Conceptual Selfie Creative ChallengeHow can I create a self portrait that expresses who I am in a conceptual or symbolic way? How does my approach to this express mood, meaning, and a visual narrative? How can my composition and lighting support my narrative?
These are some big questions to ponder when you are planning for this! What objects tell the story of you? What colors or lighting adds to the mood that represents you and your story? 1st lets refresh our understanding of the creative process. . . click here for some reminders and the studio habits of mind. Some things to ponder regarding how to approach this:- Spend some time brain writing! What do you like or dislike? What objects do you have a connections with from your younger self, from your current self, from your future self? WRITE THEM DOWN :)
- Gather objects and PLAY! Arrange them in different locations, use mirrors and play with adding a reflection, find backdrops or different areas for lighting. - Explore ways you could create a work. . . film, still photo or series of photos, time lapse, TikTok video. . . EXPLORE the possibilities! - Make some time for the execution of your idea! Set - up and GO FOR IT! |
Check out two artists that have some pretty creative ways of creating images that tell a story!
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