Spartacus my 52...Week 26 Night...Sorry I’m late...:( [Archive]

Spartacus

17-01-2009, 16:18

We have so much history here in Plymouth I didn't know where to start:

Decided on something I rememberd seeing from this site a while back, so I can't take credit for the original idea.

The clock tower is a famous local land mark known as Derry's Clock and the large building to the right was the Wiltshire & Dorset bank.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/DerrysClock1902.jpg
Photo taken 1902.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/DerrysClock2009.jpg

The dark building to the left is now the back of Theatre Royal and the large building to the right is a pub...yes you guessed it it's called the Bank

Things I've Learnt:

1. You can't always stand in the foot steps of the photographer from 107 years ago.

2. Lining up the same angle is not easy.

3. I was recording history just the same as the unknown photographer had all that time ago. So the next time I think that's just not worth bothering with....give it a second look because things change and you just might regret it one day.

Dark Star

17-01-2009, 16:22

3. I was recording history just the same as the unknown photographer had all that time ago. So the next time I think that's just not worth bothering with....give it a second look because things change and you just might regret it one day.

An eloquent example of history! I like the idea and execution and your 3rd point is extremely well made!

What looks ordinary today might just look extraordinary in 20, 50, 100 years time! :clap:

staffitaxi

18-01-2009, 20:03

I remember the other posting you mentioned, the idea does fit this theme perfectly.

Did the chaps up the ladders just finish cleaning it before you took the photo?

wrecker1971

18-01-2009, 20:09

really nice idea. shows how thing change over time. :thumbs:

EdBray

18-01-2009, 20:31

That clock is the mark they used to take the mileage from to mark on the roadsigns. So when it says 14 miles to Plymouth it actually means 14 miles to Derry's clock!

Toothie

18-01-2009, 20:36

Great start to the year - love the knifes and forks and the idea for history - nice to seee how things change :thumbs:

jeangenie

18-01-2009, 22:34

I love this 'then and now' idea. Compared with many places, the changes are comparatively few. What struck me immediately (no pun intended) was the time yours was taken - excellent positioning of the clock's hands. :clap:

A great interpretation of History - and in 100 years' time somebody might be adding another photo and commenting on how things have changed since 2009. :)

Jean

Spartacus

24-01-2009, 15:29

Well I've had a great week taking lots of photo's of all sorts of subjects...:lol:

but trying to make my brain work harder than normal don't come easy :thinking:

So decided on something my wife is always going on about to me...and what I need to do everytime we shop...:razz:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/NutritionalValues.jpg

Things I've Learnt this week

1. Sometime you don't need to go out in the rain and cold...just look around the house.

2. It's been good spending so much time and getting acquainted with my camera again.

3. I'm having more fun with my camera than in the last 18 months.

jgs001

24-01-2009, 16:32

Love the history shot, that's brilliant. It looks pretty close to where the original was shot. I like what you've done for learning and it's clear what your wife is looking for (I get the same thing ;) ). I can't work out what you did though, very clever.

Dark Star

24-01-2009, 16:39

Funnily enough Marcus a similar idea flittered through my head earlier in the week but you've done a much better job on it than I could have :)

I love the composition and how you've emphasised the key information :)

And the B&W works for me (it always does :))

And I love your 3 points especially #3 - That what its all about :D

Daysleeper40

24-01-2009, 16:47

I really like all your shots so far - nice to see a different interpretation of the themes :thumbs:

I also considered something along the lines of number three as I have vowed to start eating better from monday so will be taking your wifes advice!

Duckydoodle

24-01-2009, 17:14

Nice shot. Like the conversion seems to suit the subject well. Creative interpretation. Well done :thumbs:

dizzy

24-01-2009, 17:28

really like the way you've done that! Very clever stuff. Completely agree with the points you made too. I've been loving doing this so far and just the kick in my bum I needed to pick up the camera more! Can't say I'm looking forward to next weeks though, it's a bit of a stinker and I'm feeling completely inspiration free on this one...

jeangenie

24-01-2009, 19:41

That is really clever. What an excellent idea. Simple (as the best ones usually are) and well executed.

Glad you're enjoying your camera more. Enjoy week 4! :)

Jean

RichardtheSane

25-01-2009, 08:40

Something different there - and the selective focus type effort works really well
As Jean said, simple ideas work best :)

SimonTALM

25-01-2009, 09:24

Great shot, the blurring in PP is very well done and looks very natural. The bits you have sharp do look a little over sharpened although this could be because they are right next to the blurred bits :thinking:. I really like the lighting from the top of the image, it gives the image a good feeling of depth :thumbs:

maddog.mark

25-01-2009, 13:31

Sorry I haven't commented on your 52 yet.

I really like Nutrional Values, that's a great idea.

Keep up the good work:thumbs:

Bruja

25-01-2009, 15:00

I love your Learning shot :thumbs: and the black and white conversion really works well for me :clap:. I'm glad you're getting more fun out of your camera, that's what this is all about :)

Graulges

25-01-2009, 19:44

Nice one. I like the B&W too, it suits the image.:clap:

plumbjob

26-01-2009, 06:39

Nice shot :thumbs:

staffitaxi

26-01-2009, 14:49

That's a really clever idea and I must admit on first look I thought "How the heck has he done that". Am a bit slow today but did fathom it out in the end.

kelack

27-01-2009, 15:14

Same here staffitaxi :lol:

Definitely the B&W on the knife & fork though :thumbs::thumbs:

Spartacus

31-01-2009, 17:00

First of all I'm a little embarrassed to be posting this picture...:(

This has turned out to be the most difficult subject for me...:help:

I gave it some thought a few days ago and was going to do somethings with eggs. Then I saw the superb shot that Dark Star did :clap: so decided to stay away from the egg idea.:shake:

Well as indefensible as it is, the shot doe's contain the book H.M.S Surprise by patrick O'Brian...

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/JacksonreadingHMSSurprise.jpg

Things I've Learnt this week
1. This 52 is going to be a lot harder than I thought.
2. DON'T look at anyone else's on here until you finished you idea.
3. Panicking don't help...

Dark Star

31-01-2009, 20:21

I wouldn't be embarrassed Marcus :) It made me smile - big time :)

Its different, I'll give it that :D Sorry that I beat you to the egg :(

But its a different and surprising picture and I assume the glasses are photshopped on!

Neat job :) And if I'm wrong thats one patient cat you have :D

Hyster

31-01-2009, 21:07

This made me lol, nothing to be ashamed of there.

At the end of the day we only want out pictures to provoke some sort of emotional reaction.

On to the next one.....

jeangenie

31-01-2009, 22:57

I'd be pleased, not embarrassed, if I'd thought of this one. It made me smile. The cat's expression is pricelss - you can alsmost see the speech bubble: (in 'professorial' voice) "Yes, it's an interesting read, historically accurate and with good cross-referencing" :D

I totally agree with your lessons learned - especially not looking at other people's before you've at least decided on your own shot. Panic's ok when all else fails. :lol:

I hope Week 5 causes less stress for both of us. :)

Jean

Graulges

01-02-2009, 10:33

Yeah I think that's good - cat's expression with the glasses magnifying the eyes really works; fits the theme well too.:clap:

RichardtheSane

01-02-2009, 21:00

You have made that look like one clever mog - you culd have submitted that photo for learning too :)
Good way of getting suprise in there!

staffitaxi

02-02-2009, 12:41

That really made me chuckle and sent my imagination into overdrive. I could imagine sneaking downstairs at night and opening the living room door to find a cat wearing glasses reading a book and saying "well what did you think I did at night when you were all in bed"!

I agree about not looking at others postings until you have your own sorted out. I found it made it much more difficult to come up with ideas of my own and also did induce panic.

Toothie

02-02-2009, 12:56

Excellent stuff on learning and surprise, really like the way the key info stands out, and your cat is fantastic :thumbs:

jgs001

02-02-2009, 21:22

Great shot, nothing to be embarrassed about there. It's been well done, and works very well, made me chuckle. I', adopting the same policy, not looking at any of the current weeks shots till I've done mine.

