I got here from Ken's site as well, and he was right! You guys are a hoot! I've immensely enjoyed reading everything that has been written here, flames and all. I'm even checking out the rest of what Photo.net has to offer and I like it.
Back to Ken. He has demonstrated himself as a clear thinker who doesn't need me providing defense; I'll simply tip my hat to him. I quite enjoy his site. This -is- "Photo.net" so I feel compelled to list my equipment and spout photo-babble but I won't. What pushed me to write was thinking about why Ken's writings have upset people? Why has anyone gotten riled up by what he's written on his pages? And to then insult his photography? Ridiculous.
Then you've got to think that for each guy who actually posted there must have been many like minded people who just clicked on to the next link in anger. I've observed this human reaction in many other avenues of life, and it's always made me scratch my head. I'll venture a guess:
Aside from the basic flaw of taking ones self too seriously (a dangerous way to carry yourself through life) these guys seemed to ooze a sense of dissatisfaction with themselves when they spouted so vehemently. Life isn't simple enough to break down into numerical levels; his writings were for fun and reading wasn't compulsory. But perhaps the subconscious sides of these disgruntled folks knew which "level" they fit into when they read them - saw it as true - and didn't like it. Internal dishonesty prevents one from seeing things for what they are and bingo. Restless negative energy that needs to be spent.
Then again, I'm probably full of hog wash.
To everyones' credit in this forum, folks seem to have kissed and made up. Thanks again all.
Zeb.
P.S. And for crying out loud. Ken's enthusiasm about teaching that "The equipment doesn't make the art, the Artist does" should NOT be viewed as an insult against equipment lovers! He is simply ENCOURAGING those who love photography yet don't have the financial power to pour cash into exotic equipment.
And he's right to do this. There are far too many viewpoints out there that will tell you that your shots stink because you need to spend another $4,500 - we accept Credit Cards.
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I got here from Ken's site as well, and he was right! You guys are a hoot! I've immensely enjoyed reading everything that has been written here, flames and all. I'm even checking out the rest of what Photo.net has to offer and I like it.
Back to Ken. He has demonstrated himself as a clear thinker who doesn't need me providing defense; I'll simply tip my hat to him. I quite enjoy his site. This -is- "Photo.net" so I feel compelled to list my equipment and spout photo-babble but I won't. What pushed me to write was thinking about why Ken's writings have upset people? Why has anyone gotten riled up by what he's written on his pages? And to then insult his photography? Ridiculous.
Then you've got to think that for each guy who actually posted there must have been many like minded people who just clicked on to the next link in anger. I've observed this human reaction in many other avenues of life, and it's always made me scratch my head. I'll venture a guess:
Aside from the basic flaw of taking ones self too seriously (a dangerous way to carry yourself through life) these guys seemed to ooze a sense of dissatisfaction with themselves when they spouted so vehemently. Life isn't simple enough to break down into numerical levels; his writings were for fun and reading wasn't compulsory. But perhaps the subconscious sides of these disgruntled folks knew which "level" they fit into when they read them - saw it as true - and didn't like it. Internal dishonesty prevents one from seeing things for what they are and bingo. Restless negative energy that needs to be spent.
Then again, I'm probably full of hog wash.
To everyones' credit in this forum, folks seem to have kissed and made up. Thanks again all.
Zeb.
P.S. And for crying out loud. Ken's enthusiasm about teaching that "The equipment doesn't make the art, the Artist does" should NOT be viewed as an insult against equipment lovers! He is simply ENCOURAGING those who love photography yet don't have the financial power to pour cash into exotic equipment.
And he's right to do this. There are far too many viewpoints out there that will tell you that your shots stink because you need to spend another $4,500 - we accept Credit Cards.
Use what you've got, use it well, and enjoy!