I can look at pictures for a longer period of time to read them better. If I look at the photos for longer than a glance, more ideas can flow through my head. Also, it gives more time formulate thoughts and critiques about the person's project. I can better discuss a photo through asking questions or formulating my own thoughts and keeping them to myself so I don't accidentally annoy the photographer.
To be a better reader of images I can pay attention to the photo. Before I make a comment I should really think about the photo and what the artist went through to make the photo. I can take the time to find meaning through the photo and what the author wanted to portray through the photo. A photo means a lot to the photographer and to take one lightly is to judge his life. The more we like a photo, the more time we should take into thinking about it to compliment the author.
To be a better reader of images, I can learn to see the photo from many different points of view, which will help me to appreciate the work more. If I do not understand a photographer's work, I can try to look for clues in the picture's title or caption, or I can try to learn more about the photographer. Learning about the photographer can help me to understand him, therefore I can better understand the work. I need to learn to appreciate the perspectives that other photographers have, and to see the symbolism in photos.
To be a better reader of images, I can focus on the image itself, and more ideas will come to mind for the photograph. I can also ask the photographer questions and be more curious about the image. I like to take time and formulate thoughts about the photographer's image.
To interpret the pictures better and give better criticism, I will try and understand the photograph from the photographers point of view. I will take the time to understand the point and objective the photographer was trying to achieve. I will also pay attention to detail and lighting.
I agree with Sydney because I think to interpret pictures better I need to look at the pictures from the photographer's shoes. Therefore, I could understand better the purpose of an image. I also think being more descriptive about certain parts of a photograph is better than describing the picture vaguely as a whole. All in all. more attention to details and perspectives are needed when viewing a photo.
I think what the blogger said about one-word critiques is important. Too often, even in class, we struggle with our feelings about a photo and just say "Wow" or "that's awesome". We should just say what's going on in our heads. Something like "Wow, this image really makes me think". Also, I agree with Anne Bayley and Sydney about trying to see things from the photographer's POV. I also think that it's important to think about the context of the image, especially if it's in a project, to try and determine what its about.
To be a better reader of images, I can take time to study every aspect of the photo as well as the title/ caption instead of breezing by each image. In making a comment to the artist, it seems as though they want critique although they don't want to be given suggestions of lighting or exposure. Instead of making a passing comment, one can ask the artist questions about the piece as well as a well formed compliment about what they like (lighting, positioning) instead of a vague comment to help the artist understand what they have done correctly/ to your liking.
I agree with Sydney, Anne Bayley, and Caroline. Looking at a photo from the photographers POV can help us notice what could be done to make the photo better (and to recognize what could not have been done even if it would make the photo better). It also lets us see the aspects of the photo that are stronger and how those aspects could have been achieved. It is also important to develop our thoughts when we critique a photo. Sometimes it is hard to find the right words, so we replace a thought-out comment with a word like "good." Even though it is meant as a compliment, it is a bit anticlimactic. When we come up with a statement like "that's a really cool photo," we should go further and say why the photo is really cool and what we liked about it/would have done differently.
I agree with most people that have already commented. It takes me a while to formulate what my comments/thoughts on a photo are so I find myself saying more than I want to, "I don't know. I just really like it", which is probably a bit annoying. The more time to look at a photo, the more I can let my thoughts all, for lack of a better word, marinate, and come up with a good critic.
I think that every photographer needs to understand that not everyone who critiques there photos know what they are talking about. They might not know what exposure even means. I also think that as critics we need to understand the situations in which the photographer is under. And also try to give feedback that would be helpful and show that you are interested in their work. It makes me more thoughtful for the future as to what I will say when giving someone feedback.
I think that to give a photographer helpful feedback, you need to look at their photo for a good amount of time. Once you have looked at it and given yourself time to interpret it, then you can tell them your initial reaction and what you think after giving it some thought. You should be open to their view of the photo because every person will have at least a slightly different interpretation. If you like the photo, be sure to tell them what draws you in and what they did really well. Even if you are not a huge fan of the photo, tell them both what they did well, and what they could have done better. Make sure to point out specific things and maybe offer advice on how to improve them.
