FULL:

Yellow:

Analysis: I’ve selected these 20 photos for my yellow set because I feel like these are the shots that are able to be called “photographs”, as some of my other shots include inaccurate zoomings, weird angles, and some doesn’t include any backgrounds resulting them to be not able to be defined as “street”, instead maybe only “portraits”.

 

Green:

 

Analysis: The transition between yellow to green is powered by reasons such as more logical angles, more visible and detailed facial expressions, and more inclusion in backgrounds. Those were able to fit my intent as I was intending to show the people within my works and how they respond to the background and a larger theme.

 

Red:

Analysis: I eventually chose these to be with red marks because they demonstrate Bruce Gilden’s style, which is close-up and emotional. What was most striking were the sharp angles and facial details. Next time, I’ll improve framing and try using flash to bring more contrast and intensity to the shots, aiming for even bolder, naturalistic portraits. Also, maybe I should be braver and pop up to more random people on the street.

ONE PHOTO EVALUATION:
The bottom left image captures a street-style portrait with a direct flash look and tight framing recalling of Bruce Gilden’s work. A sense of freedom, curiosity, and authenticity can be seen by the subject’s expression and slightly opened lips. The photo locates in a particular urban setting due to the angle and the modern architectural background, which also provide visual interest and context. However, the image could be improved by bringing the subject even closer to the lens to emphasize facial texture and detail, a signature trait in Gilden’s portraits. Experimenting with flash and even getting closer in next shots could increase the raw impact and increase the action and feeling it wants to convey.