Test shots

There have been over 130 test shot taken covering everything involved in the ‘refined ideas’ section. The images do portray a section of family life; however they are just too ordinary and hold little interest. There are a few images that do stand out.

In no particular order:




(i) Mother Alison watching tv surrounded by dogs, a typical evening meal. The food is cooked, tables are put up, tv is turned on then the food is eaten. Not the most exciting image, but the reflections on the windows are interesting, it portrays the family car.




(ii) Nephew Callum watching the tv being closely watch by Tia. As soon as any food is dropped or isn’t being guarded, then it goes. Although she is well trained she does sometime forget herself, she is continuously reminded.




(iii) The examination of three generations of the family; mother, daughter and granddaughter. It is the first time they have got together for a while, so are keen to share stories and exchange items that have been brought.




(iv) Created using the timer on the camera. A self-portrait with family. Done for fun but creates interest. The only figure that it aware that their behaviour is being monitored and recorded. May well be further explored.

(v) The favourite of all taken. Father Brian doing the washing up in the kitchen after Mother has cooked. Lonely feel to the composition, almost as if segregated form rest of family who are watching the tv.

The ideas that will be followed and re-shot are those focusing on watching tv (shot from both inside and through a window, possibly as a self-portrait) and household activities (cooking and washing up).