TED: The passing of time, caught in a single photo | Stephen Wilkes

The video explores the 'Day to Night' photography concept, capturing multiple moments in a single image. The process involves photographing iconic locations over extended periods, blending the best moments into one photograph. Influenced by history and art, the project captures significant events and natural phenomena. The photographer reflects on the philosophical aspects of photography, highlighting the disconnect between experience and sharing. The video concludes with a unique experience in the Serengeti, emphasizing the importance of shared resources and a new narrative in photography.

What is the main concept behind 'Day to Night' photography?

• Capturing a single moment in time

• Blending multiple moments into one image

• Creating a timelapse video

• Photographing only at night

How does the 'Day to Night' project change the perception of time?

• By showing time as a static concept

• By compressing time into a single image

• By eliminating the concept of time

• By focusing only on nighttime

What inspired the 'Day to Night' project?

• A trip to the Grand Canyon

• A painting by Van Gogh

• A visit to the Eiffel Tower

• A commission from Life magazine

What is a 'master plate' in the context of 'Day to Night' photography?

• A single photograph taken at night

• A collage of images blended together

• A painting of the scene

• A video of the entire day

What role does painting play in the 'Day to Night' project?

• It serves as a direct template for photographs

• It is used to color the photographs

• It is not related to the project

• It influences the composition and style

Which historical event was captured using the 'Day to Night' technique?

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The first moon landing

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The 2013 presidential inauguration

What challenge did the photographer face during the 2013 presidential inauguration shoot?

• Lack of lighting

• A shifting horizon line

• Unstable weather conditions

• Crowd interference

What unique observation was made about the animals in the Serengeti?

• They avoided the water source

• They shared resources peacefully

• They were aggressive towards each other

• They migrated to a different area

What does the 'Day to Night' project reveal about the human experience?

• It highlights the importance of solitude

• It emphasizes the need for speed

• It shows a disconnect between experience and sharing

• It focuses on technological advancements

What is the significance of the 'Day to Night' project in terms of storytelling?

• It eliminates the need for storytelling

• It focuses only on historical events

• It creates a new narrative of untold stories

• It tells a single story