I took Professor Feil’s advice and went outside to photograph interesting objects in nature that seemed appealing to touch. As I observed nature, I realized that when I think about tactile experiences, I often start to feel the texture of an object in my mind before I even touch it.
This exercise turned out to be really useful. As I explored, I found many intriguing tactile elements in the natural world. For example:
- Edge of the leaf
- Flowers
- Nature elements combined with everyday objects (rain + car)
- Metal objects
- Fence
- Ripped paper
There were more textures, patterns, and forms than I had expected. This experiment helped me pay more attention to details and gave me a better understanding of how to incorporate tactile elements into my future photography projects.
Although the exercise was really helpful, I realized that for my final project, I don’t want to focus solely on simple photographs of objects. Instead, I aim to capture more complex scenes that evoke deep emotions and tell a story. I’m going to use these natural elements as an inspiration.
I want my final photographs to go beyond mere visual representation and engage viewers on a more emotional and sensory level. By doing so, I hope to create a more immersive and impactful experience that resonates with people. I want to continue pushing the boundaries of traditional photography by integrating more tactile and interactive components into my pieces.
