#48: Technology=Life

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Chad Schulz
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p.1 #1 · #48: Technology=Life

I almost totally forgot the deadline for this MA. Unfortunately I fell into the trap many others have by focusing my attentions on the WAs.

Last minute concept, entry. Technology that's simple, and helps us live our lives is probably the most important to us. This medical marvel, insulin from human rDNA, has allowed me to live a seemingly normal life for many years. Before that I required animal based insulin, which worked but added challenges I no longer have to worry about.

A quick entry that needs much C&C. I might not have time to fix the problems or improve the image, but I wish to hear the C&C anyway. Fire away.

Chad

Edited by Chad Schulz on Mar 21, 2008 at 04:07 AM GMT (Reason: Changed Picture)

Edited on Mar 21, 2008 at 10:07 AM

Mar 21, 2008 at 04:54 AM

Bill Sutherland 2-time assignment winner

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p.1 #2 · #48: Technology=Life

Hi Chad. I understand the challenges you face because my youngest son has been diabetic since he was thirteen (about twelve years ago). A frightening time for all of us but he managed the situation well from the start.

Now, as to the picture (and I am no expert) but regarding the composition, I would have placed the syringe diagonally across the other way pointing upwards. I think this might give it better balance. Am not very disposed toward the background colours (too distracting) and would prefer it dark and plain. Medical technology is a good choice.

Best. Bill

Mar 21, 2008 at 08:02 AM

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Bill Sutherland wrote:
Hi Chad. I understand the challenges you face because my youngest son has been diabetic since he was thirteen (about twelve years ago). A frightening time for all of us but he managed the situation well from the start.

Now, as to the picture (and I am no expert) but regarding the composition, I would have placed the syringe diagonally across the other way pointing upwards. I think this might give it better balance. Am not very disposed toward the background colours (too distracting) and would prefer it dark and plain. Medical technology is a good choice.

Best. Bill

Not sure I prefer the more sterile version, but I do agree the previous background was distracting and the new arrangement of the syringe looks more balanced. Tried a black background, it swallowed the needle (not enough contrast on the macro). Any other color background seemed too festive, I love high contrast images so I was left with a grey or white background.

This is my final entry, I'm off to bed.

Thanks Bill for the C&C,
Chad

Mar 21, 2008 at 10:12 AM

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p.1 #4 · #48: Technology=Life

Hi Chad,

Very nice shot as usual. I love the droplet you have capture and the over all sharpness and sterility of the shot. By the way my mom uses the same insulin and it certainly is a big improvement. Fantastic photo and good luck this month.

Steve S.

Mar 21, 2008 at 02:41 PM

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p.1 #5 · #48: Technology=Life

Chad,

Love this entry...very clean, stark, and gets the point across immediately. I love the reflection seen in the droplet.

Good luck!
Ryan

Mar 22, 2008 at 07:08 AM

Kaden K.
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p.1 #6 · #48: Technology=Life

Love it Chad.

Mar 23, 2008 at 01:27 AM

Carrol

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p.1 #7 · #48: Technology=Life

An excellent entry, Chad!
That crisp droplet really makes it!
~ Carrol

Mar 26, 2008 at 04:50 AM


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