The Godfather (post-delete version), a photo from Attiki, Attica

Photographer's Note

WHY, "THE GODFATHER"?

***CHECK WORKSHOP!!!***

That was the photo posted yesterday, deleted by the "geniouses" that run this site. I expected that this would happen and the same did many of the friends that had written a critique about the photo (thank you all, guys!). It seems that are moderators are well know for their lack of sense of humor and creative imagination. Anyway, the "original" version in this case is the ***WORKSHOP!!!***.

I took this photo in a huge entertainment park in Athens, where I went with the beautiful company of my beloved nephews that came to visit me from Crete. The moment I "saw" this scene, my mind went inmediately to the logo of "The Godfather".

If you want to read about that legendary movie, ***CHECK HERE*** .

PS.Let's see. Will they find a reason to delete this one? Maybe, "too simple black frame?". Just an idea to help them!

Copyright � 2010 � Hercules Milas. The reproduction, publication, modification, transmission or exploitation of any work contained herein for any use, personal or commercial, without my prior written permission is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved.

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lousat (139298) 2010-01-06 1:07

Hi Hercules,i'm happy when i see something to different and new..and this is a great idea!No comments about the quality of the pic always at the top...fantastic composition! My best coompliments,have a nice day,Luciano

maximage (15537) 2010-01-06 1:12

Hello Hecules,
Et oui!! toujours le TOS!
Magnifique compo super bien r嶧lis嶪.Un effet graphique superbe. Bravo.
Le noir/blanc va super bien 嶲alement.
Amiti廥.
max

Leconte (5795) 2010-01-06 1:17

Hello Hercules,

you've changed your image? why? I do not even know that it was possible. How did you do it?
It was a fantastic idea and a great achievement, excellent composition, superb arrangement of subjects, choice of black and white adequate,

best regards,
Val廨ie.

macjake (98456) 2010-01-06 1:26

Hello Hercules
Its a shame you were denied the previous photo, very creative idea! and it worked out so well too!
this paticular version shows us height, its very hard to accomplish height and depth in a non 3dimensional world as a photo - but you managed to do so.
excellent work indeed!
Cheers
Craig

rikko77 (10861) 2010-01-06 1:29

Hercules
if you're looking for something different from beautiful panoramas, views on our cities, breathtaking amazing shots...well, this is not the right place, and you know it well. I liked alot your WS, the pic itself is a masterpiece...you added a touch of irony and "they" didn't understand it, as always...great job!
have a good day!
Rikk

pasternak (15185) 2010-01-06 1:43

The deleted version is fantastic, very smart... but you know where you are, don't you...

Cheers
A

Royaldevon (85932) 2010-01-06 1:46

Hello Cretense,

I did not see the posting, yesterday, but I can see no problem with this! It is highly original and produces a fine sense of height and depth despite the lack of b/g features as a yardstick.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

DRAKOLIMNH (1224) 2010-01-06 1:50

Καλημέρα Ηρακλή,
αυτή η φωτογραφία που είδα χθές ήταν καταπληκτική σαν ιδέα και βέβαια την αποτύπωσες περίφημα με τον μοναδικό σου τρόπο.Δυστυχώς είχα συμπληρώσει το όριο κριτικών όταν την έβαλες αλλά σήμερα μπορώ να το κάνω.Βέβαια την φαντάζομαι όπως την έβαλες χθές-συγχαρητήρια ήταν απίστευτη-όπως και να χει και αυτή εδώ είναι εξίσου ωραία ,
χαιρετώ,
Πέτρος

delnaja (2056) 2010-01-06 1:56

As I mentionned in the comment of the "original version", a pity it has been deleted because it was a create way to share the photo ... Anyway, the photo, as itself, is good and the b&w superb.

jasmis (58653) 2010-01-06 2:02

Dynamic photo. Many smart graphical elements. Superb idea.
I like WS too, I was to write critique yesterday but I decided too late.
No word about admins...

