westsidestory IOWA CITY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
2901 MELROSE AVE.
IOWA CITY, IA 52246
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FEBRUARY 2015
A Snapshot photos by Christian
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Pages 4-5: Framing Pages 6-9: Shutter speed, aperture, ISO Pages 10-11: Portraiture Pages 12-13: Lines Pages 14-15: Light Pages 16-17: Perspective Pages 18-21: Free form FOR MORE COVERAGE
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Framing Top: The lone photographer, Stefan Schmidt ’16, can be seen meandering about between some lunch tables, surely looking for some source of inspiration while deep in thought. Or he was forced to stand there by the photographer. Who knows? What we do know is that the subject is not only framed by the lunch tables, but also by the door frame. Left: After playing tennis for two years, passing through this gate becomes something that is no longer noticed. But the framing of the trod on snow by the gateposts is an interesting view. One can see the footpath, beaten into the snow. Take that mother nature. FEBRUARY 2015 5
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Shutter Speed Top: Colin Waldron, ’16 is caught mid-rage as he unleashes his pent up anger on the poor, defenseless snow. Using a slower shutter speed, the photographer was able to catch the extremely quick action on photo, where it looks blurred. By fast, we mean fast, as in a cobra strike fast, or lighting. Whichever is the faster of the two. Left: After many minutes of arguing, complaining about cold fingers, and several snowballs later, Colin Waldron, ’16, is seen heaving an extremely heavy chunk of ice and snow towards the photographer. Using a high shutter speed, this rapid motion was caught in crystalline clearness. Thankfully, the subjects aim is not the greatest, and the photographer managed to escape what certainly would have been certain death. FEBRUARY 2015 7
Top Left: Using a high ISO, the stairways appear to be even gloomier than usual. Left: Using a slow shutter speed along with moving the camera, the photographer captured a picture of a fire in a fireplace. Proper procedures were then followed to extinguish the photographer after getting too close. Top Right: Colin Waldron, ’16, can be seen throwing what is surely at least 2 metric tons of snow, at the photographer. By changing the aperture, the snowball appears slightly clearer than the background. Unfortunately, due to Mr. Waldron’s MLB speed pitches, the aperture change wasn’t as effective as hoped.
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ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed
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Top Left: Mason Wang, ’17, can be seen trying to take a photograph while Colin Waldron, ’16, can be seen looking on. Unfortunately for Mr. Wang, this photographer was faster on the draw and as such has this photo as a trophy of the triumph. Left: Mason Wang, ’17, smiles in bliss as he becomes one with his digital camera. He really loves that camera. Top Right: Yair Abramoff, ’15, gets distracted from his highly nutritious and healthy lunch by the photographer. Possibly pursuing a career as a male model, being prepared for a photo at any time is just part of the training as being photogenic is a must in such a highly competitive field.
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Lines Top Left: The sidewalk leads the viewer to the place of many things called a school. This photo was neat, as on the left side of the sidewalk, bare trees can be seen. However on the right side of the sidewalk, the trees are full of foliage. Much like students, who go in bare and come out full of knowledge. If that doesn’t bring a tear to your eye, you might be a cold hearted person. Top Right: Many parallel lines can be seen, whether they be the paths in the snow or the poles saluting the sky. Lines are abound in this photo, both near and far.
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Lighting Top: Mason Wang, ’17, admires the sun by looking straight into it. Not a smart idea Mr. Wang. Observe the lines of lighting and shadows, as they are both all natural and very artistic. Of special interest is the illumination of the face, as that represents the knowledge gained by attending school. Stay in school kiddos, and one day you can be as bright as Mr. Wang here. Left: Josh Jensen, ’15, stands tall in the SPIT performance, “I Don’t Want to Talk About It.” This photo is a great example of lighting, as there is a spotlight on Mr. Jensen,wchich makes the subject stand out against the background with a sharp contrast in color. FEBRUARY 2015 15
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Perspective Top: Mason Wang, ’17, rebels against society by leaning over the railing in yet another attempt at capturing a photo of the elusive photographer. The perspective is from the ground looking up, while Wang attempts to gain a bird’s eye view on the photographer. Left: Kavir Ramos, ’16, affectionately observes his favorite fire extinguisher, as the photographer takes a photo that would be possessed by a bug on the ground of the halls, wondering why a student has grown so attached to a piece of safety equipment.
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Free Form Avery Smith, ’16, blows the mind of Noah Tiegs, ’16, with a magic trick in SPIT’s production of “17 Ways to Fail a College Interview.” The photographers mind was also blown by such an act of misdirection, slight of hand, and wizardry. By changing the ISO , the photographer managed to obtain a rather clear photo of the actors in what was a very dark theatre.
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Free Form Top: By using a very fast shutter speed, the photographer captures a picture of a fire that doesn’t appear to be giving off any light. Right: Yet another photo of a fire, however this time using a 30 second shutter speed, while moving the camera in circular motions while the camera faces the fire. Some may express concerns that the photographers obsession with fire may result in becoming a pyromaniac. The photographer vehemently denies any addiction to fire, stating “Fire is an extremely interesting subject to photograph, as it always changes. No two photos of a dancing fire will ever be the same.”
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