PORTRAIT HOMEWORK

Aside from the in class studio pics, you have a portrait assignment that you will have NO class time to shoot.  This should be shot over the 3 day weekend.  You are going to need 40 GOOD images, from at least 3 locations/settings and a minimum of 3 different wardrobe/makeup/prop changes.

1. Find no more than 2 interesting human subjects. The people you choose should WANT to be in the picture and they should be willing to cooperate.

2. Talk to your subject. You are the director of this adventure, make it what you want. Use colors or lighting to create a concept for your portrait. Costumes or uniforms work great. Imaginary ideas are OK. Choose an interesting setting based on your concept.

3. Change angles between shots. Shoot at least 35 pictures of EACH of your two subjects. This will give a good variety of images to pick your 40 from.

 

4. Change your lighting; Use filters, flashlights, lamps, or multiple lights to enhance your picture.
 

5. Remember you are the boss, make them change their expression. Pretend it is high fashion and they have to create the next great "look" like blue steel (Zoolander).
 

6. Most importantly for this assignment don't forget your composition rules. Use framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, color contrast etc. to enhance your photo. Fill the frame!!!!

HAVE FUN & BE CREATIVE!!!! try to think out of the norm to come up with a creative setting, pose, expression, outfit, etc to make an amazing portrait!!!!