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AstroPhotography
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on Astrophotography, so you will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
--Star trails circling around the Northern star.
----Landscape or cityscape with stars.
------Painting with light with a star field
--------Portrait(either with flash or silhouette) with stars.
Automobile
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on either a new or classic car, so you will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
--Choose a location, shoot at different times of the day.
----Pick a car to photograph.
------ Magic light in location with low horizon
--------Panning on a closed course
---------Interior and exterior details
----------Lifestyle
Pet, Animal and Wildlife
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on a single animal. It is kind of a day in the life of the animal, so you will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
Choose an animal as your subject (preferably dog, cat or horse):
---Head shot: Lighting techniques, fill, Open Shade or Window light.
-----Environmental Portrait
------Detail that tells a story
-------Conceptual piece
Fashion
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on lifestyle of the model. It needs to tell a story and include juxtaposition of model and environment. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
--Multiple location and clothing changes
---Lighting techniques: Beauty light, Rembrandt, Fill, Open Shade or Window light.
----Hair and Make-up: Close up
-----Posing the model based on some of you inspiration images
-------Pick a product, still life, lifestyle
Culinary Arts and Food
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on a restaurant in San Diego. It needs to set the mood of the dining experience at the restaurant. It should include a variety of element and activities that showcase the best elements of your location. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
Choose a local restaurant:
----Stylized plate of food with window light and fill
-----Interior atmosphere
------Chef cooking or other staff portrait
--------Exterior in magic light
Sports and Adventure
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on a specific athlete. It needs to set the mood of the person and activity. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
-- Action shots
----Strobe blur or Fill Flash
-----Portrait
-------Close up
---------Equipment
Stock
These are three topics right off of iStock photography’s website. These are areas that they are currently looking for images from photographers. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your submission to the magazine include the following elements:
Social Issues: Poignant looks into the issues that impact us.
Non-Business Jobs: The word is filled with mechanics, garbage men, baristas, and more.
Concepts and Visual Metaphors: Go beyond the literal, and help a designer explain something in a new way.
Landscape
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on a state park or an enclave of San Diego. It needs to tell a story of the park or area. It should include a variety of element and activities that showcase the best elements of your location. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
--Choose a location, shoot at different times of the day.
----Pick a state park. Portrait of worker, people enjoying, landscapes, close ups, signs
------ Long exposures to show flowing water
--------Nature still life
Macro
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that showcases Macro Photography. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
---Compare soft and hard light in the macro world( shade, diffusion and plastic cup)
----Nature Abstracts
--------Water droplets
------------Water splash
Music
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that showcases a band. It needs to tell a story/day in the life of the band. It should include a variety of element and activities that highlight the best elements of your band. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
---Pick a band: Group shots, individual shots, action and behind the scenes.
----Still life of instruments and hands
--------Conceptual portrait or illustration
Portrait and Family
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that showcases an individual or family band. It needs to tell a story/day in the life of the subject. It should include a variety of element and activities that highlight the best elements. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
--Multiple location and clothing changes
---Head shot: Lighting techniques, fill, Open Shade or Window light.
-----Environmental Portrait
-------Glamour/Street
--------Conceptual
Baby and Children
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on baby lifestyle. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
Baby portrait
--Lighting techniques: Beauty light, Rembrandt, Fill, Open Shade or Window light.
-----Utilize both clothing and props to tell something about the child’s personality
Select a children’s product
------Create an ad campaign with at least three concepts to sell the product
-------Use appropriate models products, clothing and location to create the mood
Event and Wedding Photography
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on a single event. It needs to convey the mood and excitement of the event. It should include a variety of element and activities that showcase the best elements of your location. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
Choose a local event:
----Stylized plate of appetizers, entree or dessert with window light and fill
-----Atmosphere - interior and exterior shots, close ups of flowers and decor
------Portraits of the host and guests. rememberr lighting techniques: Beauty light, Rembrandt, Fill, Open Shade or Window light.
--------Exterior in magic light
Fine Art Photography
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on "Who are You as a Fine Artist?". To convey that concept you will be exploring different aspects of Fine Art Photography. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your portfolio include the following elements:
---Pick a photographic movement from the past as inspiration(Pictorialism, Modernism, New Social Documentary, Surrealism etc.)
------Use a song, poem, fairy tail, short story or movie as the inspiration for a photo illustration
-------Conceptual piece that conveys a message about a social, emotional, spiritual, or political issue
Street Photography
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on a body of work that is built around one central theme. It may be shot in color or black and white. the images could be gritty and grainy or clean and sharp, but the style should reflect the message of the images. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your story include the following elements:
---Zen Photography - shooting from the hip without looking through the view finder
-----Silhouette, shadows and reflections
--------Juxtaposition
-----------The decisive moment
-------------Explore different times of day and the effect on the mood of the image
Special Effects Photography
You will be creating a 6 page spread for the magazine that focuses on Special camera techniques and their equivalent in Photoshop. To convey that concept you will be exploring different aspects of Fine Art Photography. You will need to have between 8-12 finished pieces for the magazine. You are required to shoot at least 30 images for each of the aspects of the assignment so that you have enough images to choose from for the finished images. Each of the finished images needs to be retouched and enhanced in Photoshop.
In your portfolio include the following elements:
---Painting with light - experiment with long exposures at night. Try different colors of light and apply it to the subject or scene.
------Surrealism - Look at the work of Jerry Uelsmann. Apply his vision to images that manipulate in Photoshop
-------Conceptual piece that conveys a message about a social, emotional, spiritual, or political issue