1. Ansell Adams is a American photographer born in 1902, his work features mainly nature
photography either close ups or landscape, for example showing dramatic views and scenery
Category of Photographs: natural and nature photography.
Purpose of Photographs: to display natural forms, his pictures are used mostly for ascetical value
and often sold on their own as artwork however they are sometimes also used in calendars and as
promotion for some American national parks. In his pictures the large landscape which show large
aspects of nature give the effect of nature versus humanity. His photos could be described as having
a religious aspect or the idea comparing heaven and earth. Most of his photos are in black and white
and they have very fine detail within the large landscapes and he uses a large format camera to
capture the images. His photographs often show dramatic views and scenery
Image Analysis This picture was taken on a
tripod to achieve a steady shot and adjust the setting without getting camera shake and the camera
won’t move once the photographer has decided the composition of the shot. The photographer has
also used a small aperture to achieve a long depth of field. So the background of the image is also
still in focus.
Interpretation of Meaning I think the tree is the main focus of this picture and I think the
tree symbolises old age as lines and twists in the bark are visible in the picture also the
branches are leaning to one side suggesting it has been there for a long time. The mountains
in the background which make you think of the perspective as the tree looks tall in

2. comparison to the small mountains n the background which give a humbling feeling to the
picture.
Image Analysis To capture this image the
photographer will have had to place the camera very close to the flower and manually focus
to get a sharp image.
Interpretation of Meaning
I think this picture symbolises loneliness as there is only one flower and nothing else in shot. Also the
romantic connotations connected with the rose suggest it has been given to someone and it may
suggest love or a broken relationship.
Image Analysis This image is using a
small aperture which means the picture has a long dept of field so the detail is shown in the
background as well as the lake in the foreground. A tripod has also been used to create a
steady image and capture the perfect composition
Interpretation of Meaning This landscape picture is a display of natural beauty; its large scale and
high level of detail give it a awe filled feeling and the idyllic scenery may mean it’s a connection to
an idea heaven and earth also because the picture id black and white it create as a ‘abstract’ feeling.

3. John Rankin Waddell Rankin is an English photographer Who takes celebrity portraits often used for
advert campaigns and magazine cover shoots.
Category of photographs, Fashion photographs for adverts magazine covers and editorial
photographs
The purpose of the photographs is to show celebrities and models looking glamorous, for a magazine
shoot, to make you want to look like them, also to advertise a product in a glamorous way he makes
them look luxurious making them appealing to the public. His pictures have a very modern feel. They
are all in very sharp focus they look classy often in black and white as well as being often quite
simple with just the model or celebrity in the shot. For these reasons the photos look expensive and
high end. Rankin is very well known for making the most famous of celebrities feel very comfortable
in front of the camera allowing him to portray a very different side of them.
Image Analysis This picture has been taken on a wide
aperture, so the queen’s face is in focus and the flag in the background is blurred and out of focus.
Bright lighting has been used so the colours in the picture are brighter and bolder.
Interpretation of Meaning This picture of the queen shows a different side of her the public rarely
see's she looks relaxed happy and comfortable contrasting to the composed and calm version we
usually see in the media. The bright bold colours to show symbolise liveliness happiness and vitality
show the queen is still very active and has youthful aspects to her personality. By photographing her
in front of the union jack shows her patriotism and pride, the texture in union jack and the bright

4. colours make it look informal this informal feel is mirrored throughout the whole photo making it
relatable for the general public.
Image Analysis To achieve this picture the model has been light
from the left and right sides, and has been shot in front of an infinity wall so the background is dark
and subtle. the photographer has also use a wide aperture to the forefront of the picture and the
model is in sharp focus.
Interpretation of Meaning This image of Kate Moss is very stripped back and contrasts to the
images we are used to seeing of her, made up and very posed. she is wearing minimal make up and
appears very natural and 'stripped back' which implies her personality is being shown even her hair
is back symbolising she has 'nothing to hide behind'. The plain background means there is nothing to
take the attention off her, she is in the centre of the picture looking above the camera which may
imply she is dreaming. Her skin and complexion look perfect and the way the light is shining on her
may possibly make her look angelic.
Image Analysis This photo is of the
Olsen twins, the picture taken in front of a white infinity wall and bright white lighting has been
used. a wide aperture has been used to achieve sharp focus in the forefront of the picture.

5. Interpretation of Meaning They are dressed in white clothes and the surrounding and background
are bright and white. all of these aspects give the impression they are being portrayed as angelic and
pure, contrasting to how they are usually show in the media. The way they are positioned. facing
each other and stood very close, however they don't seem to be looking at each other, they appear
to be looking through each other. This could be playing on the fact they are twins, maybe
symbolising 'being one person.
Tom Jenkins
Tom Jenkins is a sports photographer for the guardian he takes high action pictures during matches
and sport events.
Category of photographs, Sports and
editorial photographs used in the news paper the Guardian
The purpose of the photographs is to capture goals and action of the players. These photos are then
printed into the guardian to accompany the relative sports article. Jenkins is well known for taking
pictures that aren’t normally expected and often show the athletes character or portray the
atmosphere of the match.
Image Analysis this
photo has been taken using a 44mm lens, the shutter speed was set to 1/640 a fast shutter

6. speed will allow the photographer to capture the gymnast as they move. the small aperture
of f3.2, will give a short depth of field making the gymnast sharp and in focus and the lights
in the background are blurred giving the flared effect.
Interpretation of Meaning
the bright light flares around the gymnast gives a Circus like feel to the picture which may mean
that the photographers sees gymnasts like acrobats. Also the black background with the boarder of
flashes means the gymnast is the main focus adding an importance to them. the picture has a high
level of detail which shows his muscles and physique showing strength and determination
Image Analysis to achieve this
image a 550mm lens was used. And a fast shutter speed of 1/1600 allows the
photographer to capture actions shots of the cyclists. the aperture f5.6 small aperture gives
shot depth of field meaning the background is blurred and the cyclist is in focus.
Interpretation of Meaning
I think this picture suggests victory and patrisiom as the cyclist is wearing the great British Olympic
kit and the flag is visible on the top of his helmet and the colours or bold and bright. However you
can see Olympic rings in his visor which portrays the spirit of being a team during the Olympics and
being united by the sport. Also the exhaustion is shown by his tense muscles which portrays his
strength and determination.

7. Image Analysis this picture has
been taken with a 135mm lens, and to achieve the blurred effect on in the picture a fast of
shutter speed has been used the photographer used a small aperture of f11, to achieve a
long depth of field.
Interpretation of Meaning I think the main meaning of this picture is Speed and the nature of the
sport as well as the blurred audience showing speed teams they appear as a blur contrasting to
how the audience appear on this picture how the audience feel watching the sport