Notice what do you want out of 2019 ?

What do you want from 52 next year

  • 12?

    Votes: 3 15.8%
  • 26?

    Votes: 2 10.5%
  • 52?

    Votes: 12 63.2%
  • "Free weeks" instead of re-shoots

    Votes: 6 31.6%
  • Easier themes

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • I'm not really comfortable critiquing others work ( for what ever reason)

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Should we be more honest with feed back?

    Votes: 13 68.4%
  • Should the guidelines be made hard and fast rules?

    Votes: 3 15.8%
  • would you like to mentor a new comer

    Votes: 1 5.3%
  • Would you like to be mentored?

    Votes: 1 5.3%
  • do you really want a 52 in 2019?

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • ?

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • ?

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Total voters
    19
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Seriously thinking of having another go at the 52 next year having failed miserably previously. Now have more time for my photography so hopefully would finish the challenge.
Having read the above posts My tenpenneth for what it’s worth......
1. Would it help if all themes for the month were chosen in advance
There are 5 thursdays in January 19 so Cobra could pick all themes for the month in advance But that would take the fun out of what the new theme for the next week would be. Would this help keep people more up to date?
2. Should there be a weekly voting system? May need rules attached so same person doesn’t win each week.
 
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There are 5 thursdays in January 19 so Cobra could pick all themes for the month in advance
No doubt one will be the obligatory "practice" week :)

so Cobra could pick all themes for the month in advance
I don't mind, either way, but the "members" seem split on announcing the themes in advance I guess I could always add a
Spoiler
to the others?


Should there be a weekly voting system?
That would mean setting up a poll each week for each image. Quite time consuming TBH.

May need rules attached so same person doesn’t win each week.
But then its not a fair vote surely ?
 
I really like the idea of a '12' for trying out one set technique each month, but probably something to run alongside the 52 rather than part of it? I like the idea of having a technique set for each month with the chance to plan, swap ideas and ask for advice from other participants, perhaps posting work in progress to ask for advice before settling on your 'final' image for the month.

It could be a valuable learning experience one month, and then a chance to share knowledge and experience the following month.
 
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I really like the idea of a '12' for trying out one set technique each month, but probably something to run alongside the 52 rather than part of it?
So are you saying that 12 times a year that a weekly theme then has a technique attached to it?
That could work
 
My thought on this is that there could be a month that none of the themes is really suitable for that particular technique.
I would see it as 1 theme a month ie 12 per year, not a block of 4 ( or 5) as a one off.
Or maybe even
"This month pick one of the themes add triptych" for example
 
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So are you saying that 12 times a year that a weekly theme then has a technique attached to it?
That could work

Not really, I was thinking that a '12' with a technique attached could just run alongside (in addition to) the 52 and for anyone to take part in i.e. not limited to the people taking part in the 52. New people attracted by the 12 might even be drawn into the 52...

Having just read your comment above ^ that could work, although it would be easier to plan if you know all of the month's themes, and I am still in the camp of liking the new theme being drawn each week. Happy to go with the majority though.
 
I really like the idea of a '12' for trying out one set technique each month, but probably something to run alongside the 52 rather than part of it? I like the idea of having a technique set for each month with the chance to plan, swap ideas and ask for advice from other participants, perhaps posting work in progress to ask for advice before settling on your 'final' image for the month.

It could be a valuable learning experience one month, and then a chance to share knowledge and experience the following month.
Not really, I was thinking that a '12' with a technique attached could just run alongside (in addition to) the 52 and for anyone to take part in i.e. not limited to the people taking part in the 52. New people attracted by the 12 might even be drawn into the 52...

Having just read your comment above ^ that could work, although it would be easier to plan if you know all of the month's themes, and I am still in the camp of liking the new theme being drawn each week. Happy to go with the majority though.

So are you saying that 12 times a year that a weekly theme then has a technique attached to it?
That could work

I would see it as 1 theme a month ie 12 per year, not a block of 4 ( or 5) as a one off.
Or maybe even
"This month pick one of the themes add triptych" for example

It's getting rather complicated. I feel that a seperate 12 with a technique would be easier to make work to start with.

My thought on this is that there could be a month that none of the themes is really suitable for that particular technique.

It just needs Mr Cobra being kind with his selections for the technique involved, or people select the technique to go with the theme from a list.

The poll also shows that we should be honest in our feedback, but people should remember it is only an opinion.

