ASSIGNMENT #01
(Due 9/17/12)
PART 1
READING:
The Ultimate Field Guide to Photography
by National Geographic
“Intro,” and “Buying a digital camera” pages 1-24, 44-49
“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 9/17/12)
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:
1. Shoot 25-50 photos total
2. Select (1) image for submission; caption, crop, tone etc.
3. Be sure to include a caption.
4.SLUG PHOTO AS FOLLOWS: yourlastname_ selfportrait.JPG
5. Submit image to DROP folder.
6. Bring all the images you shoot for this assignment to
class.
7. Bring camera connection cable or card reader, to transfer
images onto computer.