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This image is apart of my final project for my photo lab class. I decided to do abstract portraits that I will be taking in black and white. I find that black and white really let's the viewer focus on the detail of the image. Although I do like color I feel the color takes away from an image if your trying to focus on one thing. The rose petals are a vibrant yellow which is beautiful but I chose to put it in black and white because it adds emotion and sets a certain mood. I feel your able to pay more attention to the rose petals and not get distracted by the color.

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In the beginning of the semester we visited Jim Lennons studio. This was the first time I've been in a professional studio and really got to see how everything worked for this particular photographer. I really enjoyed the layout of the studio and could picture myself having my own studio but that would be way in the future for me. During the studio visit Jim talked about the type of photography he was interested in as well as helpful tips on how he got to where he is today. Having your own studio is a big investment as well as the equipment you need to have. Having this opportunity to visit a studio and have that photographer speak with you was a great experience. I enjoy learning hands on and getting answers straight from the source. In the first room we walked into the first thing I noticed were the different color back drops he had hanging on the wall- as well as the mini dressing room for whom ever was being photographed that day. Towards the end of the class he asked if he wan...