mise and scene in pop

1. In this image of Katy Perry, there is a baby blue
ombre effect background, blue is a pure light
colour which signifies wisdom, confidence and
calmness, it is also considered beneficial to the
mind and body, keeping in mind the young female
demographic, colours with meaning are important.
In contrast to the background Katy is wearing a
holographic multicoloured zip up dress which is
heavily covered in sequins. The use of multiple
colours cleverly represents the pop industry and
what it stands for. Her hair appears to have been
blow dried into an almost messy style, her green
wavy hair is simplistic yet stylish as she poses
touching her hair at the back. Eye contact is being
made with the audience in a way which suggests
confidence and power. Her makeup is very light
and not very visible, this lures the audience
towards Katy’s dress and does not take attention
away from the main focal point of this photograph.
Lighting is high key in this medium close up of
Katy Perry, again this indicates the pureness but also emphasises the multi coloured dress,
hair and makeup, overall making Katy look flawless, opposing to low key lighting which
conveys drama and mystery, the audience can acquire a sense of positivity from the bright
light which highlights the vast range of colour and cheerful vibe which is associated with pop.
One Direction are seen posing
together conveying friendship and
closeness, each of their outfits
complement one another through
the colour black. Two of the band
members are seen smiling into
the camera, whereas the others
are enticed laughing. This relaxed
setting of the boys can help the
readers relate to them as they are
not posing for a traditional photo,
their laughs are genuine. This
image captures each one of the
boys individuality through their
general fashion and hairstyle,
Harry for example is rather messy, his hair is long and untidy and his shirt is seen hanging
down, Liam on the other hand is quite the opposite, his hair is neaty combed, shirt is tucked
in and he is even wearing a blazer, this makes him seem like the more reserved professional
member of the band rather than Harry who is portraying a fun, outgoing guy. The
background of this image is rather homely, the palm tree leaves wallpaper adds to the
general aesthetics of this photo and at the same time makes it more relaxed. Happiness is
heavily conveyed through the boys positioning with one another, you would expect to see

2. this pose when friends go out and pose for a photograph together, this illustrates that they
are all comfortable being together and the audience can therefore hold meaning to the
image which connotes a happy cheerful vibe. The lighting in this image is again highkey,
there is no use of any props but positioning and facial expressions are used to signify the
mood.
In this image Justin Bieber stares boldly into the camera in a
way that suggest attitude but at the same time vulnerability,
Justin could be classed as vulnerable here do to his facial
expression and exposed shoulders. The colouring is very
edgy and modern almost similar to contemporary art, the
image has been made up to look like a piece of art through
the use of ambient lighting, this also accentuates his body
art. The grey tank top that Justin is wearing helps to define
his muscular shoulders and bring out his tattoos, young
females adore images such as this one as they can see
Justin for who he really is. Justin’s hair is covering one of his
eyes, this furtherly draws attention to them as they look
mysterious and he seems to know something that the
audience does not. His hair has been styled to look messy,
this again fits the modern stylish men's hairstyle of long and
untidy, his hair could be classes as matted in this particular
image, matted hair is associated with beach hair, Justin is Canadian and has be known to
resignate in LA, the hairstyle is a reflection of the beach states he lives in. the background
being purple represents power, creativity, wealth and pride. Each characteristic can be used
to describe Justin as a person hence the use of ambient lighting to reflect the mood and
Justin's personality to a further extent.