my story : contest winner
This was the hardest contest I have ever had to judge. Every story was a unique personal insight into the art of the Toy Camera. While many shared a common thread, and a few of us seem to have quite a bit in common- there were a few truly inspiring stories that stood out. From them I had to pick one, and that was even more difficult. I have actually seen the work of the winner before, as many of you have- but had not heard the story until now. Its the one story that resonated the most deeply to me, and I think you will enjoy it just as much. Cheers to all that entered, we’ll be sharing your stories as part of a weekly column, and if anyone has a story to tell, please send it in as well. So without further ado, I give you the winner of the ‘Your Story’ contest…
March 6th, 2009 |
If you guys haven’t had a chance to check the audio interview Tread did last month, save the MP3… put it in your car, ipod or whatever you have and give it a listen its a great insight, and cool to put a voice to the name!
March 6th, 2009 |
Great story/feelings T. Thats why you gotta love Treadly Speaking
Congrats
March 5th, 2009 |
saying “i’m not worthy” seems kind of trite at this point so i’ll just say “thanks” to everyone who took the time to read my thoughts. glad it resonated a bit, i don’t think my thinking is much different on the subject than most of the analog minded, i’m totally willing to admit that my images are not as good as a 25 megapixeled, glass lensed pro who makes his living with his weaponized nikon or canon. i’m just saying in the end, i just have to satisfy me and that might sound masturbatory but what is art if not masturbatory…word.
March 5th, 2009 |
Great opening paragraphs. Tell it like it is, Tread! I’m saving these to my blog for future reference. [added via email]
March 5th, 2009 |
Beautifully written, a worthy winner. Well done tread!
/runs off to check more of treads photos.
March 5th, 2009 |
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March 5th, 2009 |
What a great story. What he says about taking pictures of his family is exactly what I am looking forward to when I start one of my own. Thank you for the inspiration.
March 5th, 2009 |
Go Tread Go! Congratulations and thanks for a great story.
March 4th, 2009 |
Well done, Tread. I always enjoy reading you. Hopefully, this summer we will manage that beer. Enjoy the Blackbird!
G.
March 4th, 2009 |
Congrats to the winner!
In line with some of his analog/digital discussion, I found it interesting that a small “box” in the current American Photo discussed a new Ektar emulsion since the mag has gone full digital except as in the current issue it is showing the work of a photog which is heavily analog. Anyway, the comment at the conclusion of the remark in this “box” still extols analog over digital in terms of what you reap in the end. Check it out.