Thank you Ann for finding the list of artists that have been covered, it is an impressive list and in my 6 months here on 365 I have really enjoyed the interpretations of the different artists.
For this challenge the 47th one, I choose Edward Weston. I still remember a visit to MOMA to see a retrospective of his work many, many years ago. Upon seeing one of his photographs of a pepper for the first time, I was stunned and intrigued. Who knew a pepper could be so sensual? I needed to sit down after I saw the orchid.
Edward Weston was a 20th century American photographer. He has been called "one of the most innovative and influential American photographers and "one of the masters of 20th century photography." I really believe that to be true. He photographed still life, landscapes, portraits, mostly in b&w. He did photograph with kodachrome late in life, so there are some color images. His philosophy: to see the final picture before making the exposure.
There are many sites that you can read about his work and see his photos, this one is run by his family http://www.edward-weston.com/edward_weston.htm
I think this challenge offers a wide range of subjects for people to interpret , so hopefully this challenge has something for everyone.
"Success in photography, portraiture especially, is dependent on being able to grasp those supreme instants which pass with the ticking of a clock, never to be duplicated - so light, balance - expression must be seen - felt as it were - in a flash, the mechanics and technique being so perfected in one as to be absolutely automatic. " Edward Weston
The challenge:
The rules are fairly simple: study Weston's work (Google will help you here) and then :
Take a photograph recreating a particular work as closely as possible to the original -
Or photograph something in a style that is reminiscent of the genre – mood, light, composition, color – whatever reminds you of Weston's work.
The challenge will run from today February 17 and will finish midnight EDT February 25th. All pictures must have been taken and uploaded during this time period. You should tag your picture ac-weston and please feel free to share on here.
I look forward to seeing many photos from the very talented folks on 365!
I've never heard of this artist but I've just checked out some of his work and I find it very inspiring. I've never tried an artist challenge before but I'm looking forward to having a go.
Dawn, thank you for introducing me to a new-to-me artist. Had it not been for 365 and you I might never have seen such magnificent photographic art. Like @dh I'm going to learn more about him and participate in this challenge.
@sunshinephoto5 : Thanks for this challenge Dawn - I've really enjoyed discovering Weston and challenging myself - it's pretty much taken over my project the last few days. This is the one I am happiest with - although I do have 2 more days ;-)
@custodiabaptista Hi! if you want to have this considered for the Edward Weston challenge please tag it ac-weston so it is with all the other entries.
:) very cute kittie!
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This one just worked out to fit in your challenge. I love this idea! Great way to learn.
my humble attempt
I tagged ac-weston is that the right tag for the challenge?
My take on Portrait of Margrethe in Garden
:) very cute kittie!