Regards.

maglex (1980) 2010-01-06 2:36

Hi Hercules, yes I do like the original better. Very expressive but this one also got my attention. TFS, Alex

kdialyna (3148) 2010-01-06 2:48

Καλά τελείως χαζό να ακυρώσουν την φωτογραφία.
Δεν ξέρω ποιος αποφασίζει αλλά πραγματικά δεν έχει καμία αίσθηση από χιούμορ.
Φυσικά προτιμώ την προηγούμενη την οποία την βρίσκω εξαιρετική σαν ιδέα χωρίς βέβαια και αυτή να υστερεί. Απλά δεν έχει το χιούμορ της προηγούμενης την οποία θα την είχα επιλέξει στις "αγαπημένες" μου.
Χαιρετώ
Κώστας

yquem46 (38752) 2010-01-06 3:06

hi hercules
that was a good idea to associate this shot with the godfather frame
Though I prefer this one more natural, in which the puppet look of the persons is still well present
well done
best to you for 2010
patrick

Budapestman (82620) 2010-01-06 3:58

Hi Hercules,
a great composition with cheerful atmosphere, good choice the B&W, superb details and POV. Great realization, Tfs! Have a nice day!
George

Coolka (0) 2010-01-06 4:05

Hello Herkules,

Yes, I saw the previous version (it was stroke of genius) but I knew it`s gona be deleted so I was waiting for the new one to tell you, that I`m bewitched by this image. I admire the concept and presentation and at the most, your imagination.
Take care and all the best,
Joanna

Gerrit (62042) 2010-01-06 4:26

Hi Hercules,
nice how they are hanging their still a bit dizzy after the dazzling experience.
Great compo,
regards, Gerrit

ciakgiak (30) 2010-01-06 4:33

Hello Hercules,
ahahaha! The deleted version is a very genial idea, I like it a lot, you can make a great poster with it!
But I find this version fantastic too, you captured a very nice moment and created a superb bn shot.
Congratulations dear friend.
Warm regards.
Giorgio

bema (26591) 2010-01-06 4:52

Jassu Hercules,

poly kala fotografia...

Bernd

Longroute (19600) 2010-01-06 5:15

The idea is very good and its realization even better.
An author photograph of first class and the censors who deleted it have no photographic taste. What to say? They are just bureocrates who apply the rules blindly...
My best compliments,
Donato

coco (30439) 2010-01-06 5:16

Kalispera Hercules.

Mmmmm... tem� que pasara y pas�.
Quien sabes, cuando est lugar sea de pago, quiz� los miembros que paguen (yo no) podr嫕 poner marcos m嫳 creativos.

En todo caso, la calidad de la foto es inversamente proporcional a la calidad y servicio de los genios de los que hablas.

Ta leme, file mou.

(supongo que en castellano, y con cierte literatura, me puedo permitir decir ciertas cosas, 積o?)

TopGeo (38220) 2010-01-06 5:40

Γειά σου Ηρακλή!
Και έτσι άριστη! στο WS εξ άλλου υπάρχει η επιθυμία σου!
Πολλά σχόλια είναι εικονικά!!! ίσως!!! αλλά και επισκέψεις που θαυμάζουν σιωπηλώς!!! ίσως!!! είναι και οι ουσιαστικές! Χαρούμενη στιγμή και εικόνα, έξυπνο κάδρο!
Χαιρετώ σε!
Γεώργιος

eltotorino (223) 2010-01-06 6:15

hello,
two points for this shot and two ponts for your funny creative workshop!
one of my best of 2010

cheers

Fellini (6407) 2010-01-06 6:57

Hello Hecules,
simply wonderful composition!!
Great idea the b/w tone and interesting note too (i Like the movie).
My best compliments
Greetings
Alex

Dyerco (10185) 2010-01-06 7:32

Hi Hercules
The original must have been deleted before I had a chance to comment but I thought it was a spark of genius. Even this shot is a pleasure to look at as the B&W works well here and for once I am not bothered by the bland sky as it helps to isolate the people.
Phil

lucasgalodoido (27698) 2010-01-06 7:35

Hi Hercules,
very interesting composition with the flying people and B&W. And the moderators of TE... nothing about... Great job, my friend.
Regards,
Lucas

sayeed_rahman (6461) 2010-01-06 8:20

surreal more than anything else..the abrupt end to the suspensions give the feel of uncertainty..doubt..continuity..

indeed original..this is more like it hercules..

new years greeting to you and your family..its never too late till youve given up ;))

sayeed

ymrk (15099) 2010-01-06 9:02

Kalimerhaba file mou!
There is sooo affective graphism that also this is affecting us while look at the own..Unfortunately,my first new year photo was deleted by they..You know who're they..Anyway,well-balanced contrast and good thought at the same time..Ta leme,

Y.

