Digital Photo I: Texture Study

What is texture? Texture, is used to describe either the way a three-dimensional work actually feels when touched, or the visual "feel" of a two-dimensional work.  Take rocks, for example. A real, 3-D rock might feel rough or smooth, heavy or light.  If you photograph a rock, it may appear to be coarse or smooth, light or heavy.  Capturing different textures through photo is a fantastic way to observe finer details and give dimension to your work.

Read this article and answer the following questions in a blog post:

1.)  What are the 3 types of texture photography?

2.) What two forms of contrast does texture take?

3.)  What two categories do texture curves fall into?

4.)  How can texture create mood?  What emotions do certain lines convey?

5.)  How can you break a pattern in your photographs?

 NEXT:

• Find one photo online that shows amazing texture and include it with your answers to your questions above.
• Take 3 photos of different textures.  Bring them to class tomorrow for subtle retouching and to post on your blog.