The relationship between the photographer and the subject
Photo assignments Theme: digital empathyConsider the power and responsibility of the photographer. Experiment with transferring the power from the photographer to the subject.
Consider the power and responsibility of the photographer. Experiment with transferring the power from the photographer to the subject.
Learn how to interpret images using tasks from the Neemo workshop, created by the photographic artist Nanna Hänninen. We can learn new things about ourselves, other people and the world around us by interpreting and discussing images.
Practice observing new things in a familiar environment through photography. Reflect over what photographs can teach us.
Discuss the challenges of interaction in a digital environment. Consider how we could be more empathic while communicating with digital devices.
Learn about rules concerning photography image use and copyright through answering quiz questions.
In small groups, draw up an ethical code of conduct on photography and image use and implement it as a meme.
Consider the rules, restrictions and rights around publishing a photograph through an example image.
Learn about street photography and its methods. Go on a street photography excursion and take photographs on a chosen theme.
Try taking pictures so that you control the result as much or as little as possible. Discuss who is the author of the photograph: the photographer, the camera or the subject?