Pete
 
Having read this thread and I think digesting the comments, it's seemed to be getting a little complicated.
The 52 works as it is if enough ppl participate.
I'm not a fan myself of the re-shoot weeks, I've never bothered with one.
I'm happy to replace the re-shoot week with a free week or maybe have it as a technique week. So 48 wks of themes out of a hat and 4 wks of free shoot or technique.
I think a lot of ppl are put off with trying to keep up with commenting. Taking photos for the themes can be tricky, but most can manage to do it within the week (I have one real busy time of the year where I struggle for a month or two, but that's because of work and there's not a lot I can do about that). When there are a lot of people participating, that's a lot of commenting and I know it's alway said that you aren't expected to comment on all posts, but it starts to look a bit cliquey when it's the same ppl commenting only on certain others posts. I'm not saying it is cliquey, just that it could seem that way to others.
Anyway, just thought I'd express my views.
Blimy, that's a bit of a ramble.
 
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I'm happy to replace the re-shoot week with a free week or maybe have it as a technique week. So 48 wks of themes out of a hat and 4 wks of free shoot or technique.
Thats no a bad idea, I could pick the technique "You" pick the subject ?
say 12 x year? 6 x year? 4x year?
 
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Strange that the person who started all this with a couple of requests to have all the themes for this year in one go now says he is happy with the way it is!

Make some subtle changes Cobra as you see fit, I doubt if anyone will care too much (and I do not mean that in a negative way) and will do the 52 regardless.;)

I do think that maybe a catch up thread for those who fall behind by more than a few weeks might be a good idea, but that is just an idea I am throwing out there!:)
 
Having read this thread and I think digesting the comments, it's seemed to be getting a little complicated.
The 52 works as it is if enough ppl participate.
I'm not a fan myself of the re-shoot weeks, I've never bothered with one.
I'm happy to replace the re-shoot week with a free week or maybe have it as a technique week. So 48 wks of themes out of a hat and 4 wks of free shoot or technique.
I think a lot of ppl are put off with trying to keep up with commenting. Taking photos for the themes can be tricky, but most can manage to do it within the week (I have one real busy time of the year where I struggle for a month or two, but that's because of work and there's not a lot I can do about that). When there are a lot of people participating, that's a lot of commenting and I know it's alway said that you aren't expected to comment on all posts, but it starts to look a bit cliquey when it's the same ppl commenting only on certain others posts. I'm not saying it is cliquey, just that it could seem that way to others.
Anyway, just thought I'd express my views.
Blimy, that's a bit of a ramble.

I very much like the idea that Cobra has highlighted in red. I might do one or two re-shoots a year but I'm not keen, whereas a 'free' week would leave the opportunity to do a re-shoot and/or a new technique and/or a 'joker' or catch-up week. I'd say it's well worth a try and would inject something a little different into next year's 52 (y)
 
I might do one or two re-shoots a year but I'm not keen,
I think most people now have made it pretty obvious that they don't like the re-shoot ( no problem BTW :) )
I am going to make it ( 4 ) a free week. ( post what you like or catch up)
I'm also thinking 12 techniques, released individually at the beginning of the month and to be incorporated in one of the images ( of your choice) during that month.
 
Strange that the person who started all this with a couple of requests to have all the themes for this year in one go now says he is happy with the way it is!
I take it this is a dig at me, I have always been happy with the 52 as it stands it’s the lack of involvement from some people that’s the problem, anything else you want to know?
 
I take it this is a dig at me, I have always been happy with the 52 as it stands it’s the lack of involvement from some people that’s the problem, anything else you want to know?
Why you caused all this rubbish in the first place might be nice to know?
 
Why you caused all this rubbish in the first place might be nice to know?
Because Roger this used to be an active part of the forum people taking part and contributing weekly and it’s now dying a death which is sad really and I would like to know why, any ideas?
 
Because Roger this used to be an active part of the forum people taking part and contributing weekly and it’s now dying a death which is sad really and I would like to know why, any ideas?
Yes, as Tim proved you were imagining it.
 
Guy's, please :(

I agreed that the 52 was getting stale, and opened it up for discussion, not to start any kind of flaming war..

Thanks (y)
 
Hello again.

It has been a while ........

But I want to get back into a 52 in 2019.
I really don't mind how it is organised but a photo a week would be do-able for me.
I had problems keeping up with comments before and if there are a lot of 52ers I suppose it will happen again.
I will try to comment on as many as possible but I found that usually the first few people to comment said all there was to say. I, for one, could think of nothing to add on many occasions.
Having said that, I want to feel the challenge, so to speak.

Cheers
 
I remember you back in 2015. Yes, commenting in the early days is a bit daunting with so many taking part but will become easier once people start to drop out.

Yes!! It was that long ago. I ran out of steam ……. but determined to get back on track!
 
Ok I have seen 52 mentioned about on here a few times.
I still think of myself as a newbie and am curious what it is actually about etc.
Is there some sort of guide etc, please ?
 
