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Tried going all Lars Van De Goor...and it all went wrong! · **2 Likes**

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I really admire the work of Lars Van De Goor Getting up early for some forest fun with the K-1 turned out to be a bit of a disaster.
Oh well, back to the drawing board!

stein · 06-12-2016, 01:46 AM

Well, I could spill all kind of nonsense around, but I've learned (the hard way, no blog stories to support that) that being yourself sometimes is the way to do it. Even if you admire someone else's work. I see nothing wrong on this excellent shot and I'm sure that even though you might think otherwise, there must be more of great keepers from your amusing adventure

Peter Nutkins · 06-12-2016, 01:54 AM

Originally posted by stein

Well, I could spill all kind of nonsense around, but I've learned (the hard way, no blog stories to support that) that being yourself sometimes is the way to do it. Even if you admire someone else's work. I see nothing wrong on this excellent shot and I'm sure that even though you might think otherwise, there must be more of great keepers from your amusing adventure

Thanks Stein...have a great day

**Kerrowdown** · 06-12-2016, 01:54 AM

A cracking wee tale, if it were all easy... we wouldn't try to do it.

Peter Nutkins · 06-12-2016, 01:55 AM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

A cracking wee tale on your blog, if it were all easy... we wouldn't try to do it.

Thanks Kerrowdown...have a good one!

**Tas** · 06-12-2016, 02:25 AM

Originally posted by purplemelon

Tried going all Lars Van De Goor...and it all went wrong! Report Post Like purplemelon's Post Lens: 77mm f1.8 Ltd Camera: Pentax K-1 Photo Location: Beacon Hill, Leicestershire ISO: 100 Shutter Speed: Above 6s Aperture: F10 Posted By: purplemelon, 31 Minutes Ago (Online) I really admire the work of Lars Van De Goor

Well Peter there's a lot to admire about Lars's work, a lot of which is in post, having said this he needs a good image to work with and there's no shortage of those on his webpage. Lars does a good job of working with contrast and colour to enhance his compositions and the shapes he sees and captures. He's bloody good alright, and an excellent pick for taking inspiration from I reckon.

Good on you for the work you've put into your this shot, there's a real Sherwood Forest feel to your image and if this is where you're starting at then wow, once you work out your style you'll be inspiring plenty of others too.

Hooroo mate,

Tas

Peter Nutkins · 06-12-2016, 02:29 AM

Originally posted by Tas

Well Peter there's a lot to admire about Lars's work, a lot of which is in post, having said this he needs a good image to work with and there's no shortage of those on his webpage. Lars does a good job of working with contrast and colour to enhance his compositions and the shapes he sees and captures. He's bloody good alright, and an excellent pick for taking inspiration from I reckon.

Good on you for the work you've put into your this shot, there's a real Sherwood Forest feel to your image and if this is where you're starting at then wow, once you work out your style you'll be inspiring plenty of others too.

Hooroo mate,

Tas

Thanks Tas....you are very kind!

beanphoto · 06-12-2016, 02:35 AM

Not familiar with Lars' work but I do like this shot. Will check out his work.

Peter Nutkins · 06-12-2016, 02:47 AM

Originally posted by beanphoto

Not familiar with Lars' work but I do like this shot. Will check out his work.

You can find his work here Lars van de Goor Photography Art

**Kerrowdown** · 06-12-2016, 02:52 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by purplemelon

Thanks Kerrowdown...have a good one!

I know now where your going wrong... your not using a Hasselblad for your imagery like Lars Van De Goor does.

You'll get instantly the same picture results when you do, no problem.

Peter Nutkins · 06-12-2016, 07:18 AM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

I know now where your going wrong... your not using a Hasselblad for your imagery like Lars Van De Goor does.

You'll get instantly the same picture results when you do, no problem.

he he he.....

---------- Post added 12th Jun 2016 at 07:38 AM ----------

Originally posted by Tas

Well Peter there's a lot to admire about Lars's work, a lot of which is in post, having said this he needs a good image to work with and there's no shortage of those on his webpage. Lars does a good job of working with contrast and colour to enhance his compositions and the shapes he sees and captures. He's bloody good alright, and an excellent pick for taking inspiration from I reckon.

Good on you for the work you've put into your this shot, there's a real Sherwood Forest feel to your image and if this is where you're starting at then wow, once you work out your style you'll be inspiring plenty of others too.

Hooroo mate,

Tas

Tas...just read your kind words to my better half and she had a tear in her eye. Thank you again for the encouragement.

Imagination4 · 06-12-2016, 11:06 AM

Beautiful lighting and dreamy like effect.

**Tas** · 06-12-2016, 03:23 PM

Originally posted by purplemelon

Thank you again for the encouragement.

Some say the sky's the limit. I just don't think Jacques Cousteau or Neil Armstrong would agree.

And nor should you Peter. I meant what I said and look forward to seeing what you create in the future.

Tas

Murra54 · 06-12-2016, 05:08 PM

I lie the image, not being familiar with Lars work. It has some lovely lines through it drawing the eye down the gap between the trees. I also enjoy the sinuous shape of the trees in the fore ground.

To me seeing this image as a failure can only happen if you are trying to slavishly copy some other persons work.

McGooble · 06-12-2016, 09:49 PM

I like this a lot. The branches and roots have very interesting curves, very fantastical.

