The Green Book

Inspired by a true Friendship

In 1936, a black postal worker named Victor Hugo Green published the first edition of The Negro Motorist Green Book. At the time, the segregation-era guide was meant to direct black New York City residents to businesses they could frequent without facing the overt discrimination and threats of violence they encountered even up north. Demand soon grew for a more geographically expansive document, and the following year Green compiled and distributed the first national issue. “FOR EXTRA SERVICE … MENTION ‘THE GREEN BOOK,’ ” the cover’s header read, a direct address to the community it served.

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Whilst watching the film, consider the following:

Location/scenery

Costume/colour

Subject and storyline

Impact of individual scenes.

Characters and Representation

Language

Hidden meanings and messages

Your own reactions and opinions

Can you relate issues raised in the film with present day events or attitudes?

In groups discuss the main themes within the film and the potential for photoshoots in response.

Deliverables:

You have got three weeks to complete this project. You are asked to present a series of imagery from 3 or more photoshoots, that explores one or more of the themes within the film.
Each shoot should be between 60-100 photographs with 4-6 of the best images edited and presented larger.
You will use these images to create an awareness Campaign linked to one or more themes explored in the movie.

You need to watch the film closely and take notes on the elements of the film that capture your imagination and remake it in your own special way.

Tips for responding to the movie: You could go to places that look similar to the film, find items that link to the characters, draw sketches of scenes, recreate a scene etc..... Its entirely up to you......It's your interpretation and creative response that we are interested in.

2. Use the links below for Pinterest and individual scenes on Youtube to do further research. Screenshot scenes that will inspire photoshoots and develop your ideas.

"Dear Delores......."

"When you eat, eat like it's your last meal......"

Interesting article, click on the pic...

3. Create a mind map and research pages on the films key themes along with your own ideas, in your sketchbook, and plan your photoshoots

4. Experiment with your images and present them as a campaign that would be seen on social media or an online magazine. Use the Pinterest boards to give you inspiration and ideas. Place these ideas in your sketchbook along with your final edited images:

5. Use the checklist to ensure you have everything you need in your sketchbook to meet the deadline.

The Power of the Portrait:

Portraits, Self Portraits and Identity

Experiment with different layouts and designs.
Use black and white and colour, text, illustration, double exposure etc.

The Green Book

Inspired by a true Friendship

In groups discuss the main themes within the film and the potential for photoshoots in response.

Deliverables:

You have got three weeks to complete this project. You are asked to present a series of imagery from 3 or more photoshoots, that explores one or more of the themes within the film.
Each shoot should be between 60-100 photographs with 4-6 of the best images edited and presented larger.

You will use these images to create an awareness Campaign linked to one or more themes explored in the movie.

You need to watch the film closely and take notes on the elements of the film that capture your imagination and remake it in your own special way.

Tips for responding to the movie: You could go to places that look similar to the film, find items that link to the characters, draw sketches of scenes, recreate a scene etc..... Its entirely up to you......It's your interpretation and creative response that we are interested in.

2. Use the links below for Pinterest and individual scenes on Youtube to do further research. Screenshot scenes that will inspire photoshoots and develop your ideas.

"Dear Delores......."

"When you eat, eat like it's your last meal......"

Interesting article, click on the pic...

3. Create a mind map and research pages on the films key themes along with your own ideas, in your sketchbook, and plan your photoshoots

4. Experiment with your images and present them as a campaign that would be seen on social media or an online magazine. Use the Pinterest boards to give you inspiration and ideas. Place these ideas in your sketchbook along with your final edited images:

5. Use the checklist to ensure you have everything you need in your sketchbook to meet the deadline.

The Power of the Portrait:

Portraits, Self Portraits and Identity

Experiment with different layouts and designs. Use black and white and colour, text, illustration, double exposure etc.

The Green Book

Inspired by a true Friendship

In groups discuss the main themes within the film and the potential for photoshoots in response.

Deliverables:

You have got three weeks to complete this project. You are asked to present a series of imagery from 3 or more photoshoots, that explores one or more of the themes within the film. Each shoot should be between 60-100 photographs with 4-6 of the best images edited and presented larger.

You will use these images to create an awareness Campaign linked to one or more themes explored in the movie.

You need to watch the film closely and take notes on the elements of the film that capture your imagination and remake it in your own special way.

Tips for responding to the movie: You could go to places that look similar to the film, find items that link to the characters, draw sketches of scenes, recreate a scene etc..... Its entirely up to you......It's your interpretation and creative response that we are interested in.

2. Use the links below for Pinterest and individual scenes on Youtube to do further research. Screenshot scenes that will inspire photoshoots and develop your ideas.

"Dear Delores......."

"When you eat, eat like it's your last meal......"

Interesting article, click on the pic...

3. Create a mind map and research pages on the films key themes along with your own ideas, in your sketchbook, and plan your photoshoots

4. Experiment with your images and present them as a campaign that would be seen on social media or an online magazine. Use the Pinterest boards to give you inspiration and ideas. Place these ideas in your sketchbook along with your final edited images:

5. Use the checklist to ensure you have everything you need in your sketchbook to meet the deadline.

Experiment with different layouts and designs.
Use black and white and colour, text, illustration, double exposure etc.

You have got three weeks to complete this project. You are asked to present a series of imagery from 3 or more photoshoots, that explores one or more of the themes within the film.
Each shoot should be between 60-100 photographs with 4-6 of the best images edited and presented larger.