Sketching memory's

Memory was again an important topic of the sketching assessment done in the lens based media week. A image of a surrounding area that is special to you was the inspiration for the sketch and I chose a photograph of Venice that I took in the summer. I wanted to use it as Venice is a place I visit from time to time; even though its architecture is what is it's most known for in terms of art, I find that when taking photos, there are different interesting things you can discover that do not stand out as much as other aspects. I chose this because it's unusual as gondolier's are known for taking people around Venice on a gondola. This photograph shows them relaxing and contrasting normal ideas. I found that the composition is a great part of it as well as they are in the middle of the piece and focus is placed on them. The scenery around is detailed and colourful too, which provides a more prominent photo