Bruja

05-02-2009, 11:47

Loving the Surprise shot Spartacus, great capture and great interpretation :clap::clap:

kelack

05-02-2009, 12:18

That brightened up a somewhat grey day, thank you. Really good, I like this.

I'm the other way from people, I like to look at everyone's shots to get inspiration, normally I see what people have done and it eliminates that type of idea from my head. But then I'm just weird :lol:

Spartacus

06-02-2009, 20:17

First of all many thanks to all the people who take the time to comment on my 52 Week project.

As for Week 4 Surprise, thank you for your kind response. I was getting desperate which is why I cat knapped my nighbours cat (Jackson) for the photo shoot. (He was well rewarded)

At the moment I'm at what I call joining a new Gym mentality, you know you start with good intentions, but miss a week and before you know it your not bothering anymore with excuses of one thing or another. But I need to do this or the camera sits back in the bag and won't get the use it deserves.
Rant over (sorry)

This week has been fun again, did lots of stuff but ended up with this one. There was a B&W copy, but I think this looks better.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/colourone1.jpg

Things I learnt this week
1. It's good to have a difficult subjet because you really enjoy a easy one.
2. Have a play with B&W, but don't think everything looks good just because it takes you back to your old darkroom days.
3. Keep on good terms with the cat next door, he may be required to get you out of a tricky situation.

jgs001

06-02-2009, 20:27

plumbjob

06-02-2009, 20:36

:clap: Nice play on opposites, will have to try to use DOF myself sometime.
Trouble with easy ones is I should of waited myself to see if I could do better, but impatient as I am I posted early, so it left me all week with out the set task.

Dark Star

06-02-2009, 20:47

Now that is great. Wonderful clear definition in the Knights, with the Kings (??) oof, works really well, black and white, opposing sides, different directions, that's a good three opposites, well interpreted and fits the theme brilliantly. :thumbs:

Couldn't have put it better myself! I love the inclusion of the oof pieces in the background which adds depth to the shot!

Glad you went colour as well :)

:thumbs:

jeangenie

06-02-2009, 21:07

This is great - great interpretation, great use of dof, great composition, great colours. Oh - and I like it, too. :D:clap::clap:

A really good take on Opposites. :)

Jean

Toothie

06-02-2009, 21:29

i agree with the other, very well done :thumbs:

SpidersEye

06-02-2009, 22:14

I've just read through your project for the first time - you've had really good ideas so far!

I have to say I like the 'Surprise' picture - well thought out, made me smile :)

The opposite picture's very effective too - great use of DOF, good colours ...

Looking forward to keeping up with this! :)

The Matt

07-02-2009, 07:03

Nice one. The shallow DoF works really well. The 'surprise' pic made me giggle a tad. Very nice.

Daysleeper40

07-02-2009, 09:39

Great idea for "Opposites" and executed very well. Lovely DOF and the OOF pieces in the background add extra interest. Glad you opted for the colour version too... oh and cracking composition.

I like! :clap:

adrury

08-02-2009, 14:49

Well done :clap::clap::clap:

This is a very good shot. I love the clarity, the idea and the positioning of the chess pieces.

I agree with you that black and white, even if it fits the theme is not for everything and I think you were absolutely right in this case to keep it in colour.

10/10

dizzy

08-02-2009, 16:21

nicely lit and you've got the pieces pin sharp! That's some pretty spectacularly shallow DoF!! Really nice idea

EdBray

08-02-2009, 19:37

Really nice image and the shallow depth of field works brilliantly, the position of the two OOF Kings are also perfectly placing each of the knights on the third completes the image!

My favourite image of this round!

SimonTALM

09-02-2009, 11:31

Surpise - very Harry Potter, I like it :thumbs: I think you win the prize for the person who moved so far away from the box they could only just see it :clap: Certainly not a prize winning artistic shot but an image I could easily expect to see on a funny email a few years in the future, or on the front of a Funny Birthday Card.

Opposites - I really like this image, you have the DoF perfect and I think you chose well to keep the image in colour (I'm sure B&W would not look 1/2 as good). As others have said the pieces in the background lift this image and make it work :clap:

Bruja

09-02-2009, 18:38

What a cracking shot for Opposites :clap::clap: Great composition, great clarity on the knights, fantastic DoF, and definitely works in colour. :thumbs: You just keep getting better - where's it all going to end :D

Spartacus

13-02-2009, 15:59

Well here we are again, is it me or doe’s the weeks seem to fly by now we got projects to do...
You could be forgiven for thinking what’s Special about this coin. Well it was given to me by a lovely and much missed auntie when I was a boy. For those that are lucky enough not to recognise it, it is a Shilling or 5p today. Well worth having in my day. At the time I so wanted to spend it on a Matchbox toy car. But like all parents around the world you need to save it for a rainy day. So it was taken away for my own good and given back much later when the urge was gone.
But as always with something special it’s the detail and on this occasion it’s the date, the very year I was born. Now the polite among you will not bother working out my age. But the rest of you...you didn’t think I got to look like this over night did you!

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/MySpecialShilling.jpg

Things I’ve Learnt this week
1. Going through your old collections off stuff brings back some lovely memories.
2. Life is speeding by at a rate of knots and you forget sometimes to sit back and enjoy the moment.
3. Taking a photo of a coin to make it look interesting is a tough one.

Dark Star

13-02-2009, 16:02

Excellent shot, great light and textures and to think you've held onto that for sooo long!

Now that is special! The detail is great and that surface just really complements the image!

And 1956 is very special - same year as me :)

Toothie

13-02-2009, 16:05

excellent idea for the theme, and great detail on the shot :)

EdBray

13-02-2009, 17:05

Great detail and textures on the shot, very well executed.

maddog.mark

13-02-2009, 17:37

Wow that's one sharp image, I like it very much.

jgs001

13-02-2009, 21:29

Excellent shot, I have to say I agree with the above comments, I love the texture across the face of the coin.

dizzy

14-02-2009, 06:36

I can't believe you've still got it! My watch is from the same year I was born but that's a lot easier to keep safe! Very nice capture indeed

SimonTALM

14-02-2009, 16:16

I know shillings, I'm glad to see you have the English version, I have a slot machine that takes them (not the one I used for History). Great story behind yours though :thumbs:

I love the texture of this shot and the contrast between the coin and the weave, how did you light it? I looks as if there is low angle light from the top (there is a feint shadow on the bottom of the coin).

jeangenie

14-02-2009, 16:25

I can only agree with all the previous comments. It's an excellent shot, the background texture provides as good contrast and it's a lovely story. And to think you could have spent it on a matchbox toy! :clap::clap:

Another top shot. :)

Jean

Bruja

19-02-2009, 15:28

Yet another fantastic shot from you Marcus :clap::clap:

I love the detail in the coin set against the weave of the background, brilliantly thought out and well lit :thumbs:

As for the year, well 1955 was better IMHO :lol::lol:

(OMG, that means I'm older than both you and DS :eek::eek:)

Spartacus

20-02-2009, 20:23

I did do other crowds photos but this was more fun for me.

Well I’ve had a great time playing around this week...and some of you will think what a cheat...

But what was a simply idea turned out a bit more than I thought, but I hung in there.

First you need a bag of Jelly Babies...now has I’ve not eaten them for quite some time I realise now that they come with a white coating of dust over them.:eek:

So first wash your Jelly Babies with a small brush and water, at this stage they are stickier that glue.

Leave to dry overnight on a cooling rack. The next day they are still sticky but workable. Try to teach them to stand on their own.:razz:

Not easy, and like in real life you do get some that are taller, so make sure they are at the back.

Also try not to leave finger prints on their heads when moving. :lol:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Asmallcrowd.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this week
1. It’s true never work with children and animals
2. If you get a good idea and stick with it, you will be glad you did.
3. You can get great enjoyment eating your props.

ScotlandTheScare

20-02-2009, 20:56

Shorty

20-02-2009, 20:58

Oooh, now I want jelly babies!
LOVE this idea, and the arrangment pattern/colours

ScotlandTheScare

20-02-2009, 21:01

I think its my monitor - if I tweak my settings I can see the detail in the black jelly baby :)

Like Shorty - I now want some jelly babies and am going to be sadly disappointed to find my cupboards bare...

