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Representation of Philippine Modern Wedding in
Different Types of Social Classes through
Photography
A Thesis Proposal submitted to
School of Media Studies
Mapúa University
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements
for the course Thesis Writing 3 (MAS200L)
Kaori M. Masuda
Benigno B. Agapito Jr. MPA, MMA
January 31, 2021
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction ………………………………………………………………………...... 4
1.1 Background of the Study ………………………………………………………… ..4-6
1.2 Statement of the Problem ………………………..…………………………………....6
1.3 Objectives of the Study ……………………………………………………………....6
1.4 Research Hypothesis or Research Assumptions …………………………………......7
1.5 Significance of the Study ……………………………………………………………..7
1.6 Scope and Limitations ……………………………………………………………...7-8
1.7 Definition of Terms ……………………………………………………………...…...8
Chapter 2: Literature Review ……………………………………………………………………..9
2.1 Aesthetic Literatures ………………………………………………………………….9
2.2 Communication Literatures …………………………………………………………10
2.3 Technology Literatures …………………………………………………………..10-11
2.4 Process and Method ……………………………………………………………..11-12
Chapter 3: Study Frameworks …………………………………………………………………..13
3.1 Theoretical Framework …………………………………………………………..13-14
3.2 Conceptual Framework ……………………………………………………….....14-15
Chapter 4: Methodology ………………………………………………………………………...16
4.1 Design and Development………………………………………………………...16-17
4.2 Research Timeline ……………………………………………………………….17-18
4.3 Budget Requirements ………………………………………………………………..18
4.4 Research Design……………………………………………………………………..19
4.5 Research Instruments ………………………………………………………………..19
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4.6 Population and Sampling ……………………………………………………...…19-20
4.7 Research Participants ……………………………………………………………..20
4.8 Data Collection Plan ………………………………………………………………...20
4.9 Ethical Consideration ………………………………………………………………..21
Chapter 5: Research Findings……………………………………………………………………22
5.1 Introduction……………………………………………………………………….....22
5.2 Preliminary Interview Synthesis……………………………………………......22 - 25
5.3 Post Interview Synthesis……………………………………………....................26-28
5.4 Final Output……...…………………………………………….............................29-32
Chapter 6: Conclusions and Recommendations…………………………………………………33
6.1 Conclusions……………………………………………………………………….....33
6.2 Recommendations……………….……………………………………………….......33
References …………………………………………………………………………………...34-37
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
Photography is frequently referred to as the Nature's Pencil because it involves the
writing of light, a script of light. The characteristics of photography tell us how history is sealed
within the movement of language. This is why photography forces us to consider how history has
influenced language. No word or even an image is not remembered by history (Cadava, 2018).
Modern bridal photographs, which primarily focus on the couple and exclude all other people,
are an example of a style of photography. (Hossain, 2017). Wedding photography businesses in
different target markets have different types of customers. Some customers appreciate the
business that wedding photography products provide: Some customers appreciate the company's
wedding design creativity; there are some other customers who value the company launched a
unique filming base, also part of the emphasis on customer service store is the attitude of the
reception staff, of course, also part of the customer value the price provided by the wedding
photography enterprise (Jiang & He, 2016). Weddings and birthdays, for example, can be
photographed using the same scene types, but with different subjects that are important for event
recognition. A hiking event, for example, can be intuitively deduced from a ‘snowy mountain'
scene, whereas a wedding event is usually recognized and understood by the presence of a bride
in a white gown. (Bacha et al. 2016).
The wedding business industry is a large section in the hospitality industry which makes
a lot of money each year. Wedding business comprises multiple enterprises like caterers,
wedding consultants, dresses, various beauty suppliers (e.g. hair, makeup), and photographers.
Couples can choose from a wide variety of marriage packages. There are offers that are quite
flexible as well so you can customize the ceremony according to your preferences and budget
(Pongsir, 2014). Wedding photography has been growing in popularity and over the last decade
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for couples. Some research concludes that marriage has become a middle-class institution, rather
detached from the lives of the unmarried, poor majority of citizens (Pauli & Dawids, 2017).
Moreover, the researcher intends to present the different types of social classes in a modern
wedding set up here in the Philippines.
