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12/08/2013 04:46:44 PM · #1

I am starting a campaign that might help DPC to get more members. Following blog that I sent to one of my friend at Netherlands might be published soon. I will also be looking for other places to send this piece and get some more visitors to DPC.

If you willing to help to DPC website, please take my blog as a sample, and write something similar for your readers. I understand you don't have to do this since the owner doesn't care about his own website much, but it is for us the members and registered users. So you will be helping more than one person if you accept this offer.

...

"Hi everyone, this is my second guest blog here at Frank's website and this time I would like to introduce you to one of my favorite websites "DPChallenge", which is short for Digital Photography Challenge.

DPC has been around since 2002 and I have been a member since 2006. Now, after more than 7 years of fun and building my photography skills through entering challenges and chatting with other members, I think you should know about this place as well... Becoming a registered user is free, and yearly membership costs only $25... with that, you can enter more challenges each week, join member-only discussions, get more space and have your own portfolio page.

DPC is a public place but also has a crew of volunteers who are known as the Site Council who ensure that all of our fun stays (mostly) PG in nature. Not only does the SC monitor the forums well enough to ensure that this really is one of the most friendly places on the 'net, but they also work hard to ensure that the system is VERY fair and honest. Voting is completely anonymous and there is no tolerance for cheating or voting manipulation tactics. In short, it's a super 'safe' place, and one where the images that DESERVE to win are the winners. Being popular at DPC is great in the forums, but it won't help you win a ribbon! Speaking of safe - all ages are welcome at DPC, even kiddos with parental permission.

DPC has played a major role in the development of many successful photographers; some of them became well known names, probably the most well known is Joey Lawrence, who shot to fame after shooting the Twilight movie series posters. Of course, we don't just have portait people, we've got professional sports photographers who shoot major league events, concert photographers, landscape people, wildlife photographers, fine art photographers, and a plethora of other styles as well. And these folks can SHOOT, be ready to bring your 'A' game, because each week the front page is always filled with new amazing images... Not only can they shoot, but editing is also pretty strong with many of these folks - but don't worry, editing is usually restricted to ensure that things don't go into the 'digital art' realm.. (although we have a few 'expert' challenges for that too!)..

Now, before you run away, worrying that you can't possibly compete with these people, consider this: The primary purpose of DPC is to educate and share knowledge. Need to know how to do something? Just ask in the forums, it's a guarantee that someone will give you a great answer.

Ok, so now that you're convinced, and you're ready to head over and start entering challenges, let me tell you how challenges work...

The typical challenge is limited to a one week time period. So, after the subject of the challenge has been announced, you have one week in which you'll take your photo, post process and upload to the challenge. There will then be one week of voting, after which the top three finishers are posted on the front page. There are also monthly Free Study challenges, and occasional "speed challenges" which last only one or two days. If your photo requires validation, you will be asked to send the original digital image for verification, and if it ends up in top 5 such verification is automatic. In order to pass this verification, you'll need to make sure your original file is available. Also, because date is so important here, you'll need to check your camera date to ensure that it is accurate before shooting, as they only allow images that are taken during the correct dates. Note that the validation process only applies to whether the rules have been followed, not the image quality or interpretation of the topic.

Even if you're not sure that this is for you, I encourage you to visit the www.dpchallenge.com website where you can then check out the "Challenge Archive" in "Challenges" menu. You will see there are many fantastic ribbon-winning photographs, in fact, this is probably one of the best curated collections on the entire internet. It is a very inspiring place to be, a very exciting place to be entertained and the perfect place to test and build your skills on a weekly basis.

Take my word for it, once you're in, you won't wanna get out :)"

Message edited by author 2013-12-09 14:09:55.

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED

12/08/2013 09:43:30 PM · #2

Bump

Message edited by author 2013-12-09 11:25:50.

tanguera

Nikon D750

12/08/2013 10:56:16 PM · #3

Might be the wrong time of year to be asking :)

12/08/2013 11:03:02 PM · #4

Originally posted by tanguera:

Might be the wrong time of year to be asking :)

it's an open invitation for anytime of the year... it happened to be started just now!

