Emulating a Professional Photographer
Nov 10, 2024
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I think this is my most successful image because I pass by these bushes every day and think nothing about it. I think they look ugly but looking at James Welling's photographs and everything that he captures I decided to take a picture of the bush. This opened my eyes that something you pass every day or think is ugly could create a beautiful picture. Seeing how the tan shreds of the bush come through the light and being able to see the background but have it blurry emphasizes the bush. The most challenging part of taking this picture was deciding what angle I wanted to take to picture from: head-on, from the bottom, or from the top. I chose head-on because the picture that I was trying to emulate was head-on and the lighting was good head-on. In the future, to create a stronger image I might get closer to the bush to focus on one aspect of it to get integrate details of the tan shreds of the bush.
I enjoyed viewing Jessica Lavorgna's interpretation of Viviane Sassen's pictures. She really emphasized the important details of Sassen's pictures. I particularly liked the picture that she took of the painting. It shows the same importance and depiction of Sassen's photographs. I think Jessica did an excellent job emulating the photographs.
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I really like this image you have decided to share with us. I enjoy all photos of nature, especially up-close ones that show all the detail. In your photo you can see all of the sun reflections on each strand of grass as well as the tops of the grass strands are highlighted perfectly. The image makes me feel as if I can reach out and touch the grass through my computer which is why it is truly a great image.
Your analysis of the image's creative process is perceptive and shows a greater understanding of photography as an art form. Many outstanding photographers, like James Welling, explore the strong insight that there is beauty in things we typically ignore, like a "ugly" bush. You made a thoughtful choice to choose a head-on viewpoint, especially since it complements the image you were trying to replicate and makes the most of the lighting conditions. I love the images you replicated and you are very talented! Great Job!
-Jordan Fishman
I think this image you created is really captivating. The varying shades of browns and yellows bring a lot of depth and detail to this image. I also love the story behind this image, that it is a bush you walk by every day, and you were able to create this beautiful image. I think finding beauty in the mundane is an amazing skill to possess.
I really enjoyed the use of color in this image and how it is very monochromatic. This allows better focus on the ways shadow and light are used to capture the depth of the plants. Additionally, having the up-close shot of the plants gives the viewer a good look into the small details of the plant. Overall, I find this image to be pleasant and very bright. I think you did a good job emulating James Welling's work.
This piece immediately caught my attention with its dynamic and organic composition. The way the golden grass captures the sunlight creates a beautiful interplay of texture and light. The fine details of the grass are accented by the natural backlighting, giving it a soft and delicate feel.
Composition: The way the subject is framed fills the frame, immersing the viewer in the natural textures. The close-up view effectively highlights the intricate details of the grass.
Depth of Field: The shallow depth of field works well to draw attention to the foreground while keeping the focus on the subject by making the background subtly blurred.
EXPOSURE, CONTRAST AND SATURATION: Exposure is balanced, capturing highlights without overexposing them. The warm tones of the grass are rich and inviting, making the image visually appealing.
Personal reaction.
This piece evokes a feeling of warmth and serenity. It reminds me of the ephemeral beauty of natural elements that are often overlooked in everyday life.
If I were to suggest any modifications, I might suggest trying to use a slightly wider angle or include more elements in the background to provide more context to the scene. This could enhance the narrative of the image and give the composition a sense of place.