Final Portfolio

In the first section you will post 10-15 of your best images from the semester and provide a brief critique of each including 1 very strong element and 1 element you could improve upon. NOTE- Pick something from the Critique Guide.

In the second part you will provide an assessment of your portfolio and your work ethic.

1. Individual Image Critique

Post your 10-15 best images of the semester. All images must be in black and white although you may include a color version.

For each image discuss one strong point from the critique guide and one area you could improve upon.Please assess your work and level of success on this project in each of the 3 main critique areas. Use the critique guidelines to help you with terminology and comments, 

I feel I have ____ exceeded/ ____ met/ ____fallen short of the objective for this image because.....

2. Overall Portfolio-Semester work

Please answer the following questions about your overall work this semester  using the 1-4 scale: 

1=Not at all, 2=Somewhat, 3=Mostly, 4=Absolutely

I completed my assignments on time 1 2 3 4

I fulfilled all assignments 1 2 3 4

Made good use of class time 1 2 3 4

Used a creative approach 1 2 3 4

My pictures unique and original 1 2 3 4

My craftsmanship is excellent 1 2 3 4

My images are sharp and focused 1 2 3 4

My images are well composed 1 2 3 4

My images have good contrast and exposure 1 2 3 4

My photography sets a mood 1 2 3 4

Catch Up Day

Antique Store Pictures and 2 Critiques
Creative Expression using Text and Pictures
Ozark Square Pictures and 2 Critiques

Critique the Ozark Square Pictures

Today you will write two thorough critiques using the Critique Guide.

1. the first will be a critique of one of your pictures from the Ozark square. Include a copy of the picture with your critique.

2. The second will be a critique of one of your classmates pictures from the Ozark square. Include the picture.

Edit and Post the Ozark Square Pictures

Download, Edit, and Post the Ozark Square Pictures from the field trip.

De-saturate and Adjust Levels to get the best possible  image. 

Your pictures should include:

3 City Scenes
3 Architectural Details - either Close ups or Textures

Pick one of the pictures above and write a thorough critique in a new blog post

If you have good shots of any of the following then you should post them also
Shadows
reflections
People - Environmental portraits
Animals
Plants or Nature

Text and Pictures - Make 3 Images Using Your Creative Expression

Using your skills and imagination, create 3 images that shows your expressive side. You can use any photo or collage of photos that you have taken, use color or black and white, filters, layers...it's up to you.

Make your images 11x 14 inches and 150 resolution.

Use the text tool to add a quote, poetry, song lyric, or personal statement to your picture.

Imagine that your piece might be used for a magazine, card or poster.

Have fun.

Critique the Antique Store Photos

Today you will write two thorough critiques using the Critique Guide.

1. the first will be a critique of one of your pictures from the Antique store. Include a copy of the picture with your critique.

2. The second will be a critique of one of your classmates pictures from the antique store. Include the picture.

Edit and Upload Your Antique Store Pictures

Edit and Post the Antique Store Photos from the field trip.

Crop, De-saturate and adjust Levels to get the best possible  image. 

All photos must be in Black and White. You may upload color pictures, but there must also be a Black and White version.

Your uploaded pictures should include :

• 3 Still Life including at least 1 with a definite Focal Point and at least 1 that includes Repetition of the Elements
• 3  Details - either Close ups or Textures
• 3-5 additional pictures of your choice from the field trip

Pick one of the pictures above and write a thorough critique in a new blog post

Work Now Due - Catch Up Day

GreenHouse Pictures
Retouching Using the Clone-Stamp Tool
Add and Remove Object for A Photo You have taken
Create a Collage in Photoshop
Photo Ethics