Requirements:
Ken Burns effect on all pictures. Use a variety of styles.
40-60 pictures
Music (1-3 songs)
fade in and fade out
audio fade in and out
transitions
Title at beginning
Titles for ten selected pictures
Around 4:00 long
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Sunday, June 10, 2007
This week
Hi eveveryone. Since I was not at school Thursday or Friday I am going to give everyone one extra day to work on their projects. You can use the 25 minutes tomorrow to make any finishing touches necessary for your projects. You can also work after school for 30 minutes also.
Period 6: Projects are due Tuesday.
Periods 3 and 5: Projects are due Wednesday.
Focus hard on writing a thorough reflection paper and don't forget to include all manipulations and camera techniques for each picture.
I owe each of you a few pictures printed and I will get to that this week as well.
I hope this extension helps you. There will not be any more extensions given. Please don't even ask.
Period 6: Projects are due Tuesday.
Periods 3 and 5: Projects are due Wednesday.
Focus hard on writing a thorough reflection paper and don't forget to include all manipulations and camera techniques for each picture.
I owe each of you a few pictures printed and I will get to that this week as well.
I hope this extension helps you. There will not be any more extensions given. Please don't even ask.
Friday, June 08, 2007
Wednesday, June 06, 2007
Directions For Folders Etc.
Today in Photography:
1. Create a new folder (not album) in IPhoto. Entitle it Final Project.
2. Create new albums for each one of your final projects locations. Drag your photos into these specific albums.
3. Drag these albums into the Final Project folder.
4. Begin adjusting your pictures. Focus on brightness/contrast, exposure, color balance, curves, lighting effects, blurring, and channel mixer.
• Note: You can turn in grayscale and color photos. You can also turn in combinations. You can also create Photomerges, and Selective focus pictures.
5. Select your main photo for your features photo.
6. Resize other pictures to 3*5 and 4*6.
A good final project will showcase a variety of subjects shot from a variety of angles. A good final project will also showcase multiples effects and adjustments created in Photoshop.
1. Create a new folder (not album) in IPhoto. Entitle it Final Project.
2. Create new albums for each one of your final projects locations. Drag your photos into these specific albums.
3. Drag these albums into the Final Project folder.
4. Begin adjusting your pictures. Focus on brightness/contrast, exposure, color balance, curves, lighting effects, blurring, and channel mixer.
• Note: You can turn in grayscale and color photos. You can also turn in combinations. You can also create Photomerges, and Selective focus pictures.
5. Select your main photo for your features photo.
6. Resize other pictures to 3*5 and 4*6.
A good final project will showcase a variety of subjects shot from a variety of angles. A good final project will also showcase multiples effects and adjustments created in Photoshop.
Monday, June 04, 2007
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Webquest for Digital Photo
I would like you to spend the period researching ideas and looking at examples for your project. You may use Word on your laptop, text edit, or Abi Word on the G5 computers.
Please get ten really good pictures from the internet that are similar to your theme. Make sure these pictures are shot by five different photographers. Spend at least 15-20 minutes searching for quality photos. For example, if your theme is fashion, you would search for pictures with a variety a subjects, shot from a variety of angles, using a variety of composition and color etc.
For each picture please do the following (in complete sentences):
1. Describe why you chose the picture. What made it stand out to you? Why is it interesting?
2. Describe the composition in the picture.
3. Describe the colors and how they help the picture. Or, if it is B and W, please tell us why that is a good choice.
4. Describe how the photo could work for your theme and concept.
(Please paste the picture in WORD or provide a link to the picture in Text Edit. This assignment works best if you use Word or Abi Word.)
Please compare and contrast the work of the five photographers. Do you see similarities? How are the photographers different?
Tell me if looking at pictures has given you new ideas for your project.
Please turn the assignment into the class folder at the end of the period.
Thursday and Friday will be all period shooting days.
Please get ten really good pictures from the internet that are similar to your theme. Make sure these pictures are shot by five different photographers. Spend at least 15-20 minutes searching for quality photos. For example, if your theme is fashion, you would search for pictures with a variety a subjects, shot from a variety of angles, using a variety of composition and color etc.
For each picture please do the following (in complete sentences):
1. Describe why you chose the picture. What made it stand out to you? Why is it interesting?
2. Describe the composition in the picture.
3. Describe the colors and how they help the picture. Or, if it is B and W, please tell us why that is a good choice.
4. Describe how the photo could work for your theme and concept.
(Please paste the picture in WORD or provide a link to the picture in Text Edit. This assignment works best if you use Word or Abi Word.)
Please compare and contrast the work of the five photographers. Do you see similarities? How are the photographers different?
Tell me if looking at pictures has given you new ideas for your project.
Please turn the assignment into the class folder at the end of the period.
Thursday and Friday will be all period shooting days.
Monday, May 21, 2007
Final Project Questions
Please answer the following questions in complete sentences.
1. What is your theme for your final project?Example: My theme project is Old America.
2. Why did you choose this as your theme? Be specific. 1-2 sentences
3. What type of locations will you choose to shoot your pictures? Why? Keep in mind that you will need to leave campus and most likely leave Shoreline.
4. What type of pictures do you hope to take? Action, portrait, landscape etc? A good photo essay will have a variety.
5. What kind of composition will you focus on in your pictures? You will need at least five composition elements (not counting rule-of-thirds). Yes, I want to know what you are attempting before you shoot.
5a. How will your pictures convey emotion?
6. Will you need class time to shoot? why or why not?
7. If you don't have a car, how will you make sure you get to your locations? Can your parents help? How about public transit?
8. This project should showcase everything you have learned in Digital Photography. How will you ensure this happens?
9. Is there anything you are unclear about in terms of composition or shot styles and angles etc. This is the time to ask.
Please copy these questions to your email. Answer these questions in detail and send the treatment to my email account. Please CC at least one of your parents or guardians on the email so they know they extent of this project. They may need to help with transportation.
Please write Photo and your period number in the subject.
1. What is your theme for your final project?Example: My theme project is Old America.
2. Why did you choose this as your theme? Be specific. 1-2 sentences
3. What type of locations will you choose to shoot your pictures? Why? Keep in mind that you will need to leave campus and most likely leave Shoreline.
4. What type of pictures do you hope to take? Action, portrait, landscape etc? A good photo essay will have a variety.
5. What kind of composition will you focus on in your pictures? You will need at least five composition elements (not counting rule-of-thirds). Yes, I want to know what you are attempting before you shoot.
5a. How will your pictures convey emotion?
6. Will you need class time to shoot? why or why not?
7. If you don't have a car, how will you make sure you get to your locations? Can your parents help? How about public transit?
8. This project should showcase everything you have learned in Digital Photography. How will you ensure this happens?
9. Is there anything you are unclear about in terms of composition or shot styles and angles etc. This is the time to ask.
Please copy these questions to your email. Answer these questions in detail and send the treatment to my email account. Please CC at least one of your parents or guardians on the email so they know they extent of this project. They may need to help with transportation.
Please write Photo and your period number in the subject.
Extra Credit Opportunity for Film Festival
Anyone who attends the film festival will receive substantial extra credit for Digital Photography. Video students will receive extra credit for Art Show attendance.
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Final Project For Digital Photography
Final Project
Photo Essay Assignment
Digital Photography
Mr. Mitchell
Assignment Requirements:
• First pick a general theme. For example, you might pick America, Democracy, or Responsibility. You will shoot photographs centered on this central theme.
• Use what you've learned about photographic composition, lighting, color, lines, texture and use your camera to make a statement. Each individual photo will be graded accordingly. (Review composition elements if necessary).
• Your photographs should make both a visual and emotional/political/critical/intellectual statement. Your photo essay should contain at least 9 photographs. Below each picture you will also describe the composition elements used on each photo.
• Your photo essay should be something unique, new, and your own view of your selected theme.
A one-page reflection is also required. In this paper you need describe what you learned during your project. What did you learn about your subject, Photoshop, and photography in general. What was easy and difficult about your project? What would you do differently if you did it again? Finally, how far along do you think you have come as a photographer this semester?
• You can shoot B & W, Color, or both. It’s your artistic choice.
• You may digitally alter your photos as necessary in Photoshop.
• Your pictures should be printed out either 3*5 or 4*6, two to three pictures per page with the exception of one photo that will be printed at 8.5 *11.
• Projects should be turned in on poster board with written with the written reflection attached. Look at examples at the front of the room.
