Idents - BBC ONE

Definition: A short sequence shown on television between programmes to identify the channel.(1)



BBC ONE IDENTS

 All of BBC Ones idents feature a circle, as well as the colour red.The colour red is used in their logo, which is why it features in the idents. The colour red symbolises a large variety of emotions including danger, energy, love and anger, this could represent the variety of genres of programmes.(2)

The circular motion is also used in each ident, which represents the 'O' in one. Other symbolic

meanings of the circle is unity, life and ongoing. These could all relate to the variation of programmes, and also the variation of the audience as BBC One show different programmes that will suit each individual whether age or general likes and dislikes.

In the first image, this ident shows a group of children dancing around in a rose garden. The children are all holding hands and have happy expressions on their faces as the petals float from the sky. I think that the red petals represent BBC One as it is the colour of their logo, This demonstrates the unity of people through BBC Ones programmes.
The second image is from another ident in which kites fly in a clockwise circular movement.







(1) http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/ident
(2) http://www.bourncreative.com/meaning-of-the-color-red/

Creating Logo

To create my logo, I used Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. I first scanned my thumbnail of my logo into Photoshop and saved the image, then I opened the image into Adobe Illustrator. Using the pen tool I used the scanned image as a template to recreate the logo digitally. I found the pen tool quite easy to use, however creating the curves was difficult as I had to try and make the lines symmetrical .

After getting feedback fro peers, I decided to change the shape and location, the outcome is found in my sketchbook. I created the shape of the apple using my observational drawing of an apple, and scanned it into Photoshop and opened the image into Adobe Illustrator and used the pen tool to create the simple shape, then added it to the original shoe on my logo. I think that this second outcome is better as it is a lot clearer as to what the logo depicts, which means the theme should be easily identified.  

Digital Graphics

Using Photoshop, I combined three photos to create this image following the art movement Surrealism. I began by choosing two found landscape images to create the background. I chose to use a stormy sea and flames because they are energetic and I believed that combined would create an interesting image as there is a lot of detail in each picture.

To combine the images, I opened both into Photoshop and dragged the image of the fire onto the image of the sea to create two layers and used the layer mode to blend them, I went through a selection before deciding the final blend, I kept to this blend because I found it the most effective.

After finalizing the background I chose a found image of a women in a yoga pose to be the subject of my graphic image. I used a variety of tools to remove the background including colour selector, magic wand and the pen tool. After this I used the lasso tool to cut off sections of her body, once cut I copied the subject I had removed, deleted the original and pasted a new one to create a new layer   meaning I would be able to move and adjust the pieces individually. To match the colour of the background, I changed the image to black and white then pasted the image onto the background and rotated it. I applied another layer mode to help blend the layers together. To create the stretched skin effect, I used the smudge tool to soften the edges of the body where removing the background left a white edge and then began to select areas to smudge to attempt to give the figure a energetic effect and create movement. 

                        

Illustrator Workshop

The purpose of this work shop was to create a surrealist graphic image whist developing skills on Adobe Illustrator. We began by using a website to randomly select images and words. We then used these to create drawings that included some of the words and pictures, these drawings were used as plans to draw the image onto illustrator.

I began by creating the simplest and main shapes before adding the details. To create the apple I used the circle tool to create the eye and the main shape and filled it red, I then added smaller white circles to create the eaten area. The pen tool created the details of the apple. For the chair and the dinosaur i used the pen tool to create different sections before placing the parts in the right place. To create the background  i used the square tool. Whilst working through, i had to change the layers by selecting the object and selecting the 'sending to back' section under 'Object'.

Camera Types

35mm SLR Camera

35mm refers to the width of the film that the camera holds. 'SLR' stands for Single Lens Reflex, which means the lens that provides the image onto the film, also provides the image seen through the view finder. The benefit of this camera is that you can change the lens easily so that it is suitable for the subject that is being photographed. For example, Macro Lenses for smaller subjects (i;e bugs,plants,small objects) The disadvantage of these cameras is that they can be quite heavy to carry around. Another disadvantage is that the mirror has to lift out of the way to expose the film, the image made on the film will be slightly different from what you see due  to time delay.

Resources:
1) http://www.geometer.org/beginner/slr.html
2) http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/camera5.htm
3) http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/geoopt/slr.html

Medium Format Camera and Large Format Camera
Medium Format Camera
A Medium Format Camera is a originally a SLR film (but later developed as a camera that uses negatives larger than 35mm and a larger sensor. This allows higher quality photographs which is good for professional photos because the negatives don't need enlarging as much therefore the prints show less grain and the tonal range is more accurate when the negative is bigger. The disadvantages of this camera is that they are slower to use, heavier, and do not work as well in low light whereas the 35mm does. A popular subject for this camera is portraiture.

