Shout Out to Robec for his Gorgeous Coin Photography!
WingedLiberty1957
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WingedLiberty1957
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Absolutely beautiful
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/quarters/washington-quarters-major-sets/washington-quarters-date-set-circulation-strikes-1932-present/publishedset/209923
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/quarters/washington-quarters-major-sets/washington-quarters-date-set-circulation-strikes-1932-present/album/209923
His work is as amazing as PCGS TVs if it's not better in term of true hue
Does he render his service online?
@WingedLiberty1957
Your RB is equally amazing!!!!!
Great photo and great coin! Cool orange peel “skin.”
My current "Box of 20"
I think he's definitely one of the best. My jaw just hits the floor when looking at many of his photos. Not many in that company.
Very nice coin. There is a tool in photoshop called the dodge tool. The label needs to be lighter, Color also off IMO.
I tweaked it a little. I do find the reflection very distracting .....
Awesome coin and really pretty pics. I’d recommend ‘shopping out the light reflections.
Bob is one of the best. I hope to meet him in person some day. Real class act
Rainbow Stars
Really great pictures.... When seeing coin pictures we look at daily here on the forum, I reflect back to the early days and the first coin pictures posted...It is a much different world we live in today. Cheers, RickO
The cropped pics of the coin tell the story. I basically consider the slab shots simply a matter of record.
About a million years ago, I use to do professional "product" photography. The slab is a product. The product needs to have the best image possible, IMO.
Slab shots actually provide a good information on the photo because you can tell how the coin image was adjusted by the slab image.
Maybe, or maybe the label wasn’t lit well and the coin was. I think you’re right when evaluating color though.
Great coin and great imaging
@robec knows his stuff all right
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
Bob Campbell is arguably the best photographer out there other than Phil Arnold.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I guess its a matter of what your using the photo for. We know that WingedLib creates wonderfully attractive coin boards and has a website showcasing them. I don't recall ever seeing slabs showcased there.
If I were buying the coin from him in the future it would not be necessary for me to have a minted out shot of the slab. The bulb highlights are not hiding anything I need to see to make a choice about the coin. If your concentrating on the coin for your album then I think the slab shot is a basic record to be used for future reference against resubmissions etc.
Lets just say the slab is needed for something and a perfect shot was important. I would approach the project with the slab on something transparent as to bottom light the slab a little. I've used glass on a stand but have found a 6-8 inch deep clear tupperware upside down to place the slab on. Just a touch of light behind the slab cancels out the shadows created by the prongs, "which I find distracting". Who am I? I'm not Gods gift to Photography. A few other things, like I prefer to get a touch of light casting on the face of the portrait on coins. I'd rather see the face, forehead, eyes, chin etc illuminated more than a shoulder or back of the head. Darkness on the face is weird, but it happens all the time, no biggie. I try not to do it.
This is all basically a pet peeve and I consider it brash and sort of uncouth to chip a guy over it and I would never ever, ever touch up someone else's photo on a thread without being asked. It's bad form, especially when not on a "how is my photo skill?" directed thread.
I appreciate Winged sharing his coin and I respect Robecs images. I think they're great! I like that folks here put themselves out there and respect that even more. I want to see more in the future, this is why I keep coming back.
Wow.
I have ALWAYS appreciated criticism of my work. It helps one to grow.
Pats on the back and yes men make for mediocre work.
The state of numismatic photography has advanced tremendously in the last 10-20 years. Robec does great work and is always gracious with his comments and advice.
Nothing gets you going like a pat on the back or a kick in the pants. Thank you WL for appreciation thread and to any one who has chimed in pro or con.
The photos I take are for my own enjoyment. I’m not a professional and am not remotely close to perfecting the practice. I don’t do it as a business, have never charged a cent and at the age of 72 have no plans to change.
I understand that my results don’t appeal to everyone, especially when it comes to some slab shots. On this particular slab shot the objective was getting as much color and clarity possible without putting glare on the coin, while at the same time showing the slab and insert. The insert was darker because there was no direct light on it. All the lights were directed at the coin. Yes, I could have moved the lights back so no reflection of the lights were seen. If Paul would have wanted that type of shot that is what he would have gotten.
- Bob -
MPL's - Lincolns of Color
Central Valley Roosevelts
EOC, I get your point but not everyone is on the same trip we are.
These photos are a finished art projects presented for the world to see. Think for a second it is a painting that the artist says is finished. Now if someone else decided to come along with their paint brushes to make it better, then I think the artist may have something to say and it might not be pleasant. Or "here comes that guy with his brushes again" and that comes off as a hater, which I don't think you are.
Bob does wonderful images. Some of us try our best, some do amazing work...like Bob!!!
100 times better than I could do that's for sure, super pics and a coin that fits WL to a tee.
My Collection of Old Holders
Never a slave to one plastic brand will I ever be.
Fantastic, Bob!
I'd take a Robec picture of a coin over 99.9% of the folks on here...including many of the "professionals" ANYTIME.
Have always been a fan as I believe he captures what the coin looks like.
Having a slab shot is a must have, imho, but is not, for me, where the focus of effort/time should be. It is THE COIN itself that I care the most about.
Now, if I were @Lakesammman and his sample slab collection...then I might care more about the slab pic as well
I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment