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Photographer's Note
What does it mean to be a kid?
Well, choo eeediot..., it meaannnns your not old enough to drink...or, does it? I drank when I was a "kid". Is it age, well, we've all met youngsters who were beyond their years in ability and demeaner...Would I call someone a kid who could play Brahms Intermezzo in E minor, Op. 116 with all of the subtlty of an aged professional. Don't we adults feel like the child when A son/daughter rolls their eyes at us when we do something incredibly stupid....
I have this story.
I was trying to teach my daughter how to play baseball. Finally, she was interested in something I liked (after she lost interest in songs about boogers during the long ride to my home). I was going to instill all of the technique and knowledge that I aquired in my vast years of experience.
After a few rounds of toss, I noticed she was aiming too much...the ball sailed in extremely slowly after much concentration on her part. I then promptly said, "don't aim, just look and throw" WHEN, in came a 60 mph (fast when you're not expecting it) white globe buzzing above my head an into the street.
Now, in my infinite wisdom, I decided that playing ball in the sideyard of my house was a good idea. A narrow strip of land, yes, but it offered some nice distance and kept us away from the street.
Well, after the haircut I received from her fast ball...I said, no no...your doing it all wrong. You have to look where your throwing the ball and aim without concentrating too much.
I then...
offered a demonstration of the quick handedness (ala Tinkers to Evers to Chance) that I was refering to. I instructed my young daughter to come stand next to me and toss me the ball. I would then catch, adjust and throw the ball into the fence in one swift movement. Brilliant, she would see the incredible fluidness of my skill...she would understand the action a good double play requires...I AM ALL OVER THIS PARENTING THING!
Courtney, my daughter, then sauntered up to me...picked up the ball and glanced at me with bored eyes. Knowingly, I winked and said..."toss me the ball". Which she did very nicely. I caught the ball, turned my hips and swung my left leg into place. As my foot planted, I pulled the ball from the glove; wrenched my arm backwards and unleashed the fury of an underworked 30 year old arm. In an instant the ball flew from my hand at an incredible, arm breaking 20 mph...
...and straight into the brand new vinyl siding on my house; breaking off a piece and rolling to a stop in the middle of the yard. My lovely daughter then broke into uncontrollable laughter and called me stupid.
Who is the kid?
Chris
Printed on Ilford Warmtone Paper.
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Polonaise
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(5802) 2007-11-26 16:39
Something must have happened to your head Chris, after that baseball exercising with Courtney, and that’s why it’s so hard to recognize your style in this photo…???
I’ve got to tell you this, brother…
It’s a marvel..
A marvel of photography
A marvel of panning in photography
And… One of the best kid photo I’ve seen on TE…!!!!
It’s a pure crystal gift, Chris…
The dynamics of it, the final presentation…
The mono tones are just as perfect for this beauty as mono tones can be…
A mixture of good ol’ school and the pixelited bravado…
It’s a major stuff..ehrr… D-major, op.118 stuff - that is…
PS: I’m not a panning expert, but if master Claire will arrive somehow in your gallery (she will…she will…), she can evaluate that panning business much better than me… (They don't call me "The panning idiot" for nothing !!! )
(Especially…That this ‘running’ child somehow resembles her extraordinary production of ‘running ‘child !!!)
Chris, dear pal…
You’ve produced something extraordinary…
Something to be proud about… Something to go around & boast about..
OK…OK.. Go ahead…
You can (finally) spit on my head from high above…!
avene
(12675) 2007-11-26 17:43
ah, this is such a cool shot! i feel i get dizzy just by lookind at it :) so fast, even explosive, so full of emotion, i definetly love it. and i totally agree with the b&w version, i find that the different colours would distract from what's most important in this shot - the excitement, the frozen moment of great speed. great shot, my compliments.
best,
kristine
p.s. i usually go kid-mode whenever i see pile of autumn leaves that some diligent worker has just carefully moved them together. dunno, just jave to jump there. must confess, once i was chased out of the park by a furious man, me with high heels and all.
Clairedelune
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(4923) 2007-11-26 19:25
What can I say, dear Chris?
