This is an “official” notice of the start of the Abstract-25 Challenge. Entries have been accepted from the start of the voting for the last challenge so this post is just a reminder and an attempt to make it easier for Wendy @farmreporter to compile her handy “Weekly SH*T List”
Please tag your entry abstract-25
Starting date is the 16th September
Finishing date is the 16th October (before breakfast on the day wherever you live. This should allow all entries to have been submitted in time for selection even if a short list is composed on the 17th October)
Here are some ideas and suggestions, from Wikipedia and copied and pasted from previous challenges :
1. A definition of an Abstract Image:
Abstract photography is a means of depicting a visual image that does not have an immediate association with the object world and that has been created through the use of photographic equipment, processes or materials. An abstract photograph may isolate a fragment of a natural scene, it may involve the use of color, light, shadow, texture, shape and/or form to convey a feeling, sensation or impression, it may be produced using traditional photographic equipment or it may be created by directly manipulating film, paper or other photographic media, including digital presentations.
Basically, just choose a subject and try to see it in abstract form so that the subject is not easily recognizable. Or choose an abstract concept eg lines and angles, shapes and colours etc and go for a bit of a walk! There are no restrictions on what to shoot. You might want to try a subject that you know very well or something quite new to you. You could choose a particular angle or close in on a part of it. You will need to consider factors such as what focal length and which exposure parameters would be best to realize your vision…
3. Please keep these things in mind:
• As far as possible the actual object is not immediately recognizable – in some cases even this requirement may not be essential.
• Remember one possibility is seeing abstract before you shoot.
• Post-production - edits such as colour saturation, double exposures, contrast
enhancements and black and white or negative conversions are fine, but please, if possible, try to minimize the use of software filters that significantly change the image in order to make it abstract. (There are other challenges that focus on that e.g. ETSOOI.) However, if you have a definite idea in mind that requires this type of processing, please give it a go and maybe explain your concept in your intro.
• The images should be taken within the time frame of the challenge.
• You are encouraged to enter as many images as you like! However, for judging, only one image will be chosen from any one contestant.
• As with other challenges, the person who wins has the honor of hosting the next one.
You are welcome to post your submissions on this thread as well, in order to improve their visibility and to inspire more people.
I hope you will enjoy this ever popular challenge, and we are all looking forward to seeing your entries.
Cheers Rob
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Please tag your entry abstract-25
Starting date is the 16th September
Finishing date is the 16th October (before breakfast on the day wherever you live. This should allow all entries to have been submitted in time for selection even if a short list is composed on the 17th October)
To see all current entries go to https://365project.org/tags/abstract-25 or just put abstract-25 into the “Browse – By Tag” section at the top of the page.
Here are some ideas and suggestions, from Wikipedia and copied and pasted from previous challenges :
1. A definition of an Abstract Image:
Abstract photography is a means of depicting a visual image that does not have an immediate association with the object world and that has been created through the use of photographic equipment, processes or materials. An abstract photograph may isolate a fragment of a natural scene, it may involve the use of color, light, shadow, texture, shape and/or form to convey a feeling, sensation or impression, it may be produced using traditional photographic equipment or it may be created by directly manipulating film, paper or other photographic media, including digital presentations.
2. Two helpful articles about abstract photography are linked below:
• https://petapixel.com/2017/03/20/introduction-abstract-photography/
• https://www.adorama.com/alc/abstract-photography-for-beginners-9-tips-for-capturing-stunning-abstract-images
Basically, just choose a subject and try to see it in abstract form so that the subject is not easily recognizable. Or choose an abstract concept eg lines and angles, shapes and colours etc and go for a bit of a walk! There are no restrictions on what to shoot. You might want to try a subject that you know very well or something quite new to you. You could choose a particular angle or close in on a part of it. You will need to consider factors such as what focal length and which exposure parameters would be best to realize your vision…
3. Please keep these things in mind:
• As far as possible the actual object is not immediately recognizable – in some cases even this requirement may not be essential.
• Remember one possibility is seeing abstract before you shoot.
• Post-production - edits such as colour saturation, double exposures, contrast
enhancements and black and white or negative conversions are fine, but please, if possible, try to minimize the use of software filters that significantly change the image in order to make it abstract. (There are other challenges that focus on that e.g. ETSOOI.) However, if you have a definite idea in mind that requires this type of processing, please give it a go and maybe explain your concept in your intro.
• The images should be taken within the time frame of the challenge.
• You are encouraged to enter as many images as you like! However, for judging, only one image will be chosen from any one contestant.
• As with other challenges, the person who wins has the honor of hosting the next one.
You are welcome to post your submissions on this thread as well, in order to improve their visibility and to inspire more people.
I hope you will enjoy this ever popular challenge, and we are all looking forward to seeing your entries.
Cheers Rob