Message Board Topic: Defining Visual Art

Imagine that you are visiting a strange culture. Imagine these people have no art - especially no visual arts. How would you describe art to them? Remember they have no frame of reference - they have no idea what art is! What is art's purpose? Why do we create it? Why do we need it? What does art do for us?

Message Board Topic: Abstraction - What Do You see?

The Rorschach Inkblot Test evaluates what a patient sees in abstract images. This is called "conceptualization" and relates to "conceptual art." Look at the above image and describe what you see. Try to see at least four different things in the above inkblot. Then think how you can take abstract photographs using the same principle. Describe what you would do.

Message Board Topic: Negative Spaces

The above image demonstrates the relationship of positive and negative space. When considering light setups and studio lighting, it is said that the negative space (the emptiness or surrounding area) is perhaps more important than the positive space. The negative space forms shapes from the shadows and highlights - these abstractions can enhance or detract from the image. Can you think of times when you might have seen examples of this? Describe them on the Blog. Then think about ways in which you can control the negative spaces. What should you look for?  

Message Board Topic: Visual Communication

Visual Comunication is defined as: "communication through visual aid and is described as the conveyance of ideas and information in forms that can be seen or viewed." We actually see visual communication through all of human history ranging from cave paitnings to websites. How is visual communication different than verbal, written or gestural? How is it limited? How is it easier to use than verbal or written?

Message Board Topic: Blogging

Blogging is a form of communication which is considered "viral." This means that it is something that has caught on - it started out small and now "everyone is doing it." Why do you think blogging has become "viral"? Is bloggin a good form of communication or is it just a fad?

Welcome to a New Year

Welcome to Digital Photography and Imaging 2! The new year of blogging has begun! Each week check back to see updates and message board topics posted on the Image Forum. You will also see the exciting new projects, new ideas and new products that the DPI 2 class is making.