Your first photo is phenomenal, but I am less interested in the lower contrast and architectural photos. The texture of the tree (right?) is pretty interesting too, but the first photo with the deep black and stark white is my favorite. I can't put words to what exactly it reminds me off...something nightmarish yet ephemeral...
The fourth picture is my favorite of the group. Its a cool concept and a different way to take a picture of yourself. I think shadows when used correctly make good photos great which you captured, well done. The texture of the bricks also adds a cool contrast to the photo. Maybe a little less photos with the emphasis on architecture, cool pictures though!
Number 12 is my personal favorite. I am not sure what the cat is after, but the expression on his/her face is priceless. Gives the photo a bit of mystery. I also enjoy how the grass catches the b/w effect.
Hi! Good job on this set, however, your sixth photo is my favorite. The very dark contrast of the creepy architecture only in the bottom of the photo, along with the shades in the sky give the photo that mystery theme. It reminds me of one of those creepy, yet beautiful churches in a place like Italy or France that would have some kind of exorcism story behind it. However, I do have to point out that your photos aren't numbered, which made it harder to keep track of. Overall, good photos!
I agree with Emily, i really enjoy your first photo. In fact, i sat and looked at it for a couple moments before proceeding to the next photo. It really hit the "mystery" aspect quite well for me. Most of the photo being pitch black, the center of the photo being bright with some cool detail really caught my eye. Great job on the whole set as well!
Renee, I was most interested in one of your self-portraits – I believe it is #10 (It would be a huge help if you numbered your photos). I am drawn to your technique of how you have blurred only half of your face while the other half is in focus. The only thing I wish is that it looked just a little more intentional, if you could increase the blur just a bit. Other than that I think it makes for an interesting approach to a self-portrait in that it could symbolize different things. For example, how you are willing to show others part of your personality while you keep other aspects of yourself hidden – or at least not right of the bat. You want people to get to know you for what’s on the inside. One piece of advice to keep your photos fascinating is to think more about composition and framing, try not to leave a lot sparse space or pointless space, fill it in. Think about the documentary/lecture on Cartier-Bresson. I think it would be helpful to look at references such as the boy on the bicycle he took in Hyeres France in 1932 or the photo of the girl running up the stairs in Greece. Overall, good photos and unique style!
I also really like the 1st photo and I'm wondering how you you went about getting that. It reminds me of a dream catcher for some reason- really cool. There is definitely something haunting about this photo.
Photo #1 is my favorite. It made me think about it and it is composed very well. At first glance it looks like a window, but after looking at it for longer it looks like it may be a carpet or blanket. I like mystery. I am not as intrigued in the photos that depict architecture, the buildings, and the bell tower. I think if anyone looks at those pictures, they will be immediately able to tell what it is. Just try to focus more on the subject and maybe work on closing in on it as opposed to just snapping a shot while walking in center city.
My favorite photos are the ones were you focus on a particular aspect of architecture or the urban street. My favorite one is the second photo. I like that you can see a car coming. It almost foreshadows an event. The composition of the photgraphs appeals to me because of the wire that seems to cut the photo.
In the future, I'd stray away from taking photos of monuments we all know of. I looked at your other photos for a bit of time but scrolled through those because I recognized them immediately.
Your first photo is phenomenal, but I am less interested in the lower contrast and architectural photos. The texture of the tree (right?) is pretty interesting too, but the first photo with the deep black and stark white is my favorite. I can't put words to what exactly it reminds me off...something nightmarish yet ephemeral...
ReplyDeleteThe fourth picture is my favorite of the group. Its a cool concept and a different way to take a picture of yourself. I think shadows when used correctly make good photos great which you captured, well done. The texture of the bricks also adds a cool contrast to the photo. Maybe a little less photos with the emphasis on architecture, cool pictures though!
ReplyDeleteNumber 12 is my personal favorite. I am not sure what the cat is after, but the expression on his/her face is priceless. Gives the photo a bit of mystery. I also enjoy how the grass catches the b/w effect.
ReplyDeleteHi! Good job on this set, however, your sixth photo is my favorite. The very dark contrast of the creepy architecture only in the bottom of the photo, along with the shades in the sky give the photo that mystery theme. It reminds me of one of those creepy, yet beautiful churches in a place like Italy or France that would have some kind of exorcism story behind it.
ReplyDeleteHowever, I do have to point out that your photos aren't numbered, which made it harder to keep track of. Overall, good photos!
I agree with Emily, i really enjoy your first photo. In fact, i sat and looked at it for a couple moments before proceeding to the next photo. It really hit the "mystery" aspect quite well for me. Most of the photo being pitch black, the center of the photo being bright with some cool detail really caught my eye. Great job on the whole set as well!
ReplyDeleteRenee, I was most interested in one of your self-portraits – I believe it is #10 (It would be a huge help if you numbered your photos). I am drawn to your technique of how you have blurred only half of your face while the other half is in focus.
ReplyDeleteThe only thing I wish is that it looked just a little more intentional, if you could increase the blur just a bit. Other than that I think it makes for an interesting approach to a self-portrait in that it could symbolize different things. For example, how you are willing to show others part of your personality while you keep other aspects of yourself hidden – or at least not right of the bat. You want people to get to know you for what’s on the inside.
One piece of advice to keep your photos fascinating is to think more about composition and framing, try not to leave a lot sparse space or pointless space, fill it in. Think about the documentary/lecture on Cartier-Bresson. I think it would be helpful to look at references such as the boy on the bicycle he took in Hyeres France in 1932 or the photo of the girl running up the stairs in Greece.
Overall, good photos and unique style!
Hi Renee,
ReplyDeleteI also really like the 1st photo and I'm wondering how you you went about getting that. It reminds me of a dream catcher for some reason- really cool. There is definitely something haunting about this photo.
Hi Renee,
ReplyDeletePhoto #1 is my favorite. It made me think about it and it is composed very well. At first glance it looks like a window, but after looking at it for longer it looks like it may be a carpet or blanket. I like mystery. I am not as intrigued in the photos that depict architecture, the buildings, and the bell tower. I think if anyone looks at those pictures, they will be immediately able to tell what it is. Just try to focus more on the subject and maybe work on closing in on it as opposed to just snapping a shot while walking in center city.
Good job, though!
Renee-
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed photo number one because of its mystery. The angle of the picture is very interesting and I love the contrast of black and white.
Hi Renee,
ReplyDeleteMy favorite photos are the ones were you focus on a particular aspect of architecture or the urban street. My favorite one is the second photo. I like that you can see a car coming. It almost foreshadows an event. The composition of the photgraphs appeals to me because of the wire that seems to cut the photo.
In the future, I'd stray away from taking photos of monuments we all know of. I looked at your other photos for a bit of time but scrolled through those because I recognized them immediately.