For this project we were tasked with taking photos of various incarnations of the same subject matter with our own unique touch. For my subject I chose to do the rhinoceros, an animal that has been near and dear to me since the day that I was born. In 2002 when my mother delivered me, the first stuffed animal given to me was a rhinoceros that is still present in my bed to this day. Because of my early connection with this animal passed on to me by my parents, the rhino has been my favorite animal ever since due to the nostalgic feelings it brings me. Over my life my family has helped me to accumulate various different forms and fashions of rhinos that not only show my interest in the creature but also the true beauty of the rhino as well that I am able to put on display. The concept of this project was to portray the rhino as the main subject while also signifying the nostalgic memories that they bring me as I've grown up. To capture the essence of growing up I shot at different locations with different backgrounds of varying significance of my maturing as a person while still allowing for the main focus to be on the rhinoceros. Overall through this project I wanted to take some detailed pictures of my favorite animal, and at the end of the day I think I did just that!

For this photo series I would be photographing the landscapes held within Biosphere 2, self sustaining ecosystem in Oracle, AZ. Biosphere 2 was created in the 90's as an experiment to create a fully sealed self sustaining ecosystem that could possibly aid in space exploration later on down the road. Although the experiment was not completely successful, the architecture of the building mixed the many different biological systems that are present within would create an extremely good photo series. The subjects of the photos would be a mix of the futuristic looking building, the engineering spaces, the plants and animals, and everything else the confines has to offer. I think a wide frame of view would allow the viewer to fully engage with the space and make them feel as if they were actually there. Because of the wide variety of different landscapes and colors I think it would be cool to put them only display. The thing connecting all the photos is the futuristic and space looking architecture, so by making sure that aspect is present doing color should be no issue.

I want this series to convey the idea of the future, while still allowing the viewer to be present in the now. Allow the science and concepts driving the project of Biosphere 2 to shine through while giving the viewer access to their senses through the photo. For example taking images of the the different trees, flowers, fruits/vegetables or other things present such as the rocks or bodies of water. I will portray the idea of space exploration/future thinking by embedding the buildings architecture into each photo. I also think that some differing angles at which I take the pictures may also add some cool effect to the photos.

For this photo series I would like to portray the landscape of a university campus through the POV of an student. I would like to encapsulate this "landscape" by shooting at numerous different locations on campus that are easily identifiable by not only the student population but also the general population as well as a college campus. Some ideas for subjects I have for these shots include different hallways and college buildings, the library, science labs, the mall, the student union, university blvd, sports arenas, etc. I think I would use a straightforward composition to let the landscape in the image do the conveying of information. I think that I would like to use color images because a lot of the individuality of our campus and college campuses in general is from the differing color ways and tones of the buildings and their interiors. By being able to capture the similar tones and colors in different areas of campus, id be able to create a cohesive photo series.


I intend this series to convey the hustle and bustle of the college student, while also showing the beauty of the campus we get to call ours. For people who aren't affiliated with the U of A or who did not attend, their portrayal and image of campus is extremely superficial to what they can physically see when they drive by or what has been shown to them through social media. However, the true allurement to campus lies within the confines of the places not accessible to everyone. Therefore through this series i'd like to portray the spaces and environments that intuitively everyone knows are there, but have not physically had the chance to encounter and interact with themselves.

This photo series would use the golf course I work at/a golf course in general as the landscape. The subjects that would be included in the series would be the different types of landscape/natural aspects on the course (trees, ponds, washes, sand traps, etc.), different parts of the actual holes (tee boxes, greens, flag sticks, golf carts), and also the pro shop (inside, outside, parking lot, bathrooms). All of these different aspects of the course would come together nicely to create an aesthetically pleasing photo series that would also accurately portray the location. I think for the composition I would have a wide frame of view showing lots of the landscape and surrounding areas in each image showing nice uniformity of the location. I think that color images would look good, but I think that black and white images would also show connectedness of the landscape super well.

