Abstract photography can be defined as capturing images in which the subject isn’t the most interesting element. Albert Renger-Patzsch and Aaron Siskind photographed the ordinary to reveal their beauty. Uta Barth reversed the typical use of the camera, shooting out of focus and Andreas Gursky photographs the repetition of elements. During this unit, you will investigate appropriate examples of abstract photography and respond in your own way.

I believe that abstract photography means using every element in a photo to create a unique and highly detailed composition, taking an image and making every part of it stand out. By making every element in a photo stand out, the subject is no longer the focus, in some instances, they may even be the background or a supporting element.