ASSIGNMENT #01
(Due 9/21/09)
PART 1
READING:
National Geographic Field Guide
By Peter K. Burian & Robert Caputo
“Essential Basics; Getting Started” pages 1-23
“Essential Basics; Camera’s & Lenses” pages 34-75
PART 2
Read and all documents in the IMPORTANT DOC’S folder.
PART 3
“Make a self-portrait”
(Due 9/21/09)
Make a series of self-portrait photos.
Photo should be a reflection of who you are, an example of self-expression.
Make a self-portrait photo that communicates something about you.
Shoot more than one idea/take.
This photo should NOT be a random snapshot, head-shot, mug shot, old photo from the past, or hastily executed snap. This shoot should include forethought and planning.
Be creative.
Use self-timer, and tripod if necessary.
Figure out how to use your self-timer. DO NOT have someone else take the photo.
* IMPORTANT: Students must complete:
- Shoot 25-50 photos total
- In class next week you will select (1) image for submission; caption, crop, tone etc.
- Bring all the images you shoot for this assignment to class.
- Bring camera connection cable or card reader, to transfer images onto computer.
