Artist research
Edward Steichen - The Flatiron
This photograph titled 'The Flatiron' by Edward Steichen.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? 'The Flatiron' photograph relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. In my opinion, it represents the concept of 'flaws' due to the visual representation - the photograph appears grainy thus not providing a clear image. The trees in the foreground cover the architecture in the background, thus the composition represents a flaw. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use the ideas from the photograph to develop my own photo shoots by gaining inspiration from his work. I could use a layering effect of a city background underneath a foreground of naturalistic scenery to create a joiner - using acetate or photographs which have been digitally edited. |
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Edward Weston - nautilus
This photograph is titled 'Nautilus' by Edward Weston.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The 'Nautilus' photograph represents the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. In particular, it represents the notion of perfection and beauty. This is because there are clear, defined contours within the photograph, there is also symmetry and aesthetics. The lighting of the photograph also creates a sense of space and flawless-ness. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. In doing so, I could create black and white photographs using a variety of artificial light angles to emphasize and highlight certain features that I find both 'perfect' and 'flawed'. |
Florence Henri - Autoportrait
This photograph is titled 'Autoportrait' by Florence Henri.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'Autoportrait' relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. This photograph is flawed in the sense of composition and illusions, the man appears to be stuck in a hole in the floor board yet you can only see this in the mirror reflection and not in the foreground of the photograph. The photograph also represents the theme of compromises - between reflection and reality. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. I could do this by incorporating mirrors and reflection into my own work, creating certain illusions. I could also incorporate other aspects of the theme into my work such as beauty by having someone do their makeup in the mirror or in the reflection. |
man ray - a solarized portrait of lee miller
This photograph is titled 'A solarized portrait of lee miller' by Man Ray.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'A solarized portrait of lee miller' relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. In particular, it relates to the sub headings of 'flaws and perfection'. This is because it is up to the audience/viewer to decide if they believe the person within the photograph is beautiful or ugly. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/influences to develop my own photo shoots. I could interpret his work by taking side portraits of people, then layering them with sepia edits. |
George Hoyningen-huene - divers
This photograph is titled 'Divers' by George Hoyningen-Huene.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'Divers' relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. The colour blocking between the people in the foreground (dark) and background scene (light) creates a compromise. It could also represent perfection due to the symmetry and composition, but also the scenery - beach, clear sky. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas to interpret his work and develop my own photo shoots. I could do this by taking monotone photographs of people being the only feature in the frame. |
Josef Sudek - Plaster Head
This photograph is titled 'Plaster head' by Josef Sudek.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'plaster head' relates to theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. It does this by representing flaws through the cracks and destruction of the sculpture. However, it also represents compromises between the plaster and make shift flowers representing the remaining part of the brain/head. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. I could do this by photographing objects/items that have been cracked or ruined, then restructure them by using opposing materials e.g. wood and flowers. |
Ansel Adams - sand dunes, sunrise
This photograph is titled 'Sand dunes, sunrise' by Ansel Adams.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'sand dunes, sunrise' relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. It does this by creating a sense of 'perfection' throughout the scenery and colour blocking. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. I could do this by photographing black and white landscapes that contain symmetry. |
Derek Ridgers - Helena, Sloane square
This photograph is titled 'Helena, Sloane Square' by Derek Ridgers.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'Helena, Sloane square' relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. This portrait represents both flaws and perfection depending on the viewers/audiences interpretation of beauty. It also represents the theme of ideals, by portraying a certain culture and style. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. I could do this by taking portraits of people who represents different cultures e.g. similar to the work of Martin Parr. |
Hiroshi sugimoto - Baltic sea, rugen
This photograph is titled 'Baltic Sea, Rugen' by Hiroshi Sugimoto.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The photograph 'Baltic sea, Rugen' represents the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. In particular, it represents perfection through symmetry. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. |
Margriet smulders - amor Omnia vincit
This image is titled 'Amor Omnia Vincit' by Margriet Smulders.
How does the photograph relate to the theme of 'flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises'? The image 'Amor Omnia Vincit' represents/relates to the theme of flaws, perfection, ideals and compromises. The image is a compromises between a variety of colours and shapes. How can I use the photograph ideas to develop my own photo shoots? I could use this photograph and my ideas/interpretations to develop my own shoots. I could incorporate the aspect of a variety of colours and shapes into my photography work. |