Following on from the previous post discussing aspect ratio, one of the images imported during the same session showcases the difference between what the camera sees, and what I see.
All cameras capture light. Whatever they are pointed at is what the resulting image will be. Assuming the technical details like exposure and focus are correctly dialled in, of course. But sometimes we need to take shots with the intent of making changes. The exhortation to ‘capture it in camera’ only goes so far. No amount of patience makes powerlines get out of the way, or encourages buildings to magically move. For that you need a photographers eye, and software. I use a range of tools, including, in this case, Photoshop.
This shot was taken with the explicit intent of editing out things not desired. Case in point, powerlines, vehicles, and a building or two. Let me say this clearly: This is not a ‘fix it in post’ situation where the shot was missed or a photo bomber appeared. This was shot with deliberate intent. With the knowledge that there is no other way to achieve the desired end result. No errors are being corrected here.
The subject is marred by distractions. I removed them. Cropped. Recoloured. I used my creative eye to visualize the end result I wanted, not what was before me. Then I shot it, I made it happen. This final, edited image is exactly what was intended when my flying camera was in the air. I knew what I wanted even before sending her up. I had a plan. And a creative eye.
