Blog #7: Video Response to Annie Leibovitz

1. What is your favorite photo of Annie Leibovitz? Why?

I think that the photo is so lifelike and realistic. It really compares in similarity to the real Disney princess, especially the hair. I love how the bow and arrow leads you around the photo, to the horse and back around.

2. How would you describe Leibovitz's style of photography? How does she create visual narratives?

She makes stories out of her photos. They tell a story. Her subjects are presented in a way to bring the theme and story to life.

3. What was your favorite part of the movie?

Watching Leibovitz shoot Kiera Knightley because she is one of my favorite actresses was my favorite part because it was so interesting how they were replicating the Wizard of Oz. The composition of those photos were whimsical and so lifelike, making it really fun to look at.

4. What did you learn about portrait photography from the video that you could apply to your own people/portrait photography?

I can create a story, not just take a picture of a person. The portraits I take can include a storyline and I can use the details of the photo to emphasize the subject itself.