Light

For these images, I was able to use the natural light of different times of the day to create a unique feel in my photos.  Afternoon F-Stop – f/5.6, Exposure – 1/50, ISO – 200 Sunset F-Stop – f/5.6, Exposure – 1/200, ISO – 200 Dusk F-Stop – f/5.6, Exposure – 1/5, ISO – 200

Color

Color plays a major part in photographs. In these images, I focused on contrast to make my images pop. Groovy Structure F-Stop – f/4.5, Exposure – 1/500, ISO – 100 Empty F-Stop – f/5, Exposure – 1/20, ISO – 100 The Future in a Building Mural F-Stop – f/5, Exposure – 1/125, ISO – 100…

Critique Images

These are a few of the photos I chose to feature for my photography class midterm.

SPJ moves out of shadows with new president

October 10, 2017 Taking over the Society of Professional Journalists’ (SPJ), new president Lindsay Haslett has some ideas in mind for revamping a campus organization that has primarily been absent from the conversation. by taking a more hands-on approach than in the past. “I wanted to make Point Park more encompassing [for communication students],” Haslett…

Exposure

Exposure can make or break your images, I used the histogram to create balanced, well-lit photographs. Weights F-Stop – f/5, Exposure – 1/15, ISO – 100 Despite being in a dark alleyway, I was able to get a great shot using the natural mid-day light shining down from above. Street Boots F-Stop – f/4.5, Exposure…

ISO

For these images, I utilized different ISO settings to feature texture in my subjects. Spider Eggs F-Stop – f/5.6, Exposure – 1/100, ISO – 100 Caught a glimpse of spider eggs hatching. Peeking Through the Leaves F-Stop – f/5.6, Exposure – 1/50, ISO – 200 Walking along a trail in Schenley Park, I noticed this…

Shutter Speed

Here are some photos where I utilized different shutter speeds for desired effect. Wood Plane F-Stop – f/10, Exposure – 0.6, ISO – 200 This photo shows a cherry wood slab being planed by hand, to create a smoother surface. By manipulating shutter speed, I was able to show the actual movement of the Stanley…

Aperture / Bokeh

For these photos, I was able to experiment with multiple different apertures and focal lengths. Labor Day, 2017 F-stop – f5,  Exposure – 1/500, ISO – 100 Catching the political sign peeking through the flag-holders gave me an interesting perspective of the parade in downtown Pittsburgh.  The bright afternoon sun created vivid color contrast. Cemetery…