Photomode, boring?

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Dont get me wrong, the standard of some of the photo's are immense especially those one by GPR but I always think why? why spend all that time to figure out a great shot, upload it to pc, upload it to photobucket, then post it on a website for people to praise OR criticise! Do you do it for praise? I only race on this game I cannot be bothered to take a photograph of a car in a computer game........ I just dont get it. I would possibly, if I wanted to, take a photo and print it to put on a wall in the house, but for any other reason I have no idea

But, I uploaded some photos from forza, that I could see the point in because everyones car could look different and you may have something to show
 
Neil, i guess in the end it's just about sharing ideas, nice cars, rare cars etc, but yes your right it's not like anyone can really have anything unique, such as custom decals like FM3. It's more about finding that great shot, in that sense people can be 'unique', in how the car is photographed.
 
As a hobbyist photographer in real life, the depth of the photo mode as well as the ability to appreciate the fine work of the premium car models is enough to keep me coming back. I can only wish that I could find the opportunity to photograph cars like these in person. :p
 
Do you enjoy real photography?

There's a sense of accomplishment from snagging a great shot. It's a lot like the feeling of putting down a good clean lap. There's also amazement at the skill and creativity of the photographers here, which fuels the desire of others to keep trying to perfect the art.

And I think that right there is the right answer. It's art. That's why.
 
^ This.
Photomode in GT5 is a way of capturing shots that most of us could never get, we can create art using our favorite cars, And just be creative.
The only time i race is when I try to get more money to buy and customize more cars, or when i want to get tracking shots.
Even though the shots we get aren't real cars at real locations with real cameras, It's pretty damn close.
 
We had a 10 man drift race earlier, to not take pictures would be blasfumy (sp?), and as said, theres a real sense of accomplishment in a good shot.
 
Forgetful
Do you enjoy real photography?

There's a sense of accomplishment from snagging a great shot. It's a lot like the feeling of putting down a good clean lap. There's also amazement at the skill and creativity of the photographers here, which fuels the desire of others to keep trying to perfect the art.

And I think that right there is the right answer. It's art. That's why.
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Well said 👍
 
Forgetful
Do you enjoy real photography?

There's a sense of accomplishment from snagging a great shot. It's a lot like the feeling of putting down a good clean lap. There's also amazement at the skill and creativity of the photographers here, which fuels the desire of others to keep trying to perfect the art.

And I think that right there is the right answer. It's art. That's why.
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Couldn't have said it better myself. But I will add to it. :)

As a photographer in real-life, I would give my left arm (or, better yet, yours, since you won't need it to hold a camera) to shoot some of these rare, expensive and unique cars. Since it's highly unlikely that I'll ever get a chance to shoot a 1967 Ford Mark IV race car on the Nurburgring at sunrise, this will have to do. Taking the time to get the right composure, determine the correct exposure and depth-of-field, working the image in Photoshop... it all helps develop my real-life photographic skills.
 
Forgetful
Do you enjoy real photography?

There's a sense of accomplishment from snagging a great shot. It's a lot like the feeling of putting down a good clean lap. There's also amazement at the skill and creativity of the photographers here, which fuels the desire of others to keep trying to perfect the art.

And I think that right there is the right answer. It's art. That's why.
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sixtoes
As a photographer in real-life, I would give my left arm (or, better yet, yours, since you won't need it to hold a camera) to shoot some of these rare, expensive and unique cars. Since it's highly unlikely that I'll ever get a chance to shoot a 1967 Ford Mark IV race car on the Nurburgring at sunrise, this will have to do. Taking the time to get the right composure, determine the correct exposure and depth-of-field, working the image in Photoshop... it all helps develop my real-life photographic skills.
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These two pretty much say it all. The only thing I would add from my perspective is I enjoy being creative in general whether it be photography or design or whatever.

So for me it's not really about praise and recognition although thats always nice. :sly: But more the actual process, self accomplishment and enjoyment I get out of doing it. Sharing it and seeing what others think I feel is important too as it gives you a good idea on how your work speaks to others and whether you might have missed something or could improve on.

Yes it's time consuming but I see it as time well spent on developing skills fit for application in the real world. Plus if you enjoy it, then it's fun.

For the most part I really like the fact that not only can you fairly accurately photograph rare and interesting cars in all manner of locations, but from a technical aspect it gives you so much freedom with what you can do shot wise which in most peoples cases wouldn't have the means or gear to even attempt in real life.

Wow, I crapped on a bit there. Anyway thats my 2cents.


Btw. Thanks for using me as a good example neil. :)
 

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