The Big Day

A man is trying to get to the wedding of someone he deeply cares for.  He is already going to be late, but there are extra road obstacles during his drive there that he won't be close to being on time. At the church, the bride is wondering where he is, and if he will make it to her wedding, and is becoming anxious and doubtful. Finally, the man gets there, walks up to the doors, and pushes them open. He sees the bride and her groom at the altar: sadness, disappointment, and regret wash over him as he watches them turn to look at him, then look away.

Who- the guy in the car trying to get to the wedding and the bride
What- a wedding is what they are currently doing
When- on the brides wedding day, i don't know the date
Why- they guy really wants to be thee for the weeding, but is going to be late due to obstacles on the road
How- he gets there with his car, so its probably a car commercial

Weddings are a huge deal to most people, especially for the bride. Everything has to be perfect; the bouquet, the bride, and the food.
But its not only the objects and accessories that make the big day amazing, its the people who are there to celebrate it with you.
Tom Saders was invited to his best friends wedding, and knew he needed to be there to support her.
"It was extremely important that i be there, because we have been best friends since we were in diapers, and i just wanted to be there for her," Tom said.
But on the big day, Tom ran into a few obstacles along the drive to get to the church where the wedding would be held.
"I was in my car and things just kept popping up, stopping me and making me take longer," Tom said.
Tom was beginning to get nervous and was anxious about whether he was going to make it.
"I knew that if i missed the wedding, i would regret it my whole life.  After a while, i realized i was going to make it to the wedding, i would just be late," Tom said.
At the church, the bride, Kathy Love, was wondering where her best friend was.
"I was feeling really disappointed in him, because he knew how important this day was to me," Kathy said.
The service started, and Kathy's father, Walter Love, walked her down the aisle to her future husband.
"I was so proud and happy for my daughter. But at the same time i was a little sad, i was letting her go," Walter said.
Tom Saders still wasn't there.
Finally, after the bride and groom had said there vows, the pastor was about to make them husband and wife when Tom got there.  He opened the church doors and stood there looking at his best friend and her groom.
"She looked so beautiful up there, i was so happy, yet embarrassed at the same time," Tom said
Tom Sanders was late to the wedding, and the friends still haven't restored the friendship they had had before that big day.

Portfolio Analysis

Part 1.

1. a. Name of Photographer- Alyssa Schukar
b. General Focus of Portfolio- people, stories
c. List three problems that the judges noted about the portfolio- the judges said that the photos were dark, they said they had seen it been done better, and they didn't really feel any emotion with the photos, just that it was a little boring.
d. List two thing the judges liked- they liked some of the backgrounds and scenery in some of the photos, and there were some photos that really stood out to them, like the man with the shovel.
e. What is your overall impression of the photographer? What did you like or not like? I agreed with the judges that some of them were unemotional and boring, but i also really liked a couple of them, like the woman in a wedding dress with the dark skies behind her.

2. a. Name of Photographer- Nick Adams
b. General Focus of Portfolio- people, stories, sports
c. List three problems that the judges noted about the portfolio- they said that if you have to read the caption of a photo then its not working, they said that the photographer cut off a guys head to much, and they said the photos were poorly framed.
d. List two things the judges liked- they said it took a strong person to take these photos, they also liked the way the colors stood out in some photos
e. What is your overall impression of the photographer? What did you like or not like? The first photo in the portfolio shocked me, as did others. I liked the photos that had really good focus, and most of them were really great.

3. a. Name of Photographer- Jordan Murph
b. General Focus of Portfolio- sports and stories
c. List three problems that the judges noted about the portfolio- they felt as if some of the stories were staged, they wanted him to get more real action, and his photos didn't have that much to do with his story and there needed to be more details.
d. List two things the judges liked- they really liked the composition of his photos, and there was good lighting and good moments captured in some of the photos
e. What is your overall impression of the photographer? What did you like or not like?
I feel that if he hadn't done the sorties, it would have been a lot better. I liked the photos in the beginning and they were strong, but then they just started getting boring and just wrong.