• You will also be dropping this assignment in my drop box so that we may view each project in front of the class.
Photo Essay Assignment
Digital Photography
Mr. Mitchell
Assignment Requirements:
• First pick a general theme. For example, you might pick America, Democracy, or Responsibility. You will shoot photographs centered on this central theme.
• Use what you've learned about photographic composition, lighting, color, lines, texture and use your camera to make a statement. Each individual photo will be graded accordingly. (Review composition elements if necessary).
• Your photographs should make both a visual and emotional/political/critical/intellectual statement. Your photo essay should contain at least 9 photographs. Below each picture you will also describe the composition elements used on each photo.
• Your photo essay should be something unique, new, and your own view of your selected theme.
A one-page reflection is also required. In this paper you need describe what you learned during your project. What did you learn about your subject, Photoshop, and photography in general. What was easy and difficult about your project? What would you do differently if you did it again? Finally, how far along do you think you have come as a photographer this semester?
• You can shoot B & W, Color, or both. It’s your artistic choice.
• You may digitally alter your photos as necessary in Photoshop.
• Your pictures should be printed out either 3*5 or 4*6, two to three pictures per page with the exception of one photo that will be printed at 8.5 *11.
• Projects should be turned in on poster board with written with the written reflection attached. Look at examples at the front of the room.
• You will also be dropping this assignment in my drop box so that we may view each project in front of the class.
Exporting Your Video and placing it in the Vidstore server.
Export your slideshow from IPhoto. File Export or share slideshow. Select highest quality or large file. Save to your movies folder.
Adjust Permissions on your Quicktime (slideshow) file.
Select your music video file. Control-click on the file in your movies folder and select get info'. Please click on the down arrow at the bottom of the file and make sure that everything under details and ownerships and permissions is set to 'read-write'. All four sections need to be changed.
Next, log onto to Vidstore.shorelineschools.org and drop it in the period (3,5,6) folder.
Login as registered user
name:scvideo
password:sc1
Select SC Video classes.
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Self-Portrait Printing
Open Photoshop.
Create a new document at 8*10 inches.
Make sure the resolution is the same as your photos.
Put four different pictures on this document.
Save as a JPEG.
Create a new folder using the naming convention. The assignment is self-portrait.
Drop your self-portrait document in this folder.
Also, drop in the one main picture you would like printed.
Put this folder on the server in the classes folder in the proper period.
Create a new document at 8*10 inches.
Make sure the resolution is the same as your photos.
Put four different pictures on this document.
Save as a JPEG.
Create a new folder using the naming convention. The assignment is self-portrait.
Drop your self-portrait document in this folder.
Also, drop in the one main picture you would like printed.
Put this folder on the server in the classes folder in the proper period.
Monday, May 07, 2007
Turning In Self-Portraits
Self Portraits Will be due on Thursday/Friday.
You will not have any more class time to work on them.
When you are done, please create one document with four pictures on it. Please create a border for each picture.
Create a folder using the naming convention and drop the pictures into the folder.
Finally, add one large portrait in this folder. I will print this picture.
You will not have any more class time to work on them.
When you are done, please create one document with four pictures on it. Please create a border for each picture.
Create a folder using the naming convention and drop the pictures into the folder.
Finally, add one large portrait in this folder. I will print this picture.
Friday, May 04, 2007
Abstract Picture Assignment
For this next assignment I want you to throw out all of the "rules" we've discussed in class this semester. This is your chance to be as creative as possible. I would recommend looking for patterns, colors, and shapes when deciding on pictures to take. Also try to think of things you don't normally see pictures of.
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Self-Portrait Suggestions From Period 6
Color enhancement and tone
Lighting: use lighiting for effect
Background and location: make it interesting
Photo Shop Effects
Props
Costumes
Make-Up
Learn something about the photographer
Lighting: use lighiting for effect
Background and location: make it interesting
Photo Shop Effects
Props
Costumes
Make-Up
Learn something about the photographer
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Monday, April 16, 2007
Photomerge Info
To set up a new Photomerge composition:
Do one of the following:
Choose File > Automate > Photomerge.
In the File Browser, select the images you want to use and then choose Automate > Photomerge from the File Browser menu bar (see Running automated tasks from the File Browser).
In the dialog box, choose an option from the Use pop-up menu:
Files to generate the Photomerge composition using individual files.
Folders to use all the images stored in a folder to create the Photomerge composition. The files in the folder appear in the dialog box.
Open Files to use the image files you have open in Photoshop.
Click the Browse button to navigate to the source files or folder you want to use to create the Photomerge composition. Select Attempt to Automatically Arrange Source Images if you want Photoshop to try to line the images up in their proper order. Deselect this option if you want to arrange the images in the lightbox yourself.
You can add more files by clicking the Browse button again and navigating to the source files. You can always remove a file from the Source Files list by selecting the file and clicking the Remove button.
When you've added all the source files, click OK to create the Photomerge composition. The source files will open automatically and will be processed.
If the composition can't be automatically assembled, a message appears on-screen. You can assemble the composition manually in the Photomerge dialog box using the lightbox. (See Using the Photomerge dialog box.)
Once the new panorama image appears in the Photomerge dialog box, you can work with individual source files and change your view of the work area. If you need to rearrange the order of the images, drag an image in the work area to reposition it, or rearrange the images in the light box (see Using the Photomerge dialog box).
If necessary, adjust the vanishing point or blending settings of your composition (see Changing Photomerge composition settings.)
If you'd like to save each image in the composition as individual layers, which is useful if you need to correct the color of each image separately, select Keep as Layers.
Do one of the following:
Click the OK button to generate the panorama as a new Photoshop file. The composition then opens in Photoshop.
Click the Save Composition As button to save the composition so you can open it again at a later time.
Do one of the following:
Choose File > Automate > Photomerge.
In the File Browser, select the images you want to use and then choose Automate > Photomerge from the File Browser menu bar (see Running automated tasks from the File Browser).
In the dialog box, choose an option from the Use pop-up menu:
Files to generate the Photomerge composition using individual files.
Folders to use all the images stored in a folder to create the Photomerge composition. The files in the folder appear in the dialog box.
Open Files to use the image files you have open in Photoshop.
Click the Browse button to navigate to the source files or folder you want to use to create the Photomerge composition. Select Attempt to Automatically Arrange Source Images if you want Photoshop to try to line the images up in their proper order. Deselect this option if you want to arrange the images in the lightbox yourself.
You can add more files by clicking the Browse button again and navigating to the source files. You can always remove a file from the Source Files list by selecting the file and clicking the Remove button.
When you've added all the source files, click OK to create the Photomerge composition. The source files will open automatically and will be processed.
If the composition can't be automatically assembled, a message appears on-screen. You can assemble the composition manually in the Photomerge dialog box using the lightbox. (See Using the Photomerge dialog box.)
Once the new panorama image appears in the Photomerge dialog box, you can work with individual source files and change your view of the work area. If you need to rearrange the order of the images, drag an image in the work area to reposition it, or rearrange the images in the light box (see Using the Photomerge dialog box).
If necessary, adjust the vanishing point or blending settings of your composition (see Changing Photomerge composition settings.)
If you'd like to save each image in the composition as individual layers, which is useful if you need to correct the color of each image separately, select Keep as Layers.
Do one of the following:
Click the OK button to generate the panorama as a new Photoshop file. The composition then opens in Photoshop.
Click the Save Composition As button to save the composition so you can open it again at a later time.
Friday, April 06, 2007
Coloring Your B-Movie Poster
Image>Mode>grayscale
(image will flatten)
Image>mode>RGB color
create new layer (layer>new layer)
select paint brush (b)
select colors on color swatch
paint picture at 25-35% opactity
make sure you make a new layer for each section of paint
You can add text AFTER coloring if you want.
(image will flatten)
Image>mode>RGB color
create new layer (layer>new layer)
select paint brush (b)
select colors on color swatch
paint picture at 25-35% opactity
make sure you make a new layer for each section of paint
You can add text AFTER coloring if you want.
Thursday, April 05, 2007
Photomerge Assignment
Your assignment over break.
You will create Photomerge pictures. These are 3-5 pictures that overlap to show a wide landscape or cityscape (one big picture).
Your three Photomerges should be taken at three different locations at three different times of day: sunrise, afternoon, and sunset.
Summary
Three locations
One Photomerge from each location
make sure each Photomerge is taken at a different time
Photo Competition
When we return from break you will all be required to enter the Washington State Photo Competition.
