Definition Post

Definition of "Evidence" - the available body or facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.

Adjectives to describe and/or relate to the word "Evidence" - Conclusion, Reflective, Proof, Supporting, Information, Witness. Indication, Law, Court, Significant, Circumstantial, Criminal, Confirmation, Document, Revealing, Support, Explicit, Implicit, Verify, Subtle, True, Validity, Signify, Defense, Case, Detector, Finding, Example, Clue, Fact.

I have chosen the four images below because they each show different areas of evidence. For instance, the first picture is showing a finger print with black powder, on a white surface. I like this image a lot because it defines evidence very well and clearly. I also like that there is a brush in the image too, because it shows that the evidence can easily be brushed away and never seen again. Finger prints are individual to each person and therefore, are unique and I would like to explore with that idea in mind throughout this project. The second photo I have chosen is of a footprint, cemented into the ground. I like this image because it shows evidence that there is human civilisation, but also, as it is cement, it shows that that footprint will always be there, it is never going to vanish unless more cement is put over it. I like the idea of taking photos of footprints in different locations, weather and materials. This photo is also significant because a footprint can be used as evidence in a crime, but can also be anywhere in a street and mean absolutely nothing. The third image is an outline of a body on the ground, with numbered cards placed around it. This is obviously part of a crime case as we can see the shoes of 'detectives/police'. I'd like to explore with the outline of a body, but in random and insignificant places, which would explore the comical side of evidence. Finally, the last picture is of a girl looking into the mirror, but her reflection doesn't match her body and mind in reality. This is because this image is portraying the evidence of mental illness. Likewise with movement, mental health cannot be seen normally, but can be portrayed through images and photos. I would like to explore the evidence of mental health at some point in this topic because i think it would be extremely interesting and creative.

My own definition of the word "Evidence" - a sign, symbol, object or piece of dialogue which provides information about something that has already happened.