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29/9/2016
Leanne Faye 0327020


My current hobby/obsession. I attended a workshop for pointed pen calligraphy. Ever since then, I have never been this in love with writing ever before. Pointed pen calligraphy requires more skills as we have to control the pressure. The workshop started off with practicing drills and showing us the proper way to hold the oblique pen. It was definitely not easy at first, but I got the hang of it really fast. I wanted to learn calligraphy is mainly because I have been watching people online doing calligraphy for the longest time, I decided to stop looking and start learning. Practice makes perfect. The photos below are taken during the workshop.









practicing at home


Details of the workshop:

 Website - http://www.kligraphy.com/product/basic-pointed-pen-calligraphy-workshop/

Location:
The Alphabet Press11, Jalan SS 26/8, Taman Mayang Jaya,
47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia







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23/9/2016
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Leanne Faye
Exercise 6) Series of 5

Lecture:
Today's lecture was about consistency in a series of five pictures. Mr. Vinod showed us a few examples of street photography. He explained to us some simple tips for street photography from his experience. Mr. Vinod also showed us some good examples of series photography. After that, he checked our picture that we took last week and printed it out at a professional printing lab. We were left out early and we were asked to start shooting our series every week or we will not be able to finish it on time. 

Exercise instructions
Exercise 6) Series of 5
What makes a good/average/poor series with regard to consistency
1. Good consistency: variation within the theme / eclectic mix with a good range but bound strong unmistakable mood and style.
2. Average Consistency: some variation within the theme / an acceptable mix with a range loosely bound around a mood and style.
3. Poor Consistency: not much variation within the theme / monotonous mix with a poor range bound poorly with weak mood and style.

All 5 images must maintain an identity by way of mood and style. Consistency while
required must not be predictable, suitable variations within the theme needs to be present in the series.

Exercise 6) Series of 5 
1)

 2)

3)


4) 

5)


Screenshots:





Feedback:

The choice of old building is interesting, but must narrow your focus to a specific type of building or area within the building so that it is not to wide and one can compare and contrast the same area in different locations. No 4 and 1 looked interesting but more needs to be done. Long way to go if excellent work is to be achieved. You need to redouble your efforts.

Reflection
Experience
For this week's series, I went to Petaling Street in Kuala Lumpur to shoot the ruins and old buildings. It was took in the afternoon when the sun was very bright, almost blinding. In my series, I took pictures of corners, buildings, stairs and even abandoned piles of metal plates to show the beauty of the discarded things on the street. After trying out street photography, it is not easy at all. I tried to follow Mr. Vinod's approach for street photography, like setting aperture, ISO and shutter speed when reached the location then only continue to shoot the pictures. I had to shoot really fast to avoid people noticing but it is easier to take building or objects because then I can take my time. Overall, I really enjoyed this experience, this exercise also gave me an excuse to visit Petaling Street and be tourist for a day. I also used Photoshop to edit the pictures after shooting. I adjusted the brightness, contrast and exposure. 

Observation
 I observed that I got fairly better pictures when I go out and explore different places than taking my picture in campus. When shooting outdoors in public, people tend to stare so I had to act like a tourist but people must be wondering why is this tourist taking pictures of a corner and not taking pictures of the market. I observed that tourist spots are quite packed so it is impossible to take isolation pictures of people. 

Findings
From this week's lecture, I learned that we have to choose the correct topic because we would to go visit the place again and again at the same time of the day to maintain the lighting condition. Reconnaissance for the first few tries then decide which time of the day would be suitable. The people and place must look good and have potential in photography. If the place is not interesting, we would not be able to produce interesting pictures. We must bring our cameras everywhere we go. I also understand that the presence of the photographer must not affect the natural environment or situation after doing this exercise. I tried using Mr. Vinod's approach which is act like we're interested on what the people is doing to distract them. Consistency is not monotony. After using Photoshop for a few times, I got used to it. I used Photoshop very minimally.


Further references: 

Reading materials

Street Photography Kuala Lumpur by Che' Ahmad Azhar
http://invisiblephotographer.asia/2012/03/12/photoessay-klstreetphotography-cheahmadazhar/#.VYwMvlBmKqg.twitter

City Space Photography
http://www.fubiz.net/2013/10/02/city-space-photography/

The Infinite Beauty of Classic Japanese Architecture
http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/yasuhiro-ishimoto-katsura-imperial-villa?
utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pulsenews



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22/9/2016
Leanne Faye 0327020


Poster for Minus Thirty Celsius



Official ceremony: TUESDAY 23 Aug, 2016
Time: 10 am
Venue: Center of Design and Architecture (CODA at TULC Commercial Block).

