DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND IMAGING | WEEK 12
💬 Week 10 (08.11.2021 - 12.11.2021)Tay Yee Shien 0341472Digital Photography and ImagingWeekly Blog
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RECAP OF LECTURE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE
What Is Double Exposure Photography?
Double exposure photography refers to merging multiple images. The goal is to make them surreal, emotional, or humorous. They usually feature silhouettes.
Double exposure effect may look complicated at first. But it’s easy to make in-camera and in Adobe Photoshop. You don’t need a double exposure camera, as there are a few other ways you can create them.
In the editing world, you have endless possibilities. You can transform ordinary photographs into powerful masterpieces.
Figure 1.1
1. Using the Tilt-Shift Effect
Figure 1.2
Photoshop has a great tilt-shift tool that will transform your photos into soft works of art.
If you want to be extra creative, blur one of your photos instead of the entire image. Or blur everything except for one important detail.
To add this feature, go to Filter > Blur Gallery > Tilt-Shift.
2. Create fake reflection
Figure 1.3
There are many ways you can create reflections. One of them is creating a double-exposure with the help of a separate window photo.
This is an example of main subject surface with raindrops and bokeh. This help to add interesting textures to a multiple exposure photography.
3. Experiment with simple portraits and details textured
Figure 1.4
Combining something plain with something complicated will give you a balanced result. It will also save a lot of simple photos that you might discard.
4. Convert your results to Black & White
Figure 1.5
A lack of colour will strengthen the emotions in your double-exposure images. If you want to express your work in a vulnerable way, experiment with this.
It gives them a unique depth and allows you to experiment with something interesting just like film photography.
5. Work with silhouette
Figure 1.6
Many double exposure photographers choose to work with silhouettes. But what if you worked with silhouettes only?
It would give you a fun and doable challenge. And an opportunity to show very creative sides of yourself.
Try silhouettes of yourself, other people, or random objects. Anything else that catches your eye can create unique composite images.
6. Pick two random photo
Figure 1.7
A random process doesn’t mean it’s not meaningful. Your results might create a story of their own, one that others will find encouraging.
A lot of double exposures photography were happy accidents. But they led to great feedback and even greater creative growth. Try and forget about any other double-exposure ideas. Shoot interesting textures, shapes and forms instead.
7. Make simple objects look fascinating
Figure 1.8Take photos of everyday objects you usually take for granted. Try to make them look like something else.
A silhouette of a dull-looking building could become the outline of a starry sky like the photo below.
This technique will enhance your imagination.
8. Use Shadow
Figure 1.9
Outlines of any kind are fantastic to work with for double-exposure photography. Shadows are as effective as silhouettes in this genre. They’re fascinating to work with.
Take a photo of someone’s shadow and transform it into a story.
You can do anything your heart desires with outlines of this sort. All you have to do is go out, take photos of a few shadows, and turn them into something beautiful.
PHOTOSHOP : Blend Modes
Figure 1.10
Working with blend modes is almost always an experimental process. Because it’s nearly impossible to predict the results, you always seem to end up experimenting with different modes and Fill Opacities until you get the results you’re looking for.
Figure 1.11
Figure 1.12
A particular blending mode works really well on more difficult subjects like glass, smoke, fire and lightning. Take these images for example.
How to combine the smoke on top of the image of the musicians? A real mess could be made of this and it could become very difficult and time-consuming.
Here’s a quick guide:
Select the Layer 1 (Fire) to be on top of the Background (Musicians)
Go to the Blending Modes option
Select “Screen”
As a result, all of the pixels on the fire will be selected as Screen blending mode.
REFERENCE:
1. Tips for creating Double Exposure Photography.
2. Photoshop Blend Modes explained.
3. Complete guide to Blending Modes.
Project 4 – Self Titled Progression
Execution and Post Production
FINAL POSTER
TITLE: ANGEL NUMBER 888
ARTIST STATEMENT:
The concept is to bring out and illustrate calmness in the storm of the pandemic while creating something simple yet aesthetically pleasing. The message I wanted to bring out is that yes, we have to grind, but don’t forget to rest, we are all humans. Ultimately, what’s most important is to be a good human. Amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic, yes, there are drawbacks, but it brings us closer to our family either physically or spiritually. It also teaches us to be more independent with university classes or work. The flowing leaves tell us to go with the flow of life and the sparkle on my face is a reminder to always be grateful for all the big things and the little things. The 888 angel number signify how everything is falling into place, so don’t worry and go with the flow.
In addition to the statement above (last page), the elements inside my poster are:
Purple sky
Purple is half-blue, half-red, and it lies somewhere in between the serenity of blue and the passion of red. We are all living under the same sky. There is beauty is in everything, it depends on how you see it.
Autumn leaves flying
They represent that time of the year, which is September to early December. The motion also represents going with the flow.
Surgical Mask
It is to illustrate the current state we are in: The COVID-19 pandemic. I think it is cool in a way to create an artwork that is related to the pandemic because in the future, I can look back and say “Hey, this is the design I create during that lockdown” just by looking at the mask. There is that timeline embedded to works that has people wearing masks in it.
888 Angel Number
The 888 angel number is about infinity or the endless loop of energy. Seeing it means that you are effortlessly going with the natural flow and rhythm of what your angels have in store for you. In other words, it’s like a pat on the back and a reminder to be grateful for how far you’ve come.
And all of these factors that I mentioned are associated with living a balanced life during the Covid pandemic, so here comes my title “ANGEL NUMBER 888.”