12/09/2013 11:25:38 AM · #5

Bump...

Message edited by author 2013-12-09 14:10:26.

12/09/2013 12:14:46 PM · #6

Mind if I copy-edit that?

12/09/2013 12:16:46 PM · #7

Originally posted by Cory:

Mind if I copy-edit that?

No problems at all!

12/09/2013 12:51:07 PM · #8

Originally posted by FocusPoint:

Originally posted by Blog Article:

"Hi everyone, this is my second guest blog here at Frank's website and this time I would like to introduce you to one of my favorite websites "DPChallenge", which is short for Digital Photography Challenge.

DPC has been around since 2002 and I have been a member since 2006. Now, after more than 7 years of fun and building my photography skills through entering challenges and chatting with other members, I think you should know about this place as well... Becoming a registered user is free, and yearly membership costs only $25... with that, you can enter more challenges each week, join member-only discussions, get more space and have your own portfolio page.

DPC is a public place but also has a crew of volunteers who are known as the Site Council who ensure that all of our fun stays (mostly) PG in nature. Not only does the SC monitor the forums well enough to ensure that this really is one of the most friendly places on the 'net, but they also work hard to ensure that the system is VERY fair and honest. Voting is completely anonymous and there is no tolerance for cheating or voting manipulation tactics. In short, it's a super 'safe' place, and one where the images that DESERVE to win are the winners. Being popular at DPC is great in the forums, but it won't help you win a ribbon! Speaking of safe - all ages are welcome at DPC, even kiddos with parental permission.

DPC has played a major role in the development of many successful photographers; some of them became well known names, probably the most well known is Joey Lawrence, who shot to fame after shooting the Twilight movie series posters. Of course, we don't just have portait people, we've got professional sports photographers who shoot major league events, concert photographers, landscape people, wildlife photographers, fine art photographers, and a plethora of other styles as well. And these folks can SHOOT, be ready to bring your 'A' game, because each week the front page is always filled with new amazing images... Not only can they shoot, but editing is also pretty strong with many of these folks - but don't worry, editing is usually restricted to ensure that things don't go into the 'digital art' realm.. (although we have a few 'expert' challenges for that too!)..

Now, before you run away, worrying that you can't possibly compete with these people, consider this: The primary purpose of DPC is to educate and share knowledge. Need to know how to do something? Just ask in the forums, it's a guarantee that someone will give you a great answer.

Ok, so now that you're convinced, and you're ready to head over and start entering challenges, let me tell you how challenges work...

Each challenge is limited to a one week time period. So, after the subject of the challenge has been announced, you have one week in which you'll take your photo, post process and upload to the challenge. If your photo ends up in top 5, you will be asked to send the original digital image for verification. In order to pass this verification, you'll need to make sure your original file is available. Also, because date is so important here, you'll need to check your camera date to ensure that it is accurate before shooting, as they only allow images that are taken during the correct dates.

Even if you're not sure that this is for you, I encourage you to visit the www.dpchallenge.com website where you can then check out the "Challenge Archive" in "Challenges" menu. You will see there are many fantastic ribbon-winning photographs, in fact, this is probably one of the best curated collections on the entire internet. It is a very inspiring place to be, a very exciting place to be entertained and the perfect place to test and build your skills on a weekly basis.

Take my word for it, once you're in, you won't wanna get out :)

There we go... Turned into more of an edit than a copy-edit, hope it's ok with you still.

Message edited by author 2013-12-09 12:57:20.

12/09/2013 12:54:01 PM · #9

Thanks :)

My English is same level with 2 years old but idea was there, you just perfected it...

Message edited by author 2013-12-09 12:58:39.

12/09/2013 01:04:12 PM · #10

Originally posted by FocusPoint:

Thanks :)

My English is same level with 2 years old but idea was there, you just perfected it...

