As some of you know, I don't own a television, for reasons of aesthetics, time and crappy lightning - amongst other reasons. But I can see it on my laptop if I wish to, and the other day I saw this X-Factor which is the Danish American Idol thing that I have seen hyped so much.
This guy, Martin, is a real Justin Timberlake or something in the making. What a natural talent, and only 15 years! Innocence doesn't come cleaner than this:
This other young guy is also only 15 years. Thought he hasn't gained total control of his voice, look at how he does things in unexpected ways - not to mention the emotional impact. Wow.
This guy just does unexpected things!
And the final one is a cool girl, but mainly I liked that she wears the Gentlemens Affair jeans, the very same model I gave my wife for her birthday three weeks ago. Hah!
Wow, Gentlemens Affair jeans!
I don't always agree with the way they do things the mass media way on television, because after all, they content is mainly produced to fill out the spaces between the advertisement, but I dig these sort of talents. And I think that a lot of dreams and talent will arise because of the mainstream display of talents as these brilliant ones.
I've always told my kids I want a Ferrari. With television shows like this chances are, they might be able to afford one...
A bit of advice. Anne Linnet is a Danish singer songwriter for 30 years who's talent there's no doubt about. She was behind the stage for this show, drilling them in performing one of her Danish songs which has become a classic. I've decided to spare you for that because Danish truly sounds like throat cancer. But anyway, she told one of them, as she was explaining the lyrics, "You have to understand the lyrics, that what she's singing about here is that ["I saw you in the street and to me you were the only person and you were naked" or something] and that she sees that other person naked. As soon as you really understand the lyrics of a(ny) song, you understand the emotions and can rely them."
Wow. I know that's pretty basic, even logic. But doesn't it really make sense. The better you get it, the better you sing it.
Works by the way in photography as well. Look up any intersting word in photography and you get a better grasp of the subject, as well as - usually - ideas on how to use that new knowledge.
By the way, here's links to two of the Danish judges own web sites: Thomas Blachman is a selfcentered futuristic jazz-composer and drummer. Remee is a kind and soulful composer and hitmaker working with Snoop Dogg, etc.
WOW. Funny, I hate American TV, especially "American Idol," which is probably on what the Danish show is based..... THE DANISH ARE MUCH MORE TALENTED ON YOUR VERSION OF THE SHOW!!! I am not holding my ears. Perhaps, we're in for the "DANISH INVASION."
don't watch that crap much it's the effect that the so called social network that is today http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It's_All_About_Love [aka celeb.com] presently listening to laura marling's cross your fingers [available on itunes]
Thank you so much for the very kind words, Thorsten. Getting that from a working photojournalist is always a real compliment. :) I started shooting in 2005, and the oldest photo in my uber portfolio is just from 2006. Definitely hoping to be even better in years to come! Thanks once again, and cheers from Indonesia!
Well, you're simply the most talented guy I've seen in a long time ... or longer. You're basically at a level where the only thing you should aim at developing is the message. What do you want to tell with your pictures. And I hope you don't go the "World Press" way with hopelessness but go for a the message of life, spirit and hope.
Hi, I have been watching your photography work for a bit and I really like them because it is rare from a professional photographer to shot real people with real emotions especially from famous people.
Hey Thorsten. I bought myself a used Leica R4. Now I'm in the R gang too. Part of this is because of your influence. The camera isn't in perfect condition, but it was affortable. I'll run a test roll thourgh it and probably use it for a reportage on Sunday.
Feels nice. Summicron 50/2 looks good and I hope it comes up to expectation. Should be pretty similar to M.
So well, now I am even more a red-dot elitist. But I don't care, I use other cameras too, Leicas are just good. Form a first glance I think that R is largerly underrated.
Chris will be green of envy ;-) and that's his own damn fault ;-)
The R4 is actually a nice camera and a nice size and sound. And it's easy to get one as many were produced and it is said to have a "faulty electronics." (Which mean that some R4 go dead, but I've never had any problems with mine).
You can probably find an inexpensive winder or motor to go with it. Gives an even better hold on it and balance.
The 50mm f/2.0 is reputed to be one of the best 50mm lenses in the world. And still is. I find 50mm a bit dull as I prefer 80mm mostly - but I must admit I'm blown by the quality of the Summicron 50mm f/2 when I use it.
Yes, sure. Electronics. A photographer I know, which has anything from Leicaflex to R8..., told me: look my brand new R4 went dead pretty soon. If you buy an R4 now, it most probably has survived. A visual check shows that mine works, a couple of films will tell.
As much as I love M... this R is nice. Leicaflexes are very expensive and in any case, having an electronic SLR with good exposure is pretty nice. Working with flash is easier too.
The R4 is the smallest of the series, this is also why I have chosen it. The only thing I miss is the 1/2000", which would allow me to open my lens more. The camera fits well in the hand.
80mm is nice for reportage, concert photos. I like the 50, but sometimes you can't get near enough or you need the tele-effect.
I pretty much like the 90/2 with its fancy retractable lens-hood. Probably if I find myself using the camera, I'll look for one.
I'll blog about the camera probably!
So when you come to Italy or I go to Denemark, we will have even more material for a chat, hah!
PS: I so much wished Leica would introduce a new digital back: it would keep the R system alive (no, I don't want a full digital R camera). Imagine a full-frame module! Slap it in for some newspaper work and put your slide or b&w film in when you can have more time for your images.
thanks for the comment. My M8 is MOSTLY a camera for personal work, so no backup unfortunately. I use Canon's for work...the minute either Leica or Mamiya release a digital rangefinder with 16-22mp, I'll ditch my Canon setup....
Impressive work, nice gallery. I'm new to uber and your blog is great, hopefully I'll add some photos representing my country soon. I like your style as a documentary photographer, very informative and beautiful.
Actually I haven't used the FED camra for a long time. Shooting digital now. It's too expensive for me to work fully with film and there's no proessional places to develope or print. So, I chose digital. Thanks. But the place is indeed interesting for photographing, for living it might be a bit harsh.
Thank you so much for sharing! I agree about falling in love with your tools and staying in love with photography. I use new and old school tools. I have nice DSLR's and a point and shoot I carry all the time and old rangefinders, twin lenses - they all have good things I love about them. Sometimes you have to make choices according to situations - when I go on trips - especially overseas, I have to be really efficient and thoughtful. I will check back for you new works. Thanks,
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