Viewpoint

Before mid 19th century, art was representational and formal. When photography was invented, this wasn't the case. Photographers were more creative and experimental with viewpoint; different camera heights, angles and more daring crops. This was easier to do for photographers as photography is much more mobile than painting, however, painters were influenced by this and began to paint more spontaneously.

 

 

Richard set us the task of going out and taking some snaps that considered viewpoint and how it can change the feel and meaning of an image. This is one of the images i took. I had to lie on the ground to capture it from this angle!

 

 

This image has a total different affect than it would if i was to take it from a different angle e.g. from above or head on. Because of the viewpoint, this image is alot more dramatic and it gives a sense of power! A powerful letterbox!!!