met·a·phor
ˈmedəˌfôr,ˈmedəˌfər/
noun
a thing regarded as representative or symbolic of something else, especially something abstract.
EXPLANATION: For our first project, you will make a photograph for half of the words/terms on the list below. Each photograph should be a visual metaphor that represents and is symbolic of that word/term.
DIRECTIONS: Put your DIGITAL camera on "auto" function for the time being. Think outside the box and make a photograph that is a visual metaphor for each of the following words/phrases. Brainstorm your ideas first.
DUE:
-Bring your photos (in the camera, on the memory card, on a thumb drive, etc.) to class on Thursday/Friday, Sept. 14/15 (whichever day your class meets)
-1/2 of the photos are due to receive credit for the project.
-Complete the entire list for extra credit.
THE LIST:
high point
familiar
too much
12 midnight
the end
love
three
contemplation
warning!
electric
sharp
red
reflection
movement
soft
cold
closed
new/old
single
oversized
intimidating
hot
energy
music
community
shadow
THE CHALLENGE:
Don't go for the literal translation. You are infinitely creative and clever. You can do this. ;)
The apple above is a photo a student made for the word "forbidden." See how the photo tells a story in relation to the word? Good, huh? ;) Use this as an example to inspire your creative thinking. Go beyond the obvious...push your brain to make unusual/unexpected connections to images.