Inspiration

After talking to Ms. Murphy from Hallmark, I looked through their catalogue and their pictures online and I found them really inspiring. I love the composition  in a lot of the pictures, and the focus, and I found them very impressive. I also looked up her friend Katy Merry, and her pictures are beautiful.

I think this picture is gorgeous because it is lit perfectly, the depth of field showcases the bride's mehndi and it makes me think of all of the Indian weddings that I have been to and how fun they can be. I also like that you can't see her face, and it isn't a traditional portrait of the bride. Also choosing to make the picture black and white takes away any distractions because saris that brides wear tend to be very bright and the bangles do as well. On top of the rich colour of the mehndi, the rings wouldn't have stood out, but in black and white, they contrast and are the focal point.

http://www.ktmerry.com/portfolio.cfm?galleryID=5