Macro Photograohy

   Macro Photography:

   Definition: 

   

   Extreme close-up photography, usually of very small subjects and living organisms like insects, in which the size of the subject in the photograph is greater than life size.

   Equipment needed:

   - Tripod

   - Correct camera settings/Macro lens

   - Subject

   Camera Settings:

   

   - Aperture between f/5.6 - f/11

   - Manual Focus

   - Shutter Speed 1/500" - 1/250"

   - ISO 200/400

    Image Bank:

These images are particularly interesting as they draw the viewers attention to a desired place by using focus. This technique tends to mostly be focused on natural elements such as plants, water or animals and so I will use it in my own investigation. An idea inspired by this work could be focusing on pieces of litter in a natural environment such as a forest to create a political awareness in my images. This would draw the eye to the negative effect we have on nature and blur out the trees/flowers/leaves in the background. This would link well as a contrast to my theme of nature and add some deeper meanings. I could also look at exploring different textures with macro photography. Close ups of leaves, flowers or animals would fit with my theme and would be something I'd like to explore. 

Contact Sheet:

        

     I took these images by using the above suggested settings on my camera to achieve the macro effect. Different angles were used for these images, mostly eye level. I believe that these images have turned out quite well, a lot of detail has been captured and they reflect the style shown in the image bank. I also like how the focus on one specific subject draws the eye to any desired point in the image. To improve these images I could experiment further with the settings or explore alternative camera lenses in order to really achieve the full effect of background blur. I could also include different subjects such as animals to make the pictures more interesting. In regards to the progression of the technique, I would heavily consider using this in my future work as there is a lot more experimenting which could be done and improvements to be made in regards to this technique. 

Final Images:

Wide Angle & Telephoto Photography

Wide Angle & Telephoto Photography:

Image Bank:



Definition: This approach will render interesting outcomes as the lens distorts the foreground subject. Wide-angle lenses can be employed when shooting close-ups for a unique approach to working with foreground elements, unusual perspectives and extended depth of field. These combinations can create some of your most dynamic landscape images.



Equipment: 

- Wide angle lens e.g. 18 mm – 24 mm.
- Tripod.
- Open space to photograph/Subject.
- Correct camera settings.



Camera Settings:

- Combine a wide angle of view with a deep depth of field by using an aperture of f/8 or smaller.
- ISO 200/400
- Shutter speed 1/250"



These images feature a wide angle view, typically of landscapes. I am interested in this technique as it would work well with my theme of nature. In the images, there seems to be a specific subject in the centre and then a landscape surrounding. I could use this in my own personal investigation and focus on a wide landscape with a person in the centre. 

Contact Sheet:



These photographs were taken in a field/orchard where there was an open landscape for wide angle shots. I used a few different apertures to find the correct one for the shot but some of the images are still over exposed. The shutter speed used was 1/250". Overall, I think that these photos display some of the qualities found in the research images and feature a wide angle relating to my theme of nature. To improve this shot, I would use better camera settings as well as planning a more interesting shot. I might in the future set up a more interesting shot rather than trees in a landscape, such as finding layering hills. To improve these images, the first step would be to find the right view and consider a specific subject. In progression to this technique, I would consider using it in my personal investigation and further experiment. 

My Images:

Sequencing Technique

Sequencing Technique:

Definition: A serial arrangement where things follow in a logical order or a recurrent pattern.

What you Need:

- Tripod

- Fast shutter speed

- No camera shaking

- 200/400ISO

- Subject

These photographs are an interesting style which features many different shots being layered on top of each other to create one final piece. This technique has inspired me because I could use people as a subject and also incorporate other natural elements such as the moon, sun, clouds or animals. For example, I could set up my camera and tripod on a hill and take a shot of the moon every half an hour. This would result in me having many images of the moon throughout the night, leading to me being able to create the sequence shot. In addition to this, I could photograph people moving and sequence this. 

Techniques work diary:

The images were produced by using a fast shutter speed and by having the camera set up on a tripod facing the subject. This set up works well for sequencing shots as the movement on the swings can be captured.

The images look clear and show the movement in a sequence. If edited into a final outcome image, I think that it would mirror the research images style.

To improve the sequencing images, I could think of a more interesting shot or play with lighting/angles etc. 

In the progression of this Technique, I would consider using it in future shoots. Sequencing shows time through photography and therefore leads the eye to think about the work and what the meaning behind it could be. Ideas where I could use this technique could be capturing someone laugh/cry or capturing something move fast such as a train or car.