1. PHOTO ANALYSIS/ Disciplines
exploring:
LIGHT + FOCUS + DEPTH OF FIELD + COMPOSITION + SPACE + RULE OF THIRDS + Symmetry + LINE + SHAPE + COLOUR + TEXTURE + MISE-EN-SCENE+ JuxtapositioN

2. light:
Light IS a very powerful and emotive discipline within Photography. With a defined vision and the correct approach, it can instantly convey a mood or atmosphere to the viewer, within a text piece. ‘Directional’ lighting focus on selection within a frame, ‘low-key’ lighting connotes a darker feel, and ‘high-key’ lighting signifies purity.

3. FOCUS/D’OF FIELD:
FOCUS/DEPTH OF FIELD refers to the controlled portion of a scene that appears sharp. a narrow depth of field allows a small area in focus. sometimes the focus will be sharpest elsewhere in order to direct the audience to another part of the image. You can achieve a narrow depth of field by using a small f stop on an DSLR camera on a manual setting.

4. composition:
Composition is the placement or organisation of visual elements. The term composition means 'putting something together‘. Any medium is arranged using conscious thought with elements included or excluded, and how you frame them, achieving different results. The structure of art is the organisation of basic forms.

5. space:
Space (the absence of form) is a visual element Described as being either positive (the space contained within the boundary of an object) or negative (the background space in and around an object). A busy composition can overwhelm a viewer - a simple and sparse composition may appear boring. integration of space is fundamental.

6. Rule of thirds:
The rule of thirds is a compositional ‘rule of thumb' in art that states an image can be divided into nine equal parts by two equally-spaced horizontal lines and two equally-spaced vertical lines. The four intersection points formed can be used to align features in the image. Proponents of this technique claim that aligning art with these points creates more, tension and energy than simply centering the feature.

7. SYMMETRY:
SYMMETRICAL: Sometimes an image will be composed so that it is symmetrical either horizontally or vertically. These images often connote a sense of organisation, order or control. ASYMMETRICAL: Sometimes an image will be composed so that it is not symmetrical either horizontally or vertically. These images often connote a sense of imbalance.

8. line:
Lines are a visual element that can direct a viewer’s gaze and create a visual path. These can direct attention to a focal point and create depth through perspective or horizon lines. Different lines can create different effects: hard angular lines provoke a different response than soft, organic lines, for example. Repetition of lines can create a sense of movement or rhythm.

9. SHAPE:
Shape is an element created by the junction of lines or changes in tone. Shapes can be symbolic, represent complex forms, and carry meaning. Larger shapes can become dominant focal points. rigorously ordered shapes create different moods to irregular shapes. Shapes create borders/frames and boundaries that connect, overlap or intersect, helping to draw viewers from foreground to background.

10. colour:
Colour (or hue) is a visual element that is often discussed in combination with tone (how light or dark a colour appears). Colour can affect the mood due to colour connotations. Tone can help to communicate a sense of distance. Both tone and colour help to create focal areas or harmonious areas. Use of light and shadow or warm and cool is very powerful.

11. texture:
Texture can be real (the result of brush strokes, irregularities in materials, and the application of a range of materials) or implied…i.e. a surface that is made to look textured. texture should be integrated so that it balances and becomes an aesthetically pleasing addition to art. Surface qualities – along with other detailed areas and intricate patterns, can all be texture.

12. MISE-EN-SCENE:
a term originated in the theatre meaning ‘everything in the scene’. PropS: any object held or used in furthering the photo shoot. Costume: If an item is worn it is a costume, even everyday clothing. Setting: the LOCATION & ENVIRONMENT where the piece takes place. Lighting: Complex as it affects the whole atmosphere of a scene. NVC: communicating without noise - Body language/Facial expressions

13. juxtaposition:
Juxtaposition refers to the placing of two contrasting elements together in one composition. In art, this is usually constructed with the intention of bringing out a specific quality, creating an effect, or conveying a certain political, social, or cultural message.