Understanding Juxtaposition in photography
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Juxtaposition seems like such a hard word, doesn't it, but it is a concept quite easily grasped when explained to you using pictures.
Basically it means capturing the relationship between subjects in a photo so that each part of the image has some bearing on and relativity to the other.
There is another word in photography which means just that but at the end of this post I'll direct you to another site and that site will contain a link to a post which reveals the word to you. It's all the excitement of the learning process, seeing is doing.
Unfortunately, the photos I found on the web were not brilliant although each has some point of reference which clearly uses the technique, which comes naturally to professional photographers. It can be too artistic a presentation for some who merely want to see a "picture" of "photo" of certain objects and are really not at all concerned with their relative placement. A sad fact of life but a true one.
I can remember one of my best photos, taken from a ferry which highlighted the technique showed the white navy ensign which formed the spinnaker sail billowing out in full wind and placed very effectively next to Fort Dennison.
It was a masterpiece of photographer as I first had to instantly recognize its merits and be very speedy with shutter to capture it immediately, as the sail was a moving object and seconds either side would destroy the particular placement, moving objects require just so much speed when compared with a non moving image, but the result is all the more rewarding. Skilled photographers recognize this but the unskilled would just as soon have the photo of the whole ship or of the whole island or of both close by each other which would still be juxtaposition, but not with such flair and photographic excellence as the other.
I put up photos elsewhere, from Reuters daily galleries and one does see a greater degree of excellence there, rather than these photos taken from the web. I find it a very rewarding experience looking at these photos as amongst the 'also rans' there is always the brilliant.
Sometimes, however, it is just the ordinary that is available and they serve their purpose just as well as the extraordinary.
So when you are out with your camera, do look at what you photograph from the perspective of juxtaposition and you will find the images you produce can be very rewarding.
It doesn't matter that, if at first, they are not sensational; it is the awareness of the technique which you will increasingly develop as you move forward with your photography skills, that is important.
So have a really good look at these photos and what I have told you about them, think about it and then try to practice yourself, such images are all around you, all you need is the camera and a good eye and of course, lots of practice, either with a skilled photographer with you, on your own, or with someone who will allow you the freedom to stop and experiment as you go.
The reference I am giving you is to one of to-day's Reuters galleries and you'll find another link there and you'll find out just what that other word for juxtaposition is.
http://www.photographytips.com.au/living-under-a-bridge-and-juxtaposition/
Just remember to take your camera with you, and happy and rewarding 'shooting'.
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It just goes to show what juxtaposition can achieve. Nice to see you as always, Beats Me.
Those ain't smoke stacks, and that ain't smoke. But at least you can produce a "masterpiece of photographer."
Those ain't smoke stacks, and that ain't smoke. But at least you can produce a "masterpiece of photographer." Oh, and by the way, reproducing someone's pictures without attribution is called 'theft,' as juxtaposed to showing your own masterpiece.
I have a different perspective, no restrictions were imposed on these photos, they are on the web, I have not claimed them to be mine, I have just used them for illustrative purposes, You will not see mine here, my repertoire is not so vast and i don't work for free usually except for charities.
This is useful learning for people, and this is a very popular hub.
Internet marches to the beat of a different drum, in case you haven't noticed.
Umm....actually, if they aren't your images, you *ARE* supposed to give photo credit regardless of your personal "perspective". At the very least, it's the decent and respectable thing to do. Since you're passing yourself off as someone who knows something about photography, surely you'd know something as basic as this.
If you've followed previous hubs of mine, you'll see I have said I've taken the images from the web.
I know lots of things, dealing with the self appointed internet police is not my favourite activity.
Don't call again.
Actually, I liked your article and it seems to me to promote exactly what the internet was originally invented for. People sharing information for the advancement of knowledge.
As far as using photos from the internet, look at Zemanta. Bloggers can ad random photos from the internet for free. And unless the image is protected, what is the problem - the originator is probably glad for the exposure.
Your hub for me did a good job of jogging the wheels so to speak. It made me think of composition in a new and intersting way !
Thanks a lot for your comments, john, this has been a very popular hub, mainly because I think people just did not understand the word juxtaposition, which makes for excellent photography.
You raised some good points and provided some useful information, I'm so pleased you drew such inspiration from it.
It's good to feel someone appreciates what a lot of time and effort goes into teaching things about photography.
good advice - useful hub.
Reca, this is undoubtedly my most popular and most read hub, thanks for the comment.
Your "point of view" is refreshingly honest
and expands my sense of creativity!
Thank you for the beautiful images.
I now understand what Juxtaposition means.
Thank you Deborah and I'm really pleased that you now understand juxtaposition. This is a very successful and sought after hub, obviously are lot of people have not understood what it meant.
