Visual analysis essay

Thesis (Insert the thesis approved in class here):

In this image, the photographer attempts to show how primitive was the healthcare service at ancient time and how the treatments were done at that time.

B) Body Paragraph 1 (What is the photograph’s message?)

The image tells us about the situation of health care at ancient time. Beside this, I think the photographer took this photo in order to show the upcoming generations how close and emotional was the relationship of a doctor with the patients and their family at that ancient time.

C) Body Paragraph 2 (How are the following aspects helping the photographer present his claim:

· Light Quality- Sun(source), Right side from the window (direction), Soft and Hazy (Quality)

· Angle of View- Straight at the object

· Framing/Composition- Artist has used the ceiling, walls and the floor as the frame

· Color- Subdued and muted (black and white)

· Focus- Doctor, patient and the old woman with pleading hands are in sharp focus. The edges of the picture like ceiling, walls and the floors are out of focus. Artist has created emotional mood.

D) Body Paragraph 3 (How does image appeal to the audience?) - Sadness

E) Conclusion

Thus, by using different visual elements and appeals in the photograph, artist has succeeded in giving the message he wanted to give.