Why did you choose this image in particular?

I chose this picture in particular because of the uniqueness of the picture.  The usual style of Jackie Ranken is different to this picture simply because there is a stripe of red in the middle, and he usually takes pictures in black and white.

•What do you find surprising or unusual about this photograph?

I find it unusual that there is any color besides black and white in this picture, especially on a random place like this venue.

•Look carefully and choose ONE of the Formal Elements that you think is important in the photograph (E.g. Focus, Light, Line, Repetition, Shape, Texture, Value/Tone).

I believe that the most important is how it is not really lined up, the picture is a bit slanted to the side, and it is kind of distracting. Apart from that, the obvious color/tone of the picture also shows the uniqueness of the picture.

•Describe why you think it is important (2 or 3 sentences)

I believe that it is important because he would want to portray something more in depth. It may be because it might be where he came from, or why he chose to become a photographer.

•In what ways are your chosen artist’s photographs abstract?

My chosen artists photographs abstract because it does not show the reality of pictures, instead edited. Additionally, Jackie Ranken provides the pictures in a bit sideways, which is very unusual.

•What do you like about the style? Be specific and explain your answer.

I like the colors chosen for the non black and white. The color shown is Red, which is a symbol of pride and peace in China. As said on the poster (Left side of the picture), it is in chinese.

•How will you adapt this style to your own photography? How does the image/artist inspire YOU?

I will adapt the uniqueness of this type of style in my own photography by attempting to put different types of elements into one picture. This will make it feel very different to usual pictures.