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    • Photo III :: Semester I
    • Photo III :: Semester II
    • Photo IV :: Advanced Photo
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Photo I

This class explores the basics of traditional black and white photographic printing as well as digital photographic processes using Adobe Photoshop. We will examine both the aesthetic and technical aspects of the photographic process through several method based assignments. The uses of metering, lighting, composition, and technical aspects of the camera will be reviewed during class to give students a basic understanding of the art of photography.

Photo i Course expectations

The Flat Lay Photo

3/25/2021

 
Picture
© Emily Blincoe
The flat lay (also sometimes called a lay flat) is a common photography term used to describe photographing something from above, laying out the elements of the photo as a specific creative idea and creating a magazine like spread. I sometimes see this done with recipes as a modern way to layout the items needed for the recipe. This type of image is shot from overhead, sometimes called birds eye view, and the attention to detail in the layout is really important. No stray item or imperfection is noticed in these photos. This is a great way to photograph collections in an almost scientific manner, or to arrange something really creative from the items in your home. 
Assignment:

You must photograph 50 frames with flat lays in mind. You will be responsible for making a 5 different compositions and photographing them from above.  

Steps:
  • Think about collections you already have and pay close attention to your layout in these pieces
  • This type of overhead photography is also called birds eye view
  • The items that are laid out on the table (or floor) need to relate to one another
  • Think about knolling—knolling is the practice of arranging items in symmetrical order and photographing from above 
  • You can also consider taking something apart and showing all the pieces that make up that item you took apart (like a camera or a clock)



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