Depth of Field The area of Focus
Definition-the area, other than the subject, that is in focus. Great Depth of Field Most everything in focus When everything is important Use a small aperture like f-16 Shallow Depth of Field Only part of image in focus To avoid mergers and busy backgrounds To isolate the subject Use a large aperture like 2.8
Shallow Depth of Field
Great Depth of Field
How to Control Depth of Field Aperture-smaller opening gives greater depth of field Distance from camera to subject-closer to the subject less area of focus Focal length-( lens size) longer focal length decreases the depth of field
Still Life with Eggs Use odd numbers Break up negative space Avoid cute or silly ideas Use natural light Watch the camera angle Try an objective and a non-objective approach Objective-known recognizable objects Non-objective-not objects; just shapes
Objective Approach Karen Dillon
Johnny Estes
Courtney Longino LFS Graduate
Heidi Hoover
Mandy Dolezal
Gabe Hopkins
Non-Objective Approach Sandy Messler
Matt Kappleman
Derek Prater
Alexa Malik 2012
Assignment Set up a still life with eggs Set the lighting Shoot with a small aperture opening (f-16) to get great depth of field Plan the composition : Focal point-use the rule of thirds Balance of positive and negative space