For our last photo blog ever, we were challenged to show what is inspiring to us about the future. I took this picture of the photo strips my friends and I took at prom. I’ve been friends with them for varying amounts of time, like since elementary school for one Read more…
In this photo, we were challenged to frame our subject using only natural elements. I took this photo of an archway in a rose garden which naturally frames the surrounding rose bushes.
In this photo, we were challenged to take a self portrait of how we think others see us. I think other people see me as someone who is always laughing and joking around, and this photo at prom with a silly prop and mock serious expression exemplifies that.
In this photo, we were challenged to be inspired by food. I took this picture of a bowl of galangal soup from one of my favorite restaurants. The balance of sour and spicy flavors was really good and I recommend it if you haven’t tried it yet!
In this photo, we were challenged to create an interesting effect using props. I took this photo of a nail polish bottle reflection in a mirror. I like how mysterious this photo looks, with how dark it is and how the nail polish bottle is hazy and unrecognizable.
In this photo, we were challenged to depict a modern convenience we cannot live without. I took this picture of traffic lights which is something I often take for granted, but definitely could not live without.
In this photo, we were challenged to be inspired by current events. I took this photo of a Starbucks which is currently being boycotted because of the ongoing war in Gaza.
In this photo, we were challenged to use creatively staged depth of field. I took this close up photo of the stamen of a hibiscus to show a creative depth of field.
In this photo, we were challenged to tell story about one of the seven deadly sins: pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed and sloth. I took this photo of two roses which I think represents the deadly sin of pride because roses can represent vanity and excessive love for oneself.
In this photo, we were challenged to be inspired by music. The sunset, autumn leaves, and empty road create a sense of peace, similar to how listening to music can be relaxing. I often listen to classical music at night to help me calm down and fall asleep.