Week 4 blog forum

Topic 1- Code of Ethics:
"While photographing subjects do not intentionally contribute to, alter, or seek to alter or influence events."

This suggestion stands out to me, because this seems like it may be hardest to follow. You can accidently influence your photos. Beings this can happen so easily, you have to take great care in how you approach the subject.

"Respect the integrity of the photographic moment."

This suggestion goes hand in hand with the on stated above. By respecting the integrity of a moment, you won't change it to create the photo you want, but will follow it and take the best photo possible within your ability.

I would apply these rules the way I did when I photographed the Sirens. I let them know what I was doing, then waited a few minutes until they almost forgot that I was there, then I started taking pictures. I wanted to capture them "naturally", and not have them pose for the photos.

Topic 2- Favorite Student photos


photo by Ruth Nash
http://ruthjnash.blogspot.com/

I would say this is one of my favorites because the subject is well lit, you can tell it is a student, and it is cropped nearly perfectly. He has both of his hands!


photo by Brent Robinson
http://therealbrob.blogspot.com/

While I know there are some technical aspects that aren't "perfect"... This is still on of my favorites. I won't focus on what is wrong, but what is right. It is an interesting photo. I feel like the colors are almost like old film. The subject looks like he is about to go on an adventure. (Even if he's not.) The overall framing is pretty good. I like it!

Week 4 Environmental Photos

Justen Noll capturing footage last Friday.

Justen Noll

Justen Noll during a film shoot last Friday.

Justen Noll is currently the Chair of Council of Clubs, which is part of his duties with the Student Leadership Council. Council of Clubs is where all of the clubs and co-curricular programs on campus have an opportunity to collaborate, be represented and heard, and be supported in their endeavors (whether it be events or other activities). They key two ideas of Council of Clubs that he finds most rewarding are the aspects of representation and collaboration.

“Every student should have a voice on campus, and the Council provides that for their interests and their engagement beyond the classroom. Collaboration is what I’m putting a great amount of emphasis on this year in my time serving the LBCC students. When clubs and students collaborate, they are able to help and learn from each other. “

Week 3 EVENT/ACTIVITY PHOTOS

Alex Mercado reviews the music she is projecting behind her for the session.

 Alex Mercado and Lindsay Estis work on the sheet music.

From left: Alex Mercado, Becca Roka, Alexandria Groenig, Hannah Chilton, Emma Zerr (Half face shown), Christie Gangewer, Nicky Murray, members of the all female acapella group "The Sirens," practicing the song "Masterpiece" by Jessie J, for the Choir's Fall concert on Nov. 29.

Week 3 Forum

TOPIC 1: TWO PORTRAIT SUBJECTS --  

1. Justen Noll
2. Justen has made over 50 short films and has been accepted into multiple film festivals. Filmmaking is a passion of his and he was even hired by LBCC to shoot a virtual tour of the school.
3. The best environment in which to shoot Justen would be on the set of a project he is working on.
4. I would say the best props for this type of shoot would be Justen's director hat and his camera.
5. I will either call, text, Facebook message, or email Justen to complete this project.

1. Cameron Passmore
2. Cameron started in his late 20's working towards a law degree after serving time in the Air Force. He is now a lawyer, doing lawyer type things.
3. The best environment in which to shoot Cameron would probably be in his office while sorting out a case.
4. I would say the best props for this type of shoot would be Cameron's desk, chair, and a bunch of files..
5. I would most likely email Cameron to complete this project.

TOPIC 2: SELF-CRITIQUE --  

1. I think my best photo so far is my medium two shot of the Sirens practice. While the focus could have been better, I like the framing and the lighting, as well as how the subjects portray a sort of joy while working together.
2. I feel my photo of William Wiltse was the worst so far. It was in clear focus, but the lighting was horrible (high noon), and the subject was squinting because of the sun. The time of day I chose to shoot this picture was bad timing and location on my part.
3. I really need to double check my focus, and shoot in a more controlled manner, or at least figure out ways to compensate for bad situations and make the best out of what I can get.

Week 2

Stanley Kubrick
At 17 years of age, he became a photojournalist. (When he sold his first image to "Look Magazine.")
During his time at "Look", he completed about 300 assignments. There is currently an exhibit at the Museum of New York which is displaying his early photography, and leads up to his days as a filmmaker. Once he stepped into film, he became an award winning director/cinematographer.

What stands out most about his early photography was the subject matter. He seemed to focus on capturing moments of action centered around people. Whether it's a thought, or eating a hot dog, you know something happens next, as if he is leading you where he wants to, much like he did with his films.

Stanley Kubrick has been nominated 13 time for an Oscar, 4 times for a Golden Globe, and 8 times for the BAFTA's. He has won 1 Oscar, and 2 BAFTA's.

-www.nytimes.com
-imdb.com
-www.diyphotography.net

Kubrick’s snapshot of a New York subway car filled with sleeping passengers, 1947.CreditSK Film Archives/Museum of the City of New York
















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