Context and narrative / Maria Short.

Introduction. The photograph: The function of the photograph; The photographic brief; Context and the photograph; Case study 'The Regency Project'- Richard Rowland; Exercises and summary. Subject: Choosing your subject; Concept; Equipment and materials; External factors; Case study 'Homeless Ex-service' - Stuart Griffiths; Exercises and summary. Audience: Audience and intention; Statement of intent; The response of the audience; Intention, interpretation and context; Case study 'The King Alfred' - Simon Carruthers; Exercises and summary. Narrative: What is narrative?; A series or set of photographs; The single image; Case study 'Average Subject' - Kim Sweet; Exercises and summary. Signs and symbols: Basic theory; Negotiating signs and symbols; Enigmas and truths; Practical techniques; Case study 'Les Moguichets' - Betsie Genou; Exercises and summary. Text: Using text; Integrated text; Text within the image; Accompanying information; Case study 'Uncertainty' - Trevor Williams; Exercises and summary. Conclusion. Recommended reading. Online resources. Picture credits. Index. Acknowledgements. Working with ethics.

An introduction to the use of storytelling in the creation of meaningful photographic images. Throughout this book, Maria Short will guide you through the structure and method behind creating successful images to enable you to apply the techniques to your own photographic work.