34 - First Time Player

[Salt]

Well, minimalism is about the last thing I normally do (did I miss the "fast action" challenge?), but I want to improve my photo skills, so thinking about throwing my hat in the ring.

Is this too busy?
http://dansalton.smugmug.com/photos/17599002-L.jpg

Taken: Sunday, March 13

[Lucky Hack]

Welcome to the boards Salt. Glad to have ya. I've seen busier minimalism, but the thing for me is that I have no idea what it is which makes it hard to relate to.

hoping this was helpful -Ian

[landrum]

I've seen busier minimalism, but the thing for me is that I have no idea what it is which makes it hard to relate to.

hoping this was helpful -Ian
I think that "minimalism" is abstract, which is difficult for many to grasp. That is what makes this such a difficult competition because what is really "right" or "wrong" anyway? I don't envy the judge's job this week!

Welcome, Salt! I think that your photo is interesting, but I can't tell you why. I suppose that's what abstract art does, eh? Welcome to the board and I look forward to seeing your work!!!

[Salt]

OK, I guess I went more "abstract" than minimalist. If you're curious, here's the original of that photo:

http://dansalton.smugmug.com/photos/17645363-M.jpg

I just inverted it in Fireworks (don't have photoshop). Those balls of snow are a few millimeters across - roost from ice racers.

So now I'm thinking maybe some of the other stuff I shot that day is minimalist? How about:
http://dansalton.smugmug.com/photos/17645361-M.jpg

I don't know... I think it's back to the drawing board.

[rahmonster]

I like the original better, maybe if it was a little whiter? But the road shot is nice too.

[Salt]

And now, looking at them again, I think this is the one I'm going to enter:
http://dansalton.smugmug.com/photos/17647231-L.jpg

Here's my "minimalist" gallery: http://dansalton.smugmug.com/gallery/437741

[digital faerie]

And now, looking at them again, I think this is the one I'm going to enter:
http://dansalton.smugmug.com/photos/17647231-L.jpg

Here's my "minimalist" gallery: http://dansalton.smugmug.com/gallery/437741
this one! wow, great sweeping movement on this one, the color is beautiful and almost monochrome. I think this is great for the challenge!

[Sandy]

I like it too, and welcome.