This is the thread where you can post images you come across in the CC Gallery, that you consider are of merit.
Please enter the image with a few words upon why you like it enough to post it in this thread.
Didn't expect my suggestion to be acted on this quickly.
And even though it's a bit late, I did have a browse and I'll open the new thread.
It was a deliberate, but random search this time; in the past I have come across wonderful pictures purely by accident. Now I know what to do with them.
I settled on Sandy's shot the 'Tetons, ' which has a dreamlike quality, while it is obvious, that in those rough, wide, open spaces life must be hard.
Maybe I should just say, it's beautiful and I love it!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_MORMON%20ROW%20BARNS%20WYOMING%20by%2024.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=6147)
It was an excellent idea Reinardina. There are lots of images hidden away that deserve another viewing so to speak.
I particularly like the eye contact captured in this shot
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_bop1.JPG) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=700)
Here's another shot that I like. Super lighting and a great angle of shot.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Finney_Original__%28_vvs_%29.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=1327)
This is so classic Abers and obviously very popular. It's also so very excellent :) There's so much feeling and atmosphere in this image. Just brilliant IMO.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_TWO%20MINUTES%20SILENCE%20%233.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=4136)
Quote from: Sarasocke on January 02, 2013, 12:09:33 PM
This is so classic Abers and obviously very popular. It's also so very excellent :) There's so much feeling and atmosphere in this image. Just brilliant IMO.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_TWO%20MINUTES%20SILENCE%20%233.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=4136)
A Classic shot indeed and a brilliant title too.
Thought this one was quite surreal.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_DX2_1815.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=53&fullsize=1)
Would work as an entry to this weeks comp!!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11302/normal_Up_and_Away.JPG) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=11444)
Loved this shot by Crafty Snapper "Up and Away" when I first saw it back in March, still do to this day. I love photos of Aircraft, especially if they are done in a way that makes them stand out from the norm. This shot also quite rightly won IOTW. The mono conversion makes the metal skin of the airframe pop out at you and the motion of the propellers give it that something extra. Superb shot.
And here is another wonderful shot of an aircraft.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_DakotaCos1.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=2955)
It actually looks like the same birdie, shot from a very similar angle and the timing in catching the propellers - :o
With all the talk of dormant threads, and no one really having revived one yet, I thought I'd delve through some really old stuff on the site. Way before I joined, but with lots of familiar names. Old friends and acquaintances, some of whom I still 'see' regularly here or elsewhere.
There was a warning though:
Warning: this topic has not been posted in for at least 120 days.
Unless you're sure you want to reply, please consider starting a new topic.
But no, no new topic just yet. Let's see if some of the old ones can be resuscitated.
With the headline news, that the old favourite 'Dad's Army' is going to be turned into a film, I was happy to find some of the real Golden Oldies. "Jones the Butcher" with his trendy upside down glasses. A celebrity shot that predates the present 'Chelebriddie Cult' by several years.
I wonder if Mick (Lurkalot), triggered off this whole obsession with famous names? (At least these were famous for a reason, unlike a lot of present celebs.)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/cd12.jpg)
Need to have a look, because there are plenty of golden oldies on this site that deserve a refresh...
Quote from: Andrew on April 29, 2014, 10:35:59 AM
Need to have a look, because there are plenty of golden oldies on this site that deserve a refresh...
Yes, give it a go.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_DSC09127_enh_rgb_cr.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12101&fullsize=1)
I remember this from another forum and its composition and 'frozen' activity keeps drawing your eye around the picture. The two figures going hurriedly in opposite directions intent on getting out of the rain asap and that splash of colour just adds something. There are several geometric connections going on as well. The rectangles of the building and bins, but the triangulation of the tree, the no-waiting sign ad the top of the lampost gets stronger the more you look.
There are many images that are posted that are offered as 'street photography' and are really nothing more than photographs taken in the street. This goes the extra distance and does what street photography should do, engages you, makes you look and think about what's going on. Super picture.
