Some people only judge an image by detail and sharpness. Both criteria
can be important for some images but are rarely the main criteria for
us.
We think composition, color and the story of an image are more important.
This is not an excuse for poor technique and focussing but instead for
looking at the content first. If lack of sharpness and missing detail
are in your way to appreciate the photo then there is something wrong.
You probably also know these photographers who want to look at an 20x30"
image with a loupe. While this is clearly needed for producing the photograph
and ensure optimum print quality it does not say anything about the
visual quality of the photo itself. There are too many boring sharp
and detailed photos out there.
Let us repeat: This is no excuse for poor photographers technique or
defining an unacceptable blurred image as part of the artistic expression.
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