Muench University: Discussion thread

DavidTO · April 1, 2008

jdmphoto wrote:

Hi, I submited some pics only to find out after doing so that the entries were closed as of March 26. When does the next round start and will I need to re-submit?

If your images are not in this gallery, then yes, you will have to resubmit.

I don't know when it will reopen, but it will!

schmoo · April 2, 2008

jdmphoto wrote:

One more question.
Is it supposed to be muenchiversity (without quotations) or
"muenchiversity" (with quotations)?
I know it's a stupid question but I gotta ask.

It's a good question. I changed the OP to make it clearer.

jdmphoto · April 2, 2008

DavidTO wrote:

If your images are not in this gallery, then yes, you will have to resubmit.

I don't know when it will reopen, but it will!

Thank you very much.

jdmphoto · April 2, 2008

schmoo wrote:

It's a good question. I changed the OP to make it clearer.

Thank you, that is what I thought. I just wanted to be sure.

ulrikft · April 2, 2008

Quick question, how "land" must the "scape" be? can cityscapes join at all?

schmoo · April 9, 2008

Marc Muench wrote:

i use the command to select all data over 128 by depressing command + opt + tilde (mac) If I then make a curves adjment on this selection...

By jove, I never thought to do that!

schmoo · April 9, 2008

ulrikft wrote:

Quick question, how "land" must the "scape" be? can cityscapes join at all?

Hi Ulrik, I'm sure that is just up to Marc to decide when he makes his final choices. But sure, I don't see why you can't submit them.

schmoo · April 23, 2008

wfeller wrote:

For what it's worth, I tried out some of the techniques learned at the print workshop on the photo previously critiqued by Marc. Since I'm late with my homework, and my turn has passed, I'll just post it here.

There were a few trade-offs- but once I have a better handle on these new tools, I'll be able to make the refinements I'd like. I'm happier with the result overall at this point.

Wow, great job!! If it were my class, I would not deduct any points for this submission being late.

Tango · April 23, 2008

[MOD EDIT: I've moved the image that Aaron is referencing, it can be seen here.]

Walter, that looks really good, these techniques are wonderful, the clouds really are much better IMO, the land looks more natural too, over all really great!
is this one you are going to print big?

anwmn1 · April 23, 2008

AaronNelson wrote:

[MOD EDIT: I've moved the image that Aaron is referencing, it can be seen here.]

Walter, that looks really good, these techniques are wonderful, the clouds really are much better IMO, the land looks more natural too, over all really great!
is this one you are going to print big?

Much Much Better!!

Very nice redo of the shot- congrats!!

schmoo · April 30, 2008

OK guys, it's the moment you've been waiting for: Marc is almost finished critiquing the first set so Round Two of Muench University is beginning. Submit your 3 BEST landscape images here!

A few of you have emailed in submissions after the closing of Round One, so you can check your photos in the current gallery. If those people could leave a comment under their photo with username and title so I could update them, that would be great.

Remember, only plain text email will work with automagically transferring info into the caption. If your caption didn't import properly, leave a comment for the mods. Thanks and good luck!

schmoo · May 29, 2008

Bumpity bump!

Since Marc is ready to take on the next round of critiques, it would be peachy keen if those of you who have submitted images could post a comment in the gallery with your username so I can update the captions. Some of them have IDs and some don't, and it would be most helpful.

NorthernFocus · June 12, 2008

Any updates on what's up with this topic? Almost two weeks with no activity/comments. Did I miss something

schmoo · June 12, 2008

articblooms wrote:

Any updates on what's up with this topic? Almost two weeks with no activity/comments. Did I miss something

Standby, nothing missed. Marc pops in as often as he is able. Patience, grasshopper!

DavidTO · June 12, 2008

Marc's work takes him away from the internets for a week or more at times.

NorthernFocus · June 12, 2008

DavidTO wrote:

Marc's work takes him away from the internets for a week or more at times.

At least it doesn't take him away from photography

I fully understand Marc has a living to make and am thankful that he gives of his time AT ALL. If I'm not mistaken, the last post in the other thread was his critique of one of the submissions. That's why I was wondering what's up. There was no follow up after he took time to comment

schmoo · June 29, 2008

Just a reminder to you eager students to drop in on class to see what's up on the block for critique. Chances are it could be yours and this is your opportunity to work on your shots one-on-one with the prof!

