Author Archives: Maxine Miller

As a child I have always been enthralled with photography. For this reason, I am happy that I have gotten the chance to explore a photographers world-finally having the chance to be behind the camera. It truly amazing how the camera lens was invented based on the human eye. Unbeknownst to us, our eyes focuses just like the lens of the camera; no wonder why this invention was created. During these past months I’ve learned various lighting techniques; which was a lot of fun. Additionally, I was blown away by how we can make our bodies look like cartoon characters. Have you ever seen something that you were trying to decipher and you kept saying to yourself, “How did they do that?” Well, thats exactly what I used to say. Similarly, when I went home my children were saying the same to me. I am happy that I’ve manipulated those techniques, because I was able to let my children know how it was done. In the future, I would like to have my own photography studio which is why I am elated that Ive learned all these new techniques.

This new style of new style of photographic effects was interesting. The subjects had to look directly into the camera while having fun. With this style ours head look enormous, on the other hand, our feet look minute compare to our heads. It was rather funny to see ourselves in this caricature style.

This is an idealistic portrait because it shows the key triangle. In addition, it is effective because the model is looking directly into the lens of the camera making it a strong image. The emotion that the model portray is confidence.

This image captures the essence of its reflection. It is captivating and alluring. It depicts a mirror image brilliantly.

I am very passionate about this image, because it reminds me of the Medival Ages. If one looks at this image they will not be able to tell that its a tombstone in Greenwood Cemetery, because it posesses classical antiquity.

Priceless

The antiquated process in which daguerreotypes were made is truly remarkable. Daguerreotypes were made in an intricated way. In 1837, the daguerreotype was the first successful photographic procedure. In this primitive process the photographer makes the image in the camera by use of a copper plate. The copper plate is coated with silver iodide, then, it is exposed to light in a camera, then fumed it is with mercury vapour and at this time it is placed in salt. Inconcievably, a permanent image is formed. The exterior of a daguerreotype is like a mirror, with the image made directly on the silvered surface. Because of it’s fragility it can be rubbed off by using one’s finger.

Taking a trip to BHS was a wonderful experience. I didnt realized that we’ve come such a long way in photograhy. In the past, photograhers used ominious solutions like mercury to produce memories. Now, we use less harmful medias such as film and media cards – Eventhough film is becoming obsolete. Ingenuity has reached its pivotal point. Today, with just a click from our phones we can capture our priceless memories. In the past, only the affluent could afford daguerreotypes. However, even the lower class can enjoy embracing their precious memories nowadays.