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Comment by Aiki posted on A present for the wife.. at 29/08/2009 - 13:57
It reminds me Chocolate Yumme (the boy licking the plate) in "Moments" competition. Then I had a feeling that he was licking the mud
Comment by Aiki posted on Fortnightly competition #23 discussion - The Ground at 28/08/2009 - 12:17
Comment by Aiki posted on Weekly competition at 28/08/2009 - 12:09
And before I buy a seconf flash, I should make myself clear how the first works (I have the AF 360FGZ)
Comment by Aiki posted on Seaside Holiday at 27/08/2009 - 20:43
You do learn about lighting etc.
This is unknown world for me.
I have never made any studio-photo. I have not used any additional light.
And although I have a flash, I almost do not use it - I just dont know how, yet.
So, I am really "green" yet
Comment by Aiki posted on Seaside Holiday at 27/08/2009 - 12:30
Tru it is that you prefer BW a lot ! (And are good on it.) Quite often your comments to other pics include also: "it would look better in BW."
Never mind
Maybe I am sometimes too curious or look too much for reasons
Comment by Aiki posted on Another Face from the Street at 27/08/2009 - 10:37
Comment by Aiki posted on Another Face from the Street at 26/08/2009 - 18:23
You catch the light very well
Comment by Aiki posted on Yes...more shots of Chester at dawn at 26/08/2009 - 18:18
Last of all I think you should be your own worst critic. And be able and willing to edit your work down to the bone.
Martin.
Comment by Aiki posted on Latest Outing at 26/08/2009 - 18:16
1. that I should present a view that would not be picked up by the casual observer. This could be achieved in any manner of ways, odd angle of view, picking up on juxtaposition, showing a play of light/shadows, showing a concentrated (cropped) view & many others.
2. will generally wander & watch out for opportunity, usually in new or unfamiliar surroundings.
I too find it much easier when I have a concept in my head, I cannot always technically achieve that concept to the standard I strive for but it does spark the creative mind somewhat. I do miss participating in the competitions here for that very reason.
2. When I go out specially for looking sth new, I rarely shoot at all.
I usually do not make photo plans, just take the camera with me, if I have some free time or possibility to go out.
It is a bit different with a competition. Then I go round and I have the theme following me all the time (also without camera). I look for an idea.
Sometimes I have the idea at once - some sight in my memory, that could offer a possibility. And having some time, I go and check if it is usable. Its not always. I try not to stick to my idea too much, but look for possibilities. Idea is sth that gives the start, but the result may be different !
But I have never done sth like Mikew did for Serenity I am too lazy for that ! I guess it is a way to learn a lot too...but yeeh, I am lazy.
Nothing is wrong, its just different !
Comment by Aiki posted on Seaside Holiday at 26/08/2009 - 18:09
PS. New for me !