2008 March Pow Wow No. 4

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• delic (6059)
• [2008-04-01 22:16]

Those colors really pop on my screen, Stan. You captured a graceful snapshot from the dance. Light conditions must have been tough and everything looks excellent, incl. sharpness. I'm on my way to the US (NV, UT) now. Best wishes,
Hakan

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• plimrn (15494)
• [2008-04-01 22:18]

Hi Stan,
What a difference between the fancy dancedrs and the traditional dancers!! Somehow, I find the the traditional dancers MUCH more poe=werful. I think it's the facial expression; the traditional danmcers have a reverent expression on their faces while the expression here is mush more superficial. Still the shot has excellent detail and color.
HLJ, Pat

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• JPlumb (3119)
• [2008-04-01 23:38]

Hi Stan, great shot on your part, you definitely were in the zone with her. Your exposure and resulting colour and clarity are excellent. Composition wise you've caught her perfectly.

It really is a mix of two worlds we're seeing here, with the traditional influence but very definite modern design and colours. I realize this was a competition, and you probably wanted to capture that number, but that sort of defeated the purpose or origin of the event to me, and makes it more of a competition than a meaningful dance. Of course you could probably say the same for gymnastics or any other sport too. Anyway, enjoyed the shot.

Thanks, John

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• Sekhmet73 (3778)
• [2008-04-02 1:30]

Hi Stan, the colours of this woman dresses are outstanding and she really looks inspired. Sometimes I wonder how life was before... our arrival in their lands.
Sabrina

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• carper (52624)
• [2008-04-02 3:14]

another good photo out your fantastic indian shots Stan,
marvelous colours and fine composition good capture, the light is outstanding, very good photojob here, have a nice day.
gr. jaap

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• zmey (4283)
• [2008-04-02 4:41]

hello stan

another beautiful shot of the Pow Wow. as i was looking at the picture, i thought to myself that the dress does not look native american. then i read your note... fancy dancer? :) that explains it.

good work, friend! keep them coming! :))

with warm regards,
kristaps

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• Floydian (24243)
• [2008-04-02 7:17]
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Hi Stan,
That D300 thing seems to be a very good one. My best friend took some wildlife images with it under bad light conditions in Norway and the results are stunning. And also here inside the oupout looks damn good. No noise, strong colours, excellent sharpness...really good.
Regards, Henk
p.s.
That Sigma beast, must be heavy with a fixed 2.8. Better than the Nikon 70-200m/m 2.8?

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• feather (40121)
• [2008-04-02 7:19]

That confirmed it for me. I'm not a proper photographer yet, as I haven't experienced the "zone". I'm too busy trying to remember everything ;D
You must do something wonderful to get these colours. They are so vibrant without looking over-saturated. Another excelent addition to your series. Why not set up a theme!
Kath

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• jwmunro (5956)
• [2008-04-02 12:17]

Hello Stan -

This is a colorful dancer for sure. The colors of her costume seem to jump off of the screen. My first impression was that this was Chinese and not Native American because of the colors. Well done Stan, everything seems to be spot on the money.

Thank you for sharing.

John

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• jaywalker (8975)
• [2008-04-02 14:21]

Hi Stan, Your latest photo of the Native American dancers is every bit as good as the others, the colours again are excellent & sharp, the focus is superb & draws out great detail & the light is nice & strong, beautiful capture & perfectly cropped, kind regards Wilson.

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• avene (5310)
• [2008-04-02 15:04]

hello Stan,
I know exactly what you mean by "zone" - I'm yet to experience that while actually photographing, but I've been known for reading until 6AM on Tuesday morning or playing with Photoshop for my course assignment until 3AM on weekdays, totally oblivious to how much time has passed, that I'm hungry, sleepy and need to go to work the next morning. but the feeling is worth it, right? :)
but back to the photo - I agree with the rest of the comments that this is one amazing capture. I particularly like the pure whites, the cloth almost looks like ice. superb work.

with kind regards,
Kristine

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• Photo65Net (30116)
• [2008-04-03 1:36]

Stan,
Again superb and colorful image from ths Pow Wow !
And you caught great attitude from the dancer.
Nice job,
Regards,
JB.

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• fulvio52 (3849)
• [2008-04-03 7:29]

Howdy Stannie,
what can I say I haven't already said before...
This Pow Wow series of yours is priceless.
Another wonderful display, buddy.
Thanks again for sharing, and for your usual more than outstanding notes. Culture is always greatly welcome in this house, we badly need cool dudes like you!
Cheers,
Fulvio.

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• gunbud (16886)
• [2008-04-07 19:42]

Hi Stan,
Wonderful vibrant colors clearly captured here. The lovely intricate design of her costume are very well seen. That said the special element is the dereamy expression on her face that is evidence that she is in the zone.
Regards, Tom