The photograph demonstrates a refined use of camera technique in elevating an ordinary asphalt surface to a reflective visual field. Shot from a low, downward angle, the image captures the puddle like a mirror that shows a man, the trees, and the sky above. The photographer probably crouched very close to the ground to control the reflection precisely, using a small aperture to retain sharp focus between both the texture of the asphalt and the reflected details. The framing follows the rule of thirds, with the puddle dominating the composition without losing spatial balance. A standard or slightly wide-angle lens enhances the sense of depth, while soft, natural lighting brings out the subtle tonal contrast between the grey pavement and the blue sky. The result is a clean, balanced image that highlights how composition and technical precision can elevate an everyday scene into something poetic.

The photograph gives the impression of quiet contemplation. The key feature is in the puddle’s reflection as an intentional focus through which the photographer transforms a simple asphalt surface into a poetic mirror of reality. Through this, there is a sense of depth induced in the viewer to see beyond the ordinary. The immediate effect this image has on me is the realization that perspective defines beauty, that sometimes, all it takes is what we choose to focus on to completely change what we see. It reminds me of how everyday life can become extraordinary when seen from a new point of view. I would call this photograph “A reversed perspective on the world” because it captures not just a mirrored image, but another view.

In the photograph, a man is moving boxes from a motorcycle. The photograph is in color, with bright primary tones that make every element in the photo stand out. The light reveals the man and what is around him, while the area behind him is in shadow. This shows a great contrast between light and dark. Due to the positioning of the subject at the center, the composition appears organized. The photo is taken straight on using a telephoto lens with a tight crop so that the frame is full of the subject. Additionally, the focus lies on the central figure, and the aperture is adjusted one stop brighter than the metered value to make the colors more vivid. Thus, more attention is drawn to the subject.

The photograph gives the impression of a realistic yet hopeful moment in capturing the beauty within everyday labor. The attitude and focus of the photograph lie in its use of various vivid colors,  the most important feature that makes each element stand out. Besides, the strong contrast between light and shadow emphasizes such colors and draws a viewer’s attention to the man moving boxes from the motorcycle, which is the main subject of the image. The photographer gives a sense of balance and stillness through the symmetrical central composition and tightly cropped frame. There is a suggestion of the man’s diligence and persistence. I would call this photograph “The Color of Labor” because I wanted to express the hardship of work through a hopeful mood.

The picture shows a middle-aged woman going down a stair leading underground. Although the photograph is in color, it is mainly grayish in muted tones, with strongly contrasting light and shadow parts on either side. The woman is standing in an area where light and shadow are divided, which makes the contrast even more striking. The composition is shot from a high angle, where the stairs have been leveled in to appear more balanced. By capturing the scene from above, the photographer effectively conveys the woman’s downward movement. Aside from the stairs and the figure, there are no identifiable background elements that can be seen in the photograph, which draws even better emphasis on the subject.

In the photograph, a feeling of calmness and serenity reaches the viewer. It is an extreme play of light and dark that captures the quiet instance of a woman walking down the stairs. The photographer portrays stillness and loneliness by using a high-angle composition that functions to place distance between the viewer and the subject. There is evidence of balance between movement and rest, as the woman appears unhurried, moving gently through the divided light. I would title this photo “What is needed in modern life”, as it catches one of those rare, peaceful pauses in a world that is ever moving.