Re: [Leica] Super wide use

["Dan Post" <dpost@triad.rr.com>]

Jem-
WOW! Dramatic! I like that!
I think the predominant idea that I have been getting from all those who
replied to my query, is that the wide angles, particulary the wider wide
angles will make for a more three dimensional feeling if there is a
jusdiciouly place object in the foreground, not too far to the side, and
with it pointing to the central subject matter- actually, a lot like a
classical painting composition. Most of the really effective ones I have
been shown have that classic triangular composition, with two dominant lines
running right up to the subject! Yours is really classic with the line that
runs across the ends of the fingers leading to the face, and the other line
from the hand seeming to delineate the lower part of the body, the body
making the third side to a triangle- balances the face and the guitar, and
makes it work! I don't know if I could use a 15 without getting my belt
buckle in the shot, but you "done good" as they say here in th' sunny souf!
Dan
- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Jem Kime" <jem.kime@cwcom.net>
To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2001 10:56 AM
Subject: [Leica] Super wide use


> Dan,
> Look for strong foregrounds which lead back to something worth revealing.
I
> felt happy with this shot of this performer, Elevi. Shots which worked
less
> well (during this shoot) had less happening close to the camera, though it
> can all depend on what effect you're seeking, drama or naturalness.
> I took some fine interiors which look completely normal, if no-one's in
the
> picture (or at least if they're situated centrally) they can just look
> really spacious and natural.
>
> Taken with a 15mm Pentax Takumar on a Leicaflex SL2.
>
> http://members.tripod.co.uk/JemK/widelevi.jpg
>
> Jem
>
> -----Original Message-----
> Dan Post posted...
>
> Can anybody PLEEZ tell me about HOW the heck to use a SUPER W-i-d-e lens?
> Relating some experiences and problems you've had would be quite
> informative!
> My shots look, well, sort of trite. I have gotten good enough to keep
> verticals from going all catty-wumpus, but I think I am missing something.
>
>