ImagesbyJonEvan

The strength of Color and how it affects an image

Colors in a photograph can affect the mood of a scene and how we interpret it. They can be described as calming, exciting, placid, bright, brilliant, or dull. Well positioned within a frame, the colors alter how the photograph is perceived. Furthermore, they can be enhanced through saturation, hue, and luminance. This allows the photographer to change the characteristics of individual colors to strengthen the composition. In addition, the “raw” digital photograph that begins in color, can be ... READ MORE Posted March 25, 2014 at 04:24 PM

Am I done learning from others? Sort of!

I am an advocate of learning as much as you can about various photographic techniques and from individual photographers as possible. All this learning leads to something wonderful, the development of your own unique vision of how an individual perceives the world around him through photography. Speaking for myself, I always strive to learn different skills and methods. I received most of my instruction from Vincent Versace, Lee Gordon, Jack Wild and Andy Cook. In addition, I have read lots of... READ MORE Posted February 18, 2014 at 08:09 AM

Another image I discovered!

This image was taken in April of 2012. I found it and processed it in December 2013. I didn't know it was worthy until I actually studied the composition and light <a href="http://fineartamerica.com/art/all/cloud/posters" style="font: 10pt arial; text-decoration: underline;">cloud posters</a> READ MORE Posted February 03, 2014 at 03:30 PM

When do I "break the rules?"

The rules of composition were established by the Masters of Art( Davinci, Michaelangelo) eons ago. These rules were used to create a journey in an image and to keep the viewer captivated. The masters wanted to keep their audience from looking away from their art. Some examples of rules are: The horizon line in the top 1/3 or bottom 1/3 of the image; The main subject of the image should not be centered; The image must have balance between light and dark; The horizon must be level( no weird ang... READ MORE Posted February 03, 2014 at 03:26 PM

The "Feeling" of a photograph!

There is a difference between a "snapshot" and a photograph that creates an emotional response. They may both might have good compositions and be technically correct, but the latter will create something else. The viewer will have an conscience or passionate feeling about what they see in the image. In other words, the photograph evokes a "feeling."  How does a photographer do this? The photographer must look beyond the "technical" and what is in front of them. They must use their own un... READ MORE Posted February 03, 2014 at 03:24 PM

What is a reflection and How I use it!

Webster's dictionary defines reflection as an image that is seen in a mirror or on a shiny surface. It is the return of light or sound waves from a surface. The light that is not reflected is absorbed by a surface. A majority of objects absorb some light that hits them. When the object completely absorbs the light, the surface is black. A surface that is white will reflect all wavelengths of color. The characteristics of the surface will determine what wavelengths of light that are present or... READ MORE Posted February 03, 2014 at 03:21 PM

My ways to improve my Compositions. Working the Subject!

What happens when I photograph a scene?  First,I go through a thought process that involves rather simplistic and basic rules. I check for an interesting foreground subject. Whether it is a plant,dead tree,shrub,rock or any other subject for my foreground. I look thru the viewfinder and place that subject near the bottom right or left corners. I then make sure there are not any distracting elements such as additional rocks, leaves or plants around my "subject". The image is then divided ... READ MORE Posted February 01, 2014 at 04:41 PM

My Story! A retired dentist finds passion in landscape photography!

 I graduated from dental school in 1993. This was after 4 years of undergraduate work and 4 years of earning a degree in dentistry. After 8 years of schooling I was ready to finally hit the job market! I worked as an associate for about two years before I decided it was time to take the plunge and buy an existing dental practice. I practiced for 15 yrs in two different locations. And, I loved my job! I was so excited to help people with their mouths. It was an obsession, a hobby, and it ... READ MORE Posted January 18, 2014 at 07:31 AM

How Does the Human Eye Visualize a Photograph?

The human eye sees a scene in very small sections. That angle is about 3 radial degrees of acute(sharp) vision. The eye scans the entire field of view and then assembles those parts within the mind to construct an entire image. The eye moves randomly, back and forth selecting information rapidly and transmits it to the mind. It will stop momentarily at points-of-interest with precision when scanning a scene while leaving other areas unclear. Consequently, does not visualize an entire scene wi... READ MORE Posted January 17, 2014 at 03:49 PM

How does a photographer define composition?

A photograph can be defined as a the reproduction of an image on a flat surface. The image captures a moment in time. The elements that make up that photograph and how they are arranged is called a composition. The composition is determined by: a)The main subject. b)The elements included in the photograph. c)Secondary elements. d)How much of the frame is filled by the main subject. e)The location of the main subject(bottom, middle, or top). The composition, therefore, is the arrangement of di... READ MORE Posted January 14, 2014 at 12:38 PM