5A: ILLAZILLAZ

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 6, 2025, indoors

Settings: Shutter speed 1/5 sec, Aperture f/8, ISO 800, White Balance: Auto

Why: I used a slow shutter speed to create a motion blur effect, mimicking a glitch.

Design & Composition: I used movement and contrast resulting in emphasis of the very dull, sharp object against the blurred screen behind.

Effect: The motion blur captures a sense of movement and distortion, creating a digital, almost surreal vibe.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30
Time & Place: May 6, 2025, indoors
Settings: Shutter speed 1/400 sec, Aperture f/3.7, ISO 800, White Balance: Auto
Why: I used a fast shutter speed to freeze movement and make the scene look like a paused video.
Design & Composition: Stillness and sharp contrast worked with focus on everything sharp and frozen.

Effect: The high shutter speed captured crisp motion, enhancing the illusion of time being stopped.

BTW, I only noticed now the red timeline of the YouTube video. I just want to ensure that this photo was captured while the video was playing.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors

Settings: Aperture f/1.7, Shutter speed 1/205 sec, ISO 1600, White Balance: Auto

Why: I used a wide aperture to create a shallow depth of field, keeping the subject sharp while blurring the background.

Design & Composition: I used focus, depth, and emphasis to isolate the wooden object. 

Effect: The blurred background draws attention to the subject, making it the clear focal point of the photo.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors

Settings: Aperture f/6.9, Shutter speed 1/25 sec, ISO 4000, White Balance: Auto

Why: I used a higher aperture to achieve a deeper depth of field, aiming to focus on the plants in the background. The higher ISO helped compensate for the lower light indoors.

Design & Composition: Using depth and layering to create a sense of perspective, the wooden object is slightly blurred while the plants take focus.

Effect: The deeper depth of the field maintains clarity.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30
Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors
Settings: Aperture f/3.7, Shutter speed 1/80 sec, ISO 4000, White Balance: Auto
Why: I used a high ISO because the photo was taken in low light.

Design & Composition: I used contrast and focus to make the wooden object stand out against the dark background. The low light created a moody and intimate atmosphere.

Effect: The high ISO introduced some noise but allowed for a well-exposed image despite the dim environment.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors

Settings: Aperture f/3, Shutter speed 1/50 sec, ISO 640, White Balance: Auto

Why: I used a low ISO to maintain image quality and reduce noise, as there was sufficient ambient light. 

Design & Composition: I applied depth and contrast to make the wooden object stand out against the slightly blurred background.

Effect: The low ISO resulted in a cleaner, noise-free image, giving the photo a calm, soft feel.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors

Settings: Aperture f/1.7, Shutter speed 1/205 sec, ISO 400, White Balance: Auto

Why: I used a wide aperture f/1.7 for a shallow depth of field, highlighting the wooden figure against a soft background. A shutter speed of 1/205 sec froze motion, and ISO 400 balanced exposure with minimal noise.

Design & Composition: Emphasis, contrast, and depth were created with shallow focus, placing the subject off-center using the rule of thirds.

Effect: The blurred background isolates the subject, adding a moody tone, while the sharp focus and warm wood texture enhance the portrait style.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors

Settings: Aperture f/1.4, Shutter speed 1/205 sec, ISO 400, White Balance: Auto

Why: I used a wide aperture (f/1.4) to blur the background and isolate the subject. The shutter speed of 1/200 sec ensured clarity, and ISO 400 balanced exposure in low light.

Design & Composition: The Dutch angle to add tension and shallow depth for emphasis, with leading lines subtly guiding the eye toward the subject.

Effect: The tilted composition creates unease and energy, while the strong blur and the off-kilter framing give the wooden figure a surreal, cinematic presence.

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30
Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors
Settings: Aperture f/1.4, Shutter speed 1/200 sec, ISO 400, White Balance: Manual (cool tone)
Why: I used a wide aperture (f/1.4) for shallow depth of field to isolate the subject. The shutter speed of 1/205 sec prevented motion blur, while ISO 400 balanced exposure without excessive noise. A cool white balance was set manually to create a clean tone against the warm wood.
Design & Composition: I used emphasis, contrast, and depth, placing the subject off-center with negative space, subtly following the rule of thirds. The smooth, uncluttered background helps focus attention.
Effect: The cool white balance highlights the wood's tone, while the shallow depth separates the subject from its environment. 

Camera: Fujifilm X-T30

Time & Place: May 5, 2025, indoors

Settings: Aperture f/1, Shutter speed 1/205 sec, ISO 400, White Balance: Manual (warm tone)

Why: I used similar settings as the above, except for the aperture and manual white balance which was set to a warm tone to highlight the natural wood.

Design & Composition: I applied contrast, color harmony, and depth, with the subject centered vertically but slightly offset. The warm tone complements the material.

Effect: The warm white balance enhances the wood’s color, creating a cozy feel.