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What is your genre in photography?
Dec 15, 2014 10:40:11 #
How many stars in Col. Juan Seguin land? I'll bet there's only a lone star!
Dec 15, 2014 13:25:05 #
Rich Keyworth
Loc: Elk Grove Village , IL
Dave, I can sympathize with you. My Genre has run the gamut from Evidence Photography, to Documentary, Photos for Teaching and Lecturing, Crime Scenes, Amusement Rides, Fire Scenes, Equine Photos, etc. I have never really worked with models or product / Studio Photos.
I had over 35,000 Slides and had to down size as I could no longer catalog all of them. (Before Computers)
I enjoy photography for what interests me as well as will work in my books and Presentations. Have a great day and keep shooting.
I had over 35,000 Slides and had to down size as I could no longer catalog all of them. (Before Computers)
I enjoy photography for what interests me as well as will work in my books and Presentations. Have a great day and keep shooting.
Dec 15, 2014 14:04:36 #
Well said, right on the mark. I think the camera should set you free and enhance ones visual and emotional pleasure, no stifle it.
Beachbum5
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Dec 15, 2014 14:50:51 #
DavidPine wrote:
The question often comes up regarding what a perso... (show quote)
Whatever my camera is pointed at,when I press the shutter.As above I like too many things to have a favorite. How boring it would be to shoot the same thing over and over again. Just my opinion
Dec 15, 2014 14:55:38 #
jkm757 wrote:
No set genre. I refuse to be put in a box.
You will eventually be put in a box, just enjoy it while you can. ;)
I went on a Nikon sponsored photo walk Saturday. Sitting on a curb with another amateur when he asked "What do you shoot?" That stopped me cold and I finally recited a few generic subject - landscape, birds, architecture, events - but I felt guilty that I don't have a specialty.
So, it's good to hear there are so many "non genred" folks here. Just wish I knew "bene placito" that day. :D
Dec 15, 2014 16:43:31 #
Dec 15, 2014 17:17:55 #
Votrepear
Loc: Sparta MI
Picking a specialty is fine, but in my opinion if you want to grow as a photographer you need to step out of your comfort zone and be willing to try other things.
I am a commercial photographer by profession, but I do things outside of work just to keep my creativity fresh.
One thing I had found is that when you take on a new photographic challenge, especially something you have never done before it really helps with the type of photography you routinely do.
It makes you look at familiar things in a different way. You may even possibly use what you figured out shooting something new can help you improve your regular photography in ways you never thought of.
I am a commercial photographer by profession, but I do things outside of work just to keep my creativity fresh.
One thing I had found is that when you take on a new photographic challenge, especially something you have never done before it really helps with the type of photography you routinely do.
It makes you look at familiar things in a different way. You may even possibly use what you figured out shooting something new can help you improve your regular photography in ways you never thought of.
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Dec 15, 2014 20:48:49 #
kenArchi
Loc: Seal Beach, CA
I am stuck, but I Love It! I shoot architectural and interiors for various Builders, Architects, and Designers. This is not my income but I do Charge for my services.
I only take pictures when I am hired. And that fires me up.
For I have to really perform. I have no Idea what the project looks like until I get there.
Every project has it's own problems to resolve. Lighting, Lenses, perspective angles, multiple exposures, etc.
For every shot I set up to take I am pre-calculating what to do in post processing.
Soooo.....I do very little general shooting.
I only take pictures when I am hired. And that fires me up.
For I have to really perform. I have no Idea what the project looks like until I get there.
Every project has it's own problems to resolve. Lighting, Lenses, perspective angles, multiple exposures, etc.
For every shot I set up to take I am pre-calculating what to do in post processing.
Soooo.....I do very little general shooting.
Dec 15, 2014 21:56:13 #
Uuglypher wrote:
David,
You presented it as a serious matter, presented it well, and it was accepted as such.
A good and laudable effort!
For those for whom photography is a serious passtime (is that an oxymoron?) or an avocation, your points are absolutely "spot on".
Dave Graham
You presented it as a serious matter, presented it well, and it was accepted as such.
A good and laudable effort!
For those for whom photography is a serious passtime (is that an oxymoron?) or an avocation, your points are absolutely "spot on".
Dave Graham
:thumbup:
Dec 16, 2014 02:04:31 #
I've shot one wedding which I hated. I did head shots for my niece when she was acting in LA which was fun. My favorite though is wildlife. Living in Montana I can be in Glacier or Yellowstone Parks in less than three hours. I've also get some nice landscape shots. I got one of Helena, MT that I've made 4 to 5 grand on. I just sold a scenic digital photo from Glacier Park for $550.00. The landscapes sell the best but the wildlife is what I really enjoy. Bears are my favorite but I also like spending time with Mountain goats, Elk and Bighorn sheep. When I take my boat out during the summer I get some nice heron and eagle pics. I guess I just enjoy my time outside. The main reason for shooting wildlife may be that the animals don't complain if they're not happy with my work.
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