pulled from the past ... FYI, andy
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2002 09:52:52 -0800
From: Marilyn <marilyn@rglobal.net>
Subject: Gallery
D.L. Shipman
Betty's Rose: This is a pleasing photograph. It has a 3-D quality - due to
the dark background, I think. Nice detail. I feel as if I could actually
touch the petals and feel their velvetiness (did I just invent a word?).
Deen Hameed
Light On Water: I, too, am fascinated by the reflections and movement of water
playing on rocks and sand. It has kind of a poetic feel to it, doesn't it?
This photograph says "peace and tranquility." I like it.
John Lee
Leap!: Since your description doesn't say - are we to assume this is a self
portrait, John? {;-> Whether it is or not, it's a delightful photograph. I
like the fact that the subject is going out of the frame. It gives a feel of
the joy and playfulness of running through the sprinkler.
Christopher Strevens
Dorking Cemetery: I see the irony of the juxtaposition of the restaurant sign
and the cemetery. I can't quite tell that the scene behind the sign is a
cemetery, though, and wouldn't have known without your description. Perhaps
the photograph could be taken from a higher angel (you do carry 20 foot ladders
everywhere with you, don't you, Chris?) then the headstones would be more
visible.
King/Arthur
Kieran's Irish Pub: I thought this was comical and interesting. The message
of the photograph(s) actually says a lot. How such a small and simple change
(removing glasses) can give a totally different perspective on something.
Greg Fraser
Siesta: Nice textures and design. This photograph shows a portrait does not
always have to be "face on" to be affective.
Jose Luis Vasconcellos
The day my father died: When first viewing this photograph, and before reading
your description, Jose, I knew it showed death and not just someone taking a
nap. I was a little shocked, although I don't know why. I see death in the
newspapers and on newscasts everyday. Maybe I was shaken because we don't see
it in the Photoforum gallery, often. Now I've had time to think about the
image, I find it touching and revealing. My take is that you wanted to share a
very important and personal moment with us, Jose. Thank you for trusting us
with your feelings.
David Small
Long May They Wave: A great photojournalistic (my take on the subject) shot.
I can see this in the newspaper or in Newsweek.
Jeff Spirer
Homage to Don Manuel: Photographically I like all the textures and tones in
this image. Feeling-wise I think this photograph denotes your sadness and
respect for the artist this photograph pays homage to. You achieved what you
were after, Jeff.
Bob Talbot
Nature Abstract: I have no idea what this is, Bob. Will you please let us in
on the subject matter? Photographically it is well done and very interesting -
in other words, a successful image.
Angela Turnpaugh:
This slice-of-life photograph shows exactly how a group of 12 year-old boys
would look while learning to line dance. I can almost read their minds by
looking at the expressions on their faces.
Rob Miracle
Falling Falls Fall: Don't be so hard on yourself, Rob. This is a very nice
photograph. I like the way you used the tree branch as framing; you got the
colors of the trees and brush , their reflections in the water, and the feel of
falling water. If it were my image, I'd have brightened the orange and yellows
of the trees and brush a little. The slight curve in the scene gives the image
an expansive feel.
Thank you to all who shared their work and to Andy and his hard-working staff
for hanging the exhibit.
