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Final Submission!
This is my final photobook! I am so happy with the way this turned out, it's been very fun getting to photograph my friends who I love dearly! I've enjoyed this semester and I can't wait to see what's next!
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Week 13 Feedback before submission
Before submission, I had a chat with Natalie to receive some feedback on my photobook. I was advised to swap some photos around, use 1 of the smoking photos, and as my title is 'You're 20?' I could answer and say 'Mentally 15' on the next slide. I also received some feedback on the last photo, as I could end on a happier set of pictures to show that it really is worth it. I had also been advised to create a set of 12 images throughout the middle of the book with images I have collated throughout the break to create a sense of that 'mentally 15' still able to have fun vibes.
Draft Statement
This is my Statement as of now, but with the feedback given from Natalie, I will be editing this so that it matches the sequence of my final photobook.
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Reading Activities/Tasks
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The video uncovers the renowned photograph “Migrant Mother,” taken by Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the Great Depression, and explores the story behind the image and the life of its subject, Florence Owens Thompson. “Migrant Mother” is one of the world’s most famous photographs, credited with helping to spur a relief movement during the Great Depression and becoming one of the most reproduced images in history. Despite its fame, Florence was misidentified as a “destitute pea picker,” a label that she and her family found misleading and demeaning. Florence did not appreciate the picture's representation of poverty, as she and her family continued to struggle. However, the photograph also captures her strength, dignity, and maternal love. Over time, Florence’s children viewed the photograph with pride, seeing it as a testament to the strength of American motherhood. The impact of “Migrant Mother” showcases the power of visual storytelling and its ability to evoke emotions and inspire action. Florence’s resilience and determination to provide for her children exemplify the strength of motherhood and the sacrifices made by many mothers in difficult circumstances. The family’s mixed feelings towards the photograph illustrate the complexities of representation and the varying perspectives individuals may have on their own image. Ultimately, Florence Owens Thompson’s story reminds us of the importance of considering the full context and personal experiences behind iconic photographs.
He stresses the value of accepting flaws and the erratic nature of natural light, which gives his pictures more nuance and personality. Rawness and closeness define Corbijn's portraiture technique, which frequently presents his subjects in an open and honest way. He chooses simplicity and spontaneity over highly produced or manufactured settings in order to capture the genuine essence of his subjects. With uncommon depth and compassion, he captures his subjects' humanity and fragility in pictures that are both visually striking and emotionally poignant.
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This montage video of Hendrik shooting his daughter is very captivating. In these portraitures, it looks like he is shooting with a soft light to create depth and dimension within the photograph, drawing the viewer's attention to specific elements of the composition.
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Draft Photobook
Looking at my draft photobook, it shows me that I need to make my text/captions a bit larger as well as the images as there is alot of negative space. In my final book, I will add an extra few images as well as maybe changing the font.
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Week 11 - Photoshoot
For this shoot, I had gone over to my friend's house to photograph her. From the previous class, I had shared my concept with Natalie, and she had given me some advice on what I should focus on shooting. There was a bit of miscommunication as she thought she had owned a DSLR camera but it was in fact a digital fuji film camera. Although this happened I still photographed her and here are some of the images taken. I focused on the little details in her room such as her posters on her wall, her plushies and her in her oodie. I will be reshooting this with her again next week with a proper camera!
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Reflection of the week
I am having a bit of trouble developing content as I do not own a camera and when I am trying to loan out a camera from LoanOut, many of them are already in use or I can only be able to book it out for a hour or so. To achieve gaining some content, I have been using friends cameras. In order to solve this problem, I will need to book a camera a week in advance to guarantee booking one out.
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Photoshoot Planning
Photoshoot planning for the weekend
Idea on the ‘Pause on time’
Photoshoot friends on bed
Get the little details
Focus on the teenage vibe
Who?
Group of close friends
Where?
Friend's house
Alley way
Focus?
Taking pictures of friends and poster wall (teen vibe)
Taking pictures of soft toys and friends
Friends in oodies/onesies
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Week 10 - Photobook Concept Idea
What and who will you portray?
