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What a monumental post!
A very warm and insightful description of our joint hobby here. And the pictures to go with it.
And you are spot on that the desire to better capture one's watch likely lead to many Purists acquiring excellent photographic skills. My inability to capture what I want has gotten me thinking about a real camera and some skill 'acquisition' for the first time in years 
Why Watch Fanatics Like Taking Pictures of Watches
Why Watch Fanatics Like Taking Pictures of Watches Here is a familiar scene: It’s a beautiful sunny day out on a leisurely Sunday morning. Perhaps you are out on your boat, enjoying a peaceful drive through the countryside or on the patio sipping coffee a...
Superb article on an important part of our hobby, Ping.
I would add that taking watch pictures is like many other things in life, a question of mood. you will never take good pictures if you are not in the good mood for that. Very interesting! Best, Nicolas
Mood
That is very interesting Nicolas and a very good point too. Hopefully taking pictures will change the mood. Always enjoy your wrist shots.
Guilty as charged
What can I say it\'s a crazy hobby full of wonderful people. What more can one ask. Bill
Exactly. Your Rolex, boat wrist shots...
...perfectly illustrate weekend watch leisure imo and that sense of life enjoyment. I think they remind us to take a moment, soak up the sun and be happy.
Makes me feel like i am on vacation.
I hope i bring the same feeling to others with a small smile. Thanks Bill
What a monumental post!
A very warm and insightful description of our joint hobby here. And the pictures to go with it. And you are spot on that the desire to better capture one\'s watch likely lead to many Purists acquiring excellent photographic skills. My inability to capture...
What a fantastic post, thank you!
I started to laugh when you used expression "shutter happy". I am used to "trigger happy" idiots who force others to search for protection behind big stones on the ground. I guess being "shutter happy" is somewhat more positive... Best and thanks, Kari
Are you a paintball-fanatic too?
...I'm a little clueless and slow at times but I think that's what you meant. Thank you and happy that I was able to make you laugh.
In the past I did a lot of hunting
and if somebody gets hurt in that, there's always a trigger happy idiot behind. Best, Kari
Many thanks for excellent post and placing one of mine inside...what to say...
all is said in your quote " life is good and being alive is sublime" watches and photos of them are just cherry on cake Sincerely D
Thanks Damjan
Yes I think we are very fortunate to take part in this interest. I always see those who discover this passion about themselves as the lucky ones.
Another superb article, Ping!
Thanks for this - I enjoyed reading it, and it actually helped me understand some of the things I find hard to explain when I do it. Now I have a good reference and whenever someone asks me why I take so many pictures of my watches, I can articulate it be...
Glad to help...
...with articulating those reasons and feelings. I am just as fascinated if not more with how watch fans approach this passion as I am with watches. It really is so interesting. Thanks for your comment.
Just incredible journalism skills here
A fabulous post with incredible depth and breadth. A most enjoyable read. Many thanks. Best Joe
Ping "rides" again ...
Fantastic! A true Purist post. I'm honored to have some pictures on it. Congratulations. Cheers, Nilo
Style
Hi Nilo. There are a handful of Purists on here that definitely have their own signature style when it comes to their watch photos. You can immediately identify their photos in the mix and you are one of them. Jocke's have regalness, Nicolas' have wittine...
wow wow wow
Thanks for such a beautiful write-up, and for compiling so many great photos! "Although you will find it fully joyous for yourself, it will be equally (or more) annoying to your loved ones, especially when dinner is waiting on the table and you are locked...
You're definitely not the only one :)
You should get her involved and ask her to pose for wrist shots. Tell her that her wrist looks more elegant than yours.
A megapost of fun, truths and revelations!
This is why we do what we do - a diversion, a respite from the mundane, sharing with others and being accepted as one of them. Can't explain it better than what you just posted. Brava Ping! cheers fernando
Thank you Fernando!
It's amazing how personal watch collecting can be. And how something mechanical in nature evokes such a wide spectrum of human emotion.
I take picture for insurance reasons only.
Nice post again Ping! We share our pleasure that way and we appreciate when we can have access to pictures from the watches we covet. They say a lot about our wearing habit and ourselves Thank you for the numerous pictures which are nice to see again. Che...
" I take picture for insurance reasons only. "
Somehow I don't buy it. I've seen your pictures and they are way more than that.
Wow that was a most enjoyable read!
I'm pretty sure everyone of us here can relate to your entire article. One of your best articles to date! And great selection of photos too. They really compliment your writing and the topic on hand. Cheers, Anthony
How many photographs of a single watch can you capture?
??? Too Many...methinks ! ...
Great post Ping and it only illustrates what a sad bunch of fanatics we really are....
Guilty as charged. And I can ruin the perfect sunset, or moment, bu reaching for the watch, the iPhone or camera, and start taking pictures of the wrist rather than the loved one! We probably all need help: but then that is what we are here for! Lovely re...
Sad in that surely we have something better to take pictures of....
for example, why when we see the watch at sunset do we feel compelled to photograph the watch rather than the sunset? "Sad" in the English vernacular is not unhappy; just diminished or pitiful in action! Andrew H
Andrew you raised a good point
I have been guilty of taking photos of my watches instead of my kids when I have the chance to capture a nice moment Time to reflect Well we still have the TimeOut and Photography forums here for us to take and share nice pics of other things we love othe...
Fantastic read thanks Ping!
I often stop in the middle of the pathway or garden or beach or mall to take wristshots (instead of selfies i call these wristies) and often get stares from the public lol! But I don\'t care as I love watches and capturing them on photos when I feel like ...
"Wristies" I love it!
Just make sure you are not on the side of a cliff or anywhere that your safety is compromised.
One more reason for obsessive watch photography . . .
. . . is for making comparisons with other vintage watches to determine whether they're original or not. Comparing verified examples against a watch 'under observation' allows vintage collectors a chance to weed out doctored specimens. If a picture is wor...
Good thing to point out Art
I didn't think about that one or wasn't even aware that was another reason. Thanks for adding this reason.
Anthological, monumental, fantastic post Ping! I enjoyed reading...
... As much as I enjoy taking pictures of my watches and viewing the photographs of other watch apasionados! Watch photography allows me to have more time playing with and enjoying my watches. I also use photos to share my pieces with other aficionados he...
Glad you enjoyed reading the post.
Yes, it's a way to enjoy your passion on a deeper level. Thanks for your comments.