Representational images reveal special moments in time; often highlighted by exceptional lighting or dramatic action. Capture may include camera movement or long exposures. They usually reflect the essence of place, person, or time. These images are expressed in traditional ways of photographic capture, yet they require considerable artistic and technical knowledge. Well executed, they are considered art because they are expressive.
According to research, this style of photography is enjoyed mostly by those who enjoy looking at ‘something’; a portrait of a person or landscape, something that reflects reality and has a clear narrative. They usually prefer familiarity rather than ambiguity; images that mirror their values, culture, and experiences.