TO DO - Wednesday, Nov. 27

Please complete any missing work first.

Artist statements should be complete and in the drive. 40 correct lighting images should be saved, and final 2 in the finals folder.

Then, check out this slideshow:

SKETCHBOOKS - Due Wednesday - Saved in Google Drive
40 images due 12/10
Final image - due 12/13

Social msg 2015 from Kara Wilson Smith

Visit http://www.expressionschallenge.com for contest details.
SLIDESHOW DEADLINES ARE NOT ACCURATE 

Lighting Critique

Bellringer:
Log into a computer and project 1 of your LIGHTING final images.

Objective: Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work. To analyze and interpret a piece of art.

1. Complete Rubric
2. TAG process
3. BIG critique

TAG:

1. Start the process by writing the word “TAG” down the left side of a sticky note. Please, write your name on the back of the sticky notes.
2. Music will play as you walk around the room, viewing the landscape photos on the computers.
3. When the music stops, you will sit down at the closest artwork, being sure to not choose your own.
4. Complete the TAG on your post-it note, leave for the artist.
TAG is short for:
T – Tell the artist something you like.

A – Ask the artist a question.

G – Give the artist a suggestion.

The BIG critique -

We will come back together as a whole. You will share about one work that resonated with you around the room. If your photograph is chosen, you will speak next.

TAKE BETTER PHOTOS

Camera Basics

Landscape critique

Bellringer:
Log into a computer and project 1 of your landscape final images.

Objective: To analyze and interpret a piece of art.

TAG process followed by the BIG critique.

TAG:

1. Start the process by writing the word “TAG” down the left side of a sticky note. Please, write your name on the back of the sticky notes.
2. Music will play as you walk around the room, viewing the landscape photos on the computers.
3. When the music stops, you will sit down at the closest artwork, being sure to not choose your own.
4. Complete the TAG on your post-it note, leave for the artist. 

TAG is short for:
T – Tell the artist something you like.
A – Ask the artist a question.
G – Give the artist a suggestion.

The BIG critique -
We will come back together as a whole. You will share about one work that resonated with you around the room. If your photograph is chosen, you will speak next.

REMINDER -
Lighting assignment and artist statements are due Monday! Critique TUESDAY
Bring a few objects to photograph in class this week - we'll set up small studio boxes. 

Lighting tips...here you go!

Bad lighting - how to correct?

and

Avoid these 9 beginner photo mistakes that can ruin your photographs

Lighting

Lighting can make or break the quality and mood of your photograph.  See the presentation below for tips, directions and due dates on your next weekly photo assignment.

40 images - Due Nov. 22 

Final Images/Artist statement - Due Monday Nov. 25

Critique - November 26

Lighting from Kara Smith shared from SLIDESHARE

EXIT SLIP - 
3 things you learned
2 questions you have
1 thing that WOWED you! 

Landscape critique

Purpose: To critique, analyze and reflect on the landscape assignment and work produced.
Tasks: You're going to walk around and look at the work presented in the class...gallery walk. When the music stops, you'll answer the following questions with a partner.

1. What techniques can you find in the images in front of you? Was the photographer successful using these techniques? How so?

2. Do you like the work as a triptych or would it be better standing alone? Why? Do you like the layout of the images? Why or why not?

3. How could the photographer improve these shots?

4. Find your favorite triptych, take it to your seat. Photo praise. Why do you like it? 

Composition technique

Objective: to critique and analyze a work of art. 

Find your photos, put name on back, get into a group of 4!

CRITIQUE: 

Explain your photos - 

- why you chose this subject

- composition technique you used

- successful - why or why not? 

TAG Peer Review

Tell the artist something you like. 

Ask the artist a question

Give the artist a suggestion. 

Share with the class.