Part One
"Star"
The strength of this photograph lies all within the subject. The star is the main focus, and the reflections produced is what makes it so strong. The colors and textures in the photo(mainly from the star) provides the majority of the strength. I feel this is one of the best photos I've taken all semester.
"Maleficent"
I feel the image projected on the water is, in fact, the strongest aspect of the image. I inadvertently captured a motion blur-esque quality to the projected image. I feel that the motion blur quality only adds to the final product.
"The Ghost of You"
I like this photo because of the motion blur that is captured. Motion blur was my favorite assigned project besides student's choice. I think the showcase of motion is what makes it a strong photograph. It makes me look like a ghost.
"Water on Fire"
I like this photo simply because it is water that is on fire. I was lucky enough to capture this photo at the right time. The contrast of the bright and powerful fire against the black background of the people and water is striking.
"Jess Bowen(The Summer Set)"
This photo serves more as a portrait than anything else. It captures the subjects facial expression, which shows that she enjoys what she is doing. It gives an idea of what the subject enjoys doing(drumming) and shows how comfortable she is in that atmosphere.
"Perfume"
This was included in my reflection project. I think the reflections on the glass give the bottles a bit of depth to them. The light from the flash reflecting off of the bottle adds to the overall effect. I also think that the colors are striking because of the vibrancy.
"Alex DeLeon(The Cab)"
By far one of the best pictures I captured when doing the student choice project. It shows, to an extent, the audience-band interaction. Not to mention, the singer looks rather epic.
"My Room"
This is one of the better tilt-shift photos I captured. It really makes my room look like a model. I think the vibrant colors add to the whole feel and make the photo really 'pop'.
"Prank on The Summer Set"
I think this photo is strong, because contrary to what some people think, even though it doesn't use an extreme angle, it captures what a live show is all about: Spontaneity. The band, The Summer Set, was pranked by all the other bands on tour by having the seats in their van removed and brought on stage
"Line Up"
I like this photo because it shows a line-up of headstones(duh). I think it's striking because it shows how old the headstones actually are. It also shows the amount there are in just one small area. It evokes a response by showing death, which we all have a tie to.
"Salmarnir(UnderOath symbol)"
This photo is one of my favorites simply because I like the UnderOath symbol (the little O with the line) and I made that symbol with light. The End.
"Warped Tour"
I think this is a good photo because it captures a feel. You can see the emotion, and the depth of field captured in the picture. Like another, this photo can serve to be from different projects: depth of field, portrait, perspective and concert.
Part 2
1. I may not be the best to answer this question. I am not religious at all, and believe in being good for the sake of the betterment of humanity rather than being good to get to a good afterlife. But, our society is greatly affected by photos. It takes away the blind faith in things that once was held, and now relies on a photo for proof of the existence. If something unseen is captured by a photo, it is thought to be real until de-bunked. This calls to the fact that our society is based on a "See to believe" basis.
2. Photography, I feel, doesn't grant ownership of the object, location, or person, but more the situation. I feel that you own the photos themselves, but not the place or situation. When taking a picture what we as photographers are doing is capturing a moment, and we are publicizing that moment to the world. This question can be argued both ways, for instance you can more or less own the pose the subject is doing, or if you set up the situation, that is yours too. But to me, you don't own what's in the photo more as the photo itself and it's your duty to show that to everyone else.
3. The photos are expressions of the objects in their raw state. You capture an instance in time, and that shows truly what the object is about. Photographs are different from drawings and paintings, because photos aren't interpretations, more as depicting the truth. Drawings paintings, on the other hand, show what the artists interprets as the truth. However, they are similar because they both portray different views on the subject. They both show, in a way, an interpretation of what is being depicted.
Part 3
1. I honestly take pictures for myself. I take pictures to remember something later, or to capture something that I think is really cool. I also enjoy taking pictures for others. To show them something, or to show how they are in a spontaneous moment.
2. My photography has changed because of the work this semester in that it is more artistic. I can now pick out what situations will be good picture moments and which won't. Because of that, I can predict the outcome of my photos and how they will look. I think that instead of just capturing a moment, my photos are more art. Now they depict the same sort of objects from before. but in a more artistic way.
3. I need to be less rushed when taking pictures. Instead of trying to get things done and over with, I need to take my time. I feel that my pictures are good right now, and if I actually took my time, they could be breathtaking. Also, if I was open to different kinds of methods for taking the photos, my pictures could potentially greatly improve.
4. I always go to concerts, and when at a concert you can bet there is a camera in my hand. In that way I will remain active as a photographer. I think that I won't bring my camera everywhere like in this class, but in order to remain active, I will go to photograph different places. I need to become more of a photographer instead of just snapping pictures. If I cultivate that habit, I think I will remain an active photographer, and further improve my skills.
5. My photos have reached the level of art in many ways. For one, I feel that all of my concert images are very artistic. They use extreme angles, and depict the people as they are in the midst of the show. I also feel that most of my tilt-shift pictures, even though I hated that project, most of those photos have reached the level of art. I can continue to make my photos reach the level of art by not rushing things. I tend to rush, and if I took my time, my pictures could very well turn out amazing.
