Dark Star's 52 for 2010 - 5/52 Speed :)

Like your interpretation of this one John. Makes my eye wander all over the frame looking at the different textures and grain in the logs.....Mick
 
That is very nice, I had a go at logpile too but coudn't get anything as good as this.
 
Oomphy version for me too!
Brings out more of the colour and texture and the grain on the ends of the logs gives it almost the feel of a pencil drawing. I didn't think I'd like a shot of a pile of wood, but there's definitely something about this that just works.

p.s. What have you been up to, to earn yourself that new user title?
 
You managed to get a way to light it then ;) ....

Lovely textures and colours in there John... I prefer the second more oompy version...
 
I prefer the ooophy version, too, John. Lots of colours, textures and shapes in there. :thumbs:

Your log pile looks soooo neat and clean - ours has got bits of bark and other debris all over the place! I love what you've done, but I wouldn't rate it as one of your All Time Greats. (Sorry, that sounds as though I'm damming it without even the benefit of faint praise - so I'll emphasie - I DO like it!) It actually lloks a little soft on my screen, so maybe that's what's bothering me a little. I wonder if doing a small section of the pile and getting in closer would have been more Dark Star - ish?

I'll shut up - I'm sure I wouldn't have done it half as well!!! :)

Jean
 
Thanks everyone for the positive comments :) Very much appreciated!

jeangenie said:
I prefer the ooophy version, too, John. Lots of colours, textures and shapes in there. :thumbs:
I love what you've done, but I wouldn't rate it as one of your All Time Greats. (Sorry, that sounds as though I'm damming it without even the benefit of faint praise - so I'll emphasie - I DO like it!) It actually lloks a little soft on my screen, so maybe that's what's bothering me a little. I wonder if doing a small section of the pile and getting in closer would have been more Dark Star - ish?

I'll shut up - I'm sure I wouldn't have done it half as well!!! :)

Jean
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Jean thanks - doesn't look soft here funnily enough unless its a result of the HDR I used....3 RAWs merged. That maybe the case :) And as for Dark Star ish...I think I'm trying newish stuff this year to confound you :lol:;)


jgs001 said:
You managed to get a way to light it then ;) ....

Lovely textures and colours in there John... I prefer the second more oompy version...
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Thanks John I got there early and used what little light was left in the day :)


SarahLee said:
p.s. What have you been up to, to earn yourself that new user title?
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Well lets say it involved mistakenly banning someone who then 'virtually' beat me over the head with the Good Book :help::lol: All friends now though :D
 
Ok Street :) Well I've had precious little opportunity to get out on the street this week. So I thought I'd do it this way.

Why is this 'Street' you may wonder. Well this actual jacket has been worn in a video for a song by a band who were a bit 'Street' :D

Here's the image

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Here's the video :)

Flip Reverse

A different kind of 'Street' :D

PS I have deliberately not looked at anoy other 52s while I formulated an idea this week - expect comments soon :D
 
still trying to get around sorry its taken so long...glad I made it though, the oomphy one is fantastic John, the colours are eye popping, who wood've thought a simple idea makes for a perfect photo - like this lots :clap:.

Street: shrug: ah! its makes sense now, but unfortunately Ive not heard of this band - nice and colourful photo though :thumbs:
 
The colours and detail to this shot are super. Even more super is how you got it round to "street" Nice one:thumbs:...Mick
 
Git down wit da crew! Wikkid!

Oh... and to pick up on the chopped shot... I too prefer the second take with added contrast. :)
 
uniquegardens said:
still trying to get around sorry its taken so long...glad I made it though, the oomphy one is fantastic John, the colours are eye popping, who wood've thought a simple idea makes for a perfect photo - like this lots :clap:.

Street: shrug: ah! its makes sense now, but unfortunately Ive not heard of this band - nice and colourful photo though :thumbs:
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Cheers Graham....not heard of Blazin' Squad :whistling: How can that be :D


mickyluv said:
The colours and detail to this shot are super. Even more super is how you got it round to "street" Nice one:thumbs:...Mick
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Ta Mick - well I guess its a bit different :)

68lbs said:
Git down wit da crew! Wikkid!

Oh... and to pick up on the chopped shot... I too prefer the second take with added contrast. :)
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Cheers Lee - whats gwanin'? :cool:

On relection regarding chopped the added oomph works better I reckon! :thumbs:
 
Really strong colours and details John. I like it.
 
