Quoting Kevin Waterson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:
> In recent times, I seem to have lost the joy of photography.
> What started over 20 years ago as a small concern has grown to an
> enjoyable and profitable lifestyle. Then along comes digital. Not
> that there is anything wrong with the new technology per se, I was
> in fact one of the first kids on the block with an *istD and now
> own three of them.
>
> My problem is that photography has become more of a production line
> than an art. Many have argued that only the capture mode has changed
> and rather than a darkroom, everything can be done on a computer. Wrong.
> All these things can be _simulated_ on a computer, which is an entirely
> different technology. Sure, there is an 'art' to computer enhancement
> and digital manipulation, but what of the art of photography. It seems
> to me it has been replaced by 'digital workflow' and other buzzwords.
>
> Capturing images with digital still maintains an artistic approach where
> composition and an eye for a good photo are important, but what then?
> I imagine the same dissilusionment was suffered by painters with the
> advent of photography, but like the painters of old, many stuck to
> thier art and it still flourishes today.
>
> To this end I have decided not to play the digital game and instead
> spend my time on furthering the art of photography. Whilst film is still
> available I can use that, perhaps I will pick up an 8x10 or 4x5 and go
> back to the good ol' days of coating my own plates (provided the chemicals
> used are not classified as WMDs and I am arrested as a terrorist).
>
> I will still maintain a digital camera, perhaps pick up a new MF digital
> when Pentax decide one is right for release. But for now, I figure on
> sticking to film and the darkroom. Perhaps there is a niche for me in the
> world because I will stick with the old technology, perhaps not. At least
> with a good negative, some of history will be maintained and not lost in
> a pile of decaying discs.
>
> So for now, my MZ-S, my array of K-1000's and my 6x7 will rule the roost.
> The *istD's will still be used, but not nearly as often.
>
> Kind regards
> Kevin
>
> --
> "Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch.
> Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote."
>
> Dear Kevin, I too have some of those same feeling. Your just brave enough to
put them to word. Thank you, sgstory
