Photography Level 1 by https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1 Emma's Portfolio en-us 2023-01-28 13:27:31 UTC 2026-03-02 17:39:28 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4f8.png Photography experience emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2459794168 I've very little experience of professional photography. I get excited by every opportunity to capture a moment, 9/10 through my Huawei doing all of the work for me. Sometimes the first take is the photo I'm most happy with, and sometimes I don't appreciate the beauty of a photo until later. By taking the photo authentically and with applied knowledge and skill, I'd like to think that feeling would be experienced on a much greater scale. 

It's also another medium of story telling. When travelling, I was drawn to both sketching moments and taking photographs - this by large made the content of my diary for the year I spent away, and I never get bored on viewing. ]]> 2023-01-28 13:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2459794168 Photography equipment emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2462063983 Camera: I'm working with a DSLR - Nikon D7000, with a DX 18-70mm. 

Memory Card: There's an array of memory card types. One of the most common is the SD, which my camera uses and there are two slots to expand storage capabilities on the device and allowing one card to be used as a back up. 

Battery: The battery compartment is located on the base of the camera body, the charged battery is inserted to align with the pins. The battery is charged using an external Nikon battery charger. ]]> 2023-01-30 20:29:40 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2462063983 First insights emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2462098504 Some differences between the different camera types, and the benefits of each.

Setting the mode dial to manual, rather than auto. Familiarising with the anatomy of the camera, discovering the exposure indicator in viewfinder and how to capture a photo by changing the position of the tilt indicator.

Learning some of the language for each body part e.g., body cap and shutter release.

RAW files which contain everything (and are therefore bigger files) they allow for editing and don't lose the high quality image. I'll be using RAW image format, this allows me to adjust white balance setting on my computer after shooting.

Some take away info:

  • ISO and White Balance

  1. ISO
ISO is the setting which will brighten or darken a photo. Higher the ISO, the brighter the photo. This can compound the photo and cause noise (grain) if ISO is too high. Images, instead, can be brightened through longer shutter speed.
 
 2. White Balance
Can cause undesirable colour to images. Colour temperature, warm and cool for example shaded areas can appear blue. White balance neutralises the colour temperature to give natural colour to the image.
]]> 2023-01-30 21:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2462098504 One of my favourite types of images. emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2462122540 Two worlds side by side, yet one is often overlooked. The calm movement of the water, and the silent calm of the underworld. The image represents the contrast and connection of two worlds. An image that would be impossible for the naked eye to ever experience. Sparks curiosity and a deeper meaning, the magnitude of intelligence and existance alien and distant to us as humans. ]]> 2023-01-30 21:32:11 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2462122540 Aperture, Shutter, ISO https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470608534 Aperture controls the amount of light entering the camera. Smaller the number, the larger the aperture (larger sized gap, lets lots of light e.g., f/1.4. It gives depth of field.

Shutter speed controls the length of time the sensor is exposed to light. This is measured in seconds, or fractions of seconds and are described as fast or slow. 

ISO controls the sensitivity of the cameras sensor. The ISO increases or decreases the brightness of a photo. It determines how much light is needed to capture an image. The higher the ISO number, the more sensitive the sensor and less light needed for an image. It affects noise levels. ]]> 2023-02-06 18:54:15 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470608534 Aperture contact sheet emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470784549 Four top images showing deep depth of field.
Four bottom images showing shallow depth of field. ]]> 2023-02-06 21:10:14 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470784549 Shallow depth of field F/5.6 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470813816 I like the lines within this photograph, they create a feeling of splitting into four tiles each capturing completely different content within one photograph. Considered editing the lamp post however the more I look at this photo, the more I like the divide. ]]> 2023-02-06 21:40:14 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470813816 Composition emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470823111 Is the arrangement of the elements in a work of art.

