Judge is Lois Talley
https://photographybylois.com/
LoisJTalley@gmail. Com
Photography By Lois
7 Lowell Ct.
Brownsburg, IN 46112
BIO:
I have been composing photos since age 17 & doing photography for hire for over 25 years. What started out as a passionate hobby somewhere along the way took on a life of its own.
My background in art was a great source of education in lighting & composition while my time as a petite model helped with posing skills.
I have worked hard over many years to hone my photography skills and continue to enjoy “stretching” myself to learn new skills through workshops, meetings and photographic competitions. I enjoy being a member of IPPG (Indianapolis Professional Photographers Guild) & PPA (Professional Photographers of America)
Through Professional Photographers of America, I was awarded my Master of Photography degree --
Earned through education and print competition merits earned through International Photographic Competition.
TOPIC: MINIMALIST
Minimalist photography is an approach that emphasizes simplicity, focusing on just the essential elements of a composition to create powerful and impactful images.
Here's how to approach minimalist photography:
Simplify the Composition: Strip away unnecessary elements to focus on the core subject.
Embrace Negative Space: Use empty areas to draw attention to your subject and create balance.
Focus on Strong Subjects: Choose subjects that can stand alone and captivate viewers.
Utilize Color Thoughtfully: Work with a limited color palette or consider black and white to enhance simplicity.
Pay Attention to Composition: Use techniques like the Rule of Thirds to create visually appealing images.
Experiment with Lighting: Use light and shadow to add depth and emphasize your subject.
Explore Textures and Details: Highlight interesting patterns or surfaces in your minimalist compositions.
Use a Wide-Angle Lens: This can help capture expansive negative space in landscape shots.
Consider Long Exposures: Smooth out elements like water or clouds for a more minimalist effect.
Useful websites for inspiration:
https://121clicks.com/?s=minimalist
Selected Key Global Minimalist Photographers
1. Michael Kenna (UK/USA): Known for black and white landscapes with long exposures. Website: www.michaelkenna.com Also Francesco Libassi (Italy) https://www.francescolibassi.com/bwportfolio
Fan Ho (China/Hong Kong): Renowned for minimalist street photography. Website: www.fanho-forgetmenot.com
Hengki Koentjoro (Indonesia): Focuses on minimalist seascapes and landscapes in black and white. Website: www.hengki-koentjoro.com
Alan Schaller (UK) https://alanschaller.com/streetphotography
Natalie Christensen (USA): Creates minimalist urban landscapes focusing on color and shadow. Website: www.nataliechristensenphoto.com
Saul Leiter (USA):
Nina Papiore (Germany): https://121clicks.com/inspirations/minimalism-black-and-white-photography-by-nina-papiorek#:~:text=Nina%20Papiorek%2C%20a%20German%20photographer,stark%20simplicity%20with%20profound%20depth.
These photographers demonstrate the power of minimalism across various subjects and styles, from landscapes to architecture and street photography.