Film:
120 Film
This film is a black paper roll in which the film is taped into, this travels through the camera as you shoot.  The black paper allows you to change the film during the light. The film comes in different sizes, however no matter the size, there is always one side that is 6cm. The sizes include 6x6 and 6x9. Although this size was introduced in 1902, it is still popular today. 

220 Film220 film is the same as 120, however there is no black paper so it cannot be changed in daylight. Also, with this film there is double the amount of available shots.

645This film is also known as 6 x 4.5cm. The image size is 56 x 42mm. This film uses 16 shots on the 120 film, and 32 shots on the 220 film. This film does not produce the best quality photographs.

6 x 6
This size is also known as 'Two and a Quarter'. The image size is 56 x 55mm. There are 12 shots on 120 and 24 shots on 220. This is the most popular size used by artists. 

6 x 7 
This size is also known as the 'Ideal Format'. The image size is 56 x 72mm however the longer dimension varies from 68-72mm depending on the individual camera. There are 10 shots on the 120 and 20 shots on the 220.
6 x 9
This size is also known as 2-1/4 x 3-1/4 inches. The image size is 56 x 84mm. There are 8 shots on the 120 and 16 on the 220.

6 x 10

The image size is 56 x 92mm. There are 7 shots on a roll of 120, however it is rare to be on a 220.

6 x 24
This size is used for panoramic images with 3 shots on the 120 roll and 6 on the 220.

Medium Format DSLR

Medium Format SLR

Medium Format Camera - Resources:
1) http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/intro2mf.htm
2) http://photo.net/medium-format-photography-forum/00A0ij
3) http://zackarias.com/for-photographers/gear-gadgets/why-i-moved-to-medium-format-phase-one-iq140-review/
4) http://www.thephoblographer.com/2014/07/01/phoblographers-guide-getting-started-medium-format-film-photography/#.VXbiq89Viko
5) http://photography.tutsplus.com/articles/a-primer-to-digital-medium-format-camera--photo-8716
6 http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/format.htm#120

Large Format Camera
The Large Format Camera is the same as the Medium Format Camera, however the film size is larger. The film size in the large format cameras include 4x5" and 8x10". The difference between the medium format and the large format is that the quality is better in the large format because the negative is bigger. This means that it will need less magnification when being enlarged, allowing higher quality prints as there is less grain and a larger tonal range.





Large Format Camera - Resources:

1) http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/Product_Resources/largeformat1.jsp
2) http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/format.htm#4x5


Twin Lens Reflex

Twin Lens Reflex cameras have been around since the 1870's/80's.'Twin Lens' refers to the two equal lenses, one is used for viewing the image, one is used for taking the photo. 'Reflex' refers to the location of the mirror, which is behind the viewing lens - which allows focusing.

The shutter does not vibrate and is quiet because the mirror is in a separate location to the lens that creates the image, therefore it doesn't need to move. The disadvantage of this camera is that the image may be slightly different to what is seen as there is a very small distance between the separate lenses. Another disadvantage is that you cannot change lenses, for example, you cannot shoot a wide angle photo. However you can screw on filters to create a longer focal length.












Resources:
1) http://www.nelsontan.com/articlespage/twinlenscameras.html
2) http://www.collectorsweekly.com/cameras/twin-lens-reflex
3) http://www.nelsontan.com/articlespage/twinlenscameras.html
4) http://www.tlr-cameras.com/history.htm
5) http://camerapedia.wikia.com/wiki/TLR

DSLR
'DSLR' stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex. The size of the frame is 35mm, like the SLRs. The mirrors are built in so you can see exactly what the photo will be through the viewfinder. The lenses on DSLR's are interchangeable to suit any subject, these lenses include Fish eye, Wide Angle and Telephoto Lenses. The imaging sensors that displays the image through pixels allows the image to have much higher quality compared to a SLR. This camera has many settings so that the camera can be adjusted to suit any subjects from landscape, portraiture or sport.

Full Frame DSLR - This is the same as a DSLR however the sensor is much larger so the images are better quality and more detailed.


Resources:
http://www.all-things-photography.com/digital-slr/
http://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/what-is-a-dslr/
http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/buying-advice/why-buy-full-frame-dslrs-17789


Compact System Camera

A compact system camera does the same job as a 35mm DSLR and produces good quality photos. The difference between the cameras is that the Compact System is smaller as it does not have any mirrors and sometimes it does not have a viewfinder, the image its transferred onto the sensor through the lens and displayed electronically. The senors are smaller on the compact cameras so the photos may not be as good quality as they may have noise. The disadvantage of these cameras is that they take longer to focus as the focus and exposure settings are set automatically.

