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Liberte - Gay Pride
Copyright ©2004, Eugene Donohoe HoF Win ♥ ¤1 $
The Gay Pride movement had its annual parade last Saturday week and I went in to take some shots. It poured and poured rain. I found a spot in a doorway and attached the trusty old 50-200 lens and got some shots in. I particularly like this one. It reminds me of a painting by a French guy, I think Delacroix, which I think was entitled "Liberte" and which depicted the French revolution and its victory for the people on the day. It sort of says to me 'like it or not, we're here and we shall overcome'. I really admired them for their dedication to fight for their rights and especially it was such an awful day weather wise but their good humour and dedication brought out the sun of hope. I'm posting two versions - colour and b/w. I wonder which one you like/prefer - if either?!
| Photographer: | Eugene Donohoe HoF Win ♥ ¤1 $ |
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| Folder: | Eugene Donohoe - Misc Rated |
| Uploaded: | 2004-Jul-12 20:13 EDT |
| Current Rating: | 8.80/5 (Weighted rating: 8.44) View all ratings Delete my rating |
| Copying allowed: | No |
| Camera: | Olympus E-1 |
| Lens: | Olympus 14-54mm f2.8/3.5 |
| Lens Adapter: | None |
| ISO: | 100 |
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| Flash: | No |
| Tripod/Monopod: | No |
| Critique Level: | Dead Honest Critique |
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Color is my choice
The day is so wet and grey, the image must be about tyhe color of the flag. I like this image very much.
E. Edwin Ennor ~ (E³) HoF Win ♥ ¤ $ at 20:28 EDT on 2004-Jul-12 [Reply]
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Hi Edwin
Many thanks again for your comments. I'm jumping between the two but at the moment I think I prefer the b/w! Tomorrow I'll prefer this one!
Cheers
Eugene
Eugene Donohoe HoF Win ♥ ¤1 $ at 18:42 EDT on 2004-Jul-13 [Reply]
Nice shot!
Just saw this image Eugene! One of the favs I have see of the parade. I love the rain coming acoss the frame its perfect. I prefer the colour by an uncomparable amount I just think it has a lot more to say. Really cool shot.
Matthew Barnes HoF ¤1 at 15:22 EDT on 2004-Jul-14 [Reply]
Color Preferred
I have to agree with Matthew in this case. The color image is vastly superior, IMHO, to the black & white photograph. However, it is clear from the forum contributors that opinion varies. We all see things so differently. Great shot Eugene!
Blayne Gervais Win ♥ ¤ $1 at 09:56 EDT on 2004-Jul-15 [Reply]
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Thanks very much Matthew and Blayne for your comments. I think on reflection you're right - the colour does add something extra and special.
Best...
Eugene
Eugene Donohoe HoF Win ♥ ¤1 $ at 17:41 EDT on 2004-Jul-15 [Reply]
Brilliant
Eugene, this a wonderful shot, full of life! I prefer it in colour, it has more of a positive impact IMO. And I see what you mean about the 'Liberté' part of it - it's there.
Great pic. Yvonne
Yvonne Steinmann HoF ♥ ¤ $1 at 04:13 EDT on 2004-Jul-16 [Reply]
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Hi Yvonne
Thanks for your comments. I'm looking forward to visiting lake garda in a few weeks time!
Best wishes to you
Eugene
Eugene Donohoe HoF Win ♥ ¤1 $ at 22:17 EDT on 2004-Jul-16 [Reply]
Excellent Capture
i don't see how this shot could have been framed any better. The color definitely stands out amidst the rainy day, and the patron holding the flag really communicates a sense of strength & pride.
Ramon Nayar $1 at 20:20 EDT on 2004-Oct-12 [Reply]
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Cher Pascal,
Que j'écrirai en anglais et obtiendrai des poissons de Babel de traduire. Pardonnez-moi pour toutes les erreurs dans la traduction ! Merci du commentaire mon image Liberte et de vos mots aimables. J'ai toujours aimé cette image par Delacroix et quand le défilé est venu autour du coin je ne pourrais pas croire que mes yeux quand il a semblé comme la peinture a eu vivant venu dans l'âge moderne ! Beaucoup de mercis à vous encore.
Avec de bons souhaits à vous,
Eugene.
Dear Pascal I will write in English and get Babel Fish to translate. Forgive me for any errors in translation! Thank you for commenting on my Image Liberte and for your kind words. I have always liked that image by Delacroix and when the parade came around the corner I could not believe my eyes when it seemed like the painting had come alive in the modern age! Many thanks to you again.
With good wishes to you,
Eugene.
Eugene Donohoe HoF Win ♥ ¤1 $ at 15:28 EST on 2005-Feb-16 [Reply]
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Hi Eugene
Not having seen this before I followed the link from the current debate on Photographic Freedom.
Yes it certainly is one to be proud of!
Chris Cooke HoF ♥ ¤1 at 19:14 EST on 2005-Feb-17 [Reply]