I researched some portraits taken from behind, and analysed what makes them interesting to look at when the face is not visible. Usually, the hair would be eye-catching, of the model would be wearing a bright or interesting outfit. Also, the choice of background colour could contrast with the model or lead the viewer to consider the mood and story behind the image. Alternatively, there would be a more sensual vibe, where the model is not fully clothed, bringing focus to the curves of his/her body. Lighting would be used to accentuate this, as well as softening their skin.
My concern with needing to submit a front, side and back shot was that without the face and make-up being visible, the back image might be a little boring, especially when the hairstyle I wanted to use was not an intricate one. Therefore, I thought about my composition and my model's poses - I wanted to keep the childlike concept, so I thought initially of my model playing with her hair with her fingers. I liked the simplicity of the first image. I then wanted to incorporate shadows, in theme with my word 'penumbra.' So I directed my model to create a heart shape with her hands, and made sure the image was taken at the right angle so that both her hands and the shadow created on the wall behind could be seen. This shadow helps to fill what would otherwise be a large blank space. I loved this second image - it maintains the youthful vibe, while also incorporating 'penumbra.' I am pleased with how my back images came out, and think I have avoided them looking too plain.
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