Quote from: ABERS on May 04, 2014, 08:42:42 AM
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_DSC09127_enh_rgb_cr.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12101&fullsize=1)
I remember this from another forum and its composition and 'frozen' activity keeps drawing your eye around the picture. The two figures going hurriedly in opposite directions intent on getting out of the rain asap and that splash of colour just adds something. There are several geometric connections going on as well. The rectangles of the building and bins, but the triangulation of the tree, the no-waiting sign ad the top of the lampost gets stronger the more you look.
There are many images that are posted that are offered as 'street photography' and are really nothing more than photographs taken in the street. This goes the extra distance and does what street photography should do, engages you, makes you look and think about what's going on. Super picture.
Shows we all see things differently. It doesn`t make me question what`s there at all and to me does look like a "photograph taken in the street". Most makes me think - is it quite level. I do like the rectangle theme going on but want a little more space on the right to balance and just don`t engage. Not seen this thread before. Really good idea to pull out old images and share. I`m left wondering whose images some of them are though as some don`t link to galleries of who took the shot. I know you say this one is from another forum - is it one of yours Abers? Does not come over as one.
Looks like a Reinardina shot to me.
I agree with the remarks upon geometric play, action, mood and colour; but perhaps like Jinky, for me, the tree foilage touching the frame and breaking the geometric lines around the building throws the visual balance.
A less tighter crop to the right, or (as you cannot catch such moments twice) cloning out a tiny bit of the touching foilage would work well in my opinion.
It isn't' one of mine, but I wish it was! Very rude of me not to credit the picture to its author. Reinardina. It is on a CC gallery.
It's certainly good that we're all different in our views, otherwise we would all be looking at the same type of pictures. It took some time to find an image that caught my eye, but if people engage with this thread they would add considerably to the number of views images have, which apparently people want.
I suppose I'm a sucker for an image that catches my eye.I then look closer to see and examine why, that's why I ran on a bit about this image. ::) No apologies for that, I was always told one should always explain why you like or dislike an image.
Perhaps we all should do that more.
Thanks Alan for highlighting one of my shots.
The symmetry of the building always attracted me, and I wanted to 'do' something with it, and have done several times. I have quite a few images of it with different 'foregrounds,' but this one struck a chord. I'm glad it did for you too.
It got good reviews on the other forum too, but, as shown here again, we all look for and see different things in photographs. Which is good, as it teaches (me at least), to look at it with different eyes. The more this happens, the more I will 'see' possibilities, as and when they arise.
And I agree this thread might do wonders, not only for viewing figures, but also to engage people, 'force' them to have a closer look, and see other people's take of, and on things.
This thread doesn't seem to have caught much in the way of interest and participation. Everyone seems to be running around taking pictures of trees, flowers, small animals and insects at the moment! Rubbish dumps and wheely bins, dustcarts, overflowing litter bins and assorted litter in hedgerows are next in line I expect.
However, hoping to make the thread a little more informative I looked up some notes made during a talk given by a judge of major national and international photographic competitions and awards for professional and amateur photographers whilst making a very good living as a professional photographer.
Before someone says 'I don't put up my work to be judged', of course you do! If you put up images to be looked at, you open them up to be judged as good bad or indifferent by the viewer.
The notes are in the order that the speaker delivered them and are brief and succinct. Most are fairly obvious and I apologise if they look like they are trying to teach Grandmother to suck eggs.
You may find them useful when you come to cast your votes on all the aforementioned images that are taking up everyone's time at present, especially point No.3.
Above all, the wow factor: visual dynamism/emotion/impact
What is it that holds one's attention?
Is it [image/concept] new/original?
Imagination: has the photographer thought creatively?
Is there an original approach?
Is there creative cropping?
What is the content – abstract/design?
The composition is "make or break".
Does it demand attention?
Consider the placement of the subject matter, including:
Harmonious elements; strong areas; graphic refinement?
