16.8.13 (Week 2)
Vanessa A/P Ah Lir, (0315830)
Introduction to Photography
Vanessa A/P Ah Lir, (0315830)
Introduction to Photography
Exercise 1: Presentation of 10 of your best-liked pictures
In this exercise students will explain the reasons they like the chosen pictures, what they found interesting when taking/choosing or after taking/choosing the picture. Students’ have to choose pictures that are not their own as well but must credit and explain the circumstances of the picture. Student will present 5 pictures of their own and 5 pictures of 5 different photographers. By this process students exercise their ability to discern and reflect on what makes a good picture theoretically.
1. Content (3%):
Marking Criteria: The presentation must showcase a variety of pictures: personal(5 self shot), landscape, portrait, still life, etc. AND from 5 different photographers. All pictures must be credited and explained.
Marking Criteria: The presentation must showcase a variety of pictures: personal(5 self shot), landscape, portrait, still life, etc. AND from 5 different photographers. All pictures must be credited and explained.
2. Clarity of presentation (2%):
Marking Criteria: The student must be clear and concise in their delivery and explanation of their pictures. Evidence of understanding can be deduced by their analysis, explanation and confidence of their delivery.
Assignment 1Marking Criteria: The student must be clear and concise in their delivery and explanation of their pictures. Evidence of understanding can be deduced by their analysis, explanation and confidence of their delivery.
We each did a presentation by PowerPoint. Our presentation were beamed onto a slide with a projector and we were to talk and explain on why we chose those particular pictures.
Personal photos
WHAT: An array of colorful flowers
WHERE: Cameron Highlands
WHEN: 2010
WHY: The larger flowers at the front acts as the attention puller, then the viewer notices more flowers behind, farther in distance, but larger in amount, serving as a lighter colored background.
WHAT: A row of strawberry plants
WHERE: Cameron Highlands
WHEN: 2010
WHY: The strawberries are arranged in a row, but taken from an angle where it appears to be diagonal and gradually decreasing in size. The strawberries are the only red amidst the green and brown background.
WHAT: Buildings by the river
WHERE: Switzerland
WHEN: 2002
WHY: With buildings beside the river, the photo would look ordinary. However, the green trees give a relaxing feeling to the place and add value to the photograph.
WHAT: Shop lots by a bridge over the river
WHERE: Geneva
WHEN: 8 September 2001
WHY: The objects (bridge, trees etc) seem to be darker due to the brighter, azure blue sky behind them and the water reflects the color of the sky.
WHAT: Lakeside scenery
WHERE: Geneva
WHEN: 8 September 2001
WHY: The geese gliding over the clear lake, the tree with yellow leaves during autumn and the houses behind them completes a photo scenic view of Geneva.
Random photographs from different photographers
WHAT: Grilled Chicken
WHO: David Hagerman
WHEN: 18 March 2013
WHERE: Wakaf Bharu, Kelantan
WHY: The photo shows a nice light effect from the fire against the enclosed space and the man. The man is grilling a chicken inside the tin over a fire, which is not the ordinary grilling technique.
WHAT: Strainer of noodles
WHO: Dean McCartney
WHEN: 8 June 2010
WHERE: Bangkok’s Chinatown
WHY: The effects of the steam over the clarity of most parts of the picture and the rich culture of Chinatown shown by how the noodles were prepared makes this photo a good piece.
WHAT: Hundreds of Indonesians waited to receive alms given to poor people during Ramadan
WHO: M. Andikam Anika /Agence France-Presse/Getty Images
WHEN: 6 August 2013
WHERE: Gudang Garam tobacco factory in Kediri, Indonesia
WHY: The angle of the photo is taken in a way that the gaps between the bars cannot be seen and only a face but several hands are visible.
WHAT: Salmon and trout
WHO: Michael Melford
WHEN: 20 July 2013
WHERE: Upper Talarik Creek, Alaska
WHY: Young salmon and trout are caught in a small fish bowl/plastic bag, with the river and its bank as a background, making it different from the rest of the usual fish photographs.
Source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/wondermade/2484175613/
WHAT: A sparrow flying at low height
WHO: Nathan and Jenn Clarks
WHEN: 11 May 2008
HOW: “I camped out and teased the bird with food until he got close. When he was about 4 feet away, I leaned in causing him to take flight, then I shot in continuous mode.”
WHY: The sparrow is captured at a very rare and precise timing. Unlike usual pictures of birds, this one is caught with a unique posture and position.
Screenshots
Fig 1: 5 photos from 5 different photographers
Fig 2: 5 photos of my own
FEEDBACK
General Feedback
- We need to have an analytical way of thinking to make us a better learner
- We should address the audience in general (in this case, not only the lecturer, but also our classmates) during presentations
- Do not mumble to yourself but speak clearly and precisely so that everyone understands you.
- Before a presentation, it is important to plan what we are going to say
- As we are doing a presentation on PHOTOS, reduce the unnecessary decorations around the photos, reduce the side texts and enlarge the size of the photos we are presenting
- It is recommended to speak in a sequence, eg: title of the photos, name of the photographer, explainations
We were also told to ask questions if we are not sure or do not understand something. We should be brave to voice out questions in a class, so our doubts can be cleared and classmates might also benefit from what we ask.
REFLECTION
It is unwise to worry too much or to be overly nervous before a presentation. I do have the experience of doing presentations in front of crowds. However, I was a bit dissapointed that I stumbled over my words a couple of times out of nervousness which I know I should not have done.
There will soon be another presentation for another subject, and I will definitely try to get over with the nervousness. The presentation for Photography had indeed taught me a very important lesson and made me realize my flaws.
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