Human Generated Data

Title

Pete Desjardin Diving

Date

1940

People

Artist: Harold Edgerton, American 1903 - 1990

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of The Harold and Esther Edgerton Family Foundation, P1996.48

Human Generated Data

Title

Pete Desjardin Diving

People

Artist: Harold Edgerton, American 1903 - 1990

Date

1940

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of The Harold and Esther Edgerton Family Foundation, P1996.48

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2021-12-14

Human 98.3
Acrobatic 96.8
Leisure Activities 87.2
Circus 71.2
Animal 60.9

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-15

monochrome 99.4
people 99.2
girl 99.2
model 98.3
portrait 98.2
nude 97.4
woman 97.3
street 97
ballet 97
dancer 96.2
art 96.1
adult 95.4
ballerina 94.3
man 94
jumping 93.9
studio 93.7
fashion 93.2
light 93.1
sexy 92.8
indoors 92.2

Imagga
created on 2021-12-14

fountain 87.7
structure 62.1
statue 37.1
body 30.4
art 22.3
dance 20.3
sculpture 20.1
black 19.9
column 19.6
sexy 19.3
attractive 17.5
model 17.1
posing 16.9
fashion 16.6
human 16.5
style 16.3
person 15.8
nude 15.5
dark 15
studio 14.4
erotic 14.4
adult 14.2
exercise 13.6
fitness 13.6
elegance 13.4
dancer 13.3
portrait 12.9
naked 12.5
figure 11.9
people 11.7
ancient 11.2
motion 11.1
health 11.1
pose 10.9
aerobics 10.8
women 10.3
skin 10.2
man 10.1
performer 9.7
dancing 9.6
lifestyle 9.4
action 9.3
male 9.2
active 9
anatomy 8.7
grunge 8.5
strong 8.4
monument 8.4
pretty 8.4
slim 8.3
healthy 8.2
sensuality 8.2
lady 8.1
architecture 7.9
roman 7.8
jumping 7.7
exercising 7.7
sexual 7.7
jump 7.7
muscular 7.6
balance 7.6
sport 7.5
marble 7.4
back 7.3
sensual 7.3
landmark 7.2
night 7.1
cool 7.1

Microsoft
created on 2021-12-14

text 99.9
indoor 97.8
black and white 86.2
water 85.5
display 46

Color Analysis

Face analysis

Amazon

AWS Rekognition

Age 40-58
Gender Male, 94.4%
Confused 44.5%
Calm 18%
Sad 12.1%
Surprised 9.2%
Fear 6.3%
Happy 4.3%
Angry 3.7%
Disgusted 1.8%

AWS Rekognition

Age 23-37
Gender Female, 66%
Calm 73.3%
Angry 14.2%
Sad 9.1%
Fear 2%
Happy 0.5%
Disgusted 0.5%
Surprised 0.3%
Confused 0.2%

AWS Rekognition

Age 36-54
Gender Male, 91.3%
Sad 69.9%
Fear 19%
Confused 5.8%
Angry 1.5%
Happy 1.5%
Calm 1.2%
Surprised 0.7%
Disgusted 0.6%

AWS Rekognition

Age 38-56
Gender Male, 75.4%
Calm 53.9%
Sad 29.4%
Surprised 10.1%
Happy 2.6%
Confused 1.3%
Fear 1.3%
Angry 1.2%
Disgusted 0.1%

Feature analysis

Amazon

Person
Bird

Clarifai

Person
Stairs
Human face
Fountain
Human arm

AWS Rekognition

Person 73.1%

AWS Rekognition

Bird 60.9%

Clarifai

Person 60.6%

Clarifai

Person 60.3%

Clarifai

Person 49.7%

Clarifai

Person 44%

Clarifai

Person 35.9%

Clarifai

Stairs 49.6%

Clarifai

Human face 46.9%

Clarifai

Human face 40%

Clarifai

Fountain 42.5%

Clarifai

Human arm 35%

Categories

Captions

Clarifai

Created by general-english-image-caption-clip on 2025-07-12

a photograph of a man jumping into water.

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-22

a photograph of a man is jumping into the water in a pool

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-16

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing a stroboscopic effect that captures the sequential movements of a diver performing a dive. The diver is seen in multiple overlapping positions, beginning on a diving board and ending with a splash into the water. The entire motion arc—from the initial leap to the entry into the water—is represented in this single-shot composition. The background includes a pool area with bleachers and walls, but the focus remains on the dynamic movement of the diver. The strobe lighting highlights the grace and precision of the action.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-16

The image is a black and white photograph capturing a sequence of a diver performing a dive from a springboard. The photograph uses multiple exposures to show the movement of the diver in different positions throughout the dive. The diver, wearing a swimsuit, starts from the springboard, arcs through the air in a graceful curved motion, and finishes by entering the water headfirst. The splash at the bottom of the image indicates the entry point into the water. The background is dark, highlighting the diver's movements with clarity and allowing the viewer to see each stage of the dive as if frozen in time.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image depicts a group of divers performing a synchronized jump into a pool. The divers are captured mid-air, their bodies twisted and contorted as they gracefully descend towards the water. The black and white photograph creates a dramatic, almost ethereal quality to the scene, highlighting the athleticism and artistry of the divers' movements. The background appears to be a diving platform or structure, adding to the sense of height and depth of the dive. Overall, the image conveys a sense of motion, power, and the beauty of the human form in motion.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This is a fascinating black and white photograph that captures the sequential motion of a diver performing a dive into water. The image shows multiple exposures of the same dive, creating a stroboscopic effect that breaks down the diving motion into several stages. The diver appears to be executing a forward dive, and you can see their body position change from standing on the diving board through the complete rotation until they enter the water, creating a splash at the bottom. The background shows what appears to be a diving facility with some seating or bleachers visible. This type of photography was innovative for its time, as it allowed people to study athletic movements in detail by breaking them down into distinct phases. The technique is similar to the chronophotography pioneered by photographers like Eadweard Muybridge in the late 19th century.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image depicts a black-and-white photograph of a man performing a series of dives into a pool. The man is shown in various stages of his dives, with his body contorted in different positions as he leaps from a diving board and enters the water.

