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I need to tell a story using pictures?
I have an assignment for my art class in which we must take a bunch of pictures that show the principles of composition. However the pictures must also tell a story. The story isn't as important as the actual pictures themselves. I'm good at taking pictures, but I am out of ideas when it comes to telling a story.
Any ideas?
Also, I cannot be in the pictures, but my friend will be helping out, so she can be in them as well as any props.
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- 8 years agoFavorite Answer
If you don't know what story you want to do, it might be helpful to figure out your "message" or "metaphor". So, take the theme, think of what you want to leave the audience with: surprise? Shock? Sentimental Romance? Then think of whether you have some cultural narratives or metaphors to draw from. Think past the usual to some sort of myths or narratives that mean something personal to you. This step is useful because your audience will get more out of the piece if there are subtle allusions for them to discover, and it will also help you develop depth in your piece.
Example of this include characters (tragic hero/ine, rescuer, love across boundaries, etc.) overcoming adversity or conflict, etc. Think of some of your favorite animes and try to distill lessons and narratives from there.
Since you'll be taking pictures, a lot of this inquiry will depend on what you like to take pictures of and what cool settings are available in a convenient location. Are there cool abandoned buildings (always fun), interesting statute gardens or forests, or places with lots of drama? Are you more interested in b&w style drama and portraiture, or colorful macros?
Think of what you like to do, what's available, and what sort of message you want to leave your audience with, and the story should be easier to work out from there.