IainB
9th of May 2005 (Mon), 17:57
When I set this challenge, I figured there would be some wide interpretations of this topic, and I have not been disappointed. Thanks to each one of you for entering.
To me, body language conveys a mood, feeling or thought, and I’ve judged each entry on how strongly it impacts. Regrettably, I’ve had to play ‘hard ball’ with some of you! There are only three posting rules, and one states that the photo title must be in the message line. In fairness to all, I have stuck to that rule, and three entries have to be disqualified.
I’m breaking with tradition and posting the winners first! (Not sure how to post links to the photos, sorry.)
The winner! :lol:
Digidog: “Mona Lisa” Now this would make a brilliant jigsaw puzzle! There is so much going on in this shot that you can study it for ages. In places it is quite hilarious. Imagine those who have queued for ages to see the famous Lady, only to stand at the back of the crowd, camera raised above head, for a measly photo! Others seem quite disinterested and are looking around. Of course there are some going “Aaaah!” Congratulations on a great shot. But I read somewhere that photos are not allowed in that part of the gallery….. J
2nd Place
Dchemist: “The Lady” Who said you get frail in your old age? What I love about this shot is the sense of independence and determination in the old lady’s demeanour. The way she is carrying that crutch says plenty… “I certainly don’t need this!” or “Just try anything, young man, and I’ll give you a biff round the ear!” A well taken shot, (on your knees?).
3rd Place
Bottombracket: “Officer, I didn’t do it” There is a stark impact about this shot that is loaded with mood. While we can’t see the faces, the body language tells lots. The two felons seem resigned to their fate while for the officers, it seems like just another day on the job. The setting – an austere, unattractive building, is enough to make me shudder. Excellent composition.
A brief comment about the others, in order of posting:
KC Jewel: "A little help here!" (I'd better make it clear I omitted commenting on this one in my first posting of results through my own unparalleled dimwittedness rather than through any fault of the photo or photographer, as my draft notes would clearly show!) KC Jewel, you were fast out of the blocks in posting this one. It has me guessing what happened next...skid marks along the sand...two kite surfers....a pair of shorts left behind...Such possibilities! I do think there could be a great shot in this subject matter -perhaps a different angle, perspective or closeup to create a little more impact and drama.
Gkuenning: “Chance Encounter” One of my favourites, as it expresses sheer childish joy – a wonderful emotion. As a shot, it’s a bit soft, but better that than missed altogether!
Monkey-wrench: no title This is another super shot, and certainly would have been ‘in the finals’ had there been a title! The grey mode is a brilliant choice of mood-enhancement. The posture of the old man and the angle of the seats all work so well. He’s holding a note…Has he been to the doctor, or is he on his way there…? Going to collect his pension? Whatever it is, he’s deep in thought. A favourite shot.
RAW: “Unseparated” The graffiti and the empty bench next to the woman, contrast with the tiny dog and the eye contact the young woman has with her pet. Good title, and not an easy shot to take without causing her some anxiety is such a setting. Another favourite!
4nR: “Shhh, he’s working” I feel any impact has been lost by retreating to a safe distance for this shot. Unfortunately it becomes just a shot of someone carving. A ‘drive-by shooting’ would have been worth the risk here.
Boutty: “Hello?”This is a nice shot in sepia, and while it’s a good photo, it’s not strong in the body language category as the boys are 'aware', and deliberately responding.
Feihung08 “Ho-hum” You realised this entry didn’t fit the criteria. See you in the next challenge!
Partridge9 “Speaking Volumes” Kids on stage can be a terror, but this shot needs a bit more action for my liking. There’s not quite enough boredom, and ‘get on with it, we’re bored!’ in the body language of the others.
Marie: “Kicks all round” Trust Marie! I’m not sure I want to be seen agreeing with this title J but we’ll take it that Marie does! Clever, and brave even, (who’d want to be seen shooting this shot?) but I don’t feel it has enough impact, even though one player is standing quietly taking in the view...
txfirebug: “You want it done by when?” This seems to be a familiar sight around building sites anywhere. It has the right ingredients, but I feel it needs more of the building’s size to emphasise the enormity of the work ahead of the men. That might have made the shot very difficult.
Kidpower: “Inner City Stranger” I like the confidence shown to get this shot. It’s not what many of us would be keen to try. That said, the shot is posed, and body language less obvious. He looks pretty well-fed too.
CiderSpy: no title I take it that this kid posed for the shot, so his expression is created for the camera. He looks like trouble!
Thefly: “waiting for a rainy day” Isn’t that a sun umbrella? The monochrome gives the shot an appearance of in the past, but it’s too static for my liking. True, the lifeguard (?) may be bored, or even glad to be sitting in the sun. Maybe he wishes rain would come so he can have a day off…. I’d like to see his face for a clue.
abat: “The Seal Kiss” I can’t help but like this. The blur of the child’s face strongly portrays the frantic urge to avoid that fishy breath and wet slobber! Difficult I know, but a bit of sharpness on the seal or foreground would have helped. Dad in the background is loving it!
bikerider: no title I’m not sure how risky this sort of shot is. Bikers can be fickle, I know, but the shot is rather too static to send a message and taken from a safer angle. Maybe a riskier ‘drive-by’ shot is needed to get a close-up of expressions.