Tension/drama in the composition?
Does the photographer have own style (through character of the image) distinct from others?
Good technique essential; avoid sloppy work; get it right in camera.
Documentary-type images/story-telling present/absent?
Make strong statement; viewer gets in one glance; emotional responses?
Make case believable (unless a fantasy on purpose).
Oh I forgot to mention Charity shops.
Very informative. A lot is common photographical sense, but seldom implemented by me. I am learning though, taking more and more on board as I go along.
And yes, the competition takes over the new uploads, but that will only change if/when more members upload non competition shots. I'll oblige once I finished this post. If my internet connection holds, that is.
Blimey Alan - I can't take that lot with me when ever I take my camera out! :o
For me, a picture works when makes me do a double take, or keep looking, or evokes a fond memory.
What makes me do a double take or keep looking is not set in stone. And I suppose that could be said of what makes me press the shutter button.
But what does stop people posting? Or reviewing?
Every no and again I'll pop into some ones gallery and view all the content - it can be good to remind us of what hass passed by this forum.
Quote from: Andrew on May 05, 2014, 05:11:47 PM
Blimey Alan - I can't take that lot with me when ever I take my camera out! :o
For me, a picture works when makes me do a double take, or keep looking, or evokes a fond memory.
What makes me do a double take or keep looking is not set in stone. And I suppose that could be said of what makes me press the shutter button.
But what does stop people posting? Or reviewing?
Every no and again I'll pop into some ones gallery and view all the content - it can be good to remind us of what hass passed by this forum.
When you analyse an image that makes you do a double take, don't you find some, or even a lot, of the points Alan mentioned are applicable to that image?
Next time you view someone's gallery, don't forget to post something that attracts special attention in this thread.
More people may become interested if they see interesting photos here. Especially those whose shot is chosen.
Quote from: Andrew on May 05, 2014, 05:11:47 PM
Blimey Alan - I can't take that lot with me when ever I take my camera out! :o
I think you do anyway, but perhaps you don't realise it. The list comprises what a judge looks for and whilst you should never go out solely to please a judge there are some good pointers towards taking a decent picture and developing your own style.
You can cherry pick from the list or ignore it altogether, it was posted purely to help people perhaps get away from taking image after image of the same type of thing ad infinitum and expand their views on photography.
The best bit of advice I was given by a very capable photographer (who also judges many a club up here in the NE ), was -
and I quote -
"When you next go out, start looking for stories within a scene rather than trying to find things to record with the camera.
Stay in a small area for at least an hour, two or three hours if you can. Stories don't always leap out on you. Go back several times. Try different positions (up/down/left/right/nearer/further)
Remember, good photography has very little to do with the camera – it's just a recording device – your eyes and brain are what matter most."
RR
Tony
Quote from: Alfonso_Frisk on May 06, 2014, 12:12:37 PM
The best bit of advice I was given by a very capable photographer (who also judges many a club up here in the NE ), was -
and I quote -
"When you next go out, start looking for stories within a scene rather than trying to find things to record with the camera.
Stay in a small area for at least an hour, two or three hours if you can. Stories don't always leap out on you. Go back several times. Try different positions (up/down/left/right/nearer/further)
Remember, good photography has very little to do with the camera – it's just a recording device – your eyes and brain are what matter most."
RR
Tony
Sounds like a wise man Tony. Another bit of advice is " Look beyond just what you see and find what's there".
Quote from: ABERS on May 06, 2014, 02:30:26 PM
Quote from: Alfonso_Frisk on May 06, 2014, 12:12:37 PM
The best bit of advice I was given by a very capable photographer (who also judges many a club up here in the NE ), was -
and I quote -
"When you next go out, start looking for stories within a scene rather than trying to find things to record with the camera.
