For the images above, I displayed them in a triptych since they all have warm and vibrant colours which go well together as well as the fact they all focus on landscapes. The darker tones in the sky of the first image also juxtapose the lighter and more colourful tones of the sky in the second image, although if I were to do this again I would put the image of the flower in the middle for consistency.

I then displayed these images together since I like how they’re all of the same landscape, whilst the black and white version in the middle draws focus and creates contrasts in tones when compared to the other two images.

I wasn’t too pleased with the final outcome of this overall, as the editing has slightly overexposed some of the images as well as being over saturated or having too high vibrance. The layout also doesn’t group all the photos too well (a triptych or a 2×2 square would have been better to show them as being part of one set) and the brown background also doesn’t compliment any of the colours well.

This is the final outcome I am most satisfied with, since the triptych as well as all the photos being black in white clearly shows intention and that these are all part of one set. Furthermore, I like how the two photos on the edges focus on the sky and rocks in contrast to the centre image which focuses more on water ripples and rocks as this compliments the overall presentation really nicely.

Photo Inspiration

Harry Callahan, a prominent American photographer, excelled in street photography and landscapes as part of the modernist movement. His photography focused on capturing the beauty in everyday life, exploring light, shadow, and form while emphasizing the relationship between people and their environment, showcasing a profound connection to the world around him. Callahan’s innovative photography techniques included experimenting with multiple exposure, cropping, and close-ups to craft compelling compositions. He skilfully manipulated light and shadow to infuse depth and emotion into his images, enabling him to convey his distinct vision and perspective through his photographs.

 

Background

Harry Callahan attended Michigan State College (now Michigan State University) and studied engineering before discovering his passion for photography. He became famous in the mid-20th century for his unique approach to photography, capturing everyday life in a remarkable way. Callahan’s work gained recognition for its innovative techniques and profound artistic vision, establishing him as a significant figure in the world of photography.​

My Summer Photography

 

 

 

 

•Karl Blissfield born in 1869 and died in 1932. Photographed plants in closeup and trained as a sculptor but was only very interested in plants and a keen amateur botanist and used photography as a teaching tool to demonstrate the differences in botanical forms. 

•He developed cameras which allowed him to photograph both plants and the texture of their surfaces in unprecedented details.

•He first published black and white photography images In unformed der kunst (1929), which translates as artforms in nature, after an exhibition of his work at Berlins Gallery Nierendorf. 

•His images are unique in the portrayal of plants although a number of people have sought to emulate him. He focuses in particular on the form and structure of plants.