Everyone should bring in a photo of him / herself that was taken at least five years ago. It may include other people. We need these by Wednesday, May 16. You will be using them in class. I will keep them in a folder for you; they shall be returned.
“It is difficult to get the news from poems, yet men die miserably every day for lack of what is found there.”
― William Carlos Williams
A photo narrative is a collection of photographs
that tell a story, convey an emotion, explore a
theme or a location. They can range from purely
visual to photographs with captions,
to photographs accompanied with some
text, to fully narrative essays where photographs
are used only to illustrate the story.
Below you will find four photo essay narratives. Each
employs a series of images to tell a story. Look over the
four and select one that resonates with you. Then look
more closely at the images. See them. That means note
the setting, placement of people and objects within the
frame, use of color and shadows, as well as foreground
and background. Where was the photographer in relation
to the subject? Is this a close-up, medium shot or
establishing shot? What connects the photos? Are there
obvious narrative transitions?
As with any narrative, there is a unifying theme, but the
images are our paragraphs, providing both the
supporting evidence and analysis.
Open a word document, and take notes on what you see.
These, of course, will be subjective. Pose questions,
make observations, reflect and comment.
Your notes will be the catalyst and inspiration for your
writing.
ASSIGNMENT SPECIFICS: Please send both your
extensive notes and written response by midnight on
Monday, May 14 at the close of class TOGETHER!
Once you are quite satisfied with your notes, respond
to the following in approximately 300 words:
What is the story that __________ is telling
to the following in approximately 300 words:
What is the story that __________ is telling
in his / her photo essay __________________?
Your well-written response-sans language convention errors- along with your notes are due by midnight Monday, May 14. Your analysis component will count as a writing grade, whilst your copious notes as a class participation grade. . As this is a two-day assignment, both items should demonstrate a high-level of proficiency.
CHOICE 1
Last Suppers
What inmates ate before they were executed.
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The Inner World of a Trailer Park by David Waldorf
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Choice 4 Black Rodeo
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I choose the topic: Patriotism – positive side or complications....because I freaking love America okay!!!
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