Homework#5 – Nautilus shell 2009 imitation

I  chose to imitate Nautilus shell 1954. I choose this photo for its simplicity with bold shapes and texture.

Nautilus shell 2009 (photograph shown on link)

Homework #5 – Observatory hill and Sydney Harbour bridge 1940

This photograph which is influenced by both landscape and architecture is framed in an effective way in order to emphasize the bridge, which looks as if it was placed between the trees. The photograph seems to be cropped in order to show the focus on the bridge and trees surrounding it, as well as making the trees seem larger and more emphasized.  The black and white composition displays the relationship between the dark trees in the foreground and the light grey background consisting of the bridge and skyline.  The photograph reveals many reflections of the trees shadowing over the grass drawing the viewer’s attention towards the landscape and the bold trees, composed of many leaves.  This photograph also helps set the scene for what seems to be a fall afternoon or early summer, with the trees still having their leaves, sun shining and two figures in the background enjoying the scenery.

Homework #5 – The Sunbaker 1937

The Sunbaker is Max Dupains most famous photograph, touching on his most influential and popular “beach theme.” This photograph is an example of framing. Framing helps direct the viewer’s eye to an image’s center of interest.  Framing can be obvious or subtle, and in this photograph it is obvious that Dupain captured this image in order to direct the focus on the center of the photograph towards the sunbather. This picture is very simplistic, displaying only one object in a flat space. Having less in this photograph makes the presentation more powerful and bold.  As well as framing this photograph, the photographer is also using a macro lens in order to focus its attention on the figure lying in the sand displaying the curves and shapes throughout his shoulders and back.   This photograph creates a personal connection to the viewers who have spent many warm summer days soaking up the sun.

Homework #5 – Nautilus shell 1954

This photo shows the use of experimenting with different points of view. The photographer took this photo using a “macro” lens, a type of lens that is able to take very sharp close-up photos. By using a macro lens the photographer is able to capture the texture of the shell and its sharp details.  This view of the shell on the rocks enables the viewer to fully appreciate the image by showing its unique characteristics as well as the rocks smooth texture below it. As well as using a macro lens to capture this image, the photographer has also cropped the picture in order to improve the composition. By cropping the picture the photographer creates a strong emphasis on the shell itself and shows its design, as well as hitting on the overall simplicity of the photograph. The shell is also more emphasized in this photograph because of the black and white print. The black and white composition makes the photograph more bold and beautiful allowing the viewer to almost feel the shell’s rough texture and the cold surface of the smooth rocks.