I intend my photographs to convey an escape from reality, a location where people go to relieve their stress and forget their responsibilities. A place that is green and serene existing in our hot desert environment. I will try to convey this idea of an escape by taking these images in the absence of life (other people, animals, etc.) and making sure the focus of the photos is on the actual landscape and golf course as a location and not other distracting subjects.

For this photograph/photo series the main subject would be different Rhino figurines and collectibles that I have accumulated over the last 21 years of my life. The rhinoceros is an animal of beauty and strength that are native to both Africa and Asia, and have been my favorite animal since the day that I was born. Because rhinos are found in different regions and climates of the world, I think it would be interesting to travel around to different environments around town to shoot different backgrounds for each photograph. The main subject of each photograph would be the rhinoceros, with possible differing backgrounds, lighting, and positioning in the frame. I think based on my idea to shoot at different locations it may be interesting to pursue color photographs. However because rhinos are naturally grey, black and white may also look good.

I intend for this photo series to convey the glory and pure beauty of this animal through a toy and collectible stand point. As someone who lives in Tucson, AZ with no real access to go see these creatures in their true native habitat, I have turned to collecting and decorating my room with this fantastic creature. Through this series I hope to not only display the intimidating yet harmless rhino's persona, but also show the true childlike spirit that an animal can bring out in a young adult. Over my 21 years of having this favorite animal, I have been able to accumulate quite a few different variations and models that would not only show my dedication to this interest, but also how I have grown up as well. Having everything from my "teddy bear" in my bed to a wall hanger for my keys, I hope that the many different incarnations of this single subject matter I own are able to convey my curiosity and interest. Shooting some of the photos both inside my room as well as outside in some different environments may add to the overall imagery I am trying to pass along as well.

This photograph/photograph series would be depicting different baseball fields across town all from the exact same point of view, home plate. What would be included in the shot would be the entire baseball field and the surrounding environment that is beyond the outfield fence. This would show how each field although should be the exact same, inevitably are not in many different aspects. The composition I have this picture is standing on home plate facing directly forward towards centerfield, however a view of home plate and the field together in one photograph may portray the idea of "home" better. Depending on the time of day the sky a sun will change the lighting and feel of the photograph as well, so a back and white series may be better. This field is empty, but I feel like photographing a field with actual players and coaches on it would also add to the effect however it would be a bit more difficult to pull off.

I intend this photograph series to convey not only a field where a baseball is played, but where teammates are able to bond, where life lessons are learned, where games are both won and lost, a place that is "Home" to anyone who steps on it. As someone who played baseball for almost 18 years of my life, I dedicated a lot of time to the field to the point when there were times it felt like it truly was my second home. To further deepen this idea of "Home" in this series I was planning on taking the photographs while standing on Home Plate of the baseball field. Although it may not be present in the image I posted above, anyone who knows baseball would be able to tell you thats home plate. Therefore the deeper meaning is present there without being explicitly shown in the photograph.

The main subject of this photograph/photo series would be a Pyrex dish. Pyrex dishes have been around for a long time and are a sort of collectible nowadays than can be found mostly in antique and vintage shops. These dishes come in many different shapes, patterns, and colors that all vary vastly, however all made by the same manufacturer for the same purposes. The composition of this photo would be a centered dish on a surface with minimal background to have the main attention be on the pyrex dish. In this shot I have a green table, however I think a more antique looking surface may give a more vintage feel to the overall photograph. Especially since the pyrex dishes have so much color on their own, a less vibrant colored table would also help to draw more attention to the center of the photo.

I want my photograph to convey a vintage midcentury modern vibe. These dishes are "old" yet in great condition therefore I would love to display their beauty. Collecting these dishes is a hobby that my mom has taken up because of the memories these dishes bring of her family. So I want this photo series to convey not only a hobby that has nicely decorated our house, but an object that brings back the joys of her childhood that she is now passing on to me and my brother. An object that has served food and brought us all together around the dinner table to share each others company and laughter many many times. I may be able to use my dining room table as the surface to further prove/show how the pyrex has brought us together through sunday night dinner. I intend to have warmer lighting to help give the homey/cozy feel as well.