Photography Case Study -
Even though fixed in time, a photograph evokes as much feeling as that which comes from music or dance. Whatever the mode – from the snapshot to the decisive moment to multi-media montage – the intent and purpose of photography is to render in visual terms feelings and experiences that often elude the ability of words to describe. In any case, the eyes have it, and the imagination will always soar farther than was expected. – Ralph Gibson
This week you will be undertaking a research task into a noted photographer. Please choose one of the following four who are famous for their portrait photography and have all worked with musicians.
1. David Bailey
2. Annie Leibovitz
3. David LaChapelle
4. Mario Testino
5. Mick Rock
6. Herb Ritts
7. Tyler Shields
I will expect to see on your blog a small biography on the photographer and their history of work.
I would also like to see you select a variety of their images and show the style of their work.
Finally I would like you to analyse at least one or two images that inspire you and explain why as alongside providing a technical photographic analysis of the image.
Extension task: Read the following article from Complex Magazine
http://uk.complex.com/style/2012/10/the-50-greatest-music-photographers-right-now/cognito
Add a few of your fav pics to your blog and follow them on social media for inspiration!
