Giving yourself a photographic assignment is a great way to revitalize your enthusiasm for photography. By forcing yourself to "look" at the world in a specific way, you will start feeling good about using your camera. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Colors:
Create images that are all black, or blue and yellow, or shades of red
Shapes:
Look for subjects that are circles, or perfectly square, or pyramids.
Black & White:
Take photos of subjects that will have a more interesting mood when you get them back to the computer and turn them into grey scale or even pure black and white.
Macros:
This is my favorite. Look for images that will be photographed at a distance of less than 1 foot, or less than 1 inch.
Architecture:
All kinds of possibilities exist here. Try churches, old buildings, doorways, or skyscrapers.
Hobbies:
Try something that is based on one of your hobbies, or even one that is not your hobby.
Cooking, stamps, knitting are some ideas to get you started.
Moods:
This one is a lot more challenging. Try photographing happiness, sadness, or excitement.
You get the idea. Turn a couple of hours into a photographic assignment. Maybe go out with a few other photographers.
Leave a comment telling us of your favorite assignment topic.
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