Self Portrait
Assignment: Part One
Inevitably, photographers turn their cameras on themselves to create self portraits. Some self portraits are created by chance. The lighting was good, a reflection inspired, or a shadow complimented the scene. Other self portraits are meant to reflect on the individual’s being. It can reflect where they are mentally, physically, spiritually, culturally.
Read:
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/photography/article/the-un-selfie-taking-back-the-self-portrait
https://www.format.com/magazine/resources/photography/cool-self-portrait-ideas
Photo One: Reflection Self Portrait
Find a mirror or a reflective surface
At least half of your face must be visible in the photograph
Set your camera on AV and set to f 4 using a tripod or another person take your image.
No cell phone showing in the picture or other people.
Photo Two: Personality
Just like when you’re shooting portraits of other people, the best self-portraits are ones that seem to capture a piece of the subject’s personality. Some ways to achieve that with your self-portraits would be through action, facial expression, treasured objects, clothing, and location.
Think about what makes you unique. Are you a bit of a goofball? Then show it off by making some funny faces. Are you a great dancer? Capture yourself in the middle of your best move. You might feel silly at times, but not being afraid to make a fool of yourself is an important part of producing creative self-portraits.
Photo Three:
This photo is up to you, there are not requirements but be able to defend the choices you made with this shot. Try a timed image or double exposure, dress up…
Resources:
https://fstoppers.com/fine-art/why-all-photographers-should-take-self-portraits-564941
https://shotkit.com/famous-self-portrait-photographer/
https://lenscratch.com/self-portrait-photography/
https://theluupe.com/blog/celebrating-ourselves-self-portraits-by-women-and-non-binary-photographers
Morgan Momsen
Vivian Maier
Francesca Woodman
Richard Avedon
