Sec 3 AEP Photography Assignment 01
Task:
Pick a world-renown photographer and his works, analyze his style and understand his influences. Write a short essay on his style, inspirations and influences of this photographer.
Do not go below 200 words, plagiarism, copying or lifting, no citations or acknowledgements would result in a -5% deduction penalty each. (out of 20%) Must be typewritten on a fresh sheet of paper.
Print out 5 of his works that inspire you in at least 5R size, full colour. (10%)
Take 5 of your own pictures, mimicking the style of your photographer. The pictures need not be of the same influence/inspiration. Print out the photos in at least 5R size and in full colour. (20%)
Compare your photos with those of the photographer's. For each comparison, list some points on how well you have been able to mimic the photographer's style. Typewritten on a fresh piece of paper. (20%)
Gather feedback from a classmate and write a short paragraph on his comments about your work. This must also be typewritten on a fresh piece of paper. (50-100 words). Nonsensical or non-constructive comments given will result in both parties getting marks deducted. (-5% out of 20%)
Place all of the work into PowerPoint slides, and be prepared for a class presentation about your assignment. Submit the assignment on the first Sec 3 AEP Class, Tuesday 20/01/2009, 2.55pm. (10%)
Failure to submit assignment and delay in submittion of assigment would result in a mark deduction of -5% daily.
Suggested 'good photo sites':
Museum of Contemporary Photography
Russel Wong Official Site
Smithsonian Photography Initiative
National Geographic
Musée Nicéphore Niépce
ASIAN Geographic
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