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Robert Downey, Jr. (by Timothy White) The type of lighting used in this definitely artificial light, probably studio fill since it's unclear if there are one or more light sources, and White uses leading lines with the bricks and also their texture to create rhythm and make RDJ stand out against a crazy background. He also utilizes point of view to create a different take on the actor's portrait. Instead of just a face shot like most, he doesn't even make RDJ fill most of the frame, instead letting the bricks fill most of the frame give a more interesting effect. []

Marilyn Monroe (by Richard Avedon) In this photo, Avedon uses flood lighting, and you know because there are almost no shadows behind or on Marilyn herself. The background and black around the image help serve as framing for the starlet, and the textures utilized are wonderful; from the sequins on her dress, to the soft curls of her hair, and even the smooth background. I think this is a great portrait, because although she was so gorgeous and famous, there were always rumours of depression and anxiety, and I think that this photo almost showed that.She seems lost in thought; just a quiet, still moment in her busy life captured with a camera. []

The Beatles (also by Richard Avedon) Avedon uses dramatic lighting to catch an almost "regal" look. The dramatic lighting also helps provide texture to their hair; even Ringo's- uh- granny? hairstyle. Avedon also uses fill the frame to get up close and personal with the Beatles. Since there's four of them, it was easy for Avedon to to use balance between the portraits. They're interesting portraits in themselves but by putting them together, the artist showed how they are different people despite being grouped together in two simple words: "The Beatles." Also, it's funny that Paul's the only one who isn't looking at the camera. []

Untitled (by Diane Arbus) Arbus utilizes natural light to create a soft glow about the two girls. She also uses fill the frame and rule of thirds between the two of her subjects to create a visually interesting photograph. The twins create symmetrical balance in the photo, and the dark hue of their dresses create a drastic contrast between them and their background. Also, I think that if the picture weren't taken so zoomed in on the two girls, it wouldn't be as powerful, because it's really their faces, and the extreme light hue of their eyes that makes it awesome to look at. []