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Masters of Photography NAME:
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CLASS: Photo 1, Pd. 6

OBJECTIVE:
To shoot a roll of film inspired by the work of Abelardo Morrell. I will explore how a photograph can
interact with its location/environment, how light and shadow can contribute to a photograph as overt
subject matter, and how ordinary objects can become extraordinary subjects. I will experiment with
techniques such as camera obscura, projected light, and reflected light. I will complete and turn in a
contact sheet analysis and three 8x10 prints (including my test strips for those prints.)
THEMES / CONCEPTS:
Process as product: the photograph as a record of an experiment, an experience. Reality vs. illusion, as
well as the celebration of illusion (not having to hide the “strings”- how things were made).
SUBJECT MATTER CONSIDERATIONS:
Distinctive architecture, whether it be buildings, monuments, homes, or even playhouses. When using
camera obscura, subject must be still for potentially long periods of time. Multiples that resonate with
me, perhaps camera lenses or cassette tapes. (Morrell used pencils, crayons, books, etc.)
LIGHTING CONSIDERATIONS:
Responding to the scientific properties of light: manipulating, reflecting, and/or projecting. Or, locating
natural lighting situations which show unique properties of light.
COMPOSITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Simple, centered, zoomed out and filled frame - any complexity should be in the subject or concept,
rather than in the composition (otherwise it could be distracting).

PRESENTATION: DESIGN: STUDIO SKILLS: OBJECTIVE: TOTAL:

Size is Photographs show Photographs are Your roll is an

considered. principles of exposed, focused, exploration of the
Photos have even, composition, show developed, and themes shown by
square edges. good contrast, and printed properly, your Master
Photos have no depict appropriate using correct Photographer. You
scratches, stains, (well-chosen) darkroom chose your 3
or blemishes. subject matter. procedures. strongest images
to print & turn in,
completing all
parts of the
assignment on
time, investing
thought and care
when doing so.
Self- /25 /25 /25 /25 /100
Assessment
Teacher /25 /25 /25 /25 /100
Assessment