TMA 285: Photos, Week 5

Wednesday 

This photo emphasizes vertical lines a lot, which I think only strengthens as the stairs go higher. I took this shot because 1: I was mesmerized by this particular angle of the building, and 2: I see strong metaphorical resemblance in this which reminds me of religious convictions as well as a pursuit for knowledge. I wish I could have blocked the sun, with my hand, so that the lens flare wouldn't be so apparent. 

Thursday

I noticed these square designs along the concrete walls on the south side of BYU campus. The walls are also angular, not curved. These were probably constructed during a time when straight-edged architecture was the only conceivable option, but I find it very interesting that these extra square symbols are also embedded in them. Squares at first can symbolize structure and stubbornness, but I think can also show standards, steadfastness, and monumental (literally) significance. I also like how I captured the corner of the building behind it, but now I wish I caught more of it.

Friday

You may feel disgust at how my apartment doesn't keep the cleanest table, but I found this curious dry white cup mark being found on our round kitchen table a nice companionship. Both are the same shape, but radically different sizes. I see this as a symbol (and forgive me if this sounds like a stretch) of a parent-to-child relationship, especially one where the child is very young, vulnerable, and naive. The parent must be protective, and nourish the child. Of course, this instance of the table is a solid, inorganic symbol, and the mark can be cleaned off in the future, but the sight of the shapes is the speaker here.