There are four categories for digital imaging: landscape/cityscape, people, color, and digital manipulation.
Entry Form:
http://www.rainierphoto.com/PDF/2007WSHSPCRULES.pdf
There are four categories for digital imaging: landscape/cityscape, people, color, and digital manipulation.
Entry Form:
http://www.rainierphoto.com/PDF/2007WSHSPCRULES.pdf
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Monday, March 26, 2007
B-Movie Poster
Steps for B-Movie Poster
1. Brainstorm and sketch ideas on paper. Show Mr. Mitchell your four ideas and pick one to work on.
2. Spend time to get any background/landscape pictures that you need. Pick a place that you could potentially have monsters climb on/destroy/reappear from/or live. Your poster must have at least one digital image taken with a camera.
3. Import your background photos to your computer.
4. Create a new document in Photoshop at 8.5 *11 inches with the same resolution as your pictures you take.
5. Add background photo to new document.
6. Manipulate photos to work within your poster. Use free transform to adjust sizes. Hold down the shift key to constrain proportions. Don't forget you need victims and a monster.
7. Go to pixel2life.com and pick a text to create that is appropriate for your poster. Text with blood, fire, or multiple colors also seem to work best. You will make text for your movie name as well as tag-lines and movie stars. The text should go well together.
7b. Check in with Mr. Mitchell to make sure everything is OK.
8. Once you have completed all of your poster you will need to merge layers and convert your picture to grayscale.
9. You will now paint your picture at approximately 23%-30% opacity. Pick colors that stand out.
10. Check in with Mr. Mitchell again and print.
Grading will be based on the following:
Creative movie title
Creative use of text effects for title and tag lines
Interesting/scary monster or villian
Use of digital image
Color Coordination
Realism of poster (does it look like something we would see in a theater)
Logo included
Movie details included in small print (directed by,starring, rating etc.)
Take your time on this project! Most likely this project will take us up to spring break.
Tuesday/Wednesday will be all day shooting days to gather background and villian images. Whatever you don't shoot during class is homework.
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Wed and Thursday Photo Work
- Use the entire period to manipulate four of your best portrait pictures.
- Use the clone stamp, patch too, and gaussian blur effect to airbrush the subject's face.
- Use brightness/contrast, shafor/exposure/, and color balance etc. to get the perfect color.
- Crop as needed.
- You may draw on your pictures or add text.
- You may NOT use any image that you did not take a picture of yourself.
- This picture CAN look manipulated.
- Experiment with Photoshop. Be original and creative. Have fun.
Monday, March 19, 2007
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Wednesday/Thursday Work For Photo
- Finish your grayscale pics during class.
- Create two 4*6 pictures and put them on one document.
- One of the pictures will be a shadow, one will be a pattern.
- Save this document.
- Next, look at Getty Images for Portrait ideas. Brainstorm four portrait ideas, sketch them out on one sheet of paper, and turn these four sketches in. Under each picture briefly describe the idea.
- Your portraits are due next Monday, which means you have homework.
- Email me with any questions.
Portrait Assignment: pictures due on Monday
1. Find an interesting human subject. The person you choose should WANT to be in the picture and they should be willing to cooperate.
2. Talk to your subject. Use colors or lighting to create a concept for your portrait. Costumes or uniforms work great. Imaginary ideas are OK. Choose an interesting setting based on your concept.
3. Change angles between shots. Shoot at least 24 pictures of the SAME subject.
4. Use props if they will help the audience learn something about the subject.
5. Vary the lighting. Use filters, flashlights, lamps, or multiple lights to enhance your picture.
6. Encourage different emotional looks. Pretend you are Austin Powers taking pictures. Tell your subject they are "groovy".
7. Having your subjects "pose" in action is just fine.
8. Most importantly for this assignment don't forget your compostion rules. Use framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast etc. to enhance your photo. Fill the frame.
2. Talk to your subject. Use colors or lighting to create a concept for your portrait. Costumes or uniforms work great. Imaginary ideas are OK. Choose an interesting setting based on your concept.
3. Change angles between shots. Shoot at least 24 pictures of the SAME subject.
4. Use props if they will help the audience learn something about the subject.
5. Vary the lighting. Use filters, flashlights, lamps, or multiple lights to enhance your picture.
6. Encourage different emotional looks. Pretend you are Austin Powers taking pictures. Tell your subject they are "groovy".
7. Having your subjects "pose" in action is just fine.
8. Most importantly for this assignment don't forget your compostion rules. Use framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast etc. to enhance your photo. Fill the frame.
Monday, March 05, 2007
Brightness/Contrast, Shadows, and Patterns
Your next assignment will focus on Brightness/Contrast, Shadows, and Patterns with Black and White Photos.
You will create albums in IPhoto for the following categories:
natural light shadows, man-made light shadows, and patterns.
You should have at least 24 quality photos in each album. However, you will probably shoot 100-150 pictures.
For your lighting pictures you should have at least four different subjects. I would recommend shooting five to six angles for each shot. Also, experimenting withe the F-Stop is a great idea.
Tuesday/Wednesday will be an all-day shooting period. You may leave during TAP or lunch as long as you sign out first. You need to be back to import your photos 15 minutes before the end of class.
You will be graded on both your pictures in the albums as well as the pictures you print.
You must have at least a C- and your out-of-class permission form in to leave class Tuesday/Wednesday.
You will create albums in IPhoto for the following categories:
natural light shadows, man-made light shadows, and patterns.
You should have at least 24 quality photos in each album. However, you will probably shoot 100-150 pictures.
For your lighting pictures you should have at least four different subjects. I would recommend shooting five to six angles for each shot. Also, experimenting withe the F-Stop is a great idea.
Tuesday/Wednesday will be an all-day shooting period. You may leave during TAP or lunch as long as you sign out first. You need to be back to import your photos 15 minutes before the end of class.
You will be graded on both your pictures in the albums as well as the pictures you print.
You must have at least a C- and your out-of-class permission form in to leave class Tuesday/Wednesday.
Friday, March 02, 2007
Weekend Homework
Shoot 24 shadow shots.
You should have at least four main subjects.
Remember to use proper composition in each shot and fill the frame.
You should have at least four main subjects.
Remember to use proper composition in each shot and fill the frame.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Friday, February 09, 2007
F-Stop Shutter Speed Assignment
10 shots with different F-Stop Adjustments
10- shots with different shutter speed adjustments
10 shots adjusting both
Make your adjustments in sequence so when you import to IPhoto you can see the subtle, but noticable changes.
It will be normal to have some pictures be very dark or bright.
10- shots with different shutter speed adjustments
10 shots adjusting both
Make your adjustments in sequence so when you import to IPhoto you can see the subtle, but noticable changes.
It will be normal to have some pictures be very dark or bright.
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Sunday, February 04, 2007
Gettt Images
http://creative.gettyimages.com/source/home/homeCreative.aspx
A great place to look at examples of composition.
A great place to look at examples of composition.
Importing
To import pictures please do the following:
1. Plug in camera with USB chord or plug in Card Reader.
2. If you are importing ALL your pictures, open up IPhoto and select import. Your pictures will automatically go into the IPhoto library. (skip step three)
3. If you are only importing some of your pictures then open up Image Capture from the Applications folder. Once you are there select the 'download some' option. The select the pictures you want to download. The pictures should end up in your pictures folder on the hard drive. You will need to drag these pictures into IPhoto.
4. When you have all of your photos in IPhoto, you can drag each photo into the proper Photo album.
1. Plug in camera with USB chord or plug in Card Reader.
2. If you are importing ALL your pictures, open up IPhoto and select import. Your pictures will automatically go into the IPhoto library. (skip step three)
3. If you are only importing some of your pictures then open up Image Capture from the Applications folder. Once you are there select the 'download some' option. The select the pictures you want to download. The pictures should end up in your pictures folder on the hard drive. You will need to drag these pictures into IPhoto.
4. When you have all of your photos in IPhoto, you can drag each photo into the proper Photo album.
Thursday, February 01, 2007
Reading Lessons
Good afternoon. I am out sick again. The reading assignments are listed below. Please take notes as you go along, as there will be a test on the information. When you are done with each section take the quiz. You will need to know the material, so don't even think about tking the quiz first.
http://cybercollege.com/tvp012.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
(Look at further examples at bottom of page, http://cybercollege.com/comp_ex.htm)
http://cybercollege.com/tvp025.htm
http://cybercollege.com/comp_ex2.htm
This should take you about an hour to read all of these and take the quizes. You may need to read the section of F-Stops and Shutter Speed twice. Any reading not completed today is homework.
