Having edited the images shot at a ratio of 2:3, I revisited the ones taken at 16:9. As a result of this, I cropped the images from the previous experiment.
When comparing, it seemed to me that the 16:9 format worked better in column form.
It would also mean being able to select my final images from those that were shot using this ratio rather than having to take further photos at 2:3.
My first consideration in relation to this decision was time. With only two days to go before submitting my final images, I should focus on the strongest images taken so far rather than going out and making new ones.
The second consideration was the ethos behind this project – images taken during the time of lockdown and self-isolation. With the Government gradually easing the restrictions, it would go against the grain of what I was trying to achieve.
The third, and final consideration, was that of the 1 June 2020, people would be allowed to exercise outside in groups of up to six people (as long as they were practising the two-metre social distancing). Combined with the current sunny and very warm weather, this would be mean much more people in the park. This, in turn, would restrict my shot potentials.
Jennie Meadows MA Photography 