Dreamscape
Dec 21, 2016 09:55:53 #
Dec 21, 2016 12:36:57 #
Perhaps it would be good if you would explain your vision for this capture. I looked at the comments that everyone made when you posted this shot before and I don't think anyone got it then and that most likely has not changed.
Dec 21, 2016 12:50:35 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
Perhaps it would be good if you would explain your vision for this capture. I looked at the comments that everyone made when you posted this shot before and I don't think anyone got it then and that most likely has not changed.
My previous posting was of three images of which this was one. No one singled this out for comment, but all that responded were unanimous in their condemnation and bewilderment of all three. I selected this image for this section because it's the most abstract, and of all the long exposure shots made that day, this is my favorite.
C&C invited
bob
Dec 21, 2016 14:38:03 #
I think identifying it as an abstract helps. When a picture appears to be out of focus I think it helps to understand that it is intentional and then one can look at it differently. I'm sometimes enjoy abstracts but certainly don't feel qualified to critique them. Part of my problem is that I am always trying to figure out what I am seeing and trying to give it meaning. I'm not sure that is the correct approach and hopefully others who participate in critique will be able to help you more.
I do like the colors-the blue and red touches and the streaks of white. MAybe it is just the time of year but it has a holiday feel to me. However, I wouldn't know where to begin to give you a meaningful critique. Good luck and hope you get a better response to this post.
I do like the colors-the blue and red touches and the streaks of white. MAybe it is just the time of year but it has a holiday feel to me. However, I wouldn't know where to begin to give you a meaningful critique. Good luck and hope you get a better response to this post.
Dec 22, 2016 06:16:30 #
More a nightmare than a dream to me Pilot, I see a fuzzy office and a pile of paper - brings back memories of such awful work places! Be assured I'm not an abstract fan and others may see more value than I can.
Dec 22, 2016 07:15:22 #
My first reaction is that it is an abstract expression. I am not a huge fan of abstract images but some do grab my interest and I never know exactly why. When this happens I guess the artist has accomplished the intent because the image made me think. Anyway, when I look at your image my eyes are immediately drawn the the large area of blown highlights at the top. I suspect if you looked at the histogram it would show these pixels bunched up and off the right-hand top of the histogram and that the detail in those pixels would be reading 255 (0=pure black >255 pure white). Personally I would crop off that part of the image. As far as the rest, I would probably try to bring out more of the textures in those interesting colors. Thanks for sharing your image.
Dec 22, 2016 11:17:29 #
I think you need to keep your finger off the button until you are ready to shoot.
Dec 22, 2016 17:14:54 #
Dec 24, 2016 11:09:19 #
I am happy you like it. It's all that matters but I do believe you are singing your own tune.
Dec 28, 2016 20:38:25 #
You call it abstract. I'd call it blurry. I understand you have a feeling or a notion of some sort you're trying to achieve. It really doesn't matter much that some guy like me doesn't "get it". Keep working on it and I'm sure you'll find what you're looking for. I get images like this all the time and I delete them. I call them mistakes. But then, I'm not going for abstract. Good luck and keep working toward whatever it is you're trying to express. When you find it I'm sure I'll get it.
Note: years ago, back in the days of b/w and processing and printing in my garage, I did a few sets of still lifes where I shot the long exposure in dim light and moved one of the objects with my hand to create movement. SO, I get what you're trying to do. Please don't feel like I'm discounting what you're doing. I just don't think you've found it yet. Keep at it.
Note: years ago, back in the days of b/w and processing and printing in my garage, I did a few sets of still lifes where I shot the long exposure in dim light and moved one of the objects with my hand to create movement. SO, I get what you're trying to do. Please don't feel like I'm discounting what you're doing. I just don't think you've found it yet. Keep at it.
Dec 29, 2016 01:19:54 #
10MPlayer wrote:
You call it abstract. I'd call it blurry. I unders... (show quote)
I've been trying for 77 years--not ready to quit quite yet. Thanks for your comments. Bob
Jan 4, 2017 16:01:08 #
What I find most appealing is the band of vibrant, flowing colors across the center. A simpler composition, emphasizing the color bands, would have made this a much more effective, less chaotic image, I think. In most cases, abstract images are strongest when they present some manner of order or unifying pattern to the viewer. Too many different elements, and the abstract image becomes visually confusing.
Jan 7, 2017 20:21:25 #
I have tried to associate the title Dreamscape with this Abstract and I just can't fit it together.
Jan 8, 2017 00:21:52 #
SoHillGuy wrote:
I have tried to associate the title Dreamscape with this Abstract and I just can't fit it together.
Well, ya gotta call it something?! Thanks for looking and puzzling. P6
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