PROJECT #1: Creating a Composition

  • Due Jan 23, 2022 by 11:59pm
  • Points 50
  • Submitting a file upload
  • File Types jpeg and jpg
  • Available Jan 17, 2022 at 12am - Mar 23, 2022 at 11:59pm
This assignment was locked Mar 23, 2022 at 11:59pm.

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In this first assignment, you will create 15 photographs following a scavenger hunt prompt. 
All 15 items on the scavenger hunt list must be included in the submission. 

Purpose

The idea behind this assignment is to observe the environment around you, by searching for items on a scavenger hunt list, and create a series of dynamic and compelling photographic compositions.

By completing this assignment, you will be able to:

  1. Experiment with how shutter speed affects movement
  2. Experiment with how depth of field affects the mode and focal elements of a photograph
  3. Experiment with camera angles to create a dynamic composition
  4. Experiment with how pattern and contrast helps to create a dynamic composition
  5. Demonstrate an understanding of camera controls: ISO, aperture, shutter speed


As you create your compositions, keep the following in mind:

  • Think about how close or far away you are to what you are photographing.
  • Think about patterns when looking around you.
  • Think about the type of places, people, and things that are important to you.
  • Think about the things you see in everyday life.
  • Think about the things you may overlook in everyday life.

Instructions

To complete the assignments, please follow all directions:

  1. Read/watch the the following lectures, to make sure you understand the basic elements of composition and camera controls.
  2. Take a look at past student work: EXAMPLES: Project 1

  3. Create a series of 15 photographs, following this scavenger hunt prompt. 
    Include a photograph from each of the items on this list in your series:

      1. An open door
      2. Negative space
      3. Monochromatic color
      4. Shallow depth of field
      5. Stopped action
      6. Motion blur
      7. Pattern and repetition
      8. Rule of thirds
      9. Eyes
      10. Light
      11. Texture
      12. Leading lines
      13. Reflection
      14. Something/Someone lost
      15. A loud noise
  4. Submit all 15 images online for the complete assignment.
    • Only submit 15 separate image files
    • Only submit the following file types: jpeg, jpg
    • Label your files as "firstname_lastname_itemdescription" (ex. "jessica_hoffman_ghost")

  5. In the comments sections of the assignment, record your exposure settings Links to an external site. (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO) for each photograph. 

  6. CRITIQUE: Creating a Composition
    Present to the class for critique your 3 strongest compositions in the discussion board.
    *This is required and you must post your photographs in the discussion critique when you submit your assignment here. 

Grading Criteria

Grading Requirements

The Projects Grading Rubric will be used to assign points for this assignment for a total of 50 possible points.

  • Series of 15 photographs: 2 points for each photograph, for a possible total of 30
  • Idea/Content: possible total of 5
  • Technical application: possible total of 5
  • Compositional elements: possible total of 5
  • Properly submitted files and exposure information: possible total of 5

Overall, your assignment must meet the requirements stated above in a manner that is clear, concise, and proves you understand the content and assignment.

Your Grade & Feedback

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  1. Go to the Gradebook
  • Login to our Canvas course and click the “Grades” link in the course menu bar.

  • Locate Assignment
    • Locate the Assignment in the list and click the discussion icon to see my comments, and the rubric icon (when a rubric is used) to see the rubric details and the points earned in alignment with each rubric category.

