I’d have to say that NYC Photobloggers 4 was a learning experience, the likes of which I haven’t had since I got a camera. There’s something to be said for sitting in a crowd of people who share the same interests and who are willing to take some free time to help you enjoy that interest.
Throughout the night, various people presented photos that were representative of their body of work. Pictures ran the range from great to average to mediocre, and there was even a presenter who decided that, at a NYC Photobloggers event, he wasn’t going to bother presenting any actual photos.
How quaint.
Of course, no gathering of artistic types in NYC would be complete without the left wing loons that permeate this city. From the nice older lady who sat next to me who bitched from 7:05 (when it started) through 8:45 (when it ended) about the lack of women participating in the presentation to one presenter (who my wacky neighbor loved) over and over telling us that he started his photoblog because he was depressed about the direction our country was going in after the 2004 elections, there was more than a fair share of left-wing silliness to be had.
Overall, however, it was all about the photos. Lots of people showed up, lots of knowledge gleaned, and overall something I really enjoyed. Seeing some of the work of these average every day non-professionals left me slackjawed.
My favorites from the night:
Favorite 1
Favorite 2
Favorite 3
Favorite 4
Favorite 5
Favorite 6
Favorite 7
Favorite 8
Favorite 9
Well done, guys, and I’ll see you all again next year!