Week 10: Show Week

My friend, who is also into photography took this photo between shows during New Slate. This hall has florescent lighting, which I initially thought would make my skin tone look harsh, and not provide any sort of definition or shadowing to my body. Though my friend's camera may have helped, this photo was beautifully taken. I feel that the shadowing (perhaps due to the fact that this hall gets no sunlight at all, and the florescent bulbs seem warmer) perfectly captures my figure. I feel that the background really adds texture to my figure and the position that I am posed in. The contrast between the cool and textured background against the warmth of the light absorbed (?) by skin captures my eye. We have discussed this many times in class- the idea of not being afraid to play with opposites: contrasting colors and a variety of brushstrokes. I feel that this concept is interesting and can provide a lot of dynamic to the piece, depending on the context and what one is attempting to evoke.

On another note, thank you very much Lonnie for the opportunity to take this class- I feel that I have developed a new and more insightful perspective in design, which I also feel I can apply to my choreographic aspirations. I am excited to move forward in my lighting aspirations with many of the concepts that we have discussed in class!