I have been named, long time ago, in another life, the queen of panning. But, I'll tell you. I would gladly exchange my panning photos (with all the too many points I received for them) for this one. As simple as that. Well. I can't. So, I am giving you my crown instead! :)
"It's a marvel." has said George. I can't agree more. I LOVE it. It is Beauty. It is Fun. It is Fast. It is Joy. It is PANNING! It is Photography! And it is a Favorite!
Period!
Claire
InasiaJones
(31566) 2007-11-26 19:44
Hi Chris,
Welcome to NostalgiaFair, where lights and movements brings you back in the 50's...
Maybe it's the grain, maybe it the wagons, maybe it's the motion, probably a bit of everything, but this photography possess some wonderful "retro" qualities... The expression of your daughter certainly contributes a lot to the "amusement park" atmosphere, as well as her hair floating in the air and adding a sense of velocity.
This is more than a simple "technical panning" and the fluidity that you have achieved conveys a feeling of dreamy, childish memory and to a certain extent, a cinematographic sequence.
In this overall dark light situation, the face of your daughter comes out slightly paler, which is good.
An excellent "atmospheric shot".
Take care,
Andrι
Wanda1
(15142) 2007-11-26 21:48
Hi Christopher,
You have caught an amazing moment in time. I can almost feel the wind and the speed of it all. I love the expression of the girl and the feeling of exhiliration. Black and white as usual also adds something special to the shot, especially with the graininess. Great work!
Regards
Wanda
syd1946
(1167) 2007-11-26 22:57
Hello Chris,
What a story again acompanied with a great photo and capture!It is an excellent example of a panning techinque.But it is not only this...it is something deeper.kid is the life and the future...an unstopable way to enjoy and learn!
Friendly Regards,
Thomas
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(1618) 2007-11-27 5:23
Hi Christopher, another beautiful shot of this impressive scene, one almost feels that is on that ride aswell by just admiring it, well done, I really enjoyed admiring it, good composition, position of view and exposure, well done, thanks for sharing it with us, regards, Joao Salas
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Angshu
(56760) 2007-11-29 1:11
Hi Chris
When I see your pictures, I feel a loss of words, I don't know...the feeling's so strong yet my vocabulary is inadequate. I read your notes, so refreshing, original and flowing. the effect of dizziness is strong, the ecstasy on her face so very clear despite the motion..a masterful panning shot, but more than that it oozes the spirit of joy of freedom.
Best Regards my friend
Angshuman
jguisado
(595) 2007-12-03 15:55
I really am impressed by this image, Crhistoper. I am attracted mainly by the light that surrounds the head of the girl, like aureola. Do You have used some piece of black cardboard when enlarging the image over the paper? Good work
Saludos,
Pepe
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AnimeshRay
(9089) 2008-01-16 11:59
Chris,
A stunning image of childhood fun, a beautiful song not in words but with light, your notes a perfect accompaniment.
Bravo! A favorite.
Animesh
Manamo
(3710) 2008-01-17 17:39
Chris, you posted this a long time ago. I saw it in the gallery right away and told myself I had to comment on that one. It's too good.
I really mean it. There is no need to get lost in words. The important is the feeling it brings to the viewer. It made me feel good. It brought me back to some good time I was spending playing outside in the yard when I was her age. It's not just that. It's any moment of joy that we get in this adult life that subtly brings back the feeling we had in those rollercoasters. Some call it nostalgia. I personally don't like the word, but I think it's the right one. It's comfortable, it's warm.
I like how the picture looks as a whole. the deep shadows focus our attention very quickly on the girl's face. There we find joy. And our eyes get stalled, right there. Nowhere to go. That's some very very efficient and clever pp.
sorry that I only have good comments...trash will be for next time;)
The kid is you buddy.
Marc
Photo Information
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Copyright: Christopher Wallish (prezntime)
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(3946) - Genre: Άνθρωποι
- Medium: Μαύρο & Ασπρο
- Date Taken: 2007-08-00
- Categories: Μετακίνηση
- Camera: Nikon FM3A, Nikkor 45mm f/2.8 p, Ilford Delta 3200
- Έκδοση φωτογραφίας: Πρωτότυπη έκδοση
- Θέμα(τα): AR's Favorites 101-200 [view contributor(s)]
- Date Submitted: 2007-11-26 15:49
- Αγαπημένα: 1 [view]
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