Max Dupain- Photo Analyses

The Jetty, 1952

silver gelatin photograph

40.5 x 50.5 cm

signed and dated lower right: Max Dupain '52

Sold for $3,840 (inc. BP) in Auction 4 - 16 & 17 April 2008, Melbourne

Max Dupain's image, 'The Jetty', is a beautiful photo that uses light in an interesting way to create different interpretations. Lighting is used in this photo between the contrast of the sky and dark water which leaves us in awe. The objects that are on the jetty have been placed very carefully and thoughtfully to aid in the construction of this image. Max Dupain has achieved an excellent image also by the use of shadows that are on the wharf, which are 'leading lines' towards the horizon. 

Olive Cotton Inspired Photos

Olive Cotton (Life and Work)

Cotton studied arts at Sydney University, majoring in mathematics, and went to work with Max Dupain, in his studio, as an assistant. Cotton's curious career reflects the imbalances in gender and various social restrictions. She was drawn to the play and the movement of light to enhance her photos to make it perfect for the viewer to understand and aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

Glasses

Australia

11 Jul 1911 - 27 Sep 2003

circa 1937

Dimensions: 21.2 x 15.6 cm image/sheet

Medium: gelatin silver photograph

Max Dupain- More Edits

 I think this image is great as the various shades of grey, black and white shine throughout the image. The shot is taken on a beach from a low viewpoint in an abundance of weeds.

I took this image from a high view point looking down on the leaves and the silhouetted person in the background. I think the shadows in the image go well with contrast of the dark and light colours in the foreground and the background.

This image is taken from a low view point looking at the stumps of a tree and an opening in a fence. The shadows of the tree are found on the deck towards the bottom of the image. The different tones in the image create a sense of balance and unity.

Photos using Max Dupain's Style