In the Philippines, there are different types of social classes. The social classes are rather
based on their attributes. The social type of concern in the Philippines are called conyo (also
spelled konyo, coño, cono, or conio) who are regarded as urban elite youth, light-skinned,
wealthy, materialistic, arrogant, maarte ‘high-maintenance’, and vacuous. The term conyo also
labels a person who mixes the English and Filipino language. Numerous tongue-in-cheek
grammars describe conyo language as a kind of Tagalog-English mixing (“Taglish” or“Englog”)
that is American English-dominant with excessive phatic flourishes. Conyo purportedly exhibits
a Bourdieuian “aesthetic discernment” when it comes to taste in luxury items, such as designer
clothes, expensive cars, and upscale coffee. While jologs, regarded as the tacky urban masses;
pa-conyo, regarded as the middle-class wannabe conyo are considered as low to middle classes
in the Philippines (Reyes, 2017). Based on Jian & He’s (n.d.) research, in the wedding industry
there are different and several types of target markets. Some couples can afford high-quality
packages, while others cannot due to a lack of funds. One of the most common problems a
couple faces is preventing themselves from hiring wedding photographers. Through wedding
photography, the researcher hopes to show couples modern Philippine weddings from various
social classes.
Due to COVID-19, mass gatherings are not allowed or prohibited at this time. COVID-19
has a high communicability and a high risk of spreading the severe acute respiratory syndrome 2
virus during large gatherings, according to studies. (Banikalef, 2020). Thus, allowing the
researcher to use another medium that can still be used to showcase and highlight the goal of the
study. The researcher will be gathering or collecting Pre-text based interviews and Pre-surveys
from Sociologists asking questions whether what attributes are considered as part of a certain
social class in a wedding. Once the information has been gathered, the researcher will be taking a
self-portrait and a picture of another model. The images or photographs taken by the researcher
will then be photo manipulated to apply the attributes that are considered as part of a social class.
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After photo manipulating the images, the researcher will be conducting a post survey to
Sociologists that will help support that the photos help identify the different types of Social
Classes in a modern wedding in the Philippines. Furthermore, the content of the photographs
taken by the researcher will allow showing quality artwork in terms of wedding photography to
whichever social class a person is standing. The attributes such as wealth, power, statum, and etc.
will be used to come up with a feasible photography style in weddings.
1.2Statement of the Problem
Photography is thought to be one of the simplest mediums for people to communicate
effectively, particularly in their daily lives. The artist can also use photography to communicate
with the rest of the world and help people understand things in ways that others cannot. (Panke,
2016). The main problem to answer is: How a photographic representation of social classes in
a modern wedding can be depicted?
1. How will the researcher identify the attributes of the social classes of a couple in modern
weddings in the Philippines?
2. How will the researcher interpret the social classes in a modem wedding in the
Philippines?
3. What questions will be asked in the post text-based interviews and post-surveys to
validate the assumptions of the study?
4. How will the researcher present the photographic representation of social classes in a
modern wedding in the Philippines?
1.3 Objectives of the Study
The main objective of the study is to publish a photobook of the different types of a
social class in modern weddings in the Philippines through photography.
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1. The researcher will be conducting research from Sociologists through pre-text-based
interviews to identify the attributes of the social classes.
2. The researcher will be using the Semiotic and Cognitive theories to interpret the social
classes in a modern wedding in the Philippines through photography and photo
manipulation.
3. To create a set of questions to be asked for validating the knowledge gained in the
differences of a social class through modern wedding photographs.
4. The researcher will be publishing an online photography book of the differences of a
social class in modern weddings in the Philippines.
1.4 Research Hypothesis and/or Assumptions
The study will depend on the researchers’ assumption that imparting knowledge about the
different types of social classes of modern weddings in the Philippines through photography will
be an effective contribution to the society, mainly to wedding photographers, couples and
Sociologists in the Philippines. The study will also show quality artwork in terms of interpreting
the images into photography that whichever social class a person is standing a wedding can still
be beautiful. The attributes such as wealth, power, statum, etc. will be able to guide the
researcher to understand which part of social class an image belongs to.
1.5 Significance of the Study
The researcher aims to show the different types of social classes in a modern wedding in
the Philippines through photography. The researcher aims to impart knowledge about the
different types of social classes in weddings to wedding photographers, couples and Sociologists.
The researcher aims that the output of the research of the different types of a social class in a
modern wedding in the Philippines through photography will be used to help contribute to the
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Philippine Wedding industry and to impart knowledge that a photo can still be depicted in a
quality artwork despite of whichever social class a person is standing.
