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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/8/2005 1:16:09 PM
I like this kind of subject, hints of former glories in the dereliction, makes me wonder how long wit will remain here rusting away or if will come to some use through canibalising or recycling. The strong colour cast is a bit unsuitable to this eye, but that's your choice and it's a great slide. Ian
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Photo By: Wayne Harridge
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/5/2005 6:42:31 AM
CB, at 50mm you could get knocked over as he swings that guitar around. Terrific moment captured, classic stuff.
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| Photo By: Carlheinz Bayer
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/3/2005 3:45:15 PM
Lovely scene of simple life in a beautiful place. At first sight they look mlike holiday chalets but then you realise they are residential buildings for people who no doubt depend on the lake for their livelihood. The scan looks a bit flat but that can be improved as I'm sure the original slide will be fine. Try putting up at www.trekearth.com too where it would be well received.
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| Photo By: Kursat Oner
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/3/2005 2:59:46 PM
Hi Len, that song just makes me think of Birmingham City, not pleasant for a Villa fan!
The shot is well composed and a nice local record but something happened in the sky, but then I notice the digitised effect has come out all claret and blue, sweet irony!
Cheers, Ian
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| Photo By: Len Webster
(K:25714)
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/3/2005 2:54:48 PM
I like how the downward aspect of her face mimics that of the little dolls, she seems completely absorbed by them and clutches them with such tenderness.
Ian
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| Photo By: Pat Fruen
(K:12076)
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/3/2005 2:47:44 PM
A cow that thinks it's a bull that thinks it's a horse. No wonder the pony looks unimpressed. Would make a great pub sign for a pub called the Horse & Cow. Nice moment.
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| Photo By: Valon Ndreca
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/3/2005 7:54:08 AM
Still climbing trees Waldemar?
Just like boys to find somewhere like that to sit. Not a great footballing surface, although of course Brazilians can play anywhere!
Lots of interest, nice splash of colour against the roots and earth, very well composed, image quality looks a bit shaky but most importantly there is a great story told. Congrat on BIP, Ian
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| Photo By: waldemar ebner filho
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/2/2005 11:10:45 PM
Angelo, she can't be British, she hasn't got a tattoo above her, well, let's say on her lower back! The guy seems to be taking notice of the 'chapel hat pegs' so clearly visible in these weather conditions.
Now Angelo, what next, some upskirt shots? Are you turning into Lucas?
btw the Henri reference is perfect, great street photography. Cheers, Ian
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| Photo By: Angelo Villaschi
(K:49617)
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/2/2005 6:15:29 PM
The image has me exploring all over for seams but it looks straight out of the camera and has wonderful lines, reflections, the figure gives what might pass for human interest especially with the posture yet in a skeletal form similar form to the lines of the building. Terrific.
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| Photo By: jan thomassen
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
8/1/2005 6:50:34 AM
Gertud, your portrait style is so distinctive, quite unique, instantly recognisable. The reason I think is party technical, the high perspective you often take, the toning, partly subject, your models always have understated beauty, the clothing is always simple and very feminine, and mostly you have an ability to capture fleeting expressions, a moment when you can see deep into the eyes and to the soul. Great whenever your work is recognbised with an award here. Well done.
Ian
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| Photo By: Gertrud Gozner
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/31/2005 11:12:26 PM
Great arrangement here Vadim, all that black and silver combines well against the wood (must be veneer if it's 80s). The camera looks pristine, what do you need that D70 for? Oh yeah, to take pics of the Contax. Good job and perfect stock photography. Cheers, Ian
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| Photo By: Vadim Melamedov
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/31/2005 12:34:37 PM
Angelo, many times I tried to write something on your previous tribute photo for Jean, many times I didn't press enter? Why? No words were adequate to express the horror, the injustice, the senselessness, the shame, the frustration, the anger. Then you hear the Blair twins, Sir Ian's unconvincing apology and clear lack of any sympathy (resign, Sir Ian? No?), and Tony's continuance of habiual lying when asked if he had personally authorised a shoot to kill policy ('I honestly can't remember if it ever came across my desk'). Honestly, Tony? The subsequent success of the police operation only makes this action look ever more senseless. I am deeply saddened by other events in London, Egypt, Turkey, and elsewhere and as you said, suicide bombings are an everyday event now in Iraq, maybe 30 or so dead EVERY DAY, and yet desperate people still line up every day for the chance of a job, to vote, to help themselves and their families, with no protection whatsoever. That's defiance.
I am pleased you have recorded and left us warm reminder of Jean's presence and absence, which lacks bitterness and revenge, and gives hope that the humanity of the majority can prevail.
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| Photo By: Angelo Villaschi
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/30/2005 11:59:42 PM
This really is masterful Roberto, technically excellent, a great choice of subject and perspective, hardly need say more except congrats. Ian
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| Photo By: Roberto Arcari Farinetti
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/29/2005 9:59:53 PM
Gabry, these are fantastic aero photos Gabry. It's not easy to make such fantastic composition as this whilst panning the subject.
Maybe you would like to post them at an aero site I like which is www.jetphotos.net where I think these would be very popular images and of great interest to aero enthusiasts. The lens looks to be very good. Ian
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| Photo By: Gabriella Carta
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/28/2005 8:14:29 PM
Even at 200mm you would have been quite close to these birds without scaring them away, and you took a great perspective isolating them both against the sunset sky. I like how they fill the frame each looking in opposite directions.
