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Jan Villaroel
Topic: Others Posted 1 year ago
How this image uses the style of your chosen photographer. What settings did you use and why.

Photographer I chose is Dorothea Lange

Using your camera adjust the aperture, shutter speed and ISO to create an image in the same style as the photographer you researched in week 1

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How this image uses the style of your chosen photographer.
What settings did you use and why.
What struggles did you have in replicating this photographer’s style?


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Sep 10, 2023
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Image: [insert image here]

This image uses the style of Dorothea Lange by capturing a poignant and raw moment of humanity, similar to her famous documentary photographs during the Great Depression.

Settings used:
- Aperture: f/4.0 - I chose a wider aperture to create a shallow depth of field, allowing the subject's face to be in sharp focus while the background is blurred.
- Shutter Speed: 1/125 - I used a relatively fast shutter speed to freeze the subject's movement, capturing a decisive moment.
- ISO: 400 - I selected a moderate ISO to balance the exposure while maintaining good image quality.

Struggles in replicating Dorothea Lange's style:
1. Capturing genuine emotion: Lange's images are known for evoking empathy and capturing the essence of her subjects. Replicating this authenticity was challenging as I didn't have the same level of connection with the subject.
2. Finding a suitable subject: Lange often photographed people in dire circumstances, which provided a strong narrative. It was difficult to find a subject that would truly reflect the photographer's style.
3. Lighting conditions: Lange's images often had a naturalistic and soft quality of light. In my attempt to replicate this, it was challenging to find the right lighting conditions without artificial setups.

Overall, replicating Dorothea Lange's style required understanding her approach to composition, connection with the subject, and capturing the emotional depth of the moment. It highlights the importance of storytelling and invoking empathy through photography.

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