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06-12-2016, 01:46 AM	#2
stein Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Subotica Photos: Gallery Posts: 235	Well, I could spill all kind of nonsense around, but I've learned (the hard way, no blog stories to support that) that being yourself sometimes is the way to do it. Even if you admire someone else's work. I see nothing wrong on this excellent shot and I'm sure that even though you might think otherwise, there must be more of great keepers from your amusing adventure

06-12-2016, 01:54 AM	#3
Peter Nutkins Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Exeter Photos: Albums Posts: 442 Original Poster	Originally posted by stein Well, I could spill all kind of nonsense around, but I've learned (the hard way, no blog stories to support that) that being yourself sometimes is the way to do it. Even if you admire someone else's work. I see nothing wrong on this excellent shot and I'm sure that even though you might think otherwise, there must be more of great keepers from your amusing adventure Thanks Stein...have a great day

06-12-2016, 01:54 AM	#4
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,863	A cracking wee tale, if it were all easy... we wouldn't try to do it.

06-12-2016, 01:55 AM	#5
Peter Nutkins Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Exeter Photos: Albums Posts: 442 Original Poster	Originally posted by Kerrowdown A cracking wee tale on your blog, if it were all easy... we wouldn't try to do it. Thanks Kerrowdown...have a good one!

06-12-2016, 02:25 AM	#6
Tas Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Brisbane, QLD Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,202	Originally posted by purplemelon Tried going all Lars Van De Goor...and it all went wrong! Report Post Like purplemelon's Post Lens: 77mm f1.8 Ltd Camera: Pentax K-1 Photo Location: Beacon Hill, Leicestershire ISO: 100 Shutter Speed: Above 6s Aperture: F10 Posted By: purplemelon, 31 Minutes Ago (Online) I really admire the work of Lars Van De Goor Well Peter there's a lot to admire about Lars's work, a lot of which is in post, having said this he needs a good image to work with and there's no shortage of those on his webpage. Lars does a good job of working with contrast and colour to enhance his compositions and the shapes he sees and captures. He's bloody good alright, and an excellent pick for taking inspiration from I reckon. Good on you for the work you've put into your this shot, there's a real Sherwood Forest feel to your image and if this is where you're starting at then wow, once you work out your style you'll be inspiring plenty of others too. Hooroo mate, Tas

06-12-2016, 02:29 AM	#7
Peter Nutkins Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Exeter Photos: Albums Posts: 442 Original Poster	Originally posted by Tas Well Peter there's a lot to admire about Lars's work, a lot of which is in post, having said this he needs a good image to work with and there's no shortage of those on his webpage. Lars does a good job of working with contrast and colour to enhance his compositions and the shapes he sees and captures. He's bloody good alright, and an excellent pick for taking inspiration from I reckon. Good on you for the work you've put into your this shot, there's a real Sherwood Forest feel to your image and if this is where you're starting at then wow, once you work out your style you'll be inspiring plenty of others too. Hooroo mate, Tas Thanks Tas....you are very kind!

06-12-2016, 02:35 AM	#8
beanphoto New Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 22	Not familiar with Lars' work but I do like this shot. Will check out his work.

06-12-2016, 02:47 AM	#9
Peter Nutkins Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Exeter Photos: Albums Posts: 442 Original Poster	Originally posted by beanphoto Not familiar with Lars' work but I do like this shot. Will check out his work. You can find his work here Lars van de Goor Photography Art

06-12-2016, 02:52 AM - 1 Like	#10
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,863	Originally posted by purplemelon Thanks Kerrowdown...have a good one! I know now where your going wrong... your not using a Hasselblad for your imagery like Lars Van De Goor does. You'll get instantly the same picture results when you do, no problem.

06-12-2016, 07:18 AM	#11
Peter Nutkins Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Exeter Photos: Albums Posts: 442 Original Poster	Originally posted by Kerrowdown I know now where your going wrong... your not using a Hasselblad for your imagery like Lars Van De Goor does. You'll get instantly the same picture results when you do, no problem. he he he..... ---------- Post added 12th Jun 2016 at 07:38 AM ---------- Originally posted by Tas Well Peter there's a lot to admire about Lars's work, a lot of which is in post, having said this he needs a good image to work with and there's no shortage of those on his webpage. Lars does a good job of working with contrast and colour to enhance his compositions and the shapes he sees and captures. He's bloody good alright, and an excellent pick for taking inspiration from I reckon. Good on you for the work you've put into your this shot, there's a real Sherwood Forest feel to your image and if this is where you're starting at then wow, once you work out your style you'll be inspiring plenty of others too. Hooroo mate, Tas Tas...just read your kind words to my better half and she had a tear in her eye. Thank you again for the encouragement.

06-12-2016, 11:06 AM	#12
Imagination4 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Illinois, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 55	Beautiful lighting and dreamy like effect.

06-12-2016, 03:23 PM	#13
Tas Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Brisbane, QLD Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,202	Originally posted by purplemelon Thank you again for the encouragement. Some say the sky's the limit. I just don't think Jacques Cousteau or Neil Armstrong would agree. And nor should you Peter. I meant what I said and look forward to seeing what you create in the future. Tas

06-12-2016, 05:08 PM	#14
Murra54 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Bendigo, Victoria Posts: 389	I lie the image, not being familiar with Lars work. It has some lovely lines through it drawing the eye down the gap between the trees. I also enjoy the sinuous shape of the trees in the fore ground. To me seeing this image as a failure can only happen if you are trying to slavishly copy some other persons work.

06-12-2016, 09:49 PM	#15
McGooble New Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 15	I like this a lot. The branches and roots have very interesting curves, very fantastical.