Digital Photography & Imaging - Week 2
Week 2 - 30/09/2024 - 06/10/2024
Ye YingYing / 0364398
Digital Photography & Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media / Taylor's University
The Rule of Thirds is a way to:
- Use composition techniques that are in line with what’s naturally pleasing to the eye.
- Creatively use negative space.
- Create a conversation between the subject and background.
# Golden Ratio
This week, I started by cutting out the elements I needed from magazines. I decided on a red and black color scheme, aiming to create a mysterious, luxurious, and classic vibe.
After preparing my elements, I began experimenting with different compositions.
This was my first attempt, but my lecturer provided some valuable feedback. He advised against using elements with clear branding, as the focus shouldn’t be on advertisement or commercial themes.
Ye YingYing / 0364398
Digital Photography & Imaging / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media / Taylor's University
Important Reminders To Self
All works submitted via Google Classroom
The working process is documented in the Blog Weekly
Set up personal blogspot and Pinterest board
- Finish the 3 compositions of the collage, and upload it on Google Classroom.
- Bring glue on week 3
LECTURE
- Introduction To Composition -
1. Focal Point
A key element to any good composition is a strong focal point. It helps guide viewers' eyes to the key elements of your design first.
2. Scale & Hierarchy
Scale is often used to help hierarchy by directing attention to specific elements, indicating their importance in the design.
3. Balance
A useful way to master asymmetrical balance is to imagine each element having its own 'weight.' Smaller objects 'weigh' less than larger ones, while textured elements 'weigh' more than flat-colored ones.
4. White Space
White space, or "empty space," balances the main focus of a composition. It helps your design feel clearer and less crowded, allowing elements to breathe.
# Rule of Thirds
The Rule of Thirds divides an image into thirds with two horizontal and two vertical lines, creating nine sections and four intersection points. Placing key elements at these points makes the image feel more natural. It’s also recommended to align the horizon along either the top or bottom horizontal line.
The Rule of Thirds is a way to:
- Use composition techniques that are in line with what’s naturally pleasing to the eye.
- Creatively use negative space.
- Create a conversation between the subject and background.
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| Figure 2.01 - Lec note Pg.9 |
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| Figure 2.02 - Lec note Pg.10 |
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| Figure 2.03 - Lec note Pg.17 |
The Golden Ratio is a mathematical ratio often found in nature. In design, it creates organic, natural-looking compositions that are visually pleasing.
In design, the Golden Ratio enhances aesthetics by promoting beauty through harmony and proportion. It’s a helpful guideline for setting layout dimensions, often used with a simple 1:1.618 ratio to achieve balanced, artistic compositions.
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| Figure 2.04 - Lec note Pg.23 |
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| Figure 2.05 - Lec note Pg.26 |
# Composition [Framing & Cropping]
1. Single
- Features one character alone in a frame for primary.
- Clean single: no other character is visible in the frame. It's best to use when you want to go a character isolation.
- Dirty single: includes a limited presence from another character in the frame.
2. Two shot
- Both faces must be clearly visible, and it is all about creating a visual relationship between two characters.
3. Three shot
4. Four shot
5. Five shot
6. Crows shot
- No matter how many characters you include in a single frame, you are creating a relationship between them
7. Over the shoulder (OTS)
- The most common and useful way of converting a conversation.
- Often only focusing on one character at a time.
- Get perspectives from both sides, and a sense of that audiences are included in the same moment.
8. Point of view (POV)
- Can cover a wide range of perspectives.
- Always paired with POV audio.
9. Insert Shot
- Going extremely tight to the details.
- Frame the important information.
- Can combine with POV shot
PRACTICAL & TUTORIAL
Working Process
This week, I started by cutting out the elements I needed from magazines. I decided on a red and black color scheme, aiming to create a mysterious, luxurious, and classic vibe.
Figure 2.06 - Red and black elements
After preparing my elements, I began experimenting with different compositions.
This was my first attempt, but my lecturer provided some valuable feedback. He advised against using elements with clear branding, as the focus shouldn’t be on advertisement or commercial themes.
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| Figure 2.07 - First attempt He also suggested keeping the composition simple, with only a few layers, rather than overcrowding it with too many elements. Taking his advice in my mind, I went on to explore three different compositions, each with a simpler approach. |
Finalization
After showing my three different compositions to Mr. Fauzi, ad he chose the one with upside-down hands and gave me some suggestions on the placements of the elements, which shows a better flow in the frame.
And I also added three new red elements, which enhance the luxury feel of the artwork.
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| Figure 2.11 - Final composition |
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| Figure 2.12 - Leading lines within the artwork |
I focused on using leading lines to guide the viewer’s eye through the frame, establishing a structured visual flow.
The red line
forms a circle and acts as the primary path, integrating elements from both the background and foreground, creating a smooth connection. This line draws attention from the bottom upward and connects key elements sequentially.
The yellow line
emphasizes the directional flow across the middle section.
The green line
directs attention to specific details, creating a harmonious progression.
This technique enhances the depth and impact of the composition, ensuring clarity and engagement. The different line placements ensured the composition felt balanced and purposeful.
Project Briefing
Project 1 - 20% - Individual
Timeframe: Week 01 - Week 06
Deadline: Week 06
1. Physical Collage Design (10%)
- Create a themed collage with layers of images, applying design principles and composition fundamentals.
2. Digital Imaging (10%)
- Compost different images into one final output by using Adobe Photoshop. (2x exercise)
Requirements
- Submit progress updates weekly
- Capture screenshots to show step-by-step progression (at least 10 steps) in creating the artwork in Photoshop
- Compile the images, screenshots, and descriptions of each step in a PDF
Submission
- Digitally through Google Classroom
Examples
Project 1A/ Physical collage: https://vimeo.com/414625801
Project 1B/ Digital Imaging Exercise 1: https://youtu.be/b6XqlUP-MUA
Digital Imaging Exercise 2: https://youtu.be/DeGpKh6pMfk
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