Final Exam

4. 

I define this photo as the one that really changed my scope of photography. Not only do I consider this my best picture, I realized that the more work and thought that I put into my photo, the better the outcome. Since then, I have developed clear definitions and visions for my works before going out and shooting them. I was transformed as a photographer as from then on I began to plan out and think deeply about what I wanted to capture and how I wanted to do it. In this photo, for example, I wanted to use leading lines to form an imagery of highlights spreading out from a point of convergence. I realized the power of the camera as well as camera editing tools, essentially how little details such as angle, contrast, composition can induce such a significant effect on the outcome.

5. Whereas shape and form both use aspects of geometric figures, in the world of photography in the Elements of Art, there is an important difference between the two. Shapes define the use of two-dimensional objects, as if represented on a plane system, while form defines the use of three-dimensional objects in with width, length, and height. Squares and circles fall under the shape element while cubes and spheres fit under form.

Element of SHAPE           vs           Element of FORM

6. Repetition consists of a single object, symbol, or entity being repeated through a photo often for an intended purpose. Pattern, on the other hand, consists of an arrangement of objects or elements used in a recurring and regular pattern.

Repetition            vs            Pattern

7. Here is my About Me page on Weebly. I was inspired by Piotr Kulczycki. His about me page can be found on his website under the drop-down menu at the top left. 

8. 1) First Commercial Shoot

    2) Spring Expo Presentation

    3) Final Project

I would consider my Spring Expo project to be the best. Relay for Life truly inspired me to take pictures of an event that had a lasting impression on me. My goal was to capture the emotions and atmosphere of such a beneficial event that benefits millions every year. Each photo I took had a purpose as I wanted my viewer to actually learn something important and new. This was my third RFL, but this time, with photography, I paid more close attention to the people here and utilized the ability to share my work to possibly inspire and teach others something that I was passionate about. What I really saw differently with doing this project was the merging of photography and basically life. 

Final Project Photos

http://jluophotography.weebly.com/blog/final-project

Student Website Reviews

Period 1: Rudy Estrada's  best photo is in his garden section. This photo includes five well placed and balanced logs with a blue bolded streak down the middle. The photo looks balanced and the tilt of the camera along with a close bush on the left adds a nice sense of naturalism to the picture.

Period 2: Rashi Ambashta's best photo is the one of Chris Kwok's with heavy emotion on his face. This is the photo on the bottom left of the five photos listed under "My Five Photos." The contrast between the subject's entire head and shoulders is very clear and defined, especially in front of the smart use of a completely white background. It also takes skill to express such an extreme emotion for a photo.

Period 3: Jasmit Tamber's second to last photo is done quite well. Although the story was flawed and some details inaccurate, the gist of it is close enough. The photo is clear, and matches the mood of the story.

Presentation Projects (Spring Expo)

Relay For Life has inspired me as I participated in this international movement for a cancer cure. I shot and created a photo story to capture the activities and positivity of such an amazing and beneficial event.

Relay For Life is an overnight 24-hour event to raise money for cancer research. Cancer is something that makes many feel helpless, especially young students. Many believe they lack the ability to make a difference. My pictures aim to show what goes on at these events and how young students such as those at Mission really contribute to impact millions of lives by raising tens of thousands of dollars to support American Cancer Society. I show a first-hand primary account of what goes on at these events.
 www.relayforlife.org

http://jluophotography.weebly.com/blog/presentation-projects-spring-expo

Students arrive early in the morning to begin registering for the event and setting up campsites and booths. Throughout the day, camps and their booths will be selling items and running activities to raise funds for American Cancer Society. These funds are only a portion of the months of preparation and fundraising that went into supporting this program.

Two students are discussing and honing their MC skills in preparation for a rap battle later in the night against a formidable and skillful opponent. These musical and lyrical competitions are just one of the many activities that students engage in throughout the 24 hours of the event to pass the time and enjoy each others' friendship and company.

While many are here to enjoy a community-wide event of fun and games, they do not forget why they are committed to such an event: to support cancer research and those affected by cancer, directly or indirectly. The theme of the event is like many others, Walk for a Cure. Students take shifts to support the true meaning of the event by walking laps around the MSJ track. Through thick and thin, warm or blistering cold, students walked. In fact, in the 24-hour span of the event, an abundance of walkers was a constant presence on the track.

When the shift is over, students return to a field full of various activities and endless fun. From sports to board games and from homework to catching up on sleep, there was more than enough to do when participants were not walking. Here, students line up in an organized fashion to play catch with a football. Students have the opportunity to spend time with friends and make new ones.

By the following morning, with less than 2 hours left on the clock, students began packing up and preparing for the closing ceremony. Some students are still walking, others are throwing frisbees and footballs, and still many others, such as this student, are packing up their tents, tables, and canopies.There is a strong feeling of accomplishment within many of the relayers, and they will seek to strive for even higher goals next year.

First Commercial Shoot

Group: Jonathan Luo, Jason Yu, Isaac Hong

By Jason Yu

By Jonathan Luo

By Isaac Hong

By Isaac Hong

by Jason Yu






Bonus:

by Jonathan Luo

Triptych

 

 Photoshop: Blending effects, Decreased opacity, Liquification

Camera Raw: Increased contrast, vibrance, saturation

Decreased clarity, brightness, temperature

Best Picture

Five photographers:

1. http://www.worldinmylens.com/ (information found under the "About Me" tab)
2. http://www.ryanedy.com/about
3. http://davehillphoto.com/contact/ (contains "about" information about Dave Hill)
4. http://mareenfischinger.com/info/
5. http://www.caitlinworthington.com/contact (contact + about the photographer)