Photo Analysis: Selena Gomez

 

 

What is in the centre of the image?

In the centre of the image is the singer/actress Selena Gomez.

 

What is on the periphery?

A pool is shown behind the model but there isn't much being shown as the model takes up most of the composition.

 

Has the photo been staged?

I think this photo has been staged as she the photographer would have told the model to slowly move her hair back.

 

What do you think happened directly before the image was taken?

I think the lights and positioning of the camera would have been tweaked to reach its full potential. The photographer would have also instructed the model on what to do.

 

What do you think happened directly after?

I think that after this photo was taken, the photographer would have took a couple more but with slightly different lighting or camera angles. And then they would have tried a different pose for the model so they had a variety of images to choose from.

 

Is the entire photo equally in or out of focus?

The photo is in focus on the model but don't think it is to its full potential. For me, it seems like the model seems slightly blurry but that does add to the water effect.

 

Is the lighting bright, dim or shadowy?

The lighting is really bright in the image but shadows are used on the models face and her arms. The shadows on her arms also enhance the reflection from the pool water which adds a glowing effect.

 

Is there any obvious cropping? What do you think was left out?  

I would say this image is cropped just because of the small absence of her elbow.

 

What age, gender or ethnicity do the model(s) appear to be?

The female model seems to be in her early 20s and the only ethnicity able to identify is white.

 

What can you tell about them from their dress or situation?

She seems sexually provocative in this image as she is looking serious and is wearing a swimsuit.

 

Are they looking directly into the camera, inviting empathy or away, signifying distance?

The model is looking directly into the camera which will draw in an audience.

 

Is this photo taken at a high angle or at a low angle?

The angle of the camera is not at a high or low angle. the camera seems to be directly opposite the model.

 

What is their posture? Does the posture hint at other activities, feelings or situations that are not otherwise obvious in the photo?

The models posture is very strong and straight so it makes her look confident towards the audience.

 

Under what circumstances did the photographer decide to take the picture? Think about weather, time etc...
It looks as though this photo was taken in the summer as it looks sunny which gives the imaged a bright effect.

 

How 'real' is the setting? Does it look like an actual place or something imaginary?
The setting is real as the model is in a real pool and the background isn't produced by a green screen.

 

Why do you think this photo was taken? What is its purpose?
I think this image was taken for promotional purposes for the singer/actress.

 

Where could you see this picture appearing?

 I could see this image in a music magazine promoting Selenas new album or even as a front cover of a magazine she is featured in so it appeals to the target audience and her fan base will buy the magazine.