I would like another 365 days please , Thanks :D
 
Ok I have seen 52 mentioned about on here a few times.
I still think of myself as a newbie and am curious what it is actually about etc.
Is there some sort of guide etc, please ?

Here you go Peter you can read what it is about here, if your a newbie I honestly do not think there is a better way to improve your photography using a forum. And were a friendly lot 99.9% of the time.

https://www.talkphotography.co.uk/threads/tp-52ers-2018-challenge-sign-up-only-thread.667503/

There might be a few small changes to next year but nothing major.

Roger
 
I'll need to start building the threads shortly, and tweaking the "Guidelines" as there will be a few slight changes for 2019
BUT the most important question that I actually left off the poll, is it really going to be worth it?
 
I'll need to start building the threads shortly, and tweaking the "Guidelines" as there will be a few slight changes for 2019
BUT the most important question that I actually left off the poll, is it really going to be worth it?

I`m still up for my 3rd year on the trot doing the 52. If it helps then I will never moan about life in the discussion thread, as it would be nice if Chris and Allan stick around for it too. We will have to wait and see how many want to join in and if it does carry on then I also hope the Banter is back too in the other thread.
 
Ok I have seen 52 mentioned about on here a few times.
I still think of myself as a newbie and am curious what it is actually about etc.
Is there some sort of guide etc, please ?

When I rekindled my photography hobby a few years ago I joined in the 52 challenge quite on early and have learned a lot because of it. Everyone is friendly and helpful.
 
@Cobra Don`t know but it might be an idea to put up the Sign up for 2019 52 just to see how many might join in ?
Good suggestion, Dave. Only 6 or 7 weeks to finish this year and no harm to start early and test the feedback.
I agree, I'll put a thread poll up on the front page and a few other places shortly to gauge interest, over the next couple of weeks.
 
I'll need to start building the threads shortly, and tweaking the "Guidelines" as there will be a few slight changes for 2019
BUT the most important question that I actually left off the poll, is it really going to be worth it?
Frankly when you have people saying they promise not to discuss their personal life in what was once a tight nit and friendly group then I feel the friendliness has gone and the clique you wished to avoid is here. Sad really.
 
Frankly when you have people saying they promise not to discuss their personal life in what was once a tight nit and friendly group then I feel the friendliness has gone and the clique you wished to avoid is here. Sad really.


Well then if WE ALL NOT go on about crap then it will be fine, but looking back two members said come back and moan or whatever. Plus if you read back it looks like a lot of members were moaning NOT just me. Thank you :D
 
Well then if WE ALL NOT go on about crap then it will be fine, but looking back two members said come back and moan or whatever. Plus if you read back it looks like a lot of members were moaning NOT just me. Thank you :D
Dave, please read what I wrote again, it in no way criticises you, you have taken it completely the wrong way. I support a group where we can talk about the none photographic things that affect our lives and ultimately the pictures we produce. I can look back at the past year and see the moods I was in, reflected in my pictures. I actually find it fascinating, I am certainly not for a clinical, photography only discourse.:)
 
Dave, please read what I wrote again, it in no way criticises you, you have taken it completely the wrong way. I support a group where we can talk about the none photographic things that affect our lives and ultimately the pictures we produce. I can look back at the past year and see the moods I was in, reflected in my pictures. I actually find it fascinating, I am certainly not for a clinical, photography only discourse.:)

Hi mate I knew 100% it was not meant at me, I was just saying that a good few had a moan about things. We are fine anyway, so Bring on 2019 52 :)
 
I really couldn't care less what is discussed in the "Discussion thread" TBH.

If you want to discuss someones image thats great, I just imagined that the serious stuff would stay on the persons thread, and the banter goes in here.
But what ever suits people is fine by me (y)
 
I've just popped in to this section. I did my first 52 last year, and decided not to continue this year, so thought I would add my comments. As it happens it's been a poor year with family matters, so it was a good decision.

I really enjoyed the 52 but at times felt quite overwhelmed with trying to keep up. I think less people would drop out if there wasn't the perceived idea that you've failed if you miss a week or two, or fall behind.

For many it seemed important to post in the week of the theme. Perhaps the league table of who has submitted what adds pressure? I kept my own list anyway, so I knew what I was missing and managed all themes in the end, though not often on time. I realise that in a way my feelings of failing were self imposed.

I found this to be one of the friendliest sections of the forum. It was so lovely to get so much input on my own photos, but I ended up constantly feeling guilty as I couldn't manage to reciprocate as much as I would have liked. I also didn't feel I could critique very well, though I think this picked up as time went on.

The 52 definitely got me out of my comfort zone and taking the sort of photos I would never normally do, so I do think it is a very worthwhile challenge. I also think that many of you are very talented and I did enjoy seeing everyone else's take on a theme.
 
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