HW #2- Scan-o-gram

I did two scan-o-gram images. I began first by experimenting with some dried flowers (thank you Andy), rearranging them and incorporating my hands. I like the simplicity of the first scan-o-gram, the flowers look rather elegant on the black background.

This series of scanned photos was arranged to appear like a window, my hands picking through the flowers. This set of photos kind of juxtaposes the idea of looking out a window to a field of flowers, perfect for picking and putting on the kitchen table.


Something odd happened when I re-saved my second set of scan-o-gram images(seen above). Upon saving the file from PSD to JPEG, the computer gave the image a negative effect. I saved again and the image still came out rather odd looking. I still have no idea how the image managed to transform like that, but I think the outcome is rather interesting! It looks like an xray of my lunch box.

For the layout of this second series of scan-o-gram photos, I kept the "window" effect, but this time the images together as a whole can be interpreted entirely differently. I love the "x-ray" outcome and think of the x-ray imaging screens in airport security. Each photo shows a portion of my sandwich being eaten, giving a very subtle story line. Standing and waiting in long security lines at the airport can definitely make someone hungry ;)

HW #6- Seven Deadly Sins

Pride

Sloth

Lust

Gluttony

Envy

Avarice/Greed

Temper

HW #3- Self Portrait

Field Trip Contact Sheet

Photomontage

Color Photomontage "Twice the Bite"

B&W Photomontage "What?"

During the critique for both these image prints, I left the visual and emotional interpretation open to the viewer. I made these images to reflect my own personal being and understanding, however, when displaying these images to new viewers who would not normally understand the artists analysis, I believe the image changes in the viewers mind to subtly reflect their own ideas in the images they see. I loved hearing everyone's thoughts during the critique and how their interpretations of the photomontages were different from my own. The relationship between artist, image, and viewer is what makes art so unique.

Curves

I was still unhappy with the Reflections photo, so I shopped it again and messed around with the Curves adjustment.

Here is the new Reflections photo, the reflections on the floor are much brighter and noticeable.

Messing with Settings

Reflections

Blind Panels

Window Frame