Photo challenge rules

[the*scarlet*pimpernel]

I know a few of of us have pics on our computers they were taken by spouses or offspring.  Someone else mentioned having siblings photos as well. Then there are professional pics that still belong to us e.g. school photos of our kids etc..

It's hard to know where to draw the line. I have pics taken with my camera by my my hubby and I have to stop and think which one of us took it.

I think if we have a direct link to the the pic it should be allowed to be posted, but I'm not sure about voting on it.

I'm going to offer a few options in the next few posts. Give kudos to the one you agree with the most.

[*crikey*mate*]

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@lind9650 wrote:

Thank you Joz,

but my photo was of the wedding invitation both my husband and I created from photos of our engagement and the Church we got married in.

We both love doing Paint Shop Pro graphics and saved heaps by making our own invitations and place cards.

She-Eles photo was taken by someone else, but 50 years together is worth to show off. I'll never make that milestone myself.

Erica

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I liked both pictures for what they represented.

[acacia_pycnantha]

How does something that was supposed to provide fun and enjoyment and a friendly thread for all to enjoy turn into such a huge freakin drama?

I think it's because of the element of competition. Some people just want to win, sadly sometimes it seems, at any cost.

A competition is always going to attract a few people who don't care so much about the spirit of the game; they care more about  the result.

[i-once-was-bump]

I don't know about anyone else but I get heaps of photos sent to me in emails so I see lots of weather photos but what I really like about the photo thread is that the photos are taken by posters here and I can ask a question about any of the photos and I will get more of the story that goes with that photo. That is what makes the photo thread special, it is a little peek into another posters life and what they are doing and where they are at. The photo challenge thread is special so lets keep it special (pretty please)

[freddie*rooster]

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@i-once-was-bump wrote:

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@freddie*rooster wrote:

Come Back Bump

cooeeeeeeee

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Promise you won't pick on me.

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Promise

[cherry*135]

That is my view also bump. The poster that took the photo was there, experiencing it.

Posting a family members photo is the same as posting one found on the net to me. (I do think the ones of posters 50yr wedding anniversaries etc are personal and special though and they do include the poster in the photo).

[lind9650]

For your information acacia,

Neither She-Ele nor I worried about winning the competition, we were only enjoying the fun of it. It was some poster nitpicking aboout the photos authenticity regarding the rules etc. and others joined in, that mde Pimpy confused and unsure of her judgement.

BTW, She-Ele and I have been friends for a very long time, although we live in different States and have never met in person.

Erica

[i-once-was-bump]

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@am*3 wrote:

That is my view also bump. The poster that took the photo was there, experiencing it.

Posting a family members photo is the same as posting one found on the net to me. (I do think the ones of posters 50yr wedding anniversaries etc are personal and special though).

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am*3 that is what I like about the photos of the wheat on the weather thread, you never get the email photos with the ripped tarps and the rotting wheat, for a moment you experience the damage of the rain.

[izabsmiling]

I found this .It might be helpful ? 

Why Photographers Behave Badly Online (And How To Make Sure You Don’t)

June 12, 2012 shelved in: Business Life

I’m still debating whether I want to bring this up.  But it’s time. 

Have you ever hesitated to share an image on a forum because you were afraid someone would turn on the nasty hose and drench you with negativity?  Have you ever obsessively written and re-written a forum or blog post because of what people might say if you misspoke?  Have you ever had a lump of fear rise in your throat when you introduced your work to a wider audience or otherwise exposed yourself to anonymous attacks?

You’re not alone.

Jodi over at MCP Actions recently posted new rules of conduct for her facebook and blog comments.  This was triggered by waves of negativity, arrogance, and destructive criticism that made new photographers in her community feel “hurt, frustrated, and scared.”  (Good move, Jodi!)  Her new rules emphasize respect, empathy, and awareness of others’ views.  I’m a fan.

Her brave stance also nudged me to ask:  Why were the new rules necessary in the first place?

  Why do we, as an industry, “eat our young”?  

Why do people instinctively look at others a few rungs below them on the ladder and want to knock them down further?

What’s with the nastiness that scums up what could have been a useful and constructive critique of someone’s work?

I see at least five basic reasons for the rising tide of ‘mean.’  And I believe thepotential for it hides inside all of us.  Perhaps it’s time we parade a few things into the light so we can find better ways to respond.

read more: http://psychologyforphotographers.com/why-photographers-behave-badly-online

I'm glad that I'm simply a poster on a general discussion board.

[joz*garage]

im not reading all that

[just_me_karen]

Lol!! What a catastrophic drama.