Blog Post #21

A. They aren't usually posed and are often taken of action. There is usually a lot going on in these photos and they tell stories worth hearing.

B. Snapshots are usually taken quickly and unexpectedly. For this reason, I believe they can be some of the best photos taken. 

C. These photographs are trying to sell something. They make that product stand out and make people want it.

D. They are usually important parts in the film that can tell the viewer a lot about the film by just looking at that one still. 

E. They are usually taken to document that time. They are also taken to make the subject(s) look good. They are often posed and unnatural.

F. Stock images are usually of very general things that could be used in many different contexts. They also tend to be very aesthetically pleasing. 

G. Fashion photography is usually selling garments or accessories. While it often gets criticism for not being realistic, I don't think there are any changes that need to be made. Clothing looks best on tall, slim frames. I don't see why people get so offended by designers using that to their advantage. It's not saying we all have to look like that, but an artist is going to display their work in a way that makes it look best.

H. Paparazzi shots are usually very interesting because they are taken in the heat of the moment and are of an interesting subject often doing something interesting. However, paparazzi photos can also be very boring because they can take photos of celebrities just being themselves, not doing anything interesting.