tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post4464270229232791617..comments2023-02-26T07:53:56.282-08:00Comments on Noel Hannan Photography: Ma O Shimeru...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16650818378589619734noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post-45822743709971720282010-04-10T13:17:15.210-07:002010-04-10T13:17:15.210-07:00Kelley, thanks again for the kind words.
I could...Kelley, thanks again for the kind words. <br /><br />I couldn't agree with you more. I find that when I just practice karate without thinking or worrying about it, the muscle memory just kicks in (pardon the pun) but as soon as you analyse it, thn forget it some part of the brain takes over that just wants to be in control and it all falls to pieces! <br /><br />In my photography this is where I want to be at; effortless shooting, not worrying about a shot, just doing it. Just enjoying it.<br /><br />take care<br />NoelAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16650818378589619734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post-67075102488636227932010-04-10T11:43:56.672-07:002010-04-10T11:43:56.672-07:00I love this post! As a retired cop and new found ...I love this post! As a retired cop and new found photographer I REALLY appreciated the comparison between the fight with your attacker and the decisive moment. It's SO right on. What a great read! <br />Agreed that as a cop we train and train again so our response becomes muscle memory, just as in photography we train and train in technique so that when we she the shot the rest is muscle memory...Kelley Simpsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14176267025788625762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post-49438561789364675632010-04-06T00:28:08.378-07:002010-04-06T00:28:08.378-07:00You're absolutely right Jon, right place right...You're absolutely right Jon, right place right time. I should have added that there is a threshold of quality or technique rthat tyou have to be able to shoot above, but once you do that then technique is secondary And thank you for the comment, its always great to get them!<br /><br />Noel :-)<br /><br />NoelAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16650818378589619734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post-54458768342279971192010-04-05T02:39:47.058-07:002010-04-05T02:39:47.058-07:00I'm with you on this one Noel, all technique c...I'm with you on this one Noel, all technique can get thrown outta the window if you are not in the right place at the right time... I've seen some shots in the local papers that, in my mind, could have been shot better, but, because the 'tog' was in the right place at the right time the shot gets in the press. You have to 'break the rules' and get into the space to get 'that shot' but also you have to avoid getting in the way all together as this can spoil the mood.<br /><br />Jon W ;^)Jon Watkisshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00116395096531487087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post-31914078851380976152010-03-15T06:52:02.433-07:002010-03-15T06:52:02.433-07:00Thanks for the comment Glyn, I think what it boils...Thanks for the comment Glyn, I think what it boils down to is no matter what the set up it should be second nature.<br />I'll let you know when I get to that stage (if ever)...lol<br /><br />I wonder what other photographers think...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16650818378589619734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3199581261208107297.post-36902664779820586102010-03-14T14:21:38.427-07:002010-03-14T14:21:38.427-07:00Fascinating read Noel and very interesting how you...Fascinating read Noel and very interesting how you compare the decisive moments in both Karate & Photography.<br /><br />Chase Jarvis' Mantra is one of 'The best camera is the one you have with you' and I'm guessing that this too relates to what you mean when you say 'It's the picture that counts; not the technique'.<br /><br />My chain of thought is that this is very relevant to 'reportage' or 'on the fly' photography as opposed to commissioned work when the final image is very much dictated by the camera and lighting techniques employed; and also when the client knows what it is they want and we as photographers have to design the lighting to replicate it.<br /><br />I'm totally with you where you mention about having an affinity with your subject cos as you say, without it the picture just will not work.<br /><br />A great read mate and some really great photographs.<br /><br />All the best to you,<br />GlynGlyn Dewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07570677181693098102noreply@blogger.com