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Blog Post: Contrast of Extension

My failures were finding things to pop off the page. Should’ve went out to find more newspapers and magazines. My successes were getting the collages done and finding an artist I felt I could make similar work.

I had a hard time getting this done because it’s something I’ve never done before. I found it difficult to decide on what I wanted to put on the page. This has taught me to start looking for inspiration sooner before diving right in.

This week we are making collages. I took paper from newspapers, coloring books, taco bell wrappers, candy wrappers, magazines, and color/patterned paper. I ripped them up and glued them onto white pieces of paper in different patterns.

Actions I’m taking are taking time to use many different materials so I can have a lot of textures and colors to show the large and stressful amount of time and different materials it took to create the collages.

For this week’s assignment I have been looking at Kurt Schwitters collage work and trying to follow his style of having such a wide variety of materials. I couldn’t use words however which Kurt Schwitters uses a lot. I wouldn’t necessarily use text to show what it says but to have lots of. My work uses newspapers, magazines, wrappers, and many other materials from the world of today. I looked a lot on social media and especially Pinterest for inspiration.

Kurt Schwitters

Cottage, 1946

Power of the Center

“Power of the Center” by Rudolf Arnheim delves into the significance of the center in art and visual perception. In this insightful book, Arnheim explores how the center serves as a focal point, guiding the viewer’s attention and creating balance and harmony in visual compositions.

Reading Arnheim’s work was enlightening, as he eloquently demonstrates the power of the center in various art forms, from paintings to architecture. His ideas on how the center influences our perception of beauty and meaning in art have left a lasting impact. “Power of the Center” is a concise yet profound exploration of a fundamental aspect of visual aesthetics, offering valuable insights for artists, designers, and art enthusiasts alike.

Blog Post: Subverting Space

In terms of successes I don’t think I had any but my failure was not fully understanding how to make an image subverting space.

Some things that have motivated me this week have been the video games like It Takes Two, Tiny Tina’s Wonderland or the movie Arrietty. All making you feel small, so I wanted to take pictures as if you were a little bug.

This week I focused on photography and working with plants to try and create these images. I was trying to play with space by moving around the plants and having different focal points in the photos.

Photography is Magic

“Photography is Magic” by Charlotte Cotton offers a compelling exploration of contemporary photography and its transformative power. Through a curated selection of works by diverse photographers, Cotton delves into the magical and elusive qualities of the medium. The book serves as a visual journey through innovative and thought-provoking photographic practices, challenging traditional notions of what photography can be.

Cotton’s curation highlights photography’s ability to transcend reality, blurring the lines between the real and the imagined. Each image in the book invites viewers to question their perceptions and embrace the fantastical elements of photography. From surreal compositions to experimental techniques, “Photography is Magic” celebrates the medium’s capacity to evoke emotions, spark imagination, and reveal unseen worlds.

After engaging with this book, one gains a deeper appreciation for the artistic possibilities within photography. Cotton’s keen insights and selection of works showcase the medium’s endless potential for enchantment and creative expression. “Photography is Magic” is a captivating read for anyone interested in contemporary photography and its ability to captivate and inspire.

Blog Post: Analogue / Metaphor

When making this I had a hard time trying to find different things to photograph. I wanted to try and find connections with each set of photos that I was making.

I feel like some are better at the being more obvious on how they are alike. The first set I was trying to show the wire and how each thing needs thing item to get by. The person needing it to charge their things and the plant needs it to be able to stand. In the second set they are both flowers one legos one real but both decorate my bedroom. The third set are both egg shaped but other than that they both hold onto things for me. One connectioned onto my airpods and the other a little jewelry box. The fourth set mostly just have a similar shape. The fifth set are taken from the same prospective and they are also both my “medicine”. For the sixth and final set I wanted to create a photo with bubbles and try to have that same feeling with the baby breath.

On Being Blue

“On Being Blue” by William H. Gass is a lyrical and philosophical exploration of the color blue and its myriad meanings. In this unique and introspective essay, Gass delves into the symbolism, emotions, and cultural associations attached to the color blue. From the melancholic blues of sadness to the serene blues of the sky and sea, Gass weaves a tapestry of reflections on language, literature, and the human experience.

