Photography Studies

My main idea was to explore how framing and focus can change the way we see an everyday subject.

Instead of photographing the entire object, I moved closer and concentrated on specific details, textures and colours. This allowed me to create images that feel more abstract and visually focused while still keeping the original subject recognisable.

For the smartphone photograph, I focused more on surface detail and depth. For the flower image, I explored stronger colour and natural texture.

I used close framing and shallow depth of field to separate the main subject from its surroundings.

For the smartphone photograph, I focused on a small section of the device so that the surface details remained sharp while the surrounding areas gradually became softer. This helped create depth and direct attention toward the focal point.

For the flower photograph, I used a closer composition and stronger colour treatment to emphasise the shape, texture and natural details of the petals.

I also paid attention to background distractions, cropping, contrast and colour so that the main subject remained the strongest part of each image.

I started by looking for subjects that had interesting textures, shapes or small details that could be explored through close-up photography.

Instead of immediately taking the final photograph, I experimented with different camera distances, angles and focus points. Moving closer to the subject helped me discover details that were less noticeable when viewed normally.

For the smartphone image, I tried different angles until I found a composition where the sharp focal area and blurred background created a stronger sense of depth.

The flower gave me an opportunity to approach the same idea differently. Rather than focusing mainly on surface detail, I experimented more with colour, natural texture and a tighter composition.

After taking the photographs, I reviewed the images and made adjustments to cropping, colour, contrast and overall presentation where needed.

Nikon D5600

The final outcome is a pair of close-up photography studies exploring two different types of subjects.

The smartphone image focuses on detail, material and shallow depth of field, while the flower image explores natural form, texture and stronger colour.

Although both photographs use different subjects, they share the same idea of looking more closely at familiar objects and using selective framing to make small details become the main visual focus.

What I found interesting about this photography study was how much a subject could change simply by moving the camera closer.

A smartphone is something I see and use every day, but when I focused on only a small section of it, details such as its surface, edges and material became much more noticeable. Using a shallow depth of field also helped me control where the viewer looks first by keeping one area sharp while allowing the rest of the image to become softer.

The flower study gave me a different experience. Instead of the harder surfaces and technical details of the smartphone, I was working with natural shapes, textures and stronger colours. I used a closer composition to bring more attention to the petals and their details.

One of the things I learned from these photographs was that photography is not always about finding an unusual subject. Sometimes changing the angle, distance, framing or focus can make an ordinary subject more interesting.

I also became more aware of background distractions and how small changes in camera position can affect the final composition.

These studies helped me develop a better understanding of selective focus, close framing, depth of field and visual observation. They also encouraged me to look more carefully at everyday subjects and explore different ways of presenting them through photography.