My best shot. - DPChallenge Forums

09/14/2002 07:22:27 PM · #1

I was hoping people would like to share what of theirs they have submitted that they are most proud of.

Jak

Fujifilm FinePix S602Z

09/14/2002 08:06:36 PM · #2

That's a wonderful shot, Mr Z. I, too, am surprised it didn't finsih higher.

09/14/2002 08:16:21 PM · #3

Anyone else have one to share? I am sure we all have favorite pics we have entered.

Thanks jakking.

aelith

Olympus C-3020Z

09/14/2002 08:56:39 PM · #4

Oh I can't resist this opportunity. Just click on the picture under my name 'Park Security'.

It's the first one I've entered with the Olympus that isn't too dark or out of focus. *grin* I know it's a boring pictuer at first but if you look closely you will see like a mystery puzzle why I took this shot.

He is sitting in the Gazebo, the only shelter with a view in the park (instead of patroling.) Look closely and you can see the top of a water jug and a radio (two way?) on the table in front of him (this is not just a momentary sit down it's a camp out.) He's talking on his cellphone. I leand way over the banister and framed by LCD so I could include what he was looking at.

Oh and when I walked past he was complaining to his buddy about his girlfriend. The snake!

BTW if I had shot from the other side it would be a whole other story.

aelith -- thumb in pie ---

09/14/2002 09:11:55 PM · #5

Can you believe they want to make these guys federal employees, with federal pensions?

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Gracious

09/14/2002 09:45:44 PM · #6

THIS image of mine was terribly misunderstood. I had decided NOT to go with any of the cliche' shots. I wanted to make a statement about those less fortunate than average. Actually I figured the symbolism was clear, but obviously not. Well I am not bummed about it, just realize that I assumed too much. Take a look and see what you think with the explanation included. Of course I realize that a picture is worth a thousand words, and it shouldn't take a thousand words to explain a picture. I am learning! ;-)

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aelith

Olympus C-3020Z

09/14/2002 10:00:29 PM · #7

Zeis, your best girl's expression is adorable.

LOL, It's a private park open to the public.

Grayce, This is a picture invoking powerful sentiments, That, from what I read, was never in question to most of us on the forum.

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

09/14/2002 10:32:40 PM · #8

I really like the idea, the flowers and the blood were very strong and make a powerful statement, very good concept shot. It may have just been too "political" for most. I am wondering what foreground/background it would go best with....

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mci

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

09/14/2002 10:49:50 PM · #9

I consider this to be among my best shots ever. I know a lot of people thought the shadows detracted from the image, but I like them. I think they add an element that sets this image apart from similar shots.

psychephylax

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

09/14/2002 11:03:00 PM · #10

I have 3 favorite shots so far (heh, that narrows it down) that I really like

one of them is in this week's challenge so I can't link to it but the other two:

The bible one I thought was a bit underrated but the Wall Street one I thought did well for my first entry :)

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Gracious

09/14/2002 11:29:48 PM · #11

That is a really good photo mci and obviously many agreed since it placed in the top 5!!! I think it's just right, shadows and all. Keep in mind that some people are offended by nudity. Not me!

Originally posted by mci:
I consider this to be among my best shots ever. I know a lot of people thought the shadows detracted from the image, but I like them. I think they add an element that sets this image apart from similar shots.

Gracious

09/14/2002 11:39:24 PM · #12

Originally posted by Zeissman:
I really like the idea, the flowers and the blood were very strong and make a powerful statement, very good concept shot. It may have just been too "political" for most. I am wondering what foreground/background it would go best with...

I forgot to mention earlier that I know that my image wasn't technically perfect. I was just surprised that it was so misunderstood. I am always very open to learning how to improve and would have welcomed constructive criticism concerning technique and that sort of thing. But I learn lessons from the good and bad experiences, so I count it as beneficial in the long run. I sure didn't mean to offend anyone. By the way, I received a few emails saying it made sense to them after reading my comments at the end of the challenge. I appreciate that.

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

09/15/2002 12:52:44 AM · #13

That is so interesting. I just found this image last night looking through old challenges, and I love it. Great glamour shot.

Originally posted by mci:
I consider this to be among my best shots ever. I know a lot of people thought the shadows detracted from the image, but I like them. I think they add an element that sets this image apart from similar shots.

mci

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

09/15/2002 01:06:45 AM · #14

Thanks for the kind words, Grayce and Zeissman.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

09/15/2002 01:54:37 AM · #15

I think I'm proudest of my submissions to the Advertising and the Shadow challenges, both because they effectively communicated "the message" as well as meeting the challenge, and because they each were conceived, prepped, and shot within about 30 minutes...

myqyl

Nikon D3100

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G DX VR

09/15/2002 10:27:14 AM · #16

I think my favorite was my Fear shot. It was the shot, that for me, said the most... had the most of me in it...

This thread is a great walk down memory lane and I'm really enjoying the thread and the second look at great images :)

09/15/2002 11:59:04 AM · #17

I remember the controversy, are you glad you did not pull it? I never noticed the screen before, glad I got to see it again.

Konador

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

09/15/2002 12:47:33 PM · #18

My fave photo was my Portchester Castle

entry into Candid:

shortredneck

Olympus C-3000Z

09/15/2002 04:38:01 PM · #19

Two of my best:
Flowers in Darkness
Spiked Beauty

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Sonifo

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

09/15/2002 06:55:01 PM · #20

Zeissman, I don't know why, but for some reason that photo just freaks me out. She is a beautiful little girl. She has the biggest brown eyes. It would have been a good one in the fear challenge for me. :)

Gracious, I loved your photo. It was definitly different from the rest.

mci, I think your photo was just beautiful. Good job.

psych, I really liked your bible photo, It reminds of those cold nights when I sit by the fire with my kids reading the bible. I have good feelings when I look at it.

GeneralE, I love your pictures because they have a lot of meaning behind them. It is neat to see kids getting along when some parents have such a hard time with it.

Konador, Your castle photo I would have to say is one of my favorite. I love everything about it.

shortredneck, Your photos would make a great shot for this week. I love the flowers in the dark. Beautiful colors.

Here is my favorite, Upside down I sure fooled a lot of people with this one.