Mise-en-Scene Analysis

In this image of hip-hop rapper Tyga, the background suggests his status as a successful, wealthy and edgy artist. The all black and blue colour code creates a dark look. The colour black in hip-hop shows the rebellious nature that’s within the people the music genre. Despite Tyga sitting down on the stairs of could be his mansion, there can still be some prejudice and assumptions of him being a criminal. The colours that he wears could give away this impression. The blue trainers that he is wearing seem to stand out, just like the

artist would like to stand out against all the other artists within the hip-hop genre. The blue adds a little colour to what would otherwise be a dull outfit for the audience to look at. The artists dress sense makes him look young, as it would be something that the youth would wear. His jewelry shows off his wealth and that he enjoys the luxuries in life and his hat which is promoting his mix tape, could a be a promotional convention. Tyga makes eye contact with the audience in a way that suggests both confidence and defiance. The way in which he leans forwards on the stairs adds a ‘back to business’ approach. This image of captures Chris Browns elegance and sophistication and his dedication to the smart dressing lifestyle. A suarve navy suit that matches the background of the image, catches the audience as its not what hip hop artists would normally be seen in, stereotypically speaking. His facial expression is very masculine, showing the nature of the hip-hop genre. his stance and posture show a man that means his business and the fact that he’s looking down at the audience could show his dominance and the idea that he is ‘better than the rest’ a common attitude within the hip hop music genre. His facial expression also matches his body language and makes Chris look intimidating, it reflects his spirit, vibrancy and extroverted personality. The hands in his pockets suggest that he’s the leader and he can do what he wants. It suggests that he is an individual and he can handle and pull off a new look, in such the same way he has brought something new to the music industry. His short hair indicates his simple way of life, and an old fashioned masculine look, whilst the dark lighting in the room could portray nostalgia or neglect.

In this image, Hip-Hop music singer Rihanna stares boldly at the camera in a way that suggests a no care attitude and bucket loads of attitude. Her eyeliner is

sharp and her curly hair changes color from a dark brown to a light brown. This may signify her change as a hip-hop artist, from a sweet innocent teenager, into a nonchalant adult. The hair is done in a way to show her as a grown up, and to show the audience her attractive and provocative side. Her hair falls over the eyes, drawing attention to them. Rihanna makes eye contact with the audience in a way that shows her confidence and her facial expressions may show the audience of her mischievous behavior and what type of woman Rihanna really is. The way she leans forward in the image adds a casual nonchalance to the image, making her seem aloof. The image captures Rihanna elegance, and the middle finger in her mouth could show her rebellious side, which the hip-hop genre so much likes to do. The

watch could show her wealth, and her success in the music genre and her flowing long hair styled in loose curls indicate fieriness and a old fashioned femininity, whilst the décor of the room help to portray Rihanna as a unique artist.