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07/01/2010 11:58:00 PM · #1 |
A friend of mine. This one, particularly, owns no $800 DSLR camera or a fancy $1000 photoshop program, nor has he been to art schools or expensive classes taught by Ansel Adams grandchildren, but he has produced such a work of art:
I've been inspired... and wish to share the inspiration with you. (Unfortunately he posted it on his DeviantArt account... poor soul.)
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07/02/2010 12:04:07 AM · #2 |
ummmmm...
I'm missing something.
Is it a "black and white" thing? A train thing?
To be honest, I liked your "water splash" shot better. |
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07/02/2010 12:08:58 AM · #3 |
Originally posted by e10icus:
ummmmm...
I'm missing something.
Is it a "black and white" thing? A train thing?
To be honest, I liked your "water splash" shot better. |
What are you talking about? A friend of mine who is an amateur photographer just took this photo with a digital point-and-shoot, that's not at all impressive!? O.o
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07/02/2010 12:20:31 AM · #4 |
Originally posted by ApertureJack:
Originally posted by e10icus:
ummmmm...
I'm missing something.
Is it a "black and white" thing? A train thing?
To be honest, I liked your "water splash" shot better. |
What are you talking about? A friend of mine who is an amateur photographer just took this photo with a digital point-and-shoot, that's not at all impressive!? O.o |
Honestly? It's flat and soft. Decent composition........but needs some work. |
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07/02/2010 12:22:47 AM · #5 |
It is a great shot.
Just curious - eqpipment used:
Camera: Canon EOS-500D Rebel T1i
Lens: Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II
This is pretty good stuff if considered 'point & shoot' gear. I'm guessing this was a default listing of what you use? If so, what was used to get the shot?
Get him to join DPC as I think he would do well (at least better than me). |
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07/02/2010 12:26:16 AM · #6 |
Yes, since you point out the "point-and-shoot" thing, it's more impressive than I originally thought.
On the other hand, have you looked at YOUR portfolio lately??
Look, I've given you some comments lately that may seem like I'm yankin' your chain, but I'm not.
If your info is correct, and you're actually 13, you've got potential skilz, ma shizzle.
8-)
Don't sell yourself short.
See, once you get old(er), like me, you start saying stuff like, "Man, if I would have had some self-confidence in myself and really applied myself to what I wanted to do, I might not just be "workin' for the man".
I see a lot of me in you, when I was your age, and wonder what would have happened if I would have really applied myself and followed my dreams.
You only go around once.
(butt kissing over. Stepping down from soap box)
P.S. - If my tone seemed harsh, it really isn't.
Enjoy the journey, my friend.
Oh. And tell your friend it's a nice shot! (He could do it, too!) |
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07/02/2010 12:39:51 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by Abra:
It is a great shot.
Just curious - eqpipment used:
Camera: Canon EOS-500D Rebel T1i
Lens: Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II
This is pretty good stuff if considered 'point & shoot' gear. I'm guessing this was a default listing of what you use? If so, what was used to get the shot?
Get him to join DPC as I think he would do well (at least better than me). |
That's the default stuff put into the photos I submit... you know that.
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07/02/2010 12:40:27 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by e10icus:
Yes, since you point out the "point-and-shoot" thing, it's more impressive than I originally thought.
On the other hand, have you looked at YOUR portfolio lately??
Look, I've given you some comments lately that may seem like I'm yankin' your chain, but I'm not.
If your info is correct, and you're actually 13, you've got potential skilz, ma shizzle.
8-)
Don't sell yourself short.
See, once you get old(er), like me, you start saying stuff like, "Man, if I would have had some self-confidence in myself and really applied myself to what I wanted to do, I might not just be "workin' for the man".
I see a lot of me in you, when I was your age, and wonder what would have happened if I would have really applied myself and followed my dreams.
You only go around once.
(butt kissing over. Stepping down from soap box)
P.S. - If my tone seemed harsh, it really isn't.
Enjoy the journey, my friend.
Oh. And tell your friend it's a nice shot! (He could do it, too!) |
Thanks, you just made my day!
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07/02/2010 12:43:07 AM · #9 |
...and after that long schmiel...
 Abra's advice about him joining DPC is good.
Get the man on board, for Cripesake!
B-} |
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07/02/2010 12:46:05 AM · #10 |
Originally posted by ApertureJack:
Thanks, you just made my day! |
Man, what's a guy gotta' do????
