what i did: i redid the photo box previously shown. I used new photo transfers, added layers of the image printed on transparency sheets, and added a layer of blue gel. the effect was much closer to what i am looking to achieve. i also made another, larger photo box using red light instead of gels in order to purposely have uneven colored light.
What i discovered: I got a lot of important, thoughtful feedback in my small group yesterday. It is difficult for me to cut pliwood well and i am not happy with the texture. my group agreed and suggested that i use masonite and get help with the cutting. we had a good conversation about making some decisions so that the little time remaining can be focused on less variables. i agree that its time to get practical about what is obtainable and how to maximize success with little time. feedback confirmed for me that my photo technique is working which makes me happy since i spent over a month figuring it out!
what's next: its time to find the right materials for the boxes, and come up with a system to mass produce them well so that i can focus my brainpower on the content of the photos, how many are in a group, how they are arranged and lit. in the immediate future i will be doing photo transfers to bring in and get feedback on and getting new materials for boxes. I've decided to make each image have its own small box and then group the boxes together afterwards. this way if i decide to redo or eliminate one photo, i don't have to completely redo all my work. it will open up more ability for unique groupings and wall arrangements.
yesterday i did not have my camera with me so later today i am going to photograph the 2 boxes i showed yesterday so i can post them on here.
Ferns Spores
1 year ago
Hey Lauren,
ReplyDeleteGlad you found the crit helpful -- that was my sense too.
I would say the most important thing for Thursday is to bring a range of images on which we can give you feedback on how they read with each other. Images that you find compelling and meaningful (even if you can't articulate quite why.)
The materials and structure for the single boxes are important too of course. But don't let that swallow up all your energy you in these few days.
If you feel confident and excited about how the images themselves are reading together, that will give you energy toward the production elements.
Look forward to Thursday--
Stephanie