Pinhole Evaluation

Pinhole Photographs Final Print Evaluation

Name: period:

Directions: Evaluate your work based on the following criteria. Each section is worth 25 points. Filling out this worksheet with thought and completion is another grade for this problem. T S ______ / ______ 35 points OBJECTIVE(S): solving the problem I have created a final print that is conceptually connected to my pinhole camera I have created at least 4 successful positive and negatives for my visual notes. Comments:

______ / ______ 25 points DARKROOM SKILLS: studio processes and procedures Each of the negative / positive combinations has good contrast

My final prints demonstrate proper exposure techniques including adjusting times when necessary. I have used a glass easel to flatten my negative while contact printing. I have demonstrated the proper use of darkroom chemistry and processes to make my prints My print is sharp in focus. I have not moved my print while it was being exposed. I have used the print dryer to ensure that my print does not have watermarks. Comments:

______ / ______ 25 points DESIGN / CONCEPT: how you solved the problem as an artist My final print has only what I wanted in the frame (no excess people, signs, etc.) My visual notes are aesthetically pleasing. I have put the negatives and positives in my binder using tape, not glue. I have put the negatives and positives next to each other. I have recorded the exposure times and type of light for each exposure. I have considered the point of view (angle of the camera) for my final print. Comments:

______ / ______ 15 points PRESENTATION: craftsmanship of the final print

I have trimmed the print to have 90 degree corners (exception to the prints with circular cameras). My final print is free of dust, scratches, chemical stains, dings, finger prints or other distracting marks I have turned in my final print, evaluation sheet and visual notes in a plastic sleeve. Comments:

______ / ______ Total (100 points)

Self Reflection Questions

Directions: Please respond to the following questions using complete sentences. You must answer each question thoroughly in order for me to better understand your thoughts on solving the art problem. How is your final print directly related to your camera? Explain thoroughly as I will use this to grade your objectives.

Given what you know now, would you make your camera out of something else? What would it be?

What was the most difficult part of this process?

Showpiece selections:

Directions: Select an artwork in which you feel is an exemplar image of the following categories. Do not pick the same artwork more then once. Use 1-2 sentences to explain your reasoning behind your selection. _________ Clear Concept - Select a print that you feel showcases a clear concept between the print and the camera

_________ Composition- Select a print that showcases a really strong layout of the objects within the image.

_________ Craftsmanship

_________ Risk

- Which print shows exceptional darkroom skills and presentation

Taking- Select a print in which you feel the artist took a big risk in this art problem.