Lots-O-Lamina

Angelo · June 17, 2006

I've never done this before but I'm asking for your help selecting the shot I should run with for ch. 67. You'll see I've exercised some creative license in interpreting the definitions of plate; sheet; layer & blade.

All comments and critiques welcome and encouraged. Thank you.

1. Calder:

2. Calder in color:

3. Graffitti Lamina:

4. Gate:

5. Grate:

saurora · June 17, 2006

Angelo, nice work! I'm leaning towards #2, but if you don't mind, I have a suggestion. I would like to see the metal in a warmer, color. Say copper? What plug-ins are you using? Virtual Photographer has a great copper. You would have to fill in the sky as it will come out white. I would lean towards an aquamarine colored sky...just my 2 cents. I also like the graffiti, but I think the metal is a stronger subject. You're on your way!!! Great ideas.

retro · June 17, 2006

#2 is a great shot, strong composition and beautiful blue tones

Malte · June 17, 2006

I like the grafitti one!

Malte

sayntbrigid · June 17, 2006

I Voted

clap

That Poll idea is a GREAT one Angelo.....I think I will borrow that idea for the next challenge if its ok with you

LCD · June 17, 2006

I like your creative slant on the theme!

Looks like I'm the only one to choose #1 so far, but I like the bold of the b&w and think it is a good match for the subject.

Looking forward to see which you go with.

Good luck!

Angelo · June 17, 2006

saurora wrote:

Angelo, nice work! I'm leaning towards #2, but if you don't mind, I have a suggestion. I would like to see the metal in a warmer, color. Say copper? What plug-ins are you using? Virtual Photographer has a great copper. You would have to fill in the sky as it will come out white. I would lean towards an aquamarine colored sky...just my 2 cents. I also like the graffiti, but I think the metal is a stronger subject. You're on your way!!! Great ideas.

Hey Saurora, thanks for the input. The only plug-in I ever use is my blender, to make margaritas... (ba da bing)

No seriously, I'm not very good with PS. My #2 is virtually original out of the camera; just a tad of levels to bring out depth of contrast. Since the raw metal is not so exciting I thought B/W might be better... hence #1.

Angelo · June 17, 2006

retro wrote:

#2 is a great shot, strong composition and beautiful blue tones

Thank you very much

Angelo · June 17, 2006

Malte wrote:

I like the grafitti one!

Malte

And I thank you also.

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Angelo · June 17, 2006

sayntbrigid wrote:

I Voted clap
That Poll idea is a GREAT one Angelo.....I think I will borrow that idea for the next challenge if its ok with you

thanks brig

the poll idea is certainly not new nor my creation... go for it!

Angelo · June 17, 2006

LCD wrote:

I like your creative slant on the theme!
Looks like I'm the only one to choose #1 so far, but I like the bold of the b&w and think it is a good match for the subject.

Looking forward to see which you go with.

Good luck!

Many thanks to you :curtsey

wizard444 · June 19, 2006

Personally I liked the gate, but I see that I was the only one so far. Modern lamina I think.

deeya · June 19, 2006

#1 for me
I like the boldness of the B&W too.. great abstract look to it .. and to the original color version...

Picture it in a gallery with an art critic standing in front of a 8 ft X 10 ft version of it..

Great shot Angelo!

Denise

Sandy · June 19, 2006

I think the graffiti is the best shot. I have really gotten into photographing street art.

Angelo · June 20, 2006

wizard444 wrote:

Personally I liked the gate, but I see that I was the only one so far. Modern lamina I think.

thanks wiz - i'm also surprised "gate" has been overlooked.

Angelo · June 20, 2006

deeya wrote:

I like the boldness of the B&W too.. great abstract look to it .. and to the original color version...

Picture it in a gallery with an art critic standing in front of a 8 ft X 10 ft version of it..

Great shot Angelo!

Denise

wow! 8'x10' gallery hanging? i like how you think...

thanks for looking

Angelo · June 20, 2006

Sandy wrote:

I think the graffiti is the best shot. I have really gotten into photographing street art.

thanks Sandy. easy pickins' in Hollywood!

twinbnj · June 20, 2006

Angelo - I always enjoy your work and must say you have come up with some very creative ideas - I voted for the one I liked best ---- turns out that one has not gotten the most votes!

Wonderful selections to choose from - best of luck!

Angelo · June 20, 2006

twinbnj wrote:

Angelo - I always enjoy your work and must say you have come up with some very creative ideas - I voted for the one I liked best ---- turns out that one has not gotten the most votes!

Wonderful selections to choose from - best of luck!

Well, thank you. You're very kind. You must fess up and tell me which you voted for.

wizard444 · June 21, 2006

I keep coming back here to see if anyone else voted for the gate. What's up people? I'm gettin a complex here!

uhoh

adrian_k · June 21, 2006

I voted for grate and I'm proud of it.

Gate is just a little flat, although it is my second fav.
The graffiti is a bit dull. PP in PS would make it better.

wizard444 wrote:

I keep coming back here to see if anyone else voted for the gate. What's up people? I'm gettin a complex here!uhoh

Angelo · June 21, 2006

wizard444 wrote:

I keep coming back here to see if anyone else voted for the gate. What's up people? I'm gettin a complex here!uhoh

stop stalking me

Angelo · June 21, 2006

adrian_k wrote:

I voted for grate and I'm proud of it.

Gate is just a little flat, although it is my second fav.
The graffiti is a bit dull. PP in PS would make it better.

thanks Adrian - I'll give them a bit more attention.

Angelo · June 22, 2006

Well thanks everyone. I appreciate the feedback, the comments, the votes and of course your assistance.

Since "Graffiti" received more votes than I expected I thought the shot warranted more attention. I couldn't find any ways to improve the shot with adjustments so I decided to go creative. What do you think of this?

WaveRunner · June 22, 2006

Angelo wrote:

Well thanks everyone. I appreciate the feedback, the comments, the votes and of course your assistance.

Since "Graffiti" received more votes than I expected I thought the shot warranted more attention. I couldn't find any ways to improve the shot with adjustments so I decided to go creative. What do you think of this?

I'd try a more graffiti style to your masking to match the image you are presenting. Make your image pop by drawing the viewers attention to the layers in the garbage cans covered by layers of graffiti. Straight bars through the image are distracting and don't match the fllow of the image.

I'd try highlighting the garbage cans through layers of light and shadow.

But what do I know ;-)

Angelo · June 22, 2006

WaveRunner wrote:

I'd try a more graffiti style to your masking to match the image you are presenting. Make your image pop by drawing the viewers attention to the layers in the garbage cans covered by layers of graffiti. Straight bars through the image are distracting and don't match the fllow of the image.

I'd try highlighting the garbage cans through layers of light and shadow.

But what do I know ;-)

I don't know. But I do know that you've given me an idea! Thanks.

Angelo · June 23, 2006

OK, I just HAD to try this...

vangogh · June 23, 2006

Angelo wrote:

OK, I just HAD to try this...

I think its a bit to "regular" for the effect of grafitti. Why not try a more grafitti style font.

WaveRunner · June 23, 2006

Angelo wrote:

OK, I just HAD to try this...

I like the concept. Now jazz up the font. Try and make the letters tall and fat so you show as much of your picture through them and maybe a darker color (aka not white) for the mask so that your eyes are drawn into the letters.

It is very interesting though.

trossnagel · June 23, 2006

They are all fantastic...

But if I had to choose one - I absolutely LOVE #4

Bravo Angelo

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