Are people just too darn polite ??
Aug 18, 2011 21:49:05 #
What is the general feeling - are people just to darn nice on telling us what they do not like about a picture? Do you sometimes feel a picture that is not commented on is most noticable because of what is not being said. I am found more honesty and candor on this site in this regard then many but do some wish more - and yes there is a not so fine line between brutal honesty and just being brutal. Just curious - in more ways then one; says the wife.
Aug 18, 2011 22:31:56 #
You have to understand that alot of the people on this site are newbies and are hesitant to comment. Secondly, I have said this before and am not blowing smoke, but your pictures are very good. You also post process well. If I ever see one where I think I can make a suggestion I will tell you. However everything you have posted so far that I have seen I really like. I am not just being polite ( mama done raise me right), I am being honest.
Aug 19, 2011 15:36:34 #
When there are no comments on a photo I think it's because not many people have seen it. Those who have seen it may not necessarily like it, but they don't hate it either so they won't say anything. It's difficult to comment on every photo.
As for me, I feel that I am not qualified to be a photo critic so I don't say anything unless a photo really catches my eye. Then I will compliment the photographer.
As for me, I feel that I am not qualified to be a photo critic so I don't say anything unless a photo really catches my eye. Then I will compliment the photographer.
Aug 19, 2011 15:52:28 #
we have an ongoing discussion on this very topic over on photographycorner.com under rant forum activty thread name. Some of what I call the big guns people whose photos I consistently admire and sometimes feel intimidaated by strongly encourage people to post ask questions on how it was done even just to compliment the photo. They say it makes them feel good to help or even to know that their photos touch someone else. So i encourage you to take the big plunge you'll find it easier as time goes by and soon someone will leave a comment on your photos and you will understand. To notobudda (someday explain your screenname) actually people are less polite more obnoxious and rude. On flickr I saw some outstanding collection of photos that were well done aND VERY ORIGIONAL. i LEFT POSITIVE COMMENTS AND ENCOURAGING WORDS TO THESE TWO EARLY 20'S PHOTOGRAPHERS/COLEGE STUDENTS. tWO WEEKS LATER NOT EVEN THE COURTESY OF A THANK YOU. THE YOUNGINS TODAY ARE SO RUDE :thumbdown:
Aug 19, 2011 16:00:14 #
sinatraman, I definitely agree with you. It's been happening for a while.
Thanks for your comments. I'll check out that website you mentioned. There is also another good photography site, Nikonites.com if you are a Nikon user.
Thanks for your comments. I'll check out that website you mentioned. There is also another good photography site, Nikonites.com if you are a Nikon user.
Aug 19, 2011 16:14:56 #
Since I am new to Photography I reserve my comments on another's photographs. But I do like the honesty when my photographs are critiqued. It will help me better understand the art involved.
Aug 19, 2011 16:27:54 #
apparently it is some unwritten rule in photography forums that you should post three comments for every picture you post. Having seen some of your work and having enjoyed it very much you have the eye and I believe you have every right to make critiques, sugestions and even just comments on anyones posts. If it will encourage you I hereby give my permission to you to coment on sugest or even dislike any of my photos posted on any site on the internet. You may check out my photostream on flickr under the same screen name. Sir if I may be so bold anyone who went survived and came back from VIETNAM does not need my permission for anything. You have my deepest gratitude sir :thumbup:
Aug 19, 2011 16:54:55 #
I thank you for your comment. I want to learn as I enjoy this wonderful art form. So comments are welcome on my end. Here are two that I took at a battle reenactment
Aug 19, 2011 18:52:15 #
Revolutionary war eneactments are so cool and so very rare. Usually you will see civil war or ww2 for people who collect military vehicles. I have a couple of civil war shots.
Aug 19, 2011 20:46:26 #
I'm glad that you enjoyed the Photographs. The period shots I took were from 1763 The Battle of Bushy Run. There is quite a story behind the battle and it is reenacted every August the 5th & 6th. of each year. What I found unusual none of the shots that I took were staged. My camera and I did not seem to exist as I wandered about which I feel added realism to each photograph. Here are two more to show the depth of my camera.
Aug 19, 2011 22:45:48 #
8-) MEGA COOL! I loved both but the one with the musket fire is just plain awesome. I cant think of anyway to improve them. I love US history but never heard of this battle. Can you tell me more?
Aug 20, 2011 00:23:36 #
I was listening to Jimi Hendrix Viet Nam tribute "Machine gun" on youtube. Dramatic and emotional war photos flashed while the song played. Artistic beauty which comes from the heart and can't be taught is what I like. Beauty is not relative and all great artists know it. I'm starting to be encouraged to post a few of my photos when my full plate is emptier.
Aug 20, 2011 01:16:03 #
The batle is a bit lengthy to discribe but you can search the Battle of Bushy Run and it will give you all the info. Thanks for the comments on the pics.
Aug 20, 2011 10:26:35 #
Dear Are People Just too Darn Polite?
Yes we are polite. It is the way to allow a person even if we don't agree with them. I like to make constructive comments.
Sincerely,
CCC
Yes we are polite. It is the way to allow a person even if we don't agree with them. I like to make constructive comments.
Sincerely,
CCC
Aug 20, 2011 10:35:04 #
usmc1063 wrote:
I'm glad that you enjoyed the Photographs. The period shots I took were from 1763 The Battle of Bushy Run. There is quite a story behind the battle and it is reenacted every August the 5th & 6th. of each year. What I found unusual none of the shots that I took were staged. My camera and I did not seem to exist as I wandered about which I feel added realism to each photograph. Here are two more to show the depth of my camera.
Hey, Jarhead! I do like the pics but I sometimes get a feeling of distance. I sometimes get a feeling of detachment. Just curious if you had any opportunity to talk to anyone, get their story, then frame a pic that tries to "tell" that story. For all that shoot in this type of setting, I really encourage that you "lift the barrier" the camera can impose and get into the story. Imagine yourself as a participant and not an observer, then go in and get the shot.
The musket fire was way cool and my instinct tells me you really connected with that shot (sorry for the minor pun :).
Mike
CSM, USA (ret)
Vietnam 1969-70, Gulf War 1991
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