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Gerry, regarding significance of series (see Lamais Savickas's Gallery for an example:

I don't think we "must" see photos in the context of whatever series the photographer intended (seemingly in this case), but I think it's useful to consider series before obsessing on individual shots. It's common for 35mm photographers to relish the contact sheets of their favorite photographers...series are similar.

I'm surprised nobody else has commented on Lamais Savickas's series.

It's very interesting and deep photo. Simple paper gave you a wonderful image.
Robert Khatchatrian
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Just when you think creativity has taken a long hibernating sleep it wakes up with an image like this.

"It's like looking at a pretty wall paper. How long can one stare at wall paper."

Oh, I don't know -- how long can one stare at Adams, Rowell, Lanting, or Picaso, Rembrant, Michalengelo, etc...
Or even many photographers on this website!

Well,
i like this image... but i like AS image, not AS photo! I would like to know... is this a photography?

Wall paper does what wall paper is supposed to do. Be an attractive confection. Dessert. Not quite a filling main course. I like dessert a lot,too much at times. But for the main menu, not what I seek out. Actually, my first reaction to this was to recall ribbon candies they used to sell.Eye candy.

John, if I look at contact sheets, I may see that the photographer circled one that he or she chose. And that choice is his or hers. It is interesting, because it may reveal the mind of the camera person. That I agree. If I am to evaluate a series, why do the elves select a single photo. I know, because they want one that will be representative enough to spark discussion by itself . Some of course will be then motivated to dig deeper into the other similar works of the author. If I see a Monet, I will probably want to see a lot more of his lily ponds, that is likely. I see your point too I believe. I conclude most viewers here haven't commented on his other works because they are motivated to look at this one as a representative the elves picked.

Gerry, I think the Elves were mistaken in asking that this image be evaluated out of its natural context. The usual practice of zeroing in on one photo is reasonable, but since it usually leads to awestruck praise or pissant criticism, I don't think it's a great idea overall.

The Elves ask "why is it a good picture, why does it work" etc. This is a good picture because its beauty and repetitive character draws attention, the same way most music does.

It could easily be "improved" by tighter cropping, but that kind of detail concern, when expressed by people who don't bother to look at context, is not necessarily helpful or even well intended.

If a person didn't look at the Gallery before reviewing (as I initially failed to do), aren't they too shallow to comment usefully?

I like to think not, John.

I further suggest that your personal view in quotes is not representative. Valid for you.Not for me. Can't speak for the whole commenting community nor the elves of course. Guess the last word might have to come from Savickas on that thesis.

Am inclined to think abstract composition does not so much lend itself to need for a series to get honest and interesting comments, as, let us say, documentary or sports photography).

A very interesting optic effect. Makes me feel a little dizzy. Best regards

Since music was brought into the discussion let me ask is it necessary to listen to every piece that Bach composed to know whether or not we like or enjoy the piece we're listening to at the time? I don't think so.

ONE photograph should be able to stand on its own, whether part of a series or not. This photo stands on its own and doesn't need anything else added IMO. The fact that it IS part of a series isn't pertinent here. This forum is for discussing 'this image' as stated in the guidelines for the POW. We're not directed to look at any other photograph whether part of a series or not.

I like very much the nuances and the patterns created by the paper and the subtle light. It's a beautiful work.

But, as Walter Tatulinksi, this work reminded me furiously the photographies of Walthall (thank you for having remind me his name), and as Jeremy Thompson, I have a preference for Walthall's pictures because they were more rythmic.

I tried to find the referenced series. I found two, which really didn't add a lot to my appreciation I must say. Abstractions can be a lot of fun and I have tried a few now and then,they are tricky to set up and light. Many have appeal and charm and interest. If this one does not, for me ,it might even relate to some subconscious memory or something. (Maybe a past dream of being caught in a swarm of box jellyfish off the beach at Sand Island. Who knows..:-).)

I hail the photographer for experimenting. I do not want to sound like I would try to dismiss that appeal, as if I even could . It is just personal. I wish the best to you Mr Savickas. Youe gallery shows much talent at large , in my opinion.

So cool! Ever try doing it with bedsheets--I have and the image was really nice...i folded the bedsheets and found nature grooves that made for an interesting image.

Really wonderful. Great lighting

Wonderful image, god work

David.

I really love this image and it immediately caught my eye with its uniqueness and great flowing contrasts. Technically everything looks good to me and I like this composition better than the other one as it feels more balanced and natural. My suggestion and it is only that, as the photo is great as is, just something to think about. The image has no point of emphasis and no scale reference. Adding an object among the folds might work and then again it might take away. Anyway, I would keep working in the vein to see what else it might yield.

I hope you had enough paper left on the roll to print the image of this beauty!

Very nicely done.

 

The simple idea where semi-transpaernt surfaces meet to make a contrast of dark and light is the simple beauty of this piece.

Cool for people into this sort of thing. My problem is that I get tired of looking at it. I find the three anomalies and then there is nothing more to do. Like saying something flawlessly that has no meaning.

OK, I realize that that is part of the game, I just don't want to look at it for long.

Just love this image. It's so abstract and so real.

Extraordiary image. Very graceful and eye pleasing. Thanks for sharing it!

Beautiful... stunning... lovely...elegant......