The role of any rule of composition is to draw the eye into a photograph. Framing refers to using elements of a scene to create a frame within your frame. Aside from directing attention, the use of framing gives a photo context. Foreground elements around your subject, for example, add to the story told by your image. The frame can act as a boundary between the painting and the background surface, it helps focus the attention of the viewer on the paintings. Some might argue that the frame adds a level of value to the painting: it finishes it off. Framing can make an image more aesthetically pleasing and keep the viewer’s focus on the framed object. It can add depth to an image, and can add interest to the picture when the frame is thematically related to the object being framed.
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1. Discuss how does Dawoud Bey approach the idea of using photography as a way of finding his voice. Describe one of his projects and the impact he sought to create with that project.
Bey approaches the idea of using photography as a way of finding his voice by taking pictures that convey a deep complex of humanity. For example, in one of his projects he’s trying to imagine fugitive slaves moving through this landscape undercover through his eyes. In his picture he shows what’s not there and what the project is about. Making the invisible, visible.
- Discuss how Carrie Mae Weems uses photography to find her voice. Describe the kitchen table project and the impact that she sought to create with the project.
Carrie Mae Weems uses photography to have a voice for all women. The kitchen table project and the impact was to show the battle around the family, the battle around monogamy and the battle around polygamy.
- How can you find your own voice ?
Finding your own voice can be tricky. I believe sometimes you have to go through challenging things in order to find your voice. You might disagree with what others are saying and therefore you speak up and you are using your voice. Finding your voice you can either be happy or you go through hardships. It’s always different for everyone.
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