Minimalism is a style employed by many 20th Century artists, using a minimum amount of components such as color, shape, line and texture. Within the art world it is considered an extremely subjective concept, leaving interpretation and meaning up to the viewers perception of the work. The rule is to keep it simple but that doesn’t mean it needs to be boring or uninteresting. The subject has to be the strongest element of the shot, even though it may not take up the majority of the frame. Achieving a strong compositional element to a minimalist photo is absolutely key in enhancing the impact of the shot.
The use of color in minimalist photography is highly evident and it is an extremely useful tool when it comes to capturing an eye catching yet simple shot. What many minimalist photos lack in subject matter they make up for in color and in this case, the brighter the better! In a similar way to the use of colour in minimalist photography, the effectiveness of line within a shot can be vital in adding to the image when subject matter is limited. Like a lot of minimalist art, some minimalist shots are based purely on texture and colour, yet they grab your attention even without any distinct subject matter. For this, you need not only an engaging surface, but also the means to capture it in an interesting way.
Many minimalist photos are eye catching, featuring simple lines, appealing colors and could be considered an artistic expression, but once you’ve mastered capturing appealing images; it’s time to take on a greater challenge. Can you tell a story through a photo shot in a minimalist style? Is it possible to convey a scene or event using reduced subject matter, colors and shapes? To achieve this, you may well need to incorporate some interest from light, people or movement, but next time you’re out shooting an event, once you’ve got all the shots you need, try summing up the event in one shot using as little subject matter as possible, you might surprise yourself!
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