Hyster

20-02-2009, 21:05

Ohh, wish I'd thought of that.

Great idea well executed, difficult theme too, you've made it look easy.

Well done Sir.

Spartacus

20-02-2009, 21:09

This idea is sweeet! And the photo is good too :) Love the DOF - shame the black one is so dark that no detail comes out (could be my screen though!) as it acts as a bit of a black hole and draws attention away from the nice detail on the others. How did you light it?

The lighting was a skylight in the loft...
As for the black one it looks fine on my monitor, with just enough detail.
but I think my calibration could be off a bit..

Thanks for the good feed back...:thumbs:

Dark Star

20-02-2009, 21:25

What a great idea :)

Love it - well composed and lit and certainly outside of the box (the box of jellybabies :))

Really, really good :D

adrury

20-02-2009, 21:33

Oh this is a superb idea, I am now really hating my lack of inspiration for this weeks shot!!!

I love your comments re setting up the shot and would love to have been a fly on the wall whilst all those babies were washed and placed on racks to dry overnight!:lol:

This picture just works on every level for me including the frame!

:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

The Matt

21-02-2009, 07:23

yum yum yum! Nice arrangement and well composed. I wonder if they'd benefit from some light shone on the front row. You could use a desk lamp or something silver/white to reflect the natural light,

dizzy

21-02-2009, 17:39

Lovely idea! And that's coming from someone who hates Jellybabies with a passion... I think the reflector on to the front row would have really helped to lift the detail, but that's just nit picking. Another great shot!!

Daysleeper40

22-02-2009, 08:37

Great idea for "Crowds" - always good to see something a bit different and the trials and tribulations of what at first seems like a good idea are very familiar to me! I used smarties for my crowd shot... they melt and leak colour over your nice white background if you're not careful :bang:

The black one also looks too dark / no detail to me but I'm pretty sure that will be my monitor.

corky

22-02-2009, 12:12

Excellent Idea, and a good image too....wish I had your imagination!!!

Jon

Graulges

22-02-2009, 12:41

Oh I do like that - great crowd. Only thing is that black sweet not showing up the face detail, if only it had been a bit more translucent.:thumbs:

jeangenie

22-02-2009, 21:57

Lovely idea! And that's coming from someone who hates Jellybabies with a passion...

Me too! At least we wouldn't have been tempted to eat our crowd, dizzy. :)

It's a fabulous idea and made me smile at the end of a long tiring day at the end of a long tiring week. Thank you, Marcus!

Even though I couldn't eat one - I think they have great character and have made a brilliant shot. They remind me a little of the Terracottta Warriors (not sure if that's what they're called) or little puppets waiting for someone to pull their strings. :)

Top shot for creativity and execution. :clap::clap:

Jean

jgs001

22-02-2009, 22:51

Hmmm... Yum.... Great idea and well implemented...

SimonTALM

23-02-2009, 21:23

Very good shot there, on my calibrated monitor I'm not seeing any detail in the black JB either but it is complaining that it's time for a recal. For some reason I want to throw a ball at them (yes I know it's the wrong way round) :lol:

This shot has given me an idea (think Easter Island).

Bruja

27-02-2009, 16:58

I love this Marcus - fantastic composition and creativity. :clap::clap:

And to me they look a little threatening as though they are about to march on the humans who've been eating their friends :eek::eek:

Spartacus

28-02-2009, 19:47

This week I have been very busy, so like a fool I've left things a bit late.:eek:

This shot was taken today at the mouth of the River Tamar it has mostly brand new Motor Yachts in the photo.:love:

They are manufactured here in Plymouth at Stonehouse by Princess Yachts and the boat yard is just out of view.

The ones you can see are ready to under go sea trails before going out to customers. I'm not sure of the starting price of the Yachts but they go up to and over £2,000,000...so from my point of view that real Wealth...:lol:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Princess.jpg

Things I've Learnt this Week
1. Don't let work interfere with your hobby...:lol:
2. Remember plan A+B+C will let you down...
3. Use what you have around you...it's better than you think...

wrecker1971

28-02-2009, 20:13

love the jelly babies shot.. very well done indeed:clap::clap:. and like what has already been said the black one has lost a bit of detail.

as for wealth ...... well what can i say fantastic image. even if you were not trying to show wealth you are right on with that:thumbs:

on another level the photo itself, the composition and light are really something. i love the way the line of yachts makes you follow it all the way to the building in the background and then along to the open sea.....

you actually do see the whole picture instead of just what you need to.

:clap::clap::clap:

maddog.mark

28-02-2009, 20:23

Another vote for the jelly babies shot excellent.

I like wealth too, definately portrays wealth:thumbs:

jgs001

28-02-2009, 20:47

Superb shot for Wealth, love the composition, details, sharpness and light. It fits in with the theme very well too.

Toothie

28-02-2009, 20:53

Love the jelly babies - great idea :)

The boats scream more money than sence to me

Graulges

01-03-2009, 06:42

Superb shot for Wealth, love the composition, details, sharpness and light. It fits in with the theme very well too.

:agree: Great shot. :clap:

SimonTALM

01-03-2009, 14:08

Nice shot, I think the amount of sky isn't adding anything and most of it could easily be cropped out (giving an almost panoramic shot). I definitely agree boats = wealth but can't help look at this and wonder if this is naval equivalent to the car parks full of unsold cars :lol:

Dark Star

01-03-2009, 14:13

Superb shot for Wealth, love the composition, details, sharpness and light. It fits in with the theme very well too.

Lovely image and I echo John's comments above! :thumbs:

Nothing oozes wealth like a posh yacht :D

Now one of those would take a lot of Monopoly money to buy :lol:

Bruja

01-03-2009, 14:29

Love your Wealth shot Marcus :thumbs:

Crisp, clear and a great composition. It might have last minute but it certainly hits the spot. Well done :clap::clap:

Daysleeper40

01-03-2009, 14:57

Superb shot for Wealth, love the composition, details, sharpness and light. It fits in with the theme very well too.

What he said ;)

Particularly like the composition - and the subject screams wealth to me. Thats A LOT of cash bobbing around in the sea!

dizzy

02-03-2009, 02:19

I really like this one, Marcus. I love your part of the world! Great concept for this weeks theme, well done you!!

jeangenie

03-03-2009, 11:32

Superb shot for Wealth, love the composition, details, sharpness and light. It fits in with the theme very well too.

Seems like John's said it for most all of us. :)

That's wealth on a grand scale, imo - even just one of them! Well, you'd want his'n'hers if you were very, very wealthy. :D

Jean

Spartacus

07-03-2009, 17:03

I was struggling to come up with something genuinely original for the Identity subject.

I went through lots of ideas, but as we all know by now getting them to work is a different story.

I always wanted to use my passport, but needed a twist on a very old joke...

So the caption is...

Told you my passport photo was shocking...

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/shockedpigpassport123.jpg

Re-shoot

Now this was only for fun...and it was great working with Jackson again (neighbours cat)

We came up with a plan if I bought him some food, he would support the brand...

I believe he is saying...

Coshida it’s the only one for me...

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Reshootshot03.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this week

1.Don’t worry ideas that work will come good in the end.

2. I’m starting to see more photo opportunities around the home, that’s something I was never good at before.

3.It’s taken me about a year to start to get to grips with PSE6...I know I’ve just started to scrape the surface, but it’s doing this challenge each week that make me want to push this part of my photography skills.

Dark Star

07-03-2009, 17:16

That identity shot is priceless :clap: You have positioned the passport perfectly to match the expression of horror :)

Great idea :D well executed too- I like the lighting you've achieved

If I had to be really picky I'd like to have seen a bit more thumb, looks a little cropped

Love the reshoot too :D! Should have gone to petsavers :)

Duckydoodle

07-03-2009, 17:17

The wealth shot is very good. Great interpretation :thumbs:

The identity shot is great. Lovely creative out of the box thinking. I like it a lot :clap:
Fun reshoot. Like those specs ;)

dizzy

07-03-2009, 17:56

I love the identity shot! Great idea!!

