Techniques Page- Sequencing

In order to create a successful sequence image you need to use a tripod. The camera should remain locked down once the correct framing has been achieved and should not be moved throughout the rest of the shoot. It is important to take one image of the background without the subject within the frame. The subject of the image should be photographed moving throughout the frame. Once the shoot has finished, there should be multiple images. During the editing process, the blank slate should be used for the base of the image. Begin pasting the other images over the base image, removing the background surrounding the subject in order to ensure the images do not overlap. It is important to match up the image the position within the base image in order to make the effect appear convincing. If there are any images that do not match with the brightness of the base image, adjust this using the brightness and contrast tool.

Definition Post- Sequencing

Definition:

-To arrange in a particular order

Describing Words:

Repetition, range, flowing,

This example of sequencing shows the audience how the technique can be used in extraordinary detail. We can see each component of the skater's movement. The amount of images within the frame allow the audience to dissect each individual phase of the move. The progression of the image is clearly shown to the audience by starting the move at the top left of the frame and then progressively moving down to the bottom right.

This image shows how we can use sequencing in nature and can learn from each aspect of the image. We can see how the bird slows down in order to stop at it's destination in time. We can learn a lot from this use of sequencing. We can even judge the speed that the bird is travelling in by looking at the distance within each image of the bird.

This image shows how sequencing can be used to tell a grand story over the course of years through simple visual differences. We can see that the person within the images has grown from being a child to their death. The image starts empty with in order to show that we com into this world with nothing. As the image continues, we see key items that define different moments in the persons life such as baby toys, games and iPods. As the child grows older we see pens and glasses to show maturity and work. As the image draws to an end, we see a bible. This shows that the person is being confronted with the inevitability of death and is attempting to seek comfort within religion. Finally we see that the image is dark and empty, meaning that the person has died, leaving as they started.

This image shows how informative the technique can be, as well as showing how effects such as motion can be replicated through this technique. This began as a result of a bet to find out if all four legs of a horse would leave the ground when they ran. Using this method, they were able to analyse each part of the range of movement in order to come to the conclusion that all four legs would leave the floor. This technique would go on to inspire the use of film by becoming such a unique way of telling miniature stories.

Personal definition: A collection of images which are placed to show some form progression

Sequencing Contact Sheet

Work Diary Sequencing

We were set with the task of capturing different forms of sequencing. This technique features the combination of multiple images in order to show movement in a sequence. There were two main forms of sequencing that I wanted to explore. The first features the use of different images that are placed side by side, this is usually used in order to convey movement or tell a story. This image was directly inspired by Muybridge's 'the horse in motion'. This conveyed a sense of moment through the use of 12 different frames. I attempted to reflect a similar range of moment within my use of the technique. The next form of sequencing features the use of photomontage. This allows for multiple images to be merged into one, this method is typically used to show detailed movement. I was able to capture these images with no issues and was later able to utilise photoshop in order to achieve the desired effects that I wanted. For this style of shooting it is crucial to use a tripod in order to make each image match with each other.

Muybridge's 'the horse in motion':

My images:

This image shows an example of sequencing that features the use of photomontage. I wanted to show the process of navigating the climbing frame from the left side of the frame to the right. This image shows examples of some formal elements. The use of repetition of the person forms a pattern around the climbing frame. The pattern within the image combines in order to help show the purpose of the image, which is movement. I like this technique as it allows me to capture a far more detailed range of movement that appears natural. This technique is heavily reliant on Photoshop and the use of a tripod. I first set up the tripod with the appropriate composition which I wanted. I then requested that the person completes a range of movements which I would begin photographing at certain stages. I made sure to capture a blank slate image which would work as the base for the effect. I took my images into photoshop and opened each image. I began using the lasso tool to select the person within each different position, copying and pasting each image onto the blank slate image, using the zoom tool in order to line each image with their original positions. I used an eraser tool on each layer with a hardness of 73% in order to smoothly remove areas that overlapped incorrectly. Eventually the image began to appear as if the person was completing a range of movement from right to left of the frame.

This image shows an example of sequencing that has been created by placing images side by side. I wanted to show the movement of the people spinning in a circle. I was able to capture some formal elements in the process such as the contrast between the people and the background, and the use of pattern in each frame. This form of sequencing is a lot less detailed than the photomontage version, this is typically because of the way that you have to set up before each photo. However I believe that some interesting results can be created with this technique, you can show long periods of time and also use it for some comedic purposes. For this shoot I used a tripod in order to keep a consistent composition. I then had the group perform a turn as I photographed each range of movement. I then took the images into Photoshop and created a new image. I then cropped the images to the same size and placed them in sequence next to each other.

Progression:

If I were to do this shoot again, I would like to experiment with the different techniques more. I would like to use the side by side images in order to create a story, or use a narrative for comical effect. I would also like to experiment with the photomontage and maybe incorporate some use of the person interacting with themselves. I could develop this technique by incorporating it into my subject of hyperreality. I could do this by showing repetition of the same person within the frame, each person could be edited with airbrush techniques in order to make a perfect person by media standards. I could repeat this in order to fill the image in order to highlight the prominence of media manipulation within the world.

Sequencing Straight Images

Sequencing Image Bank

These two images depict sequencing photography in different ways. The first image uses photomontage in order to show the full range of movement of the snowboarder. The second image uses multiple images without joining them in order to show the different movement of the man. These two techniques vary in a number of ways, the most notable difference being that the photo joiner combines separate images into one in order to show an extremely detailed range of movements while the second image shows a less detailed range of movements.

Sequencing is a topic that allows for movement to be depicted in a number of interesting ways. The topic can be used to almost create a story or animated image in order to show changes to the overall image. I have chosen two distinctive techniques for showing movement. Photojoiner is an effective tool that allows for multiple images to be placed into a single image. This technique offers an extremely detailed range of movements. The second technique features multiple images that are used to depict a less detailed range of movements. This technique shows a less detailed range of movements. This is due to the way that each image is individually set up, this allows for the image to achieve different effects such as a longer time period, or a more comical effect.