Photo Tourney - Game Photography

ukulele_ninja · 07-05-2008, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Kornowski

I can see where you guys are coming from, but surely, taking a screenshot of a game, is only like taking a screenshot (photograph) of life.

I knew there would be some un-happiness when I suggested this theme to Jake. I thought it'd be good to put a twist on things... Broaden your horizons

To me calling a screenshot a 'photograph' over simplifies it as an art form. A screenshot is a button press, a true photograph requires so much more than just pushing a button...

Tuffie · 07-05-2008, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ukulele_ninja

To me calling a screenshot a 'photograph' over simplifies it as an art form. A screenshot is a button press, a true photograph requires so much more than just pushing a button...

I think we all get that a good photograph is alot harder to achieve then a screenshot, and don't think any of us are trying to say otherwise.

But when you start to sound like you're saying it cant be an art form, I would object. Expression can be done through many different mediums.

Anyway, it's just a silly competition, let everyone have a little fun, and the thread will die.

[-0MEGA-] · 07-05-2008, 02:06 AM

Ramomar · 07-05-2008, 02:25 AM

Guys, we're slowly getting into a bad debate here. I know, this was different but it's already done, if you don't like it then don't like it! Nothing we can do. I myself found it a bit inappropriate as well since it's not true photography but heck! For those who are not too happy, the faster we get it done, the faster we'll get to real photography.

Just let it go, and keep the pics coming.

Ramomar · 07-05-2008, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ramodkk

Guys, we're slowly getting into a bad debate here. I know, this was different but it's already done, if you don't like it then don't like it! Nothing we can do. I myself found it a bit inappropriate as well since it's not true photography but heck! For those who are not too happy, the faster we get it done, the faster we'll get to real photography.

Just let it go, and keep the pics coming.

[-0MEGA-] · 07-05-2008, 02:29 AM

Who cares. I agree with ramodkk, if you don't like it then don't submit an entry and don't post here.

Sir Travis D · 07-05-2008, 06:15 AM

I don't think screenshots are bad, some might argue they are almost as hard to get good ones as photos. You have to wait for the right time, right angle ect. Real photographs are harder to get, that's why no one is a "game screenshotter" as a profession. I also think since computerforum has so many gamers, and most don't have professional cameras, that screenshots are a good idea. Here is mine from grand theft auto san andreas.

Here is my screenshot of an old woman at ammunation shooting range.

kobaj · 07-05-2008, 07:46 AM

Haha, some people cant count

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And the rules also say, no photoshopping...even if its a "screenshot".

Anyway, Im going to wait another day to let the people who wanted to change theirs change, and a certain someone to make his a 'photograph' not a 'screenshot'.

I could get into an argument that gaming is a more difficult medium in that you cant focus, zoom, tilt, etc. But I dont really want to. This is meant to be fun.

And YES, I do know there is a screenshot thread. But this is a screenshot COMPETITION

.

This is also a new experience. In that photographers get to try out gaming. And the gamers who would never touch a camera, can show their expertise!

Ben · 07-05-2008, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by kobaj

Haha, some people cant count

.

Anyway, Im going to wait another day to let the people who wanted to change theirs change, and a certain someone to make his a 'photograph' not a 'screenshot'.

Are you pointing that at me...? Or what...I'm confused as to whether or not my entry is alright with you.

alexyu · 07-05-2008, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Ben

Are you pointing that at me...? Or what...I'm confused as to whether or not my entry is alright with you.

Yours doesnt seem to be a screenshot

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07-05-2008, 07:46 AM	#8 (permalink)
kobaj Diamond Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,368	Haha, some people cant count . And the rules also say, no photoshopping...even if its a "screenshot". Anyway, Im going to wait another day to let the people who wanted to change theirs change, and a certain someone to make his a 'photograph' not a 'screenshot'. I could get into an argument that gaming is a more difficult medium in that you cant focus, zoom, tilt, etc. But I dont really want to. This is meant to be fun. And YES, I do know there is a screenshot thread. But this is a screenshot COMPETITION . This is also a new experience. In that photographers get to try out gaming. And the gamers who would never touch a camera, can show their expertise! __________________ My site Winner of photo competition: Bokeh. - Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 @ 3.00GHz - Gigabyte EP45-UD3R Motherboard - 4GB (2x2GB) G.Skill DDR2 800 RAM - XFX GeForce 9800GT 512MB - Seagate 400GB SATA Hard Drive - Cooler Master Centurion 5 Mid Tower Case

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07-05-2008, 06:15 AM	#7 (permalink)
Sir Travis D banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Age: 15 Posts: 1,612	I don't think screenshots are bad, some might argue they are almost as hard to get good ones as photos. You have to wait for the right time, right angle ect. Real photographs are harder to get, that's why no one is a "game screenshotter" as a profession. I also think since computerforum has so many gamers, and most don't have professional cameras, that screenshots are a good idea. Here is mine from grand theft auto san andreas. Here is my screenshot of an old woman at ammunation shooting range.

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