Fashion

1) Lips were enlarged, neck was elongated, eyes brought down, shoulders brought down, cheeks brought in, eyes widened, cheekbones were also elongated.

2) This is more appealing but not necessary. And maybe I only say this because I've loved the fashion world for so long and already new they did this.

3) For me not so much but for a lot of people yes.

4) I would say that the make up and hair is acceptable but all the changes on the computer are not necessary.

5) This difference between fashion photography is that there are always computer alterations to the photograph but with photojournalism all that is used is a camera and that exact moment.

6) Fashion photography is not related to reality at all and that's what makes it so fun it's acting. But the way it's advertised makes everyone ethically feel self aware to the point of over reacting. With photojournalism this on the other hand is totally related to reality because everything stays the same as it was in the exact moment the shutter closes and captures it. This just makes people happy and realize the joy or sadness in life.

Lytro

1) Whatever is not in focus when you click on that area of the photo the unfocused image becomes focused and then what was in focus will then be unfocused.

2) It's touchscreen and the backlit display lets you compose, review, and refocus your photos.

3) The Lytro camera now gives you more control over the light in the scene with the addition of Manual Controls. Set shutter speed and ISO through simple access of the controls from the camera's touchscreen. USe Manual Controls to capture pictures like light paining shots with dramatic refocus and living pictures in motion. The ISo range is 80 min. to 3200 max., and the minimum shutter speed is 1/250. You can also lock exposure and control the ND filter.


4) I would say it is worth paying a little more than $399 for as a photographer because this new technology is really hard to find and it seems really useful and easy to use. But around the holidays you might not want to buy something so expensive with all the other gifts there is to buy for more people.

Rules of Photography Part 2

3 Tips that help with Portraits

1- "Think about your motivation and emotions: Blankly staring at the camera rarely gets good results. Be silly, don’t be afraid to over-act. The worst that can happen is that you fill up your memory card with useless photos; but you might also find yourself with a proper gold-nugget of a self portrait."

Read more at http://www.pixiq.com/article/self-portraits#xuWCbYFbrktHkIyL.99

2-
"Anticipating Behavior
An important element in people photography is knowing your subjects well enough to be able to anticipate what they are going to do. It's the only way you are going to be able to get pictures of it. If you wait until you see it, it's too late. The key is to watch people carefully. Always have your camera ready. If you're going to be shooting in one situation, set the aperture and shutter speed in advance so you don't have to fiddle with them while you're shooting. Watch people through the viewfinder. If you're paying attention, you'll sense what's about to happen."

3-"There are several ways to approach self-portraits. One way is to frame an interesting composition and then, with your compact camera mounted on a tripod or another means of support, use the self-timer (if your camera has one) to trip the shutter after you get into position in front of the lens. Just remember that a self-timer will give you a very limited amount of time to get in position (usually 10 seconds). It helps if you can get a friend to be a stand-in until you can be there, or mark your spot with tape or chalk."

I like this photo because It looks like the photo I would take because I love dancing. And I love how the photographer used the lines in the window seals to lead up to the subject.

I love this photo because of the unfocused part of it. It gives a sense of curiousity and wonder of what is behind all the unfocused material.

This photo is so unique with the fogged rain makes the person look so mysterious. And its in black and white.

This casual portrait is so beautiful with the rule of thirds and colors and of course the wonderful kiss.

My Portrait

The photo I will take will be of my sister if she decides to participate. And she will be on her drums or piano. Where she will be wearing a little eyeliner, and blush. I'm thinking of having a single light on her and I really want to put glitter or something that will move on her instrument when she plays. This photo will take perfect timing. This photo will either be taken in the garage where my sisters drum set is or in the living room where the piano is. I hope to make this photo successful by having a dark background using simplicity, shooting the photos in different positions, and If I use the piano I would use lines. I will need to buy glitter or some kind of material like it. And the toughest thing will be to get my sister to wear makeup.