While the tools and commands are great fun to use, we want to look for ways to create meaning and feeling in the work. Combine parts from more than one negative in order to create surreal juxtapositions that questions our assumptions about reality. Change the scale or perspective in certain areas to create a surreal effect to show humor, fright, or another emotion. Stick to one idea for the whole film. Visual Elements are - line, shape, texture, value or tone, volume or form and color.
Principles use the elements in effective ways to make the composition work.
Look at small things and large things. Look at many framing options. Photograph a variety of sizes from very close to very inclusive. Consult with your group members. Share and discuss ideas you notice and are looking for.