I really enjoyed reading and learning from this hub, katyzzz. I've always been interested in photography as it helps doubly with my writing when writing up scenery. Awesome stuff (and I learned what juxtaposition is as well).
BTW, You have a great temperament!
I understand what you mean about writing up scenery, it is hard to find a wide selection of appropriately descriptive words and these can be lost on those who have not seen these things before.
I'm glad you understand juxtaposition, dohn, and you have a lovely way of expressing yourself and paying a compliment, thank you so much.
My friend Dayzeebee told me about juxtaposition in acting. It was wonderful how you explained this in photography. I loved it :) The pictures you chose made me see it clearly too. From the bizzare photos to the cute ones, I loved them all. Thumbs up!
I'm really pleased that you liked this hub, Ripplemaker and it's funny how words can be used in different contexts and the meaning changes be it all but by just a little sometimes. It's great to have your visit
Great !! I've bookmarked this for further viewing..
This is a very popular hub, RosWebbART, I'm not surprised when you indicate you will be returning, it's good to have your view.
Nice post..Really like your enthusiasm for photography and your love for wanting to share your images with the world!
Thanks rick, yes I do love photography but the images came from the web. But I search for them and write the descriptions etc.
...cool and interesting! I will explore this more.. :) thank you for sharing! :)
Very illustrative photos. I loved the ones with reflections the best. Thanks for showing what justaposition can do in a photo.
Peggy, lovely to see your bright little face. Yes, this is a very popular post for photographers
Having an eye for details can earn fortune...Very sureal stuff
Thanks Bercton, nice to see you and have your comment.
I liked your article, vote!
This has been a very popular hub, dessm, I'm so glad that people find it useful. Thank you.
Awesome pictures and great contrast good info! Thanks katyzzz!
Thanks nifty, I'll be over to see you soon, I'm glad you liked this hub, it's good to see you again
Useful site, katyzzz. It warms my heart to see how you dealt with the self-appointed photograpic THOUGHT POLICE in earlier posts!
nikonmaven, it's great to see and hear you plus you gave me a good laugh, some folk just have to be in charge, don't they? they should join the Police or the military and not worry about photography.
I'm so pleased to have warmed your heart, I don't think many folk have got one nowadays.
katyzzz, your postings have been of great interest to me. Years ago, when film cameras reigned, I did some interesting double-exposure juxtaposition photography. I am currently experimenting with the techniques in digital, and if the results are worthwhile, I will set up a site here to show them later.
That's very good of you to be so generous, I'll be looking forward to that, I'm a film person myself but have in mind to do some digital work and some videos which I'd like to put up on youtube, but no rush, you know how it is. Incidently I'm Nikon gal just like you're a nikon guy.
Very interesting topic. I have always admired photographers and the keen eye they have for taking pictures. I unfortunately feel like I am lacking when it comes to taking good pictures, I will have to keep reading more of your hubs.
Keep trying anti-matter, I'm sure you'll improve and always remember - TAKE YOUR CAMERA WITH YOU!
Very useful, voted-up, and will be back to read some more! Thanks for such a useful hub...I like juxtaposition...I'll definitely keep it in mind...and yes...never go anywhere without a camera! And at the very least...I'm glad phones have 'emergency' photo capabilities...:))
True Sandy ksk and this is my most popular hub, everyone wants to know about juxtaposition, but it's all around you, and yes the phone caters for emergencies of more than one kind.
Very well explained hub! I will definately be back to see what else you break down!
It's really my pleasure, my pleasure, seems I have developed a stutter!
Truly amazing photograhps
Glad you liked them, they are from the web, nice to see you Errol
Hello Katyzzz,
Loved your pictures and will have a
go soon . It is strange how we look at things and aren't really seeing them! be back for more,thanks jandee
Thanks jandee, this is a very popular hub, I guess it's the use of THAT word that gets people in. Nice to see you and happy snapping
Fantastic Hub! I was just researching for the term "juxtaposition" and my! am so glad I was lead to your hub. Great hub, fantastic images. Keep it up! You've got a new follower :)
Thank you so much talitz, I'm happy to be of help, sorry I have taken so long to reply.
Very informative article. Take patience and practice, I am a amature photo bug. Found your article searching for definition of juxtaposition and examples of photographs. Thank you.
I'll be more aware of juxtaposition now when I take pictures.
Barrock, glad to have your comment and pleased you found what you were looking for.
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B. So pleased to be of help to you in this way, I appreciate the visit and your comments
A bit full of ourselves are we?
I don't believe so, no, confident perhaps
BeatsMe 3 years ago
Hmmm. Interesting pictures.