Vibeke tandberg

For my first artist reference I am going to look at the work from Vibeke Tandberg. I feel that her work is really prominent in her collection “living together” as she takes two images of herself and depicts what it would look like living with a twin sibling. I feel like her work can relate strongly to the work I am trying to produce as I am trying to capture what its like living with a twin sister and how it drastically alters a persons way of living.

Image analysis

This image of her work in the collection “Living together” Really stood out to me. I feel that this image showcases a captivating scene of personal engagement. The compesition skillfully captures the subjects seated at the table, drawing attention to their expressions, body language, and the overall atmosphere. The use of lighting and shadows adds depth and dimension to the image, enhancing the mood and creating a sense of intimacy. Tandberg’s work often explores the complexities of human relationships and shared spaces, and this image seems to reflect that theme.

Tandberg is a Norwegian artist known for her thought-provoking work and conceptually rich work. Her work often explores themes of identity, perception and the relationship between the viewer and the artwork. Tandberg’s use of various mediums, including photography, video and installation adds depth and complexity to her artistic practise. Her work challenges traditional notions of art and pushes boundaries, inviting viewers to question their own understanding and interpretation. Tandberg’s contributions to the art world have been recognised internationally, making her a significant figure in contemporary art. Her work “living together” is significant because it delves into the complexities of human relationships and the dynamics of coexistence. She prompts her viewers to reflect on the challengers and joys of living together whether its through family, community or just as a society as a whole. Tandberg’s work encourages us to examine our own roles and responsibilities in fostering harmonious relationships and creating inclusive environments. By addressing these universal topics, “living together” resonates with a wide audience and sparks meaningful conversations about our shared human experiences.

Irina Werning

For my second artist I am going to look at the work by Irina werning. She specialises in taking two separate images and combining them into one, she mainly uses old images from her childhood as her younger self and then crops in an image of what she looks like today to create the illusion that they are interacting with each other and in the same time zone. I would like to take inspiration from her from my upcoming project as I could take old images with me and my sister together when we where children and then crop new images of us when we are older to create the illusion that there are four individuals in the image instead of two. I feel that her work can also link to Vibeke Tandbergs work as she also edited two images of herself to create the illusion that they are interacting together.

Image analysis

In this captivating image by Irina Werning, we see a person elegantly dressed in formal attire, sporting a suit and tie. The subject’s expression exudes confidence and approachability, creating a sense of professionalism. Werning’s careful attention to detail is evident in the composition and lighting of the photograph. The choice of formal attire signifies sophistication and societal expectations of professionalism. It prompts us to consider the significance of appearances and the role they play in our lives, even as a child or a grown adult. The subject’s pleasant expression adds warmth and invites viewers to connect on a personal level. It conveys a sense of confidence and readiness to take on challenges. Werning skillfully captures the essence of the moment, evoking emotions and prompting reflection. This image by Irina Werning showcases her talent in capturing the nuances of human expression and the visual storytelling that lies within. It serves as a reminder of the power of photography to convey messages and evoke emotions.

Irina Werning is an exceptionally talented and renowned photographer who gained widespread acclaim for her captivating project called “Back to the Future.” In this series, Werning goes beyond mere photography and delves into the realm of art and storytelling. She meticulously recreates old photographs by meticulously matching the subjects, locations, clothing, and even the tiniest details to capture the essence of the past. What makes Werning’s work truly exceptional is her ability to not only recreate the physical aspects of the original photographs but also to capture the emotions and stories behind them. Her photographs are windows into the lives and experiences of the people she portrays, allowing us to witness the passage of time and the changes that occur in our lives. Werning’s attention to detail is unparalleled. She meticulously researches and recreates every aspect of the original photographs, from the props to the lighting, ensuring that every element is just right. This dedication to authenticity and accuracy is what makes her work so captivating and resonant. Through her photographs, Werning explores the complex relationship between memory, identity, and time. By juxtaposing the past and the present, she invites us to reflect on our own lives and the ways in which we change and evolve over time. It’s a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. Werning’s work has received international recognition and has been exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums around the world. Her photographs have a timeless quality that transcends cultural and generational boundaries, resonating with viewers from all walks of life.

