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Jan 15, 2013 05:45:31   #
Crwiwy Loc: Devon UK
 
kenm54 wrote:
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture. I look at this website and feel like such an amature Iam embarrassed to post any of my pictures however being a newbie Iam dying to hear what somebody thinks of the pics I take. If I finally get up the courage to post a picture please take it easy on me.

I'm trying my best to learn but frankly just do not know what makes a great picture from a mediocre one. Thank you all for all for your post I learn a little more from each one.

Building up the courage to post a picture.........
Kenm54
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture... (show quote)


Hi Ken
Welcome to UHH.

Remember that most of the pictures you are admiring and that intimidate you were probably not a single snapshot but the best of perhaps dozens of shots of the same subject or area.

I remember one shot of a lizard where the photographer said he/she took 250 pictures in order to get that one good shot!

Find one of your pictures that you think reasonable and post it.
You may well get some constructive criticism and will learn from it.

I would guess that you are worried about destructive criticism?
I would hope that no one on UHH would do that. But if you do - ignore it as unbecoming of anyone who considers themselves a photographer. At some period of time, we have all had to pick up a camera for the first time. Perhaps for some it was a long time ago and they have forgotten their first efforts.

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Jan 15, 2013 05:50:36   #
Tina
 
You'll never get better until you're willing to take the risk.
In reality you may be your toughest critic. Here's where you can get constructive criticism or advice for free. Having a second set of eyes look at your work may give you ideas that you hadn't considered yet. Helps the growing process. We are all at different levels. And, the professional photographer didn't always start at the top. Be kind to yourself and enjoy the process. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and we all see differently. If the picture puts a smile on your face be at peace with yourself that's what matters most.

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Jan 15, 2013 05:53:46   #
Haveago Loc: Swindon, Wiltshire. UK.
 
kenm54 wrote:
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture. I look at this website and feel like such an amature Iam embarrassed to post any of my pictures however being a newbie Iam dying to hear what somebody thinks of the pics I take. If I finally get up the courage to post a picture please take it easy on me.

I'm trying my best to learn but frankly just do not know what makes a great picture from a mediocre one. Thank you all for all for your post I learn a little more from each one.

Building up the courage to post a picture.........
Kenm54
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture... (show quote)


Just post yr pic's m8 & come out of hiding :-)

Baz

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Jan 15, 2013 05:56:16   #
davids999 Loc: Edinburgh, UK
 
Come on Ken just do it. It will be OK and you'll feel so much better once you've taken the plunge. :)

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Jan 15, 2013 05:56:58   #
ringo Loc: australia
 
kenm54 wrote:
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture. I look at this website and feel like such an amature Iam embarrassed to post any of my pictures however being a newbie Iam dying to hear what somebody thinks of the pics I take. If I finally get up the courage to post a picture please take it easy on me.

I'm trying my best to learn but frankly just do not know what makes a great picture from a mediocre one. Thank you all for all for your post I learn a little more from each one.

Building up the courage to post a picture.........
Kenm54
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture... (show quote)

Just go for it Ken,there.s only a few pros on this site and a few more who think they are,but we won't go into that.most of the members are really nice and all they want to do is help.regards ringo

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Jan 15, 2013 06:00:00   #
workhorse Loc: Nashville, TN
 
kenm54 wrote:
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture. I look at this website and feel like such an amature Iam embarrassed to post any of my pictures however being a newbie Iam dying to hear what somebody thinks of the pics I take. If I finally get up the courage to post a picture please take it easy on me.

I'm trying my best to learn but frankly just do not know what makes a great picture from a mediocre one. Thank you all for all for your post I learn a little more from each one.

Building up the courage to post a picture.........
Kenm54
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture... (show quote)


Kenm54, it isn't personal, it's just photography. Suck it up and don't worry about it. I don't post pics because I don't know and cannot figure out how to do it but I don't worry about being ignorant and stupid; it is what I am. Everyone says it is easy but they are wrong, I am not wrong they are. I can bend wood and install a beautiful handrail on a spiral staircase but I cannot post pictures of it so I have to settle for knowing it is good work and not sharing it. Ken just drink another cup of coffee and post your pics and let the pixils fall where they may!

