Destination Voting Request - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

09/18/2005 09:52:47 PM · #1

The Destination Challenge is unique in the depth of self that is being asked to be shared. I find myself feeling trepidation about sharing an image that shows so much of my heart, especially the tender feelings of my most cherished hopes and dreams. The very nature of this challenge is personal and touches very close to my heart. I'm sharing it in order to let the caring see my deepest desires - at least a piece.

Because others may feel this same way, I'm asking that we are especially sensitive in our comments. Comment on the photographic merits as you see fit. Be gentle on the dreams/fears the images represent. Thanks in advance.
Becky

Skip

Canon EOS-1D X

09/18/2005 10:02:47 PM · #2

note to self: send becky a flame-retardant kevlar jumpsuit. good luck in the challenge, just don't take anything personally...

mpemberton

09/18/2005 10:04:00 PM · #3

Good luck.

It is the role of an Artist to expose themselves to the world.

The comments, as pain are real. They as observers are not.

Critics are the lice of art. They have no value, except to the medical proffesion...... Which suggests they be killed.

Canon EF 22-55mm f/4.0-5.6 USM

09/18/2005 10:09:48 PM · #4

Thanks Skip - I'll put that jumpsuit on at the stroke of midnight. I already made the choice to let the comments fly right on by. Say what you want about my photos - you're fine. Bash my beliefs - lightning bolts could fly. :-)

Becky

Stagolee

Kodak Easyshare C180

Canon EF 50mm f1.2L

09/18/2005 10:11:34 PM · #5

Originally posted by rjkstesch:

This is very true. I would also like to see no one saying "does not meet the challenge" comment. Every image is how the photographer views the topic description, so destination can mean anything to anyone.

Tammer

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

09/18/2005 10:19:01 PM · #6

Eeek...after seeing the intensity and honesty of the thread I feel my entry is completely off target, and I ponder withdrawing it.....

JayWalk

Canon EOS-6D

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

09/18/2005 10:20:56 PM · #7

85% of the pictures are going to be of grave stones or cemetary shots I bet. It will be nice to see something a bit more original that has emotion in it.

Canon EF 22-55mm f/4.0-5.6 USM

09/18/2005 10:22:45 PM · #8

Tammer, don't withdraw. You've just added balance.

MPemberton - I've been dealing with lice issues for the past two weeks at my school. You've chosen an apt symbol.

Becky

Tammer

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

09/18/2005 10:29:51 PM · #9

Thanks rjkstesch...I'll balance the bottom of the DPC entries and you can balance the top :-)

PhantomEWO

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

09/18/2005 11:11:31 PM · #10

Originally posted by rjkstesch:

Yes indeed, in the past ones beliefs did stir controvery and Becky has spoken well. Many challenges do relate to things that are very personal, sometimes we do not feel this closeness when voting. We all need to be more concerned on the photograph and it's merits and not on beliefs and personal ideals. After all .... everyone knows that Ford trucks are the only real man trucks ... Chevy's and Dodges are for girlie guys and Toyota's are for pansies ;)

Jutilda

Canon EOS-7D

Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 DC Macro for Canon

09/18/2005 11:32:27 PM · #11

I'm revving my Tundra's engine. LOL