An explication, sometimes called a close read, is a detailed analysis of a small section of a text, such as a paragraph of a novel, or a shorter text, such as a poem. Though traditionally applied to poetry and fiction, close reads can also be relevant to photos, songs, films, even video games. Whatever the medium, goal is always to uncover new meanings through a minute analysis.
For this assignment, you will conduct close reading of a photograph of Americans who illustrate a unique aspect of our culture.
Required:
- MLA Style
- Approximately 750 words
Due: Wed 3.17 (via Canvas)
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Below are the photos you may choose from for you close read—write about only one. Each is labeled with its location and photographer.
Louisville, Kentucky | Jerm Cohen
Cape Cod, Massachusetts | Randi Baird
San Jose, California | Dai Sugano
Standing Rock Indian Reservation, North and South Dakota | Camille Seaman
Baton Rouge, Louisiana | Brian K. Crain
Ashburn, Georgia | Charles Ommanney
Oakland, California | Yalonda M. James
Asheville, North Carolina | Jabin Botsford
Portland, Oregon | Natalie Gildersleeve
Los Angeles, California | Martin Schoeller
Dearborn, Michigan | Bill Pugliano
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