Should we name our photographs?

[noblebeast]

If we don't name them, how will they know to "come" when we call them?

You just have to establish a fixed relationship with them not long after their early development stages.

What about the tone of the relationship? And can a relationship developed and fixed long ago still be reframed?

Well, it really depends on your temperament. The tone of the relationship could be cold or, with a litle more work, it could warm up. Then again, if a relationship isn't developing correctly, you can always get really acidic about it and stop it from developing any further.

I see. And then wouldn't the temperament also determine how quickly the relationship developes? For example, sometimes the heat of the moment makes things develope much quicker than when one is dealing with a cooler attitude. And what about the temperament's role in bringing out both positive and negative attributes?

[mwtroxell]

If we don't name them, how will they know to "come" when we call them?

You just have to establish a fixed relationship with them not long after their early development stages.

What about the tone of the relationship? And can a relationship developed and fixed long ago still be reframed?

Well, it really depends on your temperament. The tone of the relationship could be cold or, with a litle more work, it could warm up. Then again, if a relationship isn't developing correctly, you can always get really acidic about it and stop it from developing any further.

I see. And then wouldn't the temperament also determine how quickly the relationship developes? For example, sometimes the heat of the moment makes things develope much quicker than when one is dealing with a cooler attitude. And what about the temperament's role in bringing out both positive and negative attributes?

Ah, yes, there is the fact that there are positive and negative attributes. But if one wishes to carfully consider the consequences of their actions, then they will see that the choices are as clearly defined as black and white. In fact, instead of enlarging the problem till it is completely out of proportion, they can instead try to come into direct contact with the problem. Of course, if a person choses to taint the argument with shades of color, then the whole negative aspect can instead become quite transparent.

[noblebeast]

If we don't name them, how will they know to "come" when we call them?

You just have to establish a fixed relationship with them not long after their early development stages.

What about the tone of the relationship? And can a relationship developed and fixed long ago still be reframed?

Well, it really depends on your temperament. The tone of the relationship could be cold or, with a litle more work, it could warm up. Then again, if a relationship isn't developing correctly, you can always get really acidic about it and stop it from developing any further.

I see. And then wouldn't the temperament also determine how quickly the relationship developes? For example, sometimes the heat of the moment makes things develope much quicker than when one is dealing with a cooler attitude. And what about the temperament's role in bringing out both positive and negative attributes?

Ah, yes, there is the fact that there are positive and negative attributes. But if one wishes to carfully consider the consequences of their actions, then they will see that the choices are as clearly defined as black and white. In fact, instead of enlarging the problem till it is completely out of proportion, they can instead try to come into direct contact with the problem. Of course, if a person choses to taint the argument with shades of color, then the whole negative aspect can instead become quite transparent.

Which is why I always try to view these things in a safe light, and then note the contrast of the extremes of black and white with the shades of gray they contain in between. This helps bring the subject into sharp focus, as does searching for the grain of truth, although with direct contact that is less of a worry than when one is always projecting. All of these variables can create quite a bit of confusion in one's circle, but the only other option is to close the shutters completely, in which case one will never see the light.

[Ed Sukach]

If

Does anyone else here feel like they are driving through a tunnel?

[noblebeast]

If

Does anyone else here feel like they are driving through a tunnel?

It must be your vision, Ed.

[BobF]

We can tighten down the adjustment screws as the enlarger is now aligned perfectly.

[Aggie]

If

It's all a matter of focus.

[SteveGangi]

"If we don't name them how will they....."
Well, I gave my cats names and they still only come when it suits them

[Aggie]

Steve you need cosmic catnip cat treats. Once they are nippers, they will race to your side as the bag is crinkled. No name needed.

[mwtroxell]

Of course, cats will do whatever they want to do. Its a well established scientific fact that cats are the highest form of life in the universe. The rest of us were only put here to serve their every whim.