The Unexpected
This blog is a part of my developmental folio for Studio Art. My theme is 'The Unexpected'. If you'd like to see the posts I've made ordered in dates: http://freyanic.tumblr.com/archive
-
A. This label is really peculiar but clever.
B. I really like how the designers of this label have added the sticker at the top, this is a thoughtful addition to an already witty design.
C. Unlike the other label designs there is no obvious link to wine or alcohol. Despite this I really like the nostalgic feel of the illustrations and this is the link to my theme “out of the ordinary”
D. This is my favourite design. It is really eye catching yet simple. I love portraits and this is an extremely clever and different way to display them. The 3D aspect of the canvas seems to bring these photos to life.
E. This design is really interesting. Though the asthetic qualities do not particularly stand out, the idea is really grabbing.
- "Ten green bottles standing on the wall, ten green bottles standing on the wall and if one green bottle should accidentally fall, there’ll be nine green bottles standing on the wall"
-
Wine Bottles
After researching many different wine label and bottle designs I have decided that a wine bottle may be a good canvas for my photography, collage and typography work. I will post some of my favourite designs soon.
-
As in “500 days of summer”, this film “Strange than fiction” also has a narrator. This reminds me of children’s books and has an interesting effect. The main character is very peculiar. He is dull and ordinary but manages to find himself in extraordinary circumstances.
-
[500 days] of summer annotation
This is trailer shows many techniques that may inspire my final piece. .22s shows fast motion filming, with jump cuts. Jump cuts are evident when the subject (character) appears to be ‘jumping’ abruptly and quite frequently. This alters the viewers sense of time. This technique is good as it can show important events or can emphasize how something changes over time. This can be done in an interesting way because it is often used with music. .40s (shown throughout the trailer) shows letter form incorporated in film. I would be interested in including this as I enjoy typography and think it could add an original element which would add to the audiences interest. .47s weather can influence the films mood. In this shot rain is used to evoke comfort, mundaneness and sadness. 1.04 shows very talented use of natural lighting. I feel prefer natural lighting as opposed to unnatural. I find it is far more comfortable and soft.
http://www.awntv.com/videos/500-days-of-summer-sundance-trailer
-
This is another trial. In doing this I have become more confident with using Photoshops text.
-
Original photo
-
My first photoshop trial.
- I learnt how to save the image as a JPEG (so it can be read without Photoshop)
- Experimented with colour -changing the levels of contrast, exposure, shade, and tone
- Added a part of another photo into this photo (the text from the photo shown above this photo)
- Learnt how to manipulate images (text)
At the moment I am just orientating myself with the program, I have no intention of creating any finals that look like this.
*own work
-
Original
*own work
-
Locations
Riversdale Rd
This is a good location because it is open and bright. This would be a perfect location for taking photos which have the main focus as the subject. Another positive aspect about Riversdale St. Is that it has the road close by. It could be interesting to place people along this bright, open, country-side style stretch of road with various costumes such as Indians, or people with fairy style masks and long flowing dresses. Though this is not a good location for close ups or to show detail
Features
- Two buildings
- Road
River
If shooting here, close ups would probably look best. If not, contrasting colours would be important to ensure the subject stood out from the mainly green surroundings. It seems like a really good place for an overgrown “Alice in Wonderland” style shot.
This location can be dark, lighting issues would have to be overcome. The photos may end up looking too busy. Too much detail in the back ground and the subject could cause this.
Features
- Bridge
- Railing
- Logs
- Overgrowth
- A path
Fyansford
Similar to the river. Lighting issues may be a problem. This is better than the river though as it has more variation. The overgrown steps are very appealing and interesting.
Features
- Steps
- Separated Bridge
- Overgrowth
-
Location A. Riversdale Rd
Location B. Pakington St
Location C. River
*own work
-
Location D Fyansford
*own work
-
Manual Trial A.
I think i’ve done well for my first manual photograph. I could have zoomed in closer on the face.
F-Stop value- f/4.5
Exposure Time- 1/10 sec
ISO Speed- 400
This exposure time, also known as shutter speed, should usually be shorter. (usually 1/200)
For this shutter speed you would usually use a tripod. Though it hasn’t affected my photo this time, next time I’m using a slow shutter speed such as 1/10 I will use a tripod
Manual Trial B.
This photo isn’t as good as the first as it’s requires more focusing. This may have been because I was in a rush, and didn’t take enough time or because, again I accidentally used an exposure time that is too slow and needs a tripod. Unlike my first trial though, it does not require cropping which is a good point.
F stop- f/10
Exposure Time- 1/50 sec
ISO speed- 1000
Cropped Manual Trial A.
Cropping this shot makes for a far better composition.
*own work
-
Found Items
The found items I have shown below, including keys, tea pots and bird cages would all be interesting items to incorporate into my set up photography pieces. I will develop this idea later on.
-
As with the tea pots, keys are another found item that can vary drastically. I would love to include old keys in my set-up (temporary installation art) photography.
