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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 31 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Excellent! |
Jul 9th |
| 31 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Good day, John!
I like when I see images framing the common place or otherwise interpreted as austere ... and here you have framed an otherwise scene most would pass by in their hurried pace ... and I like that!
"Points to Ponder": though you said you registered the image via B&W setting, and more importantly, accidentally used ISO3200, how much processing did you use to reduce/eliminate digital noise? I make note of this because I feel the subject may actually thrive with a bit of Noise.
That being said, is the Eos55 that good in eliminating almost no digital nose? I ask, because, I often use high ISO to add/create Noise as part of the aesthetics I intend to help illustrate a subject: on my 5D Mark II this is easy as this 2009 camera produces lots of digital noise for my pleasure.
Lance A. Lewin
PSA Global B&W Photography Mentor
PSA South Atlantic Area Membership Director
lance.visualizingart@gmail.com |
Jul 7th |
1 comment - 1 reply for Group 31
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| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Thank you, Adi.
Yes, the use of this tonal gamut best illustrates, or offers the viewer the mood I experienced at the time I was hiking past this amazing location. |
Jul 11th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Version-2
So, I am trying to bring out details and changed the cool tone to one that is more Earthy, in an attempt to make the canvas less flat. These are alternatives, not necessary better than the featured work. Thank you. |
Jul 11th |
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| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Per request from Michael: here are two alternative versions he speaks about. |
Jul 11th |
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| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Viable Question you ask ... 'I struggle figuring out the story you are trying to tell...'
Not every photograph (or photographic composition) needs to actually tell a story: that is, sometimes the intentions of the artist photographer (or painter) are not more than offering the viewer or reader some scene/object they feel will be interpreted as something "interesting", be it an object of beauty, intrigue, great sadness or perhaps a composition that inflicts a sense of pain or unease.
In these instances, the artist hopes the viewer defines what the work means to them. As such, the work may have as many narratives as there are viewers looking at it.
My intentions are similar ... I am offering the viewer what I feel is a lovely "place" along this small meandering river in Central Florida: my visualization and "Compositional Structure" was designed to elicit some kind of positive connection between the viewer and the photographic image ... regardless what that might entail.
(See another composition that, again, offers the viewer options for interpretations: DD87) |
Jul 10th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Thank you. |
Jul 10th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
I appreciate your very positive feedback, Don! Thank you. |
Jul 10th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
No. Don't remove the Sign.
In my opinion, keeping this artifact interjects a human element I feel brings a sense of authenticity to the composition ... as such, "differentiates" this work from others like it, that feel, the sign (and other like-indexes of humanity) are distractions ... but I argue, instead, such artifacts often elicit more meaning, feeling and emotions from spectators.
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Jul 10th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
LOL!!! No, we were free of Mosquitos!
Appreciate your positive comments, Michael. Thank you. |
Jul 9th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Deep Blacks and sharp details define this pictures assets.
Nicely done.
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Jul 8th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
The quintessential vernacular record in photography: here, a common scene/activity duplicated all across the world, indeed.
The power to make this otherwise common scene create interest is the placement of the Cloud: seemingly overhead purposefully watching over and ready to protect the two swimmers below ... also, an interesting juxtaposition between the cloud, distant forest and our two foreground swimmers. Terrific visualization/presentation!
Caveat: some will mark this single frame (viewed alone) as uninteresting or lack narrative ... though partially true, such work should then spark your creative juices to search and visualize other like images in forming a collection ... and in that instant the work become more relevant, indeed.
But you are already aware of this as you currently enjoy creating work within your Reflection series of work.
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Jul 7th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
The piece imbues a very Abstract vibe, in my opinion, this in virtue to a very flat-plane appearance in the works overall presentation. Thus, a very interesting Fine Art landscape, indeed.
On another note, this composition may also prove difficult to print as the work also flirts with what I often define as "visual confusion" ... this in virtue of ... barely contrasting textures. Alternatively, perhaps this specific scene, as an Abstract-like visualization, may thrive within this so called visual confusion ...
... regardless, the initial work is provocative and thrives, some may say, within a minimalist aesthetic ... in any case, keeps me engaged!
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Jul 7th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
A very intensive and engaging view of an otherwise common site when we visit beaches around the world ... very striking work that creates a wider breadth of interest/excitement to what we would often define as austere. Well done!! |
Jul 7th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Beautiful scene, Don!
Total focus from front to back ... suggesting, that along with the (Dof) we expect from a wide angle lens, you also used a small aperture. Alternatively, focus stacking will give similar results. Can you confirm the technical details?
The exposure and final interpretation is vivid and authentic. Great work! |
Jul 7th |
| 83 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
First, the B&W rendering is very fine: I like the wide range of shade within the tonal gamut that helps separation between the many different shapes and textures.
As it relates to a narrative, of course, single images will always be harder to represent some narrative that was the intention of the author ... while a series of like images will go a long way in supporting one, indeed.
Here, it is a fine representation of three fishermen apparently enjoying the day finishing. |
Jul 4th |
7 comments - 7 replies for Group 83
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| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Very interesting workflow .. and I can see where the extra "structure" may have manifested itself, but yes, for the most part (as seen on TV Storm Chasers), these formations can often seem fantastical instead of something we expect from reality. Well done! |
Jul 10th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Indeed, "tension" is a viable interpretation or feeling held within this image/subject. I am glad you are intrigued.
Thank you for your thought provoking feedback, Jennifer. |
Jul 10th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Very dramatic picture of how awesome Mother Nature can be!
However, I find the aesthetics a bit artificial in this presentation ... it seems there is too much "structure", in my opinion.
Of course, unless this is the results of (also) blending multiple images? Can you (elaborate) on post-production methodology used here? Thanks, Jennifer. |
Jul 9th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Dale, really appreciate your encouraging words ... and your focus about presenting photographic work that balances between Fine Art, but maintaining a sense of authenticity ... and how I hope my work is perceived. Thank you. |
Jul 8th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Good questions Steve ... 'trying to understand how this variation in lighting would exist in nature' ... and as I spoke to Will (above), I am flirting with some of the normalities we expect with the "classic tradition" of manipulation: in this case, a careful eye may visualize this scene while sitting on the shore of this small lake ... and like Ansel Adams visualizations (and others'), also trying to maintain an authentic sense of reality with a creative hand can sometimes bring us into a new dimension if we are not careful, unless of course the artist is strictly looking for a new dimension.
I am very much flirting with this "line" between what we expect in interpreting the Real, and Fantasy. I hope we decide, especially in the Print version, the work imbues a Fine Art appearance but maintained inside the borders of the Real. Thank you, Steve. |
Jul 7th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Yes, the application of the polarizing filter and use of the Soft Contrast adjustment in Silver Efex Pro-3 will often illuminate this type of visual characteristics. They must be used with care as these tools can move beyond what is expected or determined as normal ... this defined within "classic tradition"; here, I am flirting near these boundaries.
Another, yes ... printing may prove difficult as this image also borders what I often term, "visual confusion", which Chan and me reflects on below. Thank you for these important questions. (see the DD-83 image using similar tools). |
Jul 7th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
Chan, your evaluation hits the nail on the head between these two (DD-83 & DD-87) featured images. As always, thank you for your detailed analysis.
Indeed, the DD83 image is very involved or more structurally active than work I am beginning to create more often ... but I am hoping its energy translates well for a large, very large print.
On the other hand, the featured composition here is very much within the characteristics we find and learn to appreciate following oriental-based aesthetics, and this work is something I will begin to create more of going forward ... at least at different levels or intensities to one we see here. Thank you, Chan. |
Jul 7th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Absolutely, a most beautiful view of this area!
Well visualized, composed and presented here!! |
Jul 4th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
... looking forward to seeing more in this series of work! |
Jul 4th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Perfectly illustrated!
A lovely Fine Art piece that glows with love and respect! |
Jul 4th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Nicely done, Steve!
B&W goes so well will most portraits, but even more engaging with these more detailed, perhaps, analytical subjects/compositions. Beautiful range of shade within the tonal gamut ... love it! |
Jul 4th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
This is an interesting interpretation ... again, like your previous work, I actually enjoy the old Slide-film like aesthetic. This type of post production editing really do give old photographic images a new lease of life.
Well done! |
Jul 4th |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Reply |
I am glad you are enjoying the scene. Thank you, Cindy. |
Jul 3rd |
| 87 |
Jul 24 |
Comment |
Really very interesting aesthetic: very reminiscent to some types of 20th century modern art abstract paintings. Well visualized, executed and processed!
Here, best Categorized and Tagged/identified as "Digital Fine Art Composite Photography" or "Fine Art Photography" ... thus helping spectators "appreciate" the work within the photography art genre. |
Jul 3rd |
6 comments - 8 replies for Group 87
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14 comments - 16 replies Total
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