Hyster

07-03-2009, 18:58

Your identity is exceptional, really like that, funny, clever and well shot.

corky

07-03-2009, 22:14

Excellent interpretation, I like it a lot!
Jon

jgs001

07-03-2009, 22:41

:clap: very clever, funny and well shot :thumbs:

Good reshoot as well.

SimonTALM

08-03-2009, 18:04

I first only saw the Identity shot and thought that this was a combined RESHOOT of Surprise and the new theme and then I saw the cat shot :lol: You have 2 really great fun images there :clap:.

Toothie

08-03-2009, 20:00

Bruja

13-03-2009, 18:42

I love the Identity shot and I too thought it combined surprise with identity :D

Great lighting and great take on the idea. :clap::clap:

The Reshoot made me laugh out loud. No way would either of my cats sit still for that. :thumbs:

Spartacus

15-03-2009, 20:45

This week has been so hectic you wouldn’t believe...not only have I been doing my normal work but like a fool offered to decorate my sister in-laws front room this weekend...:razz:

So this is my poor effort for this week...I’ve only just took it about an hour ago...:eek:

It’s supposed to be Pearls of Wisdom...:lol:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/PearlofWisdom1.jpg

Things I’ve Learnt this week
1.Don’t volunteer to decorate at the weekend, it stops you being creative.
2.If you don’t have a backup plan then you’re in trouble.
3.You can play around with what you do have till the cows come home but it’s still going to be a pig’s ear.

Hyster

15-03-2009, 20:51

Its a beautiful image Spartacus, not sure I would have guessed the pearls of wisom but I like the image.

corky

15-03-2009, 21:01

Excellent....needs nothing more to be said!!
Jon

Toothie

15-03-2009, 21:04

Perls of wisdom excellent idea :)

Once you know the title it works very well, i think the problem is their not obviously peals, thus it isn't the first thing to come to mind. The images is lovely though :)

jamlid

15-03-2009, 21:07

What a fantastic image! How did you get such a nice blue gradient? The colours and "warmth" of the shot are spot on. As said, I didn't guess they were pearls of wisdom at first! I thought of prayer beads :)

Dark Star

15-03-2009, 21:07

Excellent....needs nothing more to be said!!
Jon

:clap::thumbs::thumbs::clap:

Yep - wonderful image!!! Wall hanger!!!

:clap::thumbs::thumbs::clap:

jgs001

16-03-2009, 08:58

Excellent image, :agree:. Wouldn't have guessed at pearls of wisdom, but that doesn't detract from a corker. Print it and hang it.

Bruja

16-03-2009, 16:04

Excellent image, :agree:. Wouldn't have guessed at pearls of wisdom, but that doesn't detract from a corker. Print it and hang it.

Same here, definitely one you could print and frame :clap::clap:

jeangenie

16-03-2009, 21:49

Never thought of Pearls of Wisdom. :bonk:

I like the idea and your interpretation. The colours are fabulous and this would look great in an advert in a glossy magazine. :clap::clap:

Definitely not a pig's ear in sight, imo. :)

Jean

dizzy

17-03-2009, 14:48

Wow! As said above, I needed your explanation to realise the pearls of wisdom link but it doesn't matter one bit to me - Beautiful image!!!

SimonTALM

17-03-2009, 18:20

I was looking for a pig's ear but all I saw was a fantastic photo :thumbs:

ScotlandTheScare

18-03-2009, 07:48

This is a very striking image - very arty! Again - not sure about pearls of wisdom, mainly cos they look more like beads than pearls... but still good thinking on the theme! I dont think the image would have worked as well if you could see the colour of the pearls etc. - I think the blue hue makess the composition stand out more strongly. I like :)

maddog.mark

19-03-2009, 18:53

It's already been said, it needs the explanation, but that's not a problem. Beautiful shot:thumbs:

Spartacus

22-03-2009, 19:13

Well another week and it's a carry on from last week with my work load at the moment...:razz:

Although saying that it was my parents 59th Anniversary this week and I took the day off to take them put for a outing to their favorite place...Weston super Mare...(notice the lack of the pier)

Well to cut a long story short I was going to photograph them holding hands...:lol:

But I saw this lovely shot in front of me and loved it from the start...:love:
I have not idea who they are or what's being said but it's a moment in time of a mother and child...

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/relationships4.jpg

Things I've Learnt the week...

1. Will be glad to get back to normal and relax with my camera.

2. Keep your eyes open and that magic moment will happen.

3. I promise to comment on the other 52s when I get a minute to myself.

Dark Star

22-03-2009, 19:22

Splendid shot Marcus - really well spotted and composed!

Point 2 is very well made and one I subscribe to!

Corking image that does the theme proud :)!

:clap:

maddog.mark

22-03-2009, 19:24

I like it, the pier does dominate the shot, which detracts from the human interaction / relationship somewhat but once you notice the human element it makes the shot. In fact you then have two relationships, mother and daughter and their relationship with the environment around them.

Top marks for what proved to be a very challenging theme.

Mark

corky

22-03-2009, 20:03

I like the take on the theme, but it does look very underexposed or too heavy on the contrast IMHO. The figures are somewhat lost. Sorry if its harsh.....not meant to be!!

jeangenie

22-03-2009, 20:48

You can't beat being in the right place at the right time, with your eyes wide open to see what's around you, and having your camera handy! :D

It's the sort of shot that should have an inspirational message printed on it.

Well done, indeed :clap::clap:

Jean

Toothie

22-03-2009, 21:00

Works for me very nicely done :thumbs:

Hyster

22-03-2009, 22:33

I think you might be the class swot for me this week, really like this image.

Its really well composed,and makes me stop and wonder what is being said.

Great effort.

jgs001

23-03-2009, 08:24

Really like it Marcus :thumbs: it's a great take on the theme.

Spartacus

28-03-2009, 14:06

Well this week I decided to put in a bit more effort with regards to information on this week’s subject...

In September 1679, John Lanyon bequeathed £300 for the use of the poor people of the new parish and for the building an Almshouse. In October 1678 the site in Green Street was conveyed, for the sum of £50 3s. When the buildings were completed in 1680, they were conveyed by Martyn and his partners to the Corporation, who held them until they were forced to hand them over to the board of Guardians in 1708 Lanyon’s bequest eventually proved insufficient to maintain the properties so some other bequests, including £100 left by Mr John Gubbs, was added to the fund.

Following the demolition of the “Old Church Twelve’s” in 1868, these Almshouses were rebuilt the following year with enlarged accommodation. They remain on the same site opposite the remains of Charles Church, although now fronting the Charles Cross roundabout rather than in the peace and quiet formerly when they were in Green Street.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/finishedpovertyusethisone2.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this Week

1.How could I have driven past these houses for years and not realised their history.

2.Sometimes you need to get out of the car and wonder around your towns/cities and appreciate what’s on your doorstep.

3.This truly put poverty in perspective for me.

dizzy

28-03-2009, 15:14

It's easy to forget when you're away from the UK how much history there is and it also makes you think about how hard life was for all but the fortunate few in the not so distant past. Well thought out take on this weeks theme, Marcus!

adrury

29-03-2009, 17:25

A very thought provoking shot, well done,

I am nearing the end of an English Degree so having the chance to test my Olde English skills was fun!!

I have heard of trust funds that were set up by local churches to help those most in need, but never houses, it made me wonder who lives there today!

The shot itself is nice and clear and has a good angle. I would have liked to see what it looked like in colour, but sometimes these things just don't work in colour and we are not supposed to post more than one. So I guess I'll just have to wonder. :D

:clap: :clap: :clap:

Toothie

29-03-2009, 21:42

Wow love the way you have presented the shot this week, very well done indeed.

BTW my Gran used to live in Bedworth Alms houses and my Aunty Lives there now, they are lovely buildings :D

Hyster

29-03-2009, 22:08

I agree with Ruth, you have presented these well, interesting background story too.

Well done.

jgs001

30-03-2009, 00:14

Excellent image Marcus, the picture is well presented, well thought out and laid out, and fits the theme really well.

There's a rich tapestry around most towns and villages in the UK, there is around here too.

kennysarmy

30-03-2009, 21:23

2.Sometimes you need to get out of the car and wonder around your towns/cities and appreciate what’s on your doorstep.

