First of all, thanks you for viewing and comment.
In order to let u guys know how did this idea came out, I have to say it was firstly due to a job ( A documentary photo project about the estate according to what the government required).
Secondly, as I 'd never been to this estate before or just that I was a complete stranger to them, I had to find a way to get acquainted with them, and the best way I thought was to try the panorama approach. And I was also keen on experimenting panorama at this moment.
Anyway, I was a layman and is still a layman about panorama. I don't know how to create a 360x 180 QTVR.
I thought it was especially detrimental at the start of this project if I did anything inappropriate according to the eyes and mind from people in this estate. It is because bad news ( gossip ) would easily spread out within this little community. I had to be very careful. However, Shooting for Pano needs a tripod and it was the least offensive way for a stranger. it was one of the many interpersonal skill I started this project out.
After the first few pano were taken, I make a print as gift to the people who I had promised. They thought it was funny and unusual. They were not used to see photograph like this before and they liked it a lot. In this way, I gained my " fame " and it facilitate my job a lot afterward. Hence, it was at first a mean for communication. But as it went, I decided to let it be one of my personal project too.
Out of curiosity: if the original intent was to publish for web, why did you go through the hassle of stitching tens or hundreds of megapixel images - but not Zoomify them? You could have just used a fisheye lens and get the same screen res results.
These pano were shot using a prime 24mm lenses. By stitching, I can retain a more realistic perspective ( front to back ) than a fisheye. I shifted the the idea about decisive moment. Why is it necessary for documentary photography. As long as I didn't pose my subject, I thought " within a short period of time " and PS editing can also tell the real story. Moreover, I intended not for web purpose only, I want to print BIG because it will show the details of the scene. every little details such as the electrical appliances at home or the price list in the restaurant will be a history sooner or later. So I think higher resolution is necessary.
John
