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p.1 #1 · #308 Medal of Hate

Unfortunately I haven't been able to post in many weeks due to Marine Corps training, but I am "making" time to do so as often as possible.
One of few antiques I have from my travels of the world. If anyone finds it offensive and wants it removed, I will do so as it is not intended to portray personal beliefs or offend anyone.
C&C welcome.

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Sep 01, 2008 at 04:33 AM

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p.1 #2 · #308 Medal of Hate

Interesting piece of history you have here. I like the lighting, but I would suggest a greater DOF as the bottom third is blurry and I think the swastika should be in sharp focus, too.
Keep making time for photography!
~ Carrol

Sep 01, 2008 at 03:49 PM

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p.1 #3 · #308 Medal of Hate

Hi Michael,

A very powerful and creepy object. It is a good choice for the WA, but like Carrol I would like to see a bit more depth of field. Good luck this week.

Steve S.

Sep 01, 2008 at 05:54 PM

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p.1 #4 · #308 Medal of Hate

Carrol and Steve,

Thanks for both of your comments. I am going to reshoot this evening and re-post.

Sep 01, 2008 at 06:34 PM

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p.1 #5 · #308 Medal of Hate

I agree with the suggestions above, and await the results of your reshoot.
Yes, it's a scary object because of what it stands for, but we don't do ourselves any favors if we avoid looking at such things. We need to remember what happens as a result of such beliefs.

Sep 01, 2008 at 09:28 PM

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p.1 #6 · #308 Medal of Hate

I corrected the DOF a bit. I like this image more as well with everything in sharper focus. Thanks for the comments.

Photon wrote:
I agree with the suggestions above, and await the results of your reshoot.
Yes, it's a scary object because of what it stands for, but we don't do ourselves any favors if we avoid looking at such things. We need to remember what happens as a result of such beliefs.

Sep 02, 2008 at 01:40 AM

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p.1 #7 · #308 Medal of Hate

Im not sure where you got that, but that is a German Russian front medal. One was awarded to Lothar Scholz who served in the 125 Infantry Division, Wehrmacht. He was sent to fight in Russia and was wounded three times.

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Sep 02, 2008 at 05:32 AM

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p.1 #8 · #308 Medal of Hate

The medal was picked up in Budapest, along with a WWI Austro-Hungarian medal that was awarded for bravery. It was as close to antique of anything that I currently own and thought it would fit the theme nicely. Thanks for the comments.

Sep 02, 2008 at 07:16 AM

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p.1 #9 · #308 Medal of Hate

Photogunny,

I like your edited version and I think the lighting looks nice, too. I also think you did a good job on the title.

I find it ironic that it would display an eagle (over that horrid symbol). In my mind, an eagle conjures up the vision of 'freedom', not oppression.

I hope you don't my asking, but do you 'train' new recruits for the Marines?

Chelle

Sep 02, 2008 at 02:48 PM

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p.1 #10 · #308 Medal of Hate

Chelle,

Thanks for the comments.
Though I wanted to be a Drill Instructor and train new Marines, I was given the opportunity to be a Marine Security Guard (Embassy Gaurd) instead. Do you know someone in the Marine Corps? Now I am in charge of a section of Combat photographers and Videographers that are tasked with documenting the war on terrorism.

seechelle wrote:
Photogunny,

I like your edited version and I think the lighting looks nice, too. I also think you did a good job on the title.

I find it ironic that it would display an eagle (over that horrid symbol). In my mind, an eagle conjures up the vision of 'freedom', not oppression.

I hope you don't my asking, but do you 'train' new recruits for the Marines?

Chelle

Sep 02, 2008 at 06:39 PM

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p.1 #11 · #308 Medal of Hate

Hi Michael,

I like this shot much better. Very nice work.

Steve S.

Sep 02, 2008 at 11:18 PM

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p.1 #12 · #308 Medal of Hate

Bingo! Nice job.

~ Carrol

Sep 03, 2008 at 02:47 AM

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p.1 #13 · #308 Medal of Hate

Carrol,

Thanks. I appreciate the help in making this a much better entry. Good luck to you as well.

Carrol wrote:
Bingo! Nice job.

~ Carrol

Sep 03, 2008 at 03:14 AM

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p.1 #14 · #308 Medal of Hate

Steve,

Thanks for comments before and the suggestions to help me improve.

