Ideas for My portfoilio

[H4V0C]

Hi guys.

New to Photography,just started this year around may,im running with two camera's,a Pentax k100d and i've just been given a Canon Eos 500d for my christmas(long story).

Any way,could you guys help me out?i need to build a portfoilio for acceptance into a collage course.now ive got basic photo's,sunset,portrait etc.but i need some aww inspiring photos to secure me the place.can any of you's help me with some ideas?if i should use filters or what not.you get the idea.i know i shouldnt be pawning ideas,i should be thinking on my own,but i really am strugling.

Thank you for your time.

John

[ether]

Originally Posted by H4V0C

Hi guys.

New to Photography,just started this year around may,im running with two camera's,a Pentax k100d and i've just been given a Canon Eos 500d for my christmas(long story).

Any way,could you guys help me out?i need to build a portfoilio for acceptance into a collage course.now ive got basic photo's,sunset,portrait etc.but i need some aww inspiring photos to secure me the place.can any of you's help me with some ideas?if i should use filters or what not.you get the idea.i know i shouldnt be pawning ideas,i should be thinking on my own,but i really am strugling.

Thank you for your time.

John

when your stuck for ideas look around you
think of a theme Light,fear,havoc, movement etc.

then try to illustrate it



hope this helps

Ed

[H4V0C]

Thanks,lol,im sure it will.just trying to gather alot of info to get into a course.i so badly want to impress with my pics to the entry people is all.

But thanks for your tips

[chris-p]

A theme is a good idea. If you're stuck for something try to choose a theme which doesn't tie you to a particular style of photo, something like light (as Ed suggested) or a particular colour.

[Ince]

Get your self a list of themes. Once you have a good selection pic one or two that could work together for example, light and reflection.

Now try and write a brief of what is needed using your theme or themes. This will give you structure to you work and limit the urge to take a pic at every opportunity. Set your self a brief a week and get to work.

Having a method of work should help with the college interview. You will be able to show how you came to take the photo and have a written brief as evidence. You will also be able to discuss how well you fulfilled you expectations. This is handy for self criticism, which should lead you to better pics.

[shoot_me]

hi, im new too!! lol
i must say i have seen some great mountain bike photos taking when i have been out. if you live near any trail centres get up there on a weekend jump into a bush and fire away im sure you will get loads of action shots. i cant wait to get doing it myself!!
all the best fella

[H4V0C]

Thanks guys,apreciate all the help and advise

John