There are some camera angle of view which is used in photography.

EYE LEVEL

COWBOY SHORT

SHOULDER LEVEL

HIGH ANGLE

LOW ANGLE

KNEE LEVEL

Camera Shot Size Overview

Extreme close-up shot (ECU)

Close-up shot (CU)

Medium close-up shot (MCU)

Medium shot (MS)

Long shot (LS)

Very long shot (VLS)

Extreme long shot (ELS)

Short videos to show camera movements.

Pan

Tilt

Push in

WEEK 4

Composition in photography.

Rule of Thirds.

Leading Lines.

Diagonals.

Framing.

Fill the frame.

Center Dominant eye.

Patterns.

Repetition.

Week 5.

Visual Storytelling.

Visual storytelling through image sequences refers to the use of multiple images to tell a story or convey a message. By combining multiple images in a sequence, a narrative can be created that takes the viewer on a journey, building suspense or anticipation and culminating in a satisfying conclusion. One common form of visual storytelling through image sequences is the photo essay. A photo essay typically consists of a series of photographs that tell a story or explore a theme. The images are carefully selected and arranged to create a narrative that is both visually and emotionally compelling.

REFERENCE.

Are City Dogs Better Off Than Country Dogs? – LIFE

Celebrities’ Best Friends – LIFE

I used the above link as reference as I worked on my storytelling abilities. These are some of the photos I’ve tried to take.

 

Week 6.

Storyboard and Visual Narratives in Photography.

Another form of visual storytelling through image sequences is the storyboard. A storyboard is a visual representation of a film or video, consisting of a series of drawings or sketches that depict the key scenes and camera angles. Storyboards are commonly used in film and video production to plan and visualize the final product before filming begins.

In both photo essays and storyboards, the key to effective visual storytelling is to carefully select and sequence the images to create a narrative that is engaging and memorable. This may involve using a mix of close-up and wide-angle shots, adjusting the lighting and color to create a particular mood, and incorporating visual cues to guide the viewer’s attention.

Overall, visual storytelling through image sequences is a powerful way to communicate ideas and emotions, build suspense, and create a memorable narrative.

In this session, we’ll learn how to create a storyboard and how to follow a script. Setting the situation and planning the shots are done using the storyboard. With a storyboard, we can polish our images and decide what and how to take pictures as photographers.

STORYBORAD.

We started taking pictures after creating a storyboard. Having a storyboard was quite helpful since we could work properly on it and had a good idea of how we wanted our frame to look.

Working BTS.

Final Result.

We tried to capture the life of a mannequin through a series of images. This life is continually hidden from view, but when required, it is brought into the light and made to appear more positive and appealing. But now that the need is no longer there, it has been pushed into a corner. There will be people in our lives who just desire to use us for their personal gain, and they will stop caring about us once the work is done. Therefore, never allow anyone to profit from your talent or your efforts.

Week 7.

Bridge CC tips and techniques.

In this week’s lesson, we learn how to choose photographs by rating them before making a decision. We also learn about color correction and how to arrange it into a sequence that fits into your story board. Additionally, we also learn about color corrections in Lightroom.

 

Before image.                                After image.

Week 8.

This week was the submission week, so we reviewed and polished our assessment before submitting it.

Assignment 1.

Influences.

reference from W. Eugene Smith’s photographs for illustrating a doctor’s journey.

 

W. Eugene Smith was a renowned American photojournalist who captured powerful images that told stories of the human condition. One of his most iconic works is his photo essay on Dr. Albert Schweitzer, a physician who dedicated his life to serving the people of Gabon in Africa. In this photo essay, Smith documented Schweitzer’s journey as a doctor, from his early days as a medical student to his work in Africa. The photographs captured Schweitzer’s dedication to his patients and his tireless efforts to provide medical care to those in need. Through Smith’s photographs, we see Schweitzer examining patients, performing surgery, and caring for the sick and injured. We also see the conditions in which he worked, including the makeshift hospital and the primitive medical equipment. But the photographs also capture the human side of Schweitzer’s work. We see him interacting with his patients and their families, offering comfort and reassurance. We see the gratitude and respect that the people of Gabon had for him, and we see the profound impact that his work had on their lives.

