Photography Appreciation and Critique

The speaker reflects on the influence of photographers Irving Penn and Richard Avidon, emphasizing the importance of capturing a subject's inner life in photography. They discuss the concept of a blank canvas and how it relates to their work. The speaker also critiques commercial photography, highlighting the difference between authentic and inauthentic campaigns.

Which two photographers does the speaker admire the most?

• Diane Arbus and Philippe Halsman

• Robert Capa and Annie Leibovitz

• Irving Penn and Richard Avedon

• Ansel Adams and Henri Cartier-Bresson

What style did the speaker experiment with while in Paris?

• Landscape photography

• Portrait photography

• Street photography

• Fashion photography

Who taught the speaker about the importance of capturing the subject's inner life?

• Irving Penn

• Richard Avedon

• Philippe Halsman

• Diane Arbus

According to the speaker, what makes a photograph successful?

• The use of advanced technology

• The use of vibrant colors

• Capturing the subject's inner life

• The presence of famous people

What does the speaker believe is essential for greatness in photography?

• Expensive equipment

• Famous subjects

• Believability of the moment

• Technical perfection

What is the speaker's opinion on some commercial ads?

• They are all brilliant

• They are all poorly executed

• Some are authentic while others are not

• They all lack creativity

Which campaign does the speaker find brilliant?

• Prada

• Gucci

• Louis Vuitton

• Dolce & Gabbana

What does the speaker criticize about certain ads?

• Too much text

• Inauthenticity and poor energy

• Lack of famous models

• Overuse of color

What does the speaker appreciate in a Guess jeans ad?

• The realness and energy

• The presence of a celebrity

• The luxurious setting

• The use of black and white photography

What does the speaker find problematic in a Dolce & Gabbana ad?

• The age of the model and inauthenticity

• The choice of location

• The lack of a famous photographer

• The use of bright colors