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01/07/2006 05:03:15 PM · #26 |
Well...there must be something to them. All the following stats are from woody shots I have entered:
Highest score 6.414
Best placement 14th
2nd highest percentile 88%
2nd highest comments 50
2nd highest views 1247
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01/07/2006 05:07:03 PM · #27 |
I haven't read the whole thread yet, but as the owner of the Woody in the picture you've linked to, I have to comment. That one is pretty old and is made in a totally different way from the modern ones. Just take a look at her hands and feet, also seen here:
I have a few brand new ones as well and I can guarantee they will never be able to sit the way she did in the pencil shot, because their legs are connected to their body in a totally different way.
I don't even remember where I got her, but maybe you should try looking out on ebay for a second hand one if you want this kind of pose. I must add that old age has made her quite floppy so it can be difficult to get her to hold a pose, but I wouldn't sell her for anything.
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01/08/2006 12:07:31 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by Alienyst:
Well...there must be something to them. All the following stats are from woody shots I have entered:
Highest score 6.414
Best placement 14th
2nd highest percentile 88%
2nd highest comments 50
2nd highest views 1247 |
I keep thinking I should have commented on this - my highest score by far is for the pencil shot at the top of the thread (6.985 with a next best of 6.251). That photo also has been picked as a favourite 42 times - that's more than all my other photos put together. It's just one of those things that divided people here - some love Woody, other hate him/her. You're never going to please everyone.
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01/08/2006 12:35:44 PM · #29 |
I might have to get a Woody myself.
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01/08/2006 01:41:17 PM · #30 |
Originally posted by Alienyst:
Well...I take offense...I am not cloistered in my computer room and use the woody as an easy shot. |
Well, if you recall..I said I think ..my opinion..different from yours and that makes the world more interesting. :-)
Originally posted by Alienyst:
In fact, woody shots are fairly difficult if you want to portray something effectively. It takes creativity and imagination to create a scene with a woody that can effectively convey an emotion, feeling, etc. |
That is your opinion, my opinion differs slightly perhaps based on my life experiences versus yours..which is only natural. Art is my life. I have been either studying or making money at some creative pursuit for 35 years and I have been around my share of art "woodies"...drawn them, painted them, photographed them...you name it. And, I never said creativity was completely absent when using "woodies", I imagine is see them as a learning tool more than a fascinating subject.
Originally posted by Alienyst:
The last woody shot I entered in a challenge took almost 6 hours to shoot with almost 150 shots and endless time posing, moving, adjusting to get just what I wanted. With a person I doubt it would be that difficult since you get cooperation. |
I agree, most people would not sit there for 6 hours while waiting for a photographer to adjust every conceivable shot. Plus their makeup would ruin, they need constant attention to hair, clothing position and body position, catch lights, etc, etc, etc. Most photographers better know what they are doing and get that shot a bit quicker or they won't get too many people to model for them in the future :-/
Originally posted by Alienyst:
Again, they are no different than any other subject matter in a shot and you should be voting on the merits of the photo and not whether you like woodies or not. They are not prevalent in every/any challenge and are actually a very small minority of shots entered. |
I agee to an extent. I think the perceptions and enjoyment of a photo play a key role on voting..whether they contain "woodies" or not. For me though, "woodies" elicit less from me compared to a wide range of other subjects.
Originally posted by Alienyst:
Why don't you try getting a woody and see how it is for yourself. I bet your opinion would change when you see it IS NOT an 'easy' shot. |
See above....lots of years around these and I have several in my art closet right now....they just don't inspire me to take them out and spend time to photo them. :-/
Message edited by author 2006-01-08 13:45:34. |
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01/08/2006 08:08:19 PM · #31 |
Originally posted by GinaRothfels:
I haven't read the whole thread yet, but as the owner of the Woody in the picture you've linked to, I have to comment. That one is pretty old and is made in a totally different way from the modern ones. Just take a look at her hands and feet, also seen here:
I have a few brand new ones as well and I can guarantee they will never be able to sit the way she did in the pencil shot, because their legs are connected to their body in a totally different way.
I don't even remember where I got her, but maybe you should try looking out on ebay for a second hand one if you want this kind of pose. I must add that old age has made her quite floppy so it can be difficult to get her to hold a pose, but I wouldn't sell her for anything. |
Thanks for your reply, Gina. That's is very helpful. I thought maybe it was me not being very patient with him. The box said "assumes any human position" but that wasn't true. I wound up taking him back to the store so I'm rid of him...lol That's a great suggestion to check Ebay. I'm sure they must have one.
Thanks again! I appreciate it.
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01/08/2006 08:24:46 PM · #32 |
Originally posted by Alienyst:
There are different kinds. Some are more flexible than others. My two 12" woodies are 'stiff' but the smaller (4", 6", 8")ones are much more flexible.
The two stiff woodies have different joint structure. They have some cable running through them. The smaller ones have screws in the joints. |
Don't forget this one ;-)
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01/08/2006 08:56:34 PM · #33 |
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01/09/2006 07:36:57 AM · #34 |
I think my woodette is pretty flexible. I think that's the problem you dont have a woodette!
Message edited by author 2006-01-09 07:41:42.
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01/09/2006 07:43:46 AM · #35 |
| So how can I get a woody? |
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01/09/2006 08:16:09 AM · #36 |
| Go to an art supply store (around here is Michaels). Sometimes you can get them at Borders book store or Barnes and Noble but they come in a kit with paper and pencils for drawing. Michaels, at least here, has a good selection but they sell fast. I can go in there one day and there are a dozen different ones and the next day there are none. |
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01/10/2006 07:06:38 PM · #37 |
This is the first time Ive ever seen a woody and I must admit I dont even know what it is and why you all have one.
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