<p>I use the Canon Rebel XT...which is very very worn. Just haven't been able to afford a newer camera....About 30,000 photos have come from it. Haha. Lenses include the 16-35 f/2.8, 60mm f/2.8, and 50mm f/1.8.</p>
<p>Spruce, I use photoshop for everythingggg. I'm one of those people who never lets anyone see a photo that's not film unedited. Ever.</p>
<p>haha, im the complete opposite, i never use photoshop, but i wanna get it so i can separate CMYK and make gum bichromate prints</p>
<p>I posted my "portfolio," granted its very limited and unfocused at the moment, does anyone have suggestions on directions I should take or ways to hone my eye? I've limited photographic resources in my area (my college doesn't even have a photography club) so I'm definitely looking for advice from people with more experience than me.</p>
<p>Apologies if this is off topic, since it's not really a portfolio that is going to be used for college admissions but it seems that the thread has become very photo-centric at the moment anyway.</p>
<p>Relink of of my photostream: Flickr:</a> Timothy Churchill's Photostream</p>
<p>Since you have an affinity for nature photography, I would say to search the internet and look at some professional nature and landscape photography. The photos you have on your Flickr lack that interesting punch. Sure they have the "basic elements" of photography - line, shape, form, etc... but there is no real factor that makes it interesting to the eye. If you look at others' work, you can teach yourself to have a more artistic eye that sees things that aren't noticeable at first glance, perhaps. Original composition is key for you to pursue any kind of photography, which I'm sure you know. You want to create the image that has never ever been taken. Oh, and use more vivid colors says my friend.</p>
<p>JPG</a> Magazine: People: Casi Fleischman</p>
<p>BA -This is some of my daughter's photography...she's a junior - the stuff on the first few pages were taken when she was a sophomore. She has the same camera and some of the same lenses as you...in addition she has a 75-135mm. Many of her macros were taken with a reverse kit lens - she has a story re this that's linked on the front page.</p>
<p>Are your lens Canon brand?</p>
<p>Timothy & BA, I think JPGmag is a super place to get constructive, positive feedback from professionals and advanced hobbyists from all over the world. Great community there.</p>
<p>Oooh she has some nice shots!
Yes, mine are Canon brand.</p>
<p>^^^ I really think you need a new camera - maybe it's just seen better days. Your eye is terrific and your shot setups are very creative. I could definitely see you getting into fashion photography, but that camera is holding you back.</p>
<p>Timothy, I really love your macros and flower shots, but I'm with BA on the landscape ones. I think you need a better lens for these, and some more time playing with color and tone in editing.</p>
<p>If you look under landscapes under the theme category on JPG, you can look at a bazilion.</p>
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<p>Your stuff is terrific - you won't find me giving you a harsh crit - keep snapping...I'm sure with that portfolio you could be admitted on those alone. I'm willing to bet that they had all nice things to say on NPD too.</p>
<p>Photo portfolio accepted to SVA and SAIC at brandoncphotography.com</p>
<p>Congrats :)</p>
<p>awesome bmc! and thanks mattsmom :)</p>
<p>Here's my portfolio so far its only a few pieces but I just can't decide which of my other pieces are going to make it :). I'm applying to Parsons/Eugene Lang, RISD, and Carnegie Mellon's Art program but have no idea If I have a chance at getting in. Would anyone be willing to give me a realistic (harsh) critique?</p>
<p>I wish art schools would post examples of the average talented portfolios that usually get in, like regular schools do w/ GPAs!! haha.</p>
<p>And congrats to everyone that's gotten in already :)</p>
<p>oops! haha I forgot to post my flickr thing:</p>
<p>Portfolio</a> (common app)</p>
<p>^^^ where is it?</p>
<p>anarvaez --</p>
<p>Your portfolio looks like it's coming along pretty well. I especially like these two:</p>
<p>Flickr</a> Photo Download: IMG<em>1338</em>2sm</p>
<p>Flickr</a> Photo Download: IMG<em>1328</em>2sm</p>
<p>I also LOVE your choice of color with the acrylic self portrait and your painterly brush strokes. :)</p>
<p>If you're asking for constructive criticism, I guess my only suggestion would be to do a few creative pieces to make your portfolio stand out from others. While art schools want to see that an applicant possesses a knowledge of the fundamental basics, they also want to get a feel of what makes you different from everyone else.</p>
<p>^^^^ I also LOVED IMG_1328.</p>
<p>You're definitely giving them what they want to see with still lifes. I think many rejections are to kids who don't realize that they toss anime and fantasy pics on the reject pile w/o looking at them. You're totally on the right track. Just keep drawing like you have been. And, I liked what Sno said about keeping a certain edge so that you stand out - that is definitely part of the appeal of 1328.</p>
<p>Hi everyone,</p>
<p>I've only picked art up again recently, so I don't have many old pieces.
My major would be in Fine Arts, and probably painting.... I'm applying to UChicago, Yale, and NYU for art. Also Pafa and Tyler later in march.</p>
<p>Flickr:</a> tingting wei's Photostream</p>
<p>Any critique is appreciated! And any information on my chances is loved. :)</p>
<p>GORGEOUS work. I'm jealous.</p>
<p>I couldn't chance you because I don't know your grades... and you have to be accepted to the actual schools before the art programs, correct?</p>
<p>Woooooow, kiyuster -- Your portfolio is amazing!</p>