Project 1; Expressive "still life"

Create a group of expressive still life images around a common theme or object(s). Spend ample time researching how other photographers have approached something similar—in particular study their use of arrangement and lighting. Find, fabricate and arrange subject matter with a supportive background and smart lighting design to complete your visual idea. The human form (or parts thereof) can be used as an "object", but the images should not read as portraits.

The work will be evaluated on the following:

• Overall sophistication—do study the work of other artists. 
• Original, creative or unusual subject matter
• Arrangement and background supports subject matter and/or visual idea
• Lighting design should be created to support subject matter and make a strong visual statement. It should exercise skills covered thus far in class. 
• Image design and composition. Pay attention to tone, color, arrangement
• Technical skills; exposure, focus, motion control, depth of field, etc.

Turn in:

• 5 images, for each:
• Jpegs
• Layered PSD Files
• Quality prints
• 1 page summary of the artists/photographers that directly influenced the project. In particular, speak to lighting and arrangement stylistic choices. 

Due Dates:

February 15, preliminary critique

February 22, final critique