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OTS E-Magazine December 2009 Pages 50-53 |
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INSPIRATION |
A concept shoot is a
photo shoot where one has done advance planning to achieve an actual
image of a general idea conceived in the mind. A visual artist is often associated with painting or sculpture, but its definition also includes photography. A photograph can express emotions and the photographer tells a story through the images. One can alter perceptions, convey thoughts or influence an impression of a person, service, clothing, or product. I have found that many photographers enjoy breaking out of their daily routine to fulfill a creative vision. A good concept can inspire a photographer to want to work with you, or spark ideas that can take on a collaborated effort. I don't believe that every photographer is an artist, no more than one could place a paintbrush in someone’s hands and expect them to produce something beautiful. There are great photographers, and there are those who are capable of envisioning and executing concepts wonderfully.  Inspiration
for a shoot can be found almost anywhere, paintings, postcards, movies,
music, and even in other photographs as people generally react to
stimuli quite differently. A personal example would be an image I came across of Romulus and Remus. The Roman legend is of twins, who were abandoned and raised by a she-wolf. When I saw the image on the right – I visualized the concept on the left... Art inspires, and the effects that a particular piece can have on your thoughts or ideas is endless! |
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Note: Image on the right, Romulus Remus And Their Nursemaid is By Jacques Laurent Agasse |
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