Wednesday, 18 September 2013

ePortfolio Week 6 - Assignment 4a Rule of Thirds

18.9.13 (Week 7)
Vanessa A/P Ah Lir, (0315830)
Introduction to Photography
Assignment 4a Rule of Thirds

LECTURE

The Rule of Thirds
Source: http://digital-photography-school.com/rule-of-thirds#ixzz2eSUjUyhc
Source: http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photography-rule-of-thirds.html




1. The photography rule of thirds tells us to align our subject with one of the points where those lines cross. 

2. The subject is one third of the way “into” the picture space – from either the top or bottom, and from either the left or right. It is not in the middle.



3. Counterpoint : You can enhance the picture composition even more by creating a counterpoint. If you place your primary focal point at the thirds position, you can place a secondary focal point at the diagonally opposite thirds position.






Instructions - 4a Rule of Thirds

4a) Rule of Thirds (5%)

Marking Criteria: The student must show evidence of knowledge and ability to use the Rule of Two-Thirds under the prescribed circumstances. Evidence of composition enhanced by cropping is acceptable in order to heighten the dynamism or intensity of the picture.

Exercise 4a - Rule of Thirds

Capture 3 Images adhering to the Rule of Thirds
Using 1 person
Using 3 persons
Using a scenery

When placing the image on the document for printing; place one image with the Rule of Third lines visible and another without the lines side by side (as instructed in class)



Shutter Speed: 125, Aperture: 5.6, ISO: 200


Shutter Speed: 20, Aperture: 5.6, ISO: 200


Shutter Speed: 400, Aperture: 5.6, ISO: 200


[Credits to June, Afie, Jia Ni and Yasmin for being a subject matter]



Screenshots

Exercise 4a



FEEDBACK

General Feedback
  • A designer needs to be distinctive/ original
Specific Feedback
  • Exercise 4a - Excellent for the first two shots but the scenery was weak in composition, the point of interest was discernible.

REFLECTION

Besides determining the best exposure for each and every photo, the positioning of your subject matter is also very important. Different and unique placing of objects can draw the attention of viewers closer into the photo itself. It also adds value to the quality of the photo.

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