DEC 8- LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY

 LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY - Assignment Criteria

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This assignment if a technical exploration of light using the manual settings of the SLR cameras. 

  • Create 8 photos total taken on a DSLR/SLR in Manual Mode.

  • SLR photos must show control of the exposure triangle (ISO, shutter speed, aperture) and intentional Manual Focus.

  • Your photos should explore lighting, including shadows and low light environments. 

  • Photos should be in Black and White (Monochrome setting) 

  • Use a variety of composition techniques (rule of thirds, leading lines, contrast, creative angles).

  • Submit your photos in an organized digital slideshow.

  • Submit self assessment on completion.

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