“ Photography is an of observation. It has little to do with
the things you see and everything to do with the way you see them” Elliott Erwitt
After my
visit to Jackson gallery, it inspired me to work even harder to improve my art
pieces. Not only to be able to put my work in an exhibition but, also to work
on the technical part of my skills. It’s in the smallest details, that attracts
a person to the photography.
My favorite
artist from my visit must be Elliot Erwitt. This artist has a fascinating sense
of humor, that is portrayed in my opinion as bold, a work with character, and
edgy. You don’t find a lot of photographers with this specific humor. Through
his work you can get an idea about what type of a person he is. His character
in general. Something that makes this artist stand out from others, is the
emphasis of his humor in it. What I mean by that, if I want to relate it to
myself, I believe I do have a sense of humor, but I never would’ve thought of
putting it in my work. I maybe thought before that it would’ve been too risky
or maybe my audience wouldn’t get it. But that inspired me to not limit myself
anymore, and put limitations to my work, but to be more free in the way I work,
that can show my true personality.
Another
main focus that also fascinated me, is the fact that the pieces that we saw had
no editions to them. They are one of a time pieces, not replicated, or
reprinted. Which makes his work of art so unique and timeless. Yes I understand
that during his era they never used the concept of editions, but now that they
do, and he still hasn’t printed more, makes me wonder that Mr.Erwitt, doesn’t
care about the money as much as the art portrayed though his work. I love that
about him.
Going back
to the quote, Elliott Erwitt has a unique way of seeing things. His work might
look staged, but they are definitely not. The way he sees the specific moment
that captures his eyes, creates an aesthetically elegant shot that is not
negotiable to anyone’s eyes.
I just wrote how inspired I was by Jackson as well. It is the smallest details that matter to me as well. It seems to make the difference between just anybody and then a great artist. Jackson also forced me to look at the technical and made me want to work harder on mine as well!
ReplyDeleteSuhair- I think you misunderstood the lack of editioning in Erwitt's work. They aren't one of a kind- there are, in fact, many of them. By not editioning, he's not limiting how many there are out there or how many he might make in the future.
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