For this assignment, we learned how to do four different types of framing in photoshop. We found eight different pictures that we had already taken and followed instructions on how to frame them with different techniques. We learned how to use Gaussian Blur, Sprayed Strokes, Clipping Masks, and Gallery Frames. My favorite is the Gallery Frame, which unfortunately is the hardest. Below, you will find pictures I took during Digital Photography 1 that I framed for this assignment. I learned how to frame through this assignment. We never framed any of our pictures in Digital Photography 1, so it was all new to me. Luckily, it's a straightforward concept that I was able to pick up on quickly. The hardest part of this was getting back into Photoshop. A lot of the tools seemed like they should be self-explanatory, but I still needed to ask for clarification on multiple things. Everyone seems to be ahead of me, but I'm sure it'll come back with time. The frames add a little bit of "oomph" to the photos, which I really like.
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For this assignment, we had to take pictures focusing on color. I had a vision of taking pictures of my friends, which I would then desaturate and paint color back in. This worked for some pictures, but the picture I took of the corn wreath on my front porch ended up being the best. I added more saturation to make the colors pop for my best picture, but I left the rest of the photo alone (except for adding the frame). I thought the depth of field made the picture look really cool because you don't typically see things from that perspective, and I felt the fall vibe from it. The main struggle I had during this shoot was a smudge on my camera lens. Many of my pictures ended up coming out blurry, which added a lot of unnecessary stress to editing process yesterday. However, Photoshop has never failed to amaze me, and yesterday was no exception as I watched the vibrant red return to my pictures. I really enjoyed the open-ended nature of this assignment; it took the stress of having to find a specific thing with strict restraints and gave me a lot of flexibility with what and when I took the pictures. Getting back into the swing of things with camera settings and photoshop was a bit of a rough ride, but I'm excited for the future pictures I will get the opportunity to take and edit!
Our very first assignment was to learn about the principles of design. After we had read some articles and taken notes, we were instructed to take photos that showcased these principles. The principles of design include balance, movement/motion, repetition/rhythm, emphasis, simplicity, contrast, proportion, space, and unity. Taking these pictures was harder than expected. I definitely lost my touch with photography and photoshop, so I struggled to take decent quality pictures. It has always been difficult for me to take pictures of a concept rather than a subject, which I first found in the composition assignment from Digital Photography 1. However, I am very hopeful because after the beginning of DP1, my skills as a photographer grew exponentially; thus, I am hoping for the same growth in this class as I found sophomore year.
Welcome back!! It's been a hot second. My name is Ashley Desimone, and I took Digital Photography 1 with Mr. Bush in sophomore year. Now, senior year has brought along Digital Photography 2, so this will be a learning (and relearning) experience. A little bit about me: I'm an avid runner, I love dogs, and I'm not the best at photography (but I love learning about it!). I'm super excited to get back into the groove of things and brush up on old skills, as well as learn new ones. Let's have a great tri!
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