The images I have submitted for tutor assessment are those that I feel at this moment work within the narrative that I am trying to construct; in the event these may not be included or may be substituted for other images later on if I feel that they are not suitable for the narrative flow. Continue reading “Dinara Assignment 1”
Category: Assignments
Dinara Sharipova Photofilm 1
Adilzhan Baratov – Photofilm 2
Yernar Sarseyev – Photofilm 3
Initial proposal statement
For the course I had recently finished (YOP) before embarking on this one, I made a series of photofilms on local artisans that were overdubbed with interview material where they explained a little about their crafts and why it is important that the folk arts and traditions are passed on to subsequent generations. By combining image and spoken word, I enabled the protagonists to retain their own voice, as such empowering them and avoiding ‘exotic’ readings of the individuals and their work. Continue reading “Initial proposal statement”
Yernar Sarseyev – first visit
Yernar is a lawyer, and works with the parents of children who attend the centre, as well as giving legal advice in a more general way. The first time we met I explained the rationale behind my project, and he was the first to ask what my interest was in disabled people. I explained that first of all I abhor injustice, that secondly I enjoy challenging stereotypes, and that thirdly I enjoy meeting people and getting to know their stories – under the skin as it were. Continue reading “Yernar Sarseyev – first visit”
Yernar – second visit
Second visit
Again, not a visit per se, but we arranged to meet at the centre. Since Yernar is not a full-time employee, he does not have a permanent office, and on this occasion we set up an impromptu office in one of the classrooms. He told me that he gives legal counselling to the parents on issues concerning their children. While I was filming he was discussing some of the rights and benefits these parents were entitled to. Since their own cases are confidential, I asked Yernar to discuss general issues with them while I filmed with the microphone turned on. Continue reading “Yernar – second visit”
Yernar – third visit
Third visit
Since Yernar only works on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 4, I have to wait for suitable opportunities as I am usually working myself at that time. As soon as a window appeared I gave him a call and he told me to come over and we’d shoot a session where he’s on his way to work. He really gets the idea about presenting some kind of narrative, and suggested showing the process himself. Continue reading “Yernar – third visit”
Yernar – fourth visit
Fourth visit
I had arranged with Yernar to interview him at the day centre, since with a newborn baby in the apartment I didn’t think there’d be much chance of getting a peaceful environment in which to record. However, on the day that we were supposed to meet, there was a problem with the InvaTaxi service he had booked, and he was unable to get to the centre. Off the cuff, I asked him if it’d be alright if I came to his place to record the interview. After consulting with his wife, he called me back and said it’d be ok if I came right over, so I threw all my equipment in a bag and rushed over to his place as quickly as I could. Continue reading “Yernar – fourth visit”
Yernar – fifth visit
Fifth visit
Yernar had told me that he was planning to get his hair cut, and though it would make for some good material and he’d call me when he planned to get it done. I was doubtful that I’d have the chance, but a last-minute cancellation meant that I was able to meet up with him. Continue reading “Yernar – fifth visit”
Carl Whetham photography 