Morac (27725) 2010-01-06 9:20

Hello Hercules,
The "censored creator" that I am greeted the "censored creator" than you are.
Get my solidarity.
Soon on TE, this is a sign of talent and creativity to be censored.
Regards
Marc

CLODO (45116) 2010-01-06 10:37

hi Hercules
the original version is full of poetry, fun, but it violates the TOS for the inventive framing! Shot down!
2 smileys for it.
Note: good framing to get 4 swings and the different attitudes of the persons.
Happy (?) new year
CLODO

atha2pan (3811) 2010-01-06 11:19

kala, ti na tous pis?
Asta kalytera. kai xoris titlo mia diaforetiki foto.

se xaireto
sakis

totoamoto (1107) 2010-01-06 11:28

Salut
Originale et encore plus le workshop...

Rafer (0) 2010-01-06 11:43

La imagen es genial pero el workshop es magistral...saludos

BennyV (34748) 2010-01-06 11:52

Hello Hercules,

Thanks for including the original in the WS. Without it, the playful reference in the title would have been lost. What a pity the original was 'verboten' by the commiszars of the site! Does humor belong in TE?

Who's pulling the strings here?

With my best wishes.

Benny

francio64 (39888) 2010-01-06 12:04

Ciao Hercules,
bel POV con ottimo taglio verticale che fa sembrare le persone sedute sull'altalena, come se queste fossero sospese in aria.

Original job!

TFS!
Francesco

brandstaetter (15915) 2010-01-06 12:23

Hi Hercules,
wow what a meaning...easy to understand also without the headlines of the workshop. Excellent idea and very creative.
Compliments, Chris

gilou530 (34) 2010-01-06 12:43

salut hercules
bien vu le POV on se sent imm嶮iatement en l'air avex les autres, le choix du N&B est os�, sur TE le N&B n'est pas trop regard�
amiti廥
gilbert

ngk (2413) 2010-01-06 13:46

Γεια σου Ηρακλή ,
Δεν έχω σχόλιο, η φωτογραφία σου είναι καταπληκτική.
Συγχαρητήρια.
Σε χαιρετώ
nasos k

kastanaras (1160) 2010-01-06 14:47

File, gia na po tin alithia, den tin eida xthes.
tora omos poy tin eida, kai protou katevo na diabaso tin simiosi sou, vlepontas tin, na stin imera pou einai, keftika akrivos auto pou ekanes. Marionetes.
Den to vrisko prosvlitiko, oute koroidia pros ton Theo.
Apla kati to kenourio, kati to eksipno.
Min stenaxoriese file mou Irakli. Ta kala kopis ktonte.
Kalo sou vradi,
Dimitris

LOOOK13 (19046) 2010-01-06 15:58

Bonsoir Hercules.
Tr廥 belle version aussi, le noir et blanc se marie bien avec ce clich�, que dire du cadrage et du POV!!
Une belle r徼ssite.
Bravo.

adores (46979) 2010-01-06 16:56

Hi Hercules!
I had seen your previous version but when I was going to comment it, I saw it had disappeared. I was wondering what had happened but I realise now.
It's great this way also, I like the b&w, the format you have chosen and the composition works perfectly, even with this frame:)!

adramad (73004) 2010-01-06 17:25

Hola Hercules.
Mi mas sincera felicitacion por un trabajo tan original y bonito, l嫳tima que te suprimiesen como foto principal la que a鎙des en el WS, es un trabajo genial y al menos nos dejan verla como complementaria.
La composicion es muy buena parecen descolgarse del cielo, la eleccion en B&W creo que es muy acertada.
Saludos cordiales.
Luis.

ChrisJ (171852) 2010-01-07 3:15

Hi Hercules

Good graphism, light contrasts & tonal range in this superbly composed b&w shot of the funfair riders. Tfs!

