Bee on Approach #2
by dleach

Comment:
Cool one.

IMG_1383_dpc.jpg
by dleach

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Hey, I learned in Boy Scouts: "Red touch black, friend of Jack. Red touch yellow, kill a fellow." That's red touching yellow there. I've never seen one in real life.

Three Speed Boyfriend
by lkn4truth

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What offends me is not the picture, but comments like those of Wyldchyld that have the audacity to call people closed-minded, narrow-minded, or the like for taking issue with this picture. I got a kick out of this picture; but I understand perfectly well why some might take issue with it. It is not an illegitimate complaint to point out that kids can look at this site. Moreover, to answer that complaint by saying that it is parents' responsibility to monitor their children is a non-answer. We were all kids once. We all know what we were able to do behind our parents' backs. Also, we all know that their are bad parents out there who could care less what their kids see or do. Do we as a society, and as individuals bear no responsibility for the things we do that these and other children see?

Then there's the ludicrous position that "art" is above reproach. How many times do I have to ask it? What's so special about "art" that it can claim such an exalted position in society that no one may complain about it? How about a perfectly crafted painting, photo or sculpture of a child being molested? Is this acceptable under the mantle of "art?" I should hope not. What about a perfectly exposed and framed photo of a woman being raped or brutalized? Or a man for that matter?

Then there is the question of good taste. Again, I got a kick out of this picture. But does that mean it was in good taste? Does its good lighting and exposure make it art? And, even if it is art, should it be posted in a public forum? Do we bear no responsibility toward the community?

Where do individual rights end and individual responsibility begin?

I don't care about this photo, but I hate the self-righteous attitude of some of its defenders.

JuliBloc, you made a fair and well-reasoned protest. Good for you.

Three Speed Boyfriend
by lkn4truth

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Originally posted by jmoore: I am assuming that this is the photo that started the whole nudity thead. You know what, I did not know what this was at 11 and if the persons who kid say this does then they have bigger issues then complaining to you about the photo. I love fine art nudes and not one person can say what is art and what is not cause it is different for everyone. Keep doing what you are doing and don't worry about the people who get offended. If they don't like it then they can choose not to be apart of the site. As far as the photo goes, I think your light could have been more exciting, it is a little to straight on for my tastes. I like dramitic light!

I got a kick out of the picture, but the comment I'm quoting above is sophomoric. "Don't worry about the people who get offended!"? What kind of attitude is that? We should all take an attitude of responsibility toward the community. Different people will differ on what that entails, but "Don't worry about the people who get offended" is anti-community, selfish and childish. I say, "Be considerate of the community. Weigh the consequences and implications of your actions; and then make your decision." Sometimes people will take issue with those decisions. Sometimes you will choose to push the limits; and sometimes that will be ok. But don't approach it with the attitude advocated in that quote.

San Antonio New Year 2007
by dleach

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Beautiful capture. But I'm confused by the appearance that the more-or-less horizontal, red streaks appear to be eminating from the tower itself. Were they actually using the tower as a launching spot?

35lb King!
by dleach

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Nice fish! We have Kingfish here. Wonder if it's the same as a King Mackeral. Looks like it.

All Me
by TCGuru

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I like this very much. Nice use of B&W. Very sensual use of the back of the neck.

a doll, a tree and me
by hanneke

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The doll part is confusing to me. I can't make out what it is.

Stillness
by bucket

Comment:
Very nice.

First Snow
by slickshooter

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Spectacular! Perfect 10!