When you are done please open IPhoto and create new folders for the following composition examples: framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast, leading the subject, and conveying meaning through colors and tone.
Use the remainder of the period to shoot examples for the above compositions using your cameras. You may work quietly around the school. Your homework will be to get 5 shots for each composition section listed above.
Please email me if you have questions.
I should be around to answer any questions in near real-time.
Mr. Mitchell
http://cybercollege.com/tvp012.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
(Look at further examples at bottom of page, http://cybercollege.com/comp_ex.htm)
http://cybercollege.com/tvp025.htm
http://cybercollege.com/comp_ex2.htm
This should take you about an hour to read all of these and take the quizes. You may need to read the section of F-Stops and Shutter Speed twice. Any reading not completed today is homework.
When you are done please open IPhoto and create new folders for the following composition examples: framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast, leading the subject, and conveying meaning through colors and tone.
Use the remainder of the period to shoot examples for the above compositions using your cameras. You may work quietly around the school. Your homework will be to get 5 shots for each composition section listed above.
Please email me if you have questions.
I should be around to answer any questions in near real-time.
Mr. Mitchell
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
First Day Second Semester
Email me your responsses at trent.mitchell@shorelineschools.org
(use complete sentences)
1. Why did you sign up for this course?
2. What experience do you have with digital cameras
3. Have you taken regular photography?
4. What experience do you have with computers?
5. Are you familiar with Photoshop at all?
6. What kind of music do you listen to?
7. What kind of camera do you have? Do you have the instructions and USB chord?
8. List two or three things I should know about you so I can help ensure you do well in this class.
(use complete sentences)
1. Why did you sign up for this course?
2. What experience do you have with digital cameras
3. Have you taken regular photography?
4. What experience do you have with computers?
5. Are you familiar with Photoshop at all?
6. What kind of music do you listen to?
7. What kind of camera do you have? Do you have the instructions and USB chord?
8. List two or three things I should know about you so I can help ensure you do well in this class.
Friday, January 26, 2007
IMOVIE
File
Share
Quicktime
Compress to Full Quality Video
Save in Movies Folder
Open movies folder
Control click on file and select get info
Adjust all details and permissions to read/write
Drag File onto CD
control click on CD and burn
Share
Quicktime
Compress to Full Quality Video
Save in Movies Folder
Open movies folder
Control click on file and select get info
Adjust all details and permissions to read/write
Drag File onto CD
control click on CD and burn
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Reflection and Shot Description
Shot Description For Each Picture
1. Type of composition(s) used.
2. Location of picture.
3. Goal of picture. What does it show? What were you trying to show.
4. Manipulation done in Photoshop.
5. Brief description of why you chose picture.
(These do not have to be in order)
Reflection Section
1. Give an overall description of your theme.
2. Explain why you chose your theme. What does the theme mean to you? Why is it important to you? Are you trying to draw attention to an area, idea, or issue?
3. What do you hope others will think about these pictures? What should the audience learn?
4.What did you learn about your theme when taking this pictures?
5. Was your theme difficult or easy to shoot? Why or why not?
6. Overall, how well did you incorporate the different camera compositions we learned in class? (Give examples here) Did you showcase a variety of angles? Did you showcase a variety of styles (landscape, portraits, action shots, or Photomerge etc.)
7. What could you have done to improve your pictures? If you did this again, what would you do differently?
Please answer the reflection section in paragraph form. You can answer the questions in any order you wish as long as all the information is there.
1. Type of composition(s) used.
2. Location of picture.
3. Goal of picture. What does it show? What were you trying to show.
4. Manipulation done in Photoshop.
5. Brief description of why you chose picture.
(These do not have to be in order)
Reflection Section
1. Give an overall description of your theme.
2. Explain why you chose your theme. What does the theme mean to you? Why is it important to you? Are you trying to draw attention to an area, idea, or issue?
3. What do you hope others will think about these pictures? What should the audience learn?
4.What did you learn about your theme when taking this pictures?
5. Was your theme difficult or easy to shoot? Why or why not?
6. Overall, how well did you incorporate the different camera compositions we learned in class? (Give examples here) Did you showcase a variety of angles? Did you showcase a variety of styles (landscape, portraits, action shots, or Photomerge etc.)
7. What could you have done to improve your pictures? If you did this again, what would you do differently?
Please answer the reflection section in paragraph form. You can answer the questions in any order you wish as long as all the information is there.
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Photo Schedule
Thurs/Friday: Shooting
Next Tuesday/Wednesday: Pictures are due. You will have time to manipulate and print.
Next Thursday/Friday: Manipulate and Print.
Note: Any pictures not printed during class will have to get printed at Kinkos or Staples etc.
Monday the 22nd: Projects are due on posterboard with picture descripions and reflections.
Next Tuesday/Wednesday: Pictures are due. You will have time to manipulate and print.
Next Thursday/Friday: Manipulate and Print.
Note: Any pictures not printed during class will have to get printed at Kinkos or Staples etc.
Monday the 22nd: Projects are due on posterboard with picture descripions and reflections.
Sunday, January 07, 2007
Monday January 8
Good morning,
Please finish your three pictures during this time.
Send your grayscale and color pics to my drop box at the end of the period (you may work during TAP or after school as needed).
The pictures should be named as follows:
1_mitchellt_grayscale_nature
or
6_mitchellt_color_holiday
I will not be accepting late work for this assigment. The rest of the week will be used for shooting your final projects. You may check out early if necessary.
Please finish your three pictures during this time.
Send your grayscale and color pics to my drop box at the end of the period (you may work during TAP or after school as needed).
The pictures should be named as follows:
1_mitchellt_grayscale_nature
or
6_mitchellt_color_holiday
I will not be accepting late work for this assigment. The rest of the week will be used for shooting your final projects. You may check out early if necessary.
Friday, January 05, 2007
Thursday, January 04, 2007
Assignment with Nature and Holiday Pics
You will turn in three pictures.
One will be adjusted to greyscale.
On another you will make major color adjustments.
On another you will make five major changes to the picture.
Next Tuesday and Thursday will be theme shooting days. You will show your pictures at the end of each photo shoot.
One will be adjusted to greyscale.
On another you will make major color adjustments.
On another you will make five major changes to the picture.
Next Tuesday and Thursday will be theme shooting days. You will show your pictures at the end of each photo shoot.
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Final Project Treatment
Please answer the following questions in complete sentences.
1. What is your theme for your final project?Example: My theme project is Old America.
2. Why did you choose this as your theme? Be specific. 1-2 sentences
3. What type of locations will you choose to shoot your pictures? Why? Keep in mind that you will need to leave campus and most likely leave Shoreline.
4. What type of pictures do you hope to take? Action, portrait, landscape etc? A good photo essay will have a variety.
5. What kind of composition will you focus on in your pictures? You will need at least five composition elements (not counting rule-of-thirds). Yes, I want to know what you are attempting before you shoot.
5a. How will your pictures convey emotion?
6. Will you need class time to shoot? why or why not?
7. If you don't have a car, how will you make sure you get to your locations? Can your parents help? How about public transit?
8. This project should showcase everything you have learned in Digital Photography. How will you ensure this happens?
9. Is there anything you are unclear about in terms of composition or shot styles and angles etc. This is the time to ask.
Please copy these questions to your email. Answer these questions in detail and send the treatment to my email account. Please CC at least one of your parents or guardians on the email so they know they extent of this project.
1. What is your theme for your final project?Example: My theme project is Old America.
2. Why did you choose this as your theme? Be specific. 1-2 sentences
3. What type of locations will you choose to shoot your pictures? Why? Keep in mind that you will need to leave campus and most likely leave Shoreline.
4. What type of pictures do you hope to take? Action, portrait, landscape etc? A good photo essay will have a variety.
5. What kind of composition will you focus on in your pictures? You will need at least five composition elements (not counting rule-of-thirds). Yes, I want to know what you are attempting before you shoot.
5a. How will your pictures convey emotion?
6. Will you need class time to shoot? why or why not?
7. If you don't have a car, how will you make sure you get to your locations? Can your parents help? How about public transit?
8. This project should showcase everything you have learned in Digital Photography. How will you ensure this happens?
9. Is there anything you are unclear about in terms of composition or shot styles and angles etc. This is the time to ask.
