I like the photos that he takes, especially the portraits. I am really starting to hate the black and white photos though. I am also surprised that Nick doesn't use telephoto lens, because it's easier to shoot with them.
2. Do a google image search for Nick Brandt, find your favorite photo and post it on your blog.
3. Describe it and tell me why its your favorite.
It's black and white, and has a lion and a lioness. It's my favorite because
4. What rules of photography are evident in the photos you selected, be sure to explain the rule to me?
Rule of thirds, avoiding mergers
Do a google/wikipedia search for Nick Brandt
5. What kind of camera and lens does he use and why is this important?
Pentax 67II camera with 2 fixed lens, it is important because the lens captures the right moment, and the camera is based on film, so the photos are already b/w
6. What is his reason for taking these photos?
He wants to show animals in their 'state of being'.
7. What is his hope by taking these type of photos?
Raise awareness that the animals are under the threat of human civilization.
8. Find something he has to say about Africa, and post the quote on your blog.
"When people in Africa are poor and starving and there are no crops left to eat due to the deforestation and global warming leading to ever-worsening droughts, they cannot be blamed if they kill the last zebra walking through the bush for their family to eat."
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