Theorist Bentley (1997) says ‘rearranging of the old to
create the new’ To follow this theory, I
researched the work of existing rock photographers in order to get a better
understanding of the types of shots, make up and lighting expected to see in
rock images, and convert these ideas in to work of my own.
Firstly, I started to look at Mick Rock, he is a very well-known
photographer, and from researching him I can gain some inspiration.
http://www.mickrock.com
Mick Rock is a British Photographer, and he specifically
takes photos of rock starts. From the famous faces like Queen; David Bowie and
many more. Often referred to as "The Man Who Shot the Seventies”, most of
the memorable images of David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust were shot by Rock, in his
capacity as Bowie's official photographer.
Whilst looking at Mick Rock I
gained a lot of inspiration from his photography. I understand the types of
shots he has took to gain the best possible image for the photo's he has taken.
The three photos above are the best photo's I have found from his collection of
work. With these three images the images he has taken are all around the mid
range and close up shots; this gives a good view of the singer and
brings a lot of effect. Now I know that a mid rage shot is an ideal shot
for when I take my photos. In all of his pictures he highlights the artist
against the background so that they standout. In all three of the photo's I
have chosen they are all against a black background and in white, this brings
out the affect and a good quality picture.
On your photography related posts you have demonstrated proficient use of ICT technology in your research e.g. YouTube links. To improve/complete the posts you need to do the following:
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2) On your location/mise-en-scene posts do your write up concerning what you have learnt.
3) On your research into a photographer post write about the fact he works in black and white and include some of your own photographs you have taken to experiment with the techniques you have looked at.