PF PHOTO CONTEST - It's All There, In Black And White (2/24-3/2)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a photo contest themed "It's All There, In Black And White," where participants share and critique black and white or grayscale images. The focus includes the rules for submission, the nature of the photographs, and the aesthetic qualities of black and white photography.

Discussion Character

  • Contest-related
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Main Points Raised

  • Participants are required to submit only black and white or grayscale images, with specific rules about modifications and sizing.
  • Some participants share their previous entries and express nostalgia for steam locomotives, noting how they lend themselves well to grayscale.
  • Several participants compliment each other's photographs, highlighting the emotional and aesthetic impact of the images.
  • There is a discussion about the technical aspects of photography, including the use of digital cameras versus actual black and white film.
  • One participant expresses uncertainty about their chances of winning against the quality of other submissions.
  • Another participant mentions the challenge of voting due to the high quality of entries.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the quality and appeal of the photographs submitted, but there is no consensus on which images are superior or how to evaluate them for the contest.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the technical requirements for image submission, such as resizing and proper linking. There are also discussions about the subjective nature of photography and personal preferences in aesthetic qualities.

Who May Find This Useful

Photography enthusiasts, participants in online contests, and individuals interested in black and white photography may find this discussion relevant.

  • #31
Wow I was going to try to take a picture to submit but I don't know if there is much point! There are a lot of very awesome pictures in this contest!
 
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  • #32
scorpa said:
Wow I was going to try to take a picture to submit but I don't know if there is much point! There are a lot of very awesome pictures in this contest!
Give it a go! Your picture of the walking path through the trees would have been a great B&W image for this contest.
 
  • #33
scorpa said:
Wow I was going to try to take a picture to submit but I don't know if there is much point! There are a lot of very awesome pictures in this contest!
Scorpa, please contribute. Based on your photos in other contests, I'm sure you can make a worthy contribution here!
 
  • #34
I had a tough time choosing between this picture or the picture that would have been my entry for bridge over troubled water. As I posted the bridge picture in the disqualified thread I figured I would go with this one as at least it is new.

SheilaBW.jpg
 
  • #35
Ancient Ruins

http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/8238/iranyp1.png
 
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  • #36
Ben and Sam

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  • #37
Chi Meson said:
Benandsam.jpg

:smile: I LOVE IT! It looks like he's about to write 'ben' in the snow.
 
  • #38
cyrusabdollahi said:
:smile: I LOVE IT! It looks like he's about to write 'ben' in the snow.

:smile: Leave it to a guy to notice that. And here, I was just thinking that he's going to get some social worker all in a tizzy with that and will be getting a knock on his door shortly. :rolleyes:
 
  • #39
scorpa said:
I had a tough time choosing between this picture or the picture that would have been my entry for bridge over troubled water. As I posted the bridge picture in the disqualified thread I figured I would go with this one as at least it is new.

SheilaBW.jpg

I LOVE THIS!:!)
 
  • #40
Math Is Hard said:
I LOVE THIS!:!)

Thank you MIH, I was very lucky to get a shot that good of her. She is a pure bred German Shepherd, abour 12 years old now and unfortunately her age is catching up with her.
 
  • #41
scorpa said:
I had a tough time choosing between this picture or the picture that would have been my entry for bridge over troubled water. As I posted the bridge picture in the disqualified thread I figured I would go with this one as at least it is new.

SheilaBW.jpg
What a cutie! :-p Beautiful picture. I love the expression on her face. When I see an animal focusing like that, I can't help but wonder - what is he or she thinking.
 
  • #42
Astronuc said:
When I see an animal focusing like that, I can't help but wonder - what is he or she thinking.

"Who made that yellow snow?"

:biggrin:

Zz.
 
  • #43
Chi Meson said:
Benandsam.jpg
Hey Chi, starting your kids on Sam Adams pretty early, eh?

I agree with Cyrus, it does look like he's preparing to write in the snow. Either that, or he worships trees. :smile:
 
  • #44
cyrusabdollahi said:
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Hey Cyrus, very cool. Where is that? I am guessing Iran, but it could easily be Syria or Egypt.
 
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  • #45
ZapperZ said:
"Who made that yellow snow?"

:biggrin:

Zz.
We have a dog too.

Anyone living in the snow belt with a dog is familiar with yellow snow and poopsicles. :biggrin:
 
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  • #46
Astronuc said:
Hey Chi, starting your kids on Sam Adams pretty early, eh?

I agree with Cyrus, it does look like he's preparing to write in the snow. Either that, or he worships trees. :smile:
Gotta water the lemon tree... (if you've seen The World's Fastest Indian, you know.) :biggrin:
 
  • #47
turbo-1 said:
Gotta water the lemon tree... (if you've seen The World's Fastest Indian, you know.) :biggrin:

I missed that movie :cry: I keep meaning to rent it, I've heard it's pretty good!
 
  • #48
scorpa said:
I missed that movie :cry: I keep meaning to rent it, I've heard it's pretty good!
It's based on a true story - keep that in mind when you watch the DVD. :wink:
 
  • #49
Astronuc said:
What a cutie! :-p Beautiful picture. I love the expression on her face. When I see an animal focusing like that, I can't help but wonder - what is he or she thinking.

I took that picture quite some time ago but if I remember right the other dog was at the other end of the driveway and she was getting ready to take after him.
 
  • #50
scorpa said:
. . . . and she was getting ready to take after him.
Even dogs are not immune to that guy/girl tension. :smile:
 
  • #51
Oh, what the hey... here's mine.

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Zz.
 
  • #52
That's a fairly depressing picture ZapperZ. Beautiful, but oddly depressing.
 
  • #53
Yes, I can do "depressing" when I feel like it.

:)

Zz.
 
  • #54
Astronuc said:
Hey Cyrus, very cool. Where is that? I am guessing Iran, but it could easily be Syria or Egypt.

Your first guess was correct. :wink:
 
  • #55
Astronuc said:
Hey Chi, starting your kids on Sam Adams pretty early, eh?
Just to make it clear, 2-year-old Benny was NOT given a full bottle. In fact, I can personally attest, and I will swear to this in any DCF proceedings, the bottle was not even half full!

And also, to put your worries further to rest, Benny wandered home LESS than two hours later. He's a very responsible young man.
 
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  • #56
You have less than 2 days left to submit a photo for this contest, if you dare! So far, all the pictures have been outstanding, so this promises to be another difficult contest to vote on.

Zz.
 
  • #57
alex caps said:
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Checked out your website. You got some great skills.

marlon
 
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