You will now create a final work in a theme of your own choosing. This may be an extension of any of the projects we have completed over the past units, or something brand new.
- Choose a theme and genre of photography or skills that you would like to learn.
These are some starting points as you begin to develop your concept, remember to write down any notes or thoughts you have in relation to your concept.
You can start this process by asking yourself a few questions:
- What subjects do you find yourself thinking about, talking about or photographing over and over again?
- What subjects make you excited, frustrated, angry or intrigued?
- Are you completely baffled by why something is the way it is?
- Is there an injustice happening in the world that you want others to be made aware of?
- Is there a current event you see in the news, and would like to explore more deeply or show another side to the story?
- Reflect on self as central to your environment and consider the influences that impact on you. Investigate social, cultural, religious and personal factors, and look at specific issues, events and topics that are of significance or importance to your life. Think about how does this theme relate to you?
- Create a visual mind map of ideas related to the theme including general images of inspiration.
Pick a one or a couple of these ideas and research ideas, images, artworks and information around the concepts.
- Research several photographers that will inspire this project – write a detailed analysis of each photographer, focusing on their techniques, styles, content, how they represent your chosen theme, your opinion and how they will inspire your ideas.
Add all of this to a planning project on your Behance.
You can also select some images to email me and print to put up above your desk.
Photography with Tiffany 