#308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

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Steve Spencer
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p.1 #1 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

I used one of these goblets for my very first weekly assignment a long time ago, and returning to this subject reminds me of how much I have learned by participating in these assignments. These goblets have been passed down in the family for over 100 years. I love all the colors in the reflections, but it is a challenging subject as it picks up reflections from everywhere. To try to control the reflections I shot this in a dark room with a very long exposure and the only light coming from an off camera flash bounced off the ceiling. Comments and critiques are much appreciated.

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Edited by Steve Spencer on Sep 01, 2008 at 07:05 PM GMT

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Model	Canon EOS 20D
Date	2008:09:01 19:55:17
Original date	2008:08:31 23:15:46
Exposure time	30 sec
Focal length	85mm
Focal number	f/5.6
ISO speed	200 ISO
Exposure compensation	-0.7

Edited on Sep 02, 2008 at 12:05 AM

Sep 01, 2008 at 05:29 AM

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p.1 #2 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Hi Steve,

I like the different reflective colors on the goblet. That is really cool that it's been in your family for so long....Wow!

I have a few suggestions, but of course do what feels right for you. I think I would crop the shot in on the right side to match the left, and I'd show the entire goblet...

Chelle

Sep 01, 2008 at 07:31 PM

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p.1 #3 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Hey Steve, Love the shot! Good stuff!! I'm going to have to agree with Chelle, generally you want to offset the image for a more natural and artistic appearance as both Strad and I have done in our shots. However with a symmetrical piece I find it usually not necessary. Perhaps a little off the right side and a little more on the left would give it the right breathing room. You’ll know just how much feels right to you. I hope you don't mind the input. It really is a strong and well presented shot!

Edited on Sep 01, 2008 at 08:22 PM

Sep 01, 2008 at 08:17 PM

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p.1 #4 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

I think I'd agree that this one suits a symmetrical presentation. If the stem has some interest, I'd go with Chelle and try showing the entire base. If that doesn't work for you, you might try cropping more from the bottom, so we only see the first "bulb" at the top of the stem.
Lovely job showing the colors and facets.

Sep 01, 2008 at 09:36 PM

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p.1 #5 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

seechelle wrote:
Hi Steve,

I like the different reflective colors on the goblet. That is really cool that it's been in your family for so long....Wow!

I have a few suggestions, but of course do what feels right for you. I think I would crop the shot in on the right side to match the left, and I'd show the entire goblet...

Chelle

Hi Chelle,

Thanks for your kind comments and thoughtful advice. Your advice was very helpful.

Best wishes,

Steve S.

Sep 02, 2008 at 12:06 AM

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p.1 #6 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Vipermike wrote:
Hey Steve, Love the shot! Good stuff!! I'm going to have to agree with Chelle, generally you want to offset the image for a more natural and artistic appearance as both Strad and I have done in our shots. However with a symmetrical piece I find it usually not necessary. Perhaps a little off the right side and a little more on the left would give it the right breathing room. You’ll know just how much feels right to you. I hope you don't mind the input. It really is a strong and well presented shot!

Hi Mike,

Thanks for your nice comments. Your advise was very helpful.

Best wishes,

Steve

Sep 02, 2008 at 12:15 AM

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p.1 #7 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Photon wrote:
I think I'd agree that this one suits a symmetrical presentation. If the stem has some interest, I'd go with Chelle and try showing the entire base. If that doesn't work for you, you might try cropping more from the bottom, so we only see the first "bulb" at the top of the stem.
Lovely job showing the colors and facets.

Hi Jess,

Thanks for the advise on the crop. It was very helpful. I also appreciate the kind words about the image. Best wishes,

Steve S.

Sep 02, 2008 at 12:16 AM

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p.1 #8 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

That looks really nice, Steve. I like this version a lot!

Chelle

Sep 02, 2008 at 01:01 AM

Vipermike

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p.1 #9 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Perfect!

Sep 02, 2008 at 03:23 AM

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p.1 #10 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Hi Chelle and Mike,

Thanks for looking again and for your very helpful advice.

Best wishes,

Steve S.

Sep 02, 2008 at 11:42 PM

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p.1 #11 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

Nice colors, and I especially like the rim lighting on the bottom half!
~ Carrol

Sep 03, 2008 at 03:18 AM

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p.1 #12 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

I like the tight crop on this shot. It emphasize the age of the glass. Love the inclusion of wine as well.

Great shot,
Chad

Sep 03, 2008 at 09:28 AM

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p.1 #13 · #308 Great Great Grandma's Goblet

That is a beautiful goblet and a beautiful shot. Good luck!

BLR

Sep 03, 2008 at 03:54 PM


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