Anatomy of an Image

SUBJECT(S)

person, animal, object

EXPRESSION AND POSE

STYLING

wardrobe, hair, makeup, set

SET ELEMENTS AND PROPS

BACKGROUND / LOCATION

LIGHTING

ambient, studio, blend

COMPOSITION & ANGLE OF VIEW

MOOD

COLOR PALETTE

POST-PRODUCTION

All of these elements must be considered when crafting an image. The choices you make for every aspect of your frame determine the success and visual interest of your image.

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A lot of moving parts go into constructing an image; everything is done consciously and with intention. When all the elements come together seamlessly, the viewer forgets the fabrication and becomes lost in the narrative of the ...

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