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Originally Posted by Omaroo
Often as not, a "staged" photo makes as good a pic as a "natural" one in that there is a certain amount of "cheek" associated with it.  |
Here is the crux of the discussion I believe.
In advertising obviously most have to be staged in order to convey a message or theme, even without explanation.
And yes even in imaging comps a staged photo is acceptable but a natural one, given all other factors to be similar, would score higher in my mind.
I've entered both staged and natural photos in comps but acknowledge that a natural photo would be preferred in every instance.
I did enjoy this month's challenge, I wasn't expecting to enter it though as I thought I wouldn't find a suitable image to enter.
Good topic Mike.