Bad photos
Dec 15, 2021 14:12:21 #
Gene51 wrote:
I agree - platitudes are worthless if one wants to improve.
On the other hand - someone posted an example recently attempting to illustrate diffused lighting and no shadows - and none of the images posted reflected the narrative. I pointed that out, and the poster became snarky and called me a snob. Some people have paper thin egos and are just too invested in their own work to be able to hear criticism.
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On the other hand - someone posted an example recently attempting to illustrate diffused lighting and no shadows - and none of the images posted reflected the narrative. I pointed that out, and the poster became snarky and called me a snob. Some people have paper thin egos and are just too invested in their own work to be able to hear criticism.
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No one like destructive criticism, but some don't even like (can't handle) constructive criticism as it goes against their thoughts and feelings.
If I post in the gallery it's because I think others may like the shot.
If they do, they do,
if they don't, they don't.
No skin off my back.
Dec 15, 2021 14:19:17 #
tshift wrote:
Hi all Hog's. I have a question and please don't t... (show quote)
When I see a photo that does not ring my bell I say nothing. All images are subjective and my taste is unique to me and I should not judge others by it.
Dec 15, 2021 14:28:15 #
joer wrote:
When I see a photo that does not ring my bell I say nothing. All images are subjective and my taste is unique to me and I should not judge others by it.
Ditto!
Dec 15, 2021 14:56:10 #
tshift wrote:
Hi all Hog's. I have a question and please don't t... (show quote)
No! Many people who posted don't want to hear bad things about their images. To them they represent their best works and look good to them.
Dec 15, 2021 19:06:15 #
FreddB
Loc: PA - Delaware County
tshift wrote:
Do you even know what masochistic needs mean!!!!
Wow! Sorry, I wasn’t even aiming at that target. 🤷🏼♂️
Dec 15, 2021 21:06:24 