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Published: 2004-11-14 16:54:46 +0000 UTC; Views: 2643; Favourites: 66; Downloads: 350
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Description Went down to another waterfront setting today, and the weather was again perfect.

This is one of my faves from the shoot.

Models: Nicola and Max, my sister and nephew

technical:

I again challenged myself with just a tripod and my Olympus Camedia C-350 Zoom.

No filters, and the only post-processing was a little levels work, to make the silhouettes really black. Sky unaltered

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resized for print
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Comments: 129

maxtacia [2006-07-21 13:12:10 +0000 UTC]

this is just wonderful*

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bigdavec In reply to maxtacia [2006-07-22 10:17:49 +0000 UTC]

Awww thanks a lot and thanks also for the

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EdgeFx1 [2006-01-28 20:57:10 +0000 UTC]

nice the sillhouetes really did coem out wicked in here

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bigdavec In reply to EdgeFx1 [2006-01-29 02:03:20 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much, it was purely by fluke it has to be said, but nonetheless, the best ones are always accidents

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rakastajatar [2005-11-09 22:24:19 +0000 UTC]

i was going to buy this print . .but i have found it's not available anymore. :/

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bigdavec In reply to rakastajatar [2005-11-09 22:28:32 +0000 UTC]

That'll be because it's available at *ArtistsForCharity . Even better Go buy from them

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rakastajatar In reply to bigdavec [2005-11-09 22:33:29 +0000 UTC]

yeah but i wanted the money to go to you.
oh well.

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bigdavec In reply to rakastajatar [2005-11-10 07:09:46 +0000 UTC]

Well, you're very kind. At least it's going somewhere worthwhile if you still choose to buy it

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ninazdesign [2005-10-02 19:21:32 +0000 UTC]

EXQUISITE!!!

from … Nina

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annikenhannevik [2005-10-02 02:37:14 +0000 UTC]

This is just sooo B E A U T F U L

Much love from Anniken

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bigdavec In reply to annikenhannevik [2005-10-02 09:43:41 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much Anniken. I'm really glad you like it.

The was an extra added bonus

Much love

Dave

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annikenhannevik In reply to bigdavec [2005-10-04 01:02:55 +0000 UTC]

No problem sweety

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Miracle-Madness [2005-09-04 14:26:08 +0000 UTC]

what a wonderful shot! the composition is rather touching, might i say and the orange sky looks amazing.

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bigdavec In reply to Miracle-Madness [2005-09-04 21:25:22 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, one dear to my heart

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jkiner [2005-08-24 00:00:09 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful composition...

The silhouette contrasted against a serene sky creates a very inviting picture...

Hues are perfect...

Exposure is spot on...

Framing is great as well...

A very nice picture...

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stumbleine179 [2005-05-26 17:57:09 +0000 UTC]

Absolutely beautiful composition!

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bigdavec In reply to stumbleine179 [2005-05-26 19:26:14 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so very much for the kindness and

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pedrocastro [2005-05-08 01:49:13 +0000 UTC]

Wow, wow... just wow!

I love silhouettes, and this is a nice one.

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bigdavec In reply to pedrocastro [2005-05-08 09:06:13 +0000 UTC]

Well thanks a lot, for the comment and the

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pedrocastro In reply to bigdavec [2005-05-08 19:34:51 +0000 UTC]

my pleasure

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viralcode [2005-04-25 20:13:18 +0000 UTC]

great shot man, nice lighting, really good colours, looks awesome

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lewcid [2005-04-22 11:23:43 +0000 UTC]

A beautiful shot indeed. Even more impressive for the lack of extensive post-processing. I love the serene tones and the silhouette is perfect. Excellent placement of the sun too. I'd love to give some suggestions, but I dont know that this could be much better. As for the centredness of it, nothing wrong with that. As useful as things like the 'rule of thirds' is, its really just a guideline and its good to experiment. With the recent trend to absolutely avoid centered photographs, this one actually comes across as refreshing.

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bigdavec In reply to lewcid [2005-04-22 17:18:57 +0000 UTC]

I really appreciate your extensive analysis of this, my second favourite piece. I think the rule of thirds is a brilliant rule, but is only applicable to 99% of situations. The idea behind it is to help you look around the scene before being drawn straight into the main focus. However, in this instance for example, it's pointless, because there is of course nothing else to look at, the the central position gives it more impact. That's how I see it anyway

Cheers Saq

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lewcid In reply to bigdavec [2005-04-22 18:49:12 +0000 UTC]

Second favorite piece? Which is the first?

I honestly think that the rule of thirds is applicable to, or should be used in, at the most... say 33% of situations. Yes I just pulled that number out of no where.

Just because a scene can be composed with the rule of thirds does not make that the best composition. A lot depends upon what you are trying to convey with the image. For example....... this shot of yours..... You could have zoomed out and composed it with the silhouettes in the bottom right quadrant (dividing the image into a grid of 3x3). You would have much more sky and water, and the shot would fit the rule of thirds. However, the shot would have changed completely and the emphasis would have been on the water and sky... and not the silhouette as it is now. Since your intended key element was the silhouette, this composition works better than adhering to the rule of thirds.

Yes, sometimes the rule of thirds can help improve the composition, but its not always the case. Adhering to it often would result in a monotonous and boring style. Very very few, if any, of my photographs use the rule of thirds. Thats not by accident, its simply been the case that for my intended purpose, other styles of composition have worked better.

