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Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

02/27/2006 08:57:24 AM · #51

I had to stop voting. After looking at the images and trying to vote I find it impossible. Just because two 'things' are in the picture doesn't make them an odd couple. Very few of the images, in my opinion, meet the challenge. Sorry if that upsets anyone (I doubt it will) but it is my opinion and I am entitled to it.

Side note: I really wish people would vote as the rules state "highest consideration to the challenge topic" and not the 'pretty picture.'

Message edited by author 2006-02-27 09:00:32.

pidge

Canon EOS-7D Mark II

02/27/2006 08:58:12 AM · #52

Originally posted by Rikki:

Sure PM away. but rest assured i won't divulge anything. This entry is a test for DPC. I will let you guys know next Sunday what test it was. I am sure everyone will find it interesting ;)

I've got enough midterms without having to be tested by you!! :P

sherpet

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

02/27/2006 09:46:03 AM · #53

I agree, and have just finished voting re 100%, and quite disappointed.....

Originally posted by Alienyst:

shanksware

Canon EOS-5D

02/27/2006 10:29:30 AM · #54

I'm in an doing reasonable.

Votes: 71
Views: 109
Avg Vote: 6.7887
Comments: 5

rwouthuis

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

02/27/2006 11:18:18 AM · #55

Originally posted by shanksware:

I'm in an doing reasonable.

Votes: 71
Views: 109
Avg Vote: 6.7887
Comments: 5

I don't think you are allowed to use the word reasonable for a score that high, especially when it is so much higher than your overall average. I think something like awesome, great, fantastic, etc. might be more appropriate. :-)

When you use the word reasonable for your score, what kind of word am I supposed to use for this s^!@ ....

Votes: 72
Views: 103
Avg Vote: 5.3472

The biggest consolation to this score is that I think I have a shot to finish in the top 100. ;P

02/27/2006 11:24:59 AM · #56

Hmmm... I've already received a few PMs saying something along the lines of "how does this meet the challenge but nice shot!". Well folks, I could have used a title that instantly showed you what I was aiming for or, could I be testing the DPC waters again (as I did before) and made it more subtle? n as much as I would like to increase my average score received, I am particularly interested in a certain DPC demographic ;) So forget the score for now and let the experimentation begin ;)

Like I've said, please take some time to look at the images. Things aren't always as they seem. When you do realize that you missed it, it's like saying "Eureka! I see it! I'm one of a few" :)

NstiG8tr

Canon EOS-5D Mark IV

02/27/2006 11:34:03 AM · #57

Originally posted by Alienyst:

I have to agree with Alienyst that there are a lot of photos depicting odd acts and circumstances by two of the same and that doesn't qualify them as odd couples.

02/27/2006 11:39:53 AM · #58

Originally posted by dsmeth:

Originally posted by Alienyst:
I had to stop voting. After looking at the images and trying to vote I find it impossible. Just because two 'things' are in the picture doesn't make them an odd couple. Very few of the images, in my opinion, meet the challenge. Sorry if that upsets anyone (I doubt it will) but it is my opinion and I am entitled to it.

Side note: I really wish people would vote as the rules state "highest consideration to the challenge topic" and not the 'pretty picture.'

I have to agree with Alienyst that there are a lot of photos depicting odd acts and circumstances by two of the same and that doesn't qualify them as odd couples.

Mine surely fits the bill :) No one sees it though. And it's right there in broad daylight or night whereever you are :)

Come to think of it, had this image been handled differently, I think this would be in the top 5 considering the other images ;)

Chinabun

Canon PowerShot SD990 IS

02/27/2006 11:44:55 AM · #59

i think i just voted on yours. i was blind at first but now i see!

Originally posted by Rikki:

Originally posted by dsmeth:

Originally posted by Alienyst:
I had to stop voting. After looking at the images and trying to vote I find it impossible. Just because two 'things' are in the picture doesn't make them an odd couple. Very few of the images, in my opinion, meet the challenge. Sorry if that upsets anyone (I doubt it will) but it is my opinion and I am entitled to it.

Side note: I really wish people would vote as the rules state "highest consideration to the challenge topic" and not the 'pretty picture.'

I have to agree with Alienyst that there are a lot of photos depicting odd acts and circumstances by two of the same and that doesn't qualify them as odd couples.

Mine surely fits the bill :) No one sees it though. And it's right there in broad daylight or night whereever you are :)

Come to think of it, had this image been handled differently, I think this would be in the top 5 considering the other images ;)

glad2badad

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Lensbaby Sweet 35 Optic

02/27/2006 11:47:25 AM · #60

I'm thinking there are going to be many interpretations for this challenge based on the loosely worded challenge description:

"Create a photograph befitting of this topic."

It's almost like you can fill in the blank. Odd couple of ______.

shanksware

Canon EOS-5D

02/27/2006 11:51:16 AM · #61

Originally posted by woutje:

Originally posted by shanksware:
I'm in an doing reasonable.

Votes: 71
Views: 109
Avg Vote: 6.7887
Comments: 5

I don't think you are allowed to use the word reasonable for a score that high, especially when it is so much higher than your overall average. I think something like awesome, great, fantastic, etc. might be more appropriate. :-)

When you use the word reasonable for your score, what kind of word am I supposed to use for this s^!@ ....

Ok,ok,ok
I'm reasonably sure that my awesome shot is doing great,
and am looking forward to a fantastic finish!

Votes: 79
Views: 125
Avg Vote: 6.7595
Comments: 7

Rae-Ann

Fujifilm FinePix S9000

02/27/2006 11:53:42 AM · #62

I am anxious to see what ribbons here..I saw 2 images that I love. 2! A good 70% DNMC IMHO :)

I have not entered challenges because I can not think of a shot that fits, I find it disrespectful when people enter any old picture, to both those of us who really work on fitting the challenge, and to SC who take time to design the challenge.

