Inception to Execution
By Mike Melnotte
12 Dec 2010
My wife asks me sometimes how I came up with the idea for a particular image and I often don't have a clue.
It's one thing when you have your subject matter before you because you've sought out the setting, people, etc. and everything is straightforward. It's a an entirely different matter when an idea for what could be requires a bit more of the creative process.
I'm not sure what my batting average is, but I'd say maybe 1/2 of the time what I set out to create is close enough to my original vision and/or of sufficient quality to want to post. I often have the imagination, but sometimes lack the ability to properly photograph what I try and bring to life. I've got so much to learn and every project gives me more insight into this amazing craft. I would really hesitate to call myself any kind of artist, but it takes great artistry to deliver upon a vision. The satisfaction of even coming close is one of those things that really make me...well...happy.
9 responses
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Keri Briggs gave props (13 Dec 2010):
my vote, well done!
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Eric Sayah gave props (14 Dec 2010):
Awesome! My vote
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dp * gave props (28 Jan 2011):
Heck yeah this is way RAD !!
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Chris Jennings said (2 Feb 2011):
Hey, photography can be fun. But this story is also beautifully executed; each image is worth its place. Congratulations.
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Mag TY gave props (21 Feb 2011):
Excellent series!
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Robin Perkins gave props (24 Feb 2011):
awesome shots, like your story, got my vote
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Zerina Phillip gave props (19 Apr 2011):
Awesome photos and great essay.
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Zerina Phillip gave props (19 Apr 2011):
Awesome photos and great essay.
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The Man Who Isn't There (Deleted) gave props (30 Oct 2011):
Great! Nothing else to say.
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