Den Stultz, practicing for a club league at LA Fitness in West Linn, Oregon, delivers a powerful backhand during his warmup. The ball’s blurred trail near the wall brings out the speed and energy of the racquetball, showcasing the subject's precision and focus. This frame tells the story of athletic dedication, as Den hones his skills for competition. Captured on November 17, 2024, for a digital photography course, this image captures the decisive moment where motion meets determination, one step at a time.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: November 17, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/6.3, 1/20 sec, 18.0 mm
A Jeep Wrangler, parked alongside the White Oak Savanna trailhead in West Linn, Oregon, stands ready for autumn adventure among fall-time trees. The Jeep shows its true purpose in this frame: the outdoors. Whether the journey is the destination, or how to get there, the Wrangler takes a breather as a hiker continues their trek. Taken on November 7, 2024, for a digital photography course, this photo tells the story of feature photography- an empowering everyday connection to nature.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: November 7, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 200, f/7.1, 1/125 sec, 18.0 mm
A Chase Bank branch in Portland, Oregon, preemptively boards up its windows and doors ahead of the 2024 election. Reflecting the trend of Portland destruction on the upcoming Election Day, the plywood covers hint at the city's preparation for political unrest. Captured on November 2, 2024, this image shows the public concerns in Portland can extend to all businesses- including ones as essential as banks. Taken for a digital photography course, this scene presents one of many examples of fear that plague Portland at this time.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: November 2, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 400, f/5.6, 1/60 sec, 25.0 mm
Paul, a student at Colorado State University, stands beside his 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS, photographed on October 27, 2024, in West Linn, Oregon. A portrait of pride and showmanship, the car itself takes a stand in its element- the owner’s garage, as Paul honors the machine with a Portland Cars & Coffee shirt. Captured for a digital photography course, this image serves as a creatively correct demonstration of an environmental portrait.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: October 27, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 1600, f/5.6, 1/125 sec, 20.0 mm
Gigi, a former Special Education teacher, preps our puppies for treats- a French Bulldog named Bagel and a Miniature Schnauzer named Casper- each of them sitting eagerly as they anticipate treats in West Linn, Oregon. This represents a tense moment for Bagel and Casper as they await the joy of a delicious treat. The story of patience, perhaps even a hope that they themselves will get the first treat, is painted by their focus. Taken on October 20, 2024, for a digital photography course, this moment demonstrates how fleeting interactions can tell a deeper narrative.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: October 20, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 800, f/4.0, 1/60 sec, 18.0 mm
A weathered solar light, for illuminating a timely garden in West Linn, Oregon, showcases its fine scratches, cobwebs, and tiny LED’s. Telling a story of time’s passage, this photo shows hidden details beyond the yellowed plastic. Taken on October 4, 2024, for a digital photography course, this capture demonstrates the use of close-up photography to bring out overlooked texture and detail in everyday objects.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: October 4, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/4.5, 1/320 sec, 18.0 mm
Paul, a student at Colorado State University, uses a lighter to write out 'hi' and a phone light to create swirling strokes. This light painting captures dynamic movement and the contrasts of light in a dark bedroom. Taken on September 29, 2024, for a digital photography course, this photo demonstrates the use of long exposure to depict the passage of time through light trails.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 29, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/8.0, 25 sec, 18.0 mm
Zelda, a kindergarten teacher, takes in the breath taking view of Cannon Beach's 'Haystack Rock' in Oregon, on September 20, 2024, portraying a bright and breezy day. Taken for a digital photography course, this wide shot sets the scene and provides the sense of place for a day on the summer beach.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 20, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/8.0, 1/320 sec, 29.0 mm
Zelda, a kindergarten teacher, throws sand into the air, creating a dynamic display against the clear blue sky at Cannon Beach Oregon on September 20, 2024. Taken for a digital photography course, this shot captures both her joy and movement, bringing out her playful interaction with the environment in this medium shot.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 20, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/6.3, 1/320 sec, 29.0 mm
Zelda, a kindergarten teacher, squinting and playfully wrapped in her cozy jacket, takes in the salty air of Cannon Beach Oregon on September 20, 2024. Taken for a digital photography course, this close-up shot tells the story of the moment, with Zelda taking a brief break from the sun and winds in this close-up shot.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 20, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/4.5, 1/400 sec, 29.0 mm
This high angle shot of Zelda, a kindergarten teacher, adds a new perspective as she lies on a log at Cannon Beach Oregon, on September 20, 2024. Taken for a digital photography course, Zelda decides to take a moment to relax in the beaming sunlight.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 20, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/4.5, 1/500 sec, 18.0 mm
Zelda, a kindergarten teacher, balances playfully on a log at Cannon Beach on September 20, 2024. The low angle brings out her carefree nature and adds a unique viewpoint. This low angle shot was taken for a digital photography course.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 20, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/4.5, 1/500 sec, 18.0 mm
Bagel, a French Bulldog, mid-jump with her motion perfectly frozen on September 8, 2024, in her backyard in West Linn, Oregon. This photo demonstrates the use of a fast shutter speed to freeze motion, taken for a digital photography course.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 8, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 400, f/5.6, 1/800 sec, 28.0 mm
Bagel, a French Bulldog, leaps off the couch, creating a dynamic blur on September 8, 2024, in her backyard in West Linn, Oregon. This photo captures motion blur to highlight movement, demonstrating the use of a slow shutter speed for a digital photography course.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: September 8, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/5.6, 1/15 sec, 28.0 mm
Oreo, a Boston Terrier and French Bulldog mix, relaxes under the warm sunlight on August 30, 2024, in her backyard in West Linn, Oregon. Taken for a digital photography course, this storytelling photo features a wide depth of field, capturing the environment around Oreo.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: August 30, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 200, f/22.0, 1/60 sec, 23.0 mm
Oreo, a sleepy Boston Terrier and French Bulldog mix, basks in the sun on August 30, 2024, in her backyard in West Linn, Oregon. Captured for a digital photography course, this photo uses a small depth of field to focus sharply on Oreo's relaxed expression while the background is blurred.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: August 30, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 200, f/5.0, 1/1600 sec, 39.0 mm
Gigi, a former Special Education teacher, poses for a casual portrait on August 22, 2024, in her backyard in West Linn, Oregon. This casual portrait was taken for the first assignment in a digital photography course at Colorado State University.
Photo by Paul Stultz
Date Shot: August 22, 2024
Exposure Information: ISO 100, f/5.6, 1/60 sec, 28 mm