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soul 21
{K:27572} 6/11/2006
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fotografia difficile.....
come la vita
ciao
gennaro
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Marcio Janousek
{K:32538} 5/7/2006
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Hello there.. , how you doing ?
Nice picture Rafa .
Are you liking your new camera?
Good to see your works again
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Ferran Lacruz
{K:5466} 4/21/2006
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Very journalistic capture real strong image.
Saludos Ferran
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jacques brisebois
{K:73883} 4/8/2006
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real strong capture Rafi, very well done.
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Simone Tagliaferri
{K:28180} 4/8/2006
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Una foto triste e impressionante. Complimenti.
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Czeslav Gavinkovski
{K:6800} 4/8/2006
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The piercing picture.
Great work.Bravo for very natural capture!
Czeslaw.
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Jose Ignacio (Nacho) Garcia Barcia
{K:96391} 4/5/2006
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magnificent. great documentary. wonderful portafolio.
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Jon Sobolik
{K:225} 4/4/2006
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I think you have a winner here. Many photos get no comments. Yours gets plenty and triggers controversy and debate. That to me says this photo is more than shapes on paper. It arouses emotions. I like the original and I like the crop you did for me. Its a keeper.
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Markus Scholz
{K:23722} 4/3/2006
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I like it much more, Rafi, although a cropped misery is still a misery;)
Regards, Markus
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Dr. Rafael Springmann
{K:89517} 4/3/2006
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Hi Markus,
As I put this photo up to be criticized & as I told Doyle, who am I to complain about its being criticized as long as the critique is constructive.
I also don't like all posted photos, so all I can do is thank you, like I thanked others, for being honest. I think you'll dislike the corrected photo (scoll up a bit) somewhat less.
Best regards,
Rafi
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Dr. Rafael Springmann
{K:89517} 4/3/2006
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Hi Doyle,
First, I put this photo up to be critisized, so as long as the critique is constructive, who am I to complain.
Second, I opened your photo & like it better than mine. You even succeeded in somehow to bring out better the poor woman's grim expressinon.
Best regards,
Rafi
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Markus Scholz
{K:23722} 4/3/2006
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Hi, Rafi. I didn't want to comment on this first, but since you led my attention to it I will do so. I hope you don't feel offended because I don't like the image. I don't like the selective coloring, I don't like the crop (the blurry thing at the right side is disturbing and the point of view of the lady is not decent enough. I also don't like that she is looking directly into the camera. The positive side of the image: it evokes emotions, of the viewers and of the critiquers.
Kind regards, Markus
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:101119} 4/3/2006
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Doc:
I have to say that I disagree with Jon Sobolik completely. The photo alone makes it clear that this is not (in any way, shape or form) a happy home. Frankly, the title may "Suggest" a mode of thought in photography. It can actually do no more than suggest, however. The photo must be able to stand for itself and this photo does NOT suggest a happy home life. It suggests a lack of home altogether and I, personally, think the title fitting . . . although, again, the photo speaks for itself.
I happen to agree completely with the great critique by George Balck . . . the centered position of the subject here is not the best possible spot for placement of a focal point. Much better to use the rule of thirds. I also think the selective coloring in this case was not a good idea. In addition (as though you haven't received enough criticism yet), I think a tighter crop would be MUCH better at focusing the subject matter and eliminating extranneous items which are unrelated. I have also (hoping you don't mind) attached an example of what I'm referring to for your benefit. The impact seems stronger with these changes . . . and in this kind of capture . . . the impact is what it's all about.
On the GOOD side . . . this is a great capture of a ubiquitious theme . . . and, despite the criticism, it seems to have struck a chord, does it not?
...Regards,
...Doyle I <-----
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Dr. Rafael Springmann
{K:89517} 4/3/2006
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Thank you, my dear friend Heifetz, for your various comments on my recent photo.
Best regards,
Rafi
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Dr. Rafael Springmann
{K:89517} 4/3/2006
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I tried to visit your portfolio, Mr. Sobolic, but found no photos in it. This surprised me because you comment on my "Misery" was that of a professional, or at least advanced amateur photographer. I attach the photo as I think you would like to see it, but allow myself not to agree with about the caption for two reasons. One is that I don't the person in the photo would regard living on a cardboard in the street as "a happy home." Two: my English is not good enough to come up with a fitting lyric.
