Photograms: A Thematic Series

For our second photography problem we will be working in the darkroom creating Photograms. Photograms are pictures that are created without a negative. They are created by placing objects on light sensitive paper followed by an exposure from a light source. These objects will block light (similar to a negative) and create different values of black.

Ultimately, you will be creating a thematic series. A theme is simply a subject that your image will be about. A series is multiple photographs that are pieced together. Basically, you will be creating 1 unified piece of art that has subject matter that all relates to one theme. For tomorrow, you will need to bring in objects that have a general connection. Stuff in my backpack, pocket, or locker are unacceptable. School supplies have been overdone. Think of a way to make this personal to you. If you hare having trouble, look at the slideshow below to get ideas.