About MINUS THIRTY DEGREES: Most photographers take weather as part of their important factor and consideration in order to obtain ideal photographic results. However, Alex's approach is to use weather and it’s ever changing phenomena as his artistic subject of investigation. Investigating fog and mist formation as his metaphoric subject in the Himalayan borderlands, Wong continues to arrest subject and condition that is below 30 celsius. "The chilling and unfriendliness weather condition keeps people away, and I find it strangely beautiful. It endures my presence, but it is rarely welcoming. The deep silence sounds like eternity, and makes me alive again," Alex describes of his photography. Exhibition begins August 22 – September 2, 2016

ABOUT THE ARTIST: Dr. Yoong Wah Alex Wong grew up in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Since January 2003, he is a faculty member at Sabancı University, Istanbul, Turkey, giving courses in the area of Digital Modeling, Computer Animation, Digital Video, Motion Graphics and Arts. He is the Erasmus coordinator at Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. In 2006 and 2014, he received the Graduating Class Teaching Award from all faculties at Sabancı University. In 2010, he received the Teaching Award at Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Sabancı University.






























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16/9/2016
ITP
Leanne Faye
Exercise 5) Editing 

Lecture:

For this week, there was no lecture and tutorial due to public holiday, Malaysia Day. We had a day off but the exercise was put up on TiMes by Mr. Vinod. Therefore, we had to complete the exercise on our own during the weekend. During last week's lecture, Mr. Vinod also did roughly explain what to do and expect for the exercise on TiMes which is taking a series of 5 pictures.

Exercise instructions

Exercise 5) Editing & Printing (ungraded)

After capturing images around the campus/out-of-campus, select the best image in your estimation, edit and prepare the image file with white borders (as directed during the Editing exercise) and print an 8x10 print from Photomedia:

Printing @ Photomedia

Add: 44 (top floor), SS2/67, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D.E., Malaysia.
Tel: +603 7865 5227 Fax: +603 7875 5227


Exercise 5) Editing 
Series of Five Pictures
1)
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/640

 2)
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/200

3) 
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/160

4) 
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/100

5) 
ISO 250, F5.6, 1/640

Photo Editing:
Added border in Photoshop

Edited some exposure adjustments using Photoshop (try-out)

Screenshots:



Feedback:
The edited image conformed to the instructions delivered via youtube. The choice of image was good. The print looked good as well. Well done. The series of five unfortunately was not very strong as a topic area. You need to really select a more appropriate and interesting topic area.

Reflection
Experience
There was no lecture for this week but my overall experience in doing this exercise was quite smooth besides the fact that the weather and lighting I shoot under had a lot of shadows. In my series, I wanted to create a set of pictures that has a distinct difference in values of different objects, which means contrast. I chose one of the picture to edit using Photoshop to slowly familiarise with using the software.

Observation
 I observed that in my pictures, there are principles like dominance, alignment and contrast. I tried taking pictures from very different angles and the objects perspective changes which creates an interesting picture. When I was playing around using Photoshop, I realised that after increasing the brightness and contrast, the picture is more dramatised but without losing its details but this is just to try out as I did not apply it. 

Findings
From this exercise, I learned that the point of interest must be clear and dominant within the frame. I also understand that a series of picture must have a right balance in consistency and variation. Using Photoshop can be a bit tricky but after trying out different adjustments, I slowly got the hang of it and also with the help of some video references. We must make sure the impact is in our photographs. We should not waste time on looking for a topic and start with objects around us that we never thought could create an interesting picture. This can give us inspiration. 

Further references: 

Reading materials

Recreating The Look of Tintype Photography Using Photoshop
http://petapixel.com/2015/04/11/recreating-the-look-of-tintype-photography-using-photoshop/

Double Exposures 
http://www.diyphotography.net/a-beginners-guide-to-using-double-exposure-in-photoshop/

12 Essential Photoshop Skills 
http://www.diyphotography.net/12-essential-photoshop-skills-every-photographer-know-video/

Video materials

Tips To A Better Black & White Photo In Photoshop

How To Stylize A Black & White Photo In Photoshop


Editing An Image In Photoshop To Create A White Border

Printing service @ Photomedia 
Add: 44 (top floor), SS2/67, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D.E., Malaysia.
Tel: +603 7865 5227   Fax: +603 7875 5227

http://www.photomedia.com.my/#!photoprinting-ctype/crzk



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15/9/2016
Leanne Faye 0327020

What is ART?


Video By Phil Hansen.

My interpretation: 

Art is influential and provoking. Art is very subjective, Art can be thought into 2 parts: form and content. It open rooms and allows different interpretation. When we see art, we observe basic elements of art. The meaning of art is shaped by the intentions of the artist as well as the feelings and ideas it engenders in the viewer. Some purposes of art may be to express or communicate emotions or ideas, to explore and appreciate formal elements for their own sake, or to serve as representation. Its purpose may also be seemingly non-existent.




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9/9/2016
ITP
Leanne Faye
Exercise 4b) Principles underpinning composition

Lecture:

For today's lecture, we started off with a feedback session on our e-portfolios. After that, we moved on to the lecture on principles underpinning composition. The lecture was rather a short one. Then, we are allowed to go outside to do our exercise 4b, applying what we have learned during the lecture. 

Exercise instructions

Exercise 4b) Principles underpinning composition

Capture 4 Images adhering to any of the mentioned principles below:

Domination/Emphasis • Isolation • Balance • Repetition
Alignment • Contrast • Rhythm • Symmetry/Asymmetry
Harmony • Perspective • Reflection

Print all 4 images on an A4 as instructed in class.

