Photo Essay Brain Storm

I want to do something called People Behind the Register. I'd take pictures of people at a register (that would be the theme), but from a variety of places (restaurants, stores, etc). I need to make sure to get a variety of people and places. It'd be kind of hard to tell it in a story format, hence why the register is crucial for unifying the subjects.

Photo Critique

Like many others, I've fallen in love with the romantic idea of going to Italy. With that in mind, I searched Google Images for an interesting photo. I found this one and was taken away by the beautiful layering of the buildings (it looks like they're on terraces). I also love the beige/green colors that are constant the main focus of the photo. The water even gives a nice glow to the photo without glaring. As a photojournalist, I have to say that I'm disappointed about the lack of people in the photo. I know there are a few on the bank, but their faces aren't visible. As a tourist, I'd like to see more available pictures of people enjoying Italy rather than looking at pretty scenic photos.

Second Attempt at a "News Photo"

Baristas Michelle Evans and Jamie Butler swiftly and happily prepare coffee at LBCC's Hot Shot Coffee House.

Edited Construction Article

Campus Improvements
Alx George
The Commuter

   
    As construction progresses on the Linn-Benton Community College’s new science building, Madrone Hall, students can look forward to an eco-friendly space for their studies.
    Fred Haynes, dean of Instructional Facilities Planning and co-dean of Science, Engineering & Technology explains that with the roof and ceiling up and the electricity running, the building’s interior is being painted and textured. Next week is the anticipated date to start putting in two elevators. The overall finish date is tentatively expected to be in December.
               “Hopefully it will be ready for student occupancy in January [when winter term begins],” said Haynes.
    However, that’s just phase one of this project. The second phase involves the existing Science and Technology building. Haynes explains that the plans are to “gut” the interior (to remove asbestos) and then make it earthquake safe. The projected start date for this phase is February 2010.
    According to Haynes,  one of the aims of this project is upgrading the science labs, which were originally built in the 1970s. The other aim is to provide more study and work space for students, which includes adding more classrooms.
    As for going green, Haynes let us in on some interesting plans. “We’ll add some things like energy efficient windows and a green roof. This will help LBCC lessen its carbon footprint, which are carbon emissions that contribute to global warming." Haynes also explained that going greener would help LBCC financially.
    Haynes explained that the project will offer modern facilities and will provide study space and access to improved science labs.
    “It also increases LBCC’s ability to reach out to more students in math and science,” Haynes said.

Capturing the Action

Disclaimer: there are no photos to accompany this blog. I'll explain later in this post.


Friday, Nov. 6: One of my friends and I where hanging out on OSU's campus. We were just walking back from Subway when we heard an alarm sounding in a near by building. As we walked, we speculated on what could've happened. While we were guessing and walking, a police car pulled into the area. Shortly after, two fire trucks came onto the scene. My friend and I walked to about a block from his house and parted ways. He went home; I went back to the scene, adjusting my camera as I walked. I got back there and started taking some shots. It was all very nice, except that it was so dark outside and the flashing lights were moving so fast, no matter what setting I was on, it just didn't work out. However, on the bright side, I did have my "action moment". I'll still be on the look out, but each time I've gotten more comfortable diving into the drama.

Different News Photo

Scott Brant safely leans in to sand the panel in preparation for painting the new building additions at LBCC.

Photo Critique

I typed in "running" in the search bar on flikr and this was one of the first photos to show up in the thumbnails. My first response: this is running? I enlarged it, read the caption (blue man running...) and then thought: ok, I kinda see it.

I respect that some people can look at things and see images that other people may not be able to. So I'll try to be fair in my critiquing.

I love the colors. Whether or not they've been painted, photoshoped, or something else, I don't care. They're still amazing. I wish I could see the purple thing (I think it's a flower) in better detail. I know the focus is on the blue shapes, but the purple flower is so beatufil that I think it deserves a bit more attention.

I also like how the person was able to see people in those blue shapes. Like I mentioned before, I respect that. Over all, it's a nice colorful abstract photo.