The researcher also believes that not only in the Philippines, but also in other countries,
photography is evolving in tandem with advances in technology. (Sherman et al. 2016).
1.6 Scopes and Limitations
The researcher aims to show the different types of social classes in modern weddings in
the Philippines through photography. Since the researcher will be conducting a qualitative study,
the researcher will be using a Grounded Theory approach as a way to collect data about the
differences of social classes in the Philippines. The researcher would be able to discover or
construct theory from data through a Descriptive Study approach. The data gathered by the
researcher will be taken as a key instrument. The researcher will also be conducting an online
pre- and post-interview asking what attributes are considered as part of a social class to at least 5
to 10 or higher participants. The researcher will then limit itself to at least 2 photographs that are
photo manipulated per each social class.
1.7 Definition of Terms
Wedding – refers to a wedding ceremony and the festivities that usually accompany it
Depicted - refers to being able to show or represent something through a drawing,
painting, or other form of art
Social Class - refers to a societal division based on social and economic standing.
Photography - refers to the art or process of creating images on a sensitive surface using
radiant energy, particularly light (such as film or an optical sensor)
Working Class - refers to the social class of those who perform physical or low-skilled
work for a living, as opposed to the professional or middle class, the upper class, or the
upper middle class
Middle Class - refers to or is associated with the middle class.
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Upper Class - refers to superior status or quality
Divert - refers to the act of stepping back
Cognitive Theory - refers to a theory about, about to, about to be, about to be, about to
be, about to be, about to be, about to be, about to be, about to be, about (e.g. thinking,
reasoning, or remembering)
Semiotic Theory - refers to the study of signs and sign-using behavior.
Descriptive Study - refers to determining who, what, when, where, and how a study will
be conducted
Grounded Theory - refers to the detection of new patterns in data
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CHAPTER 2
LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Aesthetics
Some people consider themselves natural modernists, believing that an art photograph
has an aesthetic. The role of aesthetics in art is the subject of a large and complex
literature. (Souter, 2018).
2.1.1 Surrealism
Surrealism was a literary and artistic movement in Paris. (Breton, 1924). He was
particularly intrigued by the notion that the unconscious mind can act as a source of
artistic inspiration. Surrealism sought to alter human experience by rejecting a logical or
direct view of life in favor of one that emphasized the importance of the unconscious and
dreams. Artists had discovered beauty in the unfortunate events through surrealism.
(Mann, 2016).
2.2 Communication
Photographs are a major concern for communication researchers, and their pervasiveness
in today's mediatized culture only adds to their significance. Despite the fact that visual
communication has only been a formal part of the academy since the latter half of the
twentieth century, political, nonverbal, advertising, and newspaper researchers have long
been interested in how audiences process images. (Bock, 2017).
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2.2.1 Cognitive Theory
A father who discovered his son's cognitive abilities while working on a project reported
a conversation between the two after the photos were uploaded to the fathers' home
computer. The combination of a photography-based program and the centrality of
educational mediation gave learners independence and control of technology, the ability
to cope with photographic tasks at a complex cognitive level and to experiment in
problem-solving (Friedman, 2016).
2.3 Technology Literatures
There has been a recent advancement in photography technology, as well as various
theories of photography as a diverse practice that not only changes "everything," but also
changes on a regular basis. (Sandbye, 2016).
2.3.1 Semiotic Approach
Semiotics isn't about the ‘real' world at all; it's about complementary or alternative actual
models of it, as well as an infinite number of anthropologically conceivable possible
worlds, as Leibniz believed. As a result, semiotics never reveals what the world is like,
but rather limits what we can learn about it. Roland Barthes used the concept of
semiotics, which was first associated with language, to decipher the meanings and
messages contained in images. He was the first to discuss the "rhetoric of the image," and
he applied Saussure's notions of signifier and signified to the study of advertising images
and photography. (Miotti, 2019).
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2.4 Process and Method
As the researcher applies the theories of surrealism, semiotics, and cognitive theory, on
the medium that will be used to be able to create an effective study. The output of photo
manipulating the photographs taken by the researcher of the different types of a social class in a
modern wedding in the Philippines will be used in the form of a photography book to help
contribute to the Philippine Wedding industry and to impart knowledge to couples that a photo
can still be depicted in a quality artwork despite of whichever social class a person is standing.