(Put to use what you have learned in the Zone system exercises here)

Marking Criteria: The image must show evidence of the dominant principle used and the supporting principles (if any) underpinning the composition. The principles underpinning the image must be named and should be visible within the image. Students must showcase their knowledge on exposure using the zone system.

Objective: Students will be able to use the above mentioned rules or principle to make or capture interesting, dynamic or subtle compositions.
Learning outcome 1: Students will be able to use exposure settings (Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO).
Learning outcome 3: Students will be able to distinguish a bad exposure from a good exposure.
Learning outcome 2: Students will be able to use the Zone System exposure technique to achieve desired results.
Learning outcome 4: Students will be able to apply the Rule of Thirds and principles underpinning composition.

Exercise 4b) Principles underpinning composition

1)
Repetition, alignment 
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/8

2)
Contrast, symmetry 
ISO 400, F5.6, 1/50

3)
Harmony, asymmetry
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/125

4)
Alignment, dominance
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/50

5)
Domination, asymmetry
ISO 100, F5.6, 1/160

6)
Repetition, symmetry
ISO 400, F5.6, 1/6


Screenshots:

Feedback:
The results of your principles underpinning composition exercise was mixed in its outcome; there were some excellent shots with appropriate principles but there were also some unflattering ones. The good ones were; #4,3 & 1.
 
Reflection
Experience
My overall experience during today's class was quite interesting because I went to places on campus that I have never been before, like the back stairs, balcony and even next to a dumpster to get those shots. It was not hot or sunny today but it was raining heavily so the sky was a little cloudy. I stood under the rain to get some of the shots which was quite fun. 

Observation
When taking the pictures, I had to first observe the composition and determine what principles. We do not apply the principles, it already exist. Our job is to enhance it by compositing it. I realised that the most interesting subject matter is from something that is not intentionally arranged. We can find a nice composition from unexpected subject matters. I should explore more different places and subject matters to achieve a good composition and apply the principles. 

Findings
From today's class, I learned that we don't impose the principles into the picture. We enhance it as it already exist. When we capture, the point of interest and principles have to be clear and must be dominant within the frame. I understand that when a picture have too much consistency, there will be no variation and vice versa. Therefore, we must find a right balance. We must make sure the impact in our photographs and avoid wasting time on looking for a topic. We must be spontaneous and aware of the things surrounding us. Start getting inspiration to find a crack in the wall.

Notes from the lecture.


Further references: 

Reading materials

The Principles of Design in Photography 
http://www.trentsizemore.com/2012/08/16/principles/

Basic Photographic Techniques
http://photoinf.com/General/NAVY/Photographic_composition_Balance.htm

Video material

Elements and Principles of Design in Photography




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8/9/16
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Gallery Visits - Petronas Gallery

The Al-Kesah exhibition pays a tribute to an artist ahead of his time with the ability to transcribe a single thought into rousing collection of visual statements. Ismail Zain (1930-1991) sought to make a statement through his own work - forgoing modes of expressionism in favour of a more objective way of framing the world.

Entrance of Galeri Petronas

Here are some of my favourites: 

Artwork: Cengkaman
By: Hamir Bin Soib
Oil on canvas
214 x 316 cm
2006

Artwork: DOT - The Detribalisation of Tam Binte Che Lat
By: Ismail Zain
Acrylic on canvas
124.3 x 185 cm
 1983

Artwork: Hijab Nurbaya - Penjaga
By: Husnal Jamal Saidon
Mixed media on wood
153 x 122 cm 
2003/2004



Artwork: Escape
By: Mohd Azhar Abdul Manan
Seashells and digital print
2016

Artwork: Vietnam II
By: Nirmala Shanmughalingam
Acrylic on canvas
123 x 123 cm
1980

Artwork: Hembusan Angin Timur
By: Zainon Abdullah
Acrylic on canvas
62 x 46 cm
2016

Artwork: Sisi Melaka I (Baba Nonya)
By: Haron Bin Mokhta  
Mixed Media
174 x 150 cm
2016


Artwork: Spirit of the Hornbill  Dance
By: Abdul Razak Abdul Jabbar
Glass
180 x 240 cm
2016


Artwork: Itu Malaysia - Biasa, O, Kaw-kaw, Kosong, Cam & Kurang
By: Bibi Chew
Mixed media
2015


Artwork: Cinta Ayundria
By: Ariffin Biin Mohd Ismail
Digital Collage 
273 x 436 cm
2016


Artwork: Sit still - Connections
By: Ramlan Abdullah
Wood, wood stain & wax
2 x 3 x 3 m
2016



Artwork: Nusantara - Manusia & Anai-anai
By: Fadzil Idris
Wood
137 x 185 cm 
2016



Artwork: Dua Cinta
By: Mohd Fadli Yussof
Acrylic on canvas, cengal wood carving
244 x 244 cm (2 panels) 
2013

- The End -

Venue name: Galeri Petronas
Address: Level 3
Suria KLCC
Jalan Ampang
Kuala Lumpur
50088
Opening hours: Tue-Sun, 10am-8pm
Event website: http://www.galeripetronas.com.my/



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