Reflection III and appraisal.

I have ordered my artworks meticulously so that the series flows well from each photograph.

In the first two photographs, the use of patterns, lines and shapes (second piece) is the standpoint of each piece. In relation to the theme of manhood, both of these photos signify a trend that we see so often not only in our society but throughout history, where men follow the pack and simply blend into the status quo.

The third photograph is a glass building that is reflecting an adjacent building. I love the illusion created in this photograph, many people will just look at and think that it is just a single building. This photograph was added into the collection to represent how males change themselves to represent what is accepted of their society or environment at the time. In a metaphorical sense, the glass building is the man's true image but he reflects the other building that is deemed to be the most superior and accepted.

In the next photo, all the colours have been desaturated except for the colour red. This photograph has a very rigid line structure, strong bold diagonal lines, which are emphasized through the colour red. This photograph depicts males during times of war. Looking back at historical events such as the Cold War, men had to emotionless and tough this is represented through the powerful use of lines and the colour red - that symbolizes warfare (blood etc.).

The following photo, filled with intricate patterns and shapes represents the transition / the change of the image of males. This is shown through the curve line structures that still have rigid patterns within them (the triangles and squares.

The sixth photograph is a shot in the Myer's Center in Brisbane, it's a shot of the roof. This photograph simply portrays how males are allowed to express their emotions, both dark and feminine in our society today. This is signified through the use of curved lines and curved shapes. Personally, I love this piece. It's very intricate and eye catching. The lighting, the texture really compliment the shapes and line structure of the piece.

In the 7th photograph, it represents the mental pain of males. Where they bottle up their emotions. Their emotions begin to permanently scar them. The dripping texture within the photograph signifies tears.

In the eighth and ninth photograph, there are line structures and shapes created from simple everyday objects and environments. These following shots were taken at school. The various line structures represents the complexity of men.

The final piece simply closes the series, the circular shape compliments and contrasts with all the other pieces displayed in the series.