Effects of Closed and Open Landscape Photographs
Closed Landscape
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| Megan Arnold, Sedona 2013 |
The closed landscape above is read as a comforting place that has room for "questions" and thoughts as to what is covered by the tree and where the river leads to. In this sense, it has a tinge of mystery and intrigue that many don't realize to begin with. (I didn't allow myself enough processing time in Photoshop to accentuate the colors.. oops) Moreover, it is nothing like the following image...
Open Landscape
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| Megan Arnold, Sedona 2013 |
Open landscape images leave no room for questions or mysterious moods. Taken on a cloudy and somewhat dreary evening, the photograph was hindered slightly but oh well; I still like it. This image looks nothing like the above picture and is read in an entirely different manner. Everything in the frame is clearly seen and there is no area of detail that is left out. The horizon line can be seen clearly and there is detail in every minute area of the frame. In addition, it has less elements of leading lines and other photographic techniques and is mostly "there" to showcase the beautiful landscape of Sedona, Arizona.
Both images taken by myself, Megan Arnold, on November 4, 2013
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