1. A snapshot of all your pictures from the day

 

 

 

2. 3X3 of the top 9 pictures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Top 3 pictures

 

 

 

The first photograph is my top 1 photograph of the trip. The perfect symmetry of the lining stores really increases the completeness of the photograph. As Sally Davies influenced me to take photo’s that captures the symmetrical elements, or the geometrical elements, I believe that this photo made my statement of intent to become true. Additionally, the various colors of bright red, yellow, green, and white catches the viewers eyes, which can be related to the rich Chinese culture. The top part of the photograph that shows the redness of the lanterns also represents the Chinese culture blended with daily moments, also creating a rhythmic sense of flow and guides the viewers through the space of inviting light.  The man eating the food at the right side increases curiosity of what the man is eating. The usage of light in the photograph that focuses on the man is also an aspect that makes the photograph more complete and natural.

The second photograph is what I would say as my top 2 photograph. I really like how the two stores create a sense of symmetry with the geometric shape of the rectangular store. The photograph captures the interaction between the people and the food, relating to daily life moments as well. Also, the natural sunlight facing the stores gives the warm and calming atmosphere with its colors, including brown, yellow, and light grey on the bottom. As my statement of intent included information about the mixture of daily life in China and the food culture with the sense of symmetry, I feel like this photograph greatly captured the natural moment of two ladies getting ready for the foods, making the photograph more engaging and interesting.

The third photograph is my top 3. The storefront deeply represents the street Chinese culture with its real Chinese characters, the natural light, and real -life actions with the people around the store. The store owner, customers, and the stream all together creates a short story of the daily life in China, as the street food not just only represents a simple meal, but as something that connects individuals together. Moreover, the photo’s composition centers on a lively street-food movement by capturing the pots and bowls, increasing the visual texture of the steam. Also, the store owners, or the cooks, movement increases the interest and depth of the interaction between the vendor and diners. As my statement of intent included information about the street storefronts with the mixture of food, I feel like this photograph worked as how I wanted it to turn out.