The Del Lowethal Photographer's Ethical Window

2.1

I was asked by the photographed to document a charity event for his start-up advertising agency. Both are aware that I was photographing but were not aware that I was photographing them. Whilst I was primarily documenting the actual event I wanted to document the documentary of the event – how he was filming etc. This image was chosen by the photographed because it shows that these two people are documenting something but what they are documenting is unclear. To the people at the event this is a unique image from that specific day but at the same time it serves as a generic image that can be used on his website which clearly captures one of his key services as an advertisement filmmaker.

2.2

This image is a 2.2. The concept was that I was giving away a signed, limited edition, empty, Perspex box in exchange for a photograph of the participant with the box. I have put myself first in that I chose the image that would be put on display. I had no intention of reprinting the images for the participants as they had already received a free one off piece of art. It was interesting to note that once the images were put on display some people photographed their photograph. The participants gave permission for me to use their image in any way I like and whilst the images do become my artwork I think that the final exhibit allows all involved to take part in the experience. This may question its authority as a 2.2.

1.2

This is an image where photographer puts the photograph first. It was taken by chance as my brother held a snowball ready to fire at an unsuspecting victim. As he was holding it he simultaneously sneezed sending the snow flying off in all directions. The photograph captures a split second in time and the shutter speed allows the chaotic moment of the snow to be preserved for others to see and question its authenticity, did he really sneeze? I had no permission to take this photograph and when I reviewed this image I chose it as it captured and preserved the essence of that day.

1.1

This is a portrait of me taken by someone else whilst on holiday in Portugal. I gave permission for my photograph to be taken and I have chosen the image, therefore the photographed has put the photographed first. To others this may seem like a simple snap shot but for me it is a memory of the warm coastal location that was enhanced further by the secluded area we found to watch the sunset. As the designated photographer there are not usually many photographs of me, this photograph captures me, in one of my favourite places.