Friday, April 17, 2026
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Weekly Photography Challenge - Still Life
Take 6 images in class.
Create a different composition for each image
Photography: Still Life Composition Challenge Rubric
| Criteria | 3 Points (Excellent) | 2 Points (Proficient) | 1 Point (Needs Improvement) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composition Technique | Demonstrates advanced compositional skills with deliberate use of rule of thirds, leading lines, and strategic framing | Shows basic understanding of compositional principles with some effective placement | Minimal compositional awareness |
| Lighting Quality | Masterful use of light and shadow that dramatically enhances the still life subject; creates depth and mood | Adequate lighting that partially highlights the subject's features | Poor lighting that obscures details or fails to create visual interest |
| Subject Selection | Thoughtfully chosen objects that create compelling narrative or visual complexity; unique and creative arrangement | Objects have some visual interest but lack depth of concept | Same subjects and same arrangement |
| Technical Execution | Razor-sharp focus, exceptional exposure, professional-level image quality | Generally clear images with minor technical imperfections | Blurry, poorly exposed, or technically weak photographs |
| Creative Interpretation | Innovative approach that transforms ordinary objects into extraordinary visual statements | Competent representation with some creative elements | Basic representation of still life objects |
| Conceptual Depth | Clear artistic statement or theme that communicates a sophisticated visual narrative | Partial exploration of a concept with moderate clarity | Lacks a concept or visual story |
WARHOL/POPART
https://warholfoundation.org/warhol/
For your Pop Art assignment you should photograph an object.
Using Photoshop
Work on each picture separately, experimenting with filters, gradient maps, colors, patterns.
Consider the contrast between the subject and the background.
-Open a new document in Photoshop, 8×12 or 12×8 inches
Open an image .Your photo or give photo credit to image used.
Using layer adjustments and filters to adjust image.
Merge down. Select with marquee tool. Use move tool to move to new canvas.
12 images one canvas
-Move the individual photos into the new document.
Post the original image and final collage to your blog.
- Convert the JPEG and post
Artist of the Week Andy Warhol
http://www.warhol.org/
https://www.warhol.org/andy-warhols-life/
| 1. How is the technical quality? 2. How’s the composition? 3. What do you find interesting about his work? |
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Artist of the Week Philippe Halsman
1. How is the technical quality?
3. What do you find interesting about his work?
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