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Some honesty perhaps???
In light of apparent offence being taken by nameless individuals in this section, I feel it's prudent to seek some clarity as to what is expected from a forum entitled:
> Photo Genres Discussion & Critique > Nature > Photos : Birds
It might also be worth noting the definition of 'critique':
A critical evaluation or analysis, especially one dealing with works of art or literature.
In order to give a valuable critique, one does not need to be an expert in the subject matter. The eye sees what the eye sees, and many people can see different things in the same photograph. However, some knowledge in the technical aspects of photography can add significantly to the critique being offered.
There are a plethroa of (social network?) sites where people can post images for ego massaging, so I don't understand anyone posting everything they shoot here, just for people to come along and tell them how wonderful they are. Unless, of course, they have no mates to show their photos to on other sites in the first place......
So, unless I'm mistaken, the whole purpose of this forum is for people to post their (better) pictures up for critical evaluation and, where possible, a discussion with their peers as to how they could improve. This 'improvement' may simply be a re-crop of a great image, all the way through to a suggestion the photographer takes-up golf instead.
On a personal level, I simply can't understand what anyone gains from making a post with less than five words. If something is indeed a great capture, you really owe it to the OP to say why you find it so fantastic. I was a supporter of the 'like button' and I stand by that move. The only possible reason to post a sub-five word salute (rather than hit the like button) is to see your own little avitar on a thread with a half decent photo.
The forum can be read my many more than just the few who actaully post something meaningful. Perhaps those who are less willing to strike the keyboard should be considered in your replies. A new photographer to the genre may not see why something is a good shot. They learn nothing from seeing a page of sycophantic drivel, without an explaination of why a shot is good.
Make your choice in the poll, but please be honest.
In light of apparent offence being taken by nameless individuals in this section, I feel it's prudent to seek some clarity as to what is expected from a forum entitled:
> Photo Genres Discussion & Critique > Nature > Photos : Birds
It might also be worth noting the definition of 'critique':
A critical evaluation or analysis, especially one dealing with works of art or literature.
In order to give a valuable critique, one does not need to be an expert in the subject matter. The eye sees what the eye sees, and many people can see different things in the same photograph. However, some knowledge in the technical aspects of photography can add significantly to the critique being offered.
There are a plethroa of (social network?) sites where people can post images for ego massaging, so I don't understand anyone posting everything they shoot here, just for people to come along and tell them how wonderful they are. Unless, of course, they have no mates to show their photos to on other sites in the first place......
So, unless I'm mistaken, the whole purpose of this forum is for people to post their (better) pictures up for critical evaluation and, where possible, a discussion with their peers as to how they could improve. This 'improvement' may simply be a re-crop of a great image, all the way through to a suggestion the photographer takes-up golf instead.
On a personal level, I simply can't understand what anyone gains from making a post with less than five words. If something is indeed a great capture, you really owe it to the OP to say why you find it so fantastic. I was a supporter of the 'like button' and I stand by that move. The only possible reason to post a sub-five word salute (rather than hit the like button) is to see your own little avitar on a thread with a half decent photo.
The forum can be read my many more than just the few who actaully post something meaningful. Perhaps those who are less willing to strike the keyboard should be considered in your replies. A new photographer to the genre may not see why something is a good shot. They learn nothing from seeing a page of sycophantic drivel, without an explaination of why a shot is good.
Make your choice in the poll, but please be honest.