Again, thanks to all for entering. Let’s see what digidog sets as a challenge…:lol:
To me, body language conveys a mood, feeling or thought, and I’ve judged each entry on how strongly it impacts. Regrettably, I’ve had to play ‘hard ball’ with some of you! There are only three posting rules, and one states that the photo title must be in the message line. In fairness to all, I have stuck to that rule, and three entries have to be disqualified.
I’m breaking with tradition and posting the winners first! (Not sure how to post links to the photos, sorry.)
The winner! :lol:
Digidog: “Mona Lisa” Now this would make a brilliant jigsaw puzzle! There is so much going on in this shot that you can study it for ages. In places it is quite hilarious. Imagine those who have queued for ages to see the famous Lady, only to stand at the back of the crowd, camera raised above head, for a measly photo! Others seem quite disinterested and are looking around. Of course there are some going “Aaaah!” Congratulations on a great shot. But I read somewhere that photos are not allowed in that part of the gallery….. J
2nd Place
Dchemist: “The Lady” Who said you get frail in your old age? What I love about this shot is the sense of independence and determination in the old lady’s demeanour. The way she is carrying that crutch says plenty… “I certainly don’t need this!” or “Just try anything, young man, and I’ll give you a biff round the ear!” A well taken shot, (on your knees?).
3rd Place
Bottombracket: “Officer, I didn’t do it” There is a stark impact about this shot that is loaded with mood. While we can’t see the faces, the body language tells lots. The two felons seem resigned to their fate while for the officers, it seems like just another day on the job. The setting – an austere, unattractive building, is enough to make me shudder. Excellent composition.
A brief comment about the others, in order of posting:
KC Jewel: "A little help here!" (I'd better make it clear I omitted commenting on this one in my first posting of results through my own unparalleled dimwittedness rather than through any fault of the photo or photographer, as my draft notes would clearly show!) KC Jewel, you were fast out of the blocks in posting this one. It has me guessing what happened next...skid marks along the sand...two kite surfers....a pair of shorts left behind...Such possibilities! I do think there could be a great shot in this subject matter -perhaps a different angle, perspective or closeup to create a little more impact and drama.
Gkuenning: “Chance Encounter” One of my favourites, as it expresses sheer childish joy – a wonderful emotion. As a shot, it’s a bit soft, but better that than missed altogether!
Monkey-wrench: no title This is another super shot, and certainly would have been ‘in the finals’ had there been a title! The grey mode is a brilliant choice of mood-enhancement. The posture of the old man and the angle of the seats all work so well. He’s holding a note…Has he been to the doctor, or is he on his way there…? Going to collect his pension? Whatever it is, he’s deep in thought. A favourite shot.
RAW: “Unseparated” The graffiti and the empty bench next to the woman, contrast with the tiny dog and the eye contact the young woman has with her pet. Good title, and not an easy shot to take without causing her some anxiety is such a setting. Another favourite!
4nR: “Shhh, he’s working” I feel any impact has been lost by retreating to a safe distance for this shot. Unfortunately it becomes just a shot of someone carving. A ‘drive-by shooting’ would have been worth the risk here.
Boutty: “Hello?”This is a nice shot in sepia, and while it’s a good photo, it’s not strong in the body language category as the boys are 'aware', and deliberately responding.
Feihung08 “Ho-hum” You realised this entry didn’t fit the criteria. See you in the next challenge!
Partridge9 “Speaking Volumes” Kids on stage can be a terror, but this shot needs a bit more action for my liking. There’s not quite enough boredom, and ‘get on with it, we’re bored!’ in the body language of the others.
Marie: “Kicks all round” Trust Marie! I’m not sure I want to be seen agreeing with this title J but we’ll take it that Marie does! Clever, and brave even, (who’d want to be seen shooting this shot?) but I don’t feel it has enough impact, even though one player is standing quietly taking in the view...
txfirebug: “You want it done by when?” This seems to be a familiar sight around building sites anywhere. It has the right ingredients, but I feel it needs more of the building’s size to emphasise the enormity of the work ahead of the men. That might have made the shot very difficult.
Kidpower: “Inner City Stranger” I like the confidence shown to get this shot. It’s not what many of us would be keen to try. That said, the shot is posed, and body language less obvious. He looks pretty well-fed too.
CiderSpy: no title I take it that this kid posed for the shot, so his expression is created for the camera. He looks like trouble!
Thefly: “waiting for a rainy day” Isn’t that a sun umbrella? The monochrome gives the shot an appearance of in the past, but it’s too static for my liking. True, the lifeguard (?) may be bored, or even glad to be sitting in the sun. Maybe he wishes rain would come so he can have a day off…. I’d like to see his face for a clue.
abat: “The Seal Kiss” I can’t help but like this. The blur of the child’s face strongly portrays the frantic urge to avoid that fishy breath and wet slobber! Difficult I know, but a bit of sharpness on the seal or foreground would have helped. Dad in the background is loving it!
bikerider: no title I’m not sure how risky this sort of shot is. Bikers can be fickle, I know, but the shot is rather too static to send a message and taken from a safer angle. Maybe a riskier ‘drive-by’ shot is needed to get a close-up of expressions.
Again, thanks to all for entering. Let’s see what digidog sets as a challenge…:lol: