Vote For the April Cover

[Blanket Head]

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Voted for #1 for the simple reason that we just had a confederate prisoner image.

Kaleb Dissinger

[Dale Beasley]

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Lets say we start posting original images of CW Soldiers...would they have to be in uniform, or say...could they be images taken following the war?

BTW, Pat great picture. See you at Vicksburg. /G\

[lawson]

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Of the available two images, I think number 2 deserves it. Of course, i'm not voting this month..........

[Blackhatter1]

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While I thought image #2 looked very authentic and similar to some originals I've seen, I chose image #1 because of its uniqueness. It's nice to see someone capture life outside the often photographed "prisoners" or "mess mates" poses we see on a regular basis.

[Shockoe Hill Cats]

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Voted for #1 for the simple reason that we just had a confederate prisoner image.

Kaleb Dissinger

Geeeeeees.. Such a difficult choice this month! :o Both are superb! However, I came to the same conclusion as Mr. Dissinger and therefore voted for No. 1. It also just has a very comfy pose to it and is a pleasant reminder of some of the quiet times that ensued during a great war.

I will suggest that No. 2 should be resubmitted later on. The setup is just a great one. It's quite interesting that the viewers can see the main body in the background while the concentration is more or less on the faces of the foreground prisoners.

Well done,

[marylandreb]

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Maybe a mix of orginal an submitted pictures would be the way to go. And I voted for #2 I like outdoor images.

[Bushrod Carter]

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Ok, here are my thoughts on why I submitted what is now known as “Photo #1.”


I have had several “portrait” or “studio” images made as an enlisted man and as on officer, so I decide to attempt something a little different. This particular image was made at the Fort Granger 2006 event – which happened to be my last event as commander of the WIG. Because the event was close to my house I was able to drag more of the living history stuff out to furnish my quarters. Others on the AC can share their thoughts about the copious amount of stuff I used to make my garrison quarters comfortable. Anyway, having seen a few images of officers relaxing in front of, in, or around their quarters in stationary camps I decided to make that the context for this final image as a commander. At many events the period photographers set up in a stationary position and we bring the business to them. However, at Granger, the event site was small enough, and the photographer’s dark room close enough, that he could bring the camera to my tent. Thus, I took the opportunity to attempt an image that is rarely caught at most living histories.

I appreciate everyone’s comments. I too think this image (By Dan Parsons) turned out remarkably well. Personally I like the depth that the table, field made bookcase, mirror and dress uniform give to the image.

[billyreb61]

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WOW!!! This was a tough choice! I'm going to have to go with number 2. It looks just like an original and the setting is perfect.

[dwinch]

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It was a tough decision, but I went with #2. I liked the formation in the background and the confederate prisoners in the foreground.

Dale Winch

[riptailedroarer]

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No. 1 takes my vote, excellent composition that riminded me of the "relaxing in camp" type photos that you see.
And I don't rol up one trowser leg and bare my breast.:D

[Bushrod Carter]

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And I don't rol up one trowser leg and bare my breast.:D

That is Funny! I'm glad someone out there realizes that there is no secret conspiracy.

[Eric Tipton]

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Congratulations to Pat Craddock for his image submission this month. I should have the new cover up in a couple of days.

Thanks to everyone who submitted. This thread is offically closed.