Something New II - DPChallenge Forums

05/09/2004 07:03:51 PM · #1

I couldn't find the old topic after much searching so I decided to start annew (lol pun).

I looked at the old 'Something New' challenge, (ha! opposites, sorry, I'll stop now), and all the winning images were pictures representing something new. Like New life, New day, new car, etc... Now my question is this: Does it have to be a picture of a new thing (as in the challenge description) that you've never entered before, or are people leaning toward voting photographs of "objects that are new" higher?

Basically is it a free study with everyone entering types of shots that they've never entered before, OR is it pictures of new objects? Or does it matter?

scalvert

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

05/09/2004 07:06:47 PM · #2

The old challenge was for new objects. This one is for images you've never shot before, regardless of age. Basically a free study.

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

05/09/2004 07:56:07 PM · #3

I know the winning shot will contain something that represents something new, because those are the ones that bring upt the obvious idea of new. I tend to think that only a handful of people read the challenge outlines anymore, especially when it comes to voting. It'll be interesting though to see how the voting goes. But if I were to make a guess, it would be a shot of something obviously new, like a new day, car, etc...

Neil

Fujifilm X-T30

05/09/2004 07:58:30 PM · #4

Originally posted by goinskiing:

Gee, now you tell me! You are right, I think.

Zoomdak

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

05/09/2004 08:06:30 PM · #5

Originally posted by scalvert:

The old challenge was for new objects. This one is for images you've never shot before, regardless of age. Basically a free study.

Yeah, basically a free study. A free study hoping to make people try new ideas, which is good, but also is up to the intregity of that person.

jpochard

Canon EOS-40D

05/09/2004 08:51:03 PM · #6

Originally posted by goinskiing:

I hope folks have read the outline because my "subject" is NOT new, however it taught me something new about my camera and was a shot I'd been thinking about trying anyway. So, for me, it was "new". I am pleased with how it turned out, so now it's time to see what the voters think.

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

05/09/2004 08:52:58 PM · #7

Originally posted by jpochard:

Originally posted by goinskiing:
I know the winning shot will contain something that represents something new, because those are the ones that bring upt the obvious idea of new. I tend to think that only a handful of people read the challenge outlines anymore, especially when it comes to voting. It'll be interesting though to see how the voting goes. But if I were to make a guess, it would be a shot of something obviously new, like a new day, car, etc...

I hope folks have read the outline because my "subject" is NOT new, however it taught me something new about my camera and was a shot I'd been thinking about trying anyway. So, for me, it was "new". I am pleased with how it turned out, so now it's time to see what the voters think.

It is always fun to learn something new on your camera, especially when you thought you "knew it all." That's what I love about photography is that you are ALWAYS learning something, no matter what your level is. Yeah, the voting will definitely be interesting.

PSHope your shot does well, you have en EXCELLENT eye for shots and I love your work. By the way, I would like to thank you for the critique you gave on my Silhouettes shot. It is greatly appreciated.

;D

Message edited by author 2004-05-09 20:54:25.

Sammie

Olympus OM-D E-M5

05/09/2004 09:14:02 PM · #8

My picture isn't something new either - it is something I've never photographed before in a place I've not taken pictures. It will be interesting to see what pictures are in the challenge.

Neuferland

Google Pixel 2

05/09/2004 09:16:54 PM · #9

This challenge was HARD!!!

I have been working on it all week, looking, thinking, coming up blank until tonight I grabbed the kids and took off on a road trip, taking roads we've never taken before, looking for something I've never shot before and FINALLY found something! It's not new to DPC but it's new to me! ;)

Deannda
Have a feeling it will score low as a result

HRoxas

Canon EOS-5D

05/09/2004 09:32:19 PM · #10

Originally posted by goinskiing:

I was thinking of doing a camera/flash technique but didn't happen. My entry is shot from a place I've never shot a photo before although you'd never know by just looking at it. I like it enough to submit it but I predict a score of 5.2 to 5.4

DefyTime

Canon EOS-7D

05/09/2004 11:06:26 PM · #11

I took a pic of something that I had never seen before, and hopefully many others haven't either, do you think that will score well, if the shot looks good also.

I know this sounds very vauge and without a picture to look at you all are probably like, "I have no idea what to say to this guy."

Message edited by author 2004-05-09 23:07:44.

