Abstract photography can be defined as capturing images in which the subject isn’t the most interesting element. Albert Renger-Patzsch and Aaron Siskind photographed the ordinary to reveal their beauty. Uta Barth reversed the typical use of the camera, shooting out of focus and Andreas Gursky photographs the repetition of elements. During this unit, you will investigate appropriate examples of abstract photography and respond in your own way.

Initial thoughts: What do you think is meant by “Abstract photography can be defined as capturing images in which the subject isn’t the most interesting element”?

In the previous caption, it says that “subject isn’t the most interesting element” in abstract photography. I wonder where the interesting elements in abstract photography are, and what is the purpose of the subject if it is not an important part of the photograph. Additionally, based on the example photos I’ve seen in the DX, there are certain patterns and repetitions in the photos, which make them more attractive and draw my attention more to the photo.