What makes the perfect photograph?It would be silly to say the perfect photograph contains a perfectly tack-sharp subject, or one where the rule of thirds is followed in exemplary fashion, or that is exposed properly (and the like) for two simple reasons. One) I've seen terrific pictures that break these rules. Two) I've seen pictures that are nothing special, though they perfectly follow the rules of photography. In that case, then, my simple question remains. Is the photograph perfect because it explains something about the photographer, or the subject, or society, or even humanity? Is it a picture that captures something unique, or that shows the photographer's body and soul?
This is a pickle of a question, it seems, as there is no simple answer. I truly dislike relativism when it comes to questions like these, for the main reason that some pictures are timeless. Whether simply aesthetically pleasing or divulging a secret of some kind, some pictures are simply better than others. The tough part, however, comes when seeking to find all elements of a good/memorable photograph into one whole. Would that whole then be a perfect photograph?
Then you may ask the difference between a photograph and a snapshot...
Today's pictures show very random things, and I don't we've had such a diversity before in a day. This is good.
Frank
His note: Only one thing to say about this Viper. SAWEET!!!
Mandy
Her note: Our Turnip from Jan is not only still kicking, but it's ALIVE!
Shannon
Her note: Awwwww the signs of spring. Baby pinecones have started to grow.
Pat
I've been taking a lot of pictures of landscapes, streets and bigger things in the past little while, so I figured I'd post a close-up to change things up. (Truth is, I was running around and didn't take any other pictures today, so I took this one.) This is at the top of Tux's scratching post and he plays with it occasionally. Looks a little worn.
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