Please copy these questions to your email. Answer these questions in detail and send the treatment to my email account. Please CC at least one of your parents or guardians on the email so they know they extent of this project.
Final Project
Photo Essay Assignment
Digital Photography
Mr. Mitchell
Assignment Requirements:
• First pick a general theme. For example, you might pick America, Democracy, or Responsibility. You will shoot photographs centered on this central theme.
• Use what you've learned about photographic composition, lighting, color, lines, texture and use your camera to make a statement. Each individual photo will be graded accordingly. (Review composition elements if necessary).
• Your photographs should make both a visual and emotional/political/critical/intellectual statement. Your photo essay should contain at least 9 photographs. Below each picture you will also describe the composition elements used on each photo.
• Your photo essay should be something unique, new, and your own view of your selected theme.
• You can shoot B & W, Color, or both. It’s your artistic choice.
• You may digitally alter your photos as necessary in Photoshop.
• Each project will be accompanied by a two to three paragraph reflection on what you learned from this project both technically and emotionally. Also, you should explain any interesting information regarding your shot selection or process.
• Your pictures should be printed out either 3*5 or 4*6, two to three pictures per page with the exception of one photo that will be printed at 8.5 *11.
• Projects should be turned in on poster board with written with the written reflection attached.
• You will also be dropping this assignment in my drop box so that we may view each project in front of the class.
Photo Essay Assignment
Digital Photography
Mr. Mitchell
Assignment Requirements:
• First pick a general theme. For example, you might pick America, Democracy, or Responsibility. You will shoot photographs centered on this central theme.
• Use what you've learned about photographic composition, lighting, color, lines, texture and use your camera to make a statement. Each individual photo will be graded accordingly. (Review composition elements if necessary).
• Your photographs should make both a visual and emotional/political/critical/intellectual statement. Your photo essay should contain at least 9 photographs. Below each picture you will also describe the composition elements used on each photo.
• Your photo essay should be something unique, new, and your own view of your selected theme.
• You can shoot B & W, Color, or both. It’s your artistic choice.
• You may digitally alter your photos as necessary in Photoshop.
• Each project will be accompanied by a two to three paragraph reflection on what you learned from this project both technically and emotionally. Also, you should explain any interesting information regarding your shot selection or process.
• Your pictures should be printed out either 3*5 or 4*6, two to three pictures per page with the exception of one photo that will be printed at 8.5 *11.
• Projects should be turned in on poster board with written with the written reflection attached.
• You will also be dropping this assignment in my drop box so that we may view each project in front of the class.
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Monday, December 18, 2006
My Holiday Assignment
The theme this time is My Holiday. It's wide open in terms of picture subjects and concepts because everyone will have a different holiday/vacation. Take as many pictures as you can
Here are the composition elements you need to hit:
1. Tonal Balance
2. Balance Mass
3. Frame within a frame
4. Patterns or Shadows
A quick review of balance mass and tonal balance:
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
Here are the composition elements you need to hit:
1. Tonal Balance
2. Balance Mass
3. Frame within a frame
4. Patterns or Shadows
A quick review of balance mass and tonal balance:
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Monday, December 11, 2006
The Video 3 Class Website Is Up!
http://www.audiovisible.tv/
This site showcases the music videos directed by the students this semester.
This site showcases the music videos directed by the students this semester.
Nature!!!
Your theme this week is nature. From now until Thursday/Friday you will shoot approximately 48 pictures related to this theme.
You will take pictures in the following compostition categories:
1. Single Center of Interest
2. Light Focus
3. Color Contrast
4. Tonal Balance or Balance Mass
5. Patterns
6. Using Lines
7. Shadows
You may take pictures as wide as landscapes or as detailed as close-ups.
Your pictures may include animals.
You should shoot after school on your own at least one day for homework.
You will create albums in IPhoto with the composition names and place your pictures in those albums.
Plan ahead. Plan your shooting locations before you arrive to class.
Bring jackets and warm clothing.
Click here to look at examples on Getty Images.
Monday, November 27, 2006
Candid Assignment
Your assignment is to shoot the equivalent of a full roll (24 pics) of pictures capturing people you don't know (or don't know well) in a candid shot.
For each picture you should emphasize a specific composition element other than rule of thirds.
If you need a refresher on composition elements they can be reviewed at:
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp025.htm
These include, but are not limited to: frame within a frame, leading lines, color contrast, movement and meaning, multiple levels of meaning, leading the subject, and using light to highlight or enhance a certaing section of your picture.
For this assignment I want you to get as far away from Shorecrest as possible. Seattle is a great place to shoot "random" people, but Lake Forest Park could be just as effective.
Unintentional out-of-focus pictures will not be accepted. If you would like to try a some selective focus shots please tell me before you go out shooting.
Getty Images Candid Pics
For each picture you should emphasize a specific composition element other than rule of thirds.
If you need a refresher on composition elements they can be reviewed at:
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp025.htm
These include, but are not limited to: frame within a frame, leading lines, color contrast, movement and meaning, multiple levels of meaning, leading the subject, and using light to highlight or enhance a certaing section of your picture.
For this assignment I want you to get as far away from Shorecrest as possible. Seattle is a great place to shoot "random" people, but Lake Forest Park could be just as effective.
Unintentional out-of-focus pictures will not be accepted. If you would like to try a some selective focus shots please tell me before you go out shooting.
Getty Images Candid Pics
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Group Portrait Asignment
1. Get a group of people together. You must have at least three.
2. Get the group to pose together. Use colors or lighting to create a concept. Costumes or uniforms work great.
3. Change angles.
4. Use props.
5. Vary the lighting.
6. Encourage different emotional looks.
7. Having your subjects "pose" in action is just fine.
8. Most importantly for this assignment don't forget your compostion rules. Use framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast etc. to enhance your photo.
12 Photos are due on Monday
2. Get the group to pose together. Use colors or lighting to create a concept. Costumes or uniforms work great.
3. Change angles.
4. Use props.
5. Vary the lighting.
6. Encourage different emotional looks.
7. Having your subjects "pose" in action is just fine.
8. Most importantly for this assignment don't forget your compostion rules. Use framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast etc. to enhance your photo.
12 Photos are due on Monday
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
B-Movie Poster
Steps for B-Movie Poster
1. Brainstorm and sketch ideas on paper. Show Mr. Mitchell your four ideas and pick one to work on.
2. Spend time to get any background/landscape pictures that you need. Pick a place that you could potentially have monsters climb on/destroy/reappear from/or live. Your poster must have at least one digital image taken with a camera.
3. Import your background photos to your computer.
4. Create a new document in Photoshop at 8.5 *11 inches with 200 resolution.
5. Add background photo to new document.
6. Manipulate photos to work within your poster. Use free transform to adjust sizes. Hold down the shift key to constrain proportions. Don't forget you need victims and a monster.
7. Go to pixel2life.com and pick a text to create that is appropriate for your poster. Text with blood, fire, or multiple colors also seem to work best. You will make text for your movie name as well as tag-lines and movie stars. The text should go well together.
7b. Check in with Mr. Mitchell to make sure everything is OK.
8. Once you have completed all of your poster you will need to merge layers and convert your picture to grayscale.
9. You will now paint your picture at approximately 23%-30% opacity. Pick colors that stand out.
10. Check in with Mr. Mitchell again and print.
Grading will be based on the following:
Creative movie title
Creative use of text effects for title and tag lines
Interesting/scary monster or villian
Use of digital image
Color Coordination
Realism of poster (does it look like something we would see in a theater)
Logo included
Movie details included in small print (directed by,starring, rating etc.)
Take your time on this project!
1. Brainstorm and sketch ideas on paper. Show Mr. Mitchell your four ideas and pick one to work on.
2. Spend time to get any background/landscape pictures that you need. Pick a place that you could potentially have monsters climb on/destroy/reappear from/or live. Your poster must have at least one digital image taken with a camera.
3. Import your background photos to your computer.
4. Create a new document in Photoshop at 8.5 *11 inches with 200 resolution.
5. Add background photo to new document.
6. Manipulate photos to work within your poster. Use free transform to adjust sizes. Hold down the shift key to constrain proportions. Don't forget you need victims and a monster.
7. Go to pixel2life.com and pick a text to create that is appropriate for your poster. Text with blood, fire, or multiple colors also seem to work best. You will make text for your movie name as well as tag-lines and movie stars. The text should go well together.
7b. Check in with Mr. Mitchell to make sure everything is OK.
