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The Art of Photography
The Art of Photography
Hi Artists!
You are going to become photographers! What if you don't have a fancy camera? That is ok. Maybe you have a phone? Smart phones have made photography easier than ever!
I have invited a professional photographer to share her story. Please be sure to read about Laura. She is really looking forward to seeing what you capture. Maybe she will send some photos for our online gallery!
YOUR ASSIGNMENT: Take photos of things you find interesting from all different angles (above, below, to the side, behind...). Taking outside photos is a great idea. Start with the auto setting on your camera or phone. I will add some tips if you want to try some other settings.
I will be creating a separate online photo gallery. Email photos to Enardone@sau21.org
As always, have fun creating!
Virtual high fives, Mrs. Nardone
CAMERA SETTINGS
The A is the auto setting on your camera. The camera does most of the work figuring out what to do to get a great picture. Mine has an A+.
The RUNNING GUY is for fast action! Give it a try!
The FACE is for portraits- get close and keep your hand very steady.
Smart phones have a lot of the same settings!
My camera has a lot of sand on it- oops, I take a lot of photos at the beach in all kinds of conditions!
Mrs. Nardone's Film Pick...
Do you want to see a really cool documentary about a unique photographer following his passion? Check out SHOREBREAK the Clark Little Story. It is available on Amazon Prime. It is rated for all, but please view with an adult.
youtu.be/9pXMObfeOcE Here is a cool link about the photographer. Check with your parents first!
Laura at 5 years old
Film Canisters
Get to know a professional photographer...
Get to know a professional photographer...
Hello everyone!
Hello everyone!
My name is Laura and I am a professional photographer. I started back in the days when we had film cameras when I was 5. Today I enjoy photographing people, landscapes, things, and pets too!
My name is Laura and I am a professional photographer. I started back in the days when we had film cameras when I was 5. Today I enjoy photographing people, landscapes, things, and pets too!
When I started at your age, I would torture my poor brother by making him pose in front of the camera and taking photos of my stuffed animals and dolls.... because I hated my photo taken.
When I started at your age, I would torture my poor brother by making him pose in front of the camera and taking photos of my stuffed animals and dolls.... because I hated my photo taken.
What I loved was seeing the world through the lens and making what I saw, stand still in an image. Wow, you could really stop time!
What I loved was seeing the world through the lens and making what I saw, stand still in an image. Wow, you could really stop time!
Pro tips:
Pro tips:
1. Shoot more than one angle of a subject.
1. Shoot more than one angle of a subject.
2. Don't be afraid to get high, low, move the camera while you are taking a photo, see what happens!
2. Don't be afraid to get high, low, move the camera while you are taking a photo, see what happens!
3. Look at the light. what does it do to the image in front of you.
3. Look at the light. what does it do to the image in front of you.
4. Do you need light for a photo?
4. Do you need light for a photo?
5. How does it change your subject at different times of the day?
5. How does it change your subject at different times of the day?
What I loved about shooting film is how it taught you to be patient...to look at things, look at details, look at the little things and "compose" your shot and then click the shutter or button. With film you only had 36 images/frames to capture images on and it cost money! You couldn't see what you were shooting like you can today with digital cameras or smartphones. You had to wait for it to be developed and this could take up to a 1 week !
What I loved about shooting film is how it taught you to be patient...to look at things, look at details, look at the little things and "compose" your shot and then click the shutter or button. With film you only had 36 images/frames to capture images on and it cost money! You couldn't see what you were shooting like you can today with digital cameras or smartphones. You had to wait for it to be developed and this could take up to a 1 week !
My challenge to you is to slow down, look at the world around you, look at light, the placement of things, and really fill the frame with the image you want to "capture"
My challenge to you is to slow down, look at the world around you, look at light, the placement of things, and really fill the frame with the image you want to "capture"
Laura Kozlowski
Laura Kozlowski
Photographer
Photographer
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laura@lauraKozlowski.com
laura@lauraKozlowski.com
Life is a tapestry of beautiful moments eager to be shared.
Since I was a little girl, I have always relished getting up early to watch the sunrise and enjoy adventures, almost always with my camera in hand. Wherever I go, I see an ever moving, ever changing landscape. A seemingly simple or banal moment transformed into art. The way that light touches an image, the depth and range of colors, the power and beauty of black and white, every curve, every angle, all of this enriched and forever preserved in that perfect moment by a camera. My camera is to me like paint to an artist. Fast forward 20 years, my camera is still in hand, my constant companion that brings happiness.
Do you want to learn more about photography?
Here are some links to get you started.
What is a Camera?
What is a Camera?
Parts of a Camera
Parts of a Camera
There are a lot of online resources.
I will try to find some more kid friendly versions.
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