In my opinion, if you are going to make a comment about somebody's photograph then you should make your comment something worth reading. You should take the time to look at the photo and think through what it is and why, and gain thoughts on how they photographer it. If you are just going to say "Fantastic", then it isn't a comment that the photographer is going to view as important or sincere. I only comment on a photo if I have take plenty of time to gain a perspective on the photo and the setting of the photo. I also think that photographers take most criticism seriously and into consideration, however, you need to take into account the possibility and probability of actually being able to successfully put your suggestion into action. The most important aspect of being a critic is taking your time to understand the photo and place yourself in the photographers shoes and seeing what types of things are in their photographic value.
In order for someone to better understand a photograph I think they need to first understand how long the photographer has been taking pictures. I also think that someone who does not understand all the key concepts of photography, or at least have minimal knowledge of it wouldn't understand something more complex than a normal photo. I think once that someone has learned more about photography can notice things like parallel lines and complementary colors. In order for someone to understand a photo they have to look at it truly. To better define and discuss an image you have to look at in different ways, like not just what the photo actually is.
I think that in order to be a better reader of images you must be able to explain your ideas and why you said what you said. You have to be able to describe where you are coming from. I also agree with what other people said about having to put yourself in the photographer's shoes, so you are able to look at the picture and be able to understand the point the photographer was trying to make. Also it is important to observe each detail of the photograph and try to look at it in different ways.
In order to read and interpret a photo better, I would try to avoid an instant, knee-jerk response as much as possible, and really take it in before I give an opinion. I would also attempt to figure out the idea behind the image first, so I can ascertain what the intent is behind the photographer's choices. Most of the annoying comments presented in this article could be avoided if this method was taken. I also feel as though photos should not be defined in categories according to technique, style or even subject matter, but uniquely depending on the individual piece.
I think that in order for someone to better understand a photo they need to really look at it before they judge it. They should try and relate the photo to the theme. They should look at all of the components of the photo, individually. As well someone who doesn't know as much about photography shouldn't critique a photo if they don't know a lot about it.
I can look at pictures for a longer period of time to read them better. If I look at the photos for longer than a glance, more ideas can flow through my head. Also, it gives more time formulate thoughts and critiques about the person's project. I can better discuss a photo through asking questions or formulating my own thoughts and keeping them to myself so I don't accidentally annoy the photographer.
ReplyDeleteTo be a better reader of images I can pay attention to the photo. Before I make a comment I should really think about the photo and what the artist went through to make the photo. I can take the time to find meaning through the photo and what the author wanted to portray through the photo. A photo means a lot to the photographer and to take one lightly is to judge his life. The more we like a photo, the more time we should take into thinking about it to compliment the author.
ReplyDeleteTo be a better reader of images, I can learn to see the photo from many different points of view, which will help me to appreciate the work more. If I do not understand a photographer's work, I can try to look for clues in the picture's title or caption, or I can try to learn more about the photographer. Learning about the photographer can help me to understand him, therefore I can better understand the work. I need to learn to appreciate the perspectives that other photographers have, and to see the symbolism in photos.
ReplyDeleteTo be a better reader of images, I can focus on the image itself, and more ideas will come to mind for the photograph. I can also ask the photographer questions and be more curious about the image. I like to take time and formulate thoughts about the photographer's image.
ReplyDeleteTo interpret the pictures better and give better criticism, I will try and understand the photograph from the photographers point of view. I will take the time to understand the point and objective the photographer was trying to achieve. I will also pay attention to detail and lighting.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sydney because I think to interpret pictures better I need to look at the pictures from the photographer's shoes. Therefore, I could understand better the purpose of an image. I also think being more descriptive about certain parts of a photograph is better than describing the picture vaguely as a whole. All in all. more attention to details and perspectives are needed when viewing a photo.
ReplyDeleteI think what the blogger said about one-word critiques is important. Too often, even in class, we struggle with our feelings about a photo and just say "Wow" or "that's awesome". We should just say what's going on in our heads. Something like "Wow, this image really makes me think". Also, I agree with Anne Bayley and Sydney about trying to see things from the photographer's POV. I also think that it's important to think about the context of the image, especially if it's in a project, to try and determine what its about.
