As made clear by Lucie Crewdson during one of our group sessions, research into fashion is a necessity if one would like to have an impact on the fashion (photographic) world. Therefore I have decided to only look at more modern day examples of fashion photography, especially looking at the work of those who may not be as popular or well regarded as photographers such as Bailey or Testino.
Unfortunately neither photographers were credited for either photographs. However this is not essential when drawing inspiration from others work.
What instantly drew me in about these two photographs are the models ability to simply not care... there is no hesitation or any sense of awkwardness shown within their faces or poses.
The first photographs candid nature instantly contrasts with the unusual clothing worn by each of the models...they aren't classically posed or feminine like the work of Cecil Beaton. However, they are almost enticingly interesting to look at. After all, each and every one of them are strikingly attractive which is juxtaposed by the unusual yet realistic facial expressions used.
The second photograph, once again, was unfortunately not credited with the artists name. Despite this, I can still admire this photograph for its aesthetic qualities. The slight desaturated nature of the coloured tones allow the model and what she is wearing to sit comfortably in front of a leopard print backdrop (sofa). Personally, I have always loved the look of leopard print within photographs... it provides the image with an quirky style which is essentially reinforced by a cheeky sticking out tongue.
From this I would like to move away from evoking attitude within my photographs. Instead I would like to give the quirky more funnier style of posing a go.
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