Is it wrong to "modify" an otherwise normal photo
Nov 10, 2016 10:26:12 #
Post processing is a major part of the digital camera experience and should be used without guilt to the individuals taste.
Nov 10, 2016 10:27:01 #
Nov 10, 2016 11:18:01 #
I believe that we should enhance a photo based on what we initially viewed with our eyes before we tripped the shutter. Often times what we see is not translated directly into the photo. However, I do not think that we should enhance a photo, in post, way beyond what we saw with our eyes only to make the photo more desirable to satisfy others.
I realize that we have the right to enhance a photo any way we want to because it our photo.
I realize that we have the right to enhance a photo any way we want to because it our photo.
Nov 10, 2016 11:22:05 #
the modified photo is much more interesting because the sky in the top one is boring and there is also detail on the modified one on the land leading to the lighthouse
Nov 10, 2016 11:39:52 #
Shaun wrote:
I realize that there are many purists in this grou... (show quote)
It's YOUR hobby . . . there can be nothing "wrong" that you choose to do with it, as long as it does not offend others!
Nov 10, 2016 11:40:16 #
Shaun wrote:
I realize that there are many purists in this grou... (show quote)
Just posted one of mine that I did the same thing. Bird was flying over the wetlands, and the background was shot in the desert. I find it fun to play with the images once in a while anyway. You want images you and others will enjoy. If you have to remove something, or add, the final result is what counts.
Nov 10, 2016 11:45:20 #
I somewhat concur with the journalism/artistry distinction but your first photo looks like a photo while the second is obviously not close to reality. My reaction is, why bother taking the photo - become a graphic artist and create the second photo from stock elements. Personally, I play with contrast, etc. but never add/subtract elements (except cropping). One exception is removing damage from old, scanned photos/slides. Of course, this is just my personal reaction since I don't find over-processed (Photoshopped-to-death) images to be attractive.
Nov 10, 2016 11:46:36 #
Do what you will, never harming anyone or anything in the process. I think your rendition of the original is awesome and you harmed nothing in the post processing of it. Reality is subjective.
Nov 10, 2016 11:56:11 #
As you stated it is your shot for your enjoyment. So yes do as you please. BTW I prefer #2. On the other hand if you are photographing an historical event ( wars, natural disasters etc) than no.
Nov 10, 2016 11:56:39 #
Editing starts when one composes the shot-what to leave out, what to emphasize etc.After the image is taken it should be enhanced according to one's taste and the purpose it is to be used for. I find the first image to be of good quality but pedestrian.To me the enhancement adds beauty and interest.
Nov 10, 2016 11:59:39 #
bertloomis
Loc: Fort Worth, Texas
Photography is art and it should look like you want it to look. If you want it to portray reality exactly, that is up to you. If not, it's your call. I personally don't lark stark reality. I really like the sunset version of the photo.
Nov 10, 2016 12:25:45 #
alliebess wrote:
I believe that it is not wrong to modify a photograph if it is taken as a work of art, but if it is documentary it should not be modified. An artist should be free to express his/her own vision, but a reporter should be objective and deal with facts, visually and verbally.
Well and succinctly stated.
Nov 10, 2016 12:42:05 #
If you are happy with the photo after changes, then go ahead. I love what you did, but I am one of those photographers that thinks that changes are ok. I have no intention of submitting my photos to any new media, ever. Sometimes, you see a different outcome from what was original-just like today's photo. That is being an artist. The people who only want SOOC have the right to think what they want. Many times, their photos are good, but boring. Both of your photos are good, the second one gives a totally different feeling. Thanks for letting me see your photos.
Nov 10, 2016 13:22:50 #
FrankR
Loc: NYC
In this case, the second image looks phony to me, completely false. That having been said, you're free and entitled to make your work pleasing to you. If you like it, thinks it's better than the original, that's fine. You can't please everybody.
Nov 10, 2016 13:30:34 #
How you 'manipulate' an image depends on the 'message' you intend to convey. Your example images imply very different 'moods' and there is nothing wrong with that.
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