RIP. MARY ELLEN MARK

Look & Read about her. CLICK HERE.

Her 1983 photo essay about Seattle youth. CLICK HERE.

PHOTO ESSAYS

Dogs.

Time. CLICK HERE.

James Nachtwey in Nepal 2015. CLICK HERE.

CAPTIONS

WRITING A CAPTION:
How to write a caption. CLICK HERE.

PHOTOS TO INCLUDE:

By including a variety of types of photos in your essay, you will ensure that it is both interesting and informative. The following types of photos, presented together, can create a successful photo essay. Not only is it important to choose powerful photos, but also to present them in an effective order. While the order of some photos (e.g. the lead photo, and the clincher) is set, the order of most types of photos in your essay is your preference.

The Lead Photo: Similar to the first two sentences of a newspaper article, your lead photo should effectively draw in your audience. This is usually the most difficult photo to choose and should follow the theme of your essay. It could be an emotional portrait or an action shot, but ultimately it should provoke the curiosity of the viewer.

The Scene: Your second photo should set the stage and describe the scene of your story. An overarching photo taken with a wide angle lens is often effective.

The Portraits: Your photo essay should include at least one portrait. Capturing an emotional expression or telling action shot can effectively humanize your story. These photos often evoke strong emotions and empathy in the viewer (whether it is a positive and enthusiastic emotion, or a sympathetic and concerned emotion.)

The Detail Photos: Detail photos focus in on one element, be it a building, a face, or a relevant object. These photos are your best opportunity to capture specific objects. The captions of these photos should be informative and educational.

The Close-up Photos: Similarly, close-up photos provide an opportunity to focus in on specific objects. These photos are tightly cropped, simple shots that present a specific element of your story. Again, this is an excellent opportunity to present information in the caption.

The Signature Photo: The signature photo summarizes the situation and captures the key elements of your story in a telling moment.

The Clincher Photo: The final photo, the clincher, should evoke the emotion you want the viewer to walk away with, be it a feeling of hope, inspiration, or sadness. Decide on this mood before you select this photo.

GIFS...for inspiration!

This Is Colossal. CLICK HERE.
Rrrrrrrrroll.tumblr.com. CLICK HERE.

PROJECT #15: CINEMAGRAPHS (OK, "gif" if you must)

How to. CLICK HERE.

Romain Laurent. CLICK HERE.
San Francisco. CLICK HERE.
Architecture. CLICK HERE.
OOH! And look here. CLICK HERE.
Saatchi Gallery Motion Photography Prize. CLICK HERE.
Subtle motion. CLICK HERE.
Time. CLICK HERE.

 

PROJECT #14: SHADOWPLAY, Pt. 2 (The Golden Hours)

CLICK HERE.
Golden Hour APP. CLICK HERE.
Golden Hour WEBSITE. CLICK HERE.
Read this. CLICK HERE.

MAY DAY QUIZ: I'm Not There.

QUIZ DIRECTIONS

1. Look at the following photos & sites.

2. Deduce how - photographing and then using Photoshop - you can create the same sort of final image.

3. Grab a pass from the front table.

4. Go outside.

5. Make the images.

6. Use Photoshop to make the final image.

7. Post TWO (or more) unique final images.

Pol Ubeda's site. CLICK HERE.

PROJECT #14: SHADOWPLAY - Exaggerate and dramatize the shadow.

DIRECTIONS: 

1. Make 24+ photos of exaggerated &/or dramatic shadow.

NOTE: It is OK not to have the actual object/person in fully in the composition.

2. Develop to B/W, and adjust EXPOSURE/BRIGHT/CONTRAST as necessary.

3. Post 24+ to your blog.

HW: 

An additional 12+ exaggerated &/or dramatic shadow for Friday.