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    GEORGE EASTMAN This paper is on a man who had very humble beginnings and through his ingenuity and curiosity was able to enhance the culture we live in‚ even today through his inventions in photography. For without his invention of the roll film‚ photography might be a much more difficult process than we are used to in this day and age. Mr. George Eastman was born on July 12‚ 1854‚ in Waterville‚ NY. His father‚ George Washington Eastman‚ ran a business school where he taught bookkeeping

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    In the painting “Double Portrait” by Jan Van Eyck‚ iconography has been used to decipher many of the different possible meanings that the artworks displays. The couple are thought to be Giovanni di Arrigo Arnolfini‚ who was a rich merchant‚ and his wife Giovanna Cenami. Both of the people are from very prominent families. The first theory states that the painting depicts a secret marriage whereas the painting served as a type of certification of the couple. In this theory‚ the bride is seen to be

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    The Importance of Black Photography I think that the point of the reading‚ “In Our Glory: Photography and Black Life” is seeing the struggle the black people had to go through involving the image people thought they represented‚ and also how photography has become an important aspect in their life. A long time ago black people had to deal with the fact that white people thought they weren’t equal. The whites were perceived to be better than the blacks. Images can be looked at in the same way

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    1. What are portraits? Pictures of individuals in which their face and expression are the primary focus. 2. What are candid shots? What are posed shots? Compare and contrast some of the advantages and disadvantages to these two approaches. Candid shots are taken when the person is unaware that the photograph is being taken. Posed shots are ones when the person knows which way to look and which expression to do. Candid shots are good because they are taken at random moments and can capture true emotion

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    Photography is chosen by lots of people for many reasons. I am choosing this job because taking photos is something I love to do. I became interested when I was twelve‚ my cousin only a year older than me got a new camera. I was really fascinated by her camera it seemed really cool. A year later she got a new camera and gave me hers. Following that I had gotten my first backdrop. I began taking photos often especially at my siblings sporting events. I really like taking photos and would love to be

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    The Picture of Dorian Gray: Aging Through a Portrait As the story goes on‚ there are many developments and changes of Dorian’s character in Oscar Wilde’s novel‚ The Picture of Dorian Gray. At the beginning of the story‚ Gray’s personality seems to be selfless‚ optimistic‚ carefree‚ who happens to be admired by many people‚ such as Lord Henry and Basil. But as time goes on‚ his positive personality starts to fade throughout several events leading to a whole new person. Gray is now the character of

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    picture book on Yosemite National Park in California Adams wanted to see the place with his own eyes. During the trip Adams’ parents surprised him with a new camera. Even though it was a simple camera Adams loved it! This is where Adams’ passion of photography began.

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    The seven most comments concerns for not having photographs taken professionally I get it. Photography is a considered purchase that doesn’t usually require specific action by a deadline. I understand that some see it as a luxury whilst others don’t see it as a necessity. Unless you take the time to really consider and make that judgement‚ you could be making a big mistake. Common concern #1 It’s not the right time (aka I’m too busy) With this one I totally get it. As a small business owner‚ mum

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    A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man Commentary Passage: Page 248: "-You made me confess the fears that I have…" – Page 249: "Cranly did not answer." In this passage‚ Stephen is saying how Cranly has made him confess all of his fears to him‚ but then he tells Cranly what he does not fear. Stephen tells Cranly that he does not "fear to be alone or to be spurned for another or to leave whatever" he has to leave. Stephen has gone through several stages in his life‚ and now that he has gone

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    “The Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo” vs. “Self-portrait with Isabella Brandt” Bronzino’s Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo well known by its delicate thus realistic description of the lady and her son. The oil on panel painting depicts Eleanor of Toledo resting her hand on the shoulders of a boy presumed to be one of her sons. Eleanor is presented as an example of a good mother thus the painting presents the theme of good motherhood for prosperity of the society. Pieter Paul Rubens’ Self-portrait with

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