Artist Research - Richard Wentworth

Artist Research - Richard Wentworth

Richard Wentworth (born 1947) is a British artist, curator and teacher. His work, encircling the notion of objects and their use as part of our day-to-day experiences, has altered the traditional definition of sculpture as well as photography. By transforming and manipulating objects into works of art, Wentworth subverts their original function and extends our understanding of them, by contrasting conventions and finding new purposes. One of his most famous pieces is of a wellington boot acting as a doorstop. 

This theme throughout his work goes by the name of 'Making do and getting'. The theme focuses largely on the creativity involved with the production and takes pressure off the quality of the photography involved. Many of the pictures within the theme, by Richard Wentworth are arguably poorly photographed. Some of the photos are out of focus and others lacking composition. However, as this is present throughout all of his productions, it is made obvious that this is done purposely, emphasising the creativity of the theme.

Richard Wentworth:

Analogue - Environmental Photoshoot

Analogue - Environmental Photoshoot

I carried out this shoot to introduce myself to the use of analogue cameras and film. Again during this shoot I explored the literal meaning of environmental photography. However, this time I wanted to see the effect that would be supplied with use of an analogue camera and film. When taking the photographs, I experimented with aperture, shutter speed and manual focus to create good composition and depth of field.

Successful Outcomes:

Light Leaks: 

When photographing the various subjects and settings with my analogue camera I varied the techniques and methods I used throughout. I experimented with apature and shutter speed to produce a variety of different styled productions. What I didn't expect to occur was the effect supplied by light leaks. Light leaks occur when the film used within the analogue camera is exposed to light.  

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Environmental Photo Shoot

Environmental Photo Shoot

Starting the new theme of Environmental photography, I want to begin by exploring the literal meaning of 'Environment' before exploring more complex avenues of the theme. So I decided to carry out a photoshoot of the environment and its nature surrounding me. 

I was initially hoping to photograph the environment with the presence of a sunset. However, I then encountered this sky of light and dark blues and seized my opportunity. E experimented with appeture and shutter speed to produce a variety of different outcomes - as seen below. 

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