Overall, W. Eugene Smith’s photographs of Dr. Albert Schweitzer’s journey as a doctor serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, dedication, and service in the medical profession. They show us that being a doctor is not just a job, but a calling, and that the impact that one person can have on the lives of others is immeasurable.

Steve McCurry – known for his iconic portrait “Afghan Girl” and his coverage of conflicts in Afghanistan and elsewhere.

Steve McCurry is an American photographer known for his evocative and striking images that capture the human condition. He first gained international recognition with his coverage of the Soviet-Afghan War in the 1980s, and his photographs from that conflict earned him the prestigious Robert Capa Gold Medal. One of McCurry’s most iconic images is the portrait “Afghan Girl,” which he took in a refugee camp in Pakistan in 1984. The image of the young girl with piercing green eyes became famous when it was featured on the cover of National Geographic in 1985, and it has since become one of the most recognizable photographs in the world. McCurry has covered conflicts and social issues around the world, including the Gulf War, the Iraq War, and the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. He has also documented everyday life in cultures around the world, including India, Tibet, and Southeast Asia.

In addition to his photography, McCurry has published several books, including “The Path to Buddha: A Tibetan Pilgrimage,” “In the Shadow of Mountains,” and “Steve McCurry: A Life in Pictures.” He has received numerous awards for his work, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Royal Photographic Society.

 

Story :- Music is a key.

There was a person who was feeling frustrated while working on his computer. He had been working on a project for hours, and things just weren’t going as planned. He was feeling stressed and overwhelmed, so he decided to take a break. He stepped outside to get some fresh air and clear his head. As he went garden, he started listening to his favorite music on his headphones. The beat and lyrics of the music started to lift his mood, and he found himself feeling much better. After a few minutes of fresh air and listening to music, he felt ready to return to his work. He headed back to his office with a renewed sense of energy and enthusiasm. As he sat down at his computer, he found that his frustration had melted away, and he was able to approach his work with a more positive mindset.

Storyboard.

Storyboard for my final idea.

Storyboard for first idea which did not work.(page 1)

(page 2)

Storyboard for second idea and this did not work.(page 1)

(page 2)

Final sequence of images.

Music is a key.

 

Contact Sheet.

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Editing process.

BEFORE.

AFTER.

Assignment Journey.

This assessment was both interesting and challenging . First of all, I did find any inspiration for telling a story using images. Then suddenly, I got an idea to document a man who cleans trains every day while working as a tube cleaner in a tube station. The rubbish that is spread by individuals in such a way that they leave newspapers on seats, coffee cups behind seats, and paper napkins on train floors.   But, it is getting worse every day that he goes to work. By these photographs, I hope to convey the viewpoint of a cleaner relating his thoughts on people. He believes that although people are educated, there are still some fundamentals missing from everyone’s life. He begins his day with the belief that it would become better over time and keep doing his job with full of passion.

 But since taking pictures in a tube station requires a permit from TFL, which may take some time to approve, I leave that plan and head to the park for another photography idea. My basic plan was to photograph people enjoying themselves on sunny Sundays. I got photos of children playing in parks, people walking around the park and playing with their dogs, and on  other side, people painting their shops because it’s the one day of the week to do extra work. Sadly, however, this also did not worked.

I then created another narrative about a man who was frustrated while using his computer. Hours had passed while he worked on a project, but nothing seemed to be going according to plan. He made the decision to take a break because he was feeling stressed and overwhelmed. He went outside to breathe some fresh air and relax. He put on his headphones and began to listen to his favorite music as he walked in the garden. He began to feel considerably better as the music’s beat and lyrics started to uplift him. He felt ready to get back to work after some time spent outside and enjoying some music. He returned to his office full of fresh vigor and passion. He discovered that his anger had subsided as he sat down at his computer and was able to approach his work with a more upbeat attitude. In two hours, the storyboard, photography, and editing were all finished. Additionally, I got some wonderful images for this work.

