Artist Statement 1:
Both of the first photos are some of my favorites from this project. I love the blues and magentas in "Fought Seagulls and Won", along with the way that the gradient reflections on the corners of the building complement the photo. I recreated this image by taking a photo of a spiral staircase building, and editing it to create a magenta glow. In order to do this, I first used basic photoshop edits, and then set the color balance adjustment to magenta. While the two final images are quite different, I can still find similarities in the photo's subject and the time of day it was taken. I think the differences are what makes each photo unique and special. Overall, I am happy with how "Evening Light" turned out.
Artist Statement 2:
My second photo, "Casey's", was taken at a restaurant in Ann Arbor. I knew of many neon signs, but I chose this one because it was simpler and smaller than many others. These two photos are similar in the camera angle used, as well as the color of the light. Both images also use a corners and lines. But, Daniel Fjäll's photo gives emphasis on the red letters, while my image emphasizes the red shadows on the wall. Another difference is in the way darkness is used. In the model it is a shadow behind the light, while in my photo it is a stark, contrasting background.
Artist Statement 3:
While viewing Fjäll's images, I observed a frequent use of 'flashed foreground'. Many of these images had a lit-up object in the foreground, which framed a point of interest in the background. I recreated the image "Beacon" by finding a bright object in the background and framing it with the leaves of a tree in the foreground. Both of the photos were taken at night, which created a mysterious feel. Instead of choosing a window or building as my focus, I decided on a simple streetlight. By picking this light, I could emphasize the circle of light radiating from its center.
Both of the first photos are some of my favorites from this project. I love the blues and magentas in "Fought Seagulls and Won", along with the way that the gradient reflections on the corners of the building complement the photo. I recreated this image by taking a photo of a spiral staircase building, and editing it to create a magenta glow. In order to do this, I first used basic photoshop edits, and then set the color balance adjustment to magenta. While the two final images are quite different, I can still find similarities in the photo's subject and the time of day it was taken. I think the differences are what makes each photo unique and special. Overall, I am happy with how "Evening Light" turned out.
Artist Statement 2:
My second photo, "Casey's", was taken at a restaurant in Ann Arbor. I knew of many neon signs, but I chose this one because it was simpler and smaller than many others. These two photos are similar in the camera angle used, as well as the color of the light. Both images also use a corners and lines. But, Daniel Fjäll's photo gives emphasis on the red letters, while my image emphasizes the red shadows on the wall. Another difference is in the way darkness is used. In the model it is a shadow behind the light, while in my photo it is a stark, contrasting background.
Artist Statement 3:
While viewing Fjäll's images, I observed a frequent use of 'flashed foreground'. Many of these images had a lit-up object in the foreground, which framed a point of interest in the background. I recreated the image "Beacon" by finding a bright object in the background and framing it with the leaves of a tree in the foreground. Both of the photos were taken at night, which created a mysterious feel. Instead of choosing a window or building as my focus, I decided on a simple streetlight. By picking this light, I could emphasize the circle of light radiating from its center.
Research
Personal Background
Daniel Fjäll is a 29 year old architectural and portrait photographer who was born and raised in Gothenburg, Sweden. He attended school in Gothenburg, and currently lives there. While he has plans to travel outside of Sweden, he enjoys the landscape and architecture of his home. Ever since he bought his first real camera in 2009, Daniel Fjäll has loved the difficult art of photography. With the support of his many instagram followers, Fjäll has recently quit his day job to pursue a full-time career in photography.
Style
Several unique light techniques are used in Daniel Fjälls photos, including ‘Flashed Foreground’. This is created by taking a photo with flash that emphasizes the foreground and contrasts with the dark/dull background. Another favorite technique of his is layers, and he is constantly expressing their importance. “I almost always have a background to my foreground and viceversa. A sunset without a foreground is just a sunset.” (VSCO Interview). Overall, Fjäll’s style and processes are similar to photographers of the past, because he uses film and minimal editing. While the film process is long and tedious, it yields interesting results.
Philosophy
A recurring theme in Daniel Fjäll’s photos is simplicity and originality. He believes that by keeping things simple, one can find the extra in the ordinary. When asked why photography was important and meaningful, Fjäll responded that he felt like photography is a form of expression and a way of displaying life. “It’s a medium that is as clear as any language if you just put all of yourself into it.” (Photobolgrapher.com Interview). In conclusion, photography is an undeniable form of communication, and it can be used in many original ways.
Influences
I first discovered Daniel Fjäll on VSCO, and liked the way he used light in his photos. The pictures were simple, but there was a lot going on in the image. Another part I liked was how the captions were simple, yet they told a unique story. I have been using this theme of simplicity in my work, and I am really happy with the results. Some other techniques I have incorporated into my photos are flashed foreground, layers, and using camera flash at night. By trying out new techniques and methods, I am able to create artist-inspired photos in my own style.
Daniel Fjäll is a 29 year old architectural and portrait photographer who was born and raised in Gothenburg, Sweden. He attended school in Gothenburg, and currently lives there. While he has plans to travel outside of Sweden, he enjoys the landscape and architecture of his home. Ever since he bought his first real camera in 2009, Daniel Fjäll has loved the difficult art of photography. With the support of his many instagram followers, Fjäll has recently quit his day job to pursue a full-time career in photography.
Style
Several unique light techniques are used in Daniel Fjälls photos, including ‘Flashed Foreground’. This is created by taking a photo with flash that emphasizes the foreground and contrasts with the dark/dull background. Another favorite technique of his is layers, and he is constantly expressing their importance. “I almost always have a background to my foreground and viceversa. A sunset without a foreground is just a sunset.” (VSCO Interview). Overall, Fjäll’s style and processes are similar to photographers of the past, because he uses film and minimal editing. While the film process is long and tedious, it yields interesting results.
Philosophy
A recurring theme in Daniel Fjäll’s photos is simplicity and originality. He believes that by keeping things simple, one can find the extra in the ordinary. When asked why photography was important and meaningful, Fjäll responded that he felt like photography is a form of expression and a way of displaying life. “It’s a medium that is as clear as any language if you just put all of yourself into it.” (Photobolgrapher.com Interview). In conclusion, photography is an undeniable form of communication, and it can be used in many original ways.
Influences
I first discovered Daniel Fjäll on VSCO, and liked the way he used light in his photos. The pictures were simple, but there was a lot going on in the image. Another part I liked was how the captions were simple, yet they told a unique story. I have been using this theme of simplicity in my work, and I am really happy with the results. Some other techniques I have incorporated into my photos are flashed foreground, layers, and using camera flash at night. By trying out new techniques and methods, I am able to create artist-inspired photos in my own style.