Link to my presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1a5kqP1no4U

Overall, I did enjoy doing research on another artist, and also creating a video analyzing the photography. I really appreciate how this project tapped into what I am passionate about (video editing and production), as the arts all work interchangeably.

This project for me wasn't hard, however, I don't think I allotted myself enough time to fully work on this project as I had originally anticipated, which is one downside to this assignment for me. It was challenging working last minute trying to edit everything, but I'm also appreciative for it because with my desired career field, there may be moments where I have to work on deadline/at a much faster pace.

My project does include elements from Chapter 4, as I analyzed the photographic categories that her work would fall under (i.e. descriptive and aesthetically evaluative). With her work, it made me think about all the ways an artist can capture photographs and how they can utilize color and lighting to really evoke emotion. A lot of Laura Letinsky's work reflected a calm colors and lighting, so it gave off a more tranquil/peaceful mood. From this artist, I really want to try to better utilize different objects, colors and lighting to try and convey deeper and different emotions, moving forward!

Critique on a classmate's project:

Link: https://jessiel99.wixsite.com/my-site-1/about-3

"Hi Jessica, I loved your presentation and learning more about artist Mary Ellen Mark. The way you described her photography was admirable, and I think you chose good photographs of hers, for this project. I loved seeing and learning that her photographs have depth behind them (for example the one of the little boy and his mom, holding the banner in support of Vietnam). There is a lot of power behind the photos, and them being in black and white adds to the tone in my opinion. Great job!"