AESTHETIC TECHNOLOGY COMMUNICATION
Surrealism
Surrealism is a pioneering and transformative
movement. It has the ability to display fantastical,
imagined worlds that allow the viewer to escape reality.
(The Artling Team, 2020)
The study that are used to help communicate and develop interpretations.
Cognitive Theory lays out a general framework for assessing and altering cognitions in order to change how people think, feel, and act. (Tyron, 2014)
The study is supported by the Surrealism theory
which helps couples to consider dreamlike
wedding photography styles.
Semiotic Theory Cognitive Theory
The theory will be used to help the researcher give more insights or knowledge to
define the differences of a certain social class in modern weddings in the Philippines.
The theory is intended to help the audience to interpret the
symbols that are being signified in the pictures or photos
provided as part of the output
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CHAPTER 3
STUDY FRAMEWORKS
3.1 Theoretical Framework
OUTPUT – To show through the application of the principles of surrealism in the different images using the included in the Photo
Book the different styles in modern weddings in the Philippines
PHOTO BOOK
Figure 1.7 Theoretical Frameworks
INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT
Semiotic Theory to identify what social class an attribute belongs to.Interviews
Applying the aesthetic (Surrealism) in the photo manipulated images to create a new style in a modern wedding in the Philippines
Representation of Philippine Modern Wedding in Different
Types of Social Classes through Photography
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When learners are presented with corresponding words and pictures at the same time,
they are more likely to understand the explanation. (Mayer & Moreno, 1998). To be able to
depict the different types of social classes of a couple in a modern wedding in the Philippines,
the researcher will be using the Semiotic theory which will help identify what part of social class
the image is showing in a modern wedding based on its attributes. Since the researcher will be
photo manipulating the photographs taken, the aesthetics used will be through a Surrealist
approach. As for the Cognitive theory, this theory will be used as a visual stimulus to the
audience that whatever social class a person stands, an image can still be beautiful.
3.2 Conceptual framework
Figure 1.7 Conceptual Frameworks
The process will start from gathering all the information about the different types of
social classes in the Philippines and enough information regarding the Wedding Photography
Industry. The researcher will also study the principles used in photography that will be used for
the medium. The researcher will then look for Sociologists/Sociology students that will help
identify what attributes can be used and can be depicted into the photos. Once enough
information has been gathered regarding the study, the researcher can start with looking for
possible clients or search for possible wedding events that will allow the researcher to use the
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photographs taken in the study. Once the photographs have been compiled, the researcher can
start with photo-manipulating the images and then later create it into a photo book. Once the
photobook has been established, the researcher can conduct a Post-Interview to identify its
effectiveness.
Searching for Sociologists/Sociology
students that will be able to help the researcher with the assumptions of identifying the differences of a social
class
Conducting online based Pre-
Interviews
Taking wedding pictures or
attributes/elements needed to
combine into one photo.
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CHAPTER 4
METHODOLOGY
4.1 Design and Development
The study that will be conducted will be used as a Grounded Theory as the researcher
collects data from the participants that will be used to interpret the study and was also based on
the collection of actual data and was analyzed through comparative analysis. Grounded Theory
studies the people’s experience with a process and creates a theory of how a study works. The
researcher will only make one online sample output and will create a conclusion with the
gathered data.
The researcher will be using Qualitative Research to be able to ask questions to the
participants by the use of text-based interviews whether what attributes can be used and can be
depicted in a photograph of a certain social class. Text-based online surveys, such as Google
Forms, can be used to generate data instead of face-to-face interviews or focus groups. (Jowett,
2020).
Pre- Production
Production
Gathering the elements/symbols/attributes needed and photoshopping it.
Photo Manipulating the images into one
image
Applying minimal polishing of the
images in Photoshop
Establishing the photobook Conducting a Post-Survey and Interview
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Post Production
4.2 Research Timeline
No. of Weeks
Topic/Task
Start Done 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Data/Research/PreInterview
1 1
Freelancing Weddings
2 5
Gathering of Photos
6 6
Editing/Consoli
7 9
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dating Photos
Polishing
10 10
Post Interview Participants
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4.3 Budget Requirements
Sources of Expenses No. Rate Per Day/Week No. of days/week
Food budget for the Interview
Transportation used for freelance
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6
P200/person
P300/day
1 day
4 weeks
TOTAL 12 P3,000
4.4 Research Design
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The researcher will be conducting descriptive qualitative research as it will ask specific
questions about the output of representing the different types of social classes in a modern
wedding in the Philippines through photography with the use of text-based interviews. The
researcher will also ask about the overall quality and delivery of the images. Specifically,
questions if the photographs taken and photo manipulated were able to inject knowledge about
the different types of social classes in a modern wedding in the Philippines presented by the
researcher.
