Introduction
Human society cannot be imagined without art and its various forms. It always accompanies individuals, evolving with their needs and responding to the changes in world view and mentalities. At the same time, art is impacted by external factors, and technology is one of them.
Discussion
The scientfific discovery and the emergence of innovative devices provided creative people with fresh ways to reflect their feelings and emotions and attract attention to particular messages and ideas. Photography and cinematography can be viewed as an example of the new forms of art linked to technology. Being comparatively young, these forms are already extremely popular and possess a high inspirational power. The camera offers the chance to select the area, movement, moment, and scene to create a unique shot (Jacobus & Marin, 2019). A final picture can convey numerous meanings and make viewers think about contexts (Li & Xie, 2020). It can also inspire others to create and make their shots.
The strong effect of photography on others can be evidenced by real-life examples. For instance, the photo Lunch at the Purple Thistle by Keith Dotson is one of the examples of modern art:
It was made in 2019 as an attempt to capture the beauty of nature and its unique moments. It is a black-and-white shot of a butterfly gathering nectar from a flower in a field (Dotson, 2019). The artist caught the moment and managed to show the unique character of every movement. Using only black and white colors, the photographer emphasizes the form and the objects in the image.
I am a big admirer of nature, and the photo by Dotson pushed me to try and make my own image reflecting the beauty of the world where we live. As a result, I created the following shot:
Similar to the previous photo, this one also focuses on the beauty of nature. A bumble bee sits on the purple flower collecting nectar. The work is made in Autumn, meaning it reflects the last moments of blossom, and the insect has one of the final chances to eat. The photography captures the rare moment when a bumble bee is relaxed and enjoying its position. It represents the brightness of the world and its unique nature.
I think these two pieces are closely connected and have similar themes. Both photos celebrate the beauty of nature, its tiniest details, and its elements. The little creatures sitting on flowers show the unusuality of the planet. The choice of objects helps to understand the theme and central message. The lines, shapes, and forms as elements of design are similar. At the same time, the first artwork is black and white, while mine is full of colors. I wanted to show the brightness of the world and its attractiveness rather than focusing on shapes. Moreover, I used the same medium as it helps to appeal to aesthetics and the visions of beauty.
Conclusion
Altogether, comparing the two photos, it is possible to say that they have numerous similarities. The image by Keith Dotson and the main themes touched upon by the photographer inspired me to make my own. The beauty of nature, the perfect moment of life, and its mystery have always been essential topics in art. They impact other people, their feelings and emotions, and make them create something new. In such a way, photography is a unique form of creativity that remains a potent tool to affect others and interact with them.
References
Dotson, K. (2019). Lunch at the Purple Thistle. Web.
Jacobus, L., & Marin, D. (2019). The humanities through the arts (10th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.
Li, Y., & Xie, Y. (2020). Is a picture worth a thousand words? An empirical study of image content and social media engagement. Journal of Marketing Research, 57(1), 1–19. Web.