Photo connotation exercise

1. Media induction task

2. Desire
We took this picture to represent desire
as it shows various different sweet treats
which many people may find desirable.
The large selection may entice a wider
assortment of people finding themselves
drawn to this picture. The bold colours
stand out and instantly catches the
audiences eyes, which they may find
themselves craving these sweet treats.
The simplistic angle of the picture makes
the audience see the sweets straight away,
seeing them as desirable objects.

3. Purity We took this photo to show
purity as water is known to be
pure. The picture shows
several bottles of water with
nothing else surrounding it,
making it the most prominent
feature of the picture. The
colours in the picture are soft
and natural, adding to the
sense of purity. The close up
shot instantly stands out and
keeps the focus on the bottles
of water.

4. Loneliness
This picture represents loneliness
as you can instantly see that there
is one person sitting on their own.
This informs the audience that the
individual in lonely. The hunched
body language and crossed arms
shows that the person is sitting in
solitude. The higher angle of the
picture looks down on the person,
making them look weak and
insecure. The black and white
effect creates a dull and gloomy
effect, creating a sense loneliness.

5. Weakness
This picture shows weakness as you are
instantly drawn to the person looking down
within the painting. The facial expression
shows defeat and lack of power. The paint
dripping down symbolises the loss of hope.
The dull colours within the painting again
create a gloomy and dark atmosphere,
showing weakness within the picture. The
straight on angle reveals all of the painting,
allowing the audience to view it in a clear
way.

6. Love
This picture instantly shows love
through the use of two people
holding hands. The physical
connection of the hand holding
shows the bond between the two
individuals. The typical shadow
effect portrays a sense of love
within the picture. In addition to
this the shadows show no gender,
informing the audience that love
can be shared between anyone, as
it is not a typical heterosexual
relationship, and can be
interpreted in different ways.

7. Strength
This picture instantly
shows strength through
the use of weights. The
use of metal railings in
the picture represent
strength as metal is a
strong material, in
addition to this you can
see the metal has worn
down but is strong
enough to stay stable.
The angle shows a row
of weights, instantly
symbolising strength.

8. Danger
This picture shows danger
through the use of the
barrier surrounding the
skip. This instantly informs
the audience of no entry, as
danger may be caused. The
angle of the picture shows
all of the barriers
surrounding the skip,
enforcing the fact that the
area should not be entered.
The bright yellow colour of
the skip instantly draws the
audiences attention to that
area.

9. Wealth
This picture shows wealth
as it shows a expensive
and respectable car
brand. This reveals that
someone is wealthy
enough this own this
expensive car, and they
are showing their wealth
through the use of car
choice to show others
around the community.
The silver colours create a
sleek feel to the picture,
adding to the sense of
wealth.

10. Poverty
This picture was taken from a
higher angle which instantly
shows that the individual has
no power. It also reveals that
he is searching for help due
to him looking up at the
camera in a pleading manner.
He is surrounded by rubbish
and rusty metal which shows
that he is in a poor and dirty
environment. The way he is
holding onto the metal
creates a sense of him trying
to escape the environment he
is in.

11. Fear
Fear is instantly revealed in
this picture as you can see
someone being chased. The
girls head is turned away
showing dear and
determination to get away
from the person that is
chasing her. The boy is
reaching out showing a
anger like facial expression,
revealing he is desperate to
catch her. This picture
informs the audience of the
terror and fear between
these two people.

12. Friendship
This picture was taken unknowingly by
the people in it. It shows a natural
reaction where friendship is instantly
seen. The laughing and smiling creates
a soft and vibrant atmosphere. It is a
feel good picture which makes you feel
joy when looking at it. The bold colours
allow the picture to stand out and look
more natural. In addition to this, none
of the people are looking at the camera,
which also makes the picture look more
naturalistic.

13. Greed
The food within the picture
instantly shows the greed that
the individual has. With his
arms wrapped around the
food, it shows that he is
unwilling to share, and is
keeping it to himself making
him come across greedy. The
vibrant colours of the
wrappers instantly draws the
audiences attention to them,
allow them to see that this
picture represents greed.