JT50 (1491) 2010-01-07 4:17

Hi Hercules,
A very different approach. Gives the illusion
that they are suspended from the sky. The expression
on their faces creates a relaxed mood. Well done.
Have a nice day.
Janak

Cricri (176) 2010-01-07 10:46

Hi Hercules
Ah oui c'彋ait original on dirait une affiche, mais celle ci est super aussi, on s'y croirait presque, bravo pour le cadrage et la r嶧lisation
Friendship
cricri

Vato_Law (12732) 2010-01-07 13:53

Hello Hercules.
well i saw the godfather version before this one and thought for me, how much time it would last here until it was removed (creativity on frames not allowed here but ok you were more and less advised, didn't you?)
Even without the string puller above this is a very nice crop with the folks enjoying the ride on those chairs and how I remember the complete madness when I used to ride on those chairs at full speed and with my colleagues making it turn around... nice memories yoou brought back to me with this one.

Cheers.
Paulo

Dashab (2564) 2010-01-07 14:29

Good evening, Hercules,
The shot is still excellent, even without the stuff at the top (which was very creative and put a smile on my face).
An excellent POV, great framing, good use of the vertical format and good idea to use b&w here.
Thanks for sharing and have a nice day!
Dasha

sacimar (38173) 2010-01-07 19:54

Hola Hercules,

cuando te escribi la critica en la original tambien me lo imagine..... estos genios como dices carecen de todo sentido de la creatividad.... bueno por lo menos te queda el recibimiento que has tenido... enhorabuena!

Un saludo

Sergio

npecanhuk (79329) 2010-01-08 0:49

Hello Hercules!
Very nice photograph!
Pretty original and an excellent photo job!
Sharpness, exposure, pov, black frame, the choice for black and white and vertical format and composition are all outstanding features here!
I was always affraid of that thing in amusement parks!
I also agree with the ones who said it was such a shame not being able to add those visual effects on our pictures! It'd only add interest and fun to our posts, wouldn't it?!

TFS - congratulations1
My warmest regards,
Neyvan

delkoo (68) 2010-01-08 1:56

hi hercules
I missed this one, Great photo. Well composed with excellent graphism and POV,the deleted shot was very artistic and original ; pity.....

ta leme
didier

alvaraalto (42804) 2010-01-08 13:13

Hi Hercules,

They did it again. They never learn. Creativity and humour are not allowed on this site. Only the rules count even if they are silly and useless, like the mysterious rule about framing.
Are you 100% sure that the people on the scene are no relatives or well known TE-members, otherwise I have to report this picture for violating the TOS. But before that I will reward both pictures with two point.

Groet Rob

kiks (12805) 2010-01-09 7:11

Herciles, congratulations for your WS. Great great idea and very well executed.
Best regadrs
KIKS

giorgimer (35017) 2010-01-09 13:20

Hi Hercules.

I did't see the original one, it was genial! Already this version is a great idea. Excellent crop.

TFS

G

polter (7239) 2010-01-09 13:43

Greatly captured. Like it very much. With no adds as well :)) Fantastic scene greatly composed.
Greetings T.

Pentti (1469) 2010-01-10 0:40

Hi Herclues,

Great photo. Good framing.

Pentti

bostankorkulugu (42866) 2010-01-10 2:27

oh i wish i was the one who had taken it, this is soooo cool bro... reflects the joy of the people on it so good... hugs... krkt

magalik (6103) 2010-01-25 10:46

Hello Hercules,

I like very very much your two last B&W shots on roundabouts. You found the perfect framing according to me and I think it's not very easy to find it. The idea to convert them in B&W was great.
Very nice composition, very well balanced.
Really a good work. Congrats.
Have a nice evening.

Magali

quillo (11858) 2010-02-13 3:58

♥

Hola amigo H廨cules --------->

El encuadre es original, la elecci鏮 del B/N
le va muy bien a la composici鏮,
buenos contrastes .... en definitiva un buen trabajo.

Enhorabuena.

Un saludo y feliz d燰.

♥

JugnuToor (159) 2010-04-09 22:42