In the foreground, the man's body is the main focus, with his arms and legs extended in different directions as he performs each dive. His facial expression changes from one dive to the next, conveying a sense of concentration and effort.

In the background, the pool and surrounding area are visible, including the diving board and the wall of the pool. The wall features a scoreboard and other equipment, suggesting that this is a competitive diving event.

Overall, the image captures the dynamic movement and athleticism of the diver as he performs his dives, conveying a sense of energy and excitement.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black-and-white photograph of a man diving into a pool. The man is captured in multiple poses, from standing on the diving board to entering the water, creating a sense of motion and movement. He is wearing white swim trunks and has short hair. The background of the image shows the interior of an indoor pool facility, with a diving board, stairs leading up to it, and a wall with signs on it. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a competitive diving event or practice session.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

A black-and-white photo features a group of people performing a synchronized diving routine in a swimming pool. The divers are in various positions, including upside down, mid-air, and in the water. The pool has a diving board, and there is a lifesaver hanging on the side of the pool. The image has a white border. The divers are wearing white swimsuits, and their shadows are cast on the pool's surface.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-08

The black-and-white image shows four people in swimming trunks performing an acrobatic stunt in the water. The four people are in a pyramid formation, with one person at the bottom and the other three people above him. The person at the bottom is holding the legs of the person above him, and the other two people are holding the legs of the person above them. The water splashes as the four people land in the water.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-16

Here's a description of the image:

The image is a black and white photograph featuring a diver in a swimming pool. It uses a technique called "multiple exposure" or "time-slice photography," showcasing the diver's motion as he executes a dive.

Here's a breakdown:

  • Subject: The primary subject is a male diver wearing white swim trunks.
  • Action: The photograph captures the diver's movement from the moment he leaves the diving board through his entry into the water. The sequential images depict the diver's trajectory, including his mid-air positions, his body position as he falls, and finally the splash of water.
  • Composition: The image is well-composed. The diver is in the center, and the sequential images guide the viewer's eye from the top to the bottom of the frame. The dark background and lighting create drama and highlight the subject.
  • Technique: The use of multiple exposure is evident, with the diver appearing as a translucent series of images, which gives the impression of movement over time.
  • Environment: The photograph appears to be taken in an indoor swimming pool setting. You can see the diving board, some seating, and potentially a ladder leading up to the diving board, with a dark and dramatic feel overall.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-16

The black and white image presents a dynamic and sequential portrayal of a diver executing a dive into a pool. The photograph captures multiple stages of the dive, from the diver standing on the board to their entry into the water, creating a sense of continuous movement.

The diver, clad in what appears to be a classic swimsuit, is depicted in various positions: poised on the diving board, leaping into the air, arching, and finally entering the water, causing a splash. These multiple exposures are layered, providing a clear understanding of the dive's trajectory and the athlete's form.

In the background, there is a simple, institutional setting with stairs and a wall, which adds a sense of depth to the image. The water's surface is relatively calm, reflecting the surroundings and adding a level of realism. The overall monochrome palette gives the photograph a timeless and classic feel, emphasizing the athleticism and grace of the diver.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-05-31

The image is a black and white photograph capturing a sequence of a diver performing a dive from a diving board. The photograph uses a multiple exposure technique to show the diver's movement from the moment they jump off the diving board to the point where they enter the water.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the sequence:

  1. The diver is seen at the top of the image, just as they are launching off the diving board.
  2. The next exposure shows the diver in mid-air, starting to tuck their body.
  3. The following exposures show the diver continuing to tuck and rotate their body.
  4. Towards the bottom of the image, the diver is seen extending their body, preparing to enter the water.
  5. The final exposure captures the diver's entry into the water, with a splash visible at the point of impact.

The background includes the diving board, a staircase leading up to it, and some blurred elements that suggest the setting is an indoor swimming pool. The photograph effectively captures the grace and athleticism of the diver's movements.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This black-and-white photograph captures a synchronized diving sequence in a swimming pool. Multiple individuals are shown at different stages of their dives, creating a dynamic and overlapping composition. The divers are executing a series of flips and twists in mid-air, with their bodies positioned in various angles and orientations. The background features poolside equipment and steps leading down into the water, emphasizing the indoor setting of the pool. The image appears to be a freeze-frame or composite of several moments from a dive, showcasing the grace and precision of synchronized swimming or diving.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-05

This is a black-and-white photograph capturing a sequence of a diver performing a dive into a pool. The image uses a technique that shows multiple frames of the diver as they jump off the diving board, execute a series of flips and twists in mid-air, and finally enter the water. The diver is wearing a swimsuit, and the water is shown creating a splash as the diver enters. The background includes the diving board, some steps, and a wall. The photograph effectively illustrates the motion and dynamics of the dive.