Masters of Photography Reflection

1. My Masters of Photography project of Andre Kertesz represents me as a student because it reveals that I am still learning. The photos I have taken for the Masters of Photography project show what I am learning from studying a photographer. From this project, I have learned about shapes, angles, and shadows, and how they are integral parts of photography. This project also reveals that I still have much to learn because if I gained a few new perspectives from one photographer, there are many more new perspectives I can gain from other renowned photographers, such as those from the International Photography Hall of Fame. The main idea that stems from this project is how I am trying to incorporate the theme I have gained from beginning of this school year, simplicity. My first rule of composition and blog post was about simplicity. If I am able to involve one of my first lessons in photography to a current project, I believe I am a willing student of the vast world of photography.
2. My understanding of photography has evolved significantly throughout the year. From the Masters of Photography project, I was able to study a specific photographer and his/her methods for obtaining a photo. From my photographer, Andre Kertesz, I realized how important camera angles are to the photo. Different angles of the same subject reveal entirely different pictures because of shadows. Shadows help enhance the photo while keeping the photo simple as well. Camera angles have allowed me to add a new technique and feature to my photography but keep the primary theme of my photography simple.
3. Working in a group has many advantages. Group work allows for better communication skills. If I want a member to be part of my photo, I must be able to speak with them in order to capture the photo that I want. Communication is also important because it has taught me to connect with others. Connection is paramount when taking photos of others. Group work allows me to learn lessons about photography who are amateurs, just like me. Certain aspects of photography that are not realized by me may be acquired by my fellow group members. This helps me build up my perspective of photography while helping others build up theirs as well.
4. Group work has disadvantages as well. People work at different paces. Therefore, there are certain occasions when members of group find their inspiration for a photo while others have not.
5. I would try to incorporate more of the photography lessons I have learned from this year, such as depth of field. I would also try to use a higher quality camera in order to produce higher quality pictures. To enhance my project, I would study more of Andre Kertesz's photos in order to find more inspiration and lessons that would increase my photography ability.
6. Photography is a life journey. There is still much to learn.