2. One thing I wish we had spent more time on is editing portrait pictures. I want to venture more into this field because, I think portrait photography is one of the most valuable fields to be efficient in. Making a person look good and clear on a screen is very important and will help a lot in future events.
3. Two things I would like help functioning or learn about on Lightroom is the HSL/ Color/ B&W drop down option and the graduated filter. I like making the colors in a picture unique and pop while others fade out. Colors really help to portray a story in a photo. I haven't played with the graduated filter yet but, i think it would be great to learn how to edit only certain parts of a photo at a time.
4. I think the work load is acceptable for this class as long as every one is well equipped for the assignment itself. Going out and taking pictures and adventuring with the camera should come as second nature to those who have a passion for photography. The work load was always given in enough time to prepare and shoot in time to also edit afterwards to turn in.
4A. October and November were really hard months for me and i failed in many areas to keep up with school. In October, my boyfriend of 7 months and I broke up and the following week I was tested for breast cancer. Late october I had my surgery to remove the lumps for testing. I was in recovery for about a week. Falling into late October, i was just really depressed and not myself. I saw many doctors and I just didn't want to think about school. November came and my dad took me out of the state for a well needed break. When I came back i realized how far back I was in assignments and had to cope with the repercussions of it. Now I just want to focus on the future and try harder no matter the hardships.
5. So far my favorite assignments are the urban landscape and the pet portrait. I love the way the camera can capture so much detail and depth when shooting buildings. I really enjoyed taking photographs of the skyscrapers in new york. The pet portrait was fun and goofy yet challenging. I never realized how it was to get an animal to be still for the camera. Pet photographers must have a real talent.
6. The most difficult assignment for me would be nature vs. man and/ or landscape because transportation to get these kind of photos was hard for me to complete without a car handy. If I could redo the assignment again to go to the place of my choosing I would.
7. The topic i'm most excited about is studio. I love having a model to dress up and arrange the way I want the photo to look. I like having a controlled space to alter lighting and shadows. Im excited to learn more about this field and to progress my skills with it.
8. No I think we've covered a wider range of photography fields that I couldn't even think about on my own.
9. My photographic goals for the future are opening up my own salon + studio where I would do and have people to do hair, make up and wardrobe for models then shoot on site or go off for a photoshoot. I like being behind the scenes in preparation and behind the lens. I definitely see myself going to beauty school and going to college for photography and entrepreneurship. I would like to know more of my options for what schools are out there for me.
10. I think equipment would be something good to go over on field trips when we actually have opportunities and a guidance on how to properly use things like a speed light, timer, monopod and tripod.
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12. I think positive reinforcement is always a good suggestion for teachers and especially beginner photographers who aren't yet confident in their work. It means a lot for a student to have a teacher that praises good work because it encourages them to want to continue to please and progress. Maybe partnerships or group projects could be a cool thing to introduce to know and learn other peoples styles and get tips from peers who are also learning and trying to progress their own skills. I like the directions and everything for the work, i think its nice and neat.
