Photo Story

An illuminated sign hangs in the lobby at the Sweet Home police station located at 1950 Main St. 

Officer Keenan, a Sweet Home native and patrol officer of two years with the Sweet home Police radios dispatch to notify them that he is in enroute to a call in Sweet Home on Thursday June 7. 

Officer Keenan Responds to a call at the Sweet home high school parking, Marissa Kurtz a Sweet Home senior locked her keys in her car on Thursday June 7. 

Officer Keenan uses a slim jim to try and pivot the door lock on a locked car on Thrusday June 7 in the Sweet Home high school parking lot. 

Officer Keenan fills out an incident report form on the trunk of his police issue Dodge Charger after assisting Marissa Kurtz get into her car. 

week 10 forum

 

This picture of the a motocross rider catching air is my favorite picture I have taking during this class.

The picture stands out to me focus of the great angle and being in focus.

This photo is a great example of what I have learned about photojournalism including lighting, angle and focus.

During the photojournalism class I have learned to think about my shots before I take them. Also challenging myself to get the best shot possible. Also I was inspired by a quote by Dewitt Jones "Celebrate whats right, there is more than one right answer." 

Week One Forum Review
TOPIC 2- One of my goals for this course is to improve my photo taking skills by understanding focus on the subject. Also I would like to improve my communication skill while giving an interview. Another goal I would like to accomplish is improve my knowledge of internet blog sites.

After reflecting on my photos taken during this course its clear to see the my photo quality has certainty improved. I really tried to think about the shot before a took it, or i would take practice shots and see how they turned out.
My communication skills have improved as well, I now ask questions that are focus and to the point.
My knowledge of internet blog sites and improved as well i now have over 10 post on my blog.

week 5 forum

TOPIC: LYNSEY ADDARIO

Now that we're more than halfway through "It's What I Do," let's reflect on the work of photojournalist Lynsey Addario. This covers chapters 2-7. 

Similar to earlier in the term, in a NARRATIVE that's about 200 words (or more?!) ...

• Tell what you think of Addario's adventures/work in chapters 2-7.
• What two things have made an impression on you? Explain!
• What lessons can you apply in Photojournalism? What techniques can you use? 
• What personal sacrifices do see that Addario has made to pursue her profession? 
• What's your favorite quote (copy and paste it!) and why?
• What's your favorite photo(s) and explain why?

week 4 forum

TOPIC 1: NPPA CODE OF ETHICS -- Look at the National Press Photographers Association Code of Ethics posted on Moodle.

1. Which item in the "Code of Ethics” section do you find most compelling? EXPLAIN WHY that stands out.
2. Next, look at the list under "Ideally, photojournalists should ...” Again, pick the item that most stands out for you and EXPLAIN WHY you think it matters.
3. Write about an EXAMPLE that illustrates one of the principles you highlighted from the NPPA Code of Ethics. In other words, how would you apply the rule?

TOPIC 2: FAVORITE PHOTOS -- As we approach the midpoint of the term, let's do a shoutout for some of your fellow students' work.

Go through the class blog and pick out TWO PHOTOS by TWO DIFFERENT STUDENTS other than yourself that you appreciate. 
1.)Taryn's Photo of a dirt bike doing a wheelie across a sand dune is outstanding. she did a great job a capturing her subject in action. angle is good as well. Tayrns Pic
2.) Sara Melchers shot of the roller durby is a great shot. the shot shows great emotion in the moment. Sara's pic 

Then tell why you like the photo (e.g. great subject, angle, use of light, details in the caption). Be sure to include LINKS to your favorite photos! If you like, POST A COPY of the photos, too.

NOTE: If somebody already has written about a certain photo, please pick another. Thanks.