8. Once you have completed all of your poster you will need to merge layers and convert your picture to grayscale.
9. You will now paint your picture at approximately 23%-30% opacity. Pick colors that stand out.
10. Check in with Mr. Mitchell again and print.
Grading will be based on the following:
Creative movie title
Creative use of text effects for title and tag lines
Interesting/scary monster or villian
Use of digital image
Color Coordination
Realism of poster (does it look like something we would see in a theater)
Logo included
Movie details included in small print (directed by,starring, rating etc.)
Take your time on this project!
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Pixel 2 Life
http://www.pixel2life.com/
We will use this site to create different fonts and to run through a few Photoshop tutorials.
We will use this site to create different fonts and to run through a few Photoshop tutorials.
Thursday, October 05, 2006
Brightness/Contrast, Shadows, and Patterns
Your next assignment will focus on Brightness/Contrast, Shadows, and Patterns with Black and White Photos.
You will take over 100 pictures over the next week and in the end print three pictures.
Each picture should showcase a different composition style.
One photo should emphasize patterns.
One photo should emphasize patterns.
One photo should emphasize brightness and contrast relationships.
Some photos will show both.
You will take over 100 pictures over the next week and in the end print three pictures.
Each picture should showcase a different composition style.
One photo should emphasize patterns.
One photo should emphasize patterns.
One photo should emphasize brightness and contrast relationships.
Some photos will show both.
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
Oct 4 Sub Plans
Period 1:
All of you need to save your best landscape as a JPEG picture and send it to my period 1 class folder on the staff server. I will pring these on Friday morning. You should name it with the proper naming convention (1_mitchellt_landscape).
After that youshould completely finish your five changes landscape and your best photomerge. For the Photomerge don't forget to use the burn and dodge tools to lighten/darken your pictures.
All of you need to save your best landscape as a JPEG picture and send it to my period 1 class folder on the staff server. I will pring these on Friday morning. You should name it with the proper naming convention (1_mitchellt_landscape).
After that youshould completely finish your five changes landscape and your best photomerge. For the Photomerge don't forget to use the burn and dodge tools to lighten/darken your pictures.
If you have questions please email me.
Mr. Mitchell
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Landscape Assignment
Picture 1
Make as many adjustments as you think necessary to make your picture look better. Consider adjusting the color, brightness/contrast, and hue/saturation etc. Eliminate anything you don't think is needed. Crop for effect. Use the clone stamp. Copy and Paste.
Does your picture use composition elements we have talked about in class? Is there a main focus?
You will print this assigment so make it your best.
Picture 2
Make five major changes to your picture. You are trying to fool me so I can't tell what you changed. Adjust and eliminate objects. Change colors. Add items. Remove items.
Have fun.
Use the clone stamp tool as needed.
Quiz next Monday on Photoshop tools
Make as many adjustments as you think necessary to make your picture look better. Consider adjusting the color, brightness/contrast, and hue/saturation etc. Eliminate anything you don't think is needed. Crop for effect. Use the clone stamp. Copy and Paste.
Does your picture use composition elements we have talked about in class? Is there a main focus?
You will print this assigment so make it your best.
Picture 2
Make five major changes to your picture. You are trying to fool me so I can't tell what you changed. Adjust and eliminate objects. Change colors. Add items. Remove items.
Have fun.
Use the clone stamp tool as needed.
Quiz next Monday on Photoshop tools
Monday, September 18, 2006
More Reading to clarify F-Stops etc.
http://cybercollege.com/tvp012.htm
You do not need to read rack focus and follow focus. Please take the quiz at the end of the section. This will prepare you for Wednesday's quiz.
You do not need to read rack focus and follow focus. Please take the quiz at the end of the section. This will prepare you for Wednesday's quiz.
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Importing Pictures
To import pictures please do the following:
1. Plug in camera with USB chord or plug in Card Reader.
2. If you are importing ALL your pictures, open up IPhoto and select import. Your pictures will automatically go into the IPhoto library. (skip step three)
3. If you are only importing some of your pictures then open up Image Capture from the Applications folder. Once you are there select the 'download some' option. The select the pictures you want to download. The pictures should end up in your pictures folder on the hard drive. You will need to drag these pictures into IPhoto.
4. When you have all of your photos in IPhoto, you can drag each photo into the proper Photo album.
1. Plug in camera with USB chord or plug in Card Reader.
2. If you are importing ALL your pictures, open up IPhoto and select import. Your pictures will automatically go into the IPhoto library. (skip step three)
3. If you are only importing some of your pictures then open up Image Capture from the Applications folder. Once you are there select the 'download some' option. The select the pictures you want to download. The pictures should end up in your pictures folder on the hard drive. You will need to drag these pictures into IPhoto.
4. When you have all of your photos in IPhoto, you can drag each photo into the proper Photo album.
Monday, September 11, 2006
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Reading For Digital Photo
We will be reading and discussing the information contained on the following web pages:
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp025.htm
http://cybercollege.com/comp_ex2.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp023.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp024.htm
http://cybercollege.com/tvp025.htm
http://cybercollege.com/comp_ex2.htm
Friday, June 16, 2006
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
YouTube
www.youtube.com
If they complete all of your blog with detailed comments on all of your posts, you then need to create an account on YOU TUBE and upload yourVideo Slideshow to YOUTUBE.
Once the video is uploaded, you can paste the html code onto you blog and the video will play on their site.
Kevin Martinez might be able to help everyone with this.
Please look at the link to check out the blogs from last semester to see if your blog is up to standard.
If they complete all of your blog with detailed comments on all of your posts, you then need to create an account on YOU TUBE and upload yourVideo Slideshow to YOUTUBE.
Once the video is uploaded, you can paste the html code onto you blog and the video will play on their site.
Kevin Martinez might be able to help everyone with this.
Please look at the link to check out the blogs from last semester to see if your blog is up to standard.
Friday, May 19, 2006
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Export Slideshow
File>Share>Quicktime>CD ROM
Save in your movies folder. Open it up to see that it works.
We will upload these to YOUTUBE.com eventually and then paste them on our yet to be created blogsite.
Save in your movies folder. Open it up to see that it works.
We will upload these to YOUTUBE.com eventually and then paste them on our yet to be created blogsite.
Blog Assignment
http://mrmitchellmedia.blogspot.com/2006/01/blog-assignment.html
Click this link above for more info.
Click this link above for more info.
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Monday, April 17, 2006
T-Shirt Contest Art
When you are done with your t-shirt art save it as a JPEG.
Make sure the file has your name on it.
Next, send that file to Mr. Story's drop box.
Click on the desktop>go>connect to server>staff>guest>staff>S>Brian Story
Add your file to the drop box and click OK.
Make sure the file has your name on it.
Next, send that file to Mr. Story's drop box.
Click on the desktop>go>connect to server>staff>guest>staff>S>Brian Story
Add your file to the drop box and click OK.
B-Movie Poster examples
http://www.go-star.com/antiquing/movieposters.htm
http://www.moderntimes.com/palace/b/bposter.htm
http://www.moderntimes.com/palace/b/bposter.htm
B-Movie Poster
Steps for B-Movie Poster
1. Brainstorm and sketch ideas on paper. Show Mr. Mitchell your four ideas and pick one to work on.
2. Spend time to get any background/landscape pictures that you need. Pick a place that you could potentially have monsters climb on/destroy/reappear from/or live. Your poster must have at least one digital image taken with a camera.
3. Import your background photos and internet pictures to your computer.
4. Create a new document in Photoshop at 8.5 *11 inches with 200 resolution.
5. Add background photo to new document and import/download internet directly into project.
6. Manipulate photos to work within your poster.
7. Go to good-tutorials.com and pick a text to create that is appropriate for your poster. Text with blood, fire, or multiple colors also seem to work best. You will make text for your movie name as well as tag-lines and movie stars. The text should go well together.
7b. Check in with Mr. Mitchell to make sure everything is OK.
8. Once you have completed all of your poster you will need to merge layers and convert your picture to grayscale.
9. You will now paint your picture at approximately 23%-30% opacity. Pick colors that stand out.
10. Check in with Mr. Mitchell again and print.
Grading will be based on the following:
Creative movie title
Creative use of text effects for title and tag lines
Interesting/scary monster or villian
Use of digital image
Color Coordination
Realism of poster (does it look like something we would see in a theater)
Logo included
Movie details included in small print (directed by etc.)
Take your time on this project!
