Between WWI and WWII, Ansel Adams and ten other photographers formed Group f/64. The group named themselves after the aperture setting that created the greatest depth of field so that most of an image was in focus. Group f/64 worked near where we live today, and were considered the West Coast equivalent of Stieglitz and studio 291.
For this project, everyone in the group will choose a different Group f/64 member to emulate. Each person will produce five black and white photographs shot at the maximum depth of field that our cameras and lenses allow (probably f/22). The group must report to me before you are allowed to shoot. Pretend that I do not know much about the photographers. You do not need to be inspired by the photographers, but your work must be influenced by the photographers. You must also shoot at school, so consider these limitations when selecting your photographer.
When you research the photographers, please use reliable sources, such as the Oakland Museum.
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Posted May 21; assignment given May 19th
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