TOPIC 3: FAVORITE LYNSEY ADDARIO MOMENT: Describe your favorite part of the book so far, identifying the page numbers of the passage; include a quote; why did this particular story stand out to you; what have you learned about photojournalism from Lynsey Addario?

on page 186 I love lynsey addario quote" Every i would push myself to do something i didnt want to do...The philosophy extended to work; I allowed myself to enjoy life only if i worked hard, if i tested my limits, if i created a lasting body of work." I really appreiate her outlook or approach to life and work. I personally try to push myself to my limits and i think thats important because it helps us find out who we really are.

week 3 forum

TOPIC 1: TWO PORTRAIT SUBJECTS --  Write about TWO possible subjects for your Environmental Portrait and Mug Shot.  For each subject note:

1. His or her FULL NAME; Scotty Mckee
2. Your subject's "claim to fame” (What is their passion? What are they best known for? Job? Creativity? Achievement?) Scotty is a social worker by day and a budtender by night. scotty is know for being a hard worker and a compassionate person as well.
3. The best environment in which to shoot this person. At work tending buds at Going Green Albany.
4. Props that would work best. Cannabis product that are on display.
5. How you plan to contact this person. Personal contact

TOPIC 1: TWO PORTRAIT SUBJECTS --  Write about TWO possible subjects for your Environmental Portrait and Mug Shot.  For each subject note:

1. His or her FULL NAME: Cj Stephenson
2. Your subject's "claim to fame” (What is their passion? What are they best known for? Job? Creativity? Achievement?) CJ is a hard working family man that works at the post office.
3. The best environment in which to shoot this person. At home with his daughter or at work.
4. Props that would work best. boxes and labels at the post office.
5. How you plan to contact this person. facebook or text message.

TOPIC 2: SELF-CRITIQUE --  Now that you've been committing photojournalism for a few weeks ...

1. What is the BEST PHOTO you've taken for this class, and WHY is it your best? (Post a copy of it! AND A LINK!) I think my best photo is of the racer jumping his dirt bike at a local race track.picture link
2. What is the WORST PHOTO you've posted on your blog so far, and WHY did it turn out that way? (Post a copy, or not ...) The worst photo is probably my overall shot on diversity day. There was just no focus on those shots.
3. What SKILL do you feel you have to improve the most to raise the quality of your photos?
   1. Getting closer to people in the moment.

week 9 blog/ book report

Mitchell Banks

JN 134 RP

Lynsey Addario Book Report

5-30-18

                  I recently read a book titled It’s what I do by Lynsey Addario, an American photojournalist that documents the true human cost of war in Afghanistan for the New York Times. I admire Lynsey Addario’s bravery, ambition and determination to capture photos of such dangerous environments and grim situations. Her passion for photography and capturing the story is clearly shown through out her work. Her work gives viewers a unique perspective on the realisms of combat situations and the long-lasting effects that it has on people as well as their communities. I believe one of her most compelling photos is of a young Afghan boy named Khalid, after being hit with shrapnel fragments from a bomb dropped on his village. The picture shows Khalid’s innocent face bandaged and his bloodshot eyes are filled with fear and confusion (Its what I do, Lynsey Addario, chapter 9 photo). Lynsey Addario’s ability to capture both sides of the story set her work apart from other photographers. She is eager to capture all aspects of war, from taking pictures of high ranking U.S. military officers in tactical operation control rooms to villagers and Taliban fighters on the mountain sides of Afghanistan.

                  I really admire Lynsey Addario’s ability to challenge herself when it comes to her life and her work; she makes it her mission, like a navy seal commando journalism super hero woman. One of my favorite quotes from the book is “Every day I would push myself to do something I didn’t want to do…The philosophy extended to work: I allowed myself to enjoy life only if I worked hard, if I tested my limits, if I created a lasting body of work.”(It’s what I do, Lynsey Addario page 186.) That quote inspired me to get out of my comfort zone on a sports and action assignment for my photojournalism class. While I was taking pictures of dirt bikes practicing at a local raceway, I wanted to get closer to the action and the jumps. I found myself on the edge of the track kneeling down just a few feet from the racing motorcycles going down the track. I was nervous being that close and I looked around and wondered to myself,” Am I allowed to be here?”  Soon after a group of racers came by and I started snapping pictures, I realized I was in a great spot and my only focus was to capture the action happening in front of me. I’m glad that I pushed myself to go where I didn’t feel comfortable, because I quickly overcame that when I saw how great the shots were.

I would certainly recommend that other people read this book. The stories are eye opening and are so interesting that you just want to keep reading. The book does a great job of showing the everyday life and struggles of war on both sides of the fence. I think it’s important for people to realize and understand the effects of war on people and their communities. 

photo credit: LynseyAddario.com 

action/sport motocross

Racers round the corners during practice at Gran Prix motocross track in Albany off of I-5 on Wednesday, May 23. Gran Pix was founded in 1989 by a local professional rider.