Gabriele Galimberti

For my last artist I have decided to look at the work by Gabriele Galimberti. this project of his is called “Toy stories where he took images of children and their toys from all around the world. I find his work in this project really interesting to see the contrast in children and their toys from all around the world. I am going to take inspiration from him in my upcoming project where I am going to explore the contrast between mine and my sisters childhood toys growing up, Even though our approaches are not going to be exactly the same, I would like to take some of his ideas behind the project its self.

Image analysis

In this particular photograph, we see a young person standing in a room filled with an incredible variety of toys. The toys are spread out all around, creating a colorful and playful environment. As we take a closer look, we can see that each toy tells a unique story. There are action figures, dolls, stuffed animals, building blocks, and much more. These toys reflect the child’s interests, preferences, and personality. They are a reflection of their individuality and the things that bring them joy. The image captures a moment frozen in time, allowing us to appreciate the child’s sense of wonder and excitement. It reminds us of the boundless imagination and creativity that children possess. It also highlights the importance of play in a child’s development, as they learn, explore, and make sense of the world through their toys. Galimberti’s “Toy Stories” project aims to explore the cultural and social significance of toys in different parts of the world. By photographing children with their toys, he captures a glimpse into their lives and the stories they create.

Gabriele Galimberti is an esteemed Italian photographer celebrated for his remarkable project called “Toy Stories.” This project took Galimberti on a journey around the world, where he had the opportunity to meet children from various countries and document their cherished toys. “Toy Stories” stands out due to Galimberti’s meticulous approach and attention to detail. Through his lens, he not only captures the toys themselves but also delves into the personal stories and cultural contexts that surround them. The photographs offer a glimpse into the lives of these children, reflecting their unique personalities, interests, and the values instilled in them by their respective communities. Galimberti’s portrayal of the relationship between the children and their toys is both captivating and thought-provoking. Each photograph tells a compelling story, shedding light on the diverse experiences of childhood across different cultures. From simple, handmade toys in rural areas to technologically advanced gadgets in urban environments, “Toy Stories” showcases the rich tapestry of childhood around the globe. The photographs in this project not only serve as visual masterpieces but also prompt viewers to contemplate the universal aspects of childhood and the significance of play in shaping our identities. Galimberti’s work is a testament to the power of photography in capturing the essence of human experiences and fostering cross-cultural understanding.

Femininity vs Masculinity

My intake on it

For this project I brought together some of my friends and took multiple pictures of them capturing their femininity in my garden with natural lighting in nature to express what my idea was to be feminine. I also took pictures of my brother and his friend in my garage with a combination of natural and artificial lighting with them doing “Masculine activities” and then edited them to be monotone.

Femininity is

Traits such as nurturance, sensitivity, sweetness, supportiveness, gentleness, warmth, passivity, cooperativeness, expressiveness, modesty, humility, empathy, affection, tenderness, and being emotional, kind, helpful, devoted, and understanding have been cited as stereotypically feminine.

Masculinity is

 qualities and attributes regarded as characteristic of men. When we talk about masculinity, we’re talking about a person’s gender. Gender is a social construct, and is one of many ways we as humans make meaning and create social structures.

The concept of femininity and masculinity have been shaped by cultural norms and beliefs throughout history. They are not fixed or universally defined, and can vary across different society’s. Society’s understanding of femininity and masculinity has evolved over time, and continues to evolve.

Examples

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Examples

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Anthropocene

My intake on it

For this project I took inspiration from Mandy Barker and took my images of single use e-cigarettes due to the increase in popularity for them and the harmful impacts that they are having on our environment.

Definition

The Anthropocene Epoch is an unofficial unit of geologic time, used to describe the most recent period in Earth’s history when human activity started to have a significant impact on the planet’s climate and ecosystems.

Examples

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Street photography

My intake on it

For this project we went on a day trip to St Malo while trying to capture people going about their everyday life.

Definition

Street photography is a photographic practice of shooting people in everyday life in everyday environments. These photographers commonly aim to capture spontaneous moments of people in a candid state.

