Shooting pictures in Hollywood

Angelo · March 30, 2005

Filming a scene for an upcoming episode of CSI - Las Vegas

B Camera:

Setting trolleys for panning shots.

and some atmosphere I snapped between takes.

Angelo · March 31, 2005

0 - 35, even the Mets have better averages.

So I'm doing a self bump to solicit comments / critiques. Thanks.

Steve Cavigliano · March 31, 2005

Angelo,

Guilty as charged

OK, when I first looked at these, I immediately liked the sharpness, contrast and color. Looking deeper, all I saw were nice shots of people making a movie, or a person, with a camera, watching people make a movie. There wasn't anything compelling about the shots, that made me want to view them longer, or view them again

It pains me to be so blunt, but I have to admit, this is the major reason why I don't street shoot. For the life of me, I just can't make a street pic tell a story :cry My street shots wind up in the same boat as these. Basically, "Nice pics, but where's da beef?" I don't know whether it's a genetic defect, a lack of creativity/vision, a mental block, or just plain old stupidity on my part.

Just to give you an idea of where I am coming from, I liked the lady with the camera pic best out of these 3. It has no context either, but at least it's a semi-candid shot and she's holding a camera

Angelo, I apologize if my comments are upsetting. It was not my intention. In no way did I mean to demean your shots or your effort. Maybe it's because I'm so frustrated with my lack of success at shooting these types of shots, that I came off so strongly. To do these types of shots justice, is wayyyyyyyyy harder than it looks :uhoh

For the record, everything I wrote could be entirely wrong and just the ravings of a sick mind :lol

At least with a bump, we may get some words of wisdom from the Pros

Thanks for sharing these,
Steve

bfjr · March 31, 2005

What can I say?
Well the 1st two don't do anything for me, but that's unfair I live here (L. A.), so pics of a crew at work is, well been there done that, there are some specific exp. items, but I'm not qualified so keep mouth shut.

However not that #3, is what I have done and wish it was different: If only the OOF guy looking at you was in focus, this shot would have rocked

. Everything else about is great!

Hope that helps
And remember if your captured the Sec. will disavow any relation to the above

John Mueller · March 31, 2005

I think the last one says "Come here Angelo":D

Andy · March 31, 2005

angelo

i agree with the others... the shots don't engage me, don't give me a clear focal point ... i mean i know what's going on but i'm not interested.

street work is tough. keep it up, if you have questions ask 'em here i'll come back

Angelo · April 1, 2005

Steve Cavigliano wrote:

Angelo,

Guilty as charged

OK, when I first looked at these, I immediately liked the sharpness, contrast and color. Looking deeper, all I saw were nice shots of people making a movie, or a person, with a camera, watching people make a movie. There wasn't anything compelling about the shots, that made me want to view them longer, or view them again

It pains me to be so blunt, but I have to admit, this is the major reason why I don't street shoot. For the life of me, I just can't make a street pic tell a story :cry My street shots wind up in the same boat as these. Basically, "Nice pics, but where's da beef?" I don't know whether it's a genetic defect, a lack of creativity/vision, a mental block, or just plain old stupidity on my part.

Just to give you an idea of where I am coming from, I liked the lady with the camera pic best out of these 3. It has no context either, but at least it's a semi-candid shot and she's holding a camera

Angelo, I apologize if my comments are upsetting. It was not my intention. In no way did I mean to demean your shots or your effort. Maybe it's because I'm so frustrated with my lack of success at shooting these types of shots, that I came off so strongly. To do these types of shots justice, is wayyyyyyyyy harder than it looks :uhoh

For the record, everything I wrote could be entirely wrong and just the ravings of a sick mind :lol

At least with a bump, we may get some words of wisdom from the Pros

Thanks for sharing these,
Steve

Steve:

Thank you for your input. If my skin were thin enough to be offended by your comments I wouldn't belong on a forum such as this. Your insight is actually right on. There isn't much compelling about the shots (well I do like the lady too) but it was all about good light, sharpness, contrast and color and for this you've recognized I did a fair job. I can't improve and aspire to Andy's level if I don't keep trying and seeking out criticism.

Now as for the ravings of a sick mind...

Angelo · April 1, 2005

bfjr wrote:

What can I say?
Well the 1st two don't do anything for me, but that's unfair I live here (L. A.), so pics of a crew at work is, well been there done that, there are some specific exp. items, but I'm not qualified so keep mouth shut.

However not that #3, is what I have done and wish it was different: If only the OOF guy looking at you was in focus, this shot would have rocked . Everything else about is great!

Hope that helps
And remember if your captured the Sec. will disavow any relation to the above

Funny - it's the "damned if you do, damned if you don't" syndrome. Whenver I fail to accomplish a shallow DOF I hear about it. This time I was so happy (surprised) that my background was blurry. However, from a creative position I understand your point as I study the picture. If this one guy was also in focus, "making eye contact" it would've give a different and possibly more interesting bent to the photo.
Thanks for looking.

Angelo · April 1, 2005

MHJS wrote:

I think the last one says "Come here Angelo":D

and who woulda thunk it? it's not like I was wearing a name tag or somethin'

Mitchell · April 1, 2005

I don't think she was looking at you, Angelo. She was interested in your D70!

mitch

Angelo · April 1, 2005

Mitchell wrote:

I don't think she was looking at you, Angelo. She was interested in your D70!

mitch

nikonians rule!!!!

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