Thursday, March 18, 2010

Playing with light
























In this image movement is the main design element represented but not the only. The abstracted radio makes for a very interesting lines and textures. The primary colors are also incorporated in the subject matter. The composition is very asymmetrically balanced, which also creates interesting shapes that keep the eye wanting. The black background is contracted by the light or darkness of the lines. By shooting a longer exposure you have a little bit more control of the values that are achieved in your image.
To create this effect you will have to use a camera with manual controls. After deciding the subject you would like to experiment with, open up the shutter on the camera and move the camera or lens different directions. When you think you have exposed the film (or card for a digital) long enough close the shutter. This technique is best used on a digital camera so you don't have to wait time and money on developing film, since the success rate can be low.

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