Steve Spencer wrote:
Hi Michael,

I like this shot much better. Very nice work.

Steve S.

Sep 03, 2008 at 03:15 AM

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p.1 #15 · #308 Medal of Hate

Much better with the changes!
I still have one suggestion for future (probably too late for this WA). It might be possible to light from the right side at an angle such that the eagle's face is clear, since it's looking that direction. Just a minor nit, though. You've got nice detail and dimensionality here.

Sep 03, 2008 at 04:16 AM

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p.1 #16 · #308 Medal of Hate

It was worth the time to reshoot Gunny! It came out nice.

Sep 03, 2008 at 04:21 AM

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p.1 #17 · #308 Medal of Hate

No problem on the minor nit, that is what will make me better. I am impressed with everyone that submits to the weekly and being an amateur, I can honestly say it is a bit intimidating to comment on any of your photographs. Everyone is pushing me to better myself and it is tough going week to week with the entries. Thanks and please keep the feedback coming.

Photon wrote:
Much better with the changes!
I still have one suggestion for future (probably too late for this WA). It might be possible to light from the right side at an angle such that the eagle's face is clear, since it's looking that direction. Just a minor nit, though. You've got nice detail and dimensionality here.

Sep 03, 2008 at 05:49 AM

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p.1 #18 · #308 Medal of Hate

Vipermike wrote:
It was worth the time to reshoot Gunny! It came out nice.

Using Chelle's line "I'm not worthy", you have no idea how happy your comment made me. Thanks for the comments and thanks to everyone who suggested to reshoot and push me to become better.

Sep 03, 2008 at 05:52 AM

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p.1 #19 · #308 Medal of Hate

Can't see the shot in the forum entry, but I can see it on the thumbnail page.

I appreciate the history in this object and like the tone you set for it. It looks evil and dark.

A great entry,
Chad

Sep 03, 2008 at 09:31 AM

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p.1 #20 · #308 Medal of Hate

PhotoGunny wrote:
Chelle,

Thanks for the comments.
Though I wanted to be a Drill Instructor and train new Marines, I was given the opportunity to be a Marine Security Guard (Embassy Gaurd) instead. Do you know someone in the Marine Corps? Now I am in charge of a section of Combat photographers and Videographers that are tasked with documenting the war on terrorism.

Hey Photogunny,

I had never heard of Marine Security Guards before, so I looked it up online! Wow! You have cool job! My husband and I try to say "thanks" to the servicemen & women we meet (so THANK YOU!!!) Which isn't nearly enough.

My biological father was a Marine (unfortunately he passed away before I ever knew him). This thread made me think of a photo I have of him dressed in his Marine uniform.
I know many men are drawn to the technical side of photography (and rightfully so), but the sentimental/emotional/creative side is what captures me!

Good luck! I think you did a good job.

Chelle

Sep 03, 2008 at 01:22 PM

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p.1 #21 · #308 Medal of Hate

Chelle,

I am sorry to hear about your father, but proud to know that he was a Marine. The Marine Security Guard progam was a very cool assignment. If you are ever in a foreign country, stop by the embassy and say hello to the Marines on post. They are there 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. I appreciate your "thanks" and will pass it along to the other Marines I have here as well. Great job this week with your grandfathers watch.

seechelle wrote:
PhotoGunny wrote:
Chelle,

Thanks for the comments.
Though I wanted to be a Drill Instructor and train new Marines, I was given the opportunity to be a Marine Security Guard (Embassy Gaurd) instead. Do you know someone in the Marine Corps? Now I am in charge of a section of Combat photographers and Videographers that are tasked with documenting the war on terrorism.

Hey Photogunny,

I had never heard of Marine Security Guards before, so I looked it up online! Wow! You have cool job! My husband and I try to say "thanks" to the servicemen & women we meet (so THANK YOU!!!) Which isn't nearly enough.

My biological father was a Marine (unfortunately he passed away before I ever knew him). This thread made me think of a photo I have of him dressed in his Marine uniform.
I know many men are drawn to the technical side of photography (and rightfully so), but the sentimental/emotional/creative side is what captures me!

Good luck! I think you did a good job.

Chelle

Sep 03, 2008 at 07:26 PM


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