Question 

This week we would like you to consider your work in relation to disciplines outside of photography.

By this point, you should have some ideas of the concerns, themes and subjects you would like to explore with your photography in this study block and in the coming modules.

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Use the forum below to tell us about how and why your current practice relates to particular discipline(s). Please include some examples and reference sources.

If your work is about quite specific subject matter, then how your photography relates to other disciplines might be fairly straightforward.

If this is not the case, or you are still unsure about the direction of your research project at this stage, we would still like you to share a piece of work (in any medium other than photography) that you feel raises questions or feelings you think you might like to explore further.

Answer 1.

I hope this fits with this week's activity. Incorporating video timelapse and written elements into my photography is a creative endeavour I'm eager to explore. Fusing these three mediums opens up exciting possibilities for enriching the narrative and context of my work. Video adds the dimension of movement and sound, allowing me to tell more immersive and dynamic stories. It's like taking a static frame and bringing it to life, breathing emotion and context into my visual narratives. Timelapse photography would also allow me to capture the dynamic evolution of a scene over time, be it the shifting hues of a sunrise, the urban pulse of a city, or the delicate unfurling of a flower. It adds a dimension of movement and changes to my static images, creating a mesmerising visual journey.

Integrating writing into my photography complements this visual storytelling. It offers me a platform to provide context, share insights, or evoke emotions in a way that goes beyond the limitations of a single frame. Whether through titles, captions, or subtitles, the written word becomes a valuable accomplice, guiding the viewer's understanding and emotional connection to the subject. It's an opportunity to tell a story, explain the scene's intricacies, or share the personal experience behind the lens.

The synergy between video timelapse and writing would transform my photography into a more comprehensive and engaging art form. It's a canvas for me to weave a narrative, convey a message, or enhance the viewer's experience by offering a deeper layer of engagement. This dynamic approach to visual storytelling would set my work apart and open doors to a broader audience eager to explore the intersection of imagery and the written word.

As I delve into this captivating realm of photography, I anticipate the challenges and rewards of this creative journey. Selecting themes, composing the shots, and perfecting the art of text integration are all part of the process that I'm excited to embrace. By implementing video, timelapse, and writing into my photography, I hope to create a compelling and multi-dimensional narrative that transcends the boundaries of traditional visual art.

I regularly do  Slide shows with music to tell a story, which I have included as an example.  

  Reflection Guidance

Now reflect on your practice and approach to research: 

• Other than photography, what art forms and creative media do you take inspiration from?   
• How have you directly drawn from non-photographic disciplines to develop your practice?  
• How would you describe the distinctive, essential qualities of photography? Are any of these characteristics the reason for you choosing it as your means of expression?