Schaefer+Ashlyn 


 * Schaefer Ashlyn- composition, focus, lighting**

What is important about focus? How do you get good focus in a digital slr photograph?
==Focus is very important to picture because it will determine the quality of the photograph and the message being portrayed. In order to get a quality shot with clear focus, it is important to not get too close to the scene or object being photographed. if you are too close to the subject, it will end up blurry and not visually appealing for the audience. ==

Explain in your own words what depth of field is and why it's important to understand when shooting photos.
==Depth of field refers to the range of distance that appears acceptably sharp in the photo. This is important to know about because the object in the picture being taken that is highlighted or being focused on will be the main idea or concept of the picture because that is what everyone's eye will be drawn to. == == What is the exposure triangle and why is it important to making quality photos? (HINT...there are 3 parts to the Triangle make sure you explain all three and how they relate to each other and making a good photo.) There are three aspects to the exposure triangle that will determine the quality of the photograph. The three parts are ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. Each of these three aspects will effect the overall exposure which is why it is important to make sure each aspect is represented equally. ISO is described as the sensitivity of the image sensor inside the camera. Aperture is the size of the window or the space that shows the image. If the size is bigger, more light gets through, making the image brighter. Shutter speed is the amount of time that the shutters of the camera are open. The longer they are open, the more light and motion comes into the image. These three parts of the triangle all need to be represented and used correctly in a picture in order to make it quality. ==

What are the 5 compositional techniques we use in photography? EXPLAIN don't just list.
==The 5 compositional techniques are pattern, symmetry, texture, depth of field, and lines. Patterns are found everywhere we look and by using pattern, it can lead to creative and striking shots. There are different types of symmetry and every picture can use a different type of symmetry. Whether there is a strong point of interest that your eye is drawn to or if is a mirrored image, it will lead to a different feeling of the shot. Texture can bring and image to life, creating a interesting image to look at. Depth of field is important to what the photographer wants to focus on and what they want the message to be. Lines can draw attention to eye and create a strong and interesting composition. ==

Which lighting techniques come from natural sources and which come from artificial? When would you use one vs another?
==Artificial and natural lighting techniques both have their pros and cons. Natural lighting is a very good technique when taking pictures, however because the sun and its position changes with time and season, the lighting is very inconstant. On the other hand, there are good types of artificial lighting that can make a quality photograph and it is a constant source. ==

In terms of lighting what kinds of light sources do you already have experience shooting photos with? Explain.
The lighting techniques that I have experienced mostly come from the sun and the outdoor natural lighting that is produced as well as indoor lighting from the everyday light bulb. I prefer the outdoor and natural lighting over indoor because it creates a more bright and vibrant feel to it as well as a better quality photo.