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04/10/2003 07:54:17 PM · #26 |
Hi all,
I'm a new member here. I have been resisting the 'digital darkroom', but now, I've decided to dive right in. I am enjoying the flexibility of the medium.I do miss the smell of Ilford fixer though...
In regards to criticism, I entered one photo over the summer, and it was cool to be judged once again as in a classroom.I always try to gather what I can from a constructive critique. Now that I have kicked in some cash to this site, I feel more obligated to take more time in rating other photos. I look forward to getting to know all the different styles, and approaches individuals use to convey a subject here. As always, if you are happy w/ your work, that is all that matters, don't sweat the criticism.
aloha,
matt |
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04/10/2003 08:03:08 PM · #27 |
| I agree, although I get mad at first I realize that the comments really do help me take better pictures. I guess the constructive critisim helps me be a better teacher too! |
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04/10/2003 08:54:39 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by tjuneau13:
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We are (for the most part) adults here - Take what good you can from the comments you receive. Ignore comments made that are not helpful. It is as simple as that. |
But if you look back to the beginning of this thread you will see it was someones willingness to make unpleasant comments but not being happy when the photographer replied to the person about the comments being made that started this thread.
I do feel if someone wants to be a troll about the comments I have every right to privately tell them what I think about the comment, unfortunately the rude comments remain with the photos. So I guess I for one will continue to let the trolls know what I think of their lack of consideration and the frustrations they take out on my photos, cause this will never change there will always be those that are frustrated and rude when commenting and they don't care who they hurt, they just want to be mean cause someone did it to them...hey if thats what everyone wants to do and share the hatered then fine I can be just as rude in my replies to the comments I think are unjust! |
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04/10/2003 08:59:36 PM · #29 |
| All comments are good,if favorable or not! It is always good to see what we miss or overlook. Some people are effected more by certain picture qualitys than others, composure, focus, subject!I dislike certain things in shots that others love. This is an individual thing. Even the best shots could have room for improvment or can be aided by perspectives of others. Many times people do not realize how hard a certain shot was to achieve. The comments from others are the best part of these challenges as well as the picture diversity. I sometimes try to push the limits of the challenge in a humerous sense and this is not always appreciated by all. Oh well, its all fun |
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04/10/2003 11:04:47 PM · #30 |
| I love to get in depth comments on my work. If it stings a little then I know it's important. Only friends will tell you the truth as they see it. When I make a comment, I try to limit it to what will help the artist grow forward and open new vistas in his thinking. Not everybody has the knack to be gracious, polite and to the point. Be patient and don't get mad, be thankful. |
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04/11/2003 05:33:37 AM · #31 |
You have to expect to be misunderstood, too. I get a few comments that annoy me - but only for a short while, until I mentally add the 'on my opinion', or 'for me' to them. People have different views of what is a good shot and what is a bad, and they're pretty much all relevant.
Some people also have an unfortunate knack of seeming to talk down to the photographers whose work they're commenting on, which is unpleasant to read. What leads to that I don't know.
For myself, I don't generally comment other than at some length: 'nice shot' or 'wow' or 'boring' or, as I've recieved for my pi shot 'obscure' are not useful comments, other than in the most general sense. I'd rather explain something of my reaction, and why I do or don't like a photo.
There are/is at least one child submitting shots, which also means theree might be at least one child commenting - I try to bear that in mind when I'm reacting to photos and comments. And also, there are a number of people for whom English/American is not their mother tongue.
Ed
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04/11/2003 09:19:25 AM · #32 |
I have a new self imposed rule - if I want to go in and check my score during the day I also have to comment on at least one photo while I am at the site. I figure with the number of times I stop by *just to see* that I'll be able to comment on a lot more pictures.
If I express an opinion in a comment (too dark, too soft of focus, etc) I do always try and say it is my opinion or *for me* because I don't know if the person intended it. However - I feel it is still important to express those things if you feel it will help the person.
I still stuggle with the shots that I just don't like - but don't have anything to suggest for improvements - those are tough. |
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04/11/2003 10:15:40 AM · #33 |
I find myself playing "teacher" once in a while (I am one), so if you've received a comment from me that seemed pedantic or had a teacher-student tone, sorry! I'm trying to get better!
Every image has its own story to tell, so I often try to tell the photographer simply what I see and how it makes me feel or what it makes me think. If I got that right, then the photographer knows that at least her/his intentions were clear. Then if I make additional comments about the elements that helped or hindered these intentions, the photographer knows right away if my comments may or may not have some validity.
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04/11/2003 10:29:33 AM · #34 |
Originally posted by dsidwell:
I find myself playing "teacher" once in a while (I am one), so if you've received a comment from me that seemed pedantic or had a teacher-student tone, sorry! I'm trying to get better! |
David,
Just for the record, your comments are some of the kindest and most pleasant to read on this site. For the last 2 or 3 weeks I've gotten a comment from you on pretty much every picture and each one has been helpful and kind. As far as I know, your comments are very well received and appreciated.
Matt
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