From Mandy(2018) film
Photo from imdb.com
Theme:Shadow
Description: The lighting on the subjects is mostly coming from behind them. It is because of this way that the lighting was set up the viewer can get a good idea of the character’s motivations and moral code. Accentuating the red from the taillights causes an association with anger and passion while the shadows give them an ominous, threatening look. The headlights can be viewed as their fiery glances that pierce through the night fog.
1: Source: A photo that was taken of me this summer July 16, 2018 at Madison Square Garden
2: Theme: Shadows
3: Description: The shadows play a huge part in why this photo fits this theme so perfectly. This was taken while attending a Foo Fighters concert over the summer. Luckily it was at the greatest arena in the country and the shadow blocks me from the photo allowing the audience who is viewing the photo to observe the amazing view of the arena behind me. The shadow of the balcony over me casts and overcast over my body allowing the view in the back to be visible and the main viewpoint of the photo.
July 2016, A lake a few towns over from my house, taken by myself
Theme: Sunrise/Sunset
The fading sun behind the trees draws your attention straight towards it, as the contrast between the two is the most prominent within the picture as a whole. The light itself seems almost like a vortex, as it seems as though the clouds are gravitating towards the light, like they are drawn into it.
Date/Time/Location- 1.30.19/7:30 A.M./My bedroom
Objective- My entire bedroom was dark. Not a single source of light was visible except for a few thin rays of sunlight that extended through small openings in the curtains covering my window.
Subjective- The pitch black aura surrounding me seemed to keep the tired feeling of the night in the forefront of my mind until the rays of light appeared through the window. These rays energized me and filled me with hope and excitement for what this new day had to offer. The way that only a few thin rays were able to reveal themselves through the curtains led me to believe that while it would be nice to remain sedentary within this night time world, there was a brand new day unfolding before me that absolutely could not be taken for granted. There was an unknowing of what to expect and it brought to mind the idea of unwrapping a present as the full extent of the gift will never be revealed if one does not take the initiative to peel back the wrapping paper. These beams of light were a mere preview to what the bright new day had to offer.
Source- I took this photo on my iPhone 5 in August of 2014 while riding the Staten Island ferry.
Theme- Sunset/Sunrise
Description-While the sun is not directly pictured here, its presence remains constant and undeniable. As the sun begins to set, the warm hues it emits highlight the scattered clouds in the distance surrounding the Statue of Liberty. The Statue itself is kept in shadow and the surrounding greenery as well as some of the more distant landmarks become enveloped in darkness as the sun continues to proceed towards its rest. As the sun vanishes from the world, the energy of the day gradually drains away with it. The warm sky contrasting with the dimly lit landmarks brings forth a sense of peace and tranquility as it provides a much welcomed signal of the end of a long day.
1: January 30, 2019 at around 11:40am in my car
2: Objective description: In my car, I was just sitting and listing to music when I turned my head and was blinded by the light. I pulled my mirror down to look at the light reflecting off of my hair and I just noticed my eyes. At first I noticed the bags under my eyes from the lack of sleep, and then realized they looked like glass.
3: Subjective description: As I was paying attention to the light reflecting off of my person. It made me take the time to observe myself and the tiny details that I don’t pay attention to on a daily basis. It gave me a warm feeling of confidence and appreciation. Reminding myself that everything happens for a reason and I should be grateful to be where I am. It was a very comforting and humbling moment that allowed me to take a deep breath and enjoy the moment.
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