Architectural photography is the photography of buildings and structures.
The above image was taken by Pygmalion Karatzas, they are a greek photographer specialising in architecture. The image is of the Actelion, in Switzerland. I find this image really powerful as the contrast between the building and background is so strong. The angle that the image is taken is also effective as it helps to show the unique shape of the building, something I’m sure the architect would be happy with.
The image is also very minimalist, with just the building and the sky above. This helps to focus the viewers eyes completely on the building itself. I think the image suits being in black and white as well as it makes it looks more dramatic, this is because there is no colours or anything taking away from the building.
The above image was taken by Belgian photographer Danica O. Kus. It is an image of the Terrace in Singapore. I really like the use of colour in this architecture image, it helps to show how the architect has incorporated greenery into their design, The angle this image was taken at also helps to show just how big this terrace is, as well as showing various different aspects of it. From the seating area, to the canopy overhead.
I also really like that the photographer has created a photo that gives the viewer a clear idea of where exactly this is, the colours and elements included such as the colourful buildings in the back, help to show elements of Singapore.
This image is by Marcela Grassi, it is of the Museu d Arte Contemporanea de Niteroi in Brazil. I love the angle that this was taken at as it not only shows the unique elements of the building compared to the landscape, it also shows just how vast in size the building itself is ands where it is situated. Just by the photo itself you can just tell what the building is used for, due to the colours and how unique it is.
The colour that the photographer shows also helps to create a striking image as the building contrasts completely to the surrounding landscape and makes it stand out.
This image is by Cristobal Palma. I love the fact that this image is shot from an aerial view, it shows just how big it is and how much of the landscape it takes up. Shooting the building from this angle also helps to show the unique shape of it and how architecturally unique it is.
I also like how you can see people walking about the grounds beside the building, this also helps to emphasis the size of the building. This angle shows how much thought has went into the building as well, as you can see clearly how the grassy areas surrounding the building move in the same way as the building, something you would not see if you photographed it at a different angle.
This image is by London and Melbourne based photographer Rory Gardiner. I love the minimalism in his image, it helps to shift the focus to the architecture alone. instead of focusing on colour he is focusing mainly on the one thing, id say in this case it is the texture within this architecture.
I really like the fact that he has included a figure in this image as well. This again like the previous image, helps to show the size of the building and how it compares to a human being.
I also think it is effective that he has photographed it at an angle where you can see the corner of the building, this helps to give it a more 3D look and makes the image more interesting.
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