Patterns & Texture In Nature

This project will be your first project in film and using the film cameras. There is a LOT to consider with film and you need to be more aware of your camera settings, composition, and focus. Your assignment is to find the beauty in nature through the use of pattern and texture. Pattern is identified as a repetition of a certain element or elements. Texture refers to the properties held by an external surface. Although we cannot actually feel the texture in a photograph, implied texture will give the viewer the feeling that he or she can actually reach in and touch the image.

Assignment:

• Shoot an entire roll (24 frames) of texture and pattern—12 textures and 12 patterns
• find both repeating patterns and textural elements outside the school
• print 2 of your best images and mount one to the front and tape one to the back of the paper

Grading Criteria:

• Work habits
• Quality of photographs
• Craftsmanship
• Full range of tones (from black to white)
• Resourcefulness
• Experimentation
• Effectiveness in communicating the idea within the theme

• Two final images (one must show shallow depth of field)

Tips to Get Started:
You should decide how you are going to frame your subject. Use the rule of thirds. Consider your outdoor lighting. Is it sunny or cloudy? You must use the focusing ring so you do not get blur. *Remember, do not use a shutter speed lower than 1/60th. 

Guiding Questions:

1. How do you compose a photograph?
2. What needs to be considered when you are outside photographing?
3. How do you make sure your photographs are focused?
4. How do you develop your film?
5. How do you determine the time to develop your film?
6. What are the steps in the film processing and drying method?
7. What is a contact print?
8. How do you make a contact sheet?

Resources:

• Pinterest board for Patterns & textures
• http://www.johnlovett.com/test.htm
• http://char.txa.cornell.edu/language/element/pattern/pattern.htm

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