Lighting Project

Describe

This is a picture of Charlotte using a whit board and north facing light. Additional lighting was used with a lighting sheet which added brightness to the subject. The background is blank since Charlotte's back is facing the board.

Analyze

 This picture is a bit grainy which makes it look like an old photo. The lighting was meant to light not just her face, but her figure as well. 

Interpret.

This lighting is meant to bring attention to the subject. The background gives nothing to distract the viewer. The focus isn't necessarily on her face since you can't see her eyes since she's looking down, but the focus is on her as a whole.

Judge 

I wanted this photo to be much clearer and more focused. It didn't turn out exactly as I hoped, but it still has a nice effect, looking like an old photo. I think it's successful on it's own, but not what I wanted it to be. 

Lighting with Scrim

Describe
This is a portrait of Charlotte using a scrim. The scrim is used to give a soft light to the subject's face. She's outside so there are trees in the background, but it is not relevant to this figurative piece.

Analyze
This piece has deep tones and soft lighting due to the scrim. This image is in focus and was done one purpose. The point was to capture her face more importantly, her eyes, while using soft lighting to accent her face.

Interpret
This piece is another beauty shot. This type of lighting is commonly used in fashion photography. This is a light image even with the dark, deep tones. Charlotte has a content, airy expression. This was taken outdoors, but the focus is on Charlotte's face.

Judge
I think this work is successful. It has contrast and soft lighting. I think it's one of my more successful photographs.