P1_Cathy

Rule of Thirds Assignment

Cathy Carpenter Group: VSpacers1 Title: A Moment's Rest Tags: Azulejos, Azules communes, helicons, Colombian birds Self Evaluation || Shutter speed and aperture were poorly chosen and do not match the concept. || || Title and tags were adequately chosen and written to express the content and concept. Spelling and word choice are good with only minor errors. || Title and tags were poorly chosen and written to express the content and concept. Contains multiple spelling errors or wrong word choices. || (45-50 pts.) || 80 – 89% (40 - 44 pts.) || <80% (<40 pts.) || **Comments**: This photograph fits the category because it follows the rule of thirds rule very well. It is enhanced by the fact that the blue color of the bird draws you into that 2/3 area as well as the red helicon bringing you down to the blue bird with the lines of the flower. The lines formed by the leaves bring your attention back and forth through the picture and keep you moving inside the image. The rule of thirds is evident in this photo.
 * Category || Strong || Adequate || Weak ||
 * Concept || Does an outstanding job of communicating the concept. || Does an adequate job communicating the concept. || Does a poor job communicating the concept. ||
 * Composition || Photograph uses composition principles very effectively. || Photograph does a good job using composition principles. || Photograph does a poor job using composition principles. ||
 * Focus || Focus is a perfect match with the concept of the shot. || Focus is an adequate match with the concept of the shot.  || Focus is a poor match with the concept of the shot. ||
 * Technical Aspects || Shutter speed and aperture were perfectly chosen to match concept. || Shutter speed and aperture were adequately chosen to match concept.
 * Depth of Field || Excellent use of depth-of-field. || Adequate use of depth-of-field. || Poor use of depth-of-field. ||
 * Title/tags || Title and tags were perfectly chosen and written to express the content and concept. Spelling and word choice are excellent with no mistakes.
 * ** Instructor evaluates this section ** ||
 * Self Critique || Excellent self-assessment. Written comments meet or exceed requirements. || Adequate self-assessment. Written comments meet requirements. || Poor self-assessment. Written comments do not meet requirements. ||
 * Peer Critique || Excellent peer assessment. Written comments meet or exceed requirements. || Adequate peer assessment. Written comments meet requirements. || Poor peer assessment. Written comments do not meet requirements. ||
 * Peer Comments || Peer comments exceed expectations. || Peer comments meet expectations. One or two comments might be missing. || Three or more peer comments were missing, incomplete or poorly written. ||
 * Total Points || >89%
 * Total Points || >89%

The value of this assignment for me is to more conscientiously evaluate my photographs as to why they are effective. For whatever reason, I have a naturally good instinct with composition and take good pictures composition-wise without thinking about it. Understanding more of the techniques associated with photography helps me to explain to others how to take good pictures as well instead of not really being able to help them --my mother unfortunately is a head-shaker because she can't hold the camera still to save her life but I keep trying to help her. Peer Critique for Cathy Carpenter Name: Stephanie Jackson

Cathy you did an excellent job illustrating the rule of thirds. The heliconia was positioned in 1/3 of the space along a vertical line. My eyes were drawn to it immediately. Your focus was sharp and produced a very clear image. Your title and tags were appropriate to the photograph. The contrast of colors is amazing. You certainly have a natural instinct.

My suggestion for improvement would be to position the bird on the flower on the left of the photograph instead of the center. This way the viewer could take in what's in front, not behind especially since the bird is facing the right. In other words, lead us to where the bird might be looking as he flew into the picture. I did notice the flower before the bird and my eyes were not drawn to it immediately but I see the fluidity in the photo especially after reading your personal critique. I personally loved the photo as is. (45-50 pts.) || 80 – 89% (40 - 44 pts.) || <80% (<40 pts.) || Critique Comments:
 * Category || Strong || Adequate || Weak ||
 * Concept || Does an outstanding job of communicating the concept. || Does an adequate job communicating the concept. || Does a poor job communicating the concept. ||
 * Composition || Photograph uses composition principles very effectively. || Photograph does a good job using composition principles. || Photograph does a poor job using composition principles. ||
 * Focus || Focus is a perfect match with the concept of the shot. || Focus is an adequate match with the concept of the shot. || Focus is a poor match with the concept of the shot. ||
 * Technical Aspects || Shutter speed and aperture were perfectly chosen to match concept. || Shutter speed and aperture were adequately chosen to match concept. || Shutter speed and aperture were poorly chosen and do not match the concept. ||
 * Depth of Field || Excellent use of depth-of-field. || Adequate use of depth-of-field. || Poor use of depth-of-field. ||
 * Title/tags || Title and tags were perfectly chosen and written to express the content and concept. Spelling and word choice are excellent with no mistakes. || Title and tags were adequately chosen and written to express the content and concept. Spelling and word choice are good with only minor errors. || Title and tags were poorly chosen and written to express the content and concept. Contains multiple spelling errors or wrong word choices. ||
 * ** Instructor evaluates this section ** ||
 * Self Critique || Excellent self-assessment. Written comments meet or exceed requirements. || Adequate self-assessment. Written comments meet requirements. || Poor self-assessment. Written comments do not meet requirements. ||
 * Peer Critique || Excellent peer assessment. Written comments meet or exceed requirements. || Adequate peer assessment. Written comments meet requirements. || Poor peer assessment. Written comments do not meet requirements. ||
 * Peer Comments || Peer comments exceed expectations. || Peer comments meet expectations. One or two comments might be missing. || Three or more peer comments were missing, incomplete or poorly written. ||
 * Total Points || >89%
 * Total Points || >89%

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