Migrant Mother, by Dorethea Lange
In your second blog assignment you will go to link above to learn more about one of the most famous photographs of the twentieth century, Migrant Mother by Dorethea Lange. After reading the material AND clicking on and viewing the additional images taken by Lange, answer the following questions. Please provide one paragraph (at least 5 sentences) for each of your answers.
1) After reading the background surrounding this famous photo do you believe this is a posed photo or a found photographic opportunity by Lange? Explain your answer and provide visual clues to support your claim.
2) Given that Lange's photograph is one of the most famous photographs of the Twentieth Century, if you were to find out for a fact that the photo was indeed posed would it change your opinion of this photograph? Why or why not?