Pfft... It was fine, I'm just pedantic.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

12/09/2013 01:09:26 PM · #11

Originally posted by Cory:

...I'm just pedantic.

yeah... I had to look at the dictionary for this one!

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

12/09/2013 01:30:52 PM · #12

Originally posted by FocusPoint:

I am starting a campaign that might help DPC to get more members.

Thank you -- this is an excellent idea, and exactly the type of positive action (and attitude) I was finding lacking in some of the other threads.

The fact that Cory could so easily tweak you posts suggests that your ability to communicate in English is fine, if occasionally "non-traditionally" phrased ... :-)

@Cory: I like your edit, but would like to elaborate a bit on the challenges section (see below), and also suggest a mention of having a public print store at DPCPrints as one of the included benefits with a paid membership. And if the person making the blog post has a DPC Prints gallery, they should include a link to their own portfolio:

{url=//username.DPCprints.com}DPCprints.com{/url}

(with brackets instead of braces in PHP coding - maybe you can add the "straight HTML" format?)

Suggested revision:
The typical challenge is limited to a one week time period. So, after the subject of the challenge has been announced, you have one week in which you'll take your photo, post process and upload to the challenge. There will then be one week of voting, after which the top three finishers are posted on the front page. There are also monthly Free Study challenges, and occasional "speed challenges" which last only one or two days.

If your photo requires validation, you will be asked to send the original digital image for verification, and if it ends up in top 5 such verification is automatic. In order to pass this verification, you'll need to make sure your original file is available. Also, because date is so important here, you'll need to check your camera date to ensure that it is accurate before shooting, as they only allow images that are taken during the correct dates. Note that the validation process only applies to whether the rules have been followed, not the image quality or interpretation of the topic.

12/09/2013 02:11:13 PM · #13

Both edited version updated as first thread of this post!

12/09/2013 09:14:55 PM · #14

Bump

12/10/2013 07:13:41 AM · #15

Bump

Message edited by author 2013-12-11 10:12:14.

12/10/2013 02:46:58 PM · #16

Bump...

12/10/2013 04:01:28 PM · #17

Spread the word!

I am starting a campaign that might help DPC to get more members. Following blog that I sent to one of my friend at Netherlands might be published soon. I will also be looking for other places to send this piece and get some more visitors to DPC.

If you willing to help to DPC website, please take my blog as a sample, and write something similar for your readers. I understand you don't have to do this since the owner doesn't care about his own website much, but it is for us the members and registered users. So you will be helping more than one person if you accept this offer.

...

"Hi everyone, this is my second guest blog here at Frank's website and this time I would like to introduce you to one of my favorite websites "DPChallenge", which is short for Digital Photography Challenge.

DPC has been around since 2002 and I have been a member since 2006. Now, after more than 7 years of fun and building my photography skills through entering challenges and chatting with other members, I think you should know about this place as well... Becoming a registered user is free, and yearly membership costs only $25... with that, you can enter more challenges each week, join member-only discussions, get more space and have your own portfolio page.

DPC is a public place but also has a crew of volunteers who are known as the Site Council who ensure that all of our fun stays (mostly) PG in nature. Not only does the SC monitor the forums well enough to ensure that this really is one of the most friendly places on the 'net, but they also work hard to ensure that the system is VERY fair and honest. Voting is completely anonymous and there is no tolerance for cheating or voting manipulation tactics. In short, it's a super 'safe' place, and one where the images that DESERVE to win are the winners. Being popular at DPC is great in the forums, but it won't help you win a ribbon! Speaking of safe - all ages are welcome at DPC, even kiddos with parental permission.

DPC has played a major role in the development of many successful photographers; some of them became well known names, probably the most well known is Joey Lawrence, who shot to fame after shooting the Twilight movie series posters. Of course, we don't just have portait people, we've got professional sports photographers who shoot major league events, concert photographers, landscape people, wildlife photographers, fine art photographers, and a plethora of other styles as well. And these folks can SHOOT, be ready to bring your 'A' game, because each week the front page is always filled with new amazing images... Not only can they shoot, but editing is also pretty strong with many of these folks - but don't worry, editing is usually restricted to ensure that things don't go into the 'digital art' realm.. (although we have a few 'expert' challenges for that too!)..

