Stephen: Break This Rule!

You know the Rule of Thirds? The rule that is so helpful in nudging every beginning photographer out of the my-subject-must-be-centered nest--that's the one. Well, I want you to break that rule and show us what centering the subject can really do. If you get in a rebellious frenzy and break other rules, please explain when you post.

Even if the rules don't like being broken, I'm confident they'll enjoy being acknowledged. Being hated is better than being ignored

Daniel: Travelogue through Portraiture

In each place you visit, make a portrait of Mary Catherine that captures the spirit of that place. The representation of the place should be accomplished through the style of the photograph rather than through the objects captured in the frame. Do not just take a picture in front of the best-known landmark.

Due date: 25 October 2008 (Feel free to post as you go, but I would love to see them as a set as well.)

New Assignment for Stephen: Travelogue + Color

Potts, I want to know about your trip. Travelogue me! And do something with color. Your choice, just explain it when you post.

Due date: August 19, 2008

Assignment for Stephen: Military-Industrial Complex

Potts, I want to learn about Huntsville's economic furnace, the military-industrial complex. Create images that convey strong opinions. The subject can be any size you like--a landscape, microscopic robotic spy, or anything between. Each image should convey its own view of the MIC, and I'll guess (how I love guessing!). If this assignment is going to jeopardize you job security, I'll revise it.

Assignment for Daniel: Rocks of Hoover

Photograph rocks and their surroundings in Auburn Hoover, Alabama. Select a variety of rocks in a variety of locations such that they say something about the city.

Due date: 12 August 2008

Assignment for Stephen: The Domestication of Water

Find water wherever you can in your house. For each photo, choose one of two goals. State the goal of each image you post:

1. Post photos of water that is difficult for the viewer to place (e.g., I will have to search and think before I realize I'm looking at a water hose. )
   
2. Photograph with the goal of capturing a wide range in values in the water element itself.

Due date: August 5, 2008

Assignment for Nathan: A Dog's Point of View

Take at least 30 unique, quality shots that show your home from a dog's point of view. Black and white is preferred. Post your best few shots.

Due date: 5 August 2008