DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT 1
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGING GCD 61204
WEEK 2: Project 1
NAME: JIA WENBING
I.D: 0365436
COURSE:DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGING
GROUP:DESIGN SCHOOL
LECTURES
WEEK 1 / Introduction to Digital Photography & Imaging
In the first week, we were introduced to the module. Mr. Martin addresses the following topics:
- the importance of photoshop for graphic designers
- the history of photograph manipulation
- photograph manipulation after photoshop - digital imaging
- tips of successful graphic designers
WEEK 2 / Introduction to Photoshop
We were introduced to Photoshop in week 2, focusing on the lasso tool, pen tool and layering. After the lecture, as we were supposed to work on our digital collages, Mr. Martin demonstrated how to go about the digital compositions by creating a simple digital collage himself.
Our tasks for the week were to finalise our physical collage based on the feedback given, and composing 3 different digital collages.
INSTRUCTION:
1. Bezier Game
Practice and play on this game:
Attach your score below:
2. Create your E-Portfolio blog.
E-Portfolio Link: https://jiawenbing0365436.blogspot.com/2023/09/tuesdaysep-26_28.html
3. Register Pinteres
Pinterest Link: https://www.pinterest.com/wenbing640/
4. List down your 3 favourite graphic design works done by Photoshop from Pinterest.
Explain why you like the designs?
5. Choose and identify your collage's design elements to be cut out and compose it into your own concept & story.
Collage from Insta:
1. https://www.instagram.com/collage.garden
2. https://www.instagram.com/stephen_sheffield_collage
3. https://www.instagram.com/lasantapatrona_collage
4. https://www.instagram.com/cut.and.collage
7. Pre compositing your collage's design elements into a composition.
Reference: https://youtu.be/2KqXGMf0HNk
WEEK 3 / Photoshop Blending Modes
This week was a public holiday but we were required to read a short article about Photoshop's blending modes as well as watch a short tutorial.
The article highlighted the following blending modes:
- multiple – darkens an image
- screen - lightens an image
- overlay - boosts contrast
- color - blends only the color
- luminosity - blends only the brightness
Our task for the week was to attempt the 'Shazam' exercise to understand how to use the quick selection tool, layer mask, filters and colour correction. After the exercise, we were supposed to use our own image to recreate the same task.
WEEK 4 / Digital Imaging
This week we were briefed about the recolouring task. Mr. Martin first demonstrated how to complete the exercise using Norman Lindsay's portrait, us also practicing along. We then completed a more advanced recolouring exercise, following Mr. Martin's tutorial.
Our task for the week was to work on our recolouring task for submission by selecting one of the images provided.
INSTRUCTIONS
PROJECT 1 / Exercise 2 – Digital Collage
Compose an A4 digital collage using only the images provided.
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Process & Pre-compositions
I first downloaded the images provided and started playing around with the compositions.
I ended up creating 4 different digital collages, and later selected 3 to receive feedback on.
1. PRE-COMPOSITION #1
2. PRE-COMPOSITION #2
3. PRE-COMPOSITION #3
After Mr. Martin's feedback, I finalised my digital collage.
PROJECT 1 / Digital Imaging 1 – You in Hearst Mansion
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Process
At Mr. Martin's request, I first took a photo of myself. Then I placed it, and after Mr. Martina’s feedback, I made modifications.
PROJECT 1 / Digital Imaging 2 – Recolouring
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Process
I first chose a photo to recolour from the photos provided.
Based on Mr. Martin's feedback, I looked for reference hair and skin.
Fig 3.2,Hair & Skin References 23/11/2023
Final
Week 2
This week Mr. Martin asked us to try to use materials to form a digital collage composition, and there were no other requirements.
Week 3 (Public Holiday)
Week 4
We received feedback on the composition of the digital bottle stickers. Mr. Martin liked Precomposition 1 the best, but hopes I can make the following better.
Week 5
This week I showed Mr. Martin all of my final work for Project 1. He approved all of my work but asked me to rework on the first digital imaging exercise.
REFLECTION
Experience
During these 5 weeks, I personally enjoyed the classes as well as the process of working on the project, especially composing the collages. Coming from a very stressful semester, I found the lectures to be very easily digestible. I particularly enjoyed composing the physical collages as I could express myself through it. What I found a bit difficult was the first digital imaging exercise as I do not enjoy taking photos of myself.
Observations
Something I observed is that I am able to better work after looking at references for inspiration – starting from nothing is something I usually struggle with. I also noticed that the weekly check-ins helped me be more productive and procrastinate less.
Findings
Throughout Project 1, I learned how to effectively put various material together to communicate something meaningful, whilst utilising different design concepts. In the beginning, I was doubtful of my work, however receiving good feedback has helped me feel more confident in skills. Another thing I learned was that aiming for perfection from the very beginning can discourage me – I must first start, and then take the process step by step, and improve as I move forward.
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