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Post by hmca on May 29, 2019 13:07:25 GMT
I recently came across the work of Leonard Missone. You don't have to be a lover of black and white photography to appreciate his atmospheric photography. Feel free to share the work of photographers whose work you admire in this thread. |
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Post by kdcintx on May 31, 2019 22:39:20 GMT
These photos are truly works of art. The old masters created the hard way the same effects we take for granted on the computer.
Thanks for sharing.
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Post by hmca on Jun 1, 2019 0:13:10 GMT
Weren't they wonderful, Karen. Some of them had the look of paintings. I never took a history of photography course, so while many people may recognize his name his work was new to me. I loved studying the elements that made them stand out in my mind and have looked at them a few times.
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Post by Bailey on Jun 1, 2019 6:19:41 GMT
Thanks for sharing hmca. Yes they are truly amazing photographs. I don't have a favourite photographer as such. I admire anyone who has the skills to create a great looking photo, whether technically difficult to take and/or a work of art. Whenever I need to give my eyes and brain a rest from whatever I am doing on my computer, I usually spend some time looking through the "popular" photos on 500px. To me, most of them are amazing to mind blowing and I know I would struggle to produce the overwhelming majority of them. I suspect most of the contributors whose photos reach "popular" status are professional photographers or at least very well trained and or artists. This is where I normally go for rest and photography/art inspiration - 500px.com/popular |
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Post by Berengaria on Jun 1, 2019 10:36:49 GMT
Thanks Helen. I'll save that one. Well worth studying.
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Post by hmca on Jun 1, 2019 11:57:52 GMT
Thanks for adding your source of inspiration, Bailey. I particularly liked this image. I hope over time other members will add photographers who they find inspiring. What I do find beneficial about looking at a body of work from one photographer is how they have a certain style that carries over in all of their work. |
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Post by Fauxtoto on Jun 2, 2019 13:32:16 GMT
Helen@hmca , Thank you for making me discover Leonard Misone. He is an inspiring photographer. Thank you also for the invitation to share work. I totally agree with you that looking at a body of work form one photographer can be very beneficial. There is no doubt that studying what makes the distinctive style of a photographer constitutes a most valuable exercise. “Photographer” and “admire” are two big words. Personally, I like photography the same way I like music: different pieces, different authors, different styles, for different reasons, at different moments. I was wondering if you would accept to widen the topic of this thread so if people wished to do so they could also post here a link to a single photograph they particularly like for any reason. It could also contribute to widen our vision. As suggested by Bailey , I surfed lightly in 500px.com, where I discovered Lurdes Lay Alves. I found her work quite varied and creative, while not necessarily classic. I think you may like this untitled one from her. |
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Post by hmca on Jun 2, 2019 15:05:10 GMT
That's a wonderful suggestion, Maurice! You also made a good analogy comparing our appreciation of different works of art.
A successful forum has actively engaged members. Your suggestion opens the way for more members to contribute to this thread.
So thank you! I hope others will follow your lead and not confine themselves to sharing the work of one photographer as I first suggested.
I do like the photograph you shared....it captures the mood of what looks to be an abandoned old castle or home. Would love to explore that old building with camera in hand.
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Post by hmca on Jul 4, 2019 0:06:38 GMT
I's like to share the work of Gerry Blanchard, a member of a FB group that I'm in. What I find fascinating is how he transforms his images into colorful works of art. I am thinking that perhaps ritage might find his work particularly interesting. Not included above...this is one of his recent works shared on FB.  |
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Post by hmca on Aug 23, 2019 23:50:06 GMT
I subscribe to Denise Ippolito's blog and always enjoy seeing her photography. Hope you'll find some of her work inspiring. |
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Post by pontiac1940 on Aug 24, 2019 14:20:43 GMT
Oh wow, Helen. When I see photos like these and the bears, I want to sell all my camera gear and take a vow of silence and live in a cave. Amazing stuff. Thanks, Clive |
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Post by ritage on Aug 24, 2019 15:48:45 GMT
"I am thinking that perhaps ritage might find his work particularly interesting."
I'm sorry Helen, I didn't see this until just now. I find it very interesting but also way beyond me, and the photos are obviously shot with the end result in mind.
Rita
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Post by hmca on Aug 24, 2019 16:46:06 GMT
NP, Rita. I think some of your creations are similar to some of his....don't underestimate yourself.
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Post by kdcintx on Aug 27, 2019 1:07:38 GMT
Oh wow, Helen. When I see photos like these and the bears, I want to sell all my camera gear and take a vow of silence and live in a cave. Amazing stuff. Thanks, Clive
Me too! See you in the cave.  |
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Post by hmca on Sept 17, 2019 18:41:44 GMT
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