Comparing similar but opposite subjects: One fun prolect in photography is to find two subjects which are somehow similar, but which are actually the opposite of each other. Here are...

RichardQ Loc: Colorado

One fun prolect in photography is to find two subjects which are somehow similar, but which are actually the opposite of each other. Here are two women who I photographed on the same day -- possibly even on the same roll of 120 Kodak Super XX film.

Swanky on the French Riviera - December 1946

Unswanky on the French Riviera - December 1946

Frank2013 Loc: San Antonio, TX. & Milwaukee, WI.

RichardQ wrote:

One fun prolect in photography is to find two subjects which are somehow similar, but which are actually the opposite of each other. Here are two women who I photographed on the same day -- possibly even on the same roll of 120 Kodak Super XX film.

Both fabulous shots Mr. Q. Shows you knew then and know now how to trip a shutter.

RichardTaylor Loc: Sydney, Australia

RichardQ wrote:

One fun prolect in photography is to find two subjects which are somehow similar, but which are actually the opposite of each other. Here are two women who I photographed on the same day -- possibly even on the same roll of 120 Kodak Super XX film.

Good comparison.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Utterly fascinating images, Richard - and how clever to post as contrasts. Thank you so much for sharing these historical images, as well as your viewpoint.

I hope you'll spend a lot more time with us here in FYC :)

BassmanBruce Loc: Middle of the Mitten

In order for two things to be opposites, they must at least be similar as your excellent photos demonstrate.

RichardQ Loc: Colorado

Frank2013 wrote:

Both fabulous shots Mr. Q. Shows you knew then and know now how to trip a shutter.

Thank you very much for the kind comments, Frank. I'd like to point out that neither photo was taken at eye-level. The twin-lens reflex camera design allowed me to look down in the viewfinder for composing without having to kneel, squat or sprawl -- which can scare your subject.

Frank2013 Loc: San Antonio, TX. & Milwaukee, WI.

RichardQ wrote:

Thank you very much for the kind comments, Frank. I'd like to point out that neither photo was taken at eye-level. The twin-lens reflex camera design allowed me to look down in the viewfinder for composing without having to kneel, squat or sprawl -- which can scare your subject.

Well I didn't know that, just thought your composition was spot on. I have to scare my subjects.lol

Edit: no articulating screen so I'm down on my knees.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

RichardQ wrote:

... The twin-lens reflex camera design allowed me to look down in the viewfinder for composing without having to kneel, squat or sprawl -- which can scare your subject.

Too funny :thumbup:

I have a rotating LCD on my dslr, which can come in handy for similar viewpoints, though my subjects are rarely human :)

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

RichardQ wrote:

One fun prolect in photography is to find two subjects which are somehow similar, but which are actually the opposite of each other. Here are two women who I photographed on the same day -- possibly even on the same roll of 120 Kodak Super XX film.

Very interesting comparison/contrast images. I hope you have more of this genre to share.
--Bob

RichardQ Loc: Colorado

rmalarz wrote:

Very interesting comparison/contrast images. I hope you have more of this genre to share.
--Bob

Thanks for your interest, Bob. Here's another pair of contrasting types, taken within a few minutes of each other while in front of the Notre Dame Cathedral in some French city, the name of which escapes me.

Jaunty rascality in Paris - 1947

Pious holiness in Paris - 1947

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

RichardQ wrote:

Thanks for your interest, Bob. Here's another pair of contrasting types, taken within a few minutes of each other while in front of the Notre Dame Cathedral in some French city, the name of which escapes me.

Richard, I enjoyed the diverseness of these two folks, as well.
--Bob

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

RichardQ wrote:

... Here's another pair of contrasting types, taken within a few minutes of each other while in front of the Notre Dame Cathedral...

Fascinating to compare their facial expressions and other keys to their personalities and lives. Thank you, Richard!

Frank2013 Loc: San Antonio, TX. & Milwaukee, WI.

RichardQ wrote:

Here's another pair of contrasting types, taken within a few minutes of each other while in front of the Notre Dame Cathedral in some French city, the name of which escapes me.

The photos being of old times with an old feel are certainly a draw Richard. More importantly to me is analyzing your style, the composition and impact these photos have. Truly the work of someone with vision and talent. We are fortunate to have you here. I have not wanted to change a thing in any of your presentations so far because they are spot on from the getgo.

NJFrank Loc: New Jersey

I took a look at both your sets of photograph very nicely done.I am wondering if this "experiment" will happen in 70 years. Obviously you kept these photos all this time. I doubt that will happen with this digatal age we now live in.