Hello! Today in class we were asked to capture 4 images (two of them that include posed actors) and write commentary on these photos, and how we can improve our skills on them. We are also expected to include media languages such as framing, camera angles, location, etc.
This image is as an establishing shot because it shows the location and sets the overall mood of the scene. The wide frame captures the water in front of a hotel, along with the the open sky, and the reflection it has on the water. The shot was taken from a moving boat, which shows the distance it has traveled and displays the size of the buildings along the shoreline. The sunset lighting adds a warm, calm tone to the image. The pink and orange sky reflected on the water creates a peaceful and calm mood, hinting that this was taken towards the end of a day. The lighting is natural and draws the viewer’s attention toward the center where the sky is brightest. The ripples in the water add meaning, showing movement, which supports the idea that the photo was taken somewhere in the middle of the water.
Things I could have improved on: One thing I could improve is showing the boat more in the image, or show its edges in the frame. By including the boat in the image, it would reveal where the picture is being taken, and give this shot a deeper meaning. The viewers would then be able to conclude that the motion from the water is because of the moving boat, that is sailing away from the hotel.
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This photo is a point-of-view shot showing someone sharing a book with their friend in a library. The viewer is in the point of view of the person pointing at the page, which shows interaction and communication in the moment. The action of the friend holding the page down, and the person we're in the perspective of pointing at the page, it emphasizes the moment between the two people and suggests that they are discussing the book together. The setting of the library is clearly shown through the background as it has shelves and a librarians desk, reinforcing that they are reading, learning, or studying.
The girl’s expression is visible, but it is somewhat neutral, not showing much emotions which makes it harder for the audience to read her true reaction. One improvement I could make is capturing a picture where her face shows more engagement or interest in the book. If I do this, it would strengthen the situation of the image and be more effective in conveying the message this shot was meant to give.
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3. Close-up shot
This photo is a close-up shot that focuses on a girl’s facial expression as she reads a book. Her hand is on her chin and her eyes are slightly narrowed down, to show her curiosity and concentration. This helps the audience understand her expression while reading the book. The angle also allows the viewer to see a page of the book and her face at the same time.
Although this shot does well highlighting emotion, the background is still somewhat distracting since the library shelves and lights take up a lot of space in the middle of the frame. One improvement I could make is zooming in closer on her face so that she becomes the main focus of the image. This would remove background distractions and make the close-up even more effective at showing her expression.
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The atmosphere of the image feels gloomy and calm due to the cloudy sky and the wet ground, where water from previous rain is still visible. The street lamps being turned on indicate that it is still early in the morning, allowing the viewers to assume what time of day this picture takes place in. The line of school buses makes it clear that this location is a school, while the dull lighting and reflections on the pavement create a quiet mood that matches the feeling of a gloomy school morning.
One improvement I could make is getting rid of the glare from the bus window, which distracts the viewers from feeling the mood of the image. Taking the photo at a different angle or closer to the glass could help get rid of reflections and create a clearer and more effective long shot.
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