Reflection

Many of my problems resulted from a busy background. As there was too much going on and the viewer gets distracted from the subject in view.



I found myself trying to think about how to place my camera to fully accomplish the following component rules. For example when I had to take the picture for lines. It was very hard to position the camera to only get the floor leading to my subject. As i didn't know where to turn to avoid the busy background.

                                                                   Merger
I believe I followed it well as the merger is clearly in view.

My subject is the curly haired teen, smiling at the camera. she is wearing a black sweater. 

Yes the viewer can clearly see who the viewer is while at the same time see the merger.

I believed I did a good job as the merger was clearly in view. 

                                                                 simplicity 
I followed the rule well. As the background has nothing and all you see is my subject.

My subject is a window that has different lines.

The viewer can clearly see the window is the subject.

This picture displays lines and could be used for lines but my pitch black background really makes it stand out for its simplicity. 

                                                               Balance

I believed I followed this rule fairly well as there is two subjects in my photo, but the distracting background takes a toll on my complete success.

The subjects are the woman and man dress in policemen attire. They are facing away from the camera with their backs towards the camera. They as walking in unison.

It is clear to the viewer that there are two subjects.

I believe that the photo pertains other photo compositions and is not simply just a balance photo. I believe for next time I will zoom in so only my two subjects are in full view so the distracting background does not get in the way. 

                                                                                Lines
I followed it slightly well as there is too much going on and the view gets lost figuring out which rule I am trying to use.

The subject is the girl with the pink sweater, black leggings, and brown boots. She is standing on a square where lines meet on the floor. 

 I believe the viewer gets a little too distracted with the background of this photo and it takes them a while to focus on the subject in picture.

I believe I could have done better by trying to eliminate the view of the distracting background and focused on getting the lines from the floor leading to my subject. 

                                                                      Framing 

I followed the rule well as the subject is clearly framed buy windows in the background.

The subject is a blue milk carton, from the company TruMoo and is as stated on the carton, Chocolate flavored.

The subject is clear in view and is the only subject in sight. The viewer clearly knows the carton is the subject.

I believe this photograph was perfect as it is clearly obvious that the carton is being framed meaning I accomplished my goal.

                                                                       Rule of Thirds
 I followed the rule well. Except there was distraction in the back with an another in individual in the hallway. 

The subject is the the young lady facing with her back towards the camera. She has short black hair with streaks of green. 

She is fully in focus and the viewer can clearly see she is the subject.

I believe I accomplished this rule well I would only take away the person in the back to have the focus mainly on the subject. 

                                                                       Merger

                                                                    Framing

                                                           "A" Symmetric Balance

Lines

                                                                  Rule Of Thirds

                                                                      Simplicity

n the picture we are presented, we witness an older male. His hair seems to be grown out and grey which adds to the theory that he’s an older fellow. He is standing on a sidewalk. He is wearing a sweater and camouflage jacket. He seems to be tired but not grumpy.

He is found on a median on the road. He is seen holding a sign asking people to hear his voice. He took advantage of his time with this person to show his passion and his will to better himself and find a better life.

He is very enthusiastic about what he wants to do. How his life story shows his passion for radio and how all you needed was a voice. His voice captures your attention at how crisp and clean it sounds. You can tell he had worked hard on his voice and had practiced it for years. He seems very excited somebody finally decided to ask him about his life.

I believe he is worthy Ted Williams is a worthy subject matter for a feature story because of his passion and unbelievable voice. Everybody ignores the homeless people but they are the ones have the most unbelievable stories to tell. Ted’s story was a story of passion for what he does and wants to continue doing. His story also showed his downfall to drugs and alcohol and how he has surpassed that stage in life and is ready for a new life. His story is sad but hopeful and it gives the reader hope for a talented man who lost his way.

Three details I found interesting was the outpour of work he received, how something so simple as showing talking to the right reporter was going to change his whole life. Also the fact that when he would stand on the side of the road, all he wanted people to do was listen to his “God-given gift of voice.” And also how he was passionate to continue his work and sure enough a miracle came his way.

My top 10 songs I loved in 2015

1. Kendrick Lamar- Alright
2. Calvin Harris & Disciples- How deep is your love
3. Alicia Keys ft. Drake- Unthinkable (Remix)
4. Drake- Jungle
5. Jhene Aiko- Promises
6. The Weeknd- In the night
7. Mos Def- Travellin' man
8. Dirty Sanchez ft. Capital Steez and Rokamouth- Maxwell
9.J-Cole- No Role Modelz
10. Roy woods ft. Drake- Drama

2015 in Review

Local News- top stories of 2015

http://austin.blog.statesman.com/category/top-stories-of-2015/

The stories that impacted the district in 2015. The biggest being the infamous memorial fluids that left many communities in ruins. 

World Events: most significant world events in 2015

http://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2015/12/world-events-news-2015/421545/

The most significant world events that impacted the world in 2015. The most prominent being the Saudis intervene in Yemen.

Famous people we lost in the year 2015:
http://www.cnn.com/specials/world/obit-2015
The ones we grew to love and were heartbroken at their tragic loss. Windlell Middlebrooks who I grew up watching as my favorite security guard on the popular kid tv show "Suite life on deck" tragically passed this year and I was impacted.

The biggest celebrity news in 2015:
http://www.wonderwall.com/news/the-biggest-celebrity-news-stories-of-2015-33235.gallery
The news that had us wanting to know more in regards to public/celebrity figures. Number 1 being Bruce Jenner's transformation into Caitlyn Jenner.

Top entertainment news of 2015:
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/top-10-entertainment-stories-2015-article-1.2469249
The top entertainment news that had people on their toes. From Bruce Jenner (Cailtlyn Jenner) to the controversial scandals, 2015 was quite a year.

Top photos of 2015:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3165347/Picture-perfect-20-striking-images-chosen-best-2015-far-Instagram-users.html
The photos that enticed us throughout 2015. Because after all a picture means a thousand words. My favorite is number 15 in which a man is seen dancing with a huge pyrenean Mountain Dog. I found it was a heartfelt picture that showed the love between man and his dog companion. 

The biggest songs of 2015:
http://www.officialcharts.com/chart-news/the-official-top-40-biggest-songs-of-2015-revealed__13270/
The songs we couldn't get enough of and sang along to all throughout 2015.
Uptown Funk being number one on this list and for me too as I would loudly sing along to this song on the radio.

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