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09/08/2003 01:30:13 AM · #1 |
I've probably harped on long enough at how photography is all about light. This is the first thing one learns in any photography class or basic book on photography. But light can do so much. It is such a wonderful tool for a photographer, if one cares to look at it as a tool instead of just an element. The photographer I've studied these past few days does indeed use light as a tool, and I find it remarkable that he is able to use it in this way outside of a studio setting. I'm sure most of you will be able to recognize Konador's excellent work.
What I find most instructive about Konador's use of light as a tool, is his ability to define the mood, character, personality of a space with it. We'll start with my favorite photo of his. Here, light is the place of hope for these escapees. Darkness is where they are, and light is where they want to be.
In this shot, light defines the space by defining the most important part of the space: the man. By keeping light off of everything but him, and by his skilled use of negative space, he is able to communicate the essence of his title.
The quality of light in this photo, as well as its direction and intensity, create the ultimate in mood and nostalgia and recreate the essence of several decades past.
Here,, with what Magnetic999 called Konador's 'signature lighting style,' Ben is able to conjure temperature, sure, but he is also able to define the space and texture of the space by letting us see what light can go through. We can guess at how thick the ice is by its dark/light qualities.
I'm a sucker for moody shots, so I really enjoy this image of Ben's. The light here communicates the man's thoughts as they go from dark to light--you can select your own metaphor for dark and light. It is similar to 'The Great Escape' in this regard. But it shows the man in this space and how the space defines the man.
I encourage you to study Ben's work; you'll learn a lot.
In the meantime, what's your favorite shot of his? You may want to comment as to how he uses light so effectively as a tool and not just an an element.
Thanks Ben! |
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09/08/2003 02:05:33 AM · #2 |
An excellent write up, David! Ben is one of my favorites here. His work is excellent, and he uses light for his purposes, rather than just getting a few good shots when the lighting is right!
JD Anderson
(Almost Holy is my favorite)
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09/08/2003 07:12:16 AM · #3 |
Excellent! Yay for Ben. :)
Ben's shots are always excellent - something we all strive for is consistency and he sure found it well before me. lol
Good job, Ben!
M
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09/08/2003 07:43:33 AM · #4 |
i too agree that ben is an excellent artist/photographer ... i love the fact that he has started at a young age and he has his whole life ahead of him to grow and develop his own style!
my fav shot .. and i even bought a print is of Ben's is Fire and Ice I just love the technique used and the final outcome ...
you keep me inspired Ben!!!!!
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09/08/2003 07:46:25 AM · #5 |
Ben has a very discerning and creative eye. He's taken to photography like a fish takes to water.
And not only that, he's an all-around fun, funny, and nice guy!
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09/08/2003 08:10:12 AM · #6 |
| I think Ben is an awesome photographer and I couldn't believe he was so young. Great work! I like the student, and self portrait and almost holy. |
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09/08/2003 08:10:30 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by magnetic9999:
Ben has a very discerning and creative eye. He's taken to photography like a fish takes to water.
And not only that, he's an all-around fun, funny, and nice guy!
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Don't get carried away... he's only 16 and will get an even larger head! :-D
Seriously, Ben is creative and is images show more than just an object, they provoke thought... and I like those kind of shots!
Way to go Benny!
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09/08/2003 08:14:01 AM · #8 |
Not only is Ben a creative photographer, he also holds the DPC record for largest link to his DPC Prints on his bio page. :) Make sure you click it...theres good stuff there :)
Congrats Ben
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09/08/2003 10:28:43 AM · #9 |
Konador does some pretty outstanding things with his "signature lighting". Which a couple weeks ago he divulged is only his bedroom lamps. God help us all if he gets some real photography lighting equipment. We might all be in trouble!! LOL
No really, he does very well and has found his groove here. I don't think I'll ever get my average up to where his is. And to think I'm double his age. Where'd my cane go......
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09/08/2003 10:57:11 AM · #10 |
wow thanks everyone, especially david, for taking the time to write this up and look through my portfolio :) The only lighting i use most of the time is my bedroom lamp, just like the one shown in this photo by Manic. In the Ice Cavern shot mentioned, I used even less than that. I used one of those glowing pens like the one in this photo by Jubei Kibagami. This gave the blue colouring, as well as being small enough to fit inside the pile of ice which I painstakingly arranged. Ice is too slippery :P
Maybe I can buy some proper lighting stuff if I have any prize money left over :)
Thanks again everyone for the kind words!
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09/09/2003 12:12:46 AM · #11 |
Thanks for the tip, Ben! I'm gonna get me one of those lights!
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09/09/2003 12:23:30 AM · #12 |
WOW your shots are great! David was certainly right to 'feature' you. Your obvious eye and talent are remarkable. May I add to your sense of good lighting you also have great composition and an 'uncluttered' or 'clean' approach to your shots.
p.s. And are you really only 16??
Keep up the fabulous work!! |
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09/09/2003 01:01:11 AM · #13 |
Got that 10D yet? Great work!! You WILL be famous, BOY!!!
My sons half brother is your age and has been playing with the Kodak DC4800 I gave his mother to shoot pics of the baby when I was not around. He seems to be getting an interest in it. Not sure if he has signed up here yet (have a free year membership to give away), but would love to have him check your work and/or even email ya sometime...may inspire him more!
Keep it up!
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09/09/2003 01:28:19 AM · #14 |
| Great photos Ben. I've always loved your photos since I saw the one of the church. Keep up the great work! |
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09/09/2003 06:12:54 AM · #15 |
Ben keep up the good work, your photos are always a pleasure to look at.
Can I have your autograph?
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09/09/2003 08:05:30 AM · #16 |
Ben is definitely a great photographer. Top class guy too.
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09/09/2003 08:32:44 AM · #17 |
Great stuff Ben ;) I agree w/ all the previous comments, and I'm sure that Ben will keep his head =)
I dunno if this has been posted b4, but I'd like to congradulate him on getting first prize at the Wellcome's comp.
Winner's Gallery. |
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09/09/2003 08:42:41 AM · #18 |
Ben Congratulations!
Keep up the good work, always looking forward to your next set of photos.
Calvus
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09/09/2003 09:31:30 AM · #19 |
yay punkin! :)
it's good to see you being profiled--i have admired your work for a long time now. you rock! :) |
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