Jaroslav Roster

Jaroslav Rossler was a notable Czech photographer who played a significant role in the modernist movement in Czechoslovakia. He was born in 1902 and gained fame for his creative blending of artistic expression with avant-garde photography techniques. Rossler was a key member of the influential art collective Devetsil, aiming to incorporate a range of artistic fields. His art frequently delved into abstract and geometric themes, challenging the limits of traditional photography. Rossler’s influence in the field has endured, and his photos are admired for their distinctive viewpoint and skillful craftsmanship. He died in 1990, leaving a valuable legacy in the field of visual arts. 

My Paper Photoshoot:

Best Image Selection:

Editing:

I used photoshop and changed the images into black and white to emphasise the shadows and then contrast and sharpness to define the futures within the photo which made the dark parts have more depth and the lighter bits brighter. In the end I cropped the image to make the subject of the photo more prominent.

This composition of photos work well together because they have all been edited in similar ways. The tonal value of the photos has been increased due to the changing of contrast and sharpness creating darker shadows and brighter highlights. It is clear in all photos the papers have asymmetrical lines which incorporates formal elements generating a visual appeal and guides the viewers focus throughout the presentation of the images.

In this composition of photos I scrunched up pieces of paper and laid them out and took close up photos of the creases within the paper. When editing all the photos I used Lightroom with the pre made settings , B&W punch, which emphasises the textures, showcasing the forms and shades.