Examples

Response

In conclusion I think that I am going to take most of my inspiration from my femininity shoot in my Femininity vs Masculinity project. This is because I feel that it would link to my idea the best about capturing my childhood and my relationship with my sister.

For my Statement of intent about nostalgia I am going to explore my childhood and what it was like growing up with a twin.

This is important to me as we grew up together and are never apart, Whenever I think back to my childhood she is the first thing that comes into my mind and all the different memories and experiences that we have been through together.

I wish to develop this project by taking sets of images of the contrast between our childhood toys and how in our household there was always two of everything. I also want to try and capture our relationship/friendship and how it has grown over the years. I would also like to capture how when growing up we where treated as individuals by family but yet treated like the same individual by people who are not so close with us.

I am thinking about presenting my project in a photobook as I feel that it would be the best way to display my work in a professional manner and links to my project as we have multiple photobooks of us growing up together. I would like to include a variety of different photography styles into my photobooks such as a mixture of Portraits, Landscapes, and Still-life as I feel that only one style could not capture my full intent for this project.

I intend to begin my study within the next month while taking images in various different locations such as the beach and our house. I would also like to take a set of images of objects in the studio as I feel that that type of lighting would be the best to isolate them and help outline them.

Moodboard

I struggled to find images online that would relate to what I am trying to capture with my project

What is a Archive and why are they important

A Photographic Archive consists of several valuable and specialized collections of photographs on archaeology, architecture, and art, as well as landscape architecture and gardens. It also includes special collections important to history. All archives have a artefactual value for the history of photography, as well as documentary value for the study and research of their specific subject. Some of the collections have a particular historical and archaeological significance because the photographs record excavations and monuments from the early years of modern archaeology. Archives can be described as image banks, indexes, catalogues of creative endeavour, reference libraries, treasure chests, and more. The Photographic Archive contains photographs of works of art and architecture printed on paper, which have been glued to brown card mounts. Many of these mounts contain information, both handwritten and typed, about the images in the photographs. Photographic archives are living documents, records of the trends and habits of the cultural sector, notations of the changing hands of objects, and the shifting identities of the people and organisations who create and manage them. Although many research institutions have collected and housed such image repositories, and there are essential characteristics that many of them share, each photographic archive is particular to the place in which it was created.

How are archives a repository of knowledge?

Archives serve as a vital repositories of knowledge, housing a diverse range of valuable historical, cultural and scientific materials. These repositories meticulously preserve and organise documents, records and artefacts, ensuring their accessibility for research and public engagement. Archives facilitate the advancement of knowledge by providing researchers with a wealth of primary sources to analyse, interpret and contribute to various fields of study. Additionally, archives serve as a wellspring of inspiration or artists, writers and filmmakers, enabling them to draw upon the rich narratives and imagery contained within archive materials. In essence, archives are indispensable custodians of our collective memory, fostering a deeper understanding of the past and guiding us towards a more enlightened future.

Societe Jersiaise

The Société Jersiaise Photographic Archive was founded in January 1873 which helps to supply knowledge and an insight to community’s about Jersey heritage. In Jersey they founded a museum to store all of these archives which is now owned by Jersey heritage. Some of these consist of the wildlife in the island, The evolution of jersey, The battle of Jersey and the geography of Jersey These archives are held in various forms such as documents, drawings, paintings and photos and are kept well preserved and looked after. These archives can also be accessed online and are free to use by the public which is an easy way for them to find the information that is relevant to them. The Société’s mission is to ‘produce and facilitate research on the Island’s history, culture, language and environment; and to share that knowledge with the widest possible audience for the benefit of our island and what the past looked like. They interact extensively with the local community; they take part in community outreach schemes, research collections, and their numerous relationships with local partners, Which allows islanders to look more deeply into their own family heritage and the history of their home which strengthens our understanding of Jersey as a place .