Now, before you run away, worrying that you can't possibly compete with these people, consider this: The primary purpose of DPC is to educate and share knowledge. Need to know how to do something? Just ask in the forums, it's a guarantee that someone will give you a great answer.

Ok, so now that you're convinced, and you're ready to head over and start entering challenges, let me tell you how challenges work...

The typical challenge is limited to a one week time period. So, after the subject of the challenge has been announced, you have one week in which you'll take your photo, post process and upload to the challenge. There will then be one week of voting, after which the top three finishers are posted on the front page. There are also monthly Free Study challenges, and occasional "speed challenges" which last only one or two days. If your photo requires validation, you will be asked to send the original digital image for verification, and if it ends up in top 5 such verification is automatic. In order to pass this verification, you'll need to make sure your original file is available. Also, because date is so important here, you'll need to check your camera date to ensure that it is accurate before shooting, as they only allow images that are taken during the correct dates. Note that the validation process only applies to whether the rules have been followed, not the image quality or interpretation of the topic.

Even if you're not sure that this is for you, I encourage you to visit the www.dpchallenge.com website where you can then check out the "Challenge Archive" in "Challenges" menu. You will see there are many fantastic ribbon-winning photographs, in fact, this is probably one of the best curated collections on the entire internet. It is a very inspiring place to be, a very exciting place to be entertained and the perfect place to test and build your skills on a weekly basis.

Take my word for it, once you're in, you won't wanna get out :)"

Message edited by author 2013-12-11 10:12:21.

12/11/2013 10:11:54 AM · #18

Here is why people are interested in a "Forum" based site with basically not much going on code wise but have these,

Goodies

(By a sponsor...)
Prizes:
1st Prize Winner = 5 current photography classes + 5 future photography classes ($599 value)
2nd Prize Winner = 2nd Place: 5 current photography classes ($299 value)
3rd Prize Winner = 3rd Place: 3 current photography classes ($179 value)

It's not only the website itself, but what they do for their members there!

So, at least what you can do is use your blogs, columns, Facebook accounts and twitter to spread the word for DPC.

12/12/2013 12:40:20 PM · #19

Spread the word!

12/20/2013 02:13:58 PM · #20

Ladies and gentleboys... New year is coming and if you like this website, and entering challanges, ripping your hair out during voting... spread the word. Here are the stuff going on right now, and will happen in January and February... all you have to do is, talk about this website at your social networks and ask your photographer friends to join... It's free for God's sake!!!

There is already a DPChat room open for anyone to yap with others...

There is another super DPCer Interview coming up in January, check DPChat room for details...

jagar will be interviewed by

bear_music

Hat Awards are coming back in February...

First 2 hats will be sent to the winner of "February 2014 Free study" and to first time ribbon winner (any color) of the first open challenge in February 2014

There will be a blog about DPC at Frank Doorhof's website shortly, which has tons of visitors a day!

Spread the word... so easy, even I can do that!!!

12/20/2013 10:36:57 PM · #21

Spread the word!

12/20/2013 11:53:24 PM · #22

Originally posted by FocusPoint:

Spread the word!

Is that the insurance ad girl? :D

SPREAD THE WORD FOLKS! :D Best holiday ~~curse~~ gift you can give! ;)

12/21/2013 03:58:29 AM · #23

Originally posted by Cory:

...Is that the insurance ad girl?...

Nah.. she ain't Flow!

Originally posted by Cory:

SPREAD THE WORD FOLKS! :D Best holiday ~~curse~~ gift you can give! ;)

Yeah... curse, not because you wouldn't like it... because you wouldn't be able to get out of it! unless if you become a very successful photographer become a fame and make tons of money... then you would go leave and never look back... we stayers curse you behind... hopelessly try to make our own success one day... knowing it ain't gonna happen. So, spread the word folks... spread the word!