Lincoln Continental Star and Its Reflection | Automotive Photography
A Chrome Ornament Above the Hood’s Soft Reflected Light
The Lincoln star is small within this photograph, but its reflection makes it the center of attention. I framed the Continental’s hood closely in black and white, placing the upright ornament toward the right and leaving the background softly blurred. The broad hood carries gentle light beneath the much sharper metal form.
I like the way the real ornament and its reflection differ. Above the surface, the chrome catches bright highlights; below, the mirrored shape becomes darker and slightly stretched by the hood’s curve. They meet at the base, then lead the eye in opposite directions. That simple relationship gives the photograph enough structure without a busy surrounding scene.
A long line in the bodywork approaches from the left, guiding attention toward the star. Beyond it, a softer curved car detail appears near the upper left edge. Most of the background remains dark and indistinct, so the ornament’s fine lines can stand apart. The photograph holds one recognizable emblem within a much quieter field of tone.
I made the image at a gathering of classic automobiles, drawn to what could be found by moving closer rather than stepping back. Here, the Continental’s character rests in a single detail and the polished surface around it. A viewer who enjoys automotive design can recognize the star, while someone drawn to minimal compositions can follow its shape and mirrored counterpart. I return to the point where the two meet, then to the soft light across the hood. The image gives a familiar car emblem space to become a small sculptural subject.
© Dan Kosmayer, 2013
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