Comparison and analysis of the African American struggle in America through two similar photos.
Write a 2 page MLA documented essay analyzing the two images that are attached. Describe the two images in detail to highlight what the viewers need to see and provide a foundation for that analysis. Provide several key points of comparison/contrast as the focus. The thesis statement should make a claim about the key differences [or similarities] in the way that the images establish the purposes to achieve their persuasive effects. Be sure to discuss any of the following compositional elements that apply: distance; angle and orientation; framing; light; focus or blurring; scale, space, and shape; use of repetition, variety, and balance; line; and color. • Follow MLA conventions for formatting the essay, including citing sources for the photographs and any information used to make to give background or historical context. A minimum of 2 sources are required. Remember to use correct in-text citations and correct citations on the Works Cited.
Introduction • Hooks readers’ interest. • Give background on the two images. • Sets up the similarities.
• Thesis statement—indicates how the images use compositional elements to create meaning and evoke emotions. General description of two images • Describes each image in turn using sensory detail. • Describe the photograph using sensory details (such as touch, sound, smell, sight, taste) so that your reader can “see” and understand the photograph. Analysis of the two images. • Analyze and contrast each image in turn, using the ideas from observations, question asking, and close examination.
Conclusion • Return to the big picture for a sense of closure; • Make final comments about the significance of analysis from two perspectives. Works Cited Cite source(s) used per current MLA guidelines.
