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Assignment: Capture an Authentic Expression

Don't be bashful! If you want comments, give comments. You don't need to be an expert photographer to express your opinion about the work of others. You don't need to go into great depth. A simple remark about cropping, composition, color, subject matter, etc. can be of just as much help to a budding photographer as an in-depth critique.

Find a person you consider interesting and take a series of portraits of this person, concentrating on capturing an authentic expression. Use your newfound connection techniques to engage him or her.

To complete this assignment, I decided to photograph Jack. He is one of my favorite kids to photograph; he’s animated yet capable of thoughtful moments. The picture I chose as most representative was taken in the open doorway of a car — after one of his basketball games. His expression shows that he’s a kid with depth, and you can tell that we have a special connection. The photo was taken at ISO 1600, f/11, 1/640 sec. with a Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS lens.

Remember to visit www.pwsbooks.com after you complete this assignment and share your favorite photo! It’s a community of enthusiastic photographers and a great place to view what other readers have created. You can also post comments and read encouraging suggestions and feedback.