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RiŠardo (here@glorious-somerset.uk) 2015/01/25 03:29

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On 24/01/2015 23:40, Frank Colossi wrote:

>>
>> Maybe Mr Colessi could direct us to some of his past contributions or,
>> failing which, will contribute some of his own works in order to show
>> the rest of us how it should be done.
>>
>> I'm sure that he won't mind some critical analysis, given that he seems
>> happy to hand it out.
>>
>
> Most certainly.  Unlike most others, it seems, I welcome criticism and
> I am not at all offended by harshness or severity.  In fact, I find that
> "rudeness" and honest integrity often go hand-in-hand.
>
> Attached are two images across two posts that demonstrate the great
> difference that high resolution can make.
>
> The second image shows the same scene as the first image.
>
> This second image was scanned from the photographic print at 600 dpi
> and demonstrates the minimum effective resolution for any kind of
> serious presentation.
>
> Note how the complex details, which were completely lost in the 150 dpi
> version, now become vibrantly alive.  The folds on each uniform are
> quite discernible as well as the nature of the equipment.  One can
> almost feel as if one were walking directly among these soldiers.
> The image is truly satisfying.
>
> Again, to best appreciate the grandeur of this resolution (2704x2128)
> be sure that your software does not automatically resize the image on
> your screen.
>
>

However, given the size of this latter picture I'm sure that many, if
postings were being made in their many hundreds at this size, would not
even bother to get past the first couple.

Nonetheless, I give you full marks for your "mine is bigger than yours"
mentality.

--
Moving Things In Stiil Pictures

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