Glad you did....

Bruja

04-04-2009, 20:12

Hello Marcus, I'm back UP :D

A great set of shots :clap:

The Wisdom one, as already has been said, is a wall hanger :clap::clap::clap:

Relationships, what a gob-smacking shot. At first you don't see the people, and then, when you do, you just sit and wonder and they become the focal point. Excellent capture young man :clap::clap:

Poverty - you're right about not noticing what's around you, driving past the same stuff everyday it's just wallpaper. So not only did you give us another great shot, we got our eyes opened too. Well done you :thumbs:

And thanks for your support too :love:

jeangenie

05-04-2009, 07:16

Sorry I'm so late looking at your Poverty shot (computer 'mares!)

Like several other people have already said - the presentation is great, the concept is very thought-provoking and it illustrates the theme of Poverty to a 'T', Marcus. Very nice indeed :clap:

Jean

Daysleeper40

05-04-2009, 16:59

Relationships - fab shot and I completely agree with point 2. All too often we miss what's right in front of us!

Which brings us quite neatly to Poverty - again a great idea and I think you have presented the images in a very nice format :clap:

Spartacus

05-04-2009, 21:11

Well I've had yet another busy week so apologies for my effort this week...:gag:

I did go out today and take about 20 shots, but I didn't like very many when it came to it...:razz:

So although this won't be to everyone's taste it's the only one I had a liking for in the end...:thinking:

I know it's a bit of a cheat, but when the time you set aside for this weeks project goe's out the window what can you do...:shrug:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/7upcan_edited-14.jpg

Things I've learnt this week
1. Must fine more time...
2. Must make sure plan B is ready to step in...
3. Must make more effort for next week...

corky

05-04-2009, 21:16

Made me smile!!

jeangenie

05-04-2009, 21:26

Don't beat yourself up - I think this is a neat idea and I love the pp work. The light on the hand is great and the selective colouring works really well.

A simple idea (only obvious to someone who had the nous to think of it :bang:), good composition and full marks as far as I'm concerned. :clap::clap:

Jean

Hyster

05-04-2009, 22:07

I actually think that works really well, your being a little self critical there, I would have been really chuffed with this.

The highlight on the hand looks almost blown out on my monitor(might just be my monitor), I might have tried to pull that back in a little, other than that, I really like it, the cobbled background is good too.

Well done.

jgs001

06-04-2009, 08:40

Works for me to, good shot. I have to agree on the back of the hand, looks a little bright, but other than that :thumbs:

Toothie

06-04-2009, 11:59

I think thats great, The selective colour really works well and the "pop" on the can is great :thumbs:

Bruja

06-04-2009, 15:32

I think thats great, The selective colour really works well and the "pop" on the can is great :thumbs:

What she said :)

And stop beating yourself up :bat::bat:

I will if you will :lol:

SimonTALM

06-04-2009, 16:36

I like the composition and the DoF works nicely with the cobbles in the background :thumbs:

I don't like selective colour shots but that's just me, you've done a good job of it though :D

adrury

06-04-2009, 17:14

This gets 10/10 from me and I can (get it) quite easily imagine this shot being used as a advertisement.

I really like the selective colour thing and really must make time to try it out myself!!

excellent :clap: :clap: :clap:

dizzy

06-04-2009, 21:27

Great idea and the can really does POP! Very nicely done that man.

Dark Star

10-04-2009, 13:43

Marcus...good stuff!

Poverty: Great, great presentation :) A slice of history really well done :)

Up: D'oh why didn't I think of that :) Nice composition and great selective colouring! No self beating needed :)

Very good indeed! :thumbs:

Spartacus

12-04-2009, 21:03

Well here we go again with this weeks interpretation...:lol:

Tried a few idea's but seems I always end up with something from my earlier shots...:suspect:

I wanted to get away from the paper letter theme and try something a little different...mybe a bit to different in the end...:thinking:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/noughtsPDS_edited-13.jpg

Thing I've learnt this week

1. I find thinking outside the box much harder as we go through the weeks...:lol:

2. If your going to photograph a car badge, make sure you clean it first or you will spent 30 minutes cloning out all the dirty marks...:razz:

3. Check with the owner before you take photo's of their pride and joy, they don't understand it when a artist is at work...:D

jgs001

12-04-2009, 21:21

Excellent interpretation :thumbs: and a well taken image. Nicely out of the box too.

As for learning points 2 & 3... that sounds like the voice of experience... What did you tell the owner in the end ?

jeangenie

12-04-2009, 22:02

2. If your going to photograph a car badge, make sure you clean it first or you will spent 30 minutes cloning out all the dirty marks...:razz:

3. Check with the owner before you take photo's of their pride and joy, they don't understand it when a artist is at work...:D

Hehehehe - I can just imagine the conversation as you cleaned a stranger's car badge :lol:

Like the shot - nice and clean (no pun intended - honestly :)) and I would definitely award it 'out-of-the-box' status. :thumbs::thumbs:

Jean

Spartacus

13-04-2009, 18:27

Toothie

14-04-2009, 06:36

You have great lighting on this, and i don't think its too far out the box :clap:

Spartacus

19-04-2009, 19:57

I can only guess that last weeks effort was a bit rubbish...
only got 3 replies:thinking:

I'm not exspecting many more with this week shot either...:gag:

This has turned out to be another hard subject to product something I'm happy with...:(

So this was all I could come up with in end...:lol:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/TammarandBrunellBridgesboarder2.jpg

It's the Duo bridges to get in to Cornwall from Devon...
Brunel's design for the Royal Albert Bridge, Saltash, consists of two wrought iron trusses each spanning 465 feet and weighing 1,000 tons with a clear headway for river traffic of 100 feet. The underwater portion of the central pier is a cylinder, 35 feet in diameter, and the base is 80 feet below high water. It was opened by the Prince Consort in 1859 shortly before Brunel's death and it still carries all the rail traffic to Penzance.

The Tamar Bridge is a major road bridge at Saltash in southwest England carrying traffic between Cornwall and Devon. When it opened in 1961 it was the longest suspension bridge in the United Kingdom. In 2001 it became the world's first suspension bridge to be widened (from three to five lanes) using cantilevers, and the world's first bridge to undergo strengthening and widening work while remaining open to traffic. The five lanes are divided as follows: three lanes carry the A38 trunk road, the fourth is reserved for eastbound local traffic and the fifth for pedestrians and cyclists. Previously all traffic merged and shared the three lanes.

Construction of the Tamar Bridge began in July 1959. Before this, the lowest road crossing of the River Tamar was Gunnislake New Bridge at the village of Gunnislake. This seven-arched granite bridge was built in the early 16th century (c. 1520). It is still in use today but it is only wide enough to carry one lane of traffic. Before the Tamar Bridge was opened, most car drivers wishing to travel between Saltash (on the Cornish side) and the Devon city of Plymouth used car ferries. Today the Tamar Bridge carries approximately 40 000 vehicles every day. It is co-owned by Plymouth City Council and Cornwall County Council, and is managed by the Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry Joint Committee. A toll of GBP1.00 per car is charged when driving from Cornwall into Devon, although the price is halved using the electronic payment system. Motorcycles do not have to pay.

The Tamar Bridge is located above the Hamoaze, and runs parallel to Isambard Kingdom Brunel's Royal Albert Bridge (sometimes referred to as the Brunel Bridge) which opened in 1859 and is considered to be one of his greatest railway achievements. Both bridges offer wonderful views of the Tamar Valley and Tamar Estuary. The Tamar, Lynher and Tavy Valleys form one of England's thirty-seven Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Things I've Learnt this Week

1. I didn't like this subject much...:nono:
2. Enjoyed taking the camera out for a walk...:lol:
3. Sunny days won't make your photo's look any better when you get home...:razz:

Toothie

19-04-2009, 20:28

I like that, but i think its a bit wonky. The houses and boat really add to it imo :)

jeangenie

19-04-2009, 20:38

imho, that's an impressive shot. :clap::clap:

Where were you standing to take it - in the river? It's a great pov, and the bridges are both incredible feats of engineering. It makes me think how inaccessible Cornwall used to be.

