Unit 57: Photography and Photographic Practice

Research of other photographers work (P1, M1, D1)

Photographer: Mick Hutson

1. Aerosmith – Steve Tyler. Year Unknown. Likely recent.

2. Green Day – Billie-Joe Armstrong, Year Unknown. Likely recent.

3. Muse. Year Unknown. Likely recent.

Theme or focus of images

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When photographic images are used to convey information, as in mass media and on the Web, consider the content of the photograph and the intent of the photographer. It is important to think consciously and critically and to pay attention to all aspects of the image. Think the 4 “Ws” who, what, where, and

4. The Darkness. Year Unknown. Likely recent.

when?

• Who or what do you see?

• When was this photograph taken — what is happening in the photograph?

• Where was this photograph taken?

Composition

As the photographer decides where to stand, moves the camera, or zooms in on a scene, she selects what to include in the image. What did the photographer choose to include or exclude in the image? If she had zoomed out or stood further away, what additional information could we see? The composition of the photograph can also be altered later by cropping. How does the decision to frame only certain elements in the photograph affect the message conveyed by the photograph?

Techniques used

Think shutter speeds, rule of thirds & depth of field

Strengths & Weaknesses

What you do and don't like and how it can influence your work