Every image should be strong for itself. At the same time they should work as a series.
Also write in a short essay about these things:
- what is your story about?
- what is special about it?
- What is new about this for the audience?
- What was surprising for yourself?
Objective:
Tell a compelling visual story using only five images. Your goal is to create a short narrative — with a clear beginning, middle, and end — through carefully composed photographs. Think of it like a mini movie told through stills.
What to Do:
Plan Your Story:
Come up with a simple story idea. It could be fictional or real, dramatic or funny, abstract or literal — as long as it has a sense of progression.
Shoot Thoughtfully:
Take five photos that, when viewed in order, tell your story clearly. Pay attention to:
Composition
Lighting
Perspective
Emotion
Details that move the story forward
Edit & Sequence:
Arrange your five images in the order that best communicates your narrative. Title your piece if it helps clarify the story.
Tips:
Use a consistent visual style or color palette to tie the images together.
Think about pacing — how each photo transitions to the next.
Avoid using text or captions to explain your story. Let the images do the talking.
Examples of Narratives:
A character loses something and finds it again.
A day in the life of someone (or something!)
A transformation or change over time
A conflict and its resolution
Deliverables:
5 final images, in narrative order
Optional: A title for your photo story