1. Brainstorm and sketch ideas on paper. Show Mr. Mitchell your four ideas and pick one to work on.
2. Spend time to get any background/landscape pictures that you need. Pick a place that you could potentially have monsters climb on/destroy/reappear from/or live. Your poster must have at least one digital image taken with a camera.
3. Import your background photos and internet pictures to your computer.
4. Create a new document in Photoshop at 8.5 *11 inches with 200 resolution.
5. Add background photo to new document and import/download internet directly into project.
6. Manipulate photos to work within your poster.
7. Go to good-tutorials.com and pick a text to create that is appropriate for your poster. Text with blood, fire, or multiple colors also seem to work best. You will make text for your movie name as well as tag-lines and movie stars. The text should go well together.
7b. Check in with Mr. Mitchell to make sure everything is OK.
8. Once you have completed all of your poster you will need to merge layers and convert your picture to grayscale.
9. You will now paint your picture at approximately 23%-30% opacity. Pick colors that stand out.
10. Check in with Mr. Mitchell again and print.
Grading will be based on the following:
Creative movie title
Creative use of text effects for title and tag lines
Interesting/scary monster or villian
Use of digital image
Color Coordination
Realism of poster (does it look like something we would see in a theater)
Logo included
Movie details included in small print (directed by etc.)
Take your time on this project!
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
T-ShirtContest
http://www.tutorialized.com/tutorial/Andy-Warhol-Photo-Effect/8881
http://www.silkscreenbiz.com/learning/artwork.htm
Shorecrest Arts EXPO '06
So what we need is a simple yet interesting design to be printed on shirts that states arts expo or art expo or sc expo or ??? and some appropriate artistic design. it could be comical, or artistic, or of an artist or???
2 colors max, NO gradients of those colors, just solids. NO lines thinner than 1/8"...
http://www.silkscreenbiz.com/learning/artwork.htm
Shorecrest Arts EXPO '06
So what we need is a simple yet interesting design to be printed on shirts that states arts expo or art expo or sc expo or ??? and some appropriate artistic design. it could be comical, or artistic, or of an artist or???
2 colors max, NO gradients of those colors, just solids. NO lines thinner than 1/8"...
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Friday, March 17, 2006
Wednesday, March 08, 2006
Printing Info
First adjust the brightness on your document about 15-20 (image>brightness and contrast) because our printer prints dark.
Next,
File>Print Preview
Select 'Select Scale to Fit Media' and 'Let Photoshop Determine Colors'
Select 'Page Setup' and select horizontal or vertical and click 'ok'
Select Print
Under Paper Type and Quality choose 'Glossy Paper'
Under Advanced pick 'maximum edge control' and 'Best Quality' Compression
Print
Next,
File>Print Preview
Select 'Select Scale to Fit Media' and 'Let Photoshop Determine Colors'
Select 'Page Setup' and select horizontal or vertical and click 'ok'
Select Print
Under Paper Type and Quality choose 'Glossy Paper'
Under Advanced pick 'maximum edge control' and 'Best Quality' Compression
School Poster Assignment
You will make a school-related poster that is 8.5 *11 inches and has 200 resolution.
The poster must contain a creative and orignal font and must be multi-colored.
Posters should be easy to read and conatain at least one border.
You must contact the advisor in charge of your selected activity.
Please include your logo at the bottom of the poster.
The poster must contain a creative and orignal font and must be multi-colored.
Posters should be easy to read and conatain at least one border.
You must contact the advisor in charge of your selected activity.
Please include your logo at the bottom of the poster.
Staff List For Activities
http://schools.shorelineschools.org/shorecrest/asb/index.php#activities
This list will tell you what staff member is in charge of which activity here at Shorecrest. You will email this staff member to explain to them your poster project.
This list will tell you what staff member is in charge of which activity here at Shorecrest. You will email this staff member to explain to them your poster project.
Friday, March 03, 2006
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
CD Cover Assignment
CD Assignment
You will create a front and back cover to insert into a blank CD case.
First you will open Photoshop and create two new blank documents. Both of these documents should be approximately 4.875 inches * 4.875 inches.
Front Cover:
• CD Name and Band Names in fonts of your choice from Good-Tutorials.com
• Fictional Band Name in font of your choice.
• Use your own pictures only. Every item on both covers must be something you took a picture of or that you grabbed from the internet (high-resolution only)
• An appropriate and well planned background if your picture is smaller than 4.875 inches. Gradients are always a nice option too for backgrounds.
Back Cover:
• Five pictures. Your five pictures can be band members playing music, singing, signing autographs, or you can make a collage (See The Beatles Sergeant Lonely Hearts Club Band or Revolver down below for good collage examples).
• Track List
• Copyright Information
• Well-designed background
Tools and Effects utilized from Photoshop:
Clone Stamp, Eyedropper, Selection Tools, Layering, Color Gradients, Adjusting Colors, Text Effects, cut/paste, and Free Transform etc.
http://porktornado.diaryland.com/albumcover.html
You will create a front and back cover to insert into a blank CD case.
First you will open Photoshop and create two new blank documents. Both of these documents should be approximately 4.875 inches * 4.875 inches.
Front Cover:
• CD Name and Band Names in fonts of your choice from Good-Tutorials.com
• Fictional Band Name in font of your choice.
• Use your own pictures only. Every item on both covers must be something you took a picture of or that you grabbed from the internet (high-resolution only)
• An appropriate and well planned background if your picture is smaller than 4.875 inches. Gradients are always a nice option too for backgrounds.
Back Cover:
• Five pictures. Your five pictures can be band members playing music, singing, signing autographs, or you can make a collage (See The Beatles Sergeant Lonely Hearts Club Band or Revolver down below for good collage examples).
• Track List
• Copyright Information
• Well-designed background
Tools and Effects utilized from Photoshop:
Clone Stamp, Eyedropper, Selection Tools, Layering, Color Gradients, Adjusting Colors, Text Effects, cut/paste, and Free Transform etc.
http://porktornado.diaryland.com/albumcover.html
Friday, February 10, 2006
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
Adding items to my server drop box
Go
Connect to Server
Staff
Connect
Guest
Connect
Staff
OK
Find my last name and drop your document/picture into my drop box.
Make sure your project is named and saved as a JPEG.
Connect to Server
Staff
Connect
Guest
Connect
Staff
OK
Find my last name and drop your document/picture into my drop box.
Make sure your project is named and saved as a JPEG.
Blog Assignment
Ralph's email when you are done extremz@gmail.com.
The class website: http://coolmyx.blogspot.com/.
Please make sure you leave five detailed comments.
The class website: http://coolmyx.blogspot.com/.
Please make sure you leave five detailed comments.
Greeting Card Assignment
You will make a greeting card for a friend or family member.
This project will have two sides: a front with a mask layer and an inside with a graphic and text.
To remind yourself how to make mask layers please see 'create an image using layers' and 'add shapes to an image' in the Photoshop help tutorial section. There is also some good explanation under Tutorials>layers>masking layers.
Your card should be color coordinated in both design and text.
The front of your card should include at least four layers and it should also demonstrate your ability to create an interesting border, crop a photo or design, and create 'special' text.
This card should mean something to you so please take your time.
Greeting card examples:
http://www.smartdraw.com/examples/flyers-general/
Tips for writing the inside of you card:
Traditional cards are those using rhymed, metered poetry. The number of lines is generally divisible by four. Traditional verse is often done by a company's in-house staff ; however, there has been a recent upsurge in freelance contributions in this area. This is just a suggestion and not manditory.
This project will have two sides: a front with a mask layer and an inside with a graphic and text.
To remind yourself how to make mask layers please see 'create an image using layers' and 'add shapes to an image' in the Photoshop help tutorial section. There is also some good explanation under Tutorials>layers>masking layers.
Your card should be color coordinated in both design and text.
The front of your card should include at least four layers and it should also demonstrate your ability to create an interesting border, crop a photo or design, and create 'special' text.
This card should mean something to you so please take your time.
Greeting card examples:
http://www.smartdraw.com/examples/flyers-general/
Tips for writing the inside of you card:
Traditional cards are those using rhymed, metered poetry. The number of lines is generally divisible by four. Traditional verse is often done by a company's in-house staff ; however, there has been a recent upsurge in freelance contributions in this area. This is just a suggestion and not manditory.
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Composition
Leading Lines
Selective Focus
Rule of Thirds
Framing (frame within a frame)
Depth of Field (fore-ground, mid-ground, background)
Color Contrast
Convey meaning through colors and tones
Shadows
Brightness/Contrast relationship
Odd number of objects
Every picture should have one major subject and each one should mean something to you.
