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06/16/2008 10:26:53 PM · #26 |
| Stiger > Thats exactly what I am trying to figure out! |
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06/16/2008 10:30:15 PM · #27 |
Originally posted by Louis:
They're lovely photos, exactly the kind of stuff I like. There is nothing in the least controversial about them; anyone who has said so probably needs their head examined. Perhaps the people coming to your door are Jehovah's Witnesses, and their interest in you has nothing to do with photography? (I usually invite such people in and tell them why I'm not a Witness. Sometimes they come back -- I make an impressive espresso -- usually not.)
None of the photos have photographer's comments. If you could add a few to let us know the meaning behind them, perhaps it would help. It's not obvious from the pictures themselves, which are beautiful but enigmatic. |
That is a perfectly logical explanation. . . |
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06/16/2008 10:33:14 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by dieselphoto:
Anyway thanks everyone for your help. Next time I will just ask more general questions, rather than having people look at the images. It was not my
intention to seek feedback other than if something is wrong or not with them, which could be posted here. Without a sample, it's harder to know what
type of images I am talking about.
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Diesel - it is amazing how strongly some people feel about photography versus digital art. I have seen more than a few threads that debate that topic in a very strong manner. it usually has nothing to do with the subject but the style of art.
i think you have some great work posted and should be proud of it. just remember, not everyone is going to like what you do, but you do have an audience and should aim towards them. |
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06/16/2008 10:40:21 PM · #29 |
One last question!
If a photographer ( stock image ), would see his image used in my type of Photoshop image for design purposes, such as editorials etc...
and he/she may not like it used in that way, even though I would have rights, would that be possible grounds for casual harassment? |
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06/16/2008 10:43:17 PM · #30 |
Originally posted by dieselphoto:
One last question!
If a photographer ( stock image ), would see his image used in my type of Photoshop image for design purposes, such as editorials etc...
and he/she may not like it used in that way, even though I would have rights, would that be possible grounds for casual harassment? |
you mean you photoshopping an image that you didnt take? for example, you purchase the rights for a picture from a stock site??
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06/16/2008 10:49:49 PM · #31 |
gwe21
Yes, some images must be purchased, in order to give the client the look they need for their editorial/ad piece etc... Graphc design work. |
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06/16/2008 10:59:15 PM · #32 |
| i am not trying to be a jerk or play devils advocate, and i dont think you should remove the shots from the site, i really like them. but so far your posts have been VERY generalized so its hard to form an opinion or be sympathetic, can you be more specific about at least ONE conversation you have had with these people? |
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06/16/2008 11:08:24 PM · #33 |
smardaz..........that's easy!
One of my previous images was of a crying child with a backround of war-time ruins. The message was anti-war. That same week I also created an image
with a young lady with a bruised eye (makeup), with a message of "stop domestic violence". That same evening I had a stuck-up woman show up at my door
with a resident Physchiatric doctor from the local hospital questioning me if I had hurt anyone today or in the near past. Took me 1/2 hour convince and
explain to these people that I did nothing. |
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06/16/2008 11:28:12 PM · #34 |
Is it scary that I am no longer religious yet see very clear hidden messages in these photos?
Cat = Wrath or Possessment
Train Tunnel = Lust
Mirror = Vanity
and finally
Woman looking at boat = Hot, err I mean hmm, ok I have nothing on this one *shrugs*
I've learned people will complain about anything though. |
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06/16/2008 11:37:30 PM · #35 |
Originally posted by dieselphoto:
smardaz..........that's easy!
One of my previous images was of a crying child with a backround of war-time ruins. The message was anti-war. That same week I also created an image
with a young lady with a bruised eye (makeup), with a message of "stop domestic violence". That same evening I had a stuck-up woman show up at my door
with a resident Physchiatric doctor from the local hospital questioning me if I had hurt anyone today or in the near past. Took me 1/2 hour convince and
explain to these people that I did nothing. |
wow, thats just really bizarre, i would love to know what organization they claim to represent |
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06/16/2008 11:45:01 PM · #36 |
I know the doctor's name, but all else is kept quiet. If these people are just looking out for the welfare of women and children, I am all for it, drop by daily if you like.
togdog: Interesting takes! You made my night!
bassbone: Thanks 4 the logic! It helped.
All others: Thanks 4 the help. |
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06/17/2008 12:13:09 AM · #37 |
Originally posted by karmat:
Originally posted by Louis:
They're lovely photos, exactly the kind of stuff I like. There is nothing in the least controversial about them; anyone who has said so probably needs their head examined. Perhaps the people coming to your door are Jehovah's Witnesses, and their interest in you has nothing to do with photography? (I usually invite such people in and tell them why I'm not a Witness. Sometimes they come back -- I make an impressive espresso -- usually not.)
None of the photos have photographer's comments. If you could add a few to let us know the meaning behind them, perhaps it would help. It's not obvious from the pictures themselves, which are beautiful but enigmatic. |
That is a perfectly logical explanation. . . |
I HIGHLY doubt they are Jehovah's Witnesses....thats not how we operate. Not that every religion doesnt have the kind of people you dont want people to look at as representing your faith but as a group I can guarantee that is not us. |
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06/17/2008 12:24:42 AM · #38 |
Originally posted by smardaz:
Originally posted by karmat:
Originally posted by Louis:
They're lovely photos, exactly the kind of stuff I like. There is nothing in the least controversial about them; anyone who has said so probably needs their head examined. Perhaps the people coming to your door are Jehovah's Witnesses, and their interest in you has nothing to do with photography? (I usually invite such people in and tell them why I'm not a Witness. Sometimes they come back -- I make an impressive espresso -- usually not.)
