As detailed in my July 21/11 post, I made use of an iOS app that allows for predicting the position of the sun on a given date, time and location. This information is overlaid on a Google map and can also make use of the built-in camera on many iOS devices to show the actual position of the sun in the sky.
From a photographer’s perspective, knowing where the sun will be is a key element in creating a successful image outdoors. I chose to incorporate this app in the architecture photography assignment that existed in the PHOT 2338 course.
Process
Step 1: Choose a compelling building to photograph.
Step 2: During a site visit, capture a range of images to explore various camera positions and how the objective viewpoint of the camera will affect the image versus our perception. While on location, use the Sunseeker app to visualize the angle of the sun and how it changes. The built-in GPS of the device will identify the location automatically.