Resources:
1) http://www.techradar.com/news/photography-video-capture/cameras/what-is-a-compact-system-camera-1031090/2
2) http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/buying-advice/what-are-compact-system-cameras-1695
3)http://www.techradar.com/news/photography-video-capture/cameras/what-is-a-compact-system-camera-1031090/
4) http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/compact-vs-digital-slr-cameras.htm

Bridge Camera
Bridge cameras use qualitys from DSLRs, compact camera and a point and shoot camera.
Bridge cameras are similar to DSLR's are they have many of the same controls. However uses the quality of the point and shoot as you can not change the lenses, but the camera has a wider focal range than other cameras. These cameras are usually marketed towards travellers for holiday photographs as they are convenient to carry around whilst producing good quality photos. The disadvantage of these cameras is that the sensor is smaller than the ones in the DSLR or the Compact Camera.







Resources:
1) http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/2015/03/10/bridge-camera-tips-using-full-potential/
2) http://www.techradar.com/news/photography-video-capture/cameras/what-is-a-bridge-camera-1059525


Polaroid

The Polaroid camera was founded by Edwin H. Land in 1926. Polaroids are loaded with film packs containing sheets of plastic negatives that are covered in reactive chemicals. When a picture is taken the negative is removed from the pack and placed infront of the camera lens ready for exposure. When the photo is ejected it is passed through rollers which activates the chemical reaction that creates the image.



Resources:
http://www.polaroid.com/history
http://science.opposingviews.com/polaroid-camera-work-1488.html
 

Lomo - Lomography
The characteristics of Lomography include high contrast, soft focus and vignettes. There are many cameras that produce these images such as: multi lens, panoramic, medium format and 35mm. This style is created using specfic film, however you are able to purchase lenses that will create the effect.

Resources:
1) http://shop.lomography.com/gb/beginners-guide/buying-your-first-camera
2) http://www.1stwebdesigner.com/what-is-lomography/

Mobile Device
All modern mobiles now have camera's which produce decent quality images, however every phone has its own settings,effects,controls,focal length and quality. The Iphone 4 has a 5 mega pixel still camera with an LED flash. With this phone, and many others, the way of controlling the focal point is by tapping on the screen where you'd like the image to focus. With some phones you are now able to purchase add on lenses which include macro, fish eye and wide angle. 

Resources:
1) https://support.apple.com/kb/SP587?locale=en_US

Image Transfer

Image transfer allows you to print an image, then place the image onto any surface. I explored two different was of image transfer, these include Impasto Gel and Acrylic.

The method is the same for both, when transferring an image with Impasto Gel or Acrylic Paint, you are able to see through the image slightly, allowing possible backgrounds to fade through the image creating a vintage effect.

Method:

1) Find an image that you wish to transfer. The image needs to be back to front before being transferred as when the image is revealed at the end, it will be the correct way round.It is best for the image to be on thin paper as it will be easier to remove without damaging the image.

2) Have a prepared area to transfer onto, using the Impasto Gel, you need to cover the image you wish to print and the area that you wish to print onto. This is the same with Acrylic paint, however you only need to paint the area where the image is being printed onto.

3) Place your image onto the selected area, removing creases and air bubbles that form.

4) Either leave to dry, or speed up the process using a heat gun.

5) When the Impasto Gel/ Acrylic has set, you will need a supply of water. Use the water to soak into the paper, then using either a sponge or you finger rub the paper, then layers will start to rip away, leaving the image. Whilst removing the paper you need to be careful not to remove the layer that the ink of the image is on.

6) When you have removed as much paper as possible, it is best to water down PVA Glue and paint a layer over your outcome as this will make small areas of paper that can't be removed invisible.


Healthy and Saftey:
Whilst using the Impasto Gel and Acrylic paint, wear protective clothing if you are worried about staining.

Use heat gun sensibly, and always watch and keep the air moving as the paper will start to burn. Don't touch the end as it will be hot. If burnt, run under cold water.

Expressionism / Abstract Expressionism

Expressionism refers to art where the image is distorted in a way that express's the artists feelings and ideas. As the artists express deep feelings, the work is seen to be quite emotional. The characteristics include colour, which is usually vivid and un-naturalistic, and  texture  which is created by using thick or multiple layers of paint.  Expressionism was formed in the 20th century, however the movement can be found in almost any era.

Artists

Alfonso Ossorio

Jason Pollock

Vincent Van Gogh

Sources: 

1) http://www.tate.org.uk/learn/online-resources/glossary/e/expressionism
2)http://www.artmovements.co.uk/expressionism.htm
3)http://www.artyfactory.com/art_appreciation/art_movements/expressionism.htm
4)http://www.artesmagazine.com/2013/09/parrish-museum-with-expressionist-painting-of-dubuffet-pollock-and-ossorio/