4.5 Research Instrument
The study will make use of pre-text-based interviews to ask for the effectiveness of the
photographs and its ability to teach information about the different types of social classes in a
modern wedding in the Philippines. During the exhibit, the researcher will then use post-text-
based interviews and post-interviews to the participants if they liked the design and the aesthetics
used in interpreting the photographs in a modern wedding in the Philippines with regards to its
attraction to the audience. The researcher will also ask whether the photographs taken by the
researcher and photo manipulated into Surrealism photography was able to inject knowledge
about the different types of social classes in a modern wedding in the Philippines presented by
the researcher.
4.6 Sampling and Population
As per the sampling, the researcher will be targeting participants that are Sociologists or
Sociology students that will answer the preliminary interviews to be able to identify the attributes
of the different types of social classes in a modern wedding in the Philippines. The researcher
will be using a purposive sampling technique which is a fairly-straightforward method. The
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technique occurs when the elements selected for the sample are chosen by the judgment of the
researcher. Researchers believe that by using sound judgment, such as interviews, they can
obtain a representative sample, saving time and money. ( Black, 2010)
The participants of the research will be Sociologists or Sociology Students as they will be
able to understand the differences of an individual's social class in modern weddings in the
Philippines.
4.7 Instrument
The instrument the researcher used for gathering the data are online text-based Pre and
Post Interviews.
4.7.1 Pre - Interview Questions
The researcher used online text-based interviews through Google Forms to Sociology
students and Sociology teachers in order to provide a better balance between those who are still
studying sociology and those that are already considered experts in the field. The participants
were 5-10 people. The use of the pre-interview questionnaire is to identify the attributes or
elements of the different types of social classes so that the researcher can interpret and depict the
elements into Surrealism Photography. The purpose of the pre-test survey is to mainly help the
researcher understand what elements should be used in every Social Class. The gathered data
from the pre-interview questions are used as the basis for the design.
Below are the following pre-interview questions:
1. What elements/attributes are considered part of a Working Class and why?
2. What elements/attributes are considered part of a Middle Class and why?
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3. What elements/attributes are considered part of an Upper Class and why?
4. What are your thoughts about Surrealism photography as a medium to inform the public
about the different types of social classes in modern weddings in the Philippines?
5. What do you think are the disadvantages and advantages of Surrealism photography?
4.7.2 Post Interview Questions
The post interview questions are used to identify the satisfaction and effectiveness of the
output to impart knowledge of the different types of Social Classes in a modern wedding in the
Philippines through photography as well as it’s aesthetic. The post-interview questions were
conducted after the researcher presented the finished output through an online photobook.
Below are the following post-interview questions:
1. After seeing the output, what are your thoughts about the different types of social classes
in modern weddings in the Philippines?
2. After seeing the output, do you consider Surrealism photography as a way to show
quality artwork to whichever social class a person is standing? Why?
3. Do you think that the output will help impart knowledge to the wedding community and
to other researchers that will read the study regarding the different types of social classes
in modern weddings in the Philippines?
4.8 Research Participants
The researcher will be gathering information from the participants through a Descriptive
Study approach. The participants of the researcher will be Sociologists or Sociology students
whom the researcher will be getting the data or the information of the attributes of the
differences of social classes in the modern weddings in the Philippines. The researcher will be
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gathering information to at least a minimum of five (5) participants or more. It is recommended
that there are only at least six to 12 participants for group interviews or surveys, so that the group
is small enough for all members to talk and share their thoughts (Lasch & Onwuegbuzie, 2010).
4.9 Data Collection Plan
The researcher will be interviewing and conducting a preliminary interview to the
participants to be able to identify the attributes of the differences of a social class in a modern
wedding in the Philippines by the use of the existing photographs in a wedding taken from
Filipino Wedding Photographers. Once the researcher has gathered enough information
regarding the differences of social classes based on the interviews, the researcher can start with
the production of capturing the models and attributes/elements of a certain social class. The
researcher should then analyze the photos and consolidate the pictures that will be used as a
photo book. The post interviews will also be asked to the participants once the output has been
established. The researcher will ask if the participants if the photo manipulated images were able
to interpret that whichever social class a person is standing a wedding can still be beautiful.