I enjoyed reading the story behind them, and the explanation of the lane allocation reminded me of a sign which used to be on the original Menai suspension bridge in North Wales "no overtaking except bicycles by bicycles" :D

A brilliant take on the Duo theme. :thumbs:

Jean

Dark Star

19-04-2009, 20:50

Letter (still catching up): I like mucho! Simple and effective! Crystal clear and sharp! Lovely!

DuO: very varied interpretations this week and this is no exception! Loverly! Could do with a tiny straighten as Ruth says but an impressive piece of architecture from a great viewpoint nonetheless! :thumbs:

I agree with you as well - tricky subject this week!

Hyster

19-04-2009, 20:51

Great idea mate, shore line could use a little tweak to straighten it but other than that its a fine image that fits the theme well.

adrury

19-04-2009, 21:23

Apologies Spartacus, with having an essay, my replies are hit and miss and sometimes I do miss people.

Letter. This is a great shot, the silver letters are crystal clear (something I am struggling with at the mo) and the background is brilliant white giving an overal crisp finish :clap: :clap:

Duo. Another excellent shot, beautifully clear and great colours. I tried to see if it was wonky, but if you straighten one bit it seems as though another bit would be. I had a similar problem with a pic of mine recently. :clap: :clap: :clap:

jgs001

19-04-2009, 22:29

I really like that, the bridges fit the theme nicely, and the point of view is superb. It took me a moment or three to work out where the left hand bridge ended up though :lol:

Shorty

20-04-2009, 09:51

I always manage to miss someone's entry, each week when someone is posting an entry I suddenly think to myself 'not seen that name before' and for some reason miss over the threads completely - sorry.

Really liked your shot last week, and this week's was spot on the theme and you can't ask for more!
I also like the perspective you've taken on this shot/the bridges :thumbs:

Spartacus

20-04-2009, 09:51

Thanks for the nice replies, but I'm not happy with my effort this week...:(

It's such a great location and I've not done it justice...I only live just over a mile from here so It should have been much better...:razz:

Has for it needing a straighten:bonk:...it's wonky...(must learn to stand on both legs when taking photo's...:lol:)

Bruja

20-04-2009, 16:13

Hi Marcus, I'm back :D

I love your take on the letter theme, clear and sharp and if you pronounce them altogether you get the Spanish sound for U, so two letters for the price of one :naughty::clap:

As for Duo, you are being hard on yourself again. It's not your best shot but it's one I'd be happy with (and if you got down there with your camera more often ......)

And I totally agree with learning point 3 :lol::lol::lol:

SimonTALM

22-04-2009, 20:55

Letter - It's a great twist and a stunning shot.

Duo - A good shot in difficult lighting, but as said it is slightly squiff.

dizzy

24-04-2009, 00:53

I really like this one. Very nice indeed. I bet you could have some fun getting some mono shots round there...

Spartacus

25-04-2009, 12:00

Well this has turned out to be a great subject to get your teeth in to...:D

You could have anything from beer to food...:naughty:

In the end I ended up with a hobby that you really do get a longing for a little nibble...:lol:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/singleshotfishing1.jpg

Things I've learnt this week...

1. Don't be shy to ask a total stranger if they would mine having their photograph taken...:nono:

2. Some people more friendlier than they look...:lol:

3. I'm back having fun with my camera again...:woot:

Daysleeper40

25-04-2009, 16:34

Hyster

25-04-2009, 22:07

ooh I like this one

That was the first thought that jumped into my head, great interpretation of the theme.

I might have tried to throw the background out of focus but other than that, very good.

jgs001

25-04-2009, 22:51

Very nice shot, well processed (mono works well) and good for the theme too. Much braver than I.

Shorty

26-04-2009, 06:39

This is a good shot! :thumbs:
I agree with John, it suits mono too! I can't imagine this shot in colour.

Dark Star

26-04-2009, 07:13

Thats a good 'un Marcus, nicely composed and shot! And good on you for asking the guy :)

Mono does suit this one - has a more photojournalistic feel :)

Spartacus

26-04-2009, 09:06

ooh I like this one - and well done you for asking a stranger to pose... I know I'd chicken out!

I think the composition is good - the only thing I would do differently is bring the man over slightly to the right (so he is more on the third) to make him more prominant. I agree but a small confession...I managed to take it slightly wonky and after last weeks effort I couldn't let that happen again...:lol: so straightened it and lost the chance to move him forward anymore.As it is the chain fence is sort of leading my eye past him into the background rather than to him.

Like the B&W treatment too - well done :clap:

Thank you...

That was the first thought that jumped into my head, great interpretation of the theme.

I might have tried to throw the background out of focus(Same again I agree but it was fully open at F4.0 and it's not enough to throw it out of focus)

but other than that, very good.

Thank you...

This is a good shot! :thumbs:
I agree with John, it suits mono too! I can't imagine this shot in colour.

Thank you

Very nice shot, well processed (mono works well) and good for the theme too. Much braver than I.

Many thanks...but to be honest the worst he could say was no...or throw me in the sea...:lol:

Thats a good 'un Marcus, nicely composed and shot! And good on you for asking the guy :)

Mono does suit this one - has a more photojournalistic feel :)

Thank you John and thank you everyone who leave good/bad opions about my 52s it is truly the only way to to see if your improving over the weeks... and after all that's something we all want in the end...:thumbs:

maddog.mark

26-04-2009, 14:23

Yep I like this it just works, which is good. Glad to hear you're enjoying getting out with the camera again.

Mark

jeangenie

26-04-2009, 14:34

Congratulations on this! It's very photo-journalist in mood, the mono treatment's perfect for it and your 'model' does indeed have a look of 'longing' for a catch.

It's great to hear you're out and having fun with your camera again - and taking a terrific leap out of your comfort zone to ask a complete stranger!

Excellent stuff. :thumbs::thumbs:

Jean

adrury

27-04-2009, 15:27

corky

27-04-2009, 19:29

:agree:

Toothie

27-04-2009, 20:00

thats fantastic mate, great composition and the processing really suits :)

Bruja

28-04-2009, 18:53

This one has reeled me in :lol: so meets the theme well.

The monoconversion is perfect for this and once you get over the fear (as you have) you find most people are really happy to comply. As has already been said, very photojournalistic, although I agree the fisherman would have been better placed a litlle more to the right but asking that as well was probably a step too far :lol: (sorry, just getting in a few puns of my own :D) :clap::clap:

kennysarmy

01-05-2009, 11:40

Longing: very classy - really like this one :)

Spartacus

03-05-2009, 21:32

Well for me the reshoot was an obvious choice after the poor effort at the Duo on week 15.

I hope I’ve managed to get over the beauty of this location. We had a celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the opening of the Royal Albert Bridge this weekend so it all the more special.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/reshoot001tammarbridge2.jpg

Dark

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/latestshootstoday0420003.jpg

Again thought I had plenty of time with this easy subject....:(

Didn’t allow for taking the other half away till Sunday...:eek:

So this miserable shot is all I could come up with...yes I know, rubbish but it fits the theme (sort of) The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd (yes there is a vinyl record in the sleeve) and of course Darth Vader and that definitely the Dark Side...:lol:

Things I’ve learnt this week

1.Stop leaving it till the last minute to get your main theme sorted out...:nono:

2.It’s great having a re-shoot so you get another bite of the cherry...:clap:

3.Just because it’s a Bank Holiday, don’t think you got all the time in the world...:thumbsdown:

Hyster

03-05-2009, 21:38

Your reshoot is superb, You have really taken the crit on board and knocked this out of the park, very, very well done.

Your Dark image is fine, a slightly more dramatic pose for Darth may have been good, works well as it is though.

Did I mention I liked your reshoot?:eek::thumbs:

jgs001

03-05-2009, 22:03

I liked the original of duo, but this is just so far and away streaks ahead of it, superb.

I really like Dark... I recognised it all straight away and if fits the theme really well (I had all those Star Wars toys, wish I knew what had happened to them :D)

SimonTALM

04-05-2009, 11:43

Longing - Really like that shot, the B&W treatment is fantastic, can't add anything more than has already been said.