Should I be really embarrassed to admit that I know who Blazin' Squad are?
. . . and that I've seen that video :$:

Lovely shot John - great colours and really good definition in the badges.
It's one I want to keep looking at and absorbing the details.


Dark Star said:
Well lets say it involved mistakenly banning someone who then 'virtually' beat me over the head with the Good Book :help::lol: All friends now though :D
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Ooops!
 
Hi John,
Really liking your alternative street shot! Good colours and composition, and like Sarah says it's something I'll want to look at to catch all the details.
 
Vibrant as fork! You is da bomb, man! Sick!
 
<cough> shoehorn <cough> :lol:

Great lighting..excellent shot.
 
jgs001 said:
Really strong colours and details John. I like it.
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Many thanks John

SarahLee said:
Should I be really embarrassed to admit that I know who Blazin' Squad are?
. . . and that I've seen that video :$:

Lovely shot John - great colours and really good definition in the badges.
It's one I want to keep looking at and absorbing the details.
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Ta Sarah and please don't be embarrassed :) Its a great song and video :) #2 in 2003! I lurve it (but I'm biased :))

Glass Books said:
Hi John,
Really liking your alternative street shot! Good colours and composition, and like Sarah says it's something I'll want to look at to catch all the details.
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Thanks Sunni its one loud Jacket! :)

The23rdman said:
Vibrant as fork! You is da bomb, man! Sick!
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Ah sick indeed Dean :) It is indeed a hench garment! ;) Cheers!

Kdot said:
<cough> shoehorn <cough> :lol:

Great lighting..excellent shot.
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Noooo its as street as they come Keri :) No shoehorn needed here! Thanks for the comments :)
 
Alright, not a crowbar, just a proud father :D

Great colours and loads of detail. Crisp and makes me want to know what each panel is for. :clap::clap:
 
Bruja said:
Alright, not a crowbar, just a proud father :D

Great colours and loads of detail. Crisp and makes me want to know what each panel is for. :clap::clap:
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Proud indeed :) Thanks Jill - each panel is (I think) an American basket team logo :) Its one weighty jacket btw!!
 
John,

Not sure how I've missed this thread. I thought I'd been round them all last week. I fail :(

Curves: What an amazing shot. Bright, vibrant, bang on theme. Excellent choice.
Poetry: For me this is an example of breaking the compositional rules and winning. The vast expanse of snow only serves to highlight the "lone gnome" and works very well with the words.
Chopped: Again, for me, this is the weakest of your entries so far. But it's a really good shot that captures texture very well.
Street:
Kdot said:
<cough> shoehorn <cough> :lol:
Great lighting..excellent shot.
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:whistling:

I think it is a great shot. You seem to be able to really find a way to add impact with brightness and colour without overdoing it. How much PP are on these if you don't mind me asking?

Ian.
 
Harlequin565 said:
John,

Not sure how I've missed this thread. I thought I'd been round them all last week. I fail :(

Blimey you fail? I'm way behind :shake:

Curves: What an amazing shot. Bright, vibrant, bang on theme. Excellent choice.
Poetry: For me this is an example of breaking the compositional rules and winning. The vast expanse of snow only serves to highlight the "lone gnome" and works very well with the words.
Chopped: Again, for me, this is the weakest of your entries so far. But it's a really good shot that captures texture very well.
Street:

:whistling:

I think it is a great shot. You seem to be able to really find a way to add impact with brightness and colour without overdoing it. How much PP are on these if you don't mind me asking?

Ian.
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Thanks for the considered comments Ian :)

Not much PP apart from chopped which was an HDR

My normal style is to tweak the contrast and saturation until it looks good for me and a little sharpen. Sometimes I do some curve adjustments too :)

PP isn't my strong point :)
 
Glad you explained the reason behind the STREET shot as I was a little :shrug:and I'll keep me boy band opinions :schtum: ;)

Great shot of a unique jacket. :thumbs:
 
mowse73 said:
Hi John. i love the chopped shot, but i have to go with the minority and plump for the origanal post. I like the sharpness and colours for your street entry.
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Cheers Martin :)

foggy4ever said:
Glad you explained the reason behind the STREET shot as I was a little :shrug:and I'll keep me boy band opinions :schtum: ;)

Great shot of a unique jacket. :thumbs:
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Scott thanks...I've heard every criticism going of Blazin' Squad so no worries there :)! Glad you like the shot!
 
