Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

So, I entered this local Photography contest for a $2500.00 grand prize 1st place. I was watching it live from the "Live view cam" because we "the photographers" couldn't be there during the vote. and noticed a huge line of cars pull up all at the same time.
Getting to my point...
A lot of great photographers had submitted their work. And a new photographer this year had entered for the first time. That line of cars was all the family and friends of the "New Photographer" who's work really "SUCKS" by the way. Any who, they all got out of the cars and separated quickly because apparently they was told it would disqualify her automatically. A total of 86 votes on the worst photograph on the table. It had zero before they showed up. I came in second at 42 votes, and 3rd was a good friend at 19 votes. The way I see it, that photographer should have been disqualified after numerous photographers went and complained on the winning vote. Not one person from those vehicles even looked at the other art on the table it was a quick 1 go then the next go, even watching the first one go back and tell everyone where it was located on the table.

I am wondering what everyone else thinks about this? And if anyone can answer the question of why the judges couldn't rule her out do to the obvious situation?

armartinez Loc: Zion, Illinois

Maybe this photographer should run for political office. He/she already knows how to cheat the system, all he/she needs is name recognition and he/she is in.

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

Lol! :thumbup:

Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA

Many contests prevent "popularity" contests by allowing only the participating photographers to vote. No ballot box stuffing possible.

I suspect a revision of rules is coming before next contest.

Adirondack Hiker Loc: Southern Adirondacks

This is why I do not enter local contests, they are not judged by photographers. Popular votes are for politics and figure skating. I want my worked to be judged by an expert in the field, who understands lighting, composition and technique.

judy 2011 Loc: Northern Utah

What a rotten deal and how can this person have a clear conscience?!

But congrats on 2nd place!!!
(First should have yours)

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

I really do hope a revision is coming! This year has been a disaster...

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

I have entered this particular contest for the last 4 years. It is a voted contest where local art students and teachers are only supposed to be allowed. However, the judges say "they are not allowed to ask the persons whom show to vote".

emrob62 Loc: NEPA

She probably knows the judges and organizers too.

judy 2011 Loc: Northern Utah

I have entered this particular contest for the last 4 years. It is a voted contest where local art students and teachers are only supposed to be allowed. However, the judges say "they are not allowed to ask the persons whom show to vote".[/quote]

I like to enter the County and State fairs. I placed 4th in the state fair last year. Was happy to place.

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

I agree it was a rotten deal. The young lady must live by cheating so it's probably became a clear conscience for her?

Thank you for your kind comment! I appreciate that! However, this contest only has one real winner 2nd and 3rd place only gets a "pat on the back" and "better luck next year". :/

emrob62 Loc: NEPA

Would it be possible for you to show us the photo you placed with?

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

I don't know if that is true or not, but it's something I am going to have to look into now... If so, then they all was cheating?

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

I like to enter the County and State fairs. I placed 4th in the state fair last year. Was happy to place.[/quote]

I have never had the chance to get entered into something like this... It's great to be placed even if you didn't win 1st place, you still won in your heart!

Jwilliams0469 Loc: Topeka, Ks.

Sure, Not an issue...

This is "Natures Art" The photograph entered into the local contest