Reshoot - Much better althought it does seem a little dark to me.

Dark - :lol: great imagination and stunning lighting on Darth.

adrury

04-05-2009, 17:12

I too liked your Duo shot the first time, but this reshoot is soooo much better. The clouds are good the level at which your standing is good and the grass/plants add some interest in the foreground. I didn't notice the first time, but both bridges have duo's in that the posts/supports are in two also.
Great shot :clap: :clap:

Dark is also a good shot. The lighting on the figure is spot on, giving just enough light to give detail, but not too much to be light. The background isn't quite doing it for me, although I'm not sure why! (sorry that probably isn't very helpful)

well done though for two good shots. :clap::clap:

corky

04-05-2009, 18:22

I think you've nailed both themes this week. :clap::clap:

Jon

Bruja

05-05-2009, 21:37

Loving your reshoot :love: :clap::clap::clap:

Dark - I wondered if someone would do Dark Side of the Moon and you haven't disappointed and the Lighting on DV is fantastic. I wonder what it would look like if the Album was in focus - maybe detract from DV but I don't think so. But that's just a minor crit from personal taste because I love the album cover so much. Well done sir, and well done for getting a reshoot in too.

Great shots :clap::clap:

Toothie

06-05-2009, 19:24

Both fantastic, the compostion on the reshoot is fantastic and the b/g for dark is genius imo :thumbs:

Spartacus

10-05-2009, 19:43

So here we go again another week and I’ve managed to get something in on time.

I seem to be making a habit of leaving thing last minute. I really am struggling to find the time just at the moment with a million things that take preference from my finishing my week’s task.

Still it’s the same for all of us I guess, but it’s not getting any easier as the weeks go by.

Maybe you too have notice the amount of people dropping out as we go. I had a list of people that I would comment on but that getting smaller.

Well here’s my effort for this week nothing special, but it’s a very simple carving that was given to my wife sometime ago, but the more I look at it the more I love the simple lines that draw you in.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/fig3.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this week

1. It’s good to still be here at Week 18.
2. What did I ever do before these 52s?
3. Hope next week is a bit easier.

maddog.mark

10-05-2009, 21:02

I think you've done well here. The lighting and clean b/g really add to the simplicity of the theme. Well done for keeping going.

Mark

Hyster

10-05-2009, 22:29

I've looked at this over and over and I can't find anything to crit about it, superb shot.

Love the colour of the background, the lighting, the shape of the statue.

Starting to see you bring more to the table week on week, keep it up mate.

jeangenie

10-05-2009, 22:49

Catch up time, for me. I'm sorry I managed to miss your reshoot and week 17, so here goes:

Duo reshoot: I loved your first shot of this, ... and I love this one, too. It's a totally different perspective and I like the dramatic sky, although a clear blue sky would, imo, make it a strong candidate for a postcard or tourism publicity brochure! Very nice indeed :clap:

Dark: The Dark side of the Moon :bonk: I thought of the title, but couldn't think of a way to illustrate it in a photograph. Well done - perfect take on the theme. :thumbs:

Week 18 Simple:

I've looked at this over and over and I can't find anything to crit about it, superb shot.

Love the colour of the background, the lighting, the shape of the statue.

Starting to see you bring more to the table week on week, keep it up mate.

I can't say it better than that. Spot on. :clap::clap:

Jean

jgs001

11-05-2009, 16:35

I have to say, Hyster has hit it on the head perfectly.. Excellent shot :thumbs: (not sure why you think you've turned in a poor one this week, that's based on your comment on mine..)

Daysleeper40

11-05-2009, 18:45

I missed your Dark & reshoot shots - how rude! :bonk:

Re-shoot - Lovely composition and a great perspective on the scene. Even the foreground stuff is interesting - the more I look at it the more I like :clap:

Dark - love the lighting on the figure and it's a great take on the theme.

Simple - another great shot - love the graduation of light to dark in the background and there is nothing not to like about the subject itself.

Two great weeks - can't wait to see what you do for Linear!

Shorty

11-05-2009, 22:32

Oooooh, good shot, love the blue BG and the lighting on this, very nice! :clap:
Well done

Toothie

11-05-2009, 22:38

nice form and shape with great lighting and a bg that really suits :D

Bruja

12-05-2009, 00:02

Another great shot from you sir :clap::clap::clap:

Simple clean lines and the lighting and graduated background are spot on :thumbs:

You just keep on delivering the goods :clap:

Dark Star

12-05-2009, 21:13

Youe reshoot is fabulous for duo - shows the two bridges off to great effect!

Dark - two dark icons in one shot - splendid! Great idea well executed :)

Simple - what a lovely piece of art that is - love it! and you've captured it sooo well!

Truly a lovely and simple shot :D

adrury

13-05-2009, 08:50

Simply stunning. Background, use of light and shadow, placement, clarity, colour all spot on. well done. :clap: :clap: :clap:

corky

13-05-2009, 14:05

I have to say, Hyster has hit it on the head perfectly.. Excellent shot :thumbs: (not sure why you think you've turned in a poor one this week, that's based on your comment on mine..)

:agree: well done

Spartacus

17-05-2009, 10:39

Thank you for the very positive response for last week’s theme Simple.

I’m still having a problem assessing my photography for these 52s each week.

I have so many idea’s I’d like to do but find either time or skill (sometime both) don’t allow.

So when I do put in my photo I’m never really that happy with it... :(

Please tell me I’m not the only one to think this about their photography...:suspect:

Anyway on with this week’s shot...glad I wasn’t using my old 35mm film camera or I think the cost of film alone would have had me remortgaging...:lol:

This is what I settled for in the end...:razz:

But it fits the themes and that’s what counts in the end.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Linear.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this week

1.Stop being so arty and wasting time on rubbish ideas...:bang:

2.If you’re struggling with a shot walk away and come back later if you still think it’s worth it.:thinking:

3.Try not to be so self critical of your own work.:nono:

corky

17-05-2009, 11:02

I’m still having a problem assessing my photography for these 52s each week.

I have so many idea’s I’d like to do but find either time or skill (sometime both) don’t allow.

So when I do put in my photo I’m never really that happy with it... :(

Please tell me I’m not the only one to think this about their photography...:suspect:

Things I’ve learnt this week

1.Stop being so arty and wasting time on rubbish ideas...:bang:

2.If you’re struggling with a shot walk away and come back later if you still think it’s worth it.:thinking:

3.Try not to be so self critical of your own work.:nono:

Thank goodness you've summed up what I often feel about the 52, I'm very rarely happy with the results as I find finding the time difficult to say the least....anyway, good to know i'm in company. Todays shot is something you should be proud of, on theme and good composition to boot :clap: :clap:

Toothie

17-05-2009, 12:53

I see great minds think alike, nicely done :)

adrury

17-05-2009, 14:42

Hyster

17-05-2009, 16:49

Well composed and fits the theme well Marcus.

Works well.

Dark Star

17-05-2009, 17:01

You are difinitely not the only one to think this way!!

Lovely composition this week and glad you decided to go with this idea. The colours within the picture are very nice on the eye too. well done :clap: :clap: :clap:

:agree:

Colours and composition make this work well :)

The two elements I love about this are the vanishing point tucked over to the left and that row of white houses on the right holds some kind of fascination for me :thinking:..thus balancing the image :)

Nice one! :thumbs:

Shorty

17-05-2009, 18:38

Great shot, fits the theme perfectly!!

And I think the same of mine, don't worry - although you have no reason to! :thumbs:

Bruja

17-05-2009, 18:44

Thank goodness you've summed up what I often feel about the 52, I'm very rarely happy with the results as I find finding the time difficult to say the least....anyway, good to know i'm in company.

I agree completely with what you are saying about self assessment. I really like a picture until I post it then think OMG surely you can do better than that!

I love the perspective of this picture, leading you to the bridge at the end than the eye sweeping back past the houses. The only thing I would have liked to see was a bit more atmosphere in the sky, but where are the clouds when you need them :shrug:. But that's just a minor niggle.

