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Hi from Manchester!
Comment by Fodwick posted on Hi from Anglesey at 15/06/2016 - 09:35
From a philosophical point of view:
Whether it's pixels, molecules of a silver compound or the rods and cones in our eyes. It is all just an interpretation of the "fuzzy real" made up entirely in our minds. Colours, light and shade are difficult to exact for any medium, when our minds can extrapolate and pull depth seamlessly without our realising it (our minds essentially can photoshop). Personally, I have found that sometimes the jpeg image is close enough for me to me satisfied, but sometimes (for instance in the rain) it just doesn't look the same as I have "seen" it. Having the ability to at least try to make the image more like I have "seen" it is very satisfying.
Whether it's pixels, molecules of a silver compound or the rods and cones in our eyes. It is all just an interpretation of the "fuzzy real" made up entirely in our minds. Colours, light and shade are difficult to exact for any medium, when our minds can extrapolate and pull depth seamlessly without our realising it (our minds essentially can photoshop). Personally, I have found that sometimes the jpeg image is close enough for me to me satisfied, but sometimes (for instance in the rain) it just doesn't look the same as I have "seen" it. Having the ability to at least try to make the image more like I have "seen" it is very satisfying.
Comment by Fodwick posted on this will be intresting at 19/05/2016 - 16:21
johnjbloomfield wrote:
Anyone ever bought from CEX - if you don't know they basically buy used tech and resell on UK high streets their online prices are very good but they are not a camera specialist so I'm a bit concerned about the condition.
We had problems returning a phone to CEX, sorted in the end, but wary.Anyone ever bought from CEX - if you don't know they basically buy used tech and resell on UK high streets their online prices are very good but they are not a camera specialist so I'm a bit concerned about the condition.
The Real Camera Co in Manchester seem thorough and happy to natter, though I haven't got anything from there... yet.
Comment by Fodwick posted on Reputable Online Used Lens Retailers at 27/01/2016 - 20:57
Welcome from Manchester. I went from SP1000 via bits and bobs to a K50 too. Still learning with it, but so far it's great.
Comment by Fodwick posted on Canadian From Germany at 11/01/2016 - 18:13
A soggy welcome from Manchester.
Comment by Fodwick posted on Joining in from Essex at 07/01/2016 - 13:48
Indeed! Happy Christmas, everyone.
Comment by Fodwick posted on Merry Christmas Everyone at 23/12/2015 - 17:47
A warm welcome from [sunny] Manchester.
Comment by Fodwick posted on hello from clacton on sea at 06/12/2015 - 17:32
Sometimes candid shots work well, even though people know you are there. In a gathering, watching and capturing people listening and reacting to others talking gives natural, relaxed feel.
Comment by Fodwick posted on Need some tips on shooting people. at 03/12/2015 - 22:23
Father Ted wrote:
Thanks David.
It was the MD who asked me, but I won't force the issue with those who don't want it....I'll just use a long lens and hide
Seriously, though, the comment that stands out most is to keep chatting and that has made me re-think what I want to do. I'm not going to invade their office to take photos, I'll just go along and have my camera with me.
Hopefully get some more relaxed shots that way.
Thanks David.
It was the MD who asked me, but I won't force the issue with those who don't want it....I'll just use a long lens and hide
Seriously, though, the comment that stands out most is to keep chatting and that has made me re-think what I want to do. I'm not going to invade their office to take photos, I'll just go along and have my camera with me.
Hopefully get some more relaxed shots that way.
Comment by Fodwick posted on Need some tips on shooting people. at 03/12/2015 - 22:08
