Artistic Review

Whilst reviewing Bryan Farley's photography portfolio, I was able to study his work and assess the quality and effectiveness of his website. The website was very effective at advertising to his audience, and also serves as a great connection from the viewers to the true definition of photography. At first glance, Bryan Farley's website has many links on his page which guide viewers to his Portfolio, Gallery, About section, Contact page, and his Blog. It contains pictures of his recent projects, a description of the events, as well as the names of the people in the photographs. 

The first technique used to draw you into the website is definitely tasteful. The layout itself expresses his own style, which is very unique and modern but still classic. Adding to the artistic layout is his use of photos throughout the site, which gives you a really good sense of who Bryan Farley is. The photographs of people on the Home page matches the introduction of his site - "As a person with individual disability, I am motivated to uncover hidden stories. Healing and recovery interest me more than tragedy. by showing images of diverse groups finding common ground, I can teach others to avoid tragedy or lessen its impact. I am a photographer, teacher and advocate. I am also a person who lives with epilepsy." This is such a strong introduction because it not only presents the photographs on the website, but it also represents Farley as a photographer, and the struggle he goes through everyday living with epilepsy. 

Although the visual appeal is what grabs your attention it's the content that keeps you on the website. The About section includes a biography, his talents as a photographer and how he plans to make the "invisible.. visible" through photography. After reading his biography, readers are sure to understand the unique eccentricity of his photography, making them want to see even more photographs and keep up with them. On the site he includes a Portfolio section, with both pictures and descriptions of events he's photographed. He also has a Gallery section, with details of all the photographs that he's posted on this site. The website also includes a Contact section which will allow fellow photographers contact Bryan for advice or commentary on their photos.

Bryan Farley's website does a fabulous job advertising his photography and making viewers want to return to his site and view his latest photos. His website reflects him as a photographer, proving that his website really does hold the definition of photography. Bryan is a great teacher and enjoys finding the beauty of things through photography. He inspires many through his photography, as well as looking at life a bit more open-minded. His website makes his photographs so accessible and really helps fellow photographers become more involved with his and possibly their own photography. It serves as a connection from the photographs, to the people, and finally to the heart of other photographers, making for a great website.