OMG - ROB (bear_music) got a ribbon!!!

05/04/2005 10:22:18 AM · #28

Originally posted by kirbic:

LOL, this has gotta be a double-edged sword for Robert... He likes to paint himself as the sort of out-there, nonconformist. Now he's gone and ribboned on us and blew that image all to heck!
Seriously, it's good to see him on the front page. Great work Row-bear!

Fear not, see my current "Night" shot and my soon-to-be-posted "Dreams" entry for a return to your regular programming :-)

Robt.

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS for Canon

05/04/2005 10:29:11 AM · #29

Originally posted by nards656:

Yes, either Row-bear has gone mainstream and sold out or the voters have finally gotten artsy...

Either way, a big congrats to ya!

It was a happy confluence of my sensibilities with a challenge topic. When I saw this topic I said to myself "Ward, if you can't ribbon this one you can't NEVER ribbon..." Of course, I said that with my Ansel, too... But those are my two highest-ranked entries, so....

And actually, to be fair, I'm getting the sense that the voters are getting more receptive to "art" lately, so you may be right. Ed's 4th place image in this challenge is one that rewards introspection, and nearly ribboned despite an utter lack of eye-candy appeal. Even my 3rd place ribboner is a little "edgy" compositionally; I received remarks about the odd ripples upper left and the juxtaposition of the skiff with the reflections, but both were actually carefully thought-out and completely intentiuonal; I had "safer" versions but elected to fo with this one.

Robt.

ElGordo

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

05/04/2005 10:54:59 AM · #30

For a DPC entry to ribbon requires only that the image have broad appeal to the voters, all other considerations are null. Robt's winning entry is clearly reminiscent of Claude Monet's impressionist work, and, whether intentional or not, caught the voter's eye. That is talent, not luck or perseverence. Some ingredients of talent may be inate, but unless developed will wither before coming to fruition. Robt has worked at his extraordinary craft and talent did not suffer.
Well earned Robt.

woohoopepper

Nikon D70

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

05/04/2005 12:23:35 PM · #31

Robert IS talented. He has entered 36 challenges since December. I call that perseverance, and I certainly would not mean that in a negative way at all ...

ElGordo

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS for Canon

05/04/2005 12:45:04 PM · #32

Originally posted by woohoopepper:

Robert IS talented. He has entered 36 challenges since December. I call that perseverance, and I certainly would not mean that in a negative way at all ...

I would call it enthusiasm!

woohoopepper

Nikon D70

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

05/04/2005 12:59:06 PM · #33

You're right. And it's very addicting. I view the world much differently now that I'm always thinking about photography (if I only didn't have to work - LOL - because I spend most of the day thinking about taking/creating photos) Hopefully, none of my coworkers are DPCers - or I'm in deep trouble!!!!

pawdrix

Nikon D700

Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF

05/04/2005 01:03:38 PM · #34

Originally posted by bear_music:

Fear not, see my current "Night" shot and my soon-to-be-posted "Dreams" entry for a return to your regular programming :-)

Robt.

I'm no Big Shot ribbon winner but I'm right behind you on the rest. Apparently, we shop at the same store.

Cheers

05/04/2005 01:07:30 PM · #35

I definitely prefer "enthusiasm" to "perseverance"; for me, the latter implies pursuit of a goal (i.e. a ribbon) and that's not how I see my participation here. I do it because it's FUN. And I have time. I may be poor, but my time's my own.

I can't stress this enough, actually; I'd recommend it to everyone. It's ok to grump a little about scores (I've done it, of course) as long as it's all in good fun. But in the end, set manageable goals (if you need goals at all) and reward yourself with satisfaction when you meet those goals. One of MINE was to have an image that I had not compromised finish over 7.0, and I just accomplished that so I'm a happy camper :-)

Robt.

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

05/04/2005 01:08:39 PM · #36

Originally posted by pawdrix:

Originally posted by bear_music:

Fear not, see my current "Night" shot and my soon-to-be-posted "Dreams" entry for a return to your regular programming :-)

Robt.

I'm no Big Shot ribbon winner but I'm right behind you on the rest. Apparently, we shop at the same store.

Cheers

That would be "Weird R Us"?

Robt.

woohoopepper

Nikon D70

05/04/2005 02:00:10 PM · #37

Okay you guys win - enthusiasm! I start out that way when I set my mind on a challenge. Then it starts waning as the scores roll in. I don't gripe online (except once when Ken threatened the life of his dog - LOL!). I try to remain positive because I'm learning from all the comments. So,that at least is when I persevere, because I'm not just going to run away with my tail between my legs. I just keep trying. And I do take into consideration at least half of what others comment upon. They quite often see what I don't. It all helps.

Jinjit

05/04/2005 02:45:59 PM · #38

I think this is probably the most creative thread, after your self-portrait thread!

I'm so glad to see you on the first page. You actually had it comming a long time ago!
I just hope I didn't come too late for the refreshments!

Rgarcia

Olympus OM-D E-M1

Olympus 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II M.Zuiko ED

05/04/2005 02:51:55 PM · #39

Congrats on your first ribbon! I'm sure there will be many others following.

Message edited by author 2005-05-04 16:27:46.

LevT

OM System OM-1

Olympus 12-100mm f/4.0 M.Zuiko ED IS PRO

05/04/2005 03:02:11 PM · #40

Robert,
it's so sad - you were well on the way to become the most favorite unribboned DPC photographer, and you've just ruined it.

My condolences :)

(beautiful photo! the lighting is awesome, and the boat it right where it should be)