Henry Mullins

Henry Mullins started working at 230 Regent Street in London in the 1840s and moved to Jersey in July 1848, setting up a studio known as the Royal Salon. Initially he was in partnership with a Mr Millward, who is not a very known Photographer. By the following year he was working alone and he continued to work out of the same studio for another 26 years. 1860s he also worked in London for a bit, but judging by the collection of his photographs which is now held by La Société Jersians’, he found plenty of willing sitters in the island prepared to pay lots of money have their portrait taken by him. Mullins became most famous for his cartes de visite and the photographic archive of La Société, that contains a large collection of 9600 images, the online archive holds photos mainly in sets of 16 photographs taken at a single sitting. As photographs were expensive at the time, Henry mainly photographed Jersey’s affluent and influential people, including their families of the more important officers. Long hair, whiskers and beards were shown to be in fashion in the mid-1800s from Mullins’ photos. Due to this and the styling of the portraits, it is difficult to tell the difference between some of the officers in the portraits

In conclusion, the value of photographic archives hold immense significance as they serve as essential repositories of our history, culture and collective memory. By preserving visual records of significant events and places they provide invaluable resources for researchers, historians and better knowledge for future generations. These archives offer a unique window into our past, enabling a deeper understanding of societal developments and cultural shifts. As visual narratives, they contribute to the preservation of knowledge fostering a sense of connection to our shared heritage. Having studied the photographic work of Henry Mullins it helped give me a better insight on The history of jersey by studying his work to evoke emotion and tell stories by highlighting his images to see the world from a different perspective reminding his viewers to appreciate the simple things. His achievements had a big impact on jersey and the photography world due to his unique style and influencing multiple other photographers. And showing how jersey once was.

Film link

Film evaluation

In conclusion I am happy with certain aspects of the film, such as the edited pictures and my role which was the sound design. For future reference I would feel best doing another film project on my own in comparison of working in a group of 3 as I feel like it wasn’t a great representation of all of my creative ideas and aspects that I could’ve explored on my own. Its defiantly a way of presenting my images that I will keep in mind for the future as once I came to terms with it, I did really enjoy producing the sound, but due to me only making one aspect of the film I think that I would struggle in upcoming projects producing the layout. If I could do this project again I would like to include videos to the film and not just still images as I feel that it would help capture the story behind the Castle as a whole while also fitting the dystopian scene and setting that we where trying to represent. Lastly I would of rather of tried to capture more of the history of the castle such as the world wars etc, rather than just focusing on one aspect which was the architecture. I am happy that we got to do this project as its another idea that I can incorporate into my final exam.

For our Film on Elizabeth castle I took on the role of producing the audio. I did this by using Adobe Audition and taking online sounds from various websites such as

https://freesound.org
https://www.zapsplat.com
https://sound-effects.bbcrewind.co.uk
https://soundbible.com
https://www.freesoundeffects.com

First of all I combined 4 different sounds together and adjusted them for when I wanted them to appear on the audio.

To adjust the frequency of the different sounds I went on to filter and EQ and then pressed Parametric equalizer.

Which I was then able to change the sharpness and dullness of the different areas on each track

When I was happy with the results I went onto Multitrack, Mixdown session to new file and then entire session.

This then merges all of the tracks into one consistent audio.

When I was finally happy and finished with the results I exported the audio onto my video data drive and made a new folder called “Edited audio”

For our film I made 3 Different audios with a variety of sounds that consisted of war sounds, metal chains, waves, screams and others. In overview at first I was concerned about doing the audio as I was new to the app and had no experience creating different sounds. After Sam came in for the second time to explain the app in more detail I eventually became more comfortable with it and overall enjoyed experimenting within the app and adding different tracks to produce a singular audio.

This is my final piece for my zine. I tried to combine my favourite black and white images combined with my images in colour. For each page I decided to keep the colour combinations so when you turn the page its like you get a different story due to the different characters and personalities.

Governors of Jersey moved their official residence from Mont Orgueil to Elizabeth Castle, which was first used in a military context during the English Civil War in the 17th century. and was built to defend jersey against French invasions and has witnessed many significant events over the centuries. some of the wars that it was used in consist of The English Civil war, the Napoleonic Wars and world war 2.

it took around 70 years to complete the construction of the castle. It was also built in stages, with different sections being added over time. The construction began in the 16th century and continued in stages until the 17th century.

