Variations on a theme

Guys, it's not a big deal 🙈

I was poking (hopefully) gentle fun at @RideFl71, as I think he takes some of the best pics on this thread.

I'm not trying to start a fight 😝
Neither am I... I honestly wondered what the difference was and did a little research. I thought that other very amateur photographers, such as myself, might also find it interesting or helpful, as the articles also discuss techniques.

@RideFl71 definitely takes some of the best pics on the thread. I was just trying to have a discussion following both of your comments. I noted the winks and laughs. I guess that I should have added some in myself.
 
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Neither am I... I honestly wondered what the difference was and did a little research. I thought that other very amateur photographers, such as myself, might also find it interesting or helpful, as the articles also discuss techniques.

@RideFl71 definitely takes some of the best pics on the thread. I was just trying to have a discussion following both of your comments. I noted the winks and laughs. I guess that I should have added some in myself.

I'll get my coat...
I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said anything
 
I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said anything
Apparently you should have. I guess I don't have enough insight as to how I come across. If you thought I was being combative, I'm sure everyone else did as well. I'd rather know that than not know and just have everyone thinking that about me.
 
While "silhouette" can have different meanings in different contexts, we're talking about photography. The car seems to be the main subject of your photo but is not in silhouette. There are shadows in the photo, but they appear to be there to add an interesting detail and effect to the overall photo, as opposed to being the focus.

"The subject of a silhouette can be people, animals or objects, identifiable by their outline or black shape against a colorful or well-lit background."
(https://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/tips-and-techniques/how-to-shoot-a-silhouette.html)

"Silhouette photography shows the dark outlines of subjects in front of contrasting, bright scenes such as sunsets or studio backdrops."
(https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/photography/discover/silhouette-photography.html)

ETA: This was also helpful to me in thinking about the difference...

"The terms “shadows” and “silhouettes” are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same. A silhouette is a dark subject or object against a brighter background. The dark outlines of a subject or object are often depicted before bright scenes, such as sunsets or studio backdrops, to create a dramatic contrast.

Shadow photography differs from silhouette photography in that the object or subject is situated in front of the light source, and its outline is then projected onto a surface as a shadow. While silhouettes and shadows are created using different methods, both can appear in the same photo to create breathtaking results."
(https://www.shutterstock.com/blog/shadow-photography-tips)
I in no means was fighting or arguing with @Saltfountain .. And I know he was picking on me.. Unfortunately I really don't have what is technically a "Silhouette" photo or haven't found or taken on yet... Lol
 
Predictable, and sooooooooo tediously boring...

You need a new writer dude 😉
Have you know respect for traditions? It would be like Michael Scott not saying "That's what she said"

Maybe a better example for you would be it would be like tea without biscuits.

I try very hard to stay in my lane in your thread but I can't help wandering occasionally. (Sorry)
 
It can be hard to express tone in a written comment. That's why I usually vomit up emojis all over the place so my intent is clear.
So same! Like now I fear if I don’t add the smiley faces people think I’m angry 🤣<—-added on autopilot even though I told myself when I started this comment I wasn’t going to 🙄
 
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