Blue Hour Architectural Shot

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For this assignment I had to go out and shoot an architectural shot just after dusk. We were supposed to create an image that emphasizes contrast between the deep blue natural light at that time of evening, and the warm man made lights as they turn on for the night. I have always thought the LDS temple in Idaho Falls was really cool looking on the Snake River. The building is made of marble and is lit up by flood lights all around the exterior. It seems to glow against the night sky, and reflects brightly in the river. I thought this would be an interesting effect when photographed with bracketed long exposures. I am pretty happy with how this project turned out, and it was fun hanging out with the ducks and geese along the river while waiting for the light. The only problem was the wind. It was strong enough to push up little waves on the water rendering the reflections very soft.

This is the Idaho Falls Temple. I chose to photograph this building for the assignment because of the way it glows against the blue hour sky. The building is light by flood lights all around the exterior creating a very interesting effect when photographed with this technique.

Campus Caption Exercise

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The assignment is to take photos in support of or against the statement that ISU buildings are in good condition. I decided to support the claim that the buildings are clean, sturdy, and create a healthy learning environment. I took my Nikon and started researching the state of our buildings at ISU. I found them to be well maintained tidy. The physical science building has a great entry way. The space is open and balanced. The building was pretty clean and the tile floor caught the sun from the window. I decided to shoot just under exposed to get some detail through the windows. The rendezvous building was built while I was attending the college of technology. I would look out and watch the workers installing struts and concrete forms. The design of this building is effective as a space for students to mingle, live, and attend classes. The education building has this neat little garden area that I wanted to shoot. The light was not ideal, but I managed to get a clear shot with decent color saturation by propping my camera on a rock. I enjoyed exploring campus searching out the good side of things even though I gave myself very little time to really soak it in.

The physical science building is in great condition, the sturdy brick walls make a safe learning environment. The main entrance is shown here.
The interior of the entrance to the physical science building is an awe inspiring space. Clean, tile and soft afternoon light display the attention ISU pays to maintaining a stimulating space for learning.
The Rendevous building is one of the newer buildings on campus, and it is an example of the level of architecture that ISU provides to students and faculty. The rendevous building is a place for students from all over the world to meet, live, and attend classes in comfort.
The hallways and classrooms of the rendevous building are very neat and clean. This building was opened in 2007, and it still looks brand new.
The older buildings on campus show their age, but still have a scholarly charm. The grounds are well maintained and sidewalks are clear of obstructions.
The education building offers a tranquil outdoor space for students and faculty to take a break. The education building is structurally sound, and a stimulating space.