The first image was initially captured to correspond with the ‘Found Object’ brief. However, I decided to develop this image through the use of appropriation. I felt that by experimenting with the background of the image, a completely different meaning is portrayed overall. Additionally, I felt that the use of black and white appears very effective because it creates a mood within the picture, it also allows two images which wouldn’t ordinarily be associated with each other, to develop a connection – which in my opinion, allows the two images “fit” together. The contrast between black and white and colour is also significant because it highlights the importance of the coloured object, giving it more purpose and definition.

Mari Mahr

My attempt at appropriation is very similar to the work of Mari Mahr in the sense that the style of the image, the arrangement and selection of the background and the placement of the subject in the foreground are all relatable. I feel that Mahr’s work has further meaning to it as it is a selection of images which make up the title ‘Dreamer’s Birthday’.

Please also see the Gallery page for additional photographs that I have taken.

References

Hume, H. D. (2010). The art teacher’s book of lists, grades K-12. United States: John Wiley & Sons.
http://www.atgetphotography.com/The-Photographers/Elliott-Erwitt.html
http://marimahr.com

http://markpower.co.uk

https://500px.com/photo/91481013/-by-brian-ingram?ctx_page=1&from=user&user_id=101527

These are photos that were taken from the streets of Lincoln. These images were inspired by everyday signals, such as road signs, traffic lights and directions. In some of these photos, I tried to experiment with the depth of the field by concentrating on focusing the lens; as you can see, the images in the foreground are in better focus than those in the background – I think this is effective because it can emphasise the importance of the highlighted image.