Rikki, next time just enter a picture of your cat :)

glad2badad

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Lensbaby Sweet 35 Optic

02/27/2006 11:53:56 AM · #63

Yep. That's a smoking score! Congrats. ;^)

02/27/2006 11:57:32 AM · #64

Originally posted by Rae-Ann:

Rikki, next time just enter a picture of your cat :)

That would be too obvious Rae :) Too simple. A few comments are trickling in that people say "Oh I see it!" but a majority is like "WTF?" Hehehehehehe!

Score update:

Prediction: 4.85
Actual Score: 5.0158

Think "Where's Waldo" then you'll see ;)

NstiG8tr

Canon EOS-5D Mark IV

02/27/2006 11:58:02 AM · #65

Originally posted by Rikki:

I think I seen it Rikki. Even if it's not yours I left a comment for whoever went that deep. Maybe I just read to much into it.

02/27/2006 12:00:08 PM · #66

Ouch! Just received a whopping 1 and of courtse no comment. Must be a master at photography or something. Too good as not to leave me a comment why my entry got a 1. Ouch!

Ok score is waay below a 5 again :)

glad2badad

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Lensbaby Sweet 35 Optic

02/27/2006 12:01:45 PM · #67

Originally posted by Rikki:

Maybe it was someone who figured it out from the hints and was ticked at uncovering the anonymity? Nope...wasn't me. Honest! ;^)

Rae-Ann

Fujifilm FinePix S9000

02/27/2006 12:04:59 PM · #68

Originally posted by Rikki:

Originally posted by Rae-Ann:
Rikki, next time just enter a picture of your cat :)

That would be too obvious Rae :) Too simple.

Ok then sit a baby beside the cat ;)

02/27/2006 12:06:28 PM · #69

Originally posted by glad2badad:

Originally posted by Rikki:
Ouch! Just received a whopping 1 and of courtse no comment. Must be a master at photography or something. Too good as not to leave me a comment why my entry got a 1. Ouch!

Ok score is waay below a 5 again :)

Maybe it was someone who figured it out from the hints and was ticked at uncovering the anonymity? Nope...wasn't me. Honest! ;^)

Nah highly doubtful! A lot of the images had to be deciphered to realize what was the Odd Couple. Mine included. Mind you, this challenge if for Odd Couple not "What's Odd?" or "That's Odd". We had that a few challenges back.

Anyway, a score of 1 due to spite, in my books, sounds like a sore loser :) No worries. After that 1, got a 9 and now I'm back above 5 :)

If folks get ticked about anonymity, gimme a 1 so I can add the Brown Ribbon to my stash :) Hehehehehehe :)

Rae-Ann

Fujifilm FinePix S9000

02/27/2006 12:07:18 PM · #70

Originally posted by glad2badad:

Wow..thats harsh! I don't think he has told us much!? Just that it is outside the box...Ok SO I am guessing it isnt really a cat picture...

CEJ

Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

02/27/2006 12:11:03 PM · #71

Originally posted by Rikki:

Mine surely fits the bill :) No one sees it though. And it's right there in broad daylight or night whereever you are :)

In your mind it fits the bill because you took the picture. But the voters are not you. So if it isn't doing as well as you would like you can write it of as a 'test' or 'experiment' or whatever you like. But it doesn't change the votes. And talking about your shot so much, I now know which is yours. Why don't you just keep quiet about your shot? Anyone reading this thread should know which is yours. Not very anonomous.

Message edited by author 2006-02-27 12:16:50.

02/27/2006 12:12:55 PM · #72

Originally posted by Alienyst:

Originally posted by Rikki:

Mine surely fits the bill :) No one sees it though. And it's right there in broad daylight or night whereever you are :)

In your mind it fits the bill because you took the picture. But the voters are not you. So if it isn't doing as well as you would like you can write it of as a 'test' or 'experiment' or whatever you like. But it doesn't change the votes.

Wait until next Sunday my friend :)

Edit to add: I mentioned this in a prior thread before the challenge even started :) I agree that in my mind it fits but the few who gets it also thinks it fits very well. As I said, wait until next Sunday and you tell me if I'm wrong.

BTW: I think it's all about testing the waters here. How are you to succeed if you don't tread the cold waters? If that means trying to get a pulse on how voters react, so be it. Like I said, I'm not concerned as much on the score. It's actually a fun challenge ;)

Message edited by author 2006-02-27 12:16:39.

CEJ

Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

02/27/2006 12:17:32 PM · #73

I can tell you right now...borderline.

shanksware

Canon EOS-5D

02/27/2006 12:20:50 PM · #74

Originally posted by Rikki:

Originally posted by glad2badad:

Originally posted by Rikki:
Ouch! Just received a whopping 1 and of courtse no comment. Must be a master at photography or something. Too good as not to leave me a comment why my entry got a 1. Ouch!

Ok score is waay below a 5 again :)

Maybe it was someone who figured it out from the hints and was ticked at uncovering the anonymity? Nope...wasn't me. Honest! ;^)

Nah highly doubtful! A lot of the images had to be deciphered to realize what was the Odd Couple. Mine included. Mind you, this challenge if for Odd Couple not "What's Odd?" or "That's Odd". We had that a few challenges back.

Anyway, a score of 1 due to spite, in my books, sounds like a sore loser :) No worries. After that 1, got a 9 and now I'm back above 5 :)

If folks get ticked about anonymity, gimme a 1 so I can add the Brown Ribbon to my stash :) Hehehehehehe :)

Hey all. It was Rikki who said give me a 1, not me.
Would whoever is giving 1's out there please stop?
dropped from 6.76 to 6.68 in 1 vote.