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Rubric

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Project 1 Assignment Rubric
Project 1 Assignment Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
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SERIES OF 15 PHOTOGRAPHS
Did the student fulfill the requirement, as laid out in the Assignment page? Are all 15 photographs submitted?
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30 to >0.0 pts
Full Marks
Provided all required photographs. 2 points for each photograph.
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0 pts
No Marks
Did not complete the assignment.
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30 pts
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IDEA/CONTENT
Do the images have imaginative subject matter and reflection of content.
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5 pts
Excellent/Full Marks
Imaginative subject matter, reflection of content, and execution of concept. The assignment is handled with excellence and distinction. The work provides exceptional evidence of mastery in the category.
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3 pts
Average
Interesting composition; shows control of technique; adequate creative content. The assignment is handled with average execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a lack of understanding in the category.
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0 pts
No Marks
Did not complete assignement
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5 pts
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TECHNICAL APPLICATION
How well did the student apply basic camera operations?
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5 pts
Excellent/Full Marks
Great exposure, lots of detail in shadows and highlights. Clear focus. Lightening enhances the subject. No clipping. Great contrast. Accurate color balance, saturation, etc. Depth of field enhances the subject. The assignment is handled with excellence and distinction. The work provides exceptional evidence of mastery in the category.
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4 pts
Above Average
Good exposure, tonal range may be limited. Good focus. Good lighting & contrast. Depth of field may need an adjustment. Little to no clipping. Good depth of field. The assignment is handled with competence and strong effort. The work provides evidence of developing mastery in the category.
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3 pts
Average
Slight issue in exposure. Maybe slightly over or underexposed. Lighting may be difficult. Contrast may be slightly low or high. Needs more or less depth of field. Highlights or shadows are clipped. Need for color adjustment. The assignment is handled with average execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a lack of understanding in the category.
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2 pts
Acceptable
Inaccurate exposure. Limited tonal range. Clipped highlights or shadows. Unintentional soft focus. Low or high contrast from poor lighting. Needs more or less dof. Contrast is flat or dull. The assignment is handled with acceptable execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a lack of understanding in the category.
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1 pts
Unacceptable
The assignment is handled with poor execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a disregard for (or ignoring of) required criteria in the category. Wrong exposure. Extremely overexposed or underexposed. Poor tonal range. Clipped highlights and shadows. Out of focus. Poor contrast. Difficult lighting (too bright or harsh or too dull). Needs more or less depth of field. Color is flat and dull.
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0 pts
No Marks
Did not complete assignement
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5 pts
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Additional Comments
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COMPOSITION
How well did the student apply basic elements of composition?
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5 pts
Excellent/Full Marks
Strong composition- balanced, careful arrangement of elements, good eye movement created with repetition, leading lines, framing. Clearly defined focal point. Thoughtful consideration of what to include and exclude from the frame (framing). The assignment is handled with excellence and distinction. The work provides exceptional evidence of mastery in the category.
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4 pts
Above Average
Good composition, somewhat balanced. May need to make changes in one of the following: angle of view, focal point, placement of subject, distance, or framing. The assignment is handled with competence and strong effort. The work provides evidence of developing mastery in the category.
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3 pts
Average
Composition requires changes. Not quite balanced. May be crooked. Need to make changes in the following: angle of view, focal point, placement of subject, distance, or framing. Subject(s) are too close to the edge. The assignment is handled with average execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a lack of understanding in the category.
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2 pts
Acceptable
Composition is not thoughtful. Not paying attention to angle of view, focal point, placement of subject, or framing. Subject is bullseyed (floating in the center). Little attention paid to the overall contents within the frame. Subjects may be cut off at the edges. Distractions are present in the background. The assignment is handled with acceptable execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a lack of understanding in the category.
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1 pts
Unacceptable
The assignment is handled with poor execution and effort. The work provides evidence of a disregard for (or ignoring of) required criteria in the category. Composition is extremely weak, random, and requires many changes. Not paying attention to the angle of view, placement of focal point, etc. Distance is too far or too close to subject. Composition is cluttered or confusing. Unwanted elements within the frame. Subjects cut off at the edges. Distractions in the background. Subject is bullseyed.
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0 pts
No Marks
Did not complete assignement
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5 pts
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FILE SUBMISSION
Only submit 15 separate image files
Only submit the following file types: jpeg, jpg
Label your files as "firstname_lastname_itemdescription" (ex. "jessica_hoffman_ghost")
threshold: pts
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2.5 pts
Excellent/Full Marks
Properly labelled and submitted files.
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0 pts
No Marks
Did not complete assignment
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2.5 pts
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EXPOSURE SUBMISSION
Did the student include exposure information
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2.5 pts
Excellent/Full Marks
Exposure information submitted.
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0 pts
No Marks
Did not submit exposure information
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2.5 pts
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Additional Comments
Total Points: 50 out of 50