DSDN 144 project 3- Light.

Artist Models/ Influences-

When searching for artist models/influences for my third photography project, an influence came from lights used in some of the Chinese Festivals (Hungry Ghost and Lantern festivals).

These lights became a major influence to my light project because of the way the lights were structured. The lights haven't been palced in any random order. Instead they've been placed in a way to lead and guide the observer through the space it's in. 

I really wanted to carry this technique over through my photos because it will greatly benifit my photos to have a strong structure to the lights so that it actually does guide the viewer looking at the photos rather than just seem like a random set of lines that have no sense through the photos.

Another thing I liked about these lights was that they all give off a feeling to them. The photos above all have a purpose as to why they are lit. The first two photos are from the Chinese ghost festival and are lit to show a sacred and respectful emotion (in the form of candles and flowers). The second two photos are representing a more lighter and enjoyable feeling because of the kind of festival it is (The traditional Chinese lantern festival) where they celebrate together rather than individually.   

This made me question on what kinds of feelings I want to give off in my photos. Some of the ideas that came to mind included to give off a smooth and calm feel to the images, where the lights are carrying you on a smooth journey. Another idea was to have a more darker feel where the lights are your only guide out of a horrid place, but in the end I decided to go with a more calmer feeling to my images. 

I decided to go with this idea instead because I feel this has a lot more potential to be developed rather than the idea of a more darker emotion to this project. This is because with a darker feeling it's very rare to find a suitable place where you can give off that particular emotion, but with a much more happier and smoother feeling, theres many places you can choose from that will help to give off that effect and the lighting given off by parliment grounds help to present this well.