Your street picture has disappeared I think.I like the cricket ball shot- lovely and sharp. Love your brothers poem. It brings to life your little gnome. The log pile is a very restful image. Hope to see your street pic reappear soon.
 
ladysue said:
Your street picture has disappeared I think.I like the cricket ball shot- lovely and sharp. Love your brothers poem. It brings to life your little gnome. The log pile is a very restful image. Hope to see your street pic reappear soon.
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Thanks for the comments Sue - I hope its back now :)
 
That's brilliant, wonderful colours, really nice 'take' on the theme too. Again things that are a little out of the ordinary really apeall to me (like my spelling).
 
Great colours - really draws the eye.

Phil
 
Sorry it's taken me so long to comment on Street, John, but I wanted to see the video first! :)

Well, the vid was worth waiting for - there's so much going on in it - and it puts 'your' jacket into context beautifully. How long did it take to shoot the vid? It looks as though there were crowds of people involved. :eek: And you must be very proud of what James and the rest of the Squad have achieved. :)

On to the photo: Are the panels all US Basketball Teams? The colours are great and it makes for a vibrant 'happy' photo. :thumbs:

Jean
 
Dark Star said:
Ta Sarah and please don't be embarrassed :) Its a great song and video :) #2 in 2003! I lurve it (but I'm biased :))
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Was it really 2003?
Thinking about it, I do remember it being on the radio at a friend's house warming party so yeah 2003 feels about right . . . and you'd know far better than me.

I gather from some of the other comments that your son was one of the squad? (I'm assuming the one wearing the jacket) You must be very proud of him for achieving that :clap: :clap: :clap:
 
Oh dear oh dear, COMPLETELY missed this thread til now. Well done John some absolutley great shots from you as usual! Awesome stuff!

Colours in Street are just great :D
 
RobC said:
That's brilliant, wonderful colours, really nice 'take' on the theme too. Again things that are a little out of the ordinary really apeall to me (like my spelling).
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Thanks Rob It was a bit cheeky I guess :)

philthejuggler said:
Great colours - really draws the eye.

Phil
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Ta Phil, much obliged!

jeangenie said:
Sorry it's taken me so long to comment on Street, John, but I wanted to see the video first! :)

Well, the vid was worth waiting for - there's so much going on in it - and it puts 'your' jacket into context beautifully. How long did it take to shoot the vid? It looks as though there were crowds of people involved. And you must be very proud of what James and the rest of the Squad have achieved.

On to the photo: Are the panels all US Basketball Teams? The colours are great and it makes for a vibrant 'happy' photo. :thumbs:

Jean
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No worries Jean - the vid probably took a couple of days I guess and yep I'm as proud as punch :) Yeah they are all US Basketball Team logos!

Thanks for the comments :)

SarahLee said:
Was it really 2003?
Thinking about it, I do remember it being on the radio at a friend's house warming party so yeah 2003 feels about right . . . and you'd know far better than me.

I gather from some of the other comments that your son was one of the squad? (I'm assuming the one wearing the jacket) You must be very proud of him for achieving that
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Oh yep Blazin' ran from Nov 2001 to Mid 2004 - about 9 or 10 singles incuding Crossroads which made #1 :) - an amazing few years for us! And the ginger one is indeed mine :D

Shorty said:
Oh dear oh dear, COMPLETELY missed this thread til now. Well done John some absolutley great shots from you as usual! Awesome stuff!

Colours in Street are just great :D
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No worries Leanne there are sooooo many 52s :) I'm sure I have many to catch up on (including my own 'speed' :() Glad you like 'em so far!
 
John, John, Where've you gone? Surely such an upstanding member isn't going to WIMP OUT of this 52? ;)
 
68lbs said:
John, John, Where've you gone? Surely such an upstanding member isn't going to WIMP OUT of this 52? ;)
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Damn, you noticed eh? Time and inspiration have been against me so I'm way way behind!

However the term 'WIMP OUT' (in uppercase and bold no less!) is not one I take lightly.....I'll be back!

Meanwhiles here's what I took for 'Speed'!

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Like that speed John. Very simple but you've caught the shape well. Implied speed maybe, but works for me :thumbs:
 
Ah... I saw that on your Flickr... I didn't realise you'd taken up wing walking in your spare time. :D
 
Love that shot John... crisp and clear. Speed is implied... but it works none the less.
 
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