UNIT 1 Task 4&5 STOP AND RETURN FINAL TAKE

                                                           URBAN PHOTOGRAPHY

                                                      

                 PORTOBELLO ROAD & QUEEN'S PARK 

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Unusual and bohemian - the essence of Portobello Road.
One of my favourite places in London. I return there once in a while to enjoy a vibrant atmosphere.

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Affordable Banksy's art.

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Could it be more English?

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Vintage treasures.

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Only Love can save you in this mad, messy world...


B British sports.

 Political...



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  Is your imagination working already? Picture of a simple object
 can be more interesting than busy surrounding.

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  ' Vintage' couple vs young couple...

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   Focused on a dummy rather than a human.


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  Bad weather on a bad day? 

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 Since the COVID pandemic, I have spotted more CBD products on shopping shelves and street markets. We live during a pandemic of anxiety.

All the above pictures were taken with iPhone 13.



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  “In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.” – Margaret Atwood.
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                    Lights, Camera, Action!

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                 A bit of colour and magic on a gloomy day.

   

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                             Hug me.


Pictures at the park were taken with Canon 700D camera with EFS 18-55 lens.



                                         FINAL TAKE UNIT 1

                                                             My top 5 urban pictures:

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                                                           4" f25 ISO 3200 

                                                                1/5 f22 ISO 200

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Learning outcome:
3.1, 3.2

 I have chosen these 5 images as they represent the place where I live. 
I have included pictures taken in the park as London has more green spaces than any European city. 

Shutter speed techniques help show city life's fast pace (3rd and 4th image). I have captured one of the best-known symbols of London: a double-decker bus painted with light.
The man outside the underground station lives in his musical bubble. He is surrounded by pedestrians who are rushing like an 'express' train.  

Aperture priority focuses on a subject and blurs the noise in the background. I have used this technique to create the rest of the images in this post. A simple object like a wine glass on Portobello Road can trigger an imagination. Everyone can make up a new story about the person who has left it there.

This project has taught me how places look different at different times of day in a different time.
I personally prefer taking pictures on sunny days. The sunlight helps to create more vibrant image colours or can add atmosphere and visual interest. 
In the second picture crocus is a star of the show. Not only a camera lens but also spring sunlight focuses on its beauty.
The last picture of my son shows how he is comforted by the city's green space. Soft afternoon light has added warmth to a peaceful family outing. 

The thing which could go better would be to ask interesting people to take their pictures.
I am hoping with the next portraiture project I will go out of my comfort zone.


A.C 4.1 Task 5 Safe working practices

 When taking pictures is important to observe health and safety procedures related to location photography.

 Before starting to take pictures of strangers on the street it is useful to find out what are the rights of street photographers:
Even if you're on private property, you're free to shoot without permission until you're asked to stop by a representative of the property owner. If you continue to photograph after you're asked to stop, then you're breaking the law.
When taking pictures of market stalls I would ask for an owner's permission first. One of the sellers would not allow pictures of her valuable gold jewellery.

Sometimes, you may get very involved in taking a picture and lose track of where you are standing/walking. This was my biggest concern when taking pictures on Portobello Road as part of the street was accessible by cars. I had to watch for vehicle traffic in areas that have regular vehicle use.

Using a tripod can bring safety issues like tripping hazards. I have chosen a tripod with orange legs so it would be more visible to the public. I would try to avoid taking photos in the middle of the footpath instead I would move to the side.

The most useful advice for taking pictures outdoors is: No matter where you are standing, be sure to watch the ground. Taking pictures at the park I had to be sure to not trip over randomly laying sticks. It’s not uncommon for photographers to walk forwards and backward with their cameras to their faces, trying to get the perfect distance for the shot. 

Watch for tripping hazards! Injuries happen when you least expect them.

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