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| Photo By: Satori 77
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 5:41:41 PM
A very interesting shot of still raw nature,I like the clouds in contrast with the upward smoke eminating from the volcano. A lot of noise though Alison, especially through the sky, maybe a compression problem? I would like to see Antigua. I was in Guatemala City once on business and always wanted to go back, I remember some of the local art was fantastic, also Jade jewellery from the Antigua area? Ian
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| Photo By: Alison DuFlon
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 10:32:44 AM
Make that nearly 60 years ago (why don't we have a comment edit function?)
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| Photo By: John Beavin
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 10:23:43 AM
Wow John, that's great, I simply didn't imagine you would be old enough. Fabulous to be able to share a photo you took nearly 50 years ago. Terrific archive stuff and so good to see your passion for these aircraft and photography has never abated through the years. Much respect. Ian
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| Photo By: John Beavin
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 9:52:12 AM
Gone up to 12!http://www.hawkertempest.se/today.htm
Amazing and comforting in a way to find people recording these things.
Ian
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| Photo By: John Beavin
(K:4477)
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 9:45:22 AM
Surely not taken by you John? What's the story, how did you unearth the photo? Very interesting piece of aero and wartime nostalgia.
It seems there are a handful of Tempests still in existence, this site suggests there are 8 in the world.
www.warbirdsofindia.com/ovtempest
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| Photo By: John Beavin
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 9:34:34 AM
This is quite an unusual hibiscus shot, with the stamen protruding from the gently folded petals. A good find and well taken shot.
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| Photo By: painsama
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/27/2005 7:21:49 AM
The deep corpulant red shifts this from being a plain botanical abstract into something altogether more interpretive, a wicked orgiastic living tangle. Pretty strong work Kessia, great observation and editing. Ian
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| Photo By: Kessia & Morgan UVA
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 11:08:34 PM
This is immense Ian. I like how it fans out from the corner and the subtle changes in tone. Mostly though it just has a defiant, untamed look as if the earth is saying no matter what you do to me I'll always be here and will always take back what is mine.
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| Photo By: Ian McIntosh
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 10:49:00 PM
I'm a sucker for this kind of rusty detail. Perhaps a shave off the left side would be good but it's such a great subject, and you have a great skill for rendering colours and exposure with impact, without overdoing it. Melanie, I see your portfolio and it's a mystery why you're not getting more attention to your work. It will come I'm sure. Ian
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| Photo By: Melanie Peters
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 10:43:16 PM
That's a terrific shot Melanie, the angle you chose is superb giving great graphic and dynamic lines within a documentary shot. The contrasty exposure is superb, as is the clarity, and the colours are deep without being oversaturated. In short, what a great shot! Why no more comments?
Ian
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| Photo By: Melanie Peters
(K:2248)
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 10:38:55 PM
I have these in my garden, and I know they're quite difficult to photograph well so this is a nice job, if perhaps a bit over sharpened. Good seeing this from SA too.
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| Photo By: Todd Wedgworth
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 10:35:03 PM
That yard must be alive with flying buzzing things, looks so peaceful to stroll around in. It's nice to see and share something so simple and personal from your home. Great minds and all that:
http://www.usefilm.com/image/282320.html
Ian
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| Photo By: Gayle's Eclectic Photos
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 10:25:36 PM
Majestic it is Gayle. How did I manage to miss this? Been asleep lately. I notice your more recent images have been quite emotively dark and this stands out in your portfolio like a huge emphatic full stop. The BIP is equally emphatic and I'm pleased for you as I know what something so simple can mean to us. Funny, on this site, it seems to really count, on others I care not. What you've managed to achieve here is like a movie still, an evocation of daring and exploratory times, and you do justice to the work of those who painstakingly restore these vessels. Great job Gayle, and congrats. Ian
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| Photo By: Gayle's Eclectic Photos
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/26/2005 9:38:32 AM
Hi Michael, this has so much serenity and good karma, she is sitting in a way you only seem to see students do! I like how she has chosen the natural spotlight to illuminate her work and the implication that is more uplifting than slaving under a lamp. You will love the ME Super, one of the best ever, recommend get another body off eBay as back up and to run maybe a faster film through for when you need it. Also find a good repairman in your area. A great decision to learn the ropes with a manual film camera, as you participate on here don't get phased by the odd shot which fails to hit the spot, there will be many and it doesn't make them bad. Shoot for you, then if others like it that's great. You clearly have the motivation and the eye so, with a great camera, and maybe access to a film/slide scanner and a bit of software skill, we should see interesting results. Thanks so much for your insightful comment too, appreciated. Cheers, Ian
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| Photo By: Michael Hilliard
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Critique By:
Ian Crean (K:14866)
7/25/2005 11:37:51 PM
Self portraiture is difficult and I know you've been trying different things with it, it takes a lot of self perception not just narcism to pull of genuine emotion, like self direction in a movie. The melancholy feel comes through from the eyes especially. Deserved SC for your efforts Stace, well done. Ian
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| Photo By: Stace Walker
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