With my photography I will be photographing individuals/my friends, portraying the feeling of losing yourself as you grow up and enter your twenties.
What might you communicate visually through the concept of portrayal?
Their emotions and body language on growing up.
What is your position on your subject matter?
As a individual myself entering my twenties, I want to be able to highlight and portray what my friends and I struggle with.
What is your voice? What is unique about your subject or your approach to it?
My voice for this project is the importance and reality for some individuals such as myself and my friends who are about to enter their twenties. What is unique about my subject is that my friends and I always talk about how we mentally stopped growing up when covid hit and are still 15
What do you have unique access to? A group of people, a place, a situation…?
A group of people – my closest group of friends/individuals photographing them at their homes.
Consider the important role the title takes in communicating your intention and how audiences might ‘read’ the book. What is your working title?
I’m not set on a working title as of this moment but some titles I am thinking of are ‘Mentally 15’ and ‘You’re 20?’.
What would you like readers to think and feel?
I would like the readers to connect with the images I’m portraying and understand the views of some people growing up.
What is the role of the text within the book? How does the text relate to the story the images tell? How do they work together?
The role of the text in my photobook will be little captions explaining the images captured, giving the reader an understanding of my images.
How many shoots do you require to gain adequate coverage and successfully tell the story?
I want to do atleast 5 or 6 shoots to collate a good set of images.
Do you need gear and support with your shoots? What is your plan?
With my shoots, I will be photographing my friends in a set location. I will only need a camera.
What software and workflow will you use to edit, process, collate and design your photobook PDF?
When needing to edit my photos, I will use camera raw and photoshop. As for creating the photobook, I will be using InDesign, considering I am more comfortable using that software.
What is your research plan?
I will be looking at photographers that focus on themes such as age, entering twenties, dark locations etc.
What other photobooks have you looked at?
I have looked at a range of photobooks online, one that really interested me was ‘Alessandra Sanguinetti- The Adventures of Guille and Belinda and the Enigmatic Meaning of Their Dreams’. It was very simple and portrayed their 5 years of growing. Another photobook that interested me was ‘I want to take a picture – Bill Burke’ as the images and text contrasted well with each other and as the images portrayed him travelling around South Asia and the text were passport stamps.
Are there decisions that have yet to be made? How will you resolve these?
I will need to decide on the layout of my photobook, deciding on which images should be portrayed first – deciding on a good book cover and what captions are good to use.
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Week 9 - Photobook sequencing using Lightroom Classic
I experimented using Lightroom classic to develop a photobook. I found it manageable to use but I would often get confused on why my the photos I uploaded were getting mixed up and would create other books. Because of that I am going to be using InDesign to create my final outcome as I find that much easier to navigate.
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Week 9 - 36 Photos + favourite photos out of this shoot
With these photos, I wanted to portray Nisha as a lost and alone individual. I experimented with this shot as I tried hiding behind a prop to see how the image would turn out. It took me many tries to get her into focus but I still have a long way to go.
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Week 8 - Looking at photo books
For SDL, we were told to go and look at some physical photo books at AUT's library or Auckland library, but due to myself being unwell, I looked at some photo books online instead.
Photobook 1: Fumi Nagasaka - Teenage Riot
This first phonebook is very minimal and simple which I like. Her book is heavily imaged but also leaves a lot of negative space which creates a sense of fresh air. The book isn't heavily packed with images which is refreshing, as it gives me inspiration on how I would make mine.
Photobook 2: ‘Alessandra Sanguinetti- The Adventures of Guille and Belinda and the Enigmatic Meaning of Their Dreams’
This photobook is also very minimal and simple but eye-catching also. Just like the 'Teenage Riot' photobook, this book is simple but captivating and makes you want to see what images would be shown next.
Photobook 3: ‘I want to take a picture – Bill Burke’
This photobook is visually captivating, it's not too busy and it makes you want to see what images are up next. I like how cohesive the spreads are and the concept behind this book, as he travels around Asia, and seen printed on the book are passport stamps which make the book and title come together.
