Chapter 3 - The Art of Photojournalism
Image 1
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Image Source: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/11/16/502301891/bellevue-hospital-pioneered-care-for-presidents-and-paupers
Year Created: 1876
Obvious main subject, about ¼ to 2/3 of image area.
The subject is quite large and takes up almost the entire photo. The edges of the photos are crowded with medical professionals and nurses. If certain aspects were left out, you might not be able to understand that there is a blood transfusion happening in a hospital room.
The texture of this photo is rough and grainy. This can be due to the difference in photographic technology. The texture shows how old and dated the photo is. The grainy texture provoked feelings of nostalgia.
In or out of focus
The photo is out of focus. You generally visualize the entire picture, but it is not clear and concise. The scenario being photographed is too large to focus on one aspect, which makes this photo lack fine details. The image gives a softer effect.
Why did I choose the image?
Why did I choose the image?
As an aspiring nurse, I chose this image because it is amazing to see how much nursing has changed. Many details such as the attire of the nurses and the room set-up differ from the modern era. It truly captures the history of the career and shows immense progress in the field.
Image 2
Photo by: William M. McCarthy
Image Source: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/check-out-these-photos-early-20th-century-tourism-california-180967667/
Year Created: 1915
Subject’s Expression
The couple looks overly posed and uncomfortable. The body language matches their facial expressions perfectly, the look like they do not want to take a picture. The women is in a similar stance as the man, showing little emotion.
Background compliments or detracts from composition
The background completes the picture in the sense that it shows their location is on the beach near the peer. The background also detracts from the composition because it is so large. You focus on the peer rather than just the couple. The background is out of focus but still distracting.
Is the image black & white or color?
The image is in black in white. Black and white adds more emotion to photos and is more aesthetically pleasing. It draws our eyes to the lack of color and allows us to appreciate the photo more. It creates a softer appearance. The photo was taken during a time where color photos were an option but the photographer aimed for a different appeal.
Why did I choose the image?
This photo caught my attention, because I love the ocean. Typically when you see a photo of the ocean, it is colorful. The black and white affect makes the photo more powerful, but delicate. I also thought is was unique because the couple is barely showing each other any affection.
Image 3
Photo by: Genevieve Lacombe
Image Source: https://hairofthedogblog.com/2015/08/top-ten-rule-of-thirds/
Year Created: 2015
Rule of thirds
The photographer placed the dog in the left 1/3 of the photo. This draws the attention to the left side of the photo and makes the dog the main focus. This image is well-balanced and smoothly transitions from the dog to the background.
KEEP IT SIMPLE
The composition is spacious and airy. The simple background allows us to focus more on the dog and less on the sand or sky. There is no distracting background that may deter your attention from the subject.
Quality of Light
The lighting is a bit dull and gloomy. It has subtle colors, but I think that it makes the dog look more strong and powerful. The amber colored dog provides a great contrast to the grays and tans in the background.
Why did I choose the image?
Why did I choose the image?
I chose this image because I have had Boxer dogs for my entire life. Rather than depicting how cute these dogs are, the photo captured strength and pride. It accentuates the muscular build of these dogs. If the lighting was brighter, the dog would look sweeter and more approachable.
Image 4
Photo by: Ashelly Megit
Image Source: fullsizeoutput_1a5b.jpeg
Year Created: 2019
Is the image black & white or color?
The image is black and white. I chose to edit it in black and white because Pitbulls are viewed as mean dogs and the black and white makes the photo softer. I had the option to keep it in color. I wanted to make my dog look as sweet and more emotional.
The main subject takes up the majority of the photo. The dog is clearly the main subject, there is not enough background distract you from the focus. I intentionally photographed him on the fuzzy blanket, to create a sense of innocence.
The subject appears relaxed like he is enjoying his rest. He is laying down with his face smushed into the blanket. He also looks very attentive, like he knew that I was taking the picture.
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