Racers ride their dirt bikes as fast as they can to get into position and maintain track bragging rights at Gran Prix in Albany. 

A racer pushes his dirt bike to the limit, sailing through the air after hitting a jump on the Gran Prix track. Grand Prix host practices on Wednesday and race events on Saturdays.  

week 7 blog

TOPIC 1: SHOOTING SPORTS -- Our guest speakers Scobel Wiggins and Karl Maasdam offered a variety of suggestions for shooting action and sports.

1. Write in detail about TWO TIPS that stood out from one of their talks.
2. For each tip describe how you can use that suggestion for your own sports/action assignment.

1. (1.)Always protect your gear from the weather elements.(2.)If you saw it happen you missed the shot.
2. (1.) plan on bringing a 3 gallon zip lock bag to cover me camera during rain. (2.) I am going to try to watch the event through my lens so it insures a good shot.

TOPIC 2: ACTION/SPORTS PHOTOS -- Now that you've got some tips on how to shoot action ...

1. WHAT is your Sports/Action subject?
2. WHEN and WHERE are you going to shoot it?
3. Karl/Scobel talked about their approach to shooting sports/action. Your approach must include an "overall,” "medium” and a "closeup/detail” shot. While one of these can be a “sideline” shot, you must have at least one good ACTION PHOTO. List your ideas for:
1. OVERALL --
2. MEDIUM --
3. CLOSEUP/DETAIL --
   
   
   1. YMCA week end sports
   2. Albany YMCA this week end
   A.) team photo in the huddleor on the court.
   B.) the movement a few people.
   C.) One person making a play.

My home town

A sunny May day on Foster Lake in Sweet Home Oregon. Foster lake is a 1200-acre manmade reservoir created in the 1960's. Foster is a great fishing and swimming destination located just outside of the Willamette Valley in the foothills of the Cascade Range.

Local boaters enjoy racing across the calm waters on Foster Lake Thursday May 17th on their wave runner, located in Sweet Home Oregon.

week 6 blog

week 7 blog topics                TOPIC ONE 

1. What town/city are you going to photograph and WHY?  I'm going to photograph sweet home Oregon because is such a beautiful small town with a lot a character.  

1. List 3 ideas for photos that you could take: one portrait subject; one landmark; and one activity. - i want to capture the sweet home barber for my portrait subject. I will shoot foster lake as the landmark. I will shoot people at the skate park for the activity.

1. Which one of these photos will pose the biggest challenge for you, and explain WHY. Most likely the portrait subject, Im going to have to find someone that wants to have their pictures taken.  

TOPIC TWO 

who? Sweet home police officer 

What? K-9 Officer

Where? Sweet Home, Oregon

When?  This week end and more

Why? They are an asset to the community 

Who? Sweet Home Fire Fighter 

What? Fire Fighter

Where? Sweet Home 

When? This weekend and more 

Why? They are an asset to the community 

Diversity day event

  

Students and community members look for flowers to buy for mothers day in the green house during the diversity day event on May 9th at LBCC.

Students and staff wonder around the LBCC green house looking for plants to buy during the diversity day event on May 9th.  

A beautiful specimen of coleus henna is grown by students in the green house at LBCC awaits a new home during the diversity day event on May 9th.

LBCC health and safety fair

Team Oregon motorcycle instructor Michael Heinen and Declan O'Hara trade road trip stories and riding tips at The LBCC health and safety fair on May 2nd. Michael Heinen has been an instructor with Team Oregon since 2001, courses offered are Basic Rider Training, Intermediate Rider Training, Advanced Rider Training and Rider Skills Practice.

Students and staff explore exhibit tables around the court yard at the LBCC health and safety fair on May 2nd. 

Team Oregon motorcycle instructor Michael Heinen and Declan O'Hara trade road trip stories and riding tips at The LBCC health and safety fair on May 2nd. Michael Heinen has been an instructor with Team Oregon since 2001, courses offered are Basic Rider Training, Intermediate Rider Training, Advanced Rider Training and Rider Skills Practice.

Environmental potrait and mug

Bud tender Scottie McKee is eager to help patients and customers at Going Green in Albany. Scottie assists customers by providing excellent product knowledge, outstanding customer service and a passion to make people smile. Scottie is defiantly an asset to his community,  he also has a job helping homeless vetrans find housing in Linn and benton counties. When Scottie does have free time from his two jobs, he enjoys exploring Oregon with his family.