4. Winner- Dustin Snipes
a. What did the judges note as strengths as they were critiquing it? They liked the composition of the photos, the moments that were captured, and the angles the photos were taken from.
b. What do you see as strengths? Do you see any weaknesses? I agree with the judges and totally understand why they chose this as the winner.  I don't see any weaknesses, and i love every single photo in the portfolio. I especially like the photo with the swimmer touching his goggles and the water droplets separating the camera and him.  You could see his face in the droplets too, and i want to know how the photographer was able to take this shot.

5. Contest Recap
Briefly describe the process the judges went through in deciding the winner.
They went through the portfolios they thought had potential. Then they make a pro and con list of the ones they have.  They chose some that have photos that they don't like.

Part 2

6.  Describe one photo that you agreed with the judges on. Explain why you and the judges do or do not like it. I agree with what the judges say about part 2 because it has a lot going on and I didn't understand what i needed to focus on.

 Describe one photo that you do NOT agree with the judges on. Explain why you think the judges are wrong. I don't agree with the judges on the photo of the year.  I believe the no pro/no college should definitely have won. It had a lot of emotion and action and really captured the right moment in my opinion. The others didn't really match up to it.  

Student of the Month Final Story ft. Hanna Jaser

This past month, Hanna Jaser, junior, was nominated for student of the month. What’s different about Jaser is that she is actually and exchange student from Germany, choosing to study abroad here in Texas for one year. 

This award is important to Bowie Students as it gives them a reason to work harder. Jaser understands what receiving this award means, and knows her hard work payed off.

“I just worked hard and tried to give the best I could to everything I did,” Jaser said.

When Hanna walked into her 2nd period math class April 3rd, she found the Principal and other assistant Principles waiting there with a certificate and a little buffet of cookies.

“I was really surprised and extremely happy,” Jaser said. 

Jaser said she hadn't neccesarily prepared for this moment.

“I never thought i would be Student of the Month, but i always worked hard, so i guess that prepared me for this,” she said.

To be Student of the Month, you have to excel in your grades, but you also have to be well rounded participating, in extracurricular activities.

“I participate in lacrosse, music, and am interested in medicine.  I was also involved with Student Leadership back home in Germany,” she said.

While most students have no clue what they want to do as a career, Jaser is set in her way to be a doctor.

“I would like to attend either UT, Heidelberg, or Berlin. I want to pursue the career of a cardiothoracicsurgoen,” she said. 

Being awarded Student of the month is a definitely something to be proud of, but she doesn't think it was just herself that got her here.

“My parents have made a big impact in my life and have shaped me to be smart, kind and loyal,” she said. 

When asked what advice she would give to anyone trying to achieve Student of the month or any other kind of award, she thinks it mostly about just being who you are.

“Just work hard to achieve your goals, get through the hard times, and stay true to yourself.”

Nut Graph

       Nut graph basically explains the value of a news story. It is an editorial slang term used for newspapers. It tells the readers why the story matters and puts it into context. It can summarize the key points of a story. It can be a simple declarative sentence. Or it could also be a long paragraph. The nut graf basically supplies the directions and the readers will hopefully understand it.
        To write a nut graf you have to know why your story is newsworthy. You have to think about the 5 W's and the 1 H. You have to capture a story's "sweep." Who is affected by the story? Why is the development happening? You won't see this term though in an actual sentence.  Many believe this is the most important part of the whole story. It will improve the stores composition. The Nut graf is usually combined with the lede. people usually ask, "Why am I reading this?"  The nug graf answers that for the readers.

