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01/28/2005 10:49:36 AM · #1 |
Whilst browsing the site yesterday, i came across Scalvert's portfolio. Not for the first time, but it was the first time I really looked.
One of the things I like to do when looking at some portfolio's is see where there 'niche' is - generally by looking at the users top 5 images and other high scoring shots you can quickly get an idea of where their strongest skills are - mine for example are primarily landscapes / B&W. Nothing unique there.
Scalvert's however is as obvious as obvious gets, the word 'creative' is an understatement.
Initially i was going to PM him saying he should be in the creative industry, but turns out he already is (just needed to read his profile) :D
I think a lot of people here would benefit hugely by looking at his portfolio. So many people posting on here asking how to score well, or asking how they can get a 6+ and all they need to do is exercise a tenth of the creativity of Scalvert.
As a graphic designer myself, I am supposedly 'creative' but I do not posses even a fraction of the creative genius he does, and I believe in that department Scalvert is pretty much alone on DPC.
This just reiterates my age old saying that taking good photographs is easy, anyone with half a brain can learn how to focus, expose and compose to high standards, but it's the idea that makes for an outstanding shot, which is where I and most others falter.
Some examples of the creative thought that has gone into his images.
  
  
  
I think most of us could learn something by looking at the idea behind these shots..
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01/28/2005 11:00:55 AM · #2 |
| what jon said!!! shannon is easily one of the hardest working contributors here, not just raising the bar, but also helping the rest of us reach up to it! thanks for recognizing him, jon! |
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01/28/2005 11:11:26 AM · #3 |
Amen! Certainly a role model for any aspiring DPCer...
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01/28/2005 11:16:38 AM · #4 |
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01/28/2005 11:27:53 AM · #5 |
| Wow! Thanks Jon- I'm blushing Pantone 485. I certainly don't have a monopoly on creativity, though. Kiwiness, Graphicfunk, EddyG, Ericlimon, Gordon and dsa157 (among others) are all brilliantly original photographers. |
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01/28/2005 11:35:24 AM · #6 |
What jon said!
And Shannon...you forgot BradP.. :P
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01/28/2005 11:37:03 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by scalvert:
Wow! Thanks Jon- I'm blushing Pantone 485. I certainly don't have a monopoly on creativity, though. Kiwiness, Graphicfunk, EddyG, Ericlimon, Gordon and dsa157 (among others) are all brilliantly original photographers. |
Yes and especially Grapicfunk he is very creative also.
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01/28/2005 11:42:29 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by doctornick:
And Shannon...you forgot BradP.. :P |
Brad who? LOL
Brad's unquestionably the most creative auto mechanic on this site. ;-)
Message edited by author 2005-01-28 11:42:38. |
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01/28/2005 12:24:17 PM · #9 |
Too bad you can't "learn" Shannon's gift! He has said many times himself that creativity is what makes the difference in his photogpraphy and it is so true. What I like best is it is not gimmicky or "look what I can do" - it is all brought together for the image to stand on its own.
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01/28/2005 12:25:04 PM · #10 |
I bow down in tribute :)
Shannon's creativity shines through his photos, his titles, and even his posts in the forums (read them, they'll make you smile).
And I want to thank him as well for being an online friend (and organizing that great DPC day trip)! |
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01/28/2005 12:38:17 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by nshapiro:
I bow down in tribute :)
Shannon's creativity shines through his photos, his titles, and even his posts in the forums (read them, they'll make you smile).
And I want to thank him as well for being an online friend (and organizing that great DPC day trip)! |
I am ashamed I forgot to mention what a wonderful person he always is in the forums. That counts number one for me.
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01/28/2005 01:00:07 PM · #12 |
I think I need a tissue. *sniff*
I always try to be lighthearted and civil in the forums. You never know whose day you might brighten.
Message edited by author 2005-01-28 16:17:28. |
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01/28/2005 01:21:39 PM · #13 |
yeah. he's creative. if only he were a nicer person people might like him more. I'm not entirely convinced he doesn't pay people to mark him as a favorite.
P-ness
ps I accept Paypal if you need another one, Shannon. |
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01/28/2005 01:22:41 PM · #14 |
First of all, this is a great thread! Anyway, I signed up on this site shortly after I got my camera in March '03, but I didn't start participating until after I got my regular DPC update in my email in late '04 and saw "The Artist". I was amazed and inspired! I figured I should start participating and start learning from the awesomely talented folks here.
The thing that surprised me is how down to earth most everyone is. I found out first hand what a nice person scalvert is when I added him as a favorite photographer and I happened to be the 100th person to do so. He sent me a PM thanking me for adding him as a favorite, absolutely made my day!
On that note, BradP did the same thing yesterday when I added him as a favorite. It's awesome to be surrounded by such talent, especially knowing they're so nice and approachable :)
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01/28/2005 01:23:57 PM · #15 |
Originally posted by Pedro:
ps I accept Paypal if you need another one, Shannon. |
Geez... after Hopper raised his rates, I'm not sure if I can afford you guys anymore. Can I get a discount for 8s? ;-) |
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01/28/2005 01:25:52 PM · #16 |
all or nothing, my friend ... nothin' in life's free :)
Originally posted by scalvert:
Originally posted by Pedro:
ps I accept Paypal if you need another one, Shannon. |
Geez... after Hopper raised his rates, I'm not sure if I can afford you guys anymore. Can I get a discount for 8s? ;-) |
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01/28/2005 01:33:10 PM · #17 |
It's been said very eloquently already so I'll just say...
DITTO!
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01/28/2005 06:06:54 PM · #18 |
Great thread for a very deserving member. I love Shannon's work as well. Not only is he creative enough to come up with the idea but his execution is flawless. Wtg, Shannon!
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01/28/2005 06:15:50 PM · #19 |
The flawless execution of Shannon.
Is that an idea for the next challenge.... |
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01/28/2005 06:20:44 PM · #20 |
Anyone who paints their kid green, stitches their mouth shut and manufactures a giant plug hole to put them in has got to be taking this too seriously - and has waaaaay too much time on their hands.
: ) |
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01/28/2005 06:27:01 PM · #21 |
I vote this as the most amusing thread of the day - another thing to thank Shannon for, I guess!!
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01/28/2005 06:49:08 PM · #22 |
Originally posted by Imagineer:
Anyone who paints their kid green, stitches their mouth shut and manufactures a giant plug hole to put them in has got to be taking this too seriously - and has waaaaay too much time on their hands. : ) |
Still waiting for her nose to regain its shape. ;-) |
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01/28/2005 06:57:52 PM · #23 |
absolutely! shannon is not only one of the most creative photographers i have seen...he has one of the most wicked senses of humor i have encountered! kudos. :)
btw, does anyone else feel weird talking about him in third person, like we don't know he is here? :) |
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01/28/2005 07:07:43 PM · #24 |
scalvert's pictures rock my rainbow-colored knee-socks
...and I can't forget about graphicfunk!
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01/28/2005 07:10:15 PM · #25 |
Originally posted by Alecia:
does anyone else feel weird talking about him in third person, like we don't know he is here? :) |
He's never all here. |
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