35mm Film Photography Week 2
Note: class not currently offered,
See my digital photo class

Week Two - Aperture Priority:
Review of student’s homework
Comparing “Photograph” and “Snap Shot”
How aperture and shutter speed combine to determine exposure
“One over Focal Length” rule for hand held shooting
Introduction to camera metering and modes (center, matrix, spot)
Relationship of F/stops and depth of field
Using Aperture Priority mode

Homework:
1) Using a lens between 70mm and 150mm
2) Shoot a close object or person in front of distant background three ways
     a) Shallow depth of field (typical setting F/1.4 to F/4)
     b) Medium depth of field (typical setting F/5.6 to F/8)
     c) Large depth of field (typical setting F/11 to F/22)
3) This exercise is best shot outdoors or with a tripod. Bring you favorite of each assignment to the next class (3 prints).

Homework Example