Reflection

The goal of this composition was to experiment with lines and shadows, and practice Strand's photographic techniques. I used Strand's photo of a video camera (above) as a template for this photo. Like Strand's work, my photo centers on a round object that has various shades. I put an extra spin on this photo by filling the cup with water, which magnifies and distorts the image on the other side, and even reflects the image onto its shadow. You can see the shadow on the window in the background within the shadow of the cup, which is an effect that I really like. Overall, I think I did a nice job replicating Strand's photographic techniques, although my photo does not carry as much weight as his. I think if I had chosen a subject that is more representative of the modern era, then I could have stayed truer to Strand's intents.