Tuesday 5 April 2011

Figure 3 (nest) For this photoshoot I aimed to create a large scale birds nest, taking influence from the wendy bird house from JM Barry’s ‘Peter Pan and the lost boys’. I created a nest scene, putting a slight twist on the original with the aim to capture a real sense of security and nurture, whilst still obtaining the youthful elegance of the model used. I think she portrays a strong sense of youth within, pushing the look of innocence which is often the case now with such magazines as Dazed and Confused and I.D using models as young at fifteen, where as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar always use a more mature looking model that portrays power and sophistication, so to appeal to their demographic audience. The image is slightly more art based in what you would see in more high stream fashion editorials I feel as though it tells a story of magic and wonder more than promoting a brand or fashion designers new collection. The clock in the background is a strong element in the narrative as this plays a big part in JM Barrys ‘Peter Pan and the lost boys’, the fact that once your in Neverland time almost stops-you don’t age/grow anymore, this is also furthered by the models youthful appearance, noted in her flowing hair, natural makeup and all round childish stance, portraying a sense of vulnerability. The white wing in the background providing security for the children, a visual representation of the boys being under Wendy’s ‘wing’ and the books show connotations of a motherly figure in which Wendy proves to be for the lost boys teaching them all to read and write it also reflects the age and maturity of the model shown, reiterating the need for an education and to further her knowledge. The hat that is worn provides her with an angelic quality, the circular shape creates an aura around her head depicting connotations of a halo.

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