Inverted Pyramid

Student of the Month Interview

20 Questions

1.  Why do you think you were chosen student of the month?
I think i was chosen because I am kinds, hard working, and smart.
2.  What accomplishments have you made?
I think my best accomplishment was getting into this student exchange program and being bale to live here.
3. Do you like to help people?
Yes when i can i will.
4. Is there anything you get for being student of the month?
I don't think so except respect.
5.  How do you become student of the month?
I just worked hard and tried to give the best i could to everything i did.
6.  Did you have to be nominated by teachers to be student of the month.?
Yes we had to be nominated by teachers and fellow students.
7. How did you find out you were the student of the month?
My math teacher told me when i got to class one day and there was a tiny little celebration with food.
8. What were your emotions like when you found out you were student of the month?
I was really surprised and extremely happy.
9. Is there any advice you have to kids out there wanting to be student of the month?
Just work hard to achieve your goals, and get through the hard times. 
10. How have you prepared for this?
Not at all, because i never though i would be student of the month, i just always tried to be a good student. 
11.  What interests do you have?
I'm interested in lacrosse, music and medicine.
12. Do you participate in any extracurricular activities?
Yes, i participate in lacrosse. 
13.  What moments in your life did you realize you had to be a better person?
All of the moment i have had in my life have shaped me to be a better person.
14.  Have there been any monumental happenings in your life that have shaped you?
Yes, being an exchange student, and my brother, not in a good way, though.
15. Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Hansen and Mrs. Brett because they are awesome and have taught me a lot of valuable lessons.
16. Were you in any school leadership programs like Student Council, NHS, or Pals?
 I was in Student Leadership one year.
17. What would you like to be when you grow up?
I would like to be a cardiothoracicsurgeon.
18. Do you know what colleges or universities you will be applying for in the future?
I would like to attend either UT, Heidelberg, or Burlin.
19. Have your parents influence you in any way?
My parents have taught me to be smart and kind and loyal to other people.
20.  How long have you been working towards this goal?
My whole life, so i can achieve all of my goals. 

School Uniforms

Assignment #1
1. Principal
2. Student
3. Teacher

20 Questions
1. Is there a reason you decided to enforce school uniforms?
2. Why do you think wearing school uniforms will be beneficial?
3. What are the pros to wearing school uniforms?
4. What are the cons to wearing school uniforms?
5. What do you think about having to wear uniforms every day now?
6. Do you believe the superintendent and principal made the right choice in enforcing uniforms?
7. Will the students be allowed to personalize their uniforms with jewelry and such?
8. What will the penalty or punishment be if a student breaks the uniform policy?
9. How will the uniforms be funded?
10. Will the school provide them or  do the student have to pay for them?
11. Will wearing the uniforms help reduce bullying and comparison?
12. Is there a possibility that the students might go on strike and not wear the uniforms? What would you do if that happened? What would the consequences be for the students?
13. Are you, as a teacher, in favor of the new policy about uniforms?
14. What colors will be on the uniforms? What design will be featured on them?
15.  For the kids who can't afford the uniform fee, if there is one, what would would happen to them? Would you provide them uniforms?
16.  How long do you expect this policy to stay in place?
17. Do you think we will see a decline in people attending this school when the uniform policy is enacted?
18.  Will girls have to wear skirts? If so, what would they do during the winter months?
19. Will students have a say in the way their uniforms will look?
20. How will wearing uniforms solve anything? Will they really make an impact?

Iphone Extra Credit

I used my iPhone to take a photo of some fake flowers we have in our house. Then I downloaded an editing app called Snapseed to edit the photo. 

Architecture shoot

Patterns

Surroundings

Details

Angles and Shapes

Light

Architecture Shoot Preview #2

Surroundings
This is a surroundings example because while the architecture of the buildings are great, the surroundings  of the building are really pretty too. The ocean adds to the effect and is pretty cool.

Angles and Shapes
The building is definitely not composed of right angles.  It has a cool curved affect,  and this is a great piece of architecture. 

Patterns
This is not exactly normal as the houses are directly lined up next to each other. They are symmetrical and they have the same patterns, house after house.

