This is one of the films that inspired and influenced my response to Branco, looking at the beauty, patterns, and lack of order within movement. Although it is not a human figure, there are very human qualities to the movement.
Them Photographs
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2012-03-15
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One half of my initial photographic response to the work of Miguel Rio Branco, combining both film and photography. This is definitely an avenue which I wish to explore further.
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2012-02-20
A prime example of a cinemagraph…..
Source: youhavetostartsomewhere
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Cinemagraphs…..
http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/cinemagraph/
Some brilliant examples of an exciting new form of GIF images which are definitely worth exploring in terms of how time passes.
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My initial response to the theme of ‘The Passing of Time’, using artists that I was already aware of, and various links to videos highlighting the theme.
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2011-09-21
Second final piece.
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First final piece.
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Second batch.
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First batch of self portrait assignment trials and experiments.
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2011-09-19
Portrait Lesson Task
Photo 1: The relaxed pose of the subject helps to make this a very soft image, with the distorted reflection in the pond showing a less detailed image. the reflection of the building behind the subject also helps the composition, as otherwise the entire image would’ve been very curved and soft.
Photo 2: The lines crossing the portrait are what makes this a successful portrait for me, as it adds another layer/dimension to the image. The way her eye is framed between two lines also helps to make the image successful.
Photo 3: For this photo I wanted to consider other means of portraying a self portrait, so I photographed my own. I liked this effect, as you can still see all the details on the floor, but my shadow is superimposed above it. The curve of the wall helps to make the composition more interesting visually.
Photo 4: The motion of this image is very aesthetically pleasing, as her face is totally obscured, leaving a whirlwind of hair to take over the image. The fact that the entire shot is quite close to the subject was a conscious choice, so that the movement seemed bigger. If the camera was further away, the movement may have seemed more insignificant.
Photo 5: I think this image works because of the connection between the subject, her expression, and the sign behind her head. ‘NOTICE ME!’. The fact that the background out of the window is also noticeable creates a dilemma within the photo, as to who gets the attention from the viewer.
Photo 6: I like this portrait because of the unexpected nature of it, as the subject has been caught mid-motion, with a very natural expression. Ideally I would’ve made sure the sunlight streaming through the window was highlighting her face more.
Photo 7: I like the positioning of the subject, as she is slightly off centre, showing the imperfections on the white wall. The effect of a longer shutter speed has given the illusion that she has two faces, and the colour of her dress contrasts the whiter background.
