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 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.