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Photograms

3/17/2014

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PicturePhotogram by Farah Shaikh (class of 13)
Background:
Photograms (or rayograms) were made famous by photographer, Man Ray but they were actually invented by from 1843, Anna Atkins, who illustrated the book, British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions which was the first book illustrated with photographs, which were solely photograms of botanical specimens.

Assignment:
For this assignment you must study photograms and create two photograms yourself.

2 Photograms must be passed in. *They must contain different objects and look like two different compositions.

Steps:
  1. Study photograms from master artists.
  2. Compile objects to experiment with for photograms.
  3. Play with your objects in order to find a pleasing composition.
  4. Place your paper under the enlarger. *Do not use a filter.
  5. Place your objects on the paper.
  6. Run the enlarger for about 4-8 seconds depending on your objects.
  7. Develop using the normal chemistry.

Objectives:

  • Review the elements and principles in order to utilize them in your composition.
  • Think abstractly in order to create an abstract composition from real objects.
  • Study photograms of master artists in order to utilize their techniques and ideas.

Grading Criteria:

  • Craftsmanship
  • Work habits
  • Concept
  • Design
  • Technical Quality

Self-Critique Questions:

  • How did you place your objects on the paper to create a harmonious composition?
  • What objects did you use and why do those work when making photograms?
  • How did you utilize the techniques used by master artists like Man Ray and Christian Schad?

Tips:

  • Before you begin in the darkroom, be sure to play with the placement of objects on your paper. What makes the best photogram?
  • Remember, no cheesiness. We are striving for fine art.
  • Plants work really well. Try them.
  • Transparent objects also work well.


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