In order to demonstrate my understanding of basic manual techniques (aperture, iso, shutter speed, white balance, etc), I took some sample photos to play with various techniques we covered.
The photograph above was taken using f/22 aperture and a 23-second exposure. I was aiming for the ghost effect using extremely low a shutter speed.
The photograph above was taken using f/5.6 aperture and 1/50 shutter speed. I wanted a deep field of view so I tried to use a lower aperture.
The photograph above was taken using f/5.6 aperture and 1/160 shutter speed. I needed a relatively high shutter speed because of the natural movement of the subject however, the aperture was kept low in order to ensure a deep field depth.
The photograph above was taken using f/5.6 aperture and 1/20 shutter speed. I wanted details in the makeup brushes so I used harsh lighting to highlight those details.
The photograph above was taken using f/5 aperture and 1/4000 shutter speed. To emulate action photography I photographed glitter being dropped into a jar which took a lot of patience and made quite the mess however, it was worth it.
The photograph above was taken using f/25 aperture and 1/200 shutter speed. I really liked the detail in the glitter and brush here so I included this high aperture photo to show sharp contrast.
The photograph above was taken using f/25 aperture and 1/200 shutter speed. I attempted to make a bokeh.
The photograph above was taken using f/5.6 aperture and 1/200 shutter speed. I photographed the glitter that had risen to the top and that was moving and settling throughout to show depth and movement.
The photograph above was taken using f/5.6 aperture and 1/160 shutter speed. Again, I tried to capture the tiny glitter particles and their movement.
The photograph above was taken using f/6.3 aperture and 1/160 shutter speed. I wanted to show the texture of the beautyblender so I tried to light it softly and manipulate the position of the camera.