Wednesday 13 March 2013

Fay Godwin: Photograph Analysis #1

 


In this photograph “Stob Dubh” by Fay Godwin it shows a group of small trees in the foreground with a mountain top and sky in the background. We can see the mountain clearly yet the numerous trees give a sense of mystery and wonder, as to where it leads to/what’s inside them and why they may be significant to the image. The lighting is shown at the very top of the mountain with the bright sky, showing a contrast when compared to the darker ‘lower’ area of the image. The photograph has low contrast and is quite smooth, as opposed to sharp and edged with may be seen on more contrasted images. The black and white colouring of the image creates a calm yet unstable mood with the group of trees which aren’t clear as to what they have inside or where they might lead to. The relationship with the foreground and background is a dual contrast two almost opposite moods and appearances.

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