4.2 Light Painting
Objective
Paint with light to create a mesmerizing image through long a exposure.
| Find inspiration on the internet for a light painting photo. Choose a subject to “paint.” |
Use a tripod and long exposure to shoot your subject while painting light both onto the subject and into the lens with your phone’s flashlight and/or light wand. Studio photos can be found on the OneDrive link (see homepage). |
Open your favorite photo in Photoshop to crop, retouch, and correct the lighting. You can choose to make a photo composite using multiple photos and blending modes for a Grandmaster grade. |
| Photoshop: click on File > Export > Export As and select the JPG format. All exports should have the long edge equal to 2500px. |
Upload your photo into a gallery block on your WordPress.com website. Below, describe the objective of the project and how you approached it. |
Student Examples
Novice (50%)
Student does not complete all steps or submits work incorrectly.
Apprentice (80%)
Student completes most steps, has an out-of-focus or underexposed subject, or a lack of editing.
Master (100%)
Student completes all steps with proper camera settings, strong painting, and strong editing.
Grandmaster (Extra Credit)
Student expertly uses multiple images to create a superb photo composite.
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