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2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey
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Challenge: Movie Titles II (Basic Editing)
Camera: Fujifilm FinePix S9100/9600
Location: Home
Date: May 17, 2008
Galleries: Abstract, Astrophotography
Date Uploaded: May 17, 2008

This was an idea that came up on the triangles challenge.


That first attempt to deal with sea shells as flying objects, did not go very well (4.9 average) but the comments were pretty encouraging.

So I made my one LightBox which cost me including the 2 lights (2X500 Watt) about 20€.

So... this is it.
You can see:
-a shell,
-some salt,
and a picture.

I hope to get your comments!

P.S. They are 7 more entries archived here in DPC with the same Title.

Statistics
Place: 116 out of 246
Avg (all users): 5.3161
Avg (commenters): 6.5556
Avg (participants): 5.2813
Avg (non-participants): 5.3364
Views since voting: 973
Views during voting: 287
Votes: 174
Comments: 11
Favorites: 0


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06/29/2008 09:37:09 PM
Very interesting shot, I think it didn't do better just because it lacks the "wow" factor that Dpcers need.
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05/28/2008 01:51:39 AM
At first glance the viewer is tricked into thinking this is astro photography. The shell can easily pass for the moon to anyone not looking deep into the image. Though perspective wise it appears a touch far away from the planet, and the trail behind it seems out of place.

I really enjoy the concept of using salt for stars and the shell/s. However the earth looks completely out of place, almost too perfect in aspect of smoothness. Also the bright spot in the center of the planet does not match the lighting exactly to the shell. Don't get me wrong it is extremely close but just a bit off.

However, because of the angle of the light/shadow on the planet and the position of the shell/moon the shell would actually be cast in shadow. From a size/placement perspective.

Overall also The planet appears to be a bit darker than one would imagine with the clouds being a bit more yellow than I would imagine as well. Now I am not running to look up reference images from satellites and shuttles, but from memory it just feels a bit off to be the earth.

It is a very clever image and fits the title, yet just does not push the bounds enough for me. I think one thing that throws me off is (having read your comments) that the planet is a picture? Granted I know this could not be captured like this. yet, I wonder if a replica could have been used instead of a picture, that way the lighting scheme could have a better flow.

There are marks for creativity and unique use of props.

Andrew
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
05/26/2008 02:27:41 PM
Very cool picture. Definitely made me do a double take, and I'll have to check back after voting to see if you explained the parts i haven't figured out. VERY creative!
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05/26/2008 02:00:14 AM
Interesting photo. The earth looks a bit on the dark side and the seashell light is unique. Title fits the image. I'll be curious to read your setup on this image.
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05/24/2008 11:52:58 AM
I'm curious to know how you made this - excellent image in any case
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05/23/2008 03:58:37 AM
Cool idea. I really thought it was a shot from space for a little there.
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05/23/2008 12:48:34 AM
That's cool! Very original. 8
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05/23/2008 12:26:48 AM
Very cute idea. Is it a marble? I noticed the shell right away, but I'm so smart I thought it was the earth for a bit... :oP
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05/22/2008 03:20:02 PM
my screen is a bit dark, i might have to look at this on another computer, but not a lot of detail is showing up. not incredibly exciting either
  Photographer found comment helpful.
05/21/2008 01:47:19 PM
Nice job making a model look real, but the shell or what not doesnt work.7
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05/21/2008 09:40:01 AM
how was your trip to space?
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