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09/21/2006 10:30:26 PM · #1 |
I checked and can see that variations of this have been suggested several times. I don't think it has been done. I think a basic editing challenge with the photographer/entrant being the sole judge of the hero.
Here in Tampa Bay, a local TV station has the segment called everyday heros. It's just a glimpse of who the photographer may see as a role model or a person who has overcome tremendous odds.
The title should be very descriptive of the hero label.
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09/21/2006 11:12:27 PM · #2 |
| Cool idea but it leaves too much for interpretation. Unfortunately I think it would be a prelude to a DNMC slaughter. Maybe in another time but certainly intriguing. |
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09/21/2006 11:32:48 PM · #3 |
| I guess you mean something like this challenge |
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09/21/2006 11:52:28 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by Ivo:
Cool idea but it leaves too much for interpretation. Unfortunately I think it would be a prelude to a DNMC slaughter. Maybe in another time but certainly intriguing. |
I am rather intrigued by this portion of your comment. I often see this banter in a variety of forums, but have yet to come across any form of empirical evidence that would substantiate this phenomenon.
Could it be that this is simply a question of perspective, and not unlike the elusive "Trolls" something that exists only in the minds that those who believe?
Just curious?
Ray
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09/22/2006 12:48:32 AM · #5 |
Well Ray, you have a valid question. The empirical evidence may not exist but I'd say it is more of a subjective observation. The question will not be the photo but rather the validation voters give to a heroic snapshot. Unfortunately, that bias would be enough to overlook the significance of those whom may be presented in such high esteem. I'd think we'd be short selling the heroism unique to each subject in this challenge. An image itself could not convey the story so vital to the submission. At this point,the challenges do not accomodate the story which is essential for the viewer to embrace such status. Too bad because it would be insightful and a chance for us to learn about some extraordinary people.
Message edited by author 2006-09-22 00:49:40. |
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09/22/2006 12:59:30 AM · #6 |
Originally posted by Ivo:
Well Ray, you have a valid question. The empirical evidence may not exist but I'd say it is more of a subjective observation. The question will not be the photo but rather the validation voters give to a heroic snapshot. Unfortunately, that bias would be enough to overlook the significance of those whom may be presented in such high esteem. I'd think we'd be short selling the heroism unique to each subject in this challenge. An image itself could not convey the story so vital to the submission. At this point,the challenges do not accomodate the story which is essential for the viewer to embrace such status. Too bad because it would be insightful and a chance for us to learn about some extraordinary people. |
Certainly, superior titling would be required for the more subtle depictions of heroism, if they were to have a chance against the soldiers and firemen :-) But even so, it's an intriguing and thought-provoking challenge if you go into not in search of a ribbon but in an attempt to convey something heartfelt. Every entrant who did that would be a hero in my book.
R.
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