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paul_drouillard
Hello Derek,
I certainly can't fault you for your viewpoints. For the most part they are more valid, practical and realistic than mine.
As mentioned before, I consider myself fortunate that I don't have to depend on the camera and if I did, I would surely see things differently. Long ago, I started out doing photography and soon grew to despise it. The lab proved to be a good solution for me. It kept me close to that world but allowed me the luxury of not having to depend on photography.
I especially welcome experimentation. But like most things in life, there really are no shortcuts. I believe there's a big difference between a happy accident and somebody pushing limits. Either way, the more you know, the better off you are and more likely to find a solution to the evolution of an idea. Knowledge doesn't hurt, well, most of the time.
As to the magic and anxiety? I just got back from your fine city. Even with the rain I managed to shoot a few rolls of Tri-x and TMZ 3200. I felt I came away with nothing special. I was pretty happy to see that I managed a few better than expected images. Mind you, ahem, there's been lots of times where it's been just the opposite. Damned, that's the idealist child sticking his head out again.
Have a good one, and thanks for your thoughts. Sharing is good.
Paul
I certainly can't fault you for your viewpoints. For the most part they are more valid, practical and realistic than mine.
As mentioned before, I consider myself fortunate that I don't have to depend on the camera and if I did, I would surely see things differently. Long ago, I started out doing photography and soon grew to despise it. The lab proved to be a good solution for me. It kept me close to that world but allowed me the luxury of not having to depend on photography.
I especially welcome experimentation. But like most things in life, there really are no shortcuts. I believe there's a big difference between a happy accident and somebody pushing limits. Either way, the more you know, the better off you are and more likely to find a solution to the evolution of an idea. Knowledge doesn't hurt, well, most of the time.
As to the magic and anxiety? I just got back from your fine city. Even with the rain I managed to shoot a few rolls of Tri-x and TMZ 3200. I felt I came away with nothing special. I was pretty happy to see that I managed a few better than expected images. Mind you, ahem, there's been lots of times where it's been just the opposite. Damned, that's the idealist child sticking his head out again.
Have a good one, and thanks for your thoughts. Sharing is good.
Paul