Nearby Athens... by Olga Sotiriadou

 

A portfolio of

life snapshots,

dreamscapes

and invisible things.

 

I am back after a long pause off Flickr. Nice to see you all again!

 

A million thanks to my friend Tabrel (https://www.flickr.com/photos/tabrel/) for buying me a Pro account!

 

I have erased many silly photos and I want this portfolio to be more "compact". I have hidden all the self-portraiture, until I decide what to do with it. :)

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"""I have seen many here on Flickr who take great photos. I've seen many who can edit photos into very fanciful images. It is not often, however, that I've encountered folks like the olga_sgr! The imagination, humor, originality, and CHARM that they add to their photos and edits makes each a true joy and delight to see… Read more

"""I have seen many here on Flickr who take great photos. I've seen many who can edit photos into very fanciful images. It is not often, however, that I've encountered folks like the olga_sgr! The imagination, humor, originality, and CHARM that they add to their photos and edits makes each a true joy and delight to see. Just go through their photostream. I guaranty that this wonderful lady will leave you feeling happy, energized, and very inspired. I consider myself very fortunate to have found them. In my opinion, they are what Flickr is all about!! :-)"""""

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May 11, 2009
cbliss22 says:

I am awe struck and inspired when I look through this photostream. Originality, boldness, creativity, humor and amazing ideas must run through her veins!! I aspire to be even a fraction as imaginative as she is. Olga is an amazing photographer and artist!!

April 21, 2009
sosij says:

A stream of massive talent, depth and humour. Olga is such a creative genius, her photography always has an edge, you get that from such an artistic person, with an amazing imagination. I love her photoshop tutorials, so thoughtful and interesting. Her self portraiture is of such a high standard, quality shots proce… Read more

A stream of massive talent, depth and humour. Olga is such a creative genius, her photography always has an edge, you get that from such an artistic person, with an amazing imagination. I love her photoshop tutorials, so thoughtful and interesting. Her self portraiture is of such a high standard, quality shots processed perfectly. The ideas behind them are mind blowing. You need to make time to browse through her sets, after your visit you will know what a funny, gentle, clever and spiritual person she is. A pleasure to dip into, this is a most varied and inspirational place to come.

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February 5, 2009

The very first photo of Olga’s I noticed was her “Day 114/365: Composition With Finger”. I thought to myself “she is so incredibly beautiful” and I couldn’t help but go look at her stream. Then I saw Day 113 and was thrilled because I knew that out of selfish and superficial reasons I had stumbled upon an artist. And … Read more

The very first photo of Olga’s I noticed was her “Day 114/365: Composition With Finger”. I thought to myself “she is so incredibly beautiful” and I couldn’t help but go look at her stream. Then I saw Day 113 and was thrilled because I knew that out of selfish and superficial reasons I had stumbled upon an artist. And I stumbled at a perfect time because Όλγα was about to school me in the power of Photoshop. She thinks (sometimes subconsciously) about every aspect of the image. The lighting, the colors, the composition, the style, but most important what the image makes the viewer think. She can do in one frame what some directors can’t do with 90 minutes of movie film (that’s ~129,600 frames at 24 fps). Even if she doesn’t realize it or do it on purpose she knows how to make your eye travel where she wants it to go, discover each piece of the puzzle, and then collect them all into an idea, or an emotion, or a gut feeling. And that’s what Art is. I am saving up to get her a new camera. Not because I’m nice but because like I said, I’m selfish.

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October 27, 2008
Kavingate says:

She is funny. She is beautiful. She is kind. I am so happy that I found your work, Olga! Your imaginative and glowing photography is wonderful to see, and I love how generous you are with "how to" knowledge for Photo Shop neophytes like me! I love, love, love your work!!

October 27, 2008
Jenni says:

No one can't beat Olga's imagination! I love how she simply is never afraid of putting herself in to it...in her photography you can see her versatility ranging from ridicilous, humorous and over to top to surreal, emotional and everything in between. Damn do I adore her funny pictures - they always put me laughing! It… Read more

No one can't beat Olga's imagination! I love how she simply is never afraid of putting herself in to it...in her photography you can see her versatility ranging from ridicilous, humorous and over to top to surreal, emotional and everything in between. Damn do I adore her funny pictures - they always put me laughing! It's great to find people like Olga around here...her photostream is something different and definitely joyful.

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August 28, 2008
Efficient Surprise (deleted)

She's pretty, funny, deep, thoughtful, and so damn imaginative! I love cruising through her pics, admiring how special outlook. Love Ahmed

August 26, 2008

I don't think you ever run out of new and completely different Ideas.....:)) You have a beautiful mind, so full of creativity and its catchy as heck Olga* because you Inspire me to think Up KOOL stuff and that says alot, because in a "copy-cat" mundane world an Artist needs Ppl like you around them 24/7 !!!! Carefu… Read more

I don't think you ever run out of new and completely different Ideas.....:)) You have a beautiful mind, so full of creativity and its catchy as heck Olga* because you Inspire me to think Up KOOL stuff and that says alot, because in a "copy-cat" mundane world an Artist needs Ppl like you around them 24/7 !!!! Careful attention to detail. Thats what sets you apart from the crowd :)) Your photostream is Superb brings a smile to my face- And thats also the reason I find myself so drawn to you and your work. Thank You for linking Up with me and making [ AOS ] so much fun. You are a TRUE FRIEND and I LOVE YOU for that " Many Hugs Always my dear _O_

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August 18, 2008
Amadika says:

What can I say? I've only known Olga for a short time but I can tell you that her work is very impressive, she has a wide variety of amazing shots :). She is one of the nicest people I know on Flickr ; she always has something wonderful to say!! So if you have some extra time please stop by and have a look at her work… Read more

What can I say? I've only known Olga for a short time but I can tell you that her work is very impressive, she has a wide variety of amazing shots :). She is one of the nicest people I know on Flickr ; she always has something wonderful to say!! So if you have some extra time please stop by and have a look at her work, you wont be disappointed !!!:)"

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August 8, 2008