STIPEND AND Education
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Stipend Program
NVPS has instituted a stipend program to encourage members to attend
educational classes and workshops, or enter art shows.
Reimbursements of up to 50 percent of the class fee may be requested
with a maximum reimbursement of $35.
NVPS will also provide a member with a one-time $20 art show entry fee.
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EDUCATION
A guide to critiquing photographs
Composition:
Is there a sense that this is a visually pleasing photograph?
Does it follow the Rule of Thirds?
Does the subject stand out, or are there unnecessary distracting elements in the photo?
Is the horizon level?
Does the subject fill the frame, or would it benefit from cropping?
Observe the foreground and the background. Did the photographer use depth-of-field effectively?
Are there leading lines that take your eye to the subject?
Is there a nice texture throughout the image?
Technical:
Is the subject in the photo in focus?
Is it properly exposed?
A good exposure means that you have some amount of detail in shadows.
Does it have too much digital noise?
Is the photo over-processed in post-production?
Did the photographer choose the right lens and shoot from the best possible vantage point?
Are the colors accurately represented?
Is the lighting "flat" with no contrast in different elements?
Impact:
Does the photo tell a story?
What kind of impact does the photograph have on you?
What do you like about it?
Is it an emotional shot, a statement, or humorous?
Also remember that there's no right or wrong in photography.
The Rule of Thirds, for example, can be broken with beautiful results. Consider which elements turn a snapshot into a stunning photograph.
Being objective and identify the strong points of the images, but also remember that adverse remarks should be stated in a manner so as to indicate how the image might be improved.
Good judgment and common sense goes a long way and should be used at all times.
Choosing 12-15 of your best shots is not an overwhelming number and helps to really show where you strengths lie.
A good comment goes something like this... saying "I like the sky" is useless. "I like the color of the sky" is better. "I like the deep blue color of the sky because it contrasts nicely with the yellows and reds in the photo" is perfect. Put some thought into it, and keep it positive!
Is there a sense that this is a visually pleasing photograph?
Does it follow the Rule of Thirds?
Does the subject stand out, or are there unnecessary distracting elements in the photo?
Is the horizon level?
Does the subject fill the frame, or would it benefit from cropping?
Observe the foreground and the background. Did the photographer use depth-of-field effectively?
Are there leading lines that take your eye to the subject?
Is there a nice texture throughout the image?
Technical:
Is the subject in the photo in focus?
Is it properly exposed?
A good exposure means that you have some amount of detail in shadows.
Does it have too much digital noise?
Is the photo over-processed in post-production?
Did the photographer choose the right lens and shoot from the best possible vantage point?
Are the colors accurately represented?
Is the lighting "flat" with no contrast in different elements?
Impact:
Does the photo tell a story?
What kind of impact does the photograph have on you?
What do you like about it?
Is it an emotional shot, a statement, or humorous?
Also remember that there's no right or wrong in photography.
The Rule of Thirds, for example, can be broken with beautiful results. Consider which elements turn a snapshot into a stunning photograph.
Being objective and identify the strong points of the images, but also remember that adverse remarks should be stated in a manner so as to indicate how the image might be improved.
Good judgment and common sense goes a long way and should be used at all times.
Choosing 12-15 of your best shots is not an overwhelming number and helps to really show where you strengths lie.
A good comment goes something like this... saying "I like the sky" is useless. "I like the color of the sky" is better. "I like the deep blue color of the sky because it contrasts nicely with the yellows and reds in the photo" is perfect. Put some thought into it, and keep it positive!
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HDR presentation
NVPS member Philip Venable gave a step-by-step presentation on how to create HDR photos from the field to the digital darkroom. His instruction was enhanced by a PowerPoint presentation including screen shots of processing photos using Photomatix and HDR Efex software programs.
Trial versions of the software can be downloaded from:
http://www.hdrsoft.com for Photomatix;
http://www.niksoftware.com/downloads/usa/entry.php?view=software for HDR Efex.
To download the PowerPoint presentation click here.
Trial versions of the software can be downloaded from:
http://www.hdrsoft.com for Photomatix;
http://www.niksoftware.com/downloads/usa/entry.php?view=software for HDR Efex.
To download the PowerPoint presentation click here.
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Photography Degree Directory
PhotographyDegree.com has a compilation of resources including articles that will let you learn everything you need to know about getting a degree through the Guide to Photography Programs. This includes the classes you will have to take to earn a photography degree and the job outlook for photography professionals.
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