Author Archives: Shaiwattie

Shutter Speed and Capturing Motion

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Shaiwattie

I find this photo interesting because of the red jacket that stands out, it is the first thing that caught my eye when viewing this photo. My group and I decided to photograph other students who just happened to walk … Continue reading →

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Composition and Camera Angle: Chair

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Shaiwattie

This is photo is a symmetrical composition. Achieving this was rather easy because my group members and I were able to line up the chair with the lines on the floor. I also noticed that the lights in ceiling was … Continue reading →

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Painting with Light

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Shaiwattie

This is a photo in  which painting with light is displayed. I find this photo intriguing because you can see that the subject is interactive with the green light. It almost looks like it is the green that is causing … Continue reading →

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Portrait Lighting for Mood

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Shaiwattie

This photo is shot with butterfly lighting and front light. The background is very light which usually calls for a playful expression. Event though this isn’t a very playful expression, the mood was successfully captured. I would say that the … Continue reading →

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Lillies

Posted on October 13, 2016 by Shaiwattie

Side light Extension tube Grid Light  

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Alex Webb: Exhibition

Posted on October 13, 2016 by Shaiwattie

Taking this photography class allowed for me to experience several locations throughout the city. One of these locations being Aperture which is located in Midtown, Manhattan. Aperture is a gallery which features works of well known photographers from around the … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Bridge Park

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Shaiwattie

This photo is very interesting to me because it is very expressive. I like the fact that the woman is just doing her own thing and enjoying the moment. Her surroundings are buildings and a bridge which implies that there … Continue reading →

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Midtown High View, Michael Kenna

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Shaiwattie

This photograph is taken by Michael Kenna in 2006. It is a photo of Midtown, New York City. It is a black and white photo of the Midtown buildings during the night. I think this picture defines the idea of … Continue reading →

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What makes a great photograph?

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Shaiwattie

A great photograph is when the viewer is able to interpret the photo and tell a story. They say that pictures are worth a thousand words, so being able to put words or meaning behind a photo makes it great. … Continue reading →

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