Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Nick Almanza






















Nick Almanza
Jamie Livingston, "07/10/90"
1990, Polaroid


I chose this image for two reasons. Firstly, I was really intrigued with the concept of taking photos everyday. This project spanned the course of 18 years. Similar to most people, I was also curious to see what moment in time he captured the day I was born. This brought forth questions as to who this woman was, where she was going or where she came from. Either way, the smile on her face and the simple wave of her hand make the image warm and welcoming. Jamie also created a strong composition. Firstly, it's evident that the woman is framed within a frame, helping to guide the eye to the most important aspect of the image. The photo also has a great use of contrast between the woman, the background and foreground which helps emphasize her presence.