A Work of Art
We may be drawn to photograph other’s works of art, and there is a time for being true to the original artist’s work when photographing it. However if the photographer is to create an image that goes beyond recording someone easels art form we must find a personal way of expressing our feelings about the subject.
This bronze oriental statue has wonderful potential. I like the glow of the backdrop and the cross light that brings out the texture on the surface of the sculpture. This would make a nice catalog photo displaying the quality of the original work of art.
The photographer probably did not have much control over the lighting or the setup of the subject. This limits how it can be creatively interpreted. But if the image is to reflect the photographer’s insight it needs to be captured in a way that the casual viewer would not envision. A new angle, different lighting, graphic detail are all ways to see a work of art in a new way.
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