FEEDBACK FROM LECTURER:
Mr. Fauzi says my poster looks good and asks me to proceed with animating it and he will assist me further later on.
REFLECTION:
I like how the poster turned out. It looks simple yet aesthetic. I think the mood of the photography and poster is soothing and great. I can use it as my phone lock screen now.
Double exposure photography refers to merging multiple images. The goal is to make them surreal, emotional, or humorous. They usually feature silhouettes.
Double exposure effect may look complicated at first. But it’s easy to make in-camera and in Adobe Photoshop. You don’t need a double exposure camera, as there are a few other ways you can create them.
In the editing world, you have endless possibilities. You can transform ordinary photographs into powerful masterpieces.
1. Using the Tilt-Shift Effect
Photoshop has a great tilt-shift tool that will transform your photos into soft works of art.
If you want to be extra creative, blur one of your photos instead of the entire image. Or blur everything except for one important detail.
2. Create fake reflection
There are many ways you can create reflections. One of them is creating a double-exposure with the help of a separate window photo.
This is an example of main subject surface with raindrops and bokeh. This help to add interesting textures to a multiple exposure photography.
Combining something plain with something complicated will give you a balanced result. It will also save a lot of simple photos that you might discard.
4. Convert your results to Black & White
A lack of colour will strengthen the emotions in your double-exposure images. If you want to express your work in a vulnerable way, experiment with this.
It gives them a unique depth and allows you to experiment with something interesting just like film photography.
5. Work with silhouette
Many double exposure photographers choose to work with silhouettes. But what if you worked with silhouettes only?
It would give you a fun and doable challenge. And an opportunity to show very creative sides of yourself.
Try silhouettes of yourself, other people, or random objects. Anything else that catches your eye can create unique composite images.
6. Pick two random photo
A random process doesn’t mean it’s not meaningful. Your results might create a story of their own, one that others will find encouraging.
A lot of double exposures photography were happy accidents. But they led to great feedback and even greater creative growth. Try and forget about any other double-exposure ideas. Shoot interesting textures, shapes and forms instead.
7. Make simple objects look fascinating
Take photos of everyday objects you usually take for granted. Try to make them look like something else.
A silhouette of a dull-looking building could become the outline of a starry sky like the photo below.
This technique will enhance your imagination.
8. Use Shadow
Outlines of any kind are fantastic to work with for double-exposure photography. Shadows are as effective as silhouettes in this genre. They’re fascinating to work with.
Take a photo of someone’s shadow and transform it into a story.
You can do anything your heart desires with outlines of this sort. All you have to do is go out, take photos of a few shadows, and turn them into something beautiful.
PHOTOSHOP : Blend Modes
Working with blend modes is almost always an experimental process. Because it’s nearly impossible to predict the results, you always seem to end up experimenting with different modes and Fill Opacities until you get the results you’re looking for.
A particular blending mode works really well on more difficult subjects like glass, smoke, fire and lightning. Take these images for example.
How to combine the smoke on top of the image of the musicians? A real mess could be made of this and it could become very difficult and time-consuming.
Here’s a quick guide:
Select the Layer 1 (Fire) to be on top of the Background (Musicians)
Go to the Blending Modes option
Select “Screen”
As a result, all of the pixels on the fire will be selected as Screen blending mode.
REFERENCE:
1. Tips for creating Double Exposure Photography.
2. Photoshop Blend Modes explained.
3. Complete guide to Blending Modes.
Project 4 – Self Titled Progression
Execution and Post Production
FINAL POSTER
TITLE: ANGEL NUMBER 888
ARTIST STATEMENT:
The concept is to bring out and illustrate calmness in the storm of the pandemic while creating something simple yet aesthetically pleasing. The message I wanted to bring out is that yes, we have to grind, but don’t forget to rest, we are all humans. Ultimately, what’s most important is to be a good human. Amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic, yes, there are drawbacks, but it brings us closer to our family either physically or spiritually. It also teaches us to be more independent with university classes or work. The flowing leaves tell us to go with the flow of life and the sparkle on my face is a reminder to always be grateful for all the big things and the little things. The 888 angel number signify how everything is falling into place, so don’t worry and go with the flow.
In addition to the statement above (last page), the elements inside my poster are:
Purple sky
Purple is half-blue, half-red, and it lies somewhere in between the serenity of blue and the passion of red. We are all living under the same sky. There is beauty is in everything, it depends on how you see it.
Autumn leaves flying
They represent that time of the year, which is September to early December. The motion also represents going with the flow.
Surgical Mask
It is to illustrate the current state we are in: The COVID-19 pandemic. I think it is cool in a way to create an artwork that is related to the pandemic because in the future, I can look back and say “Hey, this is the design I create during that lockdown” just by looking at the mask. There is that timeline embedded to works that has people wearing masks in it.
888 Angel Number
The 888 angel number is about infinity or the endless loop of energy. Seeing it means that you are effortlessly going with the natural flow and rhythm of what your angels have in store for you. In other words, it’s like a pat on the back and a reminder to be grateful for how far you’ve come.
And all of these factors that I mentioned are associated with living a balanced life during the Covid pandemic, so here comes my title “ANGEL NUMBER 888.”
FEEDBACK FROM LECTURER:
Mr. Fauzi says my poster looks good and asks me to proceed with animating it and he will assist me further later on.
REFLECTION:
I like how the poster turned out. It looks simple yet aesthetic. I think the mood of the photography and poster is soothing and great. I can use it as my phone lock screen now.
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