I know, I know. I talk too much sometimes.
Cheers, have a great weekend.

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bigdavec In reply to lewcid [2005-04-22 18:52:12 +0000 UTC]

Haha I couldn't agree more. It's a nice general guide, but by no means a general rule, put simply

Btw, my favourite is multitude

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lewcid In reply to bigdavec [2005-04-22 19:12:47 +0000 UTC]


I'll check it out.
Im at work and theres nothing to do right now... so in a sense Im getting paid to browse dA.

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apoch [2005-04-08 04:57:56 +0000 UTC]

Yah this is a fantastic shot, I can see why you are proud of it.

in my list of greats.

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bigdavec In reply to apoch [2005-04-08 15:10:07 +0000 UTC]

Aww thanks so very much, both for the encouragement and the

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Boeing747 [2005-03-16 20:02:21 +0000 UTC]

Wow, a very wondeful shot, i love it how there is no detail on them, they are just black. The sun in the background is spectacular too

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matthudd [2005-03-14 01:58:31 +0000 UTC]

Fantastic Sillouhette, im really astonished by this.. am incredibly impressed by the work in your gallery... if you dont mind i'd like to +watch you ?

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bigdavec In reply to matthudd [2005-03-14 17:10:45 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much, really glad you liked it, and an extra thanks for the

Dave

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matthudd In reply to bigdavec [2005-03-14 21:34:16 +0000 UTC]

no probs m8, well desrved fav! check my gallery if you have time

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xCHAPx [2005-03-13 18:41:44 +0000 UTC]

Amazing!

+fav definately.

I love the colours and the silhouettes of your sister and nephew is mesmirising.

Great picture all together.

...It's safe to say that your pictures are addictive.

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bigdavec In reply to xCHAPx [2005-03-14 17:15:36 +0000 UTC]

haha well i'm chuffed... really humbled by your kind words. And it goes without saying that i'm hugely appreciative of the

All the best

Dave

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xCHAPx In reply to bigdavec [2005-03-15 11:49:38 +0000 UTC]

Hey, you deserve it - your photography is...just...wow. You'll be hearing from me more, I can tell ya that.

--David--

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Iamwiley [2005-02-19 18:27:29 +0000 UTC]

I am glad that you stopped by my gallery, i would not have had the chance to see this image otherwise! I am in awe of the clarity of the silhoutte, i can even determine that for sure is the mother or a female! To be able to capture any emotion in something as subjective as a silhoutte is just humbling! This image tells a very beautiful story! Congratulations!

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bigdavec In reply to Iamwiley [2005-02-20 13:07:50 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much. i can\'t believe how well this turned out. It was a real rush to get it done before sunset and i\'m so chuffed with the result.

Thanks very much for your extra kind words and also the : fav:. They are highly appreciated

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AngelicStudios [2005-02-06 09:23:59 +0000 UTC]

such a beautiful shot and wishlist simply stunning

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Shalora [2005-02-04 19:26:57 +0000 UTC]

That is absolutely gorgeous! I love how it's silhouetted. You definately chose teh perfect moment to press the shutter; I love the position of the woman and the child. My only critique would be that it seems really centered (rule of thirds). Other than that, it's absolutely perfect. Bravo!

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bigdavec In reply to Shalora [2005-02-05 10:06:35 +0000 UTC]

Well I took about 50 photos and this one was the best....and it did come out just right. The ironic thing is they were initially on a third... to the right, but due to cropping for sizing they ended up in the centre Oh well, can't have everything

Thanks again

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shaterddreamz [2005-02-03 01:29:43 +0000 UTC]

a very successful challenge!

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Irishcat [2005-01-30 23:11:18 +0000 UTC]

This is beautiful in a very simple and precious way. The sky just glows. I love how it is the source of color in the photo. I also really like how the light surrounds the silhouettes. It results in a very peaceful view. It seems like one of those special moments that occur all too infrequently in our lives.

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bigdavec In reply to Irishcat [2005-01-31 09:09:03 +0000 UTC]

Absolutely... trouble is we rarely recognise them until they've passed...

Thanks very much for your extensive comment

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javanti [2005-01-30 18:18:52 +0000 UTC]

Amazing. I love the silhouette!

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bigdavec In reply to javanti [2005-01-30 18:55:58 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the and the very kind words.

Dave

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javanti In reply to bigdavec [2005-01-30 19:05:20 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome!

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Heidi-V-Art [2005-01-30 16:50:55 +0000 UTC]

What a beautiful sunset! The silhouettes and the title goes so well with the photo!

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exorp [2005-01-29 18:46:48 +0000 UTC]

I can see why this is your featured deviation. Absolutely amazing. You captured just the right moment in time as the mother walked infront of the sun. Perfect composition, love the colors. Great work!

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bigdavec In reply to exorp [2005-01-29 18:49:26 +0000 UTC]

thank you so very much. I really do appreciate your support

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SteavieLea [2005-01-28 03:31:00 +0000 UTC]

This tells a story, and you have captured what I believe to be a moment in time that is truely memorable perhaps to you, but a memory that we all possess. Using sillouettes, makes it more personal to our memories as we could be imagining this as a moment in our own lives. I really enjoyed looking at this.

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