I have been posting to this blog for over 13 years, each year reporting on accomplishments over the prior year and goals for the new year.

2024 is no different. My main photography goal for the year is listed in the January submission of the 2024 C.London 52 Week Photography Challenge. Content this year will work towards that goal in addition to my general shooting. Check out my website "About" page to learn more. The website is at www.jeffmarcowitz.photography 

All content posted here in the blog will also be on the website, however with a subscription to the blog, you'll continue to receive the email notifications.

Thanks to all of you who have followed this photo blog for many years and welcome to any newcomers. My hope is that the images and stories are interesting and thought-provoking as I continue this creative journey. As always, comments, critiques and suggestions (here and the website) are welcome and appreciated as they often lead to new ideas and inspiration.

Thank You.
Jeff

Sunday, August 27, 2023

2023_CLondon52_August: Mise-en-Scene

From the C.London website: "This month, we'll be diving deep into the captivating world of mise-en-scène. In simpler terms, it's all about arranging and capturing everything visible within a frame, from sets and props to lighting and subjects, to convey meaning and create a specific atmosphere. We'll explore four main elements: setting, decor, lighting, and depth of space, which will all play a crucial role in crafting a four (or bonus five!) photo story. The challenge is to ensure these images work cohesively, even if they're taken on different days or places. That’s right! This month, I want all the photos to be able to be presented together as one cohesive story. That doesn’t mean they need to be taken at the same time, or even the same place. There should just be at least one element of cohesion threading them together."

1.  Setting
Port Clinton Art Festival approximately 15 minutes before official opening.  Wanted to capture the setting without throngs of people.
Mise-en-Scene: Setting
Mise-en-Scene: Setting
Sony A7 IV @ f7.1 1/2000  35mm  ISO 100
Samyang AF 35mm F1.8


2.  Decor
As I perused the 200+ artist booths, this one struck me for its simplicity.
Mise-en-Scene: Decor
Mise-en-Scene: Decor
Sony A7 IV @ f7.1 1/1000  35mm  ISO 100
Samyang AF 35mm F1.8


3.  Lighting
The backlighting and shadows cast in the harsh midday sun were an excellent backdrop for the eclectic jewelry being shown at this artist's booth.
Mise-en-Scene: Lighting
Mise-en-Scene: Lighting
Sony A7 IV @ f7.1 1/1250  35mm  ISO 100
Samyang AF 35mm F1.8


4.  Depth of Space
The displays in this booth were surrounded by a translucent enclosure.  The harsh midday sun enabled me to capture the enclosure in the foreground and two layers of sculpture displays in the middleground & background.  I manually focused on the back layer to demonstrate the depth of the artist's pieces.
Mise-en-Scene: Depth of Space
Mise-en-Scene: Depth of Space
Sony A7 IV @ f7.1 1/400  35mm  ISO 100
Samyang AF 35mm F1.8

All Photographed 8/27/23

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