Juxtaposition

These are the final images for my juxtaposition project.

"Change?"

This photo shows juxtaposition because it has taken the image of a person of peace and power (President Obama) and bloodied his face, which shows violence and some sort of conflict/disturbance.  Furthermore , the fact that he and his family are enjoying a happy lunch together and everyone is smiling, yet his smile is bloody (which isn't exactly fun and cheerful; more disturbing), shows further contrast and juxtaposition.

"Crossroad Can"

This photo shows juxtaposition because the lines of the shadows cross in different directions, and are extremely contrasting.  For the shadows are completely black, yet the line is white.

"Man's Best Friend"

This photo shows juxtaposition because the image of my father is rather "badass", and yet he is walking a tiny chihuahua dog; very opposite.  The combination of the two is a bit absurd and rather funny.

"Roaring 2000's"

The juxtaposition for this image is a bit more complex than my last three images.  The way that I saw juxtaposition in this image is that there is the image of a woman from the 1920's, which was an extremely prosperous era in our country's history, accompanied by the phrase "The Roaring 2000's".  The phrase "The Roaring 2000's" is completely contradicting to the actual prosperity of the 20's, for the 2000's have been filled mostly with war, recession, astronomical gas prices, and large budget cuts.  This view  is taken further by the "out of order" sign on the gas pump, which additionally represents the recession in our economy and very high gas prices; the condition of our country.

Beauty Studio Shoot

These are the final images from my beauty studio shoot.

Model: Hope

For both images I used a beauty enhancing tutorial when editing.  In doing this project, I learned how to create a more pleasing, beautiful portrait with the use of soft lighting and some editing.

Beauty Bowl Test

Got a new beauty bowl in photo and decided to test it out.

Model: Luis

Self Portraits

These are the images from my self portrait project representing my past, present, and future selves.

Past:

     When I was much younger (particularly 6th grade), I was extremely introverted and taciturn.  This was partially from being abandoned by my friend group, being bullied, and not fitting in with other people; I became somewhat of a loner.  In response to my loneliness, I constantly focussed on my poetry -being my only output of feeling (exposing any part of my true self only led to further hurt)-, music, drawing, skateboarding, and social networking.  Later that year, however, I made a new friend and was integrated into a new group.


Present:

     

Currently, I am a very confident, outspoken individual.  I no longer possess the introverted behavior I used to display (although I still have my quiet times), and do not care what people think about me.  I still focus greatly on my arts and am part of a friend group with people that I can trust in it.  I am a dedicated straight edger and have great aspirations. 

Future:

When I grow older and become part of the working world, I would like to be an animator/comic book artist, and clarinetist (shown by the art supplies and comic books on my desk, my look of contemplation, and the miniature clarinet on my desk).  I edited the photo to have a "popping" effect, reminiscent of comic books. 

Defining Light

These are the final images for y defining light project.
Location: Shannon Hills Park and my house
Model: Sabrina

"Something Wicked This Way Comes"

    In this photo, diffusion lighting is being used because the light coming through trees above is being spread and is soft.

     Edited in lightroom and photoshop to add filters

"4 O'clock"

    In this photo, illumination lighting is being used because her face is being supplied with glowing light from one place; the candle.

     Edited in pixlr and photoshop to add filters and texture.

"I Ask of Thee"

     In this photo, chiaroscuro lighting is being used because the combination of light and smoke makes light patterns and contrast.

     Edited in pixlr and photoshop to add filters and textures.

"The Open Door"

     In this photo, radiance lighting is being used because the subject is being supplied with rays of light from a distinct source.

     Edited in lightroom, photoshop, and pixlr to add filters, crop, and add textures.

Remote Flash Test-DVC Fog Shoot

In photo we went to DVC to shoot fog using a Nikon Speedlight.  The results were amazing, and I'm really considering buying one. It's such a nifty little device.

Lens Flare Tutorial

I used a lens flare tutorial to achieve the following image.  This image is from a photo contest that I entered for the 50th anniversary of my city.