Oh man, looking at my stuff when I got my first "real" camera (300D) is soooo funny/embarrassing. But it's cool, too. I'll see what I can dig up from then ... had to be about 5 years ago when I got it.
Great thread, though, Chuck. I didn't even like to take pics of people for the LONGEST time. Now I love it and rarely shoot anything else. Progress and growth are amazing things, and I'm thankful for all the pushes and inspiration I got from other people, and all the info I got from forums ... really helped get me to where I am today.
hmm, here's a few from 04-05, before I shot people, really. Booooo! haha.
Okay. Here's an early shot. Thought I was going to be the next great thing to hit Sports Illustrated. Now I'm just happy shooting for myself, family, and friends.
I still enjoy the symmetry of this shot today, however. 2006 Washington State Cyclocross Championships.
great thread, chuck-i don't know that i'd consider myself "established" but here are a few i shot within months of owning my first digital camera (little over two years ago)-these are naked images right out of camera without any post work to expose the mistakes i made as i was learning-i'd also like to see the earlier work of other photogs in here
karl - i'm not familiar with your work, but i have to admit, i dig the stuff you posted! so if you grew from there...i gotta check it out!
jerren - thanks for your kind words! you were one of the guys i was thinking of when i posted this thread! i remember a few of the shots you just posted from 'back in the day'. for those of you who do not know, check out his recent stuff... he just shot cedric the entertainer! thanks for participating!
RT - thanks for posting!
Ryan - for those of you who dont know, just check out his website... isnt it amazing to see the progress?? and I dont know how you feel, but i still feel like i have a LONNNGGG way to go... the journey continues!
T bone - thats a pretty cool shot! like the repeating pattern!
daniel - those look similar to some of my early stuff!
Canerino, This is a good subject as I found out when I posted on here for the first time with the girls on the RR tracks, but being a hardened W&N photographer I just would look at the persons web site and see just what they are displaying that would make them a good critic. I would urge all to try and if you have a web site make sure you place a profile so people can get a feel for you and your work. Me, I am and always have been big on the environment and our wildlife here in the US and my profile is on my web if you care to look. ( www.loubuscher.com ) + a flicker account with a link on the bottom of my home page where I store many sets of events I have taken for the State of New York and myself. If I was to post a first time photo it would be from my Argus C3 and Kodak-Chrome slide film.
Lou
PS I need to update my profile as I have retired from the eagle monitoring part as my age and health make it a bit tough.
Actually I found it the opposite... I post the odd pictures hoping for harsh C&C, but rarely get any? Still, Love this forum and learn from others posted pictures and comments.
canerino wrote:
Ryan - for those of you who dont know, just check out his website... isnt it amazing to see the progress?? and I dont know how you feel, but i still feel like i have a LONNNGGG way to go... the journey continues!
I definitely think I still have a long ways to go! The last year has been great for me as far as refining my style and vision, and making sure my technical skills are honed. I think the day you stop learning is the day you fail. In 15 years when I turn 40, I want to be able to look back and know that I got better and better with the passing years, and that I never stopped pushing.
canerino wrote:
karl - i'm not familiar with your work, but i have to admit, i dig the stuff you posted! so if you grew from there...i gotta check it out!
Thanks for the kind words, canerino, but even though I did 1 year in university of a 4 year degree course in photography (1976-77), my career path turned 180 degrees from the arts. I have only recently rediscovered my dormant passion for image making after many decades of absence. I'm learning all over again.
Great thread Canerino. I love your work as you know. Here a few from me. First digi cam was a 20D. Still have it as a matter of fact. Don't shoot with it much anymore though. You can definately learn a lot and grow by participating here at FM.
Small hijack. Ryan, Newfs are a wonderful breed! Not sure how familiar you are with the breed so I wanted to mention that they are a lot of dog, not just in size, but also in grooming requirements and vet costs. They drool a lot and They shed alot. Alot, alot, alot. Then they go and blow coat on ya twice a year. Drool and hair will be everywhere all of the time. You sweep, vacum, mop and wash walls and other standing objects alot with a newf. They are a water dog and most everyone of them is nutz about it ha! They are a people dog and don't do well kept separated on a regular basis. They are indeed gentle giants, but they need some training and good rearing to help them get there. And some can have temperament issues. Choose a good breeder that can show proof of health clearances and the like as well as good breeding practices. A good place to start to learn more is the NCA - Newfoudland Club of America. And also a regional club. If you are in or close to Michigan, this spring the National Specialty will be held there. A sea of Newfs for one week.
Newfs are a lot of work, but they are one of the most magnificent breeds one can befriend. And one that if bred well for health, has the hallmark temperament, and the proper coat and kept intact (males) are not a bad keep if you establish a regular grooming routine. They truly are an amazing breed. I currently have two males, Baxter and Bartlett. My buddies.
RyanFlynn wrote:
Oh man, looking at my stuff when I got my first "real" camera (300D) is soooo funny/embarrassing. But it's cool, too. I'll see what I can dig up from then ... had to be about 5 years ago when I got it.
Great thread, though, Chuck. I didn't even like to take pics of people for the LONGEST time. Now I love it and rarely shoot anything else. Progress and growth are amazing things, and I'm thankful for all the pushes and inspiration I got from other people, and all the info I got from forums ... really helped get me to where I am today.
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This sounds so much like me so I have posted my first images in this forum
karl_yyz wrote:
Thanks for the kind words, canerino, but even though I did 1 year in university of a 4 year degree course in photography (1976-77), my career path turned 180 degrees from the arts. I have only recently rediscovered my dormant passion for image making after many decades of absence. I'm learning all over again.
timhpark wrote:
Excellent post, Chuck! When I first came here to FM, I was in awe of so many photos and photogs. Being a perfectionist by nature, I was never fully satisfied with my photos, so I just admired everyone else's work. I played it safe by not posting, but looking back now, I wish I had. A few months ago, I decided that I would take a much more active role, and I'm so glad I did! Now I just wish there were more hours in a day!
Tim
I'm so glad to hear someone else feels this way! I too am a perfectionist, and can spend hours on a photo that I think I love, then post it here and the smallest critique sends me cringing. As stated above, I have to get past that and really try to "hear" what folks are trying to tell me about my work.
Love the forums though, there is just SO much to see and learn and I also wish for more hours in the day (or fewer days to work in my real job and more days to spend on my very serious hobby).
