Lighting and Mood
- Rachael Becker
- Feb 22, 2017
- 2 min read
Yousuf Karsh
1908 – 2002
The light in these photo makes a huge impact. The first one is more soft and delicate. It's also the brightest of the three images. The middle photo has much harsher shadows which match the stern look. The last one of JFK is a great photo. He is facing the light so to him it is front lighting but to the camera it becomes side light which add the highlights around his face. Yousufs goal was obviously to take a great portrait but the lighting in these photos really does make all the difference.
Nick Brandt
1964-current
Nick Brandt photographed the African landscapes and approaches his project like a fine artist. After photographing enough animals, he blew up those pictures and would stand them up somewhere like this elephant and then re-photograph the picture in a new location. I particularly liked this photo because it looks as if the elephant is stepping out of the frame and into the city. It also has a ton of meaning behind it. He uses natural light but takes the photo at the right time of day for what he wants. I love the sun peeking through the clouds with the field of giraffe. I also really enjoy the spot of sun on the lion’s face. It really makes him look majestic.
Richard Avedon
1923-2004
I’m not sure if we talked about him in class or not but he has some fun photos for sure. Lots of perfect moments that would have completely ruined the picture if it was taken just a second before or after. As a fashion photographer lighting is important, and Avedon really knows what he is doing. All his photos are beautiful too look at and seem flawless.
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