Original Photo

Enter original photos that utilize composition, framing, and feel without over dependence upon software enhancement (filters, effects, etc.). Students take an original photo and then submits it for judging. An original photo is a photo that has not be changed in any way.

The following are the 8 genres of photographs that will be judged: Each genre will use the rubric above. This category has been hard to judge in the past because the photos are so different, so the genres will help with this. (Schools can enter 5 in every genre)

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Portraits: a photo of a person especially one depicting only the face, or head and shoulders

Landscapes: photo that shows spaces in the world

Cityscapes: photo that shows the aspects of a city

Still life: a photo of a inanimate object or small group of objects

Action: a photo that shows someone or something in motion

Wildlife: a photo documenting some form of wildlife in its habitat

Plant life: a photo documenting a plant life in its natural habitat

Here are some tips that may help:

Follow the rule of thirds: think of your lens as thirds, make your shots more interesting by off-centering

• Scenery makes the shot look more interesting

• Move in close

• Watch the light....mornings and late evenings are great

• Use the flash outdoors

• Take many shots

• Try new things

• Have Fun!

RUBRIC:

We will be using the STLP Rubric for this category.