Sunday, May 9, 2010

Everyone's a critic

I know Ryan Howard as a character on The Office, but until recently I had no idea of his photographic background. Thanks to a link on Muse-ings, I recently discovered Howard's photoblog One Thousand And One Words, which lists a growing array of sharply written photo critiques. Here's a sampling:


As you can see from this brief review, Howard really knows his stuff and he doesn't pull any punches.

Want a personal critique? Howard has generously offered to judge photos from his readers. If you have a photo in mind and you want it to receive an MFA-level analysis for free, just go to his blog and follow the submission link. If you have trouble choosing a photo, consider Howard's guidance: "I challenge you to be as avant-garde as possible, because the greatest freedom...is artistic freedom."

8 comments:

Frank Nachtman said...

MFA level analysis? Don't hurt your cheek with your tongue!

wolf said...

c'mon, man, that guy is pulling your leg.

Anonymous said...

Fabulous site! Had me almost fooled for a second or two. Best laugh of the week. Genius ;-)
Jon

Blake Andrews said...

The sharper the tongue the deeper the wound. My cheek is a war zone.

g said...

I don't understand these comments. I think it's a beautiful thing when a famous athlete is willing to show us his sensitive side. What's wrong with you guys?

Blake Andrews said...

Ryan Howard. First baseman by day, art critic by night. When does he find time for The Office?

g said...

You are so right. A virtual Renaissance man. And to think some actually scoffed!

Anonymous said...

He's no Szarkowski.