None of the photos have photographer's comments. If you could add a few to let us know the meaning behind them, perhaps it would help. It's not obvious from the pictures themselves, which are beautiful but enigmatic. |
That is a perfectly logical explanation. . . |
I HIGHLY doubt they are Jehovah's Witnesses....thats not how we operate. Not that every religion doesnt have the kind of people you dont want people to look at as representing your faith but as a group I can guarantee that is not us. |
I didn't read it, or intend it to read, that JW were knocking on the door criticizing his art. Frankly, nothing he has posted makes me think the two (door knockers and critics) were related in the least. IF he has religious people coming to his door, they could be JW, was what I took Louis's comment to mean. Because, while you are correct (at least this is what I think you meant) that they are always very courteous and polite, and aren't going to go off on extraneous tangents like art criticism, they (you?) are also very faithful door knockers. :)
For that matter, I'm still trying to figure out where the heck religion comes into this at all -- JW, Baptist, Jewish, Muslim, Wiccan, or whatever. |
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06/17/2008 12:25:11 AM · #39 |
| I consider myself an extreme Christian Right person. I have no problem with the four shots. I wouldn't give any of them above a 5 though, they are not my personal cup-of-tea. I just am not into HDR or extreme PS, I like the real thing photography. Maybe I'm not "Right" enough. |
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06/17/2008 12:46:12 AM · #40 |
| The only thing I got from all the generalizations and unknown links between religion and door knocking, is you need to stop posting your address, or stop answering the door. |
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06/17/2008 12:52:19 AM · #41 |
| Are you taking other people's photographs and reworking them? Then claiming they're your art without mentioning that you aren't the photographer? Through all your posts I still smell fish. Sorry if i'm wrong but it just seems like you're holding back on something. |
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06/17/2008 01:08:46 AM · #42 |
| This is the weirdest thread I've ever run into. The original story is just too bizarre. I have a number of theories regarding this but I think it will be best if I keep them to myself. |
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06/17/2008 01:12:56 AM · #43 |
Originally posted by dieselphoto:
They have come to my door (got address from former co-workers). |
If a coworker gave them your address then I would ask the coworker who they are.
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06/17/2008 02:00:17 AM · #44 |
Originally posted by dieselphoto:
smardaz..........that's easy!
One of my previous images was of a crying child with a backround of war-time ruins. The message was anti-war. That same week I also created an image
with a young lady with a bruised eye (makeup), with a message of "stop domestic violence". That same evening I had a stuck-up woman show up at my door
with a resident Physchiatric doctor from the local hospital questioning me if I had hurt anyone today or in the near past. Took me 1/2 hour convince and
explain to these people that I did nothing. |
So was it a stuck-up woman or a religious nut? The pictures are nicely done and I can't imagine why anyone would care two cents. I guess it must have been a bizarre Canadian... Use a polaroid camera so you can give the door knockers a nice artist signed print. I just hope it all works out for you without too much trouble. |
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06/17/2008 02:40:24 AM · #45 |
Read every post and so far I have not seen a single indication of anything related to religion - although that didn't stop some folks from saying things about "religious people". The only thing I read was that a a woman and a psychiatrist came to your door and questioned you. So why doesn't the thread title say "Fanatic Females" or "Extreme Psychiatrist" or maybe "Photography Purists" or "Anti-Digital Art Fanatics"???
This whole thread is lacking a whole lot of significant details - but sure, let's go ahead and call out religious fanatics or Jehovas Witnesses. |
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06/17/2008 02:58:52 AM · #46 |
Are the photos you posted the ones that the complaints are about, specifically?
I'm getting the impression that either the photographer or subject of one or more stock photographs is upset with how you portrayed the photo(s) or with how it was associated; for example, an anti-abortionist having her image associated with a campaign for planned parenthood, or a vegetarian's image used to promote the beef industry. Since there may be no legal way to stop you they are resorting to harrassment.
I may be way off-target but that's what I'm beginning to sift from all this. Yes? No?
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06/17/2008 03:04:33 AM · #47 |
Originally posted by dieselphoto:
smardaz..........that's easy!
One of my previous images was of a crying child with a backround of war-time ruins. The message was anti-war. That same week I also created an image with a young lady with a bruised eye (makeup), with a message of "stop domestic violence". That same evening I had a stuck-up woman show up at my door with a resident Physchiatric doctor from the local hospital questioning me if I had hurt anyone today or in the near past. Took me 1/2 hour convince and explain to these people that I did nothing. |
This is beyond bizarre - none of the story is adding up at all. You posted that you are being harassed by "religious fanatics" about one or more of the four images in your profile and here you are talking about two other images that you think prompted a visit by a stuck-up woman and a local psychiatrist. AND - you spoke with them for a half hour trying to convince them you didn't harm a woman?? Did you serve tea?
Wait right there, dude, I am sending over another psychiatrist to ask you a few more quesitons... |
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06/17/2008 03:10:23 AM · #48 |
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06/17/2008 03:19:35 AM · #49 |
Originally posted by ShutterPug:
Rose? |
Bingo! |
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06/17/2008 05:01:38 AM · #50 |
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