Author Archives: RafalSkrodzki

I picked this picture because of the glare in the eye, giving it innocence and there’s  nice contrast. The face is in 3rd point perspective and the light comes from the right and front.

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LL6-Lighting Direction

I decided to pick this photograph because of contrast and negative space. I like the subtle hue of of purple and yellow and I prefer up-close photographs.

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Rafal Skrodzki exhibit review: In and Out of the Studio Photographic Portraits from West

Rafal Skrodzki Photographic Portraits from West Africa As you enter the gallery 916 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art you notice the room isn’t big yet it presents us with quite a variety of portraits from West Africa. The common … Continue reading

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LL4 Brooklyn Bridge

I picked this photograph because I like how it grabs my attention to the red even though the photograph appears to be chaotic with signs going in all directions. I really like the angle as well, it makes the photograph … Continue reading

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Scavenger Hunt

I picked this picture because it creates sense of abstraction. The contrast between the lights and dark is very strong and it adds to the drama. Also I like when a photo is shot or zoomed in from close. I think … Continue reading

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HW1

I was fascinated by Matthew Pillsbury’s work and the one that grabbed my attention the most was Main Reading Room. New York Public Library. The setting takes place in the library. Even though I know It’s people just reading in … Continue reading

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The Thing Itself

The subject that has been photographed vs the actual subject differ in many ways. Photograph captures what the photographer wants to show. Photograph can be bold, powerful, memorable and the people will convert the photograph into reality. Photograph can be … Continue reading

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