home

=**__Introduction__**=

//Perhaps one of the reasons why I find photography so intriguing is that it offers a different perspective of the world around us. As such, I like techniques that transform the image into something unique and striking. I find photos that manipulate light and colour to be very appealing, as well as pictures that are very simple and have a single focus point.//
 * -What kinds of things/techniques do you find visually appealing?**

//As mentioned above, I am interested in photography because it can present the world in a completely different light. My perspective reflects this, and I try to make each picture I take original, something that would catch someone's eye. I enjoy photographing nature and architecture, especially from various places around the world.//
 * -What kinds of things influence your perspective?**

//I remember looking through James Nachtwey's website a couple of years ago, and I came across a black and white photograph depicting an AIDS victim at a tuberculosis ward in Zimbabwe. The picture showed only an emaciated silhouette walking down a white tiled hallway. I suppose what makes this photograph so memorable is its simplicity--sometimes, less is more.//
 * -Describe a particular image that sticks with you in your mind. What makes it memorable?**

//Throughout this course, I hope become familiar with various techniques and design principles that will help to improve my photography skills. I also wish to expand my perspective by finding photo-taking opportunities in my everyday life.//
 * -What do you hope to learn/understand/experience in this course?**

//What first drew me to this picture was the vibrancy of the sunset and how the trees are silhouetted against it. I also find the use of depth to be intriguing here because it really draws the viewer into the picture. It is interesting how the snow and the sunset are juxtaposed, almost like yin and yang.// //Amber, who is sitting beside me, says that the sunset looks like it is spilling paint onto the sidewalk.//
 * -Locate an image online that is striking to you, upload it to your home page and describe wha****t makes it "jump out" to you**

**Thanks for the introduction to you! Nice choice of image and description of its elements. Amber's assessment is correct!** **5/5**