1910

This photo is from my second 1910's inspired shoot and is focused on an easily ignored aspect of early fashion, work wear and working class fashion. This is typically overlooked as early fashion stemmed from expressions of wealth, which presents the styles of only the upper class. I researched into working class fashion and found old magazines and advisement for overalls (image presented in my fashion throughout the ages page) this image inspired my final outfit and image from this shoot. The two separate images were inspired from; vogue and the formal shots taken by Edward Steichen for the indoors shot and the informal shots by Steichen that he used within "Camera Work" to present photography as a fine art which I presented with the outdoors shot that was taken on a grassy hill. To set up this shot I used two box lights, a tripod and a white background to create a controlled setting and studio look, used a chair to add an extra element to the image and looked away from the lighting to avoid a glare from my glasses. To edit this I will replace the seat with a wooden chair and attempt to change the background in order to see if it will better fit with the time period and style. And I will be desaturating the image and trying a boarder.

1920

1930

This photos outfit was inspired by the casual sportswear of the 1930's, wide legged, sinched trousers were popular for style and flexibility for sports. The stripped shirt were made popular from swimwear and sailor uniforms, which the style of leaked into fashion of the time. The beret was a popular hat for the artistic crowd. This Image was taken at Blackburn beach on the pier. I chose this location as it fit in with the sailor inspired pieces and swimwear. This photo has a clear divide between sea land and sky, this composition is broken by the model in the middle of the frame. To edit this photo I will crop the frame tighter, desaturate the image to black and white to mimic photos of the 30's and make the lighting more dramatic.I may attempt an edit making the image into a cover for a vogue magazine as this era was widely respected as having some of the best Magazine covers and artistry of vogue's history This photo may not need to be made black and white as the background is already mostly monochrome.

1940

This shoot was inspired by war time clothing and propaganda, this photo I chose to edit into a poster from this period. I will use another photo from this shoot to edit into a more basic final image to go alongside this. I chose this jacket as It mimicked the formal wear of the era, the bag was similar to traditional army bags and the helmet mirrored tin hats worn by British soldiers while home. To pose the model I referred to my research, using a variety of different poses, the majority that were featured on posters were strong poses to present the strength in the army, so I used a similar pose for my poster photo. I also took photos in basic poses for editing a plain image showing off the clothing For the lighting set up I used an unfiltered light and natural lighting to have both clean and orange light. The background I used was plain so that editing would be easier, and I could cut out the model and replace the background. To edit this photo, I will add an A onto the helmet to represent the marks of soldier ranks (A representing the ambulance team) and a red cross added as a patch onto the bag. To create the poster, I will use aspects of other propaganda I featured as research to create an accurate looking poster. 

1950

This image was taken in the five guys restaurant In Leeds city centre I chose this location as the decor was visually similar to the diners of the 1950's, specifically in the chequered pattern on the wall, this also would have been a popular location for the Greaser to spend time. The outfits I chose reflected the Greaser culture I researched from the period. The pieces included white shirts, leather jackets, denim jeans and trainers, with the added props of a fake cigarette and lighter as well as a cup from the restaurant. This photo has the models standing against the back wall of the location which mirrored my research on the previous slide. I chose to use the cigarette to represent the rebellion and raw element of the subculture, smoking inside was banned in 2007 and has therefore become a representation of older society and outdated lifestyles. To recreate the pompadour hairstyle that Greasers would wear, I had the model on the right use water to temporarily fix his hair back similar to the real hairstyles' trends of the 50's. This will be the last shoot that I edit into black and white as after this period colour film was invented witch made shooting colour photos more easily accessible.

1960's

This photo took inspiration from the photographic styles of the 60's and David Baily's photography. I took this image in an empty field on a foggy day to create this ethereal look to the image as well as keeping the background plain which mirrors the look of David Baily. I chose this pose as it creates leading lines with the models arms towards the centre of the screen which keeps the focus on the model. I chose the "Bell bottom" top as it reflected typical styles from the 1960's and the belt as it included iconography from the same movement and time, the flower being an iconic symbol of the 60's. To edit this image I will use both the crop tool to further remove blank space in the photo and the desaturation tool to further mold the image after Baily. If I were to retake this image with a longer deadline I would have done the photoshoot in the same field but in summer rather than winter. This would have allowed for softer lighting as well as longer hey or straw which would add to the 60s flower power inspiration. I may have also changed the trousers that the model wore to make them also fit better with the aesthetic. I will most likely not use a grain edit on this image as cameras from the time had become more clear and higher quality.

1970's

1980 

This photo was taken in the Bradford media museum in the arcade section, I chose this location as it reflected my research. The arcade would have been a popular location for people to meet during this time period. I chose to use this arcade cabinet in particular as it was released during the 80's. I chose the shell jacket as it was a staple of the bright colourful clothing choices of the 80's , the red glasses contrasted the blue outfit and fit with the red accents on the arcade machine as well as the red light leak that I edited in. I used the square format as, shown in my research the Polaroid camera was incredibly popular during this time, therefore I chose to edit the photo to include the border of a Polaroid camera as well as including some of the flaws of the camera, such as light leaks and scratches which I edited into the photo for authenticity. I also used the flash on my camera as many Polaroid cameras would automatically have the flash turned on. 

1990

This photo was taken in Hyde Park Skate Park. I chose this location for both the smooth ground for skating and the graffiti which would blend into the background and create a better sense of location and theme the photo around the 90s. The outfit I chose included the baggy parachute pants, as referenced in my research, a baggy t shirt and oversized jacket, along with a skateboard and necklace for props. All the images taken were informal and not staged, making the posing and photo look more natural overall which would also reflect the skater style. I used the flash on my camera to take this image as it was shot outside and after the sun had set, however despite this I believe the flash adds to the grunge and skater aesthetic. To edit this image, I will be cropping the image down and using a black or lens boarder to emulate the fisheye lenses that were common in recording skate tricks, presented in my research. If I were to retake this image, I would change the time of day to allow the model to be in more natural, bright lighting which would allow the background to standout more and contribute to the overall image, sunset (Golden hour) would compliment the image well and contrast the greens of the outfit. 

2000

This photo took inspiration after the photography, media styles and Fashion of the 2000's. The clothes chosen reflected the theme, jeweled clothing had come into fashion with tracksuits, cropped and short tops with jeans and leather accessories all reflected the research I had made on the 2000's, I also added some other basic jewelry to give extra character. This image was taken with plain background using artificial lighting (Camera flash) for the purpose of editing this image into a magazine cover. Use of the flash mimicked the paparazzi aesthetic of the early 2000's, along with the camera flash commonly used on camcorders. To pose the model I tried various styles, finalizing on this pose, which fills the frame and is helps box the model within the image which keep the model and outfit as the main focus of the photo. Two styles I was going to try and edit this photo after were, the iconic magazine covers of the time, for example "Teen People", shown in my research and the aesthetic of digital cameras which became popular in the 2000's after their invention in 1999. I may also try combine both edits, if they work well together. If I were to retake this image I may change the belt as it doesn't fit with the rest of the outfit as well.​