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Jan 15, 2013 06:03:46   #
ringo Loc: australia
 
workhorse wrote:
kenm54 wrote:
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture. I look at this website and feel like such an amature Iam embarrassed to post any of my pictures however being a newbie Iam dying to hear what somebody thinks of the pics I take. If I finally get up the courage to post a picture please take it easy on me.

I'm trying my best to learn but frankly just do not know what makes a great picture from a mediocre one. Thank you all for all for your post I learn a little more from each one.

Building up the courage to post a picture.........
Kenm54
Every time I think I have taken a georgous picture... (show quote)


Kenm54, it isn't personal, it's just photography. Suck it up and don't worry about it. I don't post pics because I don't know and cannot figure out how to do it but I don't worry about being ignorant and stupid; it is what I am. Everyone says it is easy but they are wrong, I am not wrong they are. I can bend wood and install a beautiful handrail on a spiral staircase but I cannot post pictures of it so I have to settle for knowing it is good work and not sharing it. Ken just drink another cup of coffee and post your pics and let the pixils fall where they may!
quote=kenm54 Every time I think I have taken a ge... (show quote)

that's good advice workhorse.regards ringo

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Jan 15, 2013 06:05:41   #
eplain
 
As Cliff said to Georg Festrunk: Man, you guys have been hosed, baby"


"Hosed?! Count me in!"... so here i go...

I always say this- I would rather post a picture that had issues, and got constructive criticism, than posted one where 20 people told me how wonderful it is.

Would you rather whip a 10 year old's butt in a tennis match? or have Gabriella Sabatini whip yours?... heh-heh

(Showing my age with that one)

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Jan 15, 2013 06:36:20   #
Granddad Loc: UK
 
We all had to start somewhere and deleted loads of wrongly taken images so fire away. You will not be put against a wall and executed but we will give you praise when needed and guidence when we think you need it.

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Jan 15, 2013 06:52:11   #
edgorm Loc: Rockaway, New York
 
Just go for it. I've been shooting since 1965 and I still get only 15 or so keepers out of every 100. Thank God for digital.

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Jan 15, 2013 06:52:14   #
rt1379
 
Mogul wrote:
rt1379 wrote:
brimor wrote:
PULL YOUR FINGER OUT


:thumbup: Hey brimor..

That comment made me smile .... many years ago I was a "field service"engineer for H Leverton "Caterpillar" (now Finnings) on Geldered Road, Gildersome .... My boss often came over with a new job and would shout that to me .... LOL

"Pull ya finger aaat"... must be a Leeds thing ...

Gary

Cornwall?! So that's where all the Edsels went......


LOL.... not many here in Cornwall .. just mine as far as I'm aware... no more than twenty in the UK apparently ...

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Jan 15, 2013 06:58:03   #
rt1379
 
eplain wrote:
As Cliff said to Georg Festrunk: Man, you guys have been hosed, baby"


"Hosed?! Count me in!"... so here i go...

I always say this- I would rather post a picture that had issues, and got constructive criticism, than posted one where 20 people told me how wonderful it is.

Would you rather whip a 10 year old's butt in a tennis match? or have Gabriella Sabatini whip yours?... heh-heh

(Showing my age with that one)


No contest ... but do ya think that Gabriella Sabatini will know where to find me ?

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Jan 15, 2013 07:15:19   #
sportyman140 Loc: Juliette, GA
 
NOW AFTER ALL THAT ENCOURAGEMENT I WANT TO SEE SOME PHOTOS :) OH COM'ON PERRRRRRRRTY PLEEEEEEEASE:)

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Jan 15, 2013 07:23:37   #
BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD
 
Know the feeling - but, all it takes is the first time and then you'll be fine. Another thing is that you are the final test of good or bad - its whether you, and those close to you, like it or not is what matters

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Jan 15, 2013 07:34:49   #
Karen Helmers Loc: Indiana
 
Hi Kenm54, Just been on here since July. I have posted some photos and the folks on here are very helpful, kind and encouraging. It gets easier with each photo you post. I cannot believe how much I have learned on here. I learn every day! Go ahead and post a photo....I think you'll be glad you did!!!

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