Built on a rocky islet in St. Aubin’s Bay, Elizabeth Castle has defended Jersey for more than 400 years. You can take the amphibious castle ferry or walk out along the causeway at low tide. Elizabeth Castle is the perfect place to spend a day exploring Jersey’s history with the Jersey Militia or castle gunner on parade.

Below is an old map of the castle

The main weapons that they used for defence consist of cannons, muskets and other firearms that where commonly used during that period.

below is some more information that i found on this website

The islet

Elizabeth Castle, as its name suggests, dates from the days of the great Tudor Queen. But its site had long previously been associated with events of local importance, the earliest of which might well be termed legendary rather than historical.

Here, about the year 540 AD, came Helier, the Christian anchorite after whom our town is named. He chose as his habitation a lonely spume-sprayed rock south east of the islet, where his reputed bed, a rough niche in the rock, may still be seen. In the same place, some 15 years later, he was discovered by a band of marauding sea-rovers and put to the sword, thus earning a place in the Calendar as Jersey’s first Christian martyr and patron saint.

The Hermitage, or oratory, which encloses his cell was erected at a much later date, probably in the 12th century.

St Marculf

St Helier was a pupil of St Marculf, to whom is chiefly attributed the conversion of the islanders to Christianity. As the population of Jersey then numbered, we are told, only 30 families, the task was not quite so formidable as it sounds. But the benefits conferred by these pioneers of Christianity were material as well as spiritual. The monasteries which they founded invariably attracted settlers to the district, agriculture and the rudiments of education were taught, and an impetus given to civilisation generally. Shortly after the death of St Helier, St Marculf established a monastic settlement upon the islet, and the agglomeration of peasants’ huts which, as a consequence, sprang up in the near vicinity, formed the foundations of the future town of St Helier. After the death of Marcuif in 558, his work was carried on by St Magloire or Mannelier. In 577 Pretextat, Archbishop of Rouen, as the result of a quarrel with the Frankish King, fled to Jersey and took refuge in the Monastery of the islet. He was the first of the host of political exiles who, throughout history, have found shelter and security on our shores. Jersey’s inclusion in the Empire of Charlemagne is disclosed by the records of the Abbey of Fontenelle, which state that the Emperor sent Abbot Gerwold on a diplomatic mission to Augia, as it was then termed, in 790.Towards the end of the ninth century, Norse raiders again descended on the Islet and St Marculf’s Monastery was laid in ruins.

Chris Marker, (1921-2012) was a French filmmaker, poet, novelist, photographer, editor and multi-media artist who has been challenging moviegoers, philosophers, and himself for years with his complex queries about time, memory, and the rapid advancement of life on this planet. Marker’s La Jetée is one of the most influential, radical science-fiction films ever made, a tale of time travel. What makes the film interesting for the purposes of this discussion, is that while in editing terms it uses the language of cinema to construct its narrative effect, it is composed entirely of still images showing images from the featureless dark of the underground caverns of future Paris, to the intensely detailed views across the ruined city, and the juxtaposition of destroyed buildings with the spire of the Eiffel Tower.

Why was La Jetée (1962) made ?

La Jette mainly explored the themes of memory, time and human existence. raising philosophical questions about the nature of existence and the consequences that come with messing with time. what’s is important to take in about this film is the innovative use of still images and its non-linear narrative structure. this makes a significant contribution to the science fiction genre. Its main narrative is about a man that is sent back and forth, in and out of time in an experiment that attempts to unravel the fate and the solution to the problems of a post-apocalyptic world during the aftermath of WW3.

The full video is below

I did this the lasso tool on photoshop and then using the bar below and writing in the description what image that I wanted to appear.

For this image I generated someone skateboarding, a cat and a dog. This helped make the bridge look busier to help highlight my perception of St Malo.

With this image I did the same thing where I edited some children playing and a whale in the sea. Due to the abnormality of the whale being there this picture looks less realistic in comparison to the other one and is clear that it is generatied by AI.

Overview

Overall I didn’t really enjoy this experimentation as I struggled to make the images that I generated look realistic, in contrast I am glad the we did it as it is another way that I can incorporate technology into my final exams but yet I probably wont be reliant on this technique as I did struggle with and and I Prefer the way that my final images look without the fake aspects to it.