A shadow has the shape of the corresponding object in a distorted manner. The reflection of the shadow again distorts the already distorted shape. Still we are able to perceive the shape- at least after suggestion.
Cross over to photography. How much of the perceived things was already in the original though of the photographer before the distortion after commenting took place? Could it be that this distortion creates doors to other spaces and times of thoughts, that nonetheless still allow the recognition of the original thought?
And no, it is not an editorial shot of water, but rather a photo resulting from the idea that any photo observed by eyes other than that of the photographer who shoots it, may lead to interpretations that heavily differ from the idea that the photographer had in mind while shooting. (Like for example your interpretation here.)
This is for me a great thing, since it presents me new ideas and new approaches for looking at a picture, even if I myself shot that. An enrichment of mind, if you wish, which of course is very valuable for further work.
As about bumping it up, I don't do that for two reasons.
1) My knowledge in digital manipulation is quite limited. How would you do that?
2) Presenting such a bumped up photo would be presenting something I didn't really shot, so I (for myself) feel somehow uncomfortable with it. Until now I prefer the straight approach, but again this is something very personal.
As about contrast/saturation/sharpness and any other "rule" of photography, well, I believe that there is no such thing like an absolute rule in any art. It depends on what you wanted to transmit, what the available light was, what feelings/thoughts the atmosphere gave to you, etc, etc.
Thank you very much, Maxime, for the great comment and rating!
I don't know if "unsimplicity" is a conscious way of perception of mine, however I do realize that it plays a big part in the photos I shot up to now. Many thanks for this valuable hint - I really have to think about it, though it seems to me that creativity can go unexplainable paths.
As I’ve mentioned once your illustrations provoke me to get your point or at least my interpretation. Any of your images might have various sights however no of them is simple. It is a very positive part of your creative mind regarding to my view of photography and arts! My best complement as usual! 7+ Best regards: Maxime
Intriguing Nick. The original look had me considering this as a tree reflection. After reading - I now see it as you explain. Hmmmm . . . it does make you think!
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