Shel Belinkoff wrote:
And, what's wrong with being a bit critical and "hard" on someone's work?
You say that as though this is a place solely for bestowing kudos and
finding the good in every photo or gallery.
I don't know where this came from. I never stated or implied such.
Candid comments are quite valuable. But the critiques, in my opinion,
should be of the actual photos, instead of expressing disappointment
that other photos are not included.
That, imo, is ridiculous. No
one will learn anything by being hand fed only complimentary comments.
I agree with this, and if you have ever heard me on photography, you
would know that I am very opinionated about what makes a photo work or
not work.
Whether you, or anyone else, agrees with my assessment is unimportant.
What is important is that those who post here get candid comments and
critiques, and perhaps a little push urging them on to do better and more
compelling work.
Indeed. I've not advocated otherwise.
Boris, IMO, has the potential to do better. Boris has a good eye, is
concerned and considerate of his environment, wants to tell stories with
his work rather than just make snapshots that are technically well
executed. Based on conversations with Boris I believe he appreciates being
pushed a bit - he asked that comments be honest and even brutal. I think
my comments are honest and strong (not brutal).
I have no doubt that Boris is capable of very good work. I've seen the
evidence. And your critiques are often quite insightful. In this
instance, however, to dismiss the photos- which stand quite well on
their own- because of your own preconception of how Neve Tzedek =should=
be photographed, is, in my opinion, unfair to the work as presented.
Doug
