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01/26/2007 02:18:20 PM · #51 |
Originally posted by agenkin:
I used "trick" in the same sense as "method". Probably this was a bad choice of a word. Can we get out of the linguistic discussion now? :) |
not to be pedantic, but how does a 'method' differ from a style? |
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01/26/2007 02:18:58 PM · #52 |
Originally posted by agenkin:
Originally posted by Pedro:
is either egotistical or ignorant...I can't decide which. |
Well, let me know when you decide. In the meantime, I've had enough of your condescending attitude. |
Chill, dude. Just sharing my opinion. |
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01/26/2007 02:26:40 PM · #53 |
Wow...lots of heated arguments in the last 24 hours!
I have been working very hard to learn the technicals of photography, especially in the ways of lighting...studio lighting in particular. I have used a lot of solid backgrounds in doing so, especially black and white ones, but I do so because to me, it visually enhances the play of light and shadow, making it all the easier for me to learn.
I think its wise to study both environmental and solid background techniques. In many ways, yes, an environmental photo can tell a lot about a subject, and can tell a story in and of itself. I can also see the benefits of an "absent" background. The eye is drawn to the subject and focused on it alone, without distractions, which often helps denote the technical difficulties and strengths of a photo. |
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01/26/2007 02:28:44 PM · #54 |
Originally posted by agenkin:
Originally posted by Pedro:
is either egotistical or ignorant...I can't decide which. |
Well, let me know when you decide. In the meantime, I've had enough of your condescending attitude. |
to be honest I feel you started the topic off with a condescending attitude.
As I said in another post why do people always look for reasons not to like something than for reasons to like something.
edited: you and I have argued in the past and this is not the place to do it so I shall stop here.
Message edited by author 2007-01-26 14:34:16. |
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01/26/2007 02:32:05 PM · #55 |
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01/26/2007 02:35:19 PM · #56 |
Negative 2?
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01/26/2007 02:38:01 PM · #57 |
Originally posted by idnic:
Negative 2? |
Yes, for gratuitous cuteness :-P
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01/26/2007 02:39:13 PM · #58 |
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01/26/2007 02:40:12 PM · #59 |
| Everyone has the right to vote any way they see fit. It would just be nice if they kept it to themselves sometimes. |
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01/26/2007 02:44:34 PM · #60 |
Originally posted by Art Roflmao:
Everyone has the right to vote any way they see fit. It would just be nice if they kept it to themselves sometimes. |
yes |
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01/26/2007 02:44:35 PM · #61 |
Originally posted by fotomann_forever:
Originally posted by idnic:
Negative 2? |
Yes, for gratuitous cuteness :-P |
Where did I see the post where the guy automatically scored higher if there were boobs? |
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01/26/2007 02:45:41 PM · #62 |
Originally posted by boomtap:
Originally posted by fotomann_forever:
Originally posted by idnic:
Negative 2? |
Yes, for gratuitous cuteness :-P |
Where did I see the post where the guy automatically scored higher if there were boobs? |
LOL I'm going for bonus points next challenge, boobs and a gritty background! :P
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01/26/2007 02:46:55 PM · #63 |
There's not a single shot in this post that doesn't "work" for me, whether it's white, black, or something you can reach out and touch. They're all backgronds. This whole discussion is about personal preference. One persons isn't any better than the next. It's nice we can all have our own, isn't it?
edit:spelling (there's probably more mistakes :D )
Message edited by author 2007-01-26 14:47:29.
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01/26/2007 02:47:48 PM · #64 |
Originally posted by idnic:
LOL I'm going for bonus points next challenge, boobs and a gritty background! :P |
should be a breeze given the topic of the next challenge :) |
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01/26/2007 02:49:52 PM · #65 |
Originally posted by idnic:
LOL I'm going for bonus points next challenge, boobs and a gritty background! :P |
Toss in a bug glued to the gritty boob, and I think you might have a top 5. |
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01/26/2007 02:50:28 PM · #66 |
Originally posted by Pedro:
Originally posted by idnic:
LOL I'm going for bonus points next challenge, boobs and a gritty background! :P |
should be a breeze given the topic of the next challenge :) |
table dancing in some seedy strip club ?
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01/26/2007 02:50:44 PM · #67 |
Originally posted by boomtap:
Originally posted by idnic:
LOL I'm going for bonus points next challenge, boobs and a gritty background! :P |
Toss in a bug glued to the gritty boob, and I think you might have a top 5. |
Don't give Achoo ideas, I'm sure he's reading!
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01/26/2007 02:51:01 PM · #68 |
Originally posted by Gordon:
Originally posted by Pedro:
Originally posted by idnic:
LOL I'm going for bonus points next challenge, boobs and a gritty background! :P |
should be a breeze given the topic of the next challenge :) |
table dancing in some seedy strip club ? |
Anything for art! No, not Ken!! :P
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01/26/2007 02:51:55 PM · #69 |
Originally posted by boomtap:
Originally posted by fotomann_forever:
Originally posted by idnic:
Negative 2? |
Yes, for gratuitous cuteness :-P |
Where did I see the post where the guy automatically scored higher if there were boobs? |
You need a post to figure that out? |
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01/26/2007 02:52:56 PM · #70 |
Here's the problem, agenkin: you don't know how to play well with others. Your points often get lost because of your high-handed attitude. Beat down your ego for a little while and consider there might be people with different opinions, and invite them to share their thoughts, and you'd be surprised at how pleasant it can be. There's plenty of room for thoughtful discussion and disagreement, but the tone in so many of your posts immediately makes many people stop listening.
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01/26/2007 02:53:51 PM · #71 |
Another point is this:
I was looking through my portfolio for an example and found this...
This was not in a studio nor was commercial in anyway. The background and capture was purely candid and natural. In fact the background was a hot-air balloon and if it had been extra detailed with the surroundings, I believe the focus would be drawn away from the emotion and honesty of the scene. My point is, the background looks very solid and studio-ish, yet it isn't. So I would suggest for everyone to remember that not everything is how it seems and as others have said, try to appreciate the purpose and goal behind the photographer's image.
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01/26/2007 02:54:35 PM · #72 |
Not to hijack the tread or anything, but this brings up a good point. What is the ultimate image?
A photo of Judi on the shores of that famous purple beach with some joey grunge tossed in? |
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01/26/2007 02:56:38 PM · #73 |
Originally posted by elemess:
Originally posted by boomtap:
Originally posted by fotomann_forever:
Originally posted by idnic:
Negative 2? |
Yes, for gratuitous cuteness :-P |
Where did I see the post where the guy automatically scored higher if there were boobs? |
You need a post to figure that out? |
Well not all boobs are created equal, and I am sure that somebody has put together a boob voting scale. |
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01/26/2007 02:57:28 PM · #74 |
Originally posted by boomtap:
Not to hijack the tread or anything, but this brings up a good point. What is the ultimate image? |
By ultimate, are you meaning the most derivative, unoriginal mash-mash of continually overused themes in challenge entries ? bless your heart.
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01/26/2007 02:57:49 PM · #75 |
Originally posted by levyj413:
Here's the problem, agenkin: you don't know how to play well with others. Your points often get lost because of your high-handed attitude. Beat down your ego for a little while and consider there might be people with different opinions, and invite them to share their thoughts, and you'd be surprised at how pleasant it can be. There's plenty of room for thoughtful discussion and disagreement, but the tone in so many of your posts immediately makes many people stop listening. |
well put. If i could speak as well as you Jeffery I would get in a lot less trouble:) |
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