DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND IMAGING: Week 7

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND IMAGING: Week 7

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Irdhina binti Mazli Sham (0366894)

Digital Photography and Imaging - Bachelor of Design in Creative Media - Taylors University

Lecture | Tutorial | Practical [WEEK 7]


LECTURE

COLOUR THEORY
  • the science/art of using colours
  • how humans perceive colour 
  • messages colours communicate artistically and emotionally
RGB vs. CMYK
  • RGB: Red, Green, Blue
    • display colours on computer screen
    • colour by mixing RGB with different intensities
    • ex. TVs, Screens, Projectors
  • CMYK: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (Black)
    • primary colours of printing
    • colour by subtraction of light

HUE, SHADE, TINT AND TONE
  • Hue: denotes an object's colour
  • Shade: hue in which black is added
  • Tint: hue in which white is added
  • Tone: hue in which grey added

COLOUR HARMONY
  • MONOCHROMATIC
    • hard to make mistake and make distasteful colour scheme
  • ANALOGOUS
    • three colours located right next to each other on colour wheel
    • one of the three colours predominates
  • COMPLEMENTARY
    • colours opposite on the colour wheel
    • opposite of analogous and monochromatic
    • high contrast
    • make imagery pop but tiresome when overused
  • SPLIT-COMPLEMENTARY
    • use of three colours
    • start with one colour, find complement, use two colours on either side
  • TRIADIC
    • evenly spaced around colour wheel
    • bright and dynamic
    • creates visual contrast and harmony

    EXERCISE [TUTORIAL/PRACTICAL]

    DOUBLE EXPOSURE [WOMAN]

    The first exercise consists of combining several given photos to create a double exposure effect using Photoshop. I started off by making a selection mask on the main subject and add the forest photo with clipping mask to cover her face. The facial features are then revealed by creating a selection mask and mapping out their placement.
    Fig. 1.1. Progress screen shot of double exposure (1)


    Fig. 1.2. Progress screen shot of double exposure (1)


    The forest picture was then duplicated and inverted on the x-axis as shown in the screenshot below. The selection mask was also edited after inverting to suit the woman's silhouette. Birds are then added with a context of them flying out from the trees in mind.


    Fig. 1.3. Progress screen shot of double exposure (1)


    Fig. 1.4. Progress screen shot of double exposure (1)


    Clouds were then added followed by colour adjustments using gradient map.


    Fig. 1.5. Progress screen shot of double exposure (1)


    Fig. 1.6. Progress screen shot of double exposure (1)



    DOUBLE EXPOSURE [OWN PHOTO]

    Based of what was previously taught, I proceeded to repeat the double exposure exercise with different photos including one of myself. Instead of forests, I decided to use outer space as a theme.


    Fig. 1.7. Original photo


    Fig. 1.8. Galaxy 1


    Fig. 1.9. Galaxy 2


    Fig. 1.10. Planet


    I start off by decreasing saturation for all photos and removing background for the first photo. Afterwards, I added one of the galaxy photos in place of the face and used brush tool to create effect of "a galaxy wearing a veil". I also adjusted the values of the galaxy alongside my hijab so they go together better.

    Fig. 1.11. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)

    Fig. 1.12. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)


    To give texture to my jacket, I decided to use a planet for its rough texture and similar theme.

    Fig. 1.13. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)


    Then, I decided to a fading galaxy photo on the fingers in a gradient-like form similar to frostbite. This was done using a brush with decreased hardness and pressure. Additionally, I added a dark background as a "void" with the same planet as a centre for aesthetic purposes.

    Fig. 1.14. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)


    Once I was satisfied with the overall values and details, I proceeded to play around with gradient map to give the composition some colour. I also added a warmth radiating from the flower as a way to show contrast.


    Fig. 1.15. Monochromatic version of final composition

    Fig. 1.16. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)

    Fig. 1.17. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)

    Fig. 1.18. Progress screen shot of double exposure (2)



    FINAL RESULT


    Fig. 1.19. First final version Double Exposure (1)
     


    Fig. 1.20. First final version Double Exposure (1)



    Fig. 1.21. Final version Double Exposure (2)



    REFLECTION

    Double exposure is one of the things I was looking forward to learning because of how much you can get away with. While it takes time to meticulously care for each detail, the results can be quite nicely done if you know what you are doing.

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