Summer Photography

Stuff and Nonsense with Madison

Camera Settings

Black and White

Ansel Adams

Ansel Adams is a famous photographer, originally from San Francisco, California. He was inherently shy and had trouble fitting in at school, causing him to be tutored by his father at home until he earned a "legitimizing diploma", the equivalent of completing eighth grade. The next step in his education was the pursuit of music. He was very passionate about it, initially intending it to be his profession. He also had an interest in nature. He enjoyed hiking and exploring different habitats. This would come into his photography, as the majority of his photography centered around nature. His first visualized photograph, monolith, the Face of Half Dome, was taken in 1927.  for much of his life he struggled financially, but he would eventually attain a high standing in the photography world, bringing himself financial stability and artistic recognition.

I chose this photo because of the feeling of awe it gives me. The contrast between the white of the snow on the mountain and the dark cloud above creates visual interest. The lighting and the clarity of the horizon give the whole photo a surreal and beautiful ambiance.

Panorama

Found Panorama

I chose this photo because I like the way it portrays the vastness of New York City. The panorama gives a lot of depth to the photo and a different perspective.

This photo drew my attention because of the contrast between the movement of the buses and the stationary state of the buildings. I also love the color of the sky.

Found Faces Story

             Hello. My name is Jimmie MacDonald. Raised by turtles, I lived a slow early life, but eventually I grew into my full potential, finding employment as an esteemed fry chef. I work in a highly regarded restaurant named Fish of the Land, not to be confused with our competitor Chicken of the Sea. I am the supervising fry chef, and oversee three other employees.  I love my job, and fries.
             I also love my family; my wife Betty and our hatchlings. I enjoy spending my time inventing new fry seasonings and improving my skills in the hope that one day I will own my own fry shop. I envision it as a small upper class dining option, with fries in every shape,size, and flavor. I also harbor the hidden talent of  singing opera. I won third place at the International Waters Opera Competition in my youth, but the world is almost entirely unaware of my performing abilities. For the most part this is a complete summary of my life. Its been a pleasure to share my story with you!

Found Faces

Composition Aspects

Converging Lines

Diagonal Lines

Different Angle

Filling the Frame

Framing the Photo

Horizontal Lines

Rule of Thirds

Vertical Lines

Composition Project

Converging Lines

Diagonal Lines

Filling the Frame

Framing the Photo

Horizontal Lines

Different Perspective

Rule of Thirds

Vertical Lines