background of this new layer to a mid tone grey or white.

6. Paste your selected image to a new layer.

7. Using the horizontal type tool, type the first from your letter using the color black and select your font.
Under the edit menu at the top of screen, select "free transform".  When scaling the size, hold the shift button so it does not distort.  Use the transformations to fit your words onto the dark values of your image.  Repeat to fill all dark values by using the word multiple times.

Repeat for middle tones-you may use different words from your letter.

Shutter Speed assignment

              
                                         


We have practiced slow and fast shutter speed, and have seen many effects we can achieve through slowing it down and speeding it up.

You must INDEPENDENTLY come up with your own unique creative way to demonstrate your knowledge of shutter speed and how it can alter the concept and ways your image is viewed.

Ideas and more knowledge:
http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/camera-shutter-speed.htm

Objective: To demonstrate knowledge of shutter speed and the effects it can have on the portrayal of subjects in images.

It is required that you have five final photos displaying slow or fast shutter speed effects creatively.  Be original and choose one theme to shoot.  Are you portraying movement? Trying to freeze time? Is there a concept that your shutter speed setting will help convey?

Example: My theme is a tea party.  I will show fake china falling into place on a table and capture the tea being poured into a tea cup.

Project Requirements

• Be able to explain shutter speed used
• Perfect exposure with no blur or intentional blur
• Positioning of subjects, lighting, background, angle, zoom is planned and executed
• There is a clear theme to five final photos
• Edited in Photoshop and five final images posted to blog with written statement

Theme expansion:

Conveying motion/movement

powder, fire, dropping items

Moving with the subject and panning

People falling, illusion
Color
Progression of blur

Due: Friday 6th/Monday 9th

LIGHT GRAFFITI

Answer the following on a new post on your blog or write on the worksheet.

1. With your knowledge of the light exposure and photography, how do you think you create light photography?

2. Do you think you need a long or short shutter speed?

3. Look up and write the definition of light graffiti.

4. What should your shutter speed, ISO, and aperture be?

5.Browse the two listed websites of well known graffiti artists.  Which artist's work do you like best and why? Include a photo of his or her work.

http://weburbanist.com/2008/07/07/10-amazing-light-graffiti-artists-and-photographers/
http://petapixel.com/2013/08/27/10-amazing-light-painting-photographers/

6. Based on what you now know, what illusion/drawing/ words do you want to create with light graffiti? Describe three.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Interested in making money shooting portrait photos?

JC Pennys family portraits photography opportunity

Contact:
Jennifer Odegard
Portrait Studio Manager
J.C. Penney Private Brands, Inc.
6302 S Central St.
Aurora, CO 80016

Phone: 303-400-3521
Fax: 303-693-8454

Three Choice Photography Assignment

Three Choice Photography Assignment            Due Friday 1-13

Circle the option your are choosing

1.    

     Levitation/Duplication Photography

Objective: You are to use a tripod to keep your camera still and photograph yourself in multiple places or with different identities and overlap the photos in Photoshop to create an illusion that you are in more than one place at a time or that you are levitating.

Requirements:

At least 4 photos overlapped into one-one final photograph saved as a .jpg

Correct Photoshop editing that the viewer cannot tell the photos are overlapped

Excellent exposure

A story/concept within

 

2.       Macro Reverse Lens Thematic Photography

Objective: You are to reverse the lens of your camera to take macro pictures that capture what cannot be seen by the naked eye.  Capture something we take for granted or would pass by otherwise.  You are to take

Requirements:

10 final reversed lens photos

MUST have a theme throughout photos

Good exposure and quality (part in focus and clear)

Printed as 4x6 and saved as .jpgs

3.       Historical Photograph Recreate

Objective: Find a historic black and white photograph that interests you.  Recreate this photograph, either as an exact replica of the photo, or as a modern twist on the photograph.

 Requirements:

Find 2 historic photos

Replicate or recreate these two photos in your own unique way

Exposure must be similar and you should be able to explain how it is

2 finals are edited in Photoshop  and saved as a .jpg

           

Inspiration sites:
http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/levitation-photography/
http://petapixel.com/2015/02/10/levitation-photography-tutorial/
http://www.skarbakka.com/
http://www.michaeljmoorephotography.com/