4.10 Ethical Consideration
The researcher will need to ask consent from the models to be able to post and present
their photographs that will be used to photo manipulate into one image. Also, the researcher will
ask consent from the models if the images taken can be published in a photo book.
The researcher will also ask permission from the Sociologists/Sociology Students to
release the information that they have given regarding what attributes are considered in a Social
Class. The researcher will not expose the names of the Sociologists/Sociology Students.
CHAPTER 5
RESEARCH FINDINGS
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5. Introduction
The researcher aims that the output of the research of the different types of a social class
in a modern wedding in the Philippines through photography will be used to help contribute to
the Philippine Wedding industry and to impart knowledge that a photo can still be depicted in a
quality artwork despite of whichever social class a person is standing.
5.1 Preliminary Interview Synthesis
Based on the answer of the participants (which included Sociology students and
teachers/experts), everyone considered that Surrealism Photography is an interesting
concept and can catch any person’s attention when it comes to the wedding industry.
QUESTIONNAIRE SOCIOLOGISTS
What elements/attributes are considered part of a Working Class and why?
1. Tricycle, Jeep, kalesa, bimpo towel, Straw Hat. These are, in ways, the most common things we see on the streets for the "working class".2. Something simple and nature related. Because the working class starts off simple and clean and not too extravagant to save money.
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What elements/attributes are considered part of a Middle Class and why?
1. Silver or Gold Watch, they can afford time.2. Location, jewelry, and can afford pre-wedding shoots from fine to well-known studios.3. Mid-tier gadgets, low end/2nd hand cars/motorbikes, mid-tier jewelry/watches. At some points, the rich and middle class does share similar attributes but are usually defined by differences in quality and I guess by brand. Over all details that are just enough and never over the top.
What elements/attributes are considered part of an Upper Class and why?
1. Almost similar with middle class but with extravagance, over the top detail on objects such as gadgets, jewelry, clothing in form of Gold, exotic/rare stones which in turn exudes they are well off and can spare to go above on what is expected.2. Location (luxury hotels, exclusive places, abroad), Clothing (designer clothes), Jewelry (diamonds), studio (well-known) and type of flower used in the wedding.3. Extravagant. Anything with expensive jewellery, branded outfits. Would show out until where their money can buy.
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What are your thoughts about Surrealism photography (in order to escape the usual representation of structures and peer into the unconscious aspect of representation) as a medium to inform the public about the different types of social classes in modern weddings in the Philippines?
1. I think it’s an interesting concept, definitely an approach that would catch any person’s attention, while still allowing a viewer to project their own idea and expectations on the event. If executed properly, it should show a quick glimpse, a story on who the wedding couple are, they're life and where they come from.2. I think it’s good since it gives the photographer more freedom in being creative. And to be honest it can show the emotion in a certain event like wedding (given that the photographer is good)3. It’s kind of innovative and catchy especially for visual learners.
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What do you think are the disadvantages and advantages of Surrealism photography?
1. I think the disadvantage is some people might not understand what it's about. But the advantage is some people might really want to analyze and understand the photo2. On one hand, surrealism can be a fun way to describe who the couple is, what they are about and who they are in one shot. It’s both playful and creative, and would definitely stand out among other wedding photoshoots.
On the other, not all people are familiar with symbolisms and might not be equipped to interpret/comprehend what they are presented with. Miscommunication may arise on what is meant by the photographer, which in turn may not be received well by the public.3. Disadvantages: some might not understand the concept and the meaning of the photo right away. Advantage: Surrealism photography holds more value, and it ignites the viewers mind regarding every photo. Some would look and ask for the deeper meaning and history of the photo which is a good catch to attract more viewers
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6. Final OutputThe following outputs are from the production of capturing the models and
attributes/elements of a certain social class. The researcher then proceeded to analyze the
photos and consolidate the pictures that will be used as a photo book.
6.1. Working Class Image 1
6.2. Working Class Image 2
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For the image 1 in the Working Class, kalabaw and a farm background was used to
emphasize the elements given by the Sociologist/Sociology students in the preliminary interview
questions. While for the image “Image 2”, a Jeepney was used as an element. The image of the
book was only used for aesthetic purposes. The ray of light was also used to emphasize the
couple and the element used by the researcher.