Cam

Sony DSC-F717

05/09/2004 11:15:35 PM · #12

This is pretty funny. I looked at the first something new, and sort of went on the premise that it would be along the same lines. I will read more carefully next time.

OOPs. My guess for mine. In the mid 4's.

frychikn

Olympus C-5050Z

05/09/2004 11:21:47 PM · #13

Originally posted by Sammie:

My picture isn't something new either - it is something I've never photographed before in a place I've not taken pictures. It will be interesting to see what pictures are in the challenge.

Mine also. This is precisely what the instructions say.

scalvert

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

05/09/2004 11:22:13 PM · #14

I played it safe and shot something I've never seen before in a town where I've never photographed before AND made sure the subject was both unique and suggested something new. I think that covers all the bases. Hoping to continue a mini-streak of 6+ scores. Fingers crossed.

jpochard

Canon EOS-40D

05/09/2004 11:24:37 PM · #15

I am going to predict a 5.79 for mine. My first prediction...we'll see how close I come! (I would probably give it about a 7, voting on it myself.)

Canon EOS-60D

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

05/09/2004 11:26:31 PM · #16

Originally posted by frychikn:

Originally posted by Sammie:
My picture isn't something new either - it is something I've never photographed before in a place I've not taken pictures. It will be interesting to see what pictures are in the challenge.

Mine also. This is precisely what the instructions say.

That's how I read it, as well. I predict a 5.48 for me...I like it much more than that, but I have noticed that when I really like a pic, no one else who votes does! Oh well...it's the fun of the challenge! :o)

pmichaud

05/09/2004 11:48:09 PM · #17

Originally posted by laurielblack:

Originally posted by frychikn:

Originally posted by Sammie:
My picture isn't something new either - it is something I've never photographed before in a place I've not taken pictures. It will be interesting to see what pictures are in the challenge.

Mine also. This is precisely what the instructions say.

That's how I read it, as well. I predict a 5.48 for me...I like it much more than that, but I have noticed that when I really like a pic, no one else who votes does! Oh well...it's the fun of the challenge! :o)

Well, mine is something I have photographed before, but certainly not in the WAY it was photographed this time and not in a PLACE I had ever been before today. I understand what you mean. It seems I have "unique" taste in images - which you must as well. I think that's just fine! And I find that when I go back and re-do my pictures using the suggestions I've been given, I usually like them even better. I appreciate you guys! Good luck to all in this challenge.

pmichaud

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

05/09/2004 11:55:49 PM · #18

Five more minutes..... tap, tap, tap........

David.C

05/09/2004 11:58:36 PM · #19

The first thing I thought of was the moon:

I did not think it was all that original, or that it would do all that well, so I kept looking. Then at nearly the last minute I find something that I liked better. Both are shots I have never attempted before; and are literally as opposite as night and day. :D

The shot I submitted is a very common subject for DPC, hope I do not get counted down too much for that, but it is not one I have ever done. The lighting was a challenge, but I am happy with how it turned out.

Now I just have to wait a few more minutes for the voting to begin so I will be able to see all of its flaws perfectly clear. :(

David

Message edited by author 2004-05-10 00:03:38.

pmichaud

05/10/2004 12:16:18 AM · #20

UNCLE!!! I GIVE!!! These all look like 8's to 10's to me (except mine - which now I don't like as much). I'm impressed.

Message edited by author 2004-05-10 00:19:17.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0L USM

05/10/2004 12:17:51 AM · #21

Originally posted by ancientimages:

UNCLE!!! I GIVE!!! These all look like 8's to 10's to me (except mine - which know I don't like as much). I'm impressed.

Ditto! Two votes and sitting at a 5. Not too shabby.

elsapo

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 50mm f1.2L

05/10/2004 12:18:07 AM · #22

i shouldn't have entered!! LOL too many photos that are better, i have 4 votes and a score of 4 :(

movieman

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

05/10/2004 12:18:27 AM · #23

The first person gave me a 7. Totally surprising. I'm expecting the brown. Seriously. I almost didn't submit, but decided I just though.

The second vote gave me a 3, and that's what I'm expecting lots of. I'd probably give myself a 4.

David.C

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

05/10/2004 12:19:55 AM · #24

After 5 votes I have a 5.4. Which is just about where I am always am.

David