ReplyDeleteTo be a better reader of images, I can take time to study every aspect of the photo as well as the title/ caption instead of breezing by each image. In making a comment to the artist, it seems as though they want critique although they don't want to be given suggestions of lighting or exposure. Instead of making a passing comment, one can ask the artist questions about the piece as well as a well formed compliment about what they like (lighting, positioning) instead of a vague comment to help the artist understand what they have done correctly/ to your liking.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sydney, Anne Bayley, and Caroline. Looking at a photo from the photographers POV can help us notice what could be done to make the photo better (and to recognize what could not have been done even if it would make the photo better). It also lets us see the aspects of the photo that are stronger and how those aspects could have been achieved. It is also important to develop our thoughts when we critique a photo. Sometimes it is hard to find the right words, so we replace a thought-out comment with a word like "good." Even though it is meant as a compliment, it is a bit anticlimactic. When we come up with a statement like "that's a really cool photo," we should go further and say why the photo is really cool and what we liked about it/would have done differently.
ReplyDeleteI agree with most people that have already commented. It takes me a while to formulate what my comments/thoughts on a photo are so I find myself saying more than I want to, "I don't know. I just really like it", which is probably a bit annoying. The more time to look at a photo, the more I can let my thoughts all, for lack of a better word, marinate, and come up with a good critic.
ReplyDeleteI think that every photographer needs to understand that not everyone who critiques there photos know what they are talking about. They might not know what exposure even means. I also think that as critics we need to understand the situations in which the photographer is under. And also try to give feedback that would be helpful and show that you are interested in their work. It makes me more thoughtful for the future as to what I will say when giving someone feedback.
ReplyDeleteI think that to give a photographer helpful feedback, you need to look at their photo for a good amount of time. Once you have looked at it and given yourself time to interpret it, then you can tell them your initial reaction and what you think after giving it some thought. You should be open to their view of the photo because every person will have at least a slightly different interpretation. If you like the photo, be sure to tell them what draws you in and what they did really well. Even if you are not a huge fan of the photo, tell them both what they did well, and what they could have done better. Make sure to point out specific things and maybe offer advice on how to improve them.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, if you are going to make a comment about somebody's photograph then you should make your comment something worth reading. You should take the time to look at the photo and think through what it is and why, and gain thoughts on how they photographer it. If you are just going to say "Fantastic", then it isn't a comment that the photographer is going to view as important or sincere. I only comment on a photo if I have take plenty of time to gain a perspective on the photo and the setting of the photo. I also think that photographers take most criticism seriously and into consideration, however, you need to take into account the possibility and probability of actually being able to successfully put your suggestion into action. The most important aspect of being a critic is taking your time to understand the photo and place yourself in the photographers shoes and seeing what types of things are in their photographic value.
ReplyDeleteIn order for someone to better understand a photograph I think they need to first understand how long the photographer has been taking pictures. I also think that someone who does not understand all the key concepts of photography, or at least have minimal knowledge of it wouldn't understand something more complex than a normal photo. I think once that someone has learned more about photography can notice things like parallel lines and complementary colors. In order for someone to understand a photo they have to look at it truly. To better define and discuss an image you have to look at in different ways, like not just what the photo actually is.
ReplyDeleteI think that in order to be a better reader of images you must be able to explain your ideas and why you said what you said. You have to be able to describe where you are coming from. I also agree with what other people said about having to put yourself in the photographer's shoes, so you are able to look at the picture and be able to understand the point the photographer was trying to make. Also it is important to observe each detail of the photograph and try to look at it in different ways.
ReplyDeleteIn order to read and interpret a photo better, I would try to avoid an instant, knee-jerk response as much as possible, and really take it in before I give an opinion. I would also attempt to figure out the idea behind the image first, so I can ascertain what the intent is behind the photographer's choices. Most of the annoying comments presented in this article could be avoided if this method was taken. I also feel as though photos should not be defined in categories according to technique, style or even subject matter, but uniquely depending on the individual piece.
ReplyDeleteI think that in order for someone to better understand a photo they need to really look at it before they judge it. They should try and relate the photo to the theme. They should look at all of the components of the photo, individually. As well someone who doesn't know as much about photography shouldn't critique a photo if they don't know a lot about it.
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