Includes:
Leading lines, these draw the person into the image and leads them around the image
Scale: Shows the size of the image, large or small. 
Colour: The use of specific colours. 
Framing: Frames the image so attention of viewer is directed to subject matter.
Repetition, reflection, patterns.
Rule of Thirds: Balancing the image into 1/3 of picture. 
Negative and positive space. ]]> 2023-02-06 21:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470823111 Sunday Quayside Market emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470830334 Photo composed of leading lines, patterns, repetition and rule of thirds. 
I really like this photo, the shape of the market canopy and patterns following the buildings above and the matching coats of the people. There is a small amount of camera shake, likely due to it being hand held and focal length/shutter speed dynamic - although shot with a higher shutter speed than focal length, next time I'd try to reduce this by ensuring the shutter speed and focal length are equal. ]]> 2023-02-06 22:01:31 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470830334 Bridges over the Tyne emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470839232 Photo showing large aperture of 4.5 and shallow depth of field, most of subject is in focus - this was an attempt to achieve a shallow depth of field based on the settings applied on the camera, although most of the image is in focus which turned out to be a better photograph based on the composition; including scale, framing, rule of thirds which are aspects of the photo I particularly like.]]> 2023-02-06 22:12:06 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470839232 High Level Bridge emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470842189 Composition: Pattern/repetition/scale.
Reduced the amount of blur when taking this shot by arranging exposure time and focal length.

]]> 2023-02-06 22:15:20 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470842189 High Level Bridge 2 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470843681 Experimenting with different angles with repetition and pattern. Same camera settings as portrait shot and plan to edit this one in Lightroom. ]]> 2023-02-06 22:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470843681 Bridges over water emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470846064 Leading lines, colour, reflection.
(F/29) Deep depth of field. Slight camera shake showing, next time I would alter the focal length and shutter speed. ]]> 2023-02-06 22:20:11 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470846064 Sunset on the river emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470847355 Favourite of my first outing with the camera experimenting with depth of field, reflection and colour. ]]> 2023-02-06 22:21:42 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2470847355 Shutter speed: Fast emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2496999612 First photo shutter speed of 1/25 and second 1/40 - the longer the shutter speed to more light is exposed to sensor and this is noticed by comparing the two photos. ]]> 2023-02-27 20:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2496999612 Shutter speed: Fast emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2497037008 First photo using 1/125 shutter speed, second photo using 1/250. The brightness of the first photo is higher than the second due to using a slightly slower shutter speed of 1/125, exposing the sensor to light for longer. ]]> 2023-02-27 21:05:22 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2497037008 Slower shutter speed emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503033745 I wanted to try out creating motion in my photos, I found a shutter speed of 10 seconds on my first go allowed light trails. The photos of the light trails on the road were taken hand held on a bridge. Next time, I would take similar photos at a busier  road preferably using a tripod, with a longer shutter speed of 30 seconds and I'd bring down the ISO to 100 instead of 200. 

The last photo was taken in class practising with long shutter speeds and light, this was a longer shutter speed of 30 seconds, which captured the light trails. 

Health and safety considerations should always be taken when taking photos, in the instance of taking photos on a bridge, I was aware of my surroundings and ensured the camera was secure. ]]> 2023-03-03 19:18:40 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503033745 Ethical considerations of photo manipulation emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503377149 Digital photography and photo editing software, such as Adobe Lightroom or Apple Photos, has allowed for distortion of reality which can be so subtle the viewer is unaware of changes. Whilst this is an art form, ethics begin to arise when photo manipulation in a certain context leads the viewer to believe an untruth. Manipulation of photos can become complicated as they alter perception and can change the story of the photograph. 

In an aesthetically driven world of social media, it could be argued whether it is right to alter a portrait to enhance perceived attractiveness, or in journalism where photographs are perceived to be an accurate account, but could portray an altered story through manipulation of the original photograph, whereby viewers are then deceived of the true reality. 

As a beginner photographer, before even taking the photo, I've already began to manipulate interpretation of what the eye can see, by the camera I use, the choice of focal length, aperture and shutter speed, which change the content of the photo, depth of field and motion. 

The possibilities in photo manipulation are limitless, it is just a matter of asking at what point does aesthetics violate our code of ethics? It ultimately comes down to a set of values, morals, beliefs and personal preferences. ]]> 2023-03-04 09:31:07 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503377149 Legal rights, etiquette and H&S emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503380262 Whilst it is legal to film or take a photograph of anyone and anything in a public space without permit or license; it is also ethical to ask a persons permission to do so. If on private land, you must request the permission of the land owner.

Having little experience of using a camera, I would not have confidence in taking a photograph up close - the photograph above is of two people at a far distance, identities unknown and in this context, for me morally okay to take the photo without permission.