Overall I like the different elements these photo books have as they showcase what I exactly am wanting to do with my final outcome!
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14 Day Challenge - Sem Break - A photo a day
Day 1: Lunch With Friend
Day 2: SZA Concert
Day 3: Day at the beach with friends (Shot on my camcorder)
Day 4: Painting with friends
Day 5: Cousin visiting from Tauranga
Day 6: Birthday
Day 7: Birthday Dinner
Day 8: Kmart Run
Day 9: Dinner with friends & Cousin
Day 10: Another beach day
Day 11: Hanging out with bestie
Day 12: Brother engulfing his food
Day 13: Mirror Pic :) Ready to go out!
Day 14: Korean BBQ and Real fruit icecream!
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WEEK 5 & 6 x3 PHOTOGRAPHERS
RICHARD AVEDON
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American photographer Richard Avedon (1923–2004) was a trailblazer who gained recognition for his unique and impactful portraiture. Over the course of his six-decade career, he reinvented the fields of portrait and fashion photography. His career started in the 1940s, and he soon rose to fame at Harper's Bazaar and then Vogue, where his avant-garde fashion photography filled glossy magazine pages with movement and emotion. Beyond the realm of fashion, Avedon is renowned for his potent and frequently thought-provoking portrait series, which includes the well-known piece "In the American West," which beautifully captured the faces and narratives of common Americans. The ideas and concept of his images draw me to him. I like the usage and playing he does when he photographs.
Mario Testino
Mario is a popular, well known photographer who tends to shoot famous musicians/people. With his photographs he tends to exemplify expert use of lighting, composition, and styling to create a visually appealing and engaging portrait. His images definitely inspire me.
Caroline Mackintosh
South African portrait photographer, Caroline Mackintosh is well known for her ability to capture the unfiltered energy and true soul of her clients. Her use of colour, natural lighting, and an intimate, almost ethereal aspect that entices viewers into the private lives of those she captures are what set her portraiture work apart. Mackintosh's art often demonstrates a close connection to nature and a keen understanding of human emotions. It is a superb combination of unexpected spontaneity and systematic composition.
Nina Masic
Masic's portraits capture the essence of her subjects, revealing their inner stories with authenticity and grace. Her work is characterised by its rich, cinematic quality, often utilising dramatic lighting and thoughtful composition to create images that are both visually stunning and emotionally resonant. Her ability to connect with people and make them feel at ease in front of the camera results in portraits that are natural and deeply expressive. This photo I chose from her work, inspires me to capture a similar vibe.
Sally Mann
This image in particular caught my eye as this is the vibe I am wanting to achieve within my own photographs. This photograph exemplifies expert use of natural lighting, composition, and depth of field to create a powerful portrait that engages viewers on multiple levels. Sally Mann's portraits capture the raw, unfiltered essence of her subjects, often exploring themes of family, memory, and the passage of time. Her work is definitely eye-catching and inspires me a lot for my own shoots.
Bud Fraker
I was drawn to this photograph due to technical skills in lighting, composition, and focus, combined with a thoughtful approach to capturing the subject's expression and personality. This photo especially inspires me as it is a visually appealing portrait. Frakers portraits of stars like Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, and Cary Grant are celebrated for their elegance quality. His ability to create captivating images that highlight both the allure and personality of his subjects made him a demanded photographer in the film industry. His photographs continue to be admired and studied for their artistic and historical significance, preserving the legacy of Hollywood's most iconic figures.
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Formative images
These are the images I chose to upload for my formative. I had gotten inspiration from Ilse Bing and Hoda Ashfar for my self portrait images as well as the individual portraits. With my individual portraits, I wanted to portray a dark vibe where the model seems to be 'lost' and is struggling to find their way.
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WEEK 5 CONTACT SHEETS
In this week, I started photographing with concepts in mind. I did some dark photoshoots to portray a sense of being lost. As well as doing self portrait photoshoots of myself with inspiration from Ilse Bing.
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