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Cons:

• The main focal point isn’t of the figure but his

surroundings. The reader would dismiss the

message I am trying to convey (the development from

‘loneliness’ to ‘happiness’).

• The light is focusing on his face . So there isn’t any

definition / emotion available for the reader to view. It

once again distracts you from the message within the

photograph.

• The camera shot/angle is limited, the Medium Close

Up / Deep Shot doesn’t focus on the foreground (the

figure) and the framing is irrelevant to the design.

Pros:

• The Medium Close-Up camera shot

allows the reader to view the emotion

on the figures face (this is salient

considering my theme).

• The close up is striking and conveys a

powerful message of loneliness etc.

• The lack of framing in the photo allows

the figure to become the main focal

point – no distractions from the subject.

• The natural lighting provides the

impression of clarity and openness and

gives a clear view of the artist.

Cons

• The Low Angle shot may result in the

figure appearing threatening, this is not

my intention

Pros:

• The High Angle contradicts the ‘threatening’ glare , as the figure is

depicted as ‘powerless’ and yet not scared to make opinions known (this

is an example of physical strength Vs. psychological strength, possibly an angle I

could explore).

Cons:

• The Medium Close-Up / High Angle is very restrictive, as you can only

see a proportion of the figure so no emotion or powerful message can be

conveyed to the reader.

• The natural lighting has resulted in shadows on the figures face, we are

unable to see any definition.

• The lack of framing provides offers nothing to this already limited image.

Pros:

• Even though there is framing i.e. brick wall,

painting, the main focal point is still the figure – this

will draw in the readers’ attention.

• The shadows formed from natural lighting provide

definition for the figure’s face (you are able to see

emotions clearer).

• The Wide Shot would allow me to replace the

background easily (via Photoshop), while keeping

the figure in the foreground

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You can interpret this photo in many ways, as

you could believe the ‘Fisherman’ aspect is

actually a metaphor for the artist’s journey. As he

could be ‘sailing towards a better future ‘ or he

could be using the compass as a ‘guide’ (this could

introduce a cultural element into my design). The

background certainly appears to be the main focal

point, as the figure appears small in the frame .

This is exaggerated by the camera shot, a Long

Shot, as reality appears bigger than the figure. If

you were to believe this is a metaphor; you could

say his journey (the framing) is larger than the

person he is. Perhaps it’s too much of a

‘challenge’.

The lighting could also contribute towards this

interpretation, as it’s natural light – the figure

himself isn’t blacked out in the shadows. You

could say he’s standing ready to take on this

journey to reach his destination, he isn’t going to

hide from it.

The only negative to this photo, is that may or

not fit into my design. As it’s more of a reader’s

interpretation than a tangible representation of the

artist’s life. However this is certainly an in-depth

image with a powerful message, I feel I have to

incorporate it into my work in some respect.

This photograph could certainly provide you will

an interesting representation. As the Long Shot

allows you to see the figure and the framing. The

foreground and background also appear to inter-

relate as they are relatively the same (i.e. chains,

historical aspect), also the figure is in neither – he is

in the middle. The reader could interpret him as

‘stuck in the middle’ of feeling trapped in chains

(possibly his past/present) and looking to the horizon

(his future).The fact the figure is sitting on the floor

could imply ‘he’s giving up’ or maybe isn’t ready to

stand up and take responsibility. Or possibly feels

he can’t make the journey alone – any would be

relevant to my artist’s journey.

The lighting could also be significant, as the

natural light has provided the chains in the

foreground with shadows. This could apply

‘weight’ and a ‘burden’ while the background (the

horizon/ his future) appears brighter on the whole.

The only downside is one similar to the

previous photo. I am hoping to use this image,

although I will have to use it in the right context.

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Even though this Long Shot has the figures

back to the camera, the framing has the best

insight into the image. As the reader could

interpret the old ‘worn down’ building as the

artist’s life,, personality or even emotions. The

figures appears quite young in age, so it could be

a contrast between age. As the building is old and

yet it’s still standing, however as the artist ages he

will eventually ‘fall’. Additionally, you could

interpret the ‘cobbled ground’ as repetition – as

he’s walking down a road with the same stones (this could represent similar downfalls etc. in his life) .

Although, he is walking from the foreground where

chains are featured, this could symbolise him

‘escaping’ and walking towards a better future.

The main focal point in this photo appears to be

the figure as he’s placed in between the

foreground/ background. While the lighting is

completely natural – every aspect of the image is

visible (it also gives the impression of clarity and

openness) .

This is an image I am considering using for my

contents or my double page spread – even though

the camera angle is a little restrictive.

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The camera shot used in this shot, a Medium

long Shot, and the Low Angle are important as it

shows a majority of the figure but also focuses on

the background. In my opinion the painting in the

background is the main focal point. It conveys

more power through it’s message than the figure

himself. Even though my main feature is the artist,

I am interested in the ‘cow jumping over the

moon’, as this could link to my overall theme. This

is a ‘nursery rhyme’ that relates to childhood

/memories and the semantic field of happiness,

innocence, dreams, hopes etc. (This expresses a

very strong message about the artist before you even

notice the figure.)

The lighting in this photo is also natural,

meaning their isn’t any artificial lights distracting

you from the focal point. It also provides a clear

view. As a low angle has been used and the figure

is looking down he could be threatening/powerful (however the lack of shadows in the photo prove

otherwise as he has nowhere to hide).

The framing in this photo is significant, as you

could interpret the brick wall in the background as

‘closing him in’ or ‘an obstacle to his future’. These

both relate to the artist and his story . This is

certainly an image I will use in my final design(s).

The Low Angle used in this photo could

represent the figure as ‘powerful’, however I

interpret it as ‘control’. As if the artist had gained

control over his life, his future – while previous

contrasting shots represent him as ‘powerless’

and ‘lost’. (This could show personal development,

which relates to my ‘scrapbook’ theme – documenting

different stages in his life.) He also has his jacket off,

while in other photos he has it on – this could

represent a level of ‘freedom’.

However the natural lighting contradicts this

interpretation, as a shadow is cast over the figure

(due to the statue behind). This could portray the

figure and ‘hiding away’ or ‘stuck in the shadow’ –

you could relate this to him feeling scared or even

in the shadow of his peers who have exceeded in

life etc.

Finally, a longwinded interpretation may be the

figure leaning against a rock in the framing – this

could relate to saying ‘between a rock and a hard

place’. As the artist has had and will continue to

have some imperative decisions to make in his

life, sometimes we all have to make sacrifices for

happiness etc. This empathises with the reader

and mirror their lives and ambitions – just another

reason I’ll be using this image in some form.

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This Long Shot allows you to see the entire

figure, however the figure’s posture is very

revealing. You could interpret this as him feeling

‘closed in / trapped’ or he could even ‘feel

threatened by the outside world. (This could

represent the artist’s fear regarding his future.)

As the figure is in the foreground, you can

clearly see the quay/river in the background. This

type of framing can represent him ‘holding back’

on his dreams – this could relate to him waiting so

long before making his life choices. Furthermore

the figure is sitting on s bench, elevated from the

ground – you could interpret this as him not ready

to stand up and take responsibility of his life

The camera shot, framing and natural lighting

within this photograph are all positives – as they

allow the reader to ‘see’ the artist for who he is.

This is very important as my theme revolves

around the artist’s life, journey and future. I will

most likely use this image for my double page

spread.

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