I really like the lighting and use of depth of field in the first and third photos. The use of texture really adds visual appeal and draws my eye to the bell in the third photo. In the first photo I really like how you used deep depth of field to draw the viewers eyes to the person at the computer. The second one is very blurry and that detracts from the visual appeal. Rather than notice motion I just see that it is blurry, overall the photos are very good.
The first picture is of a student working on a homework assignment. The focal point is the laptop with the hands hovering over the keyboard as if the writer is trying to think what to say. The clarity and brightness of this one spot in contrast to the lack of detail and darkness of the rest and draws your eyes instantly there. The bag and light reflecting off the table function like leading lines to attract how attention as well. The single, narrow focus and the appearance only of the hands draws my thoughts to late nights working on papers, which is aided by the surrounding dimness. I feel as if the only thing that matters is finishing what is on the screen, and once that is finished, you could look up and see what else is around, but the hands hovering above the keyboard also creates sense of uncertainty. I believe that this is a successful picture because it can stir my memories and emotion with the tension it creates. My only critique would be the grab'n'go bag because it strikes me somehow as awkward to be looking into it, but not seeing what is there. -Allie Dahl
The second picture portrays someone holding a drink. The picture has the arm on the chair in focus, but the rest is not clear. The drink appears to be the focus point as both arms seem to point to it and it mostly follows the rule of thirds. Also, the identity of the person is not seen, making the cup the most intriguing thing about this picture. It is interesting that the arms and drink seem steady, but the body almost seems as if it is not there because you can see the arm of a chair through it. I would almost say that this mix of stability and motion could be speaking to how dependent people are on pop in our society to provide caffeine or pleasure. However, for me this picture is confusing because I do not get a clear picture of what the photographer is trying to say. If the drink is the focal point, I would like to see it be in focus instead of the arm and chair behind it. -Allie Dahl
The third picture shows one of those things that you ring to get attention. The negative space and central position of the ringer draws attention to that as the focal point. Only the front of the ringer is in focus and everything else fades off. The light is coming from the side and makes the counter less clear. The image of the photographer can just be seen in the reflection, with her dividing the reflection between light and dark, which is also reflected in the light and shadow on the counter. The angle of the picture makes me feel like the reflection is more important than the ringer. This could be interpreted to mean that there is a lot that goes on as we are simply waiting. This is a good picture because it becomes more interesting and intriguing the more that I look at it, though I think it could be stronger if the reflection was more intentional.
I really like the lighting and use of depth of field in the first and third photos. The use of texture really adds visual appeal and draws my eye to the bell in the third photo. In the first photo I really like how you used deep depth of field to draw the viewers eyes to the person at the computer. The second one is very blurry and that detracts from the visual appeal. Rather than notice motion I just see that it is blurry, overall the photos are very good.
ReplyDeleteThe first picture is of a student working on a homework assignment. The focal point is the laptop with the hands hovering over the keyboard as if the writer is trying to think what to say. The clarity and brightness of this one spot in contrast to the lack of detail and darkness of the rest and draws your eyes instantly there. The bag and light reflecting off the table function like leading lines to attract how attention as well. The single, narrow focus and the appearance only of the hands draws my thoughts to late nights working on papers, which is aided by the surrounding dimness. I feel as if the only thing that matters is finishing what is on the screen, and once that is finished, you could look up and see what else is around, but the hands hovering above the keyboard also creates sense of uncertainty. I believe that this is a successful picture because it can stir my memories and emotion with the tension it creates. My only critique would be the grab'n'go bag because it strikes me somehow as awkward to be looking into it, but not seeing what is there. -Allie Dahl
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ReplyDeleteThe second picture portrays someone holding a drink. The picture has the arm on the chair in focus, but the rest is not clear. The drink appears to be the focus point as both arms seem to point to it and it mostly follows the rule of thirds. Also, the identity of the person is not seen, making the cup the most intriguing thing about this picture. It is interesting that the arms and drink seem steady, but the body almost seems as if it is not there because you can see the arm of a chair through it. I would almost say that this mix of stability and motion could be speaking to how dependent people are on pop in our society to provide caffeine or pleasure. However, for me this picture is confusing because I do not get a clear picture of what the photographer is trying to say. If the drink is the focal point, I would like to see it be in focus instead of the arm and chair behind it. -Allie Dahl
ReplyDeleteThe third picture shows one of those things that you ring to get attention. The negative space and central position of the ringer draws attention to that as the focal point. Only the front of the ringer is in focus and everything else fades off. The light is coming from the side and makes the counter less clear. The image of the photographer can just be seen in the reflection, with her dividing the reflection between light and dark, which is also reflected in the light and shadow on the counter. The angle of the picture makes me feel like the reflection is more important than the ringer. This could be interpreted to mean that there is a lot that goes on as we are simply waiting. This is a good picture because it becomes more interesting and intriguing the more that I look at it, though I think it could be stronger if the reflection was more intentional.
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