Analysis of: Migrant Mother — Gelatin silver print, Nipomo, California, Dorothea Lange, 1936
Worksheet with specific questions that pertain to Lange's photograph. These will help student analyze the photograph for a photo journalistic style. Great discussion starter, mini lesson, bell ringer, etc. Teacher's notes are included to give background and additional direction.
The last page are the other photograph's Lange took in the same sitting before arriving at her final image. It can also be used to show students the process she went through to getting a final image that is really strong.
On a Personal Note: I use this worksheet in conjunction with a video introducing Dorothea Lange's piece on "Migrant Mother"
Art History - Photography Analysis of Photographer Dorothea Lange Migrant Mother
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