Through Gass’s poetic prose, readers are invited to contemplate the significance of color in our lives and the ways in which it shapes our perceptions and emotions. “On Being Blue” is not just an examination of a color; it is a profound meditation on the nature of language, art, and existence itself. This book leaves a lasting impression, urging readers to see the world through a different lens, painted in shades of blue.

Artist show and tell

Duane Michals, an influential American photographer known for his innovative and narrative style, was born on February 18, 1932, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Growing up in a working-class family, Michals developed an early interest in art and photography. He studied at the Carnegie Institute of Technology (now Carnegie Mellon University) in Pittsburgh, where he initially pursued graphic design. However, his passion for photography quickly took precedence.

Michals’ early work was marked by his departure from traditional photographic norms. Instead of capturing a single moment, he sought to tell stories through sequences of images, often incorporating handwritten texts alongside his photographs. This experimental approach to photography became his signature style, earning him recognition as a pioneer of photographic storytelling.

Throughout his career, Michals explored a wide range of subjects, from portraits and self-portraits to surreal and conceptual pieces. He delved into themes of identity, mortality, love, and human emotions, creating evocative and introspective images.

As an aspiring photographer, I find Duane Michals’ work incredibly inspiring for this project. His ability to blend photography with storytelling resonates with me deeply. Michals’ use of sequential images and text to convey complex narratives has influenced my approach to capturing moments. Instead of focusing solely on individual images, I aim to create a series that tells a compelling story, evoking emotions and engaging viewers on a deeper level.

Additionally, Michals’ fearlessness in experimenting with different techniques and styles encourages me to push boundaries and explore new avenues in my photography. His dedication to storytelling through photography inspires me to infuse my own work with meaning. Through studying Michals’ work, I’ve gained a deeper appreciation for the art of visual storytelling and its ability to transcend mere images.

Blog Post: Fairy Tale

Through the Language Glass

“Through the Language Glass” by Guy Deutscher offers a fascinating exploration of how language shapes our perception of the world. Deutscher delves into the intricate relationship between language and thought, challenging the long-held belief that language merely reflects our thoughts. Instead, he suggests that language actively shapes and influences our cognitive processes.

Reading this book was a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of language, from its impact on color perception to gendered language’s influence on societal norms. Deutscher’s insights into linguistic relativity, or the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, shed light on how different languages provide unique lenses through which we view reality.

After finishing the book, I found myself more attuned to the subtle ways language shapes our understanding of the world. It reinforced the idea that language is not just a tool for communication; it is a powerful force that molds our perceptions and cultures. “Through the Language Glass” is a captivating read for anyone interested in the intricate interplay between language, cognition, and culture.

Nightmare

Capturing the essence of a nightmare through photography was a daunting yet cathartic experience. My nightmare of drowning became the subject of my photoshoot.

Final Project

week 1

work in progress

Final Project

Problem Statement: This project is about flowers and plants. I’ve always loved to be outside and take photos of different kinds of plants in nature. In the city it’s hard to find that patch of nature so I decorate my room with all kinds of plants and buy flowers when I can. I get this green thumb from my mom she gardened all the time forcing me to join her but after years of it I started seeing how every plant was so different and beautiful on its own.

Project Description: My approach to this project slowly changed into what it is now. The first week of shooting I focus mostly on the flower and how its natural form could be shown in many ways. I didn’t change the flower to look a certain way I would just place them in different ways or take the pedals to create a different form. The weeks following I started to change the way I was shooting the flowers cutting the flowers apart to create a new looking plant. It was hard trying to figure out what forms I wanted to try to create I wanted it to look interesting and not messy.  As I started shooting and creating different forms, I realized some of the plants began to look like bugs, fairies, or some kinds of sea creatures.

Formal, Conceptual & Contextual Considerations: For the lighting it stayed almost the same for each week of shooting. I had a diffused light that was sat right behind the camera and hitting the flowers. I used a black backdrop (my old t-shirt) so the flowers would pop off the page. I didn’t want a background that would distract from the main thing I was photographing. I did do some edited on all the photos and made all of them black and white images which lets you see the fine detail on all the flowers. I feel like my photography showcases the beauty of flowers and what you can create from them. In a way I made fictional photography project capturing the flower as it is but also into little creatures. I want my audience to see how you can construct work from simple things found in nature.

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