The idea behind my photo is to showcase something that I care about, sewing. Although there is a range on what sewing encompasses; fabric, thread, needle, operator, etc. I determined my focus would be the foot and needle; the laborer and the artist. As can be observed in the less compelling photo, foot and needle really wouldn't be highlighted unless it is at 'work'. Therefore, I felt the need to capture my focus in motion in effort display it's actions behind creating something new. If stagnant it would seem as though the photo was staged, which takes away from the experience or the nature. Captured in motion and with the particular angle, it evokes the narration and message of the story. It is clear that the action has only begun and continues directly towards the observer. Where will it end up? How fast is it going? What is being created? At another angle, the side, or above, the narration and message would differ, as would the mood and emotions involved. Thus, the mood and emotions are ones of eagerness, curiosity, and a feeling of playfulness. The interacting between the needle and style of fabric adds to the completed possibilities of the work in progress. When thinking back to the video clip "Creating Compelling Photographs", I knew that it was important to zone in on what I wanted to focus on and capture, or reduce and simplify. In addition, I attempted to remove clutter or other items or aspects that would take away from the story being told.
