Statement of Intent/Vision

 

• The title of my project is: “The Poetry of Motion: An Exploration of General Movement”
• I want my audience to feel: Awe and wonder at the diverse manifestations of movement in the world around them. I aim to evoke a sense of fluidity and the continuous cycle of change that movement represents, inspiring viewers to notice the beauty in the simplest acts of motion.
• I will get inspiration and develop my ideas by looking for photographs that show: A wide range of movements, from the graceful flight of birds, the undulating waves of the ocean, to the gentle swaying of plants in the wind. I’ll study how photographers like Nicholas Goodden, Ernst Haas, Alexey Titarenko, Trent Parke, and Sam Taylor – Wood have used different photographic techniques to freeze or emphasize motion, and draw inspiration from their approaches.

 

 

• Message: My message is to celebrate movement as a fundamental and captivating aspect of our existence. Movement is not just about physical displacement; it’s a symbol of life, energy, and evolution. By focusing on general movement, I want to show that it’s all around us, in nature, in the elements, and in the actions of living beings, and that it holds a unique kind of magic.
• How to show the message with photography: I will utilize a variety of photographic techniques. For fast – moving subjects like animals in motion, I’ll use high – speed shutter speeds to capture sharp, detailed images that freeze the moment. For slower, more fluid movements such as waterfalls or clouds, long – exposure techniques will be employed to create smooth, dreamy effects that convey a sense of continuity. I’ll also play with angles and perspectives to add a dynamic feel to the images. In terms of style, I’ll aim for a naturalistic approach, highlighting the raw and unfiltered beauty of movement. I’ll strive to connect this vision to a global context, emphasizing that movement is a universal phenomenon that unites all life forms across the planet.