very rich. me likes.
Posted by rob at March 22, 2004 03:08 AMOh cool, I had never thought of using them as textures. What a cool idea. If any 3d artists *do* use them as textures, I'd love to see the turnout!
Posted by Matt at March 22, 2004 08:16 AMMemorable shot. Might sound crazy, but it has some “comic” scent to it!
Posted by Babak G. at March 22, 2004 09:48 AMExcellent, thanks! There's been numerous times where I've thought about using some of these awesome shots as textures. The exposure and light balance of them is so even it'd be perfect to use as a 3D texture. So far I haven't used any of them, mainly because I just haven't happened to be working on anything that coincided, but I'll be sure to tell you when I do! :)
Posted by Omnicrola at March 22, 2004 10:14 AMCall me old fashioned but I would hope that the 3d artists who can't be assed to get out there and take their own source photographs would actually buy them from photographers. After all, you're getting paid for your 3d work aren't you? Seriously, if you take your own photos you're going to learn something- even if you do know everything- and get a little exercise to boot.
Posted by viv at March 22, 2004 11:03 AMSam,
I love your work! This shot typified the "windows into your soul" expression for me. I see a stoic "face" worn down by time...and the various "locks" preventing anyone from venturing inside. But the door is betrayed by it's eyes(windows), and it reveals the depth lurking deep withing begging for exploration.
Woah... I just thought it was a bitchin Nautical Door. Way to read into things Andy.
Keep up the good work Sam.
Posted by Pete at March 22, 2004 01:14 PMI swear that door is similing at me, great shot!
Posted by Jeff at March 22, 2004 04:23 PM1.i like boats
2.i like sea
3.i like your pictures
You're right, of course G, it is a classic appropritaion debate (well, since the 80's at least.) I didn't quite make my point, as I was aiming more for the "get off your butt and do this yourself" approach, and don't just steal an image while surfing through lunch, that sort of thing. Appropriation is so bloody passé.
What makes visits to the visual diary at WVS so worthwhile is that it IS fresh. And personal. And we learn a lot. And it's free.
Posted by viv at March 22, 2004 06:17 PMamen.
Posted by callender at March 22, 2004 09:46 PMAnother GREAT shot. This is why i keep coming back...
Posted by jeremiah at March 22, 2004 10:41 PMIt reminds me of the adventure games that you have to find the combination of the locks to get in ("Myst" kind of games). I like this picture alot!
Posted by Ninjaess at March 22, 2004 10:50 PM