PH323: W5A2: Set Up



Discussion Assignment 
Assignment 2: Final Project
Assignment Overview
Now that you know how versatile you can be within your chosen environment and know the full range and use of your equipment within that space, photograph the final component of your final project.
Assignment Description
For this last shoot you will need to produce two portraits that show the subject in one location with two different lighting, angle, or emotional connotations. What needs to change is the camera, light, background relationship, and the subject expression.
Assignment Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Depending on the feedback you received from your W5A1, you may need to scout another location to shoot this assignment. If you were given the "green light" on your location for W5A1, you can shoot this assignment in the same location.  Either way, be sure to note the conceptual and technical concerns associated with shooting in full sunlight.
  2. Photograph your subject in your chosen location.
    1. Model: New or the Same Model from W5A1; age appropriate for your sub-genre. Note: avoid shooting your W5A1 and W5A2 back to back so you can hear feedback and learn where you need to improve from your W5A1.
    2. Lighting Gear: Key light, Fill Light, + Hair Light
      1. Light Ratio: 2:1 Light Ratio
      2. Light Style + Accessories: You will capture soft lighting and are asked to use 2 soft-boxes for your key and fill light; use a grid on your strobe for a hair light to better direct the light.
      3. Images: 20 Test Photographs + wide-angle image clearly showing lighting scheme in relation to where model was positioned + use of handheld light meter
      4. Adjust your focal length throughout the shot; push your composition; stylize your shoot; consider what outfit or props you may need to "match" your chosen location; avoid distracting elements behind your model that could pull the viewers eyes away from the model.

        Note: any improvements that you were asked to make during W5A1 should clearly be noticed in your W5A2.
    3. Choose two marketable (top) portraits of your subject in that location with a 2:1 light ratio under soft light.  These two portraits should clearly show that they were shot from a different angle and capture different emotional connotations. 
    4. Create a contact sheet according to course standards; include the 20 images, the wide-angle image showing a 3 light scheme, and the image of the handheld light meter in use. Submit contact sheet as a PDF and save file as "PH323_W5A2_Last Name_FirstInitial_contact.PDF" 
    5. Submit your two top images as JPEGs and save file as "PH323_W5A2_Last Name_FirstInitial_top shots.JPG". 
    6. Write a 250-word explanation depicting the photographic process and how this portrait fits into your selected genre of portrait photography; type essay directly into the discussion thread. 
  3. By Week 6, Day 1, (extension given from May 3) combine two portraits of your subject, a contact sheet containing all photographs at least 20 images from this shoot named PH323_W5_A2_lastname_firstinitial_contactsheet.pdf, and the 250-word write up in a zip file named PH323_W5_A2_lastname_firstinitial.zip to the Discussion Area. Ensure to include exposure information and number the images.
  4. By Week 6, Day 1, comment and respond to at least two of your peers' submissions.
Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Submitted two marketable portraits of a subject in one location that has two different lighting, angle, or emotional connotations that:
  • Have correct exposure and demonstrate technical knowledge of camera and lighting control.
  • Exhibit creativity with angles and composition (moving camera and subject frequently to explore the angles).
  • Show attention to composition and design elements.
  • Follow instructions and requirements for assignment.
50
Provided a 250-word production document that depicts the photographic methodology of the shoot and a brief statement about the target market.
10
Provided substantive feedback to at least two peers. Commented on the composition, subject, and lighting decisions in their photographs.
10
Total:
70
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