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Well to put it in basic terms, symbolism refers to using visual cues to express a concept. For example, a heart symbol is associated with love. Our associations with symbols shape the way we perceive visual experiences. This makes symbolism a powerful tool for photographers.
Symbolism developed alongside the origins of visual arts itself.
To understand symbolism in photography, we first need to investigate the history and origins of symbols in fine art.
The concept that a marking expresses numerous possible meanings is demonstrated in art dating back millennia.
Like for example, The Mayans adopted the jaguar as a symbol of ferocity, strength, valour, and foresight. They carved likenesses of the big cat into temple walls and stelae.
To me, the golden spiral is the proportional basis that makes the most sense. In a landscape painting the views eye is automatically directed to the center of the spiral and can be used by the artist to put their subject in the eye of the viewer.
The materials he used to paint with is fading away and soon it will be completely gone if it is not repainted on a daily basis.
