Sunday, October 31, 2010

Aesthetics In Media

Describe some common aesthetic aspects of “news”-related photographs. 
Some of the most common aesthetic aspects of 'new's related photos would be being in black and white, playing with composition of the picture to give it emotion, and being more literal than abstract.

Describe some common aesthetic aspects of “snapshots”.
Some aesthetic aspects of 'snapshots' would be the candid aura, the true sentiments in the photos, and the capture of something in its real state.

Describe some common aesthetic aspects of advertisement photographs. Fashion photography? Product photography?
In advertisement, there is usually a glossiness that emphasizes what is being promoted. The actual product is also made to look better than what it really looks like. In fashion photography, the retouches beautify the models. The model poses in a way to emphasize the clothing. Colors and trends are placed perfectly to bring out a want to purchase. In product photography, products are shot in a way that gives favor to the object.

Describe some common aesthetic aspects of film or movie stills.
Movie stills are shot to show an exciting part of the movie that makes everyone want to see it. It also shows the popular actors that are going to be in it.

Describe some common aesthetic aspects of yearbook photos and/or senior picture
Yearbook photos are pictures frozen in time. It lends a nostalgia when you look back to view them.

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