Contrasting Places
Artist Research:
Gerry Johansson:
•Gerry Johansson is a Swedish photographer known for his minimalist and documentary-style photography. He often captures landscapes and urban environments with a focus on simplicity and detail. His photographs have a calm and serene quality to them.
•I find inspiration in his ability to capture the essence of a place through his minimalist approach. I also admire the attention to detail and the way he brings out the beauty in seemingly ordinary scenes. His photos can also evoke a sense of calm and tranquillity, which can be inspiring in a fast-paced world.
Research into documentary style photography:
•Documentary photography is a genre of photography that aims to capture real-life situations, events, and people in an objective and truthful manner. It focuses on telling stories and documenting moments of significance, often related to social, cultural, or historical issues. Documentary photographers strive to depict reality as it is, without staging or manipulating the scenes. The purpose of documentary photography is to inform, raise awareness, and provoke a deeper understanding of the subject matter. It can be a powerful medium for storytelling and shedding light on important social issues.
