Tribute. Showcase. Evolve.
That ^^^ means no flashy logos or daft graphics please!!
View it *BIG*
So here we go then. I'm a bit nervous about posting this. I know in my own head which angle I came at this from, but I'm not sure it will translate.
A while ago now, a Flickr contact posted two photos that totally blew me away. Step forward Eliska AKA Onion Patch, with her photo Blood Thirsty. Now as you click that link, you'll immediately see the obvious parallels, and that's kinda what I'm nervous about. I'm not a fan of plagiarism, so am nervous about the idea that this image can be seen as that. I see it (genuinely) as having used Eliska's work as an inspiration. I dunno if there's much scope these days for genuinely unique work, we must all be at the point where what we shoot is influenced by something else.
(That said, I prefer to remain blissfully ignorant to the idea that Eliska may have stolen the idea from somewhere else, and prefer to give her full credit for being a visual genius!)
I also wanted to add an element of one my own earlier photos as seen here. In my mind there I'm proud of the concept and realisation, but knew there could be more drama.
So I tried to blend the lot together, and throw in some funky lights too, because at the moment, it's any excuse to practise with that Orbis ringlight thing!
So as we got ready for this photo, both Sarah (the model) and Kate (the MUA) had been briefed weeks in advance about what I was after with this. And yet, if I'm being honest, words can't do it justice. This is simply because Kate made this shot her own. I didn't even try and control her input here, she's got more talent in my little finger than I've got in my entire body. I just sat there and watched her do her thing, Sarah trying to stifle the giggles as she did so. And she just cooked ideas, and colour schemes and methods straight out of fresh air, right before my eyes. Kate Holloway, you're a genius. (It makes it even more so when you realise Kate knows how to wield a camera and is a Photoshop whizz on the quiet.)
So come on, let me know what you think? Seriously.
I feel there's an imprtance to looking back at your stuff and seeing what worked, and not being afraid to move it on a bit. Hopefully, hopefully I did this. Maybe. Eeek! Getting all nervous again! :-(
(Strobist/flashy stuff info: One 580 EXII fired into Orbis ringlight adapter in front of model, approx 1 mtr to subject, and set at about 1/2 power on full zoom. Second 580 EXII directly behind model fired on wide 14mm spread at white wall at full power. Both triggered via Cybersyncs.
Tribute. Showcase. Evolve.
That ^^^ means no flashy logos or daft graphics please!!
View it *BIG*
So here we go then. I'm a bit nervous about posting this. I know in my own head which angle I came at this from, but I'm not sure it will translate.
A while ago now, a Flickr contact posted two photos that totally blew me away. Step forward Eliska AKA Onion Patch, with her photo Blood Thirsty. Now as you click that link, you'll immediately see the obvious parallels, and that's kinda what I'm nervous about. I'm not a fan of plagiarism, so am nervous about the idea that this image can be seen as that. I see it (genuinely) as having used Eliska's work as an inspiration. I dunno if there's much scope these days for genuinely unique work, we must all be at the point where what we shoot is influenced by something else.
(That said, I prefer to remain blissfully ignorant to the idea that Eliska may have stolen the idea from somewhere else, and prefer to give her full credit for being a visual genius!)
I also wanted to add an element of one my own earlier photos as seen here. In my mind there I'm proud of the concept and realisation, but knew there could be more drama.
So I tried to blend the lot together, and throw in some funky lights too, because at the moment, it's any excuse to practise with that Orbis ringlight thing!
So as we got ready for this photo, both Sarah (the model) and Kate (the MUA) had been briefed weeks in advance about what I was after with this. And yet, if I'm being honest, words can't do it justice. This is simply because Kate made this shot her own. I didn't even try and control her input here, she's got more talent in my little finger than I've got in my entire body. I just sat there and watched her do her thing, Sarah trying to stifle the giggles as she did so. And she just cooked ideas, and colour schemes and methods straight out of fresh air, right before my eyes. Kate Holloway, you're a genius. (It makes it even more so when you realise Kate knows how to wield a camera and is a Photoshop whizz on the quiet.)
So come on, let me know what you think? Seriously.
I feel there's an imprtance to looking back at your stuff and seeing what worked, and not being afraid to move it on a bit. Hopefully, hopefully I did this. Maybe. Eeek! Getting all nervous again! :-(
(Strobist/flashy stuff info: One 580 EXII fired into Orbis ringlight adapter in front of model, approx 1 mtr to subject, and set at about 1/2 power on full zoom. Second 580 EXII directly behind model fired on wide 14mm spread at white wall at full power. Both triggered via Cybersyncs.