Project "This Land" - Instructions and Comments

04/13/2004 12:42:57 AM · #1

Project "This Land" - Instructions and comments

I thought of this idea a few days ago while driving to work. I hope others will find it to be as fun as I thought it might be.

Project "This Land", is setting the words of Woody Guthrie's song "This Land is Your Land" to photography. The principle objective is to have fun. This is not a contest and there are no rules, other than the photographs you submit must be your photographs and must reside in your portfolio. I've divided the project into three different threads to keep things as simple as possible.

This thread is for instructions on how to participate and for comments regarding the project.

This thread //www.dpchallenge.com/forum.php?action=read&FORUM_THREAD_ID=83013
is a list of the lyrics with a numerical index to the left to identify the lyric an image is to be related.

This thread //www.dpchallenge.com/forum.php?action=read&FORUM_THREAD_ID=83015 is strictly for the storyboard where the lyrics and images will be assembled.

Participating is easy. Simply go to this thread //www.dpchallenge.com/forum.php?action=read&FORUM_THREAD_ID=83013
, and post a comment that contains the index number for the lyric, and a url to a photograph in your portfolio that is related to the lyric.
The reasoning for keeping that thread clear of questions and comments is so we all have an easy view of what lyrics have already been chosen. Also note that lyrics indexed 52-55 also contain your choice of location. Those locations can be anywhere, they need not be in the U.S.

To get things started I chose lyric [025]. I don't have the best image for it and if someone else can offer one I'll replace mine with it.

As people participate I'll update the storyboard. I log in several times a day which should be sufficient. Feel free to offer any suggestions or PM me.

** Note for SC and admins. If you feel this idea is not in the best interest of DPC please lock all three threads.

Message edited by author 2004-04-13 01:07:06.

kreybar

Nikon D70

04/13/2004 12:48:08 AM · #2

OOOPS , you broke the rules ! I'll take # 22 since I have 2 11 yr . old twins

Canon PowerShot Pro 90 IS

04/13/2004 12:51:58 AM · #3

Hi Kevin. Still trying to get all the links set up. Hope to see your photo soon =)

coolhar

04/13/2004 01:41:35 AM · #4

This sounds like fun. I'll read all the threads tomorrow when I'm not so tired. Thanks garrywhite.

Spork99

OM System OM-1

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

04/13/2004 11:03:12 AM · #5

Very cool project.

I put one in, but can we submit images for more than one line?

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/13/2004 11:21:30 AM · #6

I see no problem with that Dan, thanks for participating.

cmangis

Canon PowerShot S330

04/13/2004 11:24:40 AM · #7

Spazmo99, I just realized I posted my shot for line 31 right after yours! I didn't mean to compete, that's a gorgeous photo.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

04/13/2004 01:52:13 PM · #8

We can ultimately get a sound track, and turn it into a video with some simple cut/dissolves/wipes from one picture to the other. License for the lyric shouldn't cost too much ....

muckpond

Nikon D200

Sigma 15mm f/2.8 EX Diagonal Fisheye for Nikon

04/13/2004 02:25:10 PM · #9

i just want to say "kudos" to this idea. i wish i had something i could contribute to it.

great going, guys.

Gordon

RIM BlackBerry Curve

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

04/13/2004 02:30:32 PM · #10

I think this is a cool idea - I posted several shots, but feel free to remove any and all of em that don't suit :)

I figured multiple suggestions for the same line was okay ?

04/13/2004 02:52:23 PM · #11

It's going to take me a little longer to update the story board. rushing to get some software compiled and delivered. Should be updated shortly after 1pm pst

04/13/2004 04:08:34 PM · #12

Up to date again... Remarkable pictures so far.. you guys are awesome!

Canon EF 28-200mm f/3.5-5.6 USM

04/13/2004 04:33:47 PM · #13

Ram21 I sent you a PM asking that you please place your image into your profile. That's great photo!

Ram21

Canon EOS-10D

04/13/2004 04:34:25 PM · #14

Originally posted by garrywhite2:

Ram21 I sent you a PM asking that you please place your image into your profile. That's great photo!

Unfortunately I don't have a membership. Well I do now Updating

Message edited by author 2004-04-13 16:41:54.

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

04/13/2004 05:09:36 PM · #15

I was not aware that registered users had no portfolio. I feel bad about this.... open to suggestions

cpanaioti

Canon EOS-40D

04/13/2004 05:41:38 PM · #16

There are other verses. Can we add lyrics (i.e. from the Canadian version)?

Seanachai

Canon EOS-20D

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

04/13/2004 05:42:44 PM · #17

Great idea garrywhite2 and everyone has been submitting great photos.

Message edited by author 2004-04-13 23:17:46.

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

04/13/2004 05:56:18 PM · #18

Originally posted by cpanaioti:

There are other verses. Can we add lyrics (i.e. from the Canadian version)?

Hi Colette,

These are the Canadian verses I've heard. I'm willing to add as many as people will add pictures. Advise me on which you want added.

There's quite a few different versions. The original was "God Blessed America For You and Me".

This land is your land,
This land is my land,
From Bonavista
To Vancouver Island,
From the Artic Circle,
To the Great Lake waters,
This land was made for you and me.

I've roamed and I rambled
And I followed my footsteps
To the fir-clad forests
Of our mighty mountains
And all around me
A voice was calling,
This land was made for you and me.

I followed your low hills
And I followed your cliff rims,
Your marble canyons
And sunny bright waters.
As the fog was lifting,
A voice was saying
This land was made for you and me.

When the sun comes shining
And I am strolling,
And the wheat fields waving
And dust clouds rolling,
As the fog was lifting
A voice was calling,
This land was made for you and me.

cpanaioti

Canon EOS-40D

04/13/2004 06:26:30 PM · #19

Garry,

If you could add the 1st and the third one you mention that would be great and I'll dig up some photos. The second and the fourth are very similar to ones in the version you've already posted.

Great idea.

Colette

Message edited by author 2004-04-13 18:28:41.

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

04/13/2004 06:47:57 PM · #20

If there are no objections I inserted those two verses prior to the last existing verse.

Some people have asked questions and I hope it doesn't seem rude that I haven't answered. The only voice I have is my own. This project belongs to all of us.

Spork99

OM System OM-1

04/13/2004 06:53:49 PM · #21

Originally posted by garrywhite2:

If there are no objections I inserted those two verses prior to the last existing verse.

I'm glad you did because I have a lot of Great Lakes shots to pick from.

:-)

cpanaioti

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM

04/13/2004 07:34:51 PM · #22

Garry,

I just looked over the verses and we're missing mountains and forest. I know this is a bit repetitive but if you think it fits could you add the following verse that you suggested before.

I've roamed and I rambled
And I followed my footsteps
To the fir-clad forests
Of our mighty mountains
And all around me
A voice was calling,
This land was made for you and me.

Thanks.

Colette

PS. Meaning... I can't use any of my mountain pictures.

Message edited by author 2004-04-13 19:36:00.