6.4. Middle Class Image 1
6.5. Middle Class Image 2
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For image 1 in the Middle Class, most of the participants of the Preliminary interviews
answered that mid-tier jewelry or elements are mostly used by Middle Class people. In such, the
researcher used Silver Rings as an element of the image. The dahon was only used for aesthetic
purposes and also in a way of connecting with nature and the natural environment as well. While
in image 2, a silver spoon was used to differentiate that working classes in the Philippines are
mostly used in using their hands to eat while Mid-tier people in the Philippines prefer to eat
using utensils – a representation that was mainly based on the use of eating preferences that are
typically present between social classes in the society.
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6.6. Upper Class Image 1
6.7. Upper Class Image 2
For image 1 in the Upper Class, most of the participants in the Preliminary interviews
answered that rare or expensive jewelry or elements are mostly used by Upper Class people. In
such, the researcher used a Diamond as an element of the image. The water and color blue was
used to symbolize power and royalty. While in image 2, a chess themed background including 2
chess pieces (mainly the queen and king piece) is used as a way to express that the couple
included in the picture or image belongs to a royal blood family and thus was connected with the
application of the principles of aesthetic theory that was based on the presentation of certain
chosen art objects for expression of feelings or status. The idea and element was also based on
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the Preliminary interviews answered by the Sociologist experts/teachers as well as Sociology
students in which they have mentioned that Upper Class people tend to own or show off certain
luxurious or exotic things that define their lifestyle and capability in life.
5.2 Post Interview Synthesis
Based on the answer of the participants, almost everyone considered that
the output will help impart knowledge to the wedding community and other
researchers that will read the study regarding the different types of Social Classes
in modern weddings in the Philippines. Everyone also agreed that Surrealism
photography can also be a way to show quality artwork to whichever social class
a person is standing.
QUESTIONNAIRE SOCIOLOGISTS
After seeing the output, what
are your thoughts about the
different types of social
classes in modern weddings
in the Philippines?
1. It’s very personal and easy
to catch-on. The way each
photo depicts and
differentiates the types of
social classes in modern
weddings is kind of spot-on.
However, some might think
that it’s not that accurate since
some viewers would be
lowkey and simple.
2. These kinds of executions
can very well be taken
advantage by the lower and
middle classes.
3. Honest opinion, it still
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favors the upper class in terms
of facade and aesthetic
After seeing the output, do
you consider Surrealism
photography as a way to
show quality artwork to
whichever social class a
person is standing? Why?
4. Yes, surrealism makes the
distinguishing of class more
obvious and helps with the
message.
5. Yes, because I think it's very
interesting and it makes the
weddings photos even more
memorable.
6. Yes, for sure. Maybe apply
it on other outputs/events
other than weddings and can
be 'stretched' even further
based on one's imagination.
Do you think that the output
will help impart knowledge
to the wedding community
and to other researchers that
will read the study regarding
the different types of social
classes in modern weddings
in the Philippines?
1. Yes, because it could give
other researchers more
photography ideas they can
expand.
2. Definitely. The output has
its meaning and objective to
educate more about social
classes in modern weddings.
However, the symbols that
differentiates or represents
each class might vary
overtime and should be
flexible.
3. Yes, because it shows
creativity and at the same time
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imparts knowledge upon the
society the reality and
hardships of weddings and
unions in life.
CHAPTER 6
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
7. ConclusionsThe researcher assumes that imparting knowledge about the different types of social
classes of modern weddings in the Philippines through photography will be an effective
contribution to the society, mainly to wedding photographers and couples in the Philippines.
Based on the post interviews answered by the respondents, the researcher concluded that
Surrealism as an aesthetic in Photography was able to make the research more interesting and
helps impose the values or the norm of couples in the wedding industry that dreamlike photos
can also be considered as a style in Philippine modern weddings to whatever social class a
person is standing.
The methods and instruments used by the researcher such as the Interviews, helped in
finding out what attributes or elements are needed to create the output. With the use of these
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methods, the research was able to create an appropriate output that is an improved way of
capturing or depicting wedding photographs.
8. RecommendationsThe following are recommended for furthering the research:
A. Improve how the researcher photographed the images that are taken in
Photoshop
- Giving a more realistic effect
B. Use more elements that can be photo manipulated or combined in one photo.
- To make the image more interesting
C. Further studies about the different types of social classes in the Philippines
- To create a strong research about the different types of Social Classes in
the Philippines
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