In this photo, I have captured different expressions and movements of the subject and collaged them together. This depicts the fluid nature of humanity and records a series of moments instead of one. The subject is laughing, calm, melancholy, and outraged all in one photo of this. Therefore, it shows multi-facet of parts of one subject from a single photo.
1 Artist
David Hockney
2 (Intent) and 3 (Style):
The images I’m focusing on from David Hockney’s creations have a photo collage style that pastes two or more photographs together. He liked this style and went on to create many works that utilized this technique. This method of piecing together different photographs to form a cohesive image challenges and transcends traditional perspectives in both photography and painting: “By fragmenting and then reassembling the visual field, Hockney’s joiners disrupt conventional viewpoints, inviting a deeper exploration into the intricacies of perception and representation.”
David Hockney’s photo collages, often referred to as “joiners,” represent a significant evolution in his artistic exploration of composition. This technique embodies a unique intersection of photography and allows for a multifaceted representation of reality. :”Hockney’s initial inspiration for the joiners came from his observation of the way we perceive the world around us—not as a single, frozen moment, but as a complex amalgamation of views, perspectives, and moments.” He was intrigued by the idea that conventional photographs could only provide a limited view of a subject and sought a more dynamic method of representing the fluidity and multiplicity of a subject. Therefore, his intent in creating these collages was to challenge the conventional limitations of photography; and he disliked the fact that traditional photography presented a singular viewpoint, capturing only a moment in time without representing the dynamism of human.
By employing multiple images taken from various angles and at different times, Hockney aimed to replicate the way humans naturally perceive their surroundings—through movement and transition. The collages allow viewers to experience a scene as if they are moving through it, engaging with the complexities of the environment.
4 Justify your choice
I really liked the style of these photos and the intent of capturing fluidity of human nature from different perspectives and time. The photos appear to look good in their appearance in an interesting composition and is a new technique I haven’t really seen before. In my photograph, I will mimic the style by taking pictures from different time and movements and piece them together using PS in a collage style. By doing this, it creatively represents my chosen subject of humanity’s complexity by depicting different facial expression and photos taken from different times.
5.Include 4 of their images that inspire. Use visual language to describe similarities in the images (No need to critique at this stage)
These four pictures are all David Hockney’s collage style of artwork, they are all several different pictures depicting different emotions and time fragmented, them reassembled back together to present a sense of fluidity and complexity.
Photographic Attributes:
The lighting is likely to be soft yet defined, creating gentle shadows that add depth to the features. The light accentuates certain areas of the face while leaving others in shadow, drawing attention to the nuances of expression, such as the contours of the mouth and eyes. This interplay of light and shadow enhances the emotional weight of the image.
The areas in focus include the central features of the face, particularly the eyes and mouth, which are critical to conveying emotion. The clarity in these regions contrasts with the softer, blurred edges of the surrounding fragments, emphasizing the intensity of expression.
The photograph evokes a sense of introspection and complexity. The fragmented faces and varied expressions suggest a range of emotions, from contemplation to anxiety
The photographer’s choices are intended to provoke thought and evoke a deeper understanding of identity and emotion. By using fragmentation, the photographer aims to illustrate that individuals are not defined by a single expression or moment; rather, they encompass a range of feelings and experiences.
As the photographer, my intent in creating this triptych was to capture the abstract, sculptural qualities of industrial architecture and infrastructure. I wanted to make the viewer appreciate the inherent visual beauty and design within these functional structures. I believe this triptych has been successful in achieving the statement of intent. The use of black-and-white imagery, the framing and composition, and the emphasis on patterns and forms all work together to draw the viewer’s attention to the abstraction of these industrial buildings. In terms of success criteria, I feel I’ve effectively highlighted the shapes, textures, and interplay of light and shadow that give these structures their abstract quality. The presentation of these images in a triptych format was a deliberate choice, inspired by the work of photographers like Albert Renger-Patzsch, who often documented industrial architecture. This allows the viewer to make visual connections and comparisons between the individual compositions, further emphasizing the aesthetic relationships. On a personal level, I’m drawn to finding beauty in the overlooked and the ordinary. These industrial structures, often dismissed as purely functional, hold a fascination for me. By capturing them in this way, I hope to encourage the viewer to shift their perspective and consider the innate artistry inherent in design. Ultimately, I want the viewer to engage with these images, to see the ordinary world around them extraordinarily. If I had more time, it would be interesting to experiment with incorporating human activity into the pictures, further contextualizing these abstract forms and structures. Overall, I’m pleased with the outcome of this triptych and believe it successfully explores the theme of finding beauty in the infrastructures.
