On my recent vacation to Savannah I had the opportunity to visit the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and to experiment with some camera movement.
Here's some of my favored results. The last three images were taken on my iPhone, the first being a nighttime shot of the cathedral itself.
Just posting to engage discussion, would love to flush out thoughts and understand if there are any common favorites/dislikes etc.
Every opinion gratefully accepted, good or bad.
Love how the feet are sharp in the first one.Really like the last one too. The others might be better if you used contrast, sharpness or brightness on a part of the image to create a subject for the eyes to land on. The first and last images have this which is why I probably like them more
Thanks for the input R1ch. I have actually tried what you suggested on these and others, and it doesn't work for my taste.
I feel the lack of contrast & detail give a more of a dreamy look, others of course may disagree.
I understand this is more experimental and artistic. I guess my brain likes images that have a subject or landing place. I do like the dreamy look. Perhaps I am trying to see these as a panning shot where my brain want to see something sharp or in focus. I only supply feedback because you asked.
Hey Rich, don’t get me wrong, I really appreciate the feedback.
This kind of work is always highly subjective so you personal view is both extremely valid and helpful.
Thanks for taking the time to voice your perspective.
Respect the vision here, Alan.
For me, many of these shots are more, "architectural," or "detail," in nature and I find myself wanting to see the scenes for what they are. As a result, the ICM approach feels "forced," on a subject that doesn't warrant it. Do you have more exaggerated attempts you can share?
As you often say though, just one person's opinion here, so if you like it, that's all that matters.
I hear you loud and clear Robert, thanks for the feedback. Here are a couple of similar shots, but with greater movement.
Actually, the 2nd was the one I meant to post originally (it's hard to keep straight...) and speaks to Jennifer's feedback.
I'd be interested to know your preferences between these and the originals
I really like the third. Great sense of motion with the figures in the stained glass.
Thanks for your feedback Peter, it's good to hear your voice.