A list of possible photographers you could choose to work with is located at the end of this document.

• A famous photographer is one who is well known by more than a few people and has published work in books. They also have an extensive resume of exhibitions they have participated in. 
   

Research: Use the internet and books to compile information about your photographer 

 

QUESTIONS

 

Information

• Photographer’s full name

• Date and place of birth. Indicate years of life (if still living)

• Date and place of death (if applicable)

• Brief summary of family background

• Relevant photography/art education

 
Photographic Practices

• Typical medium used (silver gelatin print, digital, etc.)

• Typical subject matter

• Typical style (How would you describe the look of the photographs? What techniques did they use in their photography to give their photos a distinct look?)

• What is the purpose of the photographs (What is the artist trying to communicate?/ THEME)

• Significant contribution(s) to photography (or the art world); include any techniques they may have invented

 
Work

• Find 5 examples of your photographer’s works, including the artist’s most famous work. Provide the identifying information for each (title, date)

• What impact do you think this photographer’s work has had on society in general? Why?

• A quote about his/her work (if possible)

 
Relevance

• Why you have chosen this photographer to look at/What do you appreciate about this person and/or his/her work?​

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Ps. The links below might not work - use the internet to search these names!