Light
The light reflects off the blocks and adds shade to some areas.  This  lighting makes this architecture photo really neat and cool. It adds a cool geometric effect to the building. 

Details
This is only a part of the big building, but the photographer chose this specific spot to show details of the spider and of some of the building. You can see the bricks of the building and the wrinkles on the spider. 

Iphone Warmup

1.  My favorite photo from the iPhone 6 word Gallery was the photo of a dark arm on a wood table, and the camera was able to capture a little rainbow on his hand, which deeply contrasted his hand and the table, making the photo look really cool.
2. It doesn't seem as if all of these photos were taken from a phone, but apparently they were. Some of them were really good, it looked as if it had taken a really good camera and good editing skill to make it look like that.
3.  On some of the photos, apps really helped the photos in editing, but you can tell that the phone was able to get a really good shot.
4. Two tips that could help me take a photo with my phone is 1. maybe trying to get some goo macro shots because they look really good, especially on flowers, 2. finding new angles besides the regular ones. I could take some odd pots at different angles, which could really help some photos.

5 Interesting Buildings (Architecture)

The Basket Building
1. NBBJ was the architect
2. Was built in 1997
3. It is located in the Newark, United States.
4. It is public, but people work there
5. Around $30 million to build
6. This is a company, the Longaberger family, that sells home products directly.
7.  I really liked the architecture of this building.  It looks really cool, and its neat that the reason it is shaped like a basket is because Dave Longaberger made a lot of baskets.  Its a family business, and while the outside is amazing, the inside is really prettyI too. 

Burj Al Arab
1. Tom Wright was the architect
2. Was built in 1999
3. It is located in united Arab Emirates
4. You can visit, it is public
5. Costed around $650 million to make
6.  This is a hotel, and attracts a lot of people.
7. I chose this building because when i first saw i though it looked like a sail on a ship.  Then i did some research, and found that was the purpose.  I also read that this is called the "only 7 star hotel," and is the third tallest hotel in the world. I like the look of it, and the beach is really pretty, adding to its affect. There is also a tennis court that overlooks the ocean, which is pretty cool.

Eden project
1. Nicholas Grimshaw was the architect
2. Was built in 2000
3. It is located in the United Kingdom
4. You can visit it because it is a real tourist  attraction
5. Costed around 140 million euros
6. This was basically made to house plants from all over the world.
7.  I chose this building because when i first saw it I thought it looked really pretty and cool.  I'm interested in the environment and science, so this really caught my attention. Its awesome that is is home to so many different plants, and the architecture of the buildings are beautiful.  I like the dome shapes, and its perfects for the purpose of the Eden Project. 

1.  There was a team of architects but mostly Colin Fournier.
2. Was built in 2003
3. It is located in Austria
4. it is open to public
5. I could not find information on how much it costed.
6.  This has may different types of the arts and film under one rook
7. This was really cool to look at and i wanted to learn more about it, so i chose this building. When i first saw it, i though it looked like an alien or alien ship. When i did some research, i found out that it was actually called the "friendly alien." I also like it because in the middle of ordinary houses like you can see in the photo, there is this big dark and abstract building. really making it pop. 

Nord LB Building
1. Behnisch Architekten
2.  Was built in 1970, but others were built after, like this one in 2002.
3.  It is located in Germany
4.  It is open to public, you can visit it
5. I could not find any information on how much it cost to build the building
6.  This is a bank that has multiple sites, the one picture above is the head office is in Hanover, Germany
7.   What made me choose this building was definitely the amazing architecture. I like the modern look of the whole building, and how there are so many windows and glass, which i really like, as it adds to the modern feel.  The building has an odd shape because there are parts that are just sticking out, which is really cool.  I really want to visit this place, because even though banks can be boring, this looks like a fun one.

Action Shot Shoot

Blurry Creative Action shot

Person moving at me

Person in motion movie parallel to me

Panning