Scottie McKee

Earth day 4-19-18 LBCC

Emily Jones(Right) and other students gather for Earth day at the LBCC main campus in Albany on Thursday, April 19.

               Students John Smith(left), and other dicuss the positive impacts of eco-friendly cars, as well as the development of electric cars.

Students explore earth day booths and enjoy the sunshine at the LBCC Albany campus. Activities started at 10:00A.M. and lasted until about 1:00 P.M.

humans of LBCC 2

Chris Mattson

“My name is Chris Mattson I have been a public safety officer here at LBCC coming up on Five years now. I started off as a bouncer at the age of 18 and I’ve been doing that for 22 years now. During my career as a bouncer I have been shot two times, once in the arm and once in the back by a man that was driving away after a bar fight.  I have also worked in the department of corrections up in Washington for several years as S.W.A.T./E.R.T. officer. I have also worked on government contracts and as a defensive tactics instructor at the police academy. I come from a long line of law enforcement in my family, all most everyone on my mom’s side of the family was involved in law enforcement.  In my free time I enjoy fishing and bow hunting all over Oregon.”

                                                             

                                                                               Garret Gates

“Hi, I’m Garret Gates I have been a student at LBCC for about a year and a half now. I’m currently pursing my associates of arts with an Oregon transfer degree. I really like LBCC because all the staff and students are super chill. After I finish my associates degree I plan to move to bend and learn to fly. My dream job is to fly people around on scenic tours of the Grand Canyon.  When I’m not studying or working I enjoy playing basketball outside with my friends even when it’s raining. One time I played for so long in the rain my fingers started getting all wrinkled like raisins. I also like to go riding my bike around Corvallis as well as fishing on the river.” 

week 2 blog forum

My photographer of the week is Dewitt Jones. Three facts, photographer for the national geographic for 20 years, he is a motivational speaker, always celebrates whats right.
I really enjoy Jones photos because he has a eye for capturing beauty that is hiding in plain sight.
Dewitt claim to fame is shooting beautiful nature scene while celebrating whats right.

Week one forum

TOPIC 1-My name is Mitchell banks; I’ve been at Linn Benton since the spring of 2016. I’m currently working on associates of arts since my major is still undecided. I really would like a career in aviation so I also recently started working on my student pilots license. I’m taking this class because it sound interesting and I enjoy taking pictures. The only experience I have with photography is taking pictures of my dogs and nature; I have no prior experience with lighting or shutter speed variations.

TOPIC 2- One of my goals for this course is to improve my photo taking skills by understanding focus on the subject. Also I would like to improve my communication skill while giving an interview. Another goal I would like to accomplish is improve my knowledge of internet blog sites.

TOPIC 3- I think some good subjects would be class elections I could shoot candidates giving speeches. The career fair would also be interesting I could interview an employer with a booth. Also I think shooting pictures of students doing lab experiments for science and physics courses.

Humans of LBCC

    

Eric Smith 

                                             

How long have you been cutting hair? “I’ve been cutting hair for 46 years, I’ve been here in sweet home cutting hair for five years now.”

What inspired you to be a barber? “The people. I enjoy meeting all the interesting characters, in all walks of life. My brother also inspired me to become a barber, I enjoyed working with him as a hair dresser.” Eric chucked as he said, “I was attracted to that line of work because of all the beautiful women.”

Where did you start cutting hair? “I started cutting hair in Los Angles with my brother in the late 70’s. we started off slow then went on to open 14 shops across Hawaii, California and Oregon.”

Does business pick up in the spring and summer months? “I’m busy all year around. Hair all grows the same, it doesn’t matter what time of the year it is.”

How many people do you think come in for a hair cut each week? “I see hundreds of people each week here. I’m open from 7 o’clock in the morning from about 5 in the evening and I’m busy most of the day.”

Rachel Moll

How long have you worked at LBCC? “I have been at LBCC since September 2017”

What is your favorite part about this job? “I get to work with food and I have really great co-workers.”

What is your favorite thing to make? “I like to make berry cobbler.” Rachel also jokingly added “she likes eating all desserts.”

What are your plans for after LBCC? “My future goal is to open my own restaurant with a seasonal garden so that its self-sufficient.” Rachel also added “I want to have a Greek themed atmosphere and menu as well, with the garden surrounding the restaurant.”