I chose Julia Margaret Cameron’s “portrait of Julia Jackson”, because it is a strong photograph and is not typical of old-fashioned photography. This turns over my idea of 19th century’s female portrait photographs. The social status and lifestyle of many 19th century female portraits are represented by the subject’s hairstyle, make-up, and dress. But in this photograph, Cameron framed Julia in the center of the photograph and cropped it to make a close up. I could not see her social status and lifestyle from this photograph. I feel this emphasizes her personality. Julia is Cameron’s niece and one of her favorite subjects. I believe Cameron tried to capture Julia’s personality in her photo.
I am surprised that portrait photography has not changed since the 19th century. Since then, photographers have tried to capture both people’s personality and beauty. I can see similar types of portraits today.
Yes a really interesting protrait. The way the light falls from one side to the other is still used by some photographers. It makes the scene dramatic and very 3D. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI think this picture is very interesting because it looks more modern than a 19th century potrait. I like how the photographer concentrated the light on one side of the subject's face,rather than in the front. This creates an interesting contrast between the left and right side of her face.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your reasons for describing this as an atypical 19th C portrait.
ReplyDeleteCameron was interested in her niece's personality. We can still feel her presence today! Cameron produced some of the most compelling portraits of all time.
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ReplyDeleteIt's the first i've seen this photograph and it trully is stunning.Her characteristic selective focusing makes it so lively and tridimensional.Thesplit lighting is also remarkable.Yet there's something beyond the technique,her soul has been ''captured''.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this incredible portrait.