Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/04/05

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Subject: Re: [Leica] PAW 13 (Kollasch) is pool - side: Ya Got Trouble
From: Matt Kollasch <matthew.kollasch@uni.edu>
Date: Fri, 05 Apr 2002 14:27:18 -0600
References: <3CAD1347.6C7F3D12@earthlink.net>

Thank you Michael... I have always liked the allure of pool halls and  it
was a treat to see all of these tables lined up with the green lights
above.   The film I used is one I am coming to really like: Fuji NHGII 800.
I am glad you enjoy this photo and again, thanks for the comments.  /matt

Michael Gerard wrote:

> Matt,
>     I think The Music Man tune is a perfect introduction for this guy.
> He looks like someone ya don't cross.  There's so much here that I like,
> it's hard to know where to begin.  I love the line of light receding in
> the background. The glow is so soft, and you've captured them at the
> right angle to convey the impression of infinity here.  M.C. Escher
> would approve.
>     I think what I like best is the representation of so many different
> textures, from the felt of the table, to the grain of the wood, to the
> cool polish of the balls, to the bristles of his crewcut, to the soft
> glow of the lights.  It's a photo that I just like to look at, and let
> my eyes move from object to object.
> Regards,
> Michael Gerard
> geeman1066@earthlink.net

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