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Karen Gilligan
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p.2 #1 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Endre,

Yes, the first one. I believe the placement is so important in this shot. The diagonal line that has been created really draws you in. The colors and shine of the pin heads is great. Really like this one, simple yet so clever.

Karen

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Nov 07, 2007 at 03:01 AM

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p.2 #2 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks so much, Julien, my friend! I'm glad you like this shot. The DOF with an extender ring is very shallow even at f 22 and as you see from the 2nd shot, it's a very long object. I lit it with my trusty high intensity flashlight while shooting in a pitch dark room. hence the harsh light. It's very difficult to control so I experiment from shot to shot. This one was the best.

All best wishes,

Endre

markoner wrote:
Hi Endre. Great idea and execution as usual my friend !

I really like both. Like Suse I prefer the clarity of the second shot.
Not sure what gives this DOF trouble feeling. If you were at f 22 maybe it starts getting some diffraction artefacts or it's just the location of the focal point.
Also I find the lighting a bit harsh, creating distracting burnt highligths (especially on the second one). I think with a softer one you could have improved those already very good images.

Cheers,

Julien

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Nov 07, 2007 at 07:46 AM

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p.2 #3 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks so much, Peter! Csilla thanks you, too!

You make very good arguements for your opinion. I wish we could have incorporated the best of each image. The bulk of opinion likes the first one so I think I'll keep it as is - but you certainly got me to waver in my resolve.

Fond regards,

Endre

canandaigua ph wrote:
Well Csilla....your dad just can't be right all the time. I like your version of the scene and here's why: In your favorite (the second image) there are several pins that extend down onto and touch the table. The way you lit the scene also put shadows from the pins onto the table. These visual factors allow the pins to be connected to their environment rather than floating in space on the end of a magnet. This makes the image flow better visually for me. After all, when you drop a pin they don't float around your house waiting for the magnet...they land on the floor!
BRAVO to your dad and you for both images...they're just GREAT!
regards
Peter

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p.2 #4 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks, Dan! I'm glad you like it. It's great having you back onboard!

All the best,

Endre

hopes2 wrote:
Strad, greetings--

Hey, I tried pins, nails and screws without much in return.
The beaded heads are a great thought and really give the image a "kick".

Hail the Force....Dan.

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p.2 #5 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thank you, Carrol! I'm delighted that you like it.

All best wishes,

Endre

Carrol wrote:
I vote for the First photo. (although cropping the second one does improve it for me.)
Great shot, Endre!

~ Carrol

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:22 AM

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p.2 #6 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks, Bob! I'm glad you like it. Thanks for the vote for Number 1.

All the best,

Endre

levartze wrote:
Hi Endre,
Nice shot. I like the 1st one the best. Beautiful colors and background!
Bob

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p.2 #7 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks, wonderful friend, Philly! So glad you like it, although i don't ever want to be held responsible for someone throwing in the towel on the WA because of my shots. :worried:

Don't worry about Csilla. I've overrulled her many times and she's none the worse for wear.

All best wishes,

Endre

Philly Rains wrote:
Endre, my dear friend, I hate to go against the beautiful Csilla, but I LOVE the first one. The colors pop, and I like the angle better than in the second. I also agree on the lighting/background. It puts more focus on the pins than the magnet, which I like.

Technically, it's amazing, as always. You keep setting the bar this high and the rest of us might throw in the towel!

Just excellent!

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p.2 #8 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thank you, John, my friend! I'm so glad you like it! I await the shot inspired by this one.

Fond regards,

Endre

jban99 wrote:
This is a very creative and a beautifully composed picture, Strad!
I also like the clarity of the second one with the greater depth of field, but this one has a more powerful impact on the viewer (myself at least)

. It actually just lighted up an idea for a picture after a total lack of inspiration this week…

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p.2 #9 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks, Ryan! Glad you like it. The vast majority seem to prefer the the first one.

All the best,

Endre

ryan busch wrote:
nice colors and lighting. I like how the first one turned out but they are both nice shots.

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:39 AM

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p.2 #10 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks so much. I appreciate hearing from you and am glad you like it!

All the best,

Endre

ruuskan wrote:
Very imaginative, a fine image (version #1 works better for me)

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:40 AM

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p.2 #11 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thank you so much, Andrew, my friend! I appreciate your input and am glad you like the first one best.

All best wishes,

Endre

Benedictine wrote:
Hi Endre,
You've done it again havn't you! A great image and I also prefer the first for the colours and the closeness of the image, the second seems a little too far away.
Hope all is well with you.

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:42 AM

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p.2 #12 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks for the comment, Pete! Glad you like it!

All the best,

Endre

Pete Kruse wrote:
Nice colors and detail! Pete

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p.2 #13 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Nope. No fingers were injured in getting this shot. Thanks, Steve, my friend! I always appreciate your kind and effusive comments.

All best wishes,

Endre

Steven Roberts wrote:
Man, did you prick your finger? I haven't read thru much but I have to say, this looks complicated but exceptional. Love it as usual.

Steve

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p.2 #14 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thanks so much, Frank. I appreciate you kind comments and I'm delighted that you like this.

All the best,

Endre

FJR1 wrote:
Endre--Your lighting and colors are outstanding in what seems to be a difficult assignment for many of us.--Frank

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p.2 #15 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Wow! Thanks, Jim, my friend. I really appreciate your taking time to write such a detailed and complimentary comment. Csilla does have her own gallery over at Better Photo: http://www.betterphoto.com/gallery/gallery.asp?memberID=94598

I do keep in the back of my mind a desire to take beautiful photos of mundane objcects. someone once told me that I could take a beautiful photo of a frying pan, but I haven't had a WA topic to inspire me to do that, yet.

"Creative genius" eh? That's very high praise, indeed, but it takes one to know one.

Fond regards,

Endre

1_of_9 wrote:
I normally don't take sides in family bickering, but dad has the better image of the two...IMO, Csilla. However, I think he should spring for a family dslr so you can take your own shots just the way you think it should be done. Just a suggestion.

Endre, when you can take the mundane and make it interesting, and visually appealing - then I think that just goes to show everyone your creative genius. I imagine in some music you get hedged in by the author, and limited to interpretation. But, with your photos it is freedom from constraint.

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p.2 #16 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Very interesting concept (and a wide-array of colors too).

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p.2 #17 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thank you, Jason. So glad you like it! They are lethal! :worried: More than once I've discovered them on the floor by stepping on them.

All best wishes,

Endre

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Sore feet indeed! Though small, they look lethal...
Well done yet again, Endre, I too prefer the first just a little more.

Jason

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p.2 #18 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thank you so much, Karen! I appreciate your kind comments.

All best wishes,

Endre

Karen Gilligan wrote:
Endre,

Yes, the first one. I believe the placement is so important in this shot. The diagonal line that has been created really draws you in. The colors and shine of the pin heads is great. Really like this one, simple yet so clever.

Karen

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:57 AM

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p.2 #19 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Thank you, Clee! I'm happy you like it.

All the best,

Endre

Clee Villasor wrote:
Very interesting concept (and a wide-array of colors too).

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:58 AM

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p.2 #20 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Endre....this was definitely a tough assignment. I love your take on it and can't say anything that was said already. Brilliant!!

Best of luck

Patty

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Nov 07, 2007 at 08:10 PM

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p.2 #21 · # 271 Pins 'n Needles

Congratulations, my dear friend! A worthy finalist, and guaranteed to be in the top 3!

I'm so proud for you!!

Nov 08, 2007 at 04:00 AM


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