Sushant's Digital Photo

Sushant M. Sebastian H. Nimran K. Hunt #3 Dance Text Flag Mosaic

 I liked the project because it allowed for some creative flexibility and resulted in a nice photoshop composition. I learned how to use several masking techniques and blending methods. I am proud of how I was able to compile many layers to create a complex digital file and how I was able to learn how to quickly use new tools in photoshop.

Caroline Foster What is the image about? The image is a road to Aoraki and showcases a grand landscape. What do you like about the image? I like the grand imposing mountain upon a beautiful blue lake. List at least one element of art and one principle of design used in the image. The image uses leading lines from the road going towards the mountain and uses the rule of thirds to separate the ground, lake, and mountain. List one interesting fact you discovered about the photographer. She has a Master's Degree in Clinical Nutrition. Chris Burkard What is the image about? The image showcases the thrill of adventure and beauty of nature. What do you like about the image? I like the birds-eye view of the terrain below, along with the gap in the clouds allowing light to shine through, and how it provides a sense of vastness. List at least one element of art and one principle of design used in the image. The image uses the rule of thirds and depth. List one interesting fact you discovered

  Where and when was Ansel Adams born? Ansel was born on February 20, 1902 in San Francisco. Was Ansel a good student? Ansel was not a good student. How old was Ansel Adams when he first experienced Yosemite? Ansel was 14 years old when he made his first trip to Yosemite in 1916. How long did it take to get to Yosemite from San Francisco?  Today it takes about 3-4 hours. It took around 2 days. Who gave him his first camera and what was it? His first camera was a Kodak #1 Box Brownie, and was given to him by his father. Which group did Ansel Adams often hike with? Ansel hiked with the Sierra Club. To what President did Adams take his photographs (book project) in order to persuade him to support King's Canyon as a national park? Ansel attempted to persuade Franklin D. Roosevelt. What photograph is probably one of the most famous photographs in the twentieth century? Monolith the face of the half dome. He was nearing what age, when the financial security that had eluded him all his l

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Red and Green

Abstract Images that are composed of lines, shapes, values, and textures. Detailed Traditionally a more focused landscape than a "Grand Landscape" and generally uses overcast conditions to create even lighting. Grand Image with a wide view showcasing the great outdoors.

 2 Tips to Improve Land-Scape Photography: 1. Try to photograph in indirect sunlight or overcast conditions to avoid harsh lighting and high contrast in the pictures captured. Balanced lighting conditions allow for a balanced image. 2. Spend time on finding an angle that reveals all overlapping subjects and brings life to the photo using elements such as lines, texture, shape, and form.