Under UK law, copyrights of the photo belong to the photographer who took the image. 

Health and safety should always be considered throughout capturing photos, an awareness of others around you and any hazards in the surrounding area should be observed, particularly when distracted by taking the photo. When not in the field, screen time and body position should be considered, short breaks should be taken to reduce the length of screen time to ensure working safely. It is recommended to take short 5 - 10 minute breaks every hour. ]]> 2023-03-04 09:39:24 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503380262 Aperture contact sheet 2 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503403719 2023-03-04 10:43:18 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503403719 Austria Alpine emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503407848 Pattern and texture, rule of thirds, contrasting colour. 

I like that the depth of field is shallow, giving softness to the trees and the sun captured on top of the mountain. ]]> 2023-03-04 10:55:39 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503407848 Whole Shoot Contact Slow Shutter Speed emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503412170 Contact sheet showing whole shoot at slow shutter speeds.]]> 2023-03-04 11:07:58 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503412170 Tyne man emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503414546 Reflection, positive and negative space draws the viewer to where the man is looking, rule of thirds and pattern. I'd align this in Lightroom and if I was to take the photo again, I'd position the subject more to the right to create more positive space and maybe not include the left pillar. I'd like to brighten this in LR and highlight more vibrant colours (red on the other side of river). ]]> 2023-03-04 11:15:10 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503414546 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503422199 This photo works in that all are consumed by feeding, but for a moment amidst, one animal has their attention on the camera. The repetition of colour, pattern of camouflage and background, draw the attention even more to the one facing the camera covered in the blood of its prey. It has content wildness, is real and gives a sense of natures fight for survival. ]]> 2023-03-04 11:39:27 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503422199 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503429233 2023-03-04 12:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2503429233 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504086860 2023-03-05 18:02:30 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504086860 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504142250 The use of soft colour, light and shadows. ]]> 2023-03-05 19:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504142250 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504148766 2023-03-05 20:02:38 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504148766 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504183896 2023-03-05 21:13:08 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504183896 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504184359 I wanted to create more contrast between the sky and sun topped mountains, and bring out some of the detail as well as emphasise the temperature of the image. I done this by altering some of the parameters in light, colour, effects and detail. ]]> 2023-03-05 21:14:12 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504184359 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504187916 2023-03-05 21:23:25 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504187916 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504205016 Brought out the colour and contrast, attempted to use the heal tool to remove the log in the river. ]]> 2023-03-05 22:04:59 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504205016 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504212485 2023-03-05 22:22:37 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504212485 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504212880 2023-03-05 22:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504212880 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504226659 Used a slower shutter speed, and with these settings was able to capture motion and alter the texture of the water. ]]> 2023-03-05 22:55:32 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504226659 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504226911 I wanted to add definition and give a moody feel to this photo, darkened the edges using vignette to draw the eye in and enhanced the movement of the water. ]]> 2023-03-05 22:56:10 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2504226911 Photoshop edit. emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505586718 Photo taken of friends in Jesmond Dene. Whilst I love the composition of this shot, I wanted to remove the man as I felt like he detracted from the story of the photo. ]]> 2023-03-06 18:03:54 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505586718 Layer 1 edit. emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505590205 I used the patch tool in Photoshop to begin removing the subject. This required creating a selection within the image and replacing it with a target area of pixels.]]> 2023-03-06 18:06:35 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505590205 Layer 2 edit. emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505593707 Using the patch tool created some distortion within the edited area of the photo. The clone stamp tool was used to remove the distorted areas by selecting sample of areas of pixels to smooth over with the brush.]]> 2023-03-06 18:09:20 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505593707 Final touches emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505596210 Zoom allowed precision whilst editing to clean up the edges and other imperfections.]]> 2023-03-06 18:10:49 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505596210 Final edit emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505662680 Before and after edit. 
Used the 'masking' tool to edit specific areas of photograph. ]]> 2023-03-06 18:58:13 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2505662680 Whole shoot Contact 35mm. emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2507551161 2023-03-07 21:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2507551161 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2507637642 2023-03-07 22:58:07 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2507637642 emmajose90 https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2507638577 Used multiple 'masks' to create light and shadow. ]]> 2023-03-07 22:59:32 UTC https://padlet.com/emmajose90/Photography_portfolio_L1/wish/2507638577