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Digital Tools- The Camera

Lacrosse Box

This photo was taken outside. The shadow of the lacrosse box balances the lightness on the right. 

Hallway

This photo was taken in the main hallway. The light from the door and the overheads show symmetry along the dark sides.

Cloudy

This photo uses the Rule of Thirds. The field is dark in the center and light on the sides.

Shadows

This photo was taken in the front foyer. The shadows are from the windows of the doors.

Empty Portrait 

This photo was taken in the front foyer. The shadows of the chair and plant are evident while the light from outside shines through.

Composition in Digital Photography (Part B)

Curves 

The Golden Rule

Horizontal and Vertical Lines

Rule of Thirds

Points of Power

Digital Manipulation of Photographs

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Composition in Digital Photography (Part A)

ARTISTIC COMPOSITION 

Artistic composition is the placement of visual elements in a work of art, such as a painting, graphic design, photography, sculpture, and more. In relation to digital photography, artistic composition can add balance and mood. It can also place focus on the main subject. 

1. Rule of Thirds - In the rule of thirds, the photo is divided into thirds using two lines running vertically and two lines running horizontally. To create balance within the photo, the main subjects is placed off to the side, along one of the lines or the where the lines intersect.

2. Points of Power - Similar to the Rule of Thirds, the Points of Power refers to the placement of the main focus of the image on one of the points in which the lines intersect. 

3. The Golden Rule - The Golden Rule is defined by a mathematical sequence of numbers known as the Fibonacci sequence. It is the more complex version of the Rule of Thirds. Using the Fibonacci sequence or the 1:.68:1 grid, it creates harmony and balance. It is often found in nature and architecture. 

4. Vertical and Horizontal Lines - Using vertical and horizontal lines can create a mood and also help lead the eye through the photograph. Horizontal lines can be used to create the impact of a lack of change or timelessness, for example, in building, horizons, and fallen objects. Vertical lines can project a mood of stability or peace, for example, rock formations and power line poles. 

5. Oblique Lines - Oblique lines create points of interest as they intersect with other lines and give images depth by suggesting perspective. They also add a sense of action to an image and a dynamic look and feel. It also had the effect of leading the viewer through the image. 

6. Curved Lines - Curved lines add beauty and grace to a photo. They are also a popular design technique for leading the eye into the frame. In contrast to straight or patterned lines, curved lines allow the eye to explore an image in a smooth, free-flowing way. 

Digital Me

Terry Fox Foundation

Terry Fox is a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Sixteen months after he was diagnosed with bone cancer in 1977 and had his right leg amputated, he ended his treatment with the goal to try to help others. Terry trained for fourteen months when he decided he would run across Canada in an effort to raise awareness and money for cancer research. In 1980, the Marathon of Hope began. In 143 days and 5,373 kilometers, he earned $1.7 million as his fame grew all across Canada. However at Thunder Bay, he began to experience pains in his chest and the next day, he announced that the cancer had returned and spread to his lungs. This ended Terry's journey across Canada. In support of Terry, the CTV Television Society held a five-hour telethon, and raised $10.5 million. Over the next several months, Terry's condition worsened, and he died June 1981. The Terry Fox Foundation closes in nearly $20 million each year for cancer research and continues to share Terry Fox's incredible story. 







For more information go to: http://www.terryfox.org/

ACSS Terry Fox Run

Every year at ACSS, a run supporting Terry Fox and The Terry Fox National School Run Day is held. This year our school continued this honorable tradition on a sunny Friday afternoon. The ACSS body, along with Betty Gilbert students, began the course, some running while others walked. At the finish line, several students along with a few teachers cheered on the participants during their last stretch. In all, the run was a success, as the members of ACSS and BGMS honored Terry Fox and his incredible cause.

Participants finish the run in full speed.

The run begins as some lead the way.

Grade 9 students enjoy the day.