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Dec 9, 2019 13:42:30 #
No artist ever sees things only as the camera would. If he did, he would cease to be an artist.
Dec 9, 2019 13:46:14 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Nah, it's just idle chit chat. Some folks simply enjoy making pronouncements and arguing their position. I can't imagine anyone in threads like this think they are actually influencing anyone else's choices 
I don't try a influencing anybody I was just voicing my opinion.
Dec 9, 2019 13:49:17 #
Architect1776 wrote:
To each their own.
I agree that most posts are way over cooked to almost look comical.
But the poster likes it and that is who they are trying to please.
So just enjoy the different points of view and do as you please and post as well.
I agree that most posts are way over cooked to almost look comical.
But the poster likes it and that is who they are trying to please.
So just enjoy the different points of view and do as you please and post as well.
Dec 9, 2019 14:39:30 #
papaluv4gd wrote:
With so much pp going on, it's very hard to know what is real anymore.
Unless one is making field guide photos or duplicating art work, what difference does it make whether it's "real" or not? Are b/w images "real"? I think many, if not most of us, are trying to make images that are better than "real".
Dec 9, 2019 15:13:25 #
jackm1943 wrote:
Unless one is making field guide photos or duplicating art work, what difference does it make whether it's "real" or not? Are b/w images "real"? I think many, if not most of us, are trying to make images that are better than "real".
Better to you could be garbage to others.
That is why we do what we like and others can form their opinions if it is really better than real or just another gaudy over cooked me too photo.
So do as you please and the OP does as they please and we all have fun with the hobby or profession for some here.
Dec 9, 2019 15:20:54 #
Graham Smith wrote:
The look of your smilies... or lack of smile leads me to think that you may have misunderstood my use of Messianic. Merriam Webster : marked by idealism and an aggressive crusading spirit messianic zeal on a messianic mission.
Sorry Graham - I meant to hit these: 😀😀😀
I like and agree with your post!
Dec 9, 2019 15:24:44 #
yssirk123 wrote:
Sorry Graham - I meant to hit these: 😀😀😀
I like and agree with your post!
I like and agree with your post!
OOPs... sorry I meant these Dec 9, 2019 15:32:56 #
papaluv4gd wrote:
when I view some of the posts that are put up on t... (show quote)
I agree. PP was intended to enhance but is often overdone, deliberately or unintentionally. So, PP can attempt to represent what you actually saw, enhance what you saw (kind of like creative non-fiction in literature,) or completely distort the image in an attempt to create a new artistic interpretation. So, I guess it is up to the individual and how he/she wishes to interpret the end product. Some of my best photo's were the result of a great subject, perfect timing, perfect location, good technical skills, good equipment, and minimal pp. Just my thoughts.
Dec 9, 2019 15:55:57 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Graham Smith wrote:
SOOC, all manual, film is the true path. I call it the Messianic school of photography.
I hope you were just trying to be humorous.
Dec 9, 2019 15:59:36 #
mwsilvers wrote:
You mis-understood Graham's comment. Messianic indeed! What an ego. 
There is no true path. And I call it the school of somebody that just does not understand the value of post-processing and how to use it effectively. Be content shooting SOOC if it pleases you, but don't assume an air of superiority because you happen to prefer it. I'm willing to bet most of you are images could use a little appropriate post processing to get the best from them.
There is no true path. And I call it the school of somebody that just does not understand the value of post-processing and how to use it effectively. Be content shooting SOOC if it pleases you, but don't assume an air of superiority because you happen to prefer it. I'm willing to bet most of you are images could use a little appropriate post processing to get the best from them.Take a look at his posting history to see that he is a master of b&w, especially his use of dodging and burning in pp to achieve his goals.
EDIT - ah, I see you had second thoughts
Dec 9, 2019 16:00:18 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Linda From Maine wrote:
You mis-understood Graham's comment. Take a look at his posting history to see that he is a master of b&w, including using dodging and burning in pp to achieve his goals.
Yes, I realized that. I actually changed the post of mine you were quoting.
Dec 9, 2019 16:01:11 #
mwsilvers wrote:
No worries, I expect he will enjoy. I often find British humour to be unintelligible 😊Yes, I realized that. I actually changed the post of mine you were quoting.
Dec 9, 2019 16:49:29 #
rck281
Loc: Overland Park, KS
Rongnongno wrote:
What ever other do or do not do, right or wrong is none of your concern.
Your opinion is yours and yours alone. Sorry but there have been countless discussion as to what SOOC means. You are happy with it? So be it.
Just do not criticize what you do not appreciate for whatever reason. If you do, you will always be wrong.
Your opinion is yours and yours alone. Sorry but there have been countless discussion as to what SOOC means. You are happy with it? So be it.
Just do not criticize what you do not appreciate for whatever reason. If you do, you will always be wrong.
How rude!
Dec 9, 2019 17:00:13 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
A perfect topic for chit-chat with the fellas down at the local mercantile, where the woodstove is a-blazin' while a nor'easter howls outside. Ayuh. Now pass the spittoon, and let's move on to world peace 🙄
Dec 9, 2019 17:03:58 #
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