Stay in a small area for at least an hour, two or three hours if you can. Stories don't always leap out on you. Go back several times. Try different positions (up/down/left/right/nearer/further)
Remember, good photography has very little to do with the camera – it's just a recording device – your eyes and brain are what matter most."
RR
Tony
Sounds like a wise man Tony. Another bit of advice is " Look beyond just what you see and find what's there".
I'm always told (and almost always forget), to look behind me as well.
Quote from: Reinardina on May 05, 2014, 06:14:52 PM
Quote from: Andrew on May 05, 2014, 05:11:47 PM
Blimey Alan - I can't take that lot with me when ever I take my camera out! :o
For me, a picture works when makes me do a double take, or keep looking, or evokes a fond memory.
What makes me do a double take or keep looking is not set in stone. And I suppose that could be said of what makes me press the shutter button.
But what does stop people posting? Or reviewing?
Every no and again I'll pop into some ones gallery and view all the content - it can be good to remind us of what hass passed by this forum.
As Alan has said, we do take a lot of it with us - bit like walking to the shops. We don't realise we look left or right at the kerb side to see if it is safe to cross - we just do it.
It's just that when you put it in a list like that...
As for offering comments - I've long since finished giving Jim Bowen comments (super, smashing, great). I either say why I like the pic, or I say nothing at all. For me, the issue nowadays is finding the time amongst my studies and getting out on my bike...
When you analyse an image that makes you do a double take, don't you find some, or even a lot, of the points Alan mentioned are applicable to that image?
Next time you view someone's gallery, don't forget to post something that attracts special attention in this thread.
More people may become interested if they see interesting photos here. Especially those whose shot is chosen.
I am gradually working my way through the gallery, and enjoying seeing some amazing photographs in there, I came across this shot and loved it instantly, the mist/fog really make it, and I look at it and expect a horseman or something to come towards me from the mist, the framing of the trees make this shot.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_P1210007_The_Gateway.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=9676)
This was another shot I loved, the perception is the water goes on forever, and the detail in the sky carries the shot :)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_THE%20LONG%20WATER.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=2725)
Thank you for highlighting these!
Here's a Golden Oldie I have revisited and played with a little more.....
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11291/normal_Fruit_Basket.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16472&fullsize=1)
Good attempt at a 'Classic' still life DD, the lighting seems a little flat in as much as the basket and fruit has the same overall light level. An artist local to you, Tim Gustard, has it off to a 'T'.
He used to work in our local branch office in Gateshead and it was a joy to see his paintings adorning the walls there. Well worth finding an excuse to visit.
He then began to sell his work and get plenty of commissions and now makes a fine living at it. It might be worth having a look at how he does it.
http://www.jackfineart.com/Tim-Gustard/Tim-Gustard.htm
I like it; love the warm colours. Really in the 'old masters' style.
I've never been any good at this type of photo.
I have (not yet?) developed my 'eye,' to see the things ABERS sees. Things like flat lighting, I only notice if it is very extreme. Don't know if I will ever improve in this area.
As it is a recent edit, I think, it should really be in the 'image of the day or edit of the day' thread, where it would have made a wonderful contrast to Alan's watering cans.
Certainly an inspirational shot with the processing
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_quayside2nx2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=2559)
Funny, I just spotted this in the random gallery this morning!
Quote from: Reinardina on January 01, 2015, 01:32:55 PM
Funny, I just spotted this in the random gallery this morning!
I know because I spotted you had on the latest Comment page ;D and then wondered why it had missed a IOTW slot ;)
Andy is hoping for a new slot on the front page, for inspiring images from the archives.
I had a look in the archives and found this
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_AL0332A.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=150&fullsize=1)
Very inspiring, as this photographer has made it BIG!
Quote from: Reinardina on October 16, 2016, 03:35:18 PM
Andy is hoping for a new slot on the front page, for inspiring images from the archives.
I had a look in the archives and found this
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_AL0332A.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=150&fullsize=1)
Very inspiring, as this photographer has made it BIG!
It's a beaut!