Well done sir :clap::clap::clap:

maddog.mark

17-05-2009, 19:47

You're definatley not alone, I have the same thoughts about my own photography. Just lately I've had a few people complimenting me on my pictures, I really struggle with it as I can't often see it myself. :shake:

On to your shot, I like it, the composition is good and there is enough interest in the picture to keep the eye interested. :clap:

Mark:thumbs:

jeangenie

17-05-2009, 22:18

I’m still having a problem assessing my photography for these 52s each week.

I have so many idea’s I’d like to do but find either time or skill (sometime both) don’t allow.

So when I do put in my photo I’m never really that happy with it... :(

Please tell me I’m not the only one to think this about their photography...:suspect:

Things I’ve learnt this week

1.Stop being so arty and wasting time on rubbish ideas...:bang:

2.If you’re struggling with a shot walk away and come back later if you still think it’s worth it.:thinking:

3.Try not to be so self critical of your own work.:nono:

Hehehe - I was going to say - you're not alone in not being able to assess your own photos - there are 2 of us!! But it seems we occupy a crowded space. :lol: It always amazes me when people look at their work and think it's perfect - there's always something to learn. :)

Don't stop being 'arty' though - it's the experiements that may not work that push us forwards, and constructive criticism by anyone is a learning opportunity. Even self-criticism (constructive, of course!) :)

This week's shot is excellent. For me it's the composition that makes it - textbook vanishing points in particular. :thumbs::thumbs: I also like the strong horizonal line of the bridge.

Jean

jgs001

17-05-2009, 23:05

I'm another one who isn't happy with most of the images I produce (not just the 52, although that more often then most)...

As for Linear, it works really well, the lines are strong, good work :thumbs:

Daysleeper40

18-05-2009, 18:50

Hehehe - I was going to say - you're not alone in not being able to assess your own photos - there are 2 of us!! But it seems we occupy a crowded space. :lol:

Is there room for one more :D

In a way it's good to think this way as it will spur us all on to bigger and better things... and hopefully taking part in this project will help us keep the motivation going.

I think your shot works very well for the theme and I love how you've caught the colour of the sky :clap:

Oh and please don't stop being arty - isn't there a saying that goes along the lines of "I didn't fail the test, I just found 100 ways to do it wrong". I'm working on the basis that by getting it wrong 100 time I am learning and one day I might just find the way to get it right. That will be a good day :)

dizzy

19-05-2009, 03:35

I agree with everyone else here, Marcus! Great stuff this week. I think you know what I'm going to say though, this would look great in black and white...

Spartacus

19-05-2009, 10:59

No no no :nono:

That's one thing I never would consider for this shot, it's the lovely sky for me that made me put in this shot, yes a bit more cloud would have been nice. But this was a photo I didn't want to play around with too much...oh and by the way many thanks to you all having the same doubts...:lol:

Spartacus

24-05-2009, 19:54

It was our Plymouth Half Marathon today so thought it would be the perfect opportunity to get so real Emotion in the faces of all the competitors. I couldn’t decide which shots to leave out so please forgive me but I’ve put in three but I’ve down sized two of them.

Anticipation

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Anticipation.jpg

Happy

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Happy.jpg

Miserable

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/Miserable.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this week
1.Its fun doing street photography, if a little scary at first.
2.If you take too many shots it’s going to be impossible to get just one you like.
3.People pull the funniest faces while running.

corky

24-05-2009, 19:59

No 3 for me regarding the theme, but no 2 for enjoyment;)

maddog.mark

24-05-2009, 20:04

Number 3 for me too, best shot of the set I think.

jeangenie

25-05-2009, 10:02

I like all three - for different reaons.

#1 - I like the way you've filled the frame with runners - they could be anywhere, they're just running. You've caught so many different expressions and emotions, and dof and focus are spot on.

#2 - They're having fun - and you've captured it beautifully.

#3 - Ahh, doesn't your heart go out to this little chap. Again, very well captured.

What a great set - and each one made me smile. :clap::clap::clap:

Jean

Daysleeper40

25-05-2009, 10:08

Nice set!

1. I like how you've filled the frame, this shot is literally FULL of different emotions.

2. Great fun shot - gives a real feeling of the spirit of the day.

3. Pick of the bunch for me - although without the other two it would lack context.

Toothie

25-05-2009, 10:48

The pic you have chosen shows a wide range of emotions but i have to say i love the kiddy, they have such great expressions and you have caught it well :D

Dark Star

25-05-2009, 10:52

Ah its all been said above Marcus - three great shots - they each could have been great individual shots for this weeks theme

But for me #2 exudes sooo much happiness :) and #3 the exact reverse and both take equal prizes in this trio! :clap:

adrury

25-05-2009, 15:37

Well no wonder you had trouble choosing which to put in, because they are all fantastic shots!!

I think number one is my favourite because of the differing emotions in the crowd, and it is one of those where's wally shots that each time you look at it you see something you hadn't noticed before. I also love the colours that the crowd give this image. super :clap: :clap:

Hyster

25-05-2009, 23:08

Now your just showing off! Any one of them would fit the bill but the first is the pic for me, love the colour and how you have created a sea of faces with nothing to distract or break the flow of the pic, superb shot.

jgs001

26-05-2009, 10:37

Any would work perfectly for the theme, and all three are great photos... that's such an awesome stomp in #3 though.. that would be my pick.

Spartacus

31-05-2009, 12:18

Blimey this has turned out a lot more thought provoking then I first thought...:thinking:

I was getting a bit bogged down with what to do and found this subject very hard to get to grips with...:gag:

Hope this is going to be ok for this week’s theme...:(

A very complex and beautiful thing to me is to see birds flying with what appears with so very little effort.:)

So my Complex is a very important component of how they can achieve this...

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/theme6.jpg

It’s been another tough week so well done to everyone for sticking with the 52s...:thumbs:

Hyster

31-05-2009, 20:24

Very strong shot Marcus, my first though was how you could have lost the shadow but I think the pic would have been poorer with out it.

I like this a lot, very well done Sir.

Toothie

31-05-2009, 20:25

very nice you have picked out the detail very well :D

corky

31-05-2009, 21:55

Excellent, and so simple :clap: :clap:

jgs001

01-06-2009, 08:22

Well done Marcus. A simple shot of a very complex component of a complex mechanism. I like it :clap:

Dark Star

01-06-2009, 20:52

Magnificent in both concept and execution! Such a simple representation of complex!

Great detail , well lit and well composed

:clap::clap::clap:

kennysarmy

01-06-2009, 21:14

Emotion:
Love the 1st one....nothing beats a photo frame filled to the edges like that...brilliant.

Complex:
A great idea for the theme...well executed

maddog.mark

01-06-2009, 21:49

Magnificent in both concept and execution! Such a simple representation of complex!

Great detail , well lit and well composed

:clap::clap::clap:

I can only agree with Johns comments, well done sir:thumbs:

jeangenie

01-06-2009, 22:35

I can only agree with Johns comments, well done sir:thumbs:

I agree, too. Beautiful shot. :)

Jean

Bruja

02-06-2009, 15:26

Hi Marcus

Emotion - I love them all but for me No1 is the best. Edge to edge emotion and such great colours and clarity :clap::clap::clap:

Complex - for someone who was struggling and blowing raspberries at me you have produced a stunning shot. If I had one I'd take my hat off to you :lol::lol:

Great shots, just as I've come to expect from you :love:

Shorty

02-06-2009, 16:10

Very nicely shot, and lit :clap: fits the theme!

Spartacus

06-06-2009, 15:31

It’s been a better week for me this week so I’ve managed to get in my shot earlier than of late...:D

This is something that I’ve wanted to do for a while now and although it not the best picture I’ve ever taken it is one that I enjoyed doing...:love:

To me this is what the 52s are about; trying out things you don’t do normally or never tried...:nuts:

So this shot is a Time lap’s photo with 8 shots in one, as I said not perfect by any standard but something very new to me...:eek:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/marcus1956/candelshot3.jpg

Things I’ve learnt this week

1.Try something new and your be presently surprised...;)

2. Birthday candles burn very quickly so don’t hang around playing with setting after you have lit it...:nono:

3.Leave at least one candle for the main shoot...:thumbs: