Some things have changed
by Neat

Comment:
I like Neat, I really do. In fact I thought this was a cool image. But I must say that I have a hard time always saying how I feel because of the "political" side of the community (I need to get better at this). I don't want people to think I'm personally attacking them. The same in reverse. I think sometimes I don't get the harsh details of why my photo wasn't up to par because people don't want to demotivate or come across as critical. The problem is that we get flooded with compliments ,(& God knows I love those), but are we really learning or hearing why we received that 5.0 instead of a 7.0? Having said that there are folks who will give you all the details, for better or for worse, & here's the thing. By and large they do that in a way that is not hurtful. If we come across, (like most folks here), as supportive and constructive then even the most difficult comments to receive can be embraced as helpful.
I think, (in fact I know), that we're many times spared comments that could possibly help us grow as photographers.


Message edited by author 2014-02-09 20:51:54.

The Twins
by vawendy

Comment:
Now that I see the other side of Wendy I'm very grateful that her bird received 1st place. In fact, give her 1st on everything, I just want her to be happy.

Message edited by author 2014-02-07 09:13:02.

Portrait of a BlueJay
by vawendy

Comment:
So perfect it's almost as if you brought the bird into the studio and posed him. :)

Windchill (-40Celsius/Fahrenheit)
by dopey81

Comment:
Dopey, for the love of God, please move further south.

Crystal Portcullis
by GeneralE

Comment:
Nice detail on the ice crystals.

Warm Colors, Cold Wind
by giantmike

Comment:
The Giant strikes again serving up a nice dish of COLD.

The Lonely Tree
by deannariente

Comment:
Wow! Your very first entry. Don't give up. Remember 23 of us felt you deserved a (6) or higher and a score of 6 is pretty tough to come by. 47 of us gave you a 5 and that's good. A 5 here means you met the objectives of the challenge and overall a decent photo. I gave you a 9. Look forward to seeing more of your work!

35 with gusts to 45
by davidw

Comment:
It's just art, pure art. Do yourself a favor and frame this one.

Chicago -11
by Ken950

Comment:
Congrats! You captured "frigid cold" and you composed a beautiful shot.

Snowy Owl on Borrowed Osprey Nest
by PenelopeK

Comment:
I can't harp enough on how beautiful this shot is and so perfectly framed as well. Please take me with you next time. I would be complete if I had a shot like this.

Message edited by author 2014-02-04 17:16:20.