2nd Place~Man Ray~By Michael Puff by Canon DSLR Challenge

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11-NOV-2006	Michael Puff

2nd Place~Man Ray~By Michael Puff

This piece has been in the back of my mind since the component pieces were shot (outside the challenge period) but I've never gotten around to finishing it. Traveller's excellent topic spurred me to get off my duff and finish it.

Canon EOS 20D ,Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM
1/125s f/5.6 at 40.0mm iso200 hide exif

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Date/Time	11-Nov-2006 18:43:54
Make	Canon
Model	Canon EOS 20D
Flash Used	No
Focal Length	40 mm
Exposure Time	1/125 sec
Aperture	f/5.6
ISO Equivalent	200
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Metering Mode	matrix (5)
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Exposure Program	program (1)
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Guest		19-Apr-2007 04:43
Debbi, the instrument is a violin. It is certainly out of proportion to the size of a human (but I don't think Man Ray would mind), hence you might well wonder if it is a larger string instrument. It is actually the model's violin. He's a very talented musician. -Michael

Guest		18-Apr-2007 22:41
Covering the most interesting part of the...is it a viola? LOL Debbi

Canon DSLR Challenge		17-Apr-2007 18:02
Wild stuff - well done. ~ Lonnit

Guest		17-Apr-2007 16:03
Uploaded a new version which softens the transition of the curve on the strings. Thanks to all for the input. -Michael

Canon DSLR Challenge		17-Apr-2007 13:17
I like this one!!!Elena

Canon DSLR Challenge		13-Apr-2007 22:29
Great concept and a beautiful image..almost perfect. The strings have lost some definition and the bend on the.. neck.. grip (?) is also a little abrupt, I would have attempted a smoother curve there. Just to say something :) This is very elegant. -Kiki2

Canon DSLR Challenge		10-Apr-2007 10:27
Beautiful Michael, subtle, great light and B&W... it's a Puff... what else need be said? ~ Regards Melbob

Guest		10-Apr-2007 00:11
Yes, 'tis indeed me. Thanks, all, for the comments. -Michael

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 15:44
Not hard to guess the Artist for this one! Wonderful concept beautifully executed! The top part of the neck of the instrument looks a little odd to me, maybe it should be under his hair to make it appear more like part of his body? Just musing though, it's a fantastic image as is! CJ

Julie Bird		08-Apr-2007 08:40
I add my applause for a wonderfu, artisitc vision and execution.

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 07:13
Fantastic. Now this is ART. I can't imagine anything that would fit the challenge theme better than this. Just wonderful. I, too wish this could be in eligible, but in the end, what difference does it make? Jim H.

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 06:46
LOL, thanks. I wouldn't think this image would be too hard to guess since I've posted with this model in a previous challenge. I will wish that everyone who is interested in photographing models should get as lucky as I to work with such a talented individual. I explained the concept and bingo, it was in front of me. And yes, the Man Ray image which inspired me was in my mind back in Nov when the component pieces were shot.

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 06:15
On third thought, I can guess who did the wonderful work...but even for you, this is Exceptional. Best Wishes, Traveller

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 06:03
Traveller, naw, nothing shot recently, all shot in November. However, all the pieces were shot with this specific composite in mind...I just never completed it. But hey, Exhibition is good. At least you finally got me to finish the concept. Thanks!!!

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 06:00
Crap, crap, crap...I guess we'll leave it here...but I'm damned unhappy about it. Best Wishes, Traveller

Canon DSLR Challenge		08-Apr-2007 05:59
Special dispensation....My God, this belongs in Eligible! If you don't move this over I will.Winner, winner, winner...it's my challenge and I make the rules. Was nothing shot recently? Hummmm...Now I'm really torn. Best Wishes, Traveller