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Photo Idea Michifús
Dear /p/,

Idea critique from you guys as most of the people in my photo studio are timid and provide no real feedback.

For my final project (can be any theme) I want to recreate the "great works" of fine art via toys.

I've done something similar to this with those cheap, green army men, but that was just some toying around with the toys on my wargaming table. (Sadly, this was before my photography days, so they are shot with my S400)

I know that there are a few photographers that work with toys and the like (Brian McCarty comes to mind), but I was wondering if anybody has any idea of works similar to what I plan on doing. A) for inspiration B) so that I don't inadvertently do something that's already been done.

As always, thanks in advance /p/
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>> Michifús
*bump*
>> Anonymous
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i really like the idea, but i dont know of any examples

so, bump :}

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>> Michifús
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An example and link to the aforementioned McCarty site.

I love this shot as I was a huge GTA II and III fan.
>> Anonymous
you should do washington crossing the delaware!
>> Alzo
It doesn't really matter, if you copy someone. since nothings original anymore. Tell a story in your works, kinda like the one in your picture, but more flushed out.
>> Anonymous
I've never been a big fan of Brian McC - sure he makes crisp, colourful, sharp images but they always seem to lack any lingering interest for me. Anyway, this is not a discussion about them.

Your idea has merit however, I feel like it might be more interesting than Brian McC's 'here is a cute picture with toys in life situations.' Sort of a commentary on the perpetual childhood/childishness of current generations and classic art.

//yep, i talk a lot of crap
>> Michifús
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Haha, hey, if you can make it sound like you know what you're talking about... that's all that matters in the art world it seems, crap or not. ;)

Thanks for the input, all. I'll post some pictures but since it's our final project they probably won't be due until the end of April, but I'll try to have some in-progress stuff for /p/ to critique.

(Picture is another one from the toy series seen in my OP)

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>> Anonymous
Irregular Webcomic?

http://www.irregularwebcomic.net
>> Anonymous
Definitely be interested in seeing what you end up with :)
>> heavyweather !4AIf7oXcbA
http://flickr.com/groups/unseenwar/pool/
>> Michifús
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Sweet. Thanks for the links /p/.

Pictures will probably be a while as the project isn't due until the first week of May though I'll try to keep you posted as I progress.

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>> Anonymous
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Ehehe, yes, I have done that.

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>> Anonymous
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Same setup, different angle.

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>> Anonymous
>>39255
i love the setup
>> Shralla
>>39255
This picture is awesome.