Next Meeting - Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010

Please make sure your ride is here no later than 5:00! Don't forget to send me your Assignment #2 on or before Nov. 2!

Assignment #2: Close-Ups (Due Nov. 2)

Objects that we see close-up are generally everyday things we take for granted. For example, insects, raindrops on flowers, or seeds on fruits. This assignment might be best done outside using natural lighting. You can certainly choose an inside subject, but your flash may make the subject look too bright.

Focus your camera on ANY subject, as long as it is about 6 inches away from the camera. You may also be able to get closer to your subject depending on the type of camera you own.

For this assignment, you will need to follow good composition rules and think creatively. Don't forget to consider the position of your camera angle and use the Rule of Thirds.

You may notice the background is a blur. This is good as it lets you focus your attention on the subject.

Pick one photo that you think is the best to share at the next meeting. You can either email it to me (carmen.boheler@clover.k12.sc.us), save it to a flash drive, print it out, or bring it to me on your memory card on or before November 2.

First Assignment

Our next meeting is Wednesday, October 6th, 2010. Here is your first "homework" assignment: Take your first name, and for every letter of your name, take a picture of something that starts with that letter. Keep in mind (and include) what you learned about composition:

• Rule of Thirds
• Uncluttered background
• Lead room (for moving objects)
• Different angles
• Vertical and horizontal photos
• Fill the frame (get in close)

Pick one photo that you think is the best to share at the next meeting. You can either email it, save it to a flash drive, print it out (at least 8x10 size), or bring it to Mrs. Boheler on a memory card BEFORE the next meeting (October 6). Be prepared to show the photos that go with each letter of your name at the next meeting.