You arte, of course, cordially invited to read my bio & pay fither visits to my portfolio.
Best regards,
Rafi Springmann
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Dr. Rafael Springmann
{K:89517} 4/3/2006
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I tried to visit your portfolio, Mr. Sobolic, but found no photos in it. This surprised me because you comment on my "Misery" was that of a professional, or at least advanced amateur photographer. I attach the photo as I think you would like to see it, but allow myself not to agree with about the caption for two reasons. One is that I don't the person in the photo would regard living on a cardboerd in the street as "a happy home." Two: my English is not good enough to come up with a fitting lyric.
You arte, of course, cordially invited to read my bio & pay fither visits to my portfolio.
Best regards,
Rafi Springmann
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Abid Muhammad
{K:2613} 4/2/2006
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Thank you Dr. Rafael Springmann,
I am really grateful for your kindness and valuable comment on my picture. Your comment makes me happy. I am glad to know that I am 3rd person from Pakistan in
Your friends list. Please check my other pictures and send your critiques.
It’s a critical moment in earthquake zone indeed. Thanks for your sympathy.
Soon, I look your portfolio on your web site.
I am sorry, my reply is late, and I was so busy in last days.
Looking forward hearing from you soon.
Abid.
mabidpak@yahoo.com
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Andrea Biscosi
{K:5387} 4/2/2006
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His expression is very impressive. You did an unusual portrait.Congrats.
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Ursula Luschnig
{K:21723} 3/30/2006
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What a sad story she could tell...a touching and emotive image !
Cheers,Ursula
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Heifetz Zhou
{K:1835} 3/30/2006
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Very nice shot,Rafi~~Vivid expression!!
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Tom Horton
{K:1605} 3/29/2006
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This photo repels me a bit because it seems to be exploitative. The telephoto, the partially obscured image tells me it was taken from a distance, "arms length," without any involvement with the subject...without any vulnerability on the part of the photographer. It is also somewhat manipulative of the viewer, in that you are trying to elicit a certain reaction without taking any risk upon yourself. The technical manipulations only seem to add to your disengagement with the subject.
I would rather see this subject taken closer, perhaps looking into the camera or at the photographer. I would like to feel some connection between the subject and photographer, to know that you left some of yourself at the scene, and did not just steal away into the city.
Sorry if this seems brutal, I am only trying to be honest.
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Jon Sobolik
{K:225} 3/28/2006
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I'd crop the top to get rid of the car, and crop the right to get rid of the white "thing" then I like it except for the title. To me I might see it as misery but to the person living it, it might be a happy home thus why I don't like the title. It needs a great title to make it a great shot, probably a borrowed lyric. Color is fine.
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Trish McCoy
{K:15897} 3/27/2006
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great journalistic image. very real. one of your greatest images. You captured her soul perfectly.
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George Black
{K:102014} 3/27/2006
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This is a classic piece of photojournalism--and all too recognizable in theme and subject. There is always a judgement as to composition. The subject is virtually dead-center in the frame--neither especially telling nor dynamic. In this case--since there is not much of interest in the surroundings--a tighter crop might concentrate more on the figure. Since the object of such work is objective reportage, obvious manipulation of the image seems out of place. Wouldn't all color or all b&w make a more appropriate statement about the scene? All that said, it is a very very striking and poignant image. Your $5 was well invested! Fine work . . .
--George
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Saeed Al Shamsi
{K:47735} 3/27/2006
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This is a great shot, but you surprised me, I wouldn’t think that type of life misery exists in your part.
Wonderful spot along with a message too.
Saeed
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Abid Muhammad
{K:2613} 3/27/2006
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very expressive, very expectant, very excellent,
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Dave Stacey
{K:150877} 3/27/2006
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Misery indeed, Rafi, but a good street shot and good PS work!
Dave.
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vanessa shakesheff
{K:68840} 3/27/2006
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What a sad sight .a great streetlife capture from you though rafi..nessa
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