Redwood Photography: Panning Technique Worksheet Assignment #2 Spring 2024
Section 1: Review of Panning Technique
- Objective: To reinforce and apply the panning technique in photography, emphasizing capturing motion with clarity and artistic value.
- Refresher Reading:
- Key Points to Remember:
- Shutter Speed: Essential for capturing motion. Start experimenting around 1/60s.
- Focus: Use autofocus (AF-C) for moving subjects and try manual focusing for precision.
- Camera Handling: Practice both handheld and with a tripod to understand different outcomes.
Section 2: Planning Your Panning Assignment
- Choose Your Subjects: Identify two different moving subjects you want to capture. Consider their speed, direction, and the story you want to tell.
- Location and Background: Decide on the locations and backgrounds that will best convey motion and complement your subjects.
- Technical Setup: Plan your camera settings. What shutter speeds might you start with? Will you use manual or autofocus?
- Safety Reminder: Ensure you are in a safe location, especially when near roads or moving objects.
- Execution Plan:
- Date and Time: When do you plan to execute this shoot?
- Equipment Checklist: Camera, lens, extra batteries, etc.
- Backup Plan: In case of weather issues or other unforeseen circumstances.
Section 3: How to Submit Your Work
- Submission Requirements: Capture two panning photographs, each of a different subject.
- File Naming Convention: Upload your photographs to the media gallery on redwood.photography with the following filename format:
panningperformance.[YourPhotographerName].2024. For example,panningperformance.johndoe.2024. - Deadline: Submit your photographs by Monday, January 22nd, 2024.
Final Note: This assignment aims to deepen your understanding of the panning technique and enhance your ability to capture dynamic, moving subjects. Be creative and experiment. Happy shooting!