Read and Respond 1-- Simplicity in Photography

The main point that photographer Ron Craig is trying to get across is keep it simple. This is so important to photography because a simple image can be the most compelling. He gives a great example saying a close up of the quarterback is a much more interesting and emotionally compelling photograph than one of the whole field. The two best ways to achieve simplicity are is to just get closer to your subject. You don't need the entire subject in the photo for the message to come across. The second way is to simplify the color palette. An image with less complex colors can be more powerful. Some other more complex ways are selective focus and contrast management. I think this is great advice. I think an simple image is much easier to interpret and can come across more powerful like he said. With less to look at I personally think an image is more interesting and more beautiful.