I like this photograph so much. The rubber duck draw my first impression.
There are a few sentences used to explain upon a photograph published in a newspaper. That I can interpretation of events based on the setting, and the people pictured in the photos. The caption of this photo shows that the rubber duck was designed by Dutch conceptual artist Hofman. This photo was taken in the Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbor.
The denotative meaning of this photograph about a yellow rubber duck is swimming in the Hong Kong harbor. A person stands near the rubber duck who wears sunglasses and with a smile on his face. He looks happiness and confidence. However, the connotative meaning is bringing a positive and peaceful message for Hong Kong people through rubber duck. It has a great symbolic meaning for many people which represent our childhood. Through the rubber duck, the artist and photographer hope people can find out their happiness and feel relaxation.
There are using many techniques in this photo. The focus point is the rubber duck which draws my immediate attention. Furthermore, the rubber duck is bigger than the other building and ferry. The focus and sharp of rubber duck is outstanding and big, whereas the building is blurred and small.
Adopting a lower angle can enhance the feature of rubber duck. Moreover, the artist also looks powerful from a lower angle. It seems to represent he is proud of his creation.
For the lighting and texture, the background is blurred so as to highlight the rubber duck. The lightning of the photo is quite soft, so I guess the photographer mainly uses the natural light instead of the light beam focusing on the rubber duck to create the positive image. In fact, artificial lighting is not nature but is man made, the feeling is disharmony and indirect. However, natural lighting is the best light for the eye. It creates a harmonious and congruous feeling for audience.
Another important technique of this photo is the color. It is easy for us to find the yellow rubber duck in the middle and have a shadow on the sea. It not only enhances the textures of the rubber duck, but also draws audience’s attention.
In my opinion, there are some visual arguments in this photograph. Commercial building represent Hong Kong is a flourishing city, but people under too much pressure and sadness. However, rubber duck represent positive image and happiness. The background of building and the rubber duck have a strongly contrast. Through the rubber duck, it promotes and reminds Hong Kong citizens the importance of peace and happiness.
No doubt, images can have different value for different people. For me, this photo is meaningful and valuable. It brings me back many pleasant memories. When I was young, I must play rubber duck when had taken a bath. Until now, I still keep my own rubber duck at home. Based on valuable memories, dear reader, that is why I like this news photograph.
Source: http://www.reuters.com/news/pictures/archive?page=24&pageSize=10
There are a few sentences used to explain upon a photograph published in a newspaper. That I can interpretation of events based on the setting, and the people pictured in the photos. The caption of this photo shows that the rubber duck was designed by Dutch conceptual artist Hofman. This photo was taken in the Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbor.
The denotative meaning of this photograph about a yellow rubber duck is swimming in the Hong Kong harbor. A person stands near the rubber duck who wears sunglasses and with a smile on his face. He looks happiness and confidence. However, the connotative meaning is bringing a positive and peaceful message for Hong Kong people through rubber duck. It has a great symbolic meaning for many people which represent our childhood. Through the rubber duck, the artist and photographer hope people can find out their happiness and feel relaxation.
There are using many techniques in this photo. The focus point is the rubber duck which draws my immediate attention. Furthermore, the rubber duck is bigger than the other building and ferry. The focus and sharp of rubber duck is outstanding and big, whereas the building is blurred and small.
Adopting a lower angle can enhance the feature of rubber duck. Moreover, the artist also looks powerful from a lower angle. It seems to represent he is proud of his creation.
For the lighting and texture, the background is blurred so as to highlight the rubber duck. The lightning of the photo is quite soft, so I guess the photographer mainly uses the natural light instead of the light beam focusing on the rubber duck to create the positive image. In fact, artificial lighting is not nature but is man made, the feeling is disharmony and indirect. However, natural lighting is the best light for the eye. It creates a harmonious and congruous feeling for audience.
Another important technique of this photo is the color. It is easy for us to find the yellow rubber duck in the middle and have a shadow on the sea. It not only enhances the textures of the rubber duck, but also draws audience’s attention.
In my opinion, there are some visual arguments in this photograph. Commercial building represent Hong Kong is a flourishing city, but people under too much pressure and sadness. However, rubber duck represent positive image and happiness. The background of building and the rubber duck have a strongly contrast. Through the rubber duck, it promotes and reminds Hong Kong citizens the importance of peace and happiness.
No doubt, images can have different value for different people. For me, this photo is meaningful and valuable. It brings me back many pleasant memories. When I was young, I must play rubber duck when had taken a bath. Until now, I still keep my own rubber duck at home. Based on valuable memories, dear reader, that is why I like this news photograph.
Source: http://www.reuters.com/news/pictures/archive?page=24&pageSize=10