The Iris Project

mslammers

I put this on dpreview and got mixed views. Thought I would try you folks

John Mueller

Hi Mel,I would say that is different.Looks like it took time to put it together.
To me,the colors are not right.Cant put my finger on it.
Maybe a softer set of colors.
John

mslammers

MHJS wrote:

Hi Mel,I would say that is different.Looks like it took time to put it together.
To me,the colors are not right.Cant put my finger on it.
Maybe a softer set of colors.
John

Thanks for responding John

wxwax

Well, I can't speak for the other you folks here but I have a couple of thoughts. It's a very cool idea, and a neat base image. I kinda agree... colors that are more complimentary and unconventional would enhance the effect. And it feels kinda flat - any way to add some dimension to the original shot?

Tim Kirkwood

Hi Mel,


I remember this project. I like it. The colors do seem a little harsh though.

I think you have another version of it dont you?

mslammers

Other version

Tim Kirkwood wrote:

Hi Mel,


I remember this project. I like it. The colors do seem a little harsh though.

I think you have another version of it dont you?

Here is other version, may have some depth

Tim Kirkwood

Mel,


I like the second version better.

Dee

Not sure what you are going for here...

mslammers wrote:

Here is other version, may have some depth

I think for the iris color the background colors are too primary and harsh on the eyes.

What is your thinking behind this project?

Just curious as to what you are trying to do or say...

mslammers

Tim Kirkwood wrote:

Mel,


I like the second version better.

Thanks Tim

mslammers

Dee,

Dee wrote:

I think for the iris color the background colors are too primary and harsh on the eyes.

What is your thinking behind this project?

Just curious as to what you are trying to do or say...

I was trying to put together something other than a simple Iris photo. The red/blue and black/white were intended to be a somewhat jarring contrast to the soft and lovely Iris. I guess I succeed but I knew that some would like it and some wouldn't. I was hoping to make people think. One never knows until you try.
I have a more complementary color pair version in the works. Watch this space.
Thanks for commenting