I used a Nikon D810 camera and a Sigma 70-200mm zoom lens for this project. I also used a 24-70mm lens, and I worked with an ISO range of 100 to 400 because the weather was good and sunny, so I didn’t push the setting. My shutter speed and aperture were constantly changing, ranging from f/4 to f/5.6 and occasionally f/8, and my shutter speed ranged from 250 to 800.

Week 9.

Lighting Setups for Portrait Photography.

There are literally limitless combinations for portrait photography lighting, but seven fundamental types of lighting setup are majorly used.

Split Lighting.

Split lighting is exactly what the name implies. When used in photography, it will illuminate the face in such a way that one half will be in the light and the other half will be in the shadow. As a result, you will have a dramatic image which can be used for model or celebrity portraits and other works of art whose aim is to make a statement. Most photographers say that this type of lighting works better with men than it does with women, however, there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to photography. If you use this lighting to make a statement and you end up with a great and dramatic image, there is no harm at all in going with it.

Loop Lighting.

This is the second most popular photography style. This is a technique whereby you will need to have the light at an angle of 45 degrees above the person whose portrait you are making. The technique is aimed at creating a nose shadow that loops down onto their cheek at an angle. Most of the face will be illuminated in this type of lighting.

Butterfly Lighting.

This is the third most popular lighting style for studio portrait photography. When you place the camera directly in front of a source of light, you are able to create a butterfly shadow. This shadow illuminates the object and creates the most interesting images of their portrait. This is the ideal type of lighting that is needed when you want to soften facial features. For instance, people who have wrinkles look younger when photographed using this lighting. The style is also used to create patterns such as shadows under the chins and the cheeks.

Short Lighting.

Short lighting is a lighting technique in photography where the main light source is positioned to illuminate the side of the subject facing away from the camera. This results in a greater portion of the subject being in shadow, with only a small area of the face or body being illuminated by the light. Short lighting can be used to create a dramatic or moody effect, and is often used in portrait photography to emphasize the shape and contours of the subject’s face or body. It can also be used in still life and product photography to highlight textures and shapes.

Rembrandt Lighting.

This lighting style is named after the painter because he was fond of using the lighting style in his portraits. The difference which exists between this lighting type and others is that it has a triangle of light that touches the nose. The shadow of the nose and the cheek in this style meet, creating a trapped triangle in the middle which is often the nose.

 

Rim Lighting.

Rim light is a lighting technique in photography where a light source is positioned behind the subject, and aimed towards the camera, creating a halo or rim of light around the edges of the subject. The result is a separation between the subject and the background, which can help to emphasize the subject’s shape and create a three-dimensional effect.

Class workshop.

We used a strip box at about 45 degrees by increasing Hight form the subject level for this shot.

For this photograph, we used only one light, which was placed on the top of the subject head, approximately 180 degrees from the camera.

We just used one light for this shot, which was at about 90 degrees from the camera.

We just used one light for this shot, which was at about 45 degrees from the camera.

Week 10.

Dabbu Ratnani.

Dabboo Ratnani is a well-known Indian fashion photographer who is particularly famous for his annual celebrity calendar. Ratnani often uses strong and directional lighting to create high contrast images with deep shadows and bright highlights. This technique can add drama and depth to his photographs. His frequently experiments with different camera angles, using low angles, high angles, and other unconventional perspectives to create dynamic and visually interesting images. He is known for incorporating unusual props and settings into his photographs, such as smoke, mirrors, water, and other elements that add a sense of drama and intrigue to the image. Ratnani often uses bold and intense colors in his photographs, which can add energy and vibrancy to the image.

Daboo Ratnani used rembrandt lighting, which was placed at a 30-degree angle to his subject, as well as a reflector, as shown by the light that can be seen on the model’s legs. Technique he used was low angle lighting that was just above their heads and angled downward. Set the light’s height and angle such that it shines on the subject’s face and catches the light in their eyes.