Selective Focus
Rule of Thirds
Framing (frame within a frame)
Depth of Field (fore-ground, mid-ground, background)
Color Contrast
Convey meaning through colors and tones
Shadows
Brightness/Contrast relationship
Odd number of objects
Every picture should have one major subject and each one should mean something to you.
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
Blog Assignment
Here are the requirements for the blog assignment:
1. The colors you use on your blog should go with the template. In other words, don't clash. Everything should be easy to see and read.
2. Update your personal profile fully.
3. Add your picture to the profile. Use one of my cameras and then a card reader. Turn off camera before taking the card out. Put the Flash Card in the card reader and open Image Capture in the Applications Folder. Open Image Capture and select "Download Some". Select your picture and save it in the pictures folder. When you eject the card reader please drag it to the trash.
4. Add all of your work (everything). Beneath each example of your work please describe what you created in two-three sentences. Also, if you used a tutorial please locate it online and provide a link for that tutorial. The easy way to add your work is to save your project as a JPEG (save as) and then upload it to the website.
5. Add links to at least three tutorials you think other students would enjoy working on. Describe the tutorial in one-two sentences.
6. Throughout your website demonstrate that you can change text fonts, sizes, styles, and colors. Also, please demonstrate your ability to format text left, center, and right. Also, in at least one instance use the button or number formatting.7. Spell check your whole site.
8. Add links to three 'general interest" websites you think would interest other students. Add two to three sentences describing each link and explaining why you like the website.
9. A big portion of your grade is creativity. Make your site look "cool" and "original".
10. Add at least one more member to your blog.
11. Present a question on your blog that other students can answer.
11. You will send me a link to this site at the end of the day Thursday. You will also send your site to other students.
Monday, January 09, 2006
Digital Photo Photo Essay Treatment
Please answer the following questions in COMPLETE sentences and email your responses to trent.mitchell@shorelineschools.org.
In the subject line type Digital Photo. (very important)
1. What is your topic for the Photo Essay assignment?
2. Why do you think this is a good choice for you? What does the topic mean to you personally?
3. What specifically will you try to show with this assignment? For exampe, what types of pictures? Where will you shoot?
4. How much do you think you have improved in class since the beginning of the semester? How will your Photo Essay show this growth?
5. Have you thought about your aesthetic style for the assignment? For example, will it be all black and white or perhaps everything in vibrant colors? Will you try to incorporate shadows or brightness/contrast relationships? Please be specific and describe any ideas you might have.
In the subject line type Digital Photo. (very important)
1. What is your topic for the Photo Essay assignment?
2. Why do you think this is a good choice for you? What does the topic mean to you personally?
3. What specifically will you try to show with this assignment? For exampe, what types of pictures? Where will you shoot?
4. How much do you think you have improved in class since the beginning of the semester? How will your Photo Essay show this growth?
5. Have you thought about your aesthetic style for the assignment? For example, will it be all black and white or perhaps everything in vibrant colors? Will you try to incorporate shadows or brightness/contrast relationships? Please be specific and describe any ideas you might have.
Friday, January 06, 2006
Final Assignment
Final Project
Photo Essay Assignment
Digital Photography
Mr. Mitchell
Assignment Requirements:
• First pick a general theme. For example, you might pick America, Democracy, or Responsibility. You will shoot photographs centered on this central theme.
• Use what you've learned about photographic composition, lighting, color, lines, texture and use your camera to make a statement. Each individual photo will be graded accordingly. (Review composition elements if necessary).
• Your photographs should make both a visual and emotional/political/critical/intellectual statement. Your photo essay should contain at least 9 photographs. Below each picture you will also describe the composition elements used on each photo.
• Your essay should be something unique, new, and your own view of your selected theme.
• You can shoot B & W, Color, or both. It’s your artistic choice.
• You may digitally alter your photos as necessary in Photoshop.
• Each project will be accompanied by a two to three paragraph reflection on what you learned from this project both technically and emotionally. Also, you should explain any interesting information regarding your shot selection or process.
• Your pictures should be printed out either 3*5 or 4*6, two to three pictures per page with the exception of one photo that will be printed at 8.5 *11.
• Projects should be turned in on poster board with written with the written reflection attached.
• You will also be dropping this assignment in my drop box so that we may view each project in front of the class.
Photo Essay Assignment
Digital Photography
Mr. Mitchell
Assignment Requirements:
• First pick a general theme. For example, you might pick America, Democracy, or Responsibility. You will shoot photographs centered on this central theme.
• Use what you've learned about photographic composition, lighting, color, lines, texture and use your camera to make a statement. Each individual photo will be graded accordingly. (Review composition elements if necessary).
• Your photographs should make both a visual and emotional/political/critical/intellectual statement. Your photo essay should contain at least 9 photographs. Below each picture you will also describe the composition elements used on each photo.
• Your essay should be something unique, new, and your own view of your selected theme.
• You can shoot B & W, Color, or both. It’s your artistic choice.
• You may digitally alter your photos as necessary in Photoshop.
• Each project will be accompanied by a two to three paragraph reflection on what you learned from this project both technically and emotionally. Also, you should explain any interesting information regarding your shot selection or process.
• Your pictures should be printed out either 3*5 or 4*6, two to three pictures per page with the exception of one photo that will be printed at 8.5 *11.
• Projects should be turned in on poster board with written with the written reflection attached.
• You will also be dropping this assignment in my drop box so that we may view each project in front of the class.
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
Alternate Photo Assignment
Pick a photographer you would like to research.
In no LESS than one page please explain:
• Who you chose and who they are (i.e. when, where, what etc)
• Describe their photography (what is unique about her/his style and technique)
• And explain how he/she (or something they did, used or created) has impacted or changed photography.
Finally pick one of their photos to re-create.
ABBOTT
ANSEL ADAMS
ROBERT ADAMS
ALVAREZ BRAVO
ARBUS
ATGET
BELLOCQ
BLOSSFELDT
BOURKE-WHITE
BRANDT
BRASSAÏ
CALLAHAN
CAMERON
COBURN
CUNNINGHAM
DeCARAVA
DOISNEAU
EGGLESTON
EVANS
FENTON
FRIEDLANDER
GOWIN
GUTMANN
HILL&ADAMSON
HINE
KARSH
KERTÉSZ
KLEIN
KOUDELKA
LANGE
LARTIGUE
LAUGHLIN
LEVITT
MAPPLETHORPE
MEATYARD
MEYEROWITZ
MODEL
MODOTTI
MUYBRIDGE
NADAR
NEWMAN
O'SULLIVAN
OUTERBRIDGE
PARKS
PENN
RIIS
RODCHENKO
SALGADO
SHERMAN
SHORE
SMITH
SOMMER
STEICHEN
STIEGLITZ
STRAND
TALBOT
UELSMANN
WALDMAN
WATKINS
WEEGEE
WESTON
WHITE
WINOGRAND
WOLLEH
In no LESS than one page please explain:
• Who you chose and who they are (i.e. when, where, what etc)
• Describe their photography (what is unique about her/his style and technique)
• And explain how he/she (or something they did, used or created) has impacted or changed photography.
Finally pick one of their photos to re-create.
ABBOTT
ANSEL ADAMS
ROBERT ADAMS
ALVAREZ BRAVO
ARBUS
ATGET
BELLOCQ
BLOSSFELDT
BOURKE-WHITE
BRANDT
BRASSAÏ
CALLAHAN
CAMERON
COBURN
CUNNINGHAM
DeCARAVA
DOISNEAU
EGGLESTON
EVANS
FENTON
FRIEDLANDER
GOWIN
GUTMANN
HILL&ADAMSON
HINE
KARSH
KERTÉSZ
KLEIN
KOUDELKA
LANGE
LARTIGUE
LAUGHLIN
LEVITT
MAPPLETHORPE
MEATYARD
MEYEROWITZ
MODEL
MODOTTI
MUYBRIDGE
NADAR
NEWMAN
O'SULLIVAN
OUTERBRIDGE
PARKS
PENN
RIIS
RODCHENKO
SALGADO
SHERMAN
SHORE
SMITH
SOMMER
STEICHEN
STIEGLITZ
STRAND
TALBOT
UELSMANN
WALDMAN
WATKINS
WEEGEE
WESTON
WHITE
WINOGRAND
WOLLEH
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