A Formal Concern: Shooting Assignment

Imogen Cunningham

Now that you have looked at how the principles of design can be interpreted both formally (composition) and conceptually (idea), it's time to approach subject matter that you're interested in and put these design principles to use.

Shoot one roll of 24 black and white exposures that clearly explore one of the two principles of design you chose to study in your sketchbook. You must demonstrate ways of illustrating this principle of design both formally and conceptually. Apply the photographic principles of composition, (fill the frame, edges of the frame, rule of thirds, leading lines, etc.) to guide your compositions. Consider technical aspects as well, such as lighting, bracketing (when necessary), and depth of field/shutter speed. Choose a subject that's interesting and unique to you, (portraiture, landscape, interiors, etc.)

One roll of film and contact sheet DUE: Tuesday, 10/21