Embedded Files
First things first, what is color theory?
First things first, what is color theory?
The colors we're going to mostly focus on in photography is the following:
Complimentary
Split Complimentary
Monochromatic
Don't know what colors go with what? Well use Adobe Color Wheel for some help.
THROW SOME COLOR ON IT
THROW SOME COLOR ON IT
Go to adobe color (the link is in the section above this), find the complimentary colors you're going to use (put these in your mood board). And also find the color you want to use for monochromatic (also put this in your mood board).
You're taking photos of three different categories:
20 images using COMPLIMENTARY colors
20 images using MONOCHROMATIC colors
20 images emphasizing the color RED.
So you're taking a total of 60 Photos
You'll be editing 50 edits
3 Final images ( 1 from each category above)
FAQS for this assignment:
FAQS for this assignment:
-Question: Do we have to photograph people for this?
-Answer: No, you don't have to use people for this assignment, most likely you'll be using a lot of objects or abstract things. Using fruit, vegetables, cars, etc,. to your advantage.
-Question: How do we know what colors go together?
-Answer: Using Adobe's color wheel can help you: https://color.adobe.com/create/color-wheel
-Question: How do we make a photo monochromatic?
-Answer: Pick 1 color that you have access to a lot of different things. For example, I have a yellow banana, yellow pinapple, and a yellow pepper at hand. What I could go and buy is a yellow piece of construction paper and photograph the fruits and veggies on top of that yellow piece of paper.
-Question: How can I get creative with this?
-Answer: Utilize google images, and even instagram on your own time, to research different ways to photograph color and make it POP.
Student Work 2024-2025
Student Work 2024-2025
Tutorial #1: Let me show how you can change the HUE of your color in photoshop... but first, DOWNLOAD ME
Tutorial #1: Let me show how you can change the HUE of your color in photoshop... but first, DOWNLOAD ME
Tutorial #2: Adjustment Window. Layers on layers on layers.
Tutorial #2: Adjustment Window. Layers on layers on layers.
Follow these steps to 20 of your images to find a new way of editing.
Key points to point out:
Brightness, Exposure, Gamma, Saturation + Vibrancy
Turn a screenshot of your 20 edits in on TEAMS, as well as a screenshot of your BEFORE images.
03 Adjustment window tutorial new.pptxTarget:
Target:
Students will apply color theory principles—such as complementary, analogous, and monochromatic color schemes—to enhance the visual impact and emotional resonance of their photographs.
Learning Intention:
Learning Intention:
I will define and identify primary, secondary, and tertiary colors, and understand their relationships on the color wheel.
I will explore and apply various color schemes, including complementary, analogous, split-complementary, triadic, and monochromatic, to create harmonious and dynamic compositions.
I will analyze the emotional impact of different color combinations and how they influence the mood and message of a photograph.
I will experiment with color in my photography, intentionally selecting color schemes to enhance storytelling and visual appeal.
I will evaluate and critique the use of color in my own work and the work of others, considering how color choices affect composition and viewer perception.
Why:
Why:
3.3.1 Identify and apply guidelines for composition (e.g. simplicity, rule of thirds, point of view, focal point, proportion/scale, framing, etc.)
3.4.1 Communicate a specific idea or narrative through photographic imagery
4.1.4 Demonstrate proper handling of a digital camera
5.1.1 Describe and utilize the basic elements of exposure (e.g., ISO, aperture, and shutter speed.)
How:
How:
Students will apply these skills with proper camera's that are either supplied by themselves or by the teacher. They will then demonstrate their photoshop skills in class in Adobe Photoshop
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse