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04/10/2005 10:33:02 PM · #1 |
I don't know what's wrong with me. I seemed to have lost all motivation for photography in the past couple of weeks. I made myself go out today with my camera, and ended up coming back with two (that's right, only two) shots. I just can't seem to find anything worthy of clicking the shutter.
I'm thinking I might head out tomorrow for something new on my last day before returning to work...I really want to, but I know I'm not going to go anywhere.
I should just sell my camera and gear and leave a p&s in my pocket -- what's the point of having all this equipment if you don't feel like using it.
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04/10/2005 10:38:05 PM · #2 |
Honey we all go through that... it's part of the game. Give yourself a break and as the weather gets prettier and you adjust to the time change, photo ops will come crawling out of the woodwork. Lack of inspiration happens. You'll suddenly become inspired by the strangest little thing. Don't you dare sell your equipment or I'll have to trek up north and kick your booty myself! ;o)
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04/10/2005 10:38:17 PM · #3 |
I've been in the same situation. In fact, often I go out to photograph and get no (zero, zilch) shots at all. but i'm still going. it's like writer's block.
Message edited by author 2005-04-10 22:38:38. |
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04/10/2005 10:40:33 PM · #4 |
| Invite over a hot model... maybe you'll see something worth shooting XD |
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04/10/2005 10:44:21 PM · #5 |
Musically I get the same feeling.. Ive done that, Ive said that, it sounds the same as the other song etc.. I think a great photographer like yourself will soon rise above the cloud that shadows you now and be back at it in no time. Whatever you do please don't sell up, I did it once and that was the worse time of my life fighting to get a decent set of gear back together..
cup of tea, hot bath, put ya feet up and slip away into dreamland a very refreshing thing to do.. |
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04/10/2005 10:45:01 PM · #6 |
haha...you guys are great. I just need a change or something -- I feel like I've photographed just about every thing around me with any interest whatsoever. I really want to start doing candids or street photography, but that's intimidating...I always try and feel like I'm doing something I shouldn't be doing.
AHHHHH I feel like I sort of express myself through photography and it's so tough to not be able to produce something.
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04/10/2005 10:47:15 PM · #7 |
Originally posted by deapee:
haha...you guys are great. I just need a change or something -- I feel like I've photographed just about every thing around me with any interest whatsoever. I really want to start doing candids or street photography, but that's intimidating...I always try and feel like I'm doing something I shouldn't be doing.
AHHHHH I feel like I sort of express myself through photography and it's so tough to not be able to produce something. |
Try THIS. |
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04/10/2005 10:47:16 PM · #8 |
I'm a little on the same boat as yo but what i have been doing is take photos of events or parties i have been going or just take photos of simple things nothing artistic or great to show to a crowd or something like that, only memory photos..
It happens sometimes don't get ahead of it... don't think of loosing your equipment... just relax read a book about photography see new works.. try this site for instance Fotos on the net
Take some ideias from there... that is a great site with great artists...
You are a great photographer so don't turn your back to some of your great creativity... just move along it will come back again.. hope that site helps and these words too... have fun while your at it... thats the most important.
Fred
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04/10/2005 10:47:21 PM · #9 |
Location! I was so bored and unmotivated in this area, I had a blast going away on vacation and photographing in another location. I hadn't photographed anything in about a month before I went on vacation. Plan a day trip, take your camera, get back in the groove :o)
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04/10/2005 10:49:02 PM · #10 |
| I've been like that for about 3 months :( |
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04/10/2005 10:53:49 PM · #11 |
take a trip to maine, I suggest bar harbor.
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04/10/2005 10:55:21 PM · #12 |
| You can get burned out on anything you do so much of. That's why sports have seasons. Put the camera away for a few months and do something else. Pretty soon you'll find yourself wanting to get it out and shoot again. |
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04/10/2005 11:01:11 PM · #13 |
take your camera gear to a pawn shop and trade it in for a guitar and an amp.
;-)
Message edited by author 2005-04-10 23:02:14. |
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04/10/2005 11:02:12 PM · #14 |
Originally posted by deapee:
I don't know what's wrong with me. I seemed to have lost all motivation for photography in the past couple of weeks. |
I know the answer!
Run out and buy yourself a 20D. You'll be back to taking photos like a madman.
(well anyway, it worked for me!)
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04/10/2005 11:02:20 PM · #15 |
Originally posted by deapee:
... it's so tough to not be able to produce something. |
Social pressure? Don't buy into it.
We're here, ultimately, for one purpose: to live. Live a little.
Forget the small voices. ;-)
Message edited by author 2005-04-10 23:02:39.
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04/10/2005 11:07:54 PM · #16 |
Originally posted by zeuszen:
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Forget the small voices. ;-) |
You hear them too.........and I thought I was alone :O) hehehhehe |
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04/10/2005 11:09:17 PM · #17 |
Since you've stated that you've photographed everything around you that has interest maybe you feel that your work is too superficial? Are ready to take a different turn, that is for depth. Pick one or two subjects and just concentrate on them and learn those subjects, the best way to shoot them in different conditions, at different times and get immersed in them. Hone your craft and your appreciation of those subjects.
I share your reluctance to shoot street candids. I tried doing that today of kids in a park with their parents all around and just couldn't get myself to aim the lens and click the shutter. I did manage to get a couple of pics of a man in silhouette, but his back was turned and I felt like I was sneaking around. This is definitely something I have to address in me.
I think your need for variety would be well satisfied with candids. |
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04/10/2005 11:23:14 PM · #18 |
Originally posted by Olyuzi:
Since you've stated that you've photographed everything around you that has interest maybe you feel that your work is too superficial? Are ready to take a different turn, that is for depth. Pick one or two subjects and just concentrate on them and learn those subjects, the best way to shoot them in different conditions, at different times and get immersed in them. Hone your craft and your appreciation of those subjects.
I share your reluctance to shoot street candids. I tried doing that today of kids in a park with their parents all around and just couldn't get myself to aim the lens and click the shutter. I did manage to get a couple of pics of a man in silhouette, but his back was turned and I felt like I was sneaking around. This is definitely something I have to address in me.
I think your need for variety would be well satisfied with candids. |
Good advice, your methodology.
As for your own dilemma, I recommend formally approaching someone engaged in some activity you would like to take pictures of, informing him/her of your intent. Then, with his/her consent, take a few shots. Do not take them right away but wait until the activity absorbs him again (as opposed to your presence in it).
If you're lucky, other, unexpected candid opps will offer themselves from your completely secured vantage.
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04/10/2005 11:33:34 PM · #19 |
Hey,
I'm having a similar problem. Altho its not bc of interest but more to do with time, I did go out last night to the city expressly for taking opics & I only shot three.
:(
I miss dpc & my friends!
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04/10/2005 11:39:55 PM · #20 |
gotta write something so this is in my profile... i'm in this as well, but i'd like to discuss it further.... too be continued.
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04/11/2005 12:01:42 AM · #21 |
Thanks for the advice, Zeuszen. I will certainly give it a whirl. I have been, of late, admiring your candid photography and love it. Especially the man with the copper hat and trousers. Exceptional!
Originally posted by zeuszen:
As for your own dilemma, I recommend formally approaching someone engaged in some activity you would like to take pictures of, informing him/her of your intent. Then, with his/her consent, take a few shots. Do not take them right away but wait until the activity absorbs him again (as opposed to your presence in it).
If you're lucky, other, unexpected candid opps will offer themselves from your completely secured vantage. |
Message edited by author 2005-04-11 00:13:07. |
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04/11/2005 12:02:21 AM · #22 |
Originally posted by Olyuzi:
Since you've stated that you've photographed everything around you that has interest maybe you feel that your work is too superficial? Are ready to take a different turn, that is for depth. Pick one or two subjects and just concentrate on them and learn those subjects, the best way to shoot them in different conditions, at different times and get immersed in them. Hone your craft and your appreciation of those subjects.
I share your reluctance to shoot street candids. I tried doing that today of kids in a park with their parents all around and just couldn't get myself to aim the lens and click the shutter. I did manage to get a couple of pics of a man in silhouette, but his back was turned and I felt like I was sneaking around. This is definitely something I have to address in me.
I think your need for variety would be well satisfied with candids. |
I felt the same way - the park was crowded. I was there with my kids...so i had an excuse i suppose, but i still felt a bit like teh guy in Aqualung -
Sitting on a park bench --
eyeing ittle girls with bad intent.
Snot running down his nose --
greasy fingers smearing shabby clothes.
Drying in the cold sun --
Watching as the frilly panties run.
Feeling like a dead duck --
spitting out pieces of his broken luck.
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04/11/2005 12:21:58 AM · #23 |
| Take a trip without your camera. Let your mind enjoy what you see and relish its belonging only to you. By the time you get home you will be going nuts that you did not have your camera. |
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