Part 1:
The grandeur architectures
The message of my photo will be to appreciate and preserve architecture. The unique beauty of architecture can be seen in the most ordinary places. I want the audience to admire the beauty of their surfaces and their repetitive shapes. I also want viewers to feel startled and impressed by the towering building’s grandeur. For inspiration I will try to find a photographer who explores mechanical objects and buildings; finding the beauty within the ordinary. I want to find photographs that explore tones with sharp focus. In my opinion, we have to respect and appreciate the buildings that surround us. Architecture can be grandeur and impress us.
Part 2:
Artist: Albert Renger-Patzsch
Albert Renger-Patzsch emphasizes clarity, precision, and a sharp focus on the object itself. His art could be considered abstract in several ways as it deeply inspires me and could be a sense of guide for my 798 photos. Firstly, Patzsch often captured everyday objects, emphasizing their shapes, lines, and textures. This focus shapes the main idea away from context, leading to a more abstract interpretation of the shapes and lines of the subject. Secondly, his balance of light and shadow creates dramatic contrasts that can enhance the abstractness of his pictures, making them appear more sculptural and less similar to their everyday meanings. Thirdly, his compositions often isolate objects, removing them from their surroundings. This isolation can create a sense of abstraction, while it also creates a sharp contrast. Furthermore, the tone of his picture demonstrates an objective style that often maintains an emotional detachment, allowing the viewer to view with the image on a more literal level rather than an emotional one.
What I like about this style is the sharp focus in the subject and the emphasize on lines and textures. It gives the photo a sense of technical and mechanical tone. The sharp contrast and the use of black and white colors also makes the photo more emotionally detached and interesting.
“Technique does not need to be interpreted. It interprets itself. You have to choose the right objects and focus on them precisely and they will tell you their own stories.” – Albert Renger-Patzsch 
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Contact sheet (All photos):
Part 6
Contact sheet (Yellow):
The reason why I chose these photos are because they fit my statement of intent and is focusing on mechanical architectures, while some of my other photos may be mistakenly taken for turns out to be overly exposed or not focused enough. According to the characteristics of my artist’s style, my photos should be sharply in focused and should emphasize on shapes, lines, and repetition. These photos are all the ones that follow the foundation characteristics of my artist.
Contact sheet (green):
These photos I choose out of my yellows ones are following the style of my artist and is sharply in focused and looks good. They also give a sense of emotional detachment with mostly cool colors. one of the main difference I see in my green photos and yellow photos are the some of the yellow photos may be two plain without much emphasize on the subject, while the green photos contain aspects of repetition of lines.
Contact sheet (red):
The reason I chose these four pictures out of my green photos are because they strongly align with the characteristics of Albert Renger-Patzsch. They are sharply in focus, they all have a obvious contrast between the subject and background, they all have an emphasize on lines and shapes. Lastly, they also all have a interesting pattern and repetition.
Part 7:
“I would rather die on my feet than live on my knees.” – Emiliano Zapata
The Mexican Revolution is not as well-known as some other atrocious, large-scale, or influential revolutions; however, this revolution demonstrates the evil of human nature’s avarice for power and the endeavor of poor peasants for justice to the fullest extent. When a revolution has revolutionaries with peasants, workers, women, and children, it is no longer only a competition for power, but also a defense for rights. This Common Craft video highlights the major events and turning points of the Mexican Revolution. Ruled by three centuries of dictatorship, the originating moment of this revolution was when the lower-class citizens finally realized that they were unsatisfied with their lack of rights, their president for confiscating land for no reason, and violent forces that manipulated them. Rulers who gained power upon their promises to the revolutionaries betrayed them, which is the main reason the Mexican Revolution lasted for a significant period of 10 years. Ruthless battles were fought, denouncing plans were written, and immense rebellions against a common enemy were rebelled. It is certain, that without the Mexican Revolution, Mexico could not become the Mexico it is today. Some argue about the revolution’s significance, but that is yours to determine. Now it’s your turn, watch the video below to see if you think the Mexican Revolution was a success or failure.
My biggest challenge when making the cardboard game was the space where the ball was suppose to roll out, i made the tunnel too small so i had to open the game and remake the tunnel. Which was difficult because i didn’t have the measurement.
If I did this again, I would probably change the game because our we had the same game as a lot of people and our game idea was not really innovation.
Overall, I think this product was successful because our game worked out good and the fourth graders like our game a lot.
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