photography composition

same lens…camera wide open

light figure on dark ground

iPhone 7… f/1.8 1/9s 3.99mm

The previous art of seeing posts were inspired by an Udemy photography class taught by Adam Marelli, The Art of Seeing Photography, (10 light figure on dark ground and 10 dark figure on light ground).

With the completion of this project, I am now challenging myself to a 30 day project, same lens camera wide open, that was inspired by an educational Thorsten von Overgaard Photography webinar.

same lens, camera wide open
35 prime lens – aperture setting f/1.8

Nikon D750… f/1.8 1/4000s 35mm 200 ISO

Even though the 35 prime lens offers a sharper image, I generally prefer telephoto lenses with image stabilization as a means to ease anxiety, especially with street photography. So with the intention to draw upon past photo learning projects, I will step out of my comfort zone with my Nikon (35 prime lens, aperture set at f/1.8, and a neutral density filter) for the next 30 days…

composition: center frame portrait

Week 14: Composition: Center Frame Portrait (Center Framed composition is a great way to isolate your subject. Use this knowledge to create a portrait that exhibits loneliness.)

Nikon D750 f/8 1/250s 200mm 360 ISO

Image submitted in response to Dogwood Photography’s annual 52-week photography challenge.

Composition: Fill the Frame

Week 11 Composition: Fill the Frame: (Using Fill the Frame is a great way to isolate your subject and create interest in your photo. Can you do it with only one color in the frame? Fill the Frame with one color.)

Image submitted in response to Dogwood Photography’s annual 52-week photography challenge.