;-)
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07/02/2010 03:03:15 AM · #11 |
| Seriously, what exactly do you think is so special or artistic in that shot? I don't get it. |
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07/02/2010 10:02:30 AM · #12 |
Originally posted by h2:
Seriously, what exactly do you think is so special or artistic in that shot? I don't get it. |
The range of tonalities, the crispness and detail throughout the complete depth of field, the leading lines that assist your eye to cruise the image from the bottom left corner up through the top in the distance...for starters.
The image could be improved with a slight application of levels or curves, but for an image that is straight out of a point and shoot camera by a young photographer with little or no experience, this is a great shot.
Now, do you get it? |
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07/02/2010 10:58:55 AM · #13 |
I had to play with it.
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07/03/2010 10:58:44 AM · #14 |
Originally posted by yakatme:
Originally posted by h2:
Seriously, what exactly do you think is so special or artistic in that shot? I don't get it. |
The range of tonalities, the crispness and detail throughout the complete depth of field, the leading lines that assist your eye to cruise the image from the bottom left corner up through the top in the distance...for starters.
The image could be improved with a slight application of levels or curves, but for an image that is straight out of a point and shoot camera by a young photographer with little or no experience, this is a great shot.
Now, do you get it? |
Obviously I didn't make clear I asked the OP.
Anyway, the extreme DOF is not unusual for P&S cameras. The tonal range is about what one would expect at this time on a sunny day with one of today's P&S cameras that are optimized for these lighting situations - they make images flat and soft, as already mentioned. I agree with the good leading lines, though. Other than that, I don't see anything remarkable, and the age of the photographer is something I would never consider (how do you know he has little or no experience, BTW?).
Message edited by author 2010-07-03 15:44:53. |
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07/03/2010 08:50:02 PM · #15 |
I love the original and I do agree that it is a great capture. If anything I would grunge it out
with more noise, and well... like this. The original looks old. Like the feeling of the image.
and Your stuff is great! |
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07/03/2010 09:57:54 PM · #16 |
To me, the image was begging me to unleash a little something something.
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07/03/2010 10:00:13 PM · #17 |
Originally posted by Art Roflmao:
To me, the image was begging me to unleash a little something something.
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The funny thing is, the rest of the image is actually much better as well. Oh, if you could use your powers for good! But alas, all you know is how to burn and pillage! |
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07/03/2010 10:01:14 PM · #18 |
Originally posted by bassbone:
The funny thing is, the rest of the image is actually much better as well. Oh, if you could use your powers for good! But alas, all you know is how to burn and pillage! |
I am what I am and that's all what I am. ug ug ug ug ug.
eta: "Oh, if you could use your powers for good!"
Funny thing-- my mom used to constantly say that to me growing up.
Message edited by author 2010-07-03 22:08:11. |
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07/03/2010 10:01:42 PM · #19 |
Originally posted by Art Roflmao:
Originally posted by bassbone:
The funny thing is, the rest of the image is actually much better as well. Oh, if you could use your powers for good! But alas, all you know is how to burn and pillage! |
I am what I am and that's all what I am. ug ug ug ug ug. |
Are you and Grog brothers? |
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07/05/2010 01:33:19 PM · #20 |
@ApertureJack-
I appreciate you posting my picture, it means a lot.
@all of you who commented-
I appreciate the constructive criticism, and yes, I am an amateur photographer. I have no "real" experience, except for taking pictures just for the fun of it. This picture was taken (point and shoot) simply because I loved the way it looked to me, and the picture happened to turn out great. I didn't use any fancy camera, so the resolution/quality of the image isn't superb. I enjoyed reading the comments and seeing the edited images on this thread, and I hope to submit more work as wanted.
Thanks again. |
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07/05/2010 01:37:16 PM · #21 |
Originally posted by vawendy:
I had to play with it.
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Like this.....
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07/05/2010 01:55:22 PM · #22 |
Originally posted by the5thstring:
@ApertureJack-
I appreciate you posting my picture, it means a lot.
@all of you who commented-
I appreciate the constructive criticism, and yes, I am an amateur photographer. I have no "real" experience, except for taking pictures just for the fun of it. This picture was taken (point and shoot) simply because I loved the way it looked to me, and the picture happened to turn out great. I didn't use any fancy camera, so the resolution/quality of the image isn't superb. I enjoyed reading the comments and seeing the edited images on this thread, and I hope to submit more work as wanted.
Thanks again. |
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Message edited by author 2010-07-05 13:56:04. |
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