DavidTO · June 29, 2008

schmoo wrote:

Just a reminder to you eager students to drop in on class to see what's up on the block for critique. Chances are it could be yours and this is your opportunity to work on your shots one-on-one with the prof!

Or even better, in addition you could set your subscription settings to receive emails when there are new posts in that thread.

Tango · July 21, 2008

can one add to the current semester at anytime? or should i just wait until the next round?

schmoo · July 21, 2008

AaronNelson wrote:

can one add to the current semester at anytime? or should i just wait until the next round?

Hi Aaron,

I've closed Round Two and have been instructing folks to hang on and wait until Round Three. Some minor changes will go into effect so just keep honing those images and I'll let you know when it's all ready.

Tango · July 21, 2008

thanks for the info. standing by

schmoo · August 21, 2008

http://www.dgrin.com/showpost.php?p=902774&postcount=61

Marc Muench wrote:

fifth
Go to the green channel in layers palette, select all and then copy (comand + c) then back in layers create a new layer and paste (comand + v)

sixth
blur this layer with gaussian blur filter, in this image I used 7.5 amount.
Then change the blend mode to Overlay.

So simple and yet so effective!

One of those things that is, in a way, so obvious as to be overlooked.

I spend too much time masking the details by hand and this is so much more effective. :ivar

EarthDog · September 14, 2008

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schmoo wrote:

By jove, I never thought to do that! <img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029383/emoji/eek7.gif" border="0" alt="" >

I realize this is really old, but do you happen to remember where the original post by Marc was? I don't even understand what he was referring to, but any selection tips/tricks are worth their weight in pixels, and I'm hoping the original context will help me understand this one.

(PS: I love your username!)

EarthDog · September 14, 2008

schmoo wrote:

http://www.dgrin.com/showpost.php?p=902774&postcount=61

So simple and yet so effective!

One of those things that is, in a way, so obvious as to be overlooked.

I spend too much time masking the details by hand and this is so much more effective. :ivar

If that's so simple and so obvious, I am so screwed!

cry

I read that post, and I too spend way too much time masking and selecting, and it drives me batshit. Could I follow the steps? Yeah, probably. Would I have any idea why I was doing what I was or be able to apply it to other situations? Heck no!

I know that wasn't intended as a tutorial, but it worries me that I'm so clueless that I didn't even understand it.

schmoo · September 16, 2008

Sorry about the delay, Marc and everyone. Round Three is now open so please submit your images for our gallery!

One small change: Since it's only proper for Marc to be able to address the students, we're requiring that you include your name/username on every submission. If the captioning doesn't work through the email submission just leave a comment underneath the image and we'll fix it. Any images at the end of the round that do not have the correct information will be removed.

Our MU Rules and directions for email uploading are HERE.

Thanks guys and I'm looking forward to seeing your shots and hearing the critiques!

jovitta · October 1, 2008

about submitting photos
I emailed 3 dfferent emails w/ a photo each, going by the guide lines. and only one of the photos went though, did some go wrong with the 2 thanks jovita

DavidTO · October 1, 2008

jovitta wrote:

I emailed 3 dfferent emails w/ a photo each, going by the guide lines. and only one of the photos went though, did some go wrong with the 2 thanks jovita

Did you include your username on the upload? There are several images up there (not all yours, I'm sure) that don't have a username. Which one of the images is yours? Maybe provide a link?

Please ALL: include your username in your entry.

jovitta · October 1, 2008

DavidTO wrote:

Did you include your username on the upload? There are several images up there (not all yours, I'm sure) that don't have a username. Which one of the images is yours? Maybe provide a link?

Please ALL: include your username in your entry.

the last one covered bridge reflections thanks jeff

DavidTO · October 1, 2008

jovitta wrote:

the last one covered bridge reflections thanks jeff

You sent them all in the same day? If so, then I'm not sure what to say, they just aren't there. Please re-try one, and post here when you're done, k? Once we get that one set, we'll move on to the other.

schmoo · October 1, 2008

Additionally, you can always leave a comment under the photo with your name. I've been going through and checking those as well.

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