1. Vocabulary for Lines
For this vocabulary exercise you will be breaking into groups of 5. Each student will be selecting on of the following terms to create a Verbal Visual Word Association(VVWA).
To create a VVWA you will take a piece of paper, fold it in half horizontally, then in half vertically. While it it still folded dog ear the inside center corner. When you unfold this should create a diamond in the center with four other quadrants. You will need to fill out the following information for your vocabulary term.
Once you have completed your card share out with your group so that you all have a good understanding of all of the words. Then we will discuss as a class.
For this vocabulary exercise you will be breaking into groups of 5. Each student will be selecting on of the following terms to create a Verbal Visual Word Association(VVWA).
- Line
- Art Elements
- Pattern
- Converge
- implied
To create a VVWA you will take a piece of paper, fold it in half horizontally, then in half vertically. While it it still folded dog ear the inside center corner. When you unfold this should create a diamond in the center with four other quadrants. You will need to fill out the following information for your vocabulary term.
- Center Diamond - The Word (create a visual mnemonic)
- Top Left - Definition of the Word
- Top Right - Image that reminds you of the definition
- Bottom Left - Analogy/ personal association
- Bottom Right - How it is used in photography
Once you have completed your card share out with your group so that you all have a good understanding of all of the words. Then we will discuss as a class.
Types of Lines
In this assignment we will be exploring 8 types of lines used to strengthen photographic compositions. These lines are:
2. Exploring Lines
For each of the Categories of lines , go to the associated link and answer the questions from the website.
Horizontal, Vertical and Diagonal lines
http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2013/10/10/street-photography-composition-lesson-3-diagonals/
1. What is a reciprocal line and how is it used in, "Henri Cartier-Bresson. ROMANIA. 1975. In a train"?
2. In, "Henri Cartier-Bresson. USA. 1947. Cape Cod, Mass, Independence Day", how does the hand gesture add to the energy and movement of the diagonal lines?
3. In, "Rene Burri. BRAZIL. 1960. Rio de Janeiro. Ministry of Health", how do the diagonal lines create multiple directions for the eye to follow?
Curved Lines
http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2013/11/05/street-photography-composition-lesson-8-curves/
1. In, "Abbas / GREAT BRITAIN. Belfast. A wall crumbles down after having been set on fire, presumably by the IRA", how do the curved lives add to the suspense/tension of the image?
2. In, "Henri Cartier-Bresson / France, 1932", How do the curved lines add movement to the frame?
3. In, "Eric Kim / Santa Monica, 2011", How are the curved lines also creating framing in the photograph?
Leading Lines
http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2013/10/16/street-photography-composition-lesson-4-leading-lines/
1. In, "Josef Koudelka : CZECHOSLOVAKIA. 1963. Slovakia. Jarabina", how does the leading line direct your eye?
2.In, "Henri Cartier-Bresson FRANCE. 1932. Marseille. The Allée du Prado", How does the change of camera angle effect the composition?
3. In, "Constantine Manos. USA. 1988. Florida. Daytona Beach. “American Color”, describe three movements that the lines draw for eye?
3. Inspiration Gallery
Go to any of the following galleries listed below. For each of the 8 types of lines, identify an image that use the line. Then in Photoshop mark-up the image to show how the lines are being used in each image. Post both images before and after and add the link to the original source. Then pick your favorite image from the group and in your own words describe how the lines are being used in the photo, the visual impact and way the lines move your eye within the image.
- Horizontal
- Vertical
- Diagonal
- Curved
- S-Curve
- Leading Line
- Implied
- Converging
2. Exploring Lines
For each of the Categories of lines , go to the associated link and answer the questions from the website.
Horizontal, Vertical and Diagonal lines
http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2013/10/10/street-photography-composition-lesson-3-diagonals/
1. What is a reciprocal line and how is it used in, "Henri Cartier-Bresson. ROMANIA. 1975. In a train"?
2. In, "Henri Cartier-Bresson. USA. 1947. Cape Cod, Mass, Independence Day", how does the hand gesture add to the energy and movement of the diagonal lines?
3. In, "Rene Burri. BRAZIL. 1960. Rio de Janeiro. Ministry of Health", how do the diagonal lines create multiple directions for the eye to follow?
Curved Lines
http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2013/11/05/street-photography-composition-lesson-8-curves/
1. In, "Abbas / GREAT BRITAIN. Belfast. A wall crumbles down after having been set on fire, presumably by the IRA", how do the curved lives add to the suspense/tension of the image?
2. In, "Henri Cartier-Bresson / France, 1932", How do the curved lines add movement to the frame?
3. In, "Eric Kim / Santa Monica, 2011", How are the curved lines also creating framing in the photograph?
Leading Lines
http://erickimphotography.com/blog/2013/10/16/street-photography-composition-lesson-4-leading-lines/
1. In, "Josef Koudelka : CZECHOSLOVAKIA. 1963. Slovakia. Jarabina", how does the leading line direct your eye?
2.In, "Henri Cartier-Bresson FRANCE. 1932. Marseille. The Allée du Prado", How does the change of camera angle effect the composition?
3. In, "Constantine Manos. USA. 1988. Florida. Daytona Beach. “American Color”, describe three movements that the lines draw for eye?
3. Inspiration Gallery
Go to any of the following galleries listed below. For each of the 8 types of lines, identify an image that use the line. Then in Photoshop mark-up the image to show how the lines are being used in each image. Post both images before and after and add the link to the original source. Then pick your favorite image from the group and in your own words describe how the lines are being used in the photo, the visual impact and way the lines move your eye within the image.
- Reuters - Use the right arrow to navigate.
- National Geographic Photo of the Day - Use the previous day button in the top left to browse back in time. Look in other photo galleries as well.
- CNN 25 photos of the week- look for images that use lines.
- This is colossal Photography blog - Scroll through the posts, select photos that use lines.
4. Shooting Assignment
Shoot at least 5 images that utilize each the 8 types of lines. That is a total of 40 images. Be creative, try new angles. This is a visual exercise so be open to new ways of seeing. Post your work to weebly. Create a separate slideshow with thumbnails for each technique. Make sure to title each of the slideshows.