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Edward Weston Analysis

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Edward Weston another US photographer born March 24 1886 was one of the artist that took his work to the next level. Modernism was all about the emotional experience, no rules would count for lighting and composition. This would be a great escape from the reflex replica of painting ways. He believed that the point of view would change when the camera is moved. Teacher would never be able to tell an artist what type of work to photograph, they had to find their own style. Discipline and techniques made the work interesting. Edward decided to work in his studio with reflection lighting. Bending light that enters a medium, this meant that when light processed through a medium, and it slows down, light will then bend from its normal form. The medium that Edward wanted to work with was mainly natural forms, fruit, shells, all twisted shapes which is the basic element of color, forms and geometry. He wanted people to visualize and read into his work and make a comparison with the human body. He experimented with modern art and eventually made direct prints form his negatives.…show more content…
Steiglitz and Strand was a great influence on each other work. There work moved towards sharp-focused and abstraction. He wanted to capture the moment, thoughts and looks. The “Blind woman” 1916 photograph was captured for the delight facial expression of this women. The photo of the blind women’s face brings the message around of a strong motivated lady even if things and times are difficult. Sensitivity toward his work was important. The blind sign and the metal pin on ladies chest gave her permission to humble. His work was all about natural every day elements. A series of portrait photographs of the working class, poor and older frail people was done. The photo of the blind women’s face brings the message around of a strong motivated lady even if things and times are difficult. Sensitivity toward his work is also to
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