He used broad lighting as well as back lighting set at 225 degrees, In order to highlight the back of the head in this photograph.

He used butterfly lighting in this third picture by placing a softbox just above the camera.

Class workshop.

Produced amazing images with a key light set at 45 degrees and one rim light, both with red gel.

 

Shot photos with various color rim lights while using the same set-up.

For the photo,  just used the rim light.

Week 11.

We had an amazing time having part in the fashion shoot last week; the atmosphere was fantastic, and the setup for lighting was exactly same to that used in industry. We also had a wonderful opportunity to engage with fashion students.

 Also we had the opportunity to speak with a production team about how people work together and how important storyboard is.

Class workshop.

Using a reflector and a single key light.

At 90 degrees, used a different gel on a strip box.

I used two different gels on a strip box at 90 degrees and one as a back light.

Week12.

I want to experiment with color painting using shutter speed on my model for this week’s workshop. I believe that lighting can be used to create interesting effects, and I can’t wait to test this out on a human model after practicing with objects outside the university.

The images below are some of my favorite photos.

I want to paint light onto my subject in order to create the image for my first photograph. Rushyang is colleague and my modal. So, in order to create this image, I’ll use shutter speed. As for lighting, I believe I’ll use just one sport light to paint light on the model. So I’ll be sitting, using a manual shutter speed, moderate lighting exposure, and trying to get to the target.

Exploring various lighting concepts.

To create this shot, I used three lights: a greed light for lighting the background, a soft box with orange gel to create a sharp contrast on the model’s face and body, and a boom light with blue gel.

To create this image, I utilized only two flash lighting with blue and red gels, set the camera shutter speed to 8″, and painted light on both sides of the model. To create this image, I used two flash lights with blue and red gels, set the camera shutter speed to 11″, and painted light on both sides of the model while using a flash of soft box.

Stop Motion.

Script of the Story

Unity Is Strength.

Assignment 2 Work.

Inspired by Dabbu Ratnani.

Dabboo Ratnani is a well-known Indian celebrity photographer well recognised for his annual calendar photos with Bollywood stars. His work is well-known for its innovative and artistic approach to capturing the spirit and individuality of the people he pictures. So I used a light setup I learned from a one of the photography  professor  and made some interesting shots.

 

I’m Rushil Vyas, and I’m studying BSC(hon) VFx at the University of West London. I have done fashion makeup photography. I recently collaborated with Darcee Delamar, a professional makeup artist who is graduating from Delemar Academy this year. Moreover, we worked together to create this image, and the lights that were used for it were an octa, a grid light from the back as a rim light, and a softbox from the front to highlight the make-up. I used an industrial set for this session, which I learned from a professional photographer and used it to generate these stunning images. Along with that I used white tharmocol reflectors for the walls and roof, and then put a reflector at Waist level to remove shadow . The results turned out to be really fantastic. Darce’s make-up skills are amazing, and if you want to contact her, email her on darceedarcee@gmail.com, or you may DM her on Instagram @dxrcee.mua. For collaboration inquiries feel free to email me at rushilvfx24@gmail.com or hit me a DM on Instragarm @rushil_vfx and let’s create the best captures out there.

Artist’s Statement.

Rushil Vyas, (Instagram @rushil vfx) a BSc (Hons) Visual Effects student at the University of West London, collaborated with Darcee Delamar (Instagram @drcee.mua), a soon-to-graduate makeup artist from Delmar Academy. The collaboration produced a series of images carefully lit in the photography studio inspired by the Bollywood visual language and fashion photography.

Call Sheet And Planning.

Contact Sheet.

 

 

Retouching.

Final Images.

Behind the scene of the Project.

Exhibition of Photographs 

From June 7 to June 21, this photography work was shown on the walls of Ealing Project on Ealing Broadway. Exposure of your work is the most effective technique to interact with people. Big thanks to our professor for providing us with this opportunity.