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Blurb Pictures

I was inspired by the picture of Ruth and Edith Gowin. The two are related and show their relation in the title and the picture. I wanted to create a piece of work that gave homage to my family and the creation my parents have made.

Proposal

For my proposal I would like to create a book that commemorates my time at Oswego University. I have been a student at Suny Oswego for almost two years now and in those two years I have grown as an arist and an individual. When I came to OSwego I knew nobody, but within the first few hours after my family had dropped me off and helped me unpack I began to make friends. It was a matter of hours before I decided I wanted to join the fraternity all my roommates were in because I felt at home away from home. Oswego has given me so much and I have made so many friends and memories in this place and I want to document as many of my senior year as possible, which is why I would like to create my blurb book on the memories and times that have helped to change and mold me into the person I am today.

Twilight on the Emerald Coast
-http://www.blurb.com/books/931254
This book is titled Twilight on the Emerald Coast. The author shares his inspiration for the book stating: “Twilight on the Emerald Coast is about freedom dreaming can bring and the beauty in Gods hand painting the skies, shore and sea with brilliant colors”. This book hits close to home because just outside our windows we can see some of the most magnificent sunsets in New York State. Though Oswego weather is usually less than desirable when it is favorable conditions and the sky is clear at night we can see some of the nicest sunset skies comparable to those in the book even though the beaches and shores in the book are a little nicer.

Ressler Propane
-http://www.blurb.com/books/931363
This book is titled Ressler Propane. As you flip through the pages it shows the development of a family business that has moved through four generations. This book gives life and visual aids to the progression of the business and the growth of the family.

Red Book
-http://www.blurb.com/books/931946
This book is titled Red Book. As you turn each page the pictures have no relation to one another. The images are almost a little disturbing and are made completely open to ones interpretation. Each image is followed by a statement from the author which makes you question the true meaning of the book.

Little Big Words
-http://www.blurb.com/books/931534
The book is titled Little Big Words. The authors intention is for you to be the author. It is a baby book to document all the words and memories you share with your child. This is a great idea even though the book is kind of generic it enables the author to keep track of those memories we sometimes can lose as time marches on.
(For some reason the picture wouldn’t save the cover is of a baby smiling in a cartoon style)

The NRV588 at the Bonneville Salt Flats
-http://www.blurb.com/books/931179
The book is titled The NRV588 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The author documents his trials tribulations and effort towards his speed record at the Salt Flats. Upon his Norton we can see his progression and hard work. The book is filled with beautifully crafter still shots of the motorcycle and its rider which show the trusting relationship each has with one another because without one the other could not survive.

Blog Entry# 4

Emmet Gowin

Edith and Ruth
Danville, Virginia
1966
http://www.masters-of-photography.com/G/gowin/gowin_edith_ruth.html


Primary Subject Matter

The Primary form subject matter is the two women in the foreground. It is the main focus of the portrait as the two women stand before the camera. Though Staggered the two have a family relation with each other as they share the same last name.

Form
Shallow Depth of field
High contrast
Symmetry
Light and Value
Point of view

Interpretation
The photograph to me represents family. It shows the relationship between the two whether mother and daughter, sisters, or cousins there is a clear relationship with one another. The title of the artwork is Edith and Ruth Danville the two share a last name. We also see the two standing staggered from one another indicating familiarity and a relationship through age. I.e the oldest or youngest is in front or the back.

Blog Entry # 3

Blog Entry Number 3
Artist: Richard Avedon
Carmen coat by Cardin, Place Francois-Premier Paris, 1957
Size 45.6 x 36 cm
Link to the Photograph http://www.vam.ac.uk/vastatic/microsites/photography/magnify.php?imageid=im00015

Subject Matter: The subject of the photograph is the woman. She moves gracefully through the streets of Paris. She is wearing a rain coat and carrying an umbrella which signifies she may be running to seek shelter from the storm. Even though she may be in a hurry we see her leaping off of the sidewalk ever so serene and gracefully.

Form:
Contrast
Light and value
Motion
Point of view
Relationship of the elements within the frame

Interpretation:
The photograph represents motion and grace. The woman running through the streets seeking shelter moves ever so gracefully through Paris. The snapshot was taken at a high shutter speed and captures her just as her feet are about to reach the ground. She is in motion and will be as soon as her feet touch down. This silver gelatin piece helps to capture what Paris was during the 1970’s. The European’s are always ahead of their times in fashion, class, and style which is what this photograph represents.

The image is very high contrast then which focuses on the light and value of the piece, the lights and the darks. The image captures a woman in motion as we see the snapshot taken from a low level point of view.

A.) Blog Entry #2
B.) Photographer: Ansel Adams
C/D.) Title: Road Nevada Desert 1960
E.) Link: http://www.fotos.org/galeria/data/565/Ansel-Adams-Road-Nevada-Desert-1960.jpg

Analysis Of The Photograph
A.) The primary subject matter within the image is the silver gelatin road to which life takes us down. In the distance we see the horizon filled with mountainous obstacles. Further down the road you see a figure/ object which could be an automobile. The vehicle is driving on the left hand side of the road indicating movement toward the viewer.
B.) Form
I.) large depth of field indicating distance.
II.) The image goes right off the edge of the frame which gives a feeling of over all size.
III.) The point of view is at eye level as if the drifter who was walking down the road captured the picture.
IV.) The relation of the elements within the frame all mesh within each other and create a very realistic state to which the view is captured within.

The image represents progression. Progression of life, love and the insecurity of the future. The sky and mountains represent the obstacles and tasks that often seem to get in our way in the path we take and roads we choose. Though sometimes the road may wind as well as lead us in the wrong direction and take us places we may not always seek, there is always room for improvement and growth. The large depth of field helps to crease a vastness which is life. The vehicle in the distant background traveling down the road represents the forward progression. It is traveling on the right hand side of the road which indicates movement toward the viewer. This movement will eventually lead to a destination. I'm sure Ansel Adams can agree in life and in photography that it's not about the destination it is about the journey and the process it takes to reach the destination. Including all the obstacles that stand in your path, and overcomming those obstacles to seek the desired result.

A.) Blog entry # 1, by: Tyler Smolak
B.) Mark Strout Photography
C/D.) The Image is unfortunately untitled but if I had to name it I would call it “woman of sorrow”
E.) http://photographers.com/profile/markstout/

Analysis
A.) The primary subject matter is the woman as she is the only figure within the shot
B.) The woman is the most relevant form in regard to the photograph
I.) There is a very shallow depth of field to the photograph which could be achieved through the macro mode as you can see the photograph with crystal clear clarity
II.) The point of view from the image eye level
III.) There is a sense of high contrast within the image ad the background and the woman’s clothes are black as her bare skin seems to be glowing.
IV.) The darkness of the piece helps to create a sense of light and value. The dark background aids in the creation of an ominous past.
V.) The color of the piece might as well be black and white as those are the only colors within the piece.
Interperpretation
The primary subject matter of this photograph is the woman. She is slightly off center looking up to the sky with tears in her eyes almost as if she is searching for guidance. She seems to me that she comes from an unfortunate past and is reaching out for redemption. Her hands on her chest symbolize regret and pain almost as though she is seeking forgiveness for the hurt of another that she has caused. Her hair is blowing in the wind which could mean she is having a religious experience and receiving the guidance and strength to change the woman she has become.
We can tell by the eye level point of view and shallow depth of field help to tell the story of the woman and her search for something that is not there within her life. The light from above is shining down on her creating high contrast from the background and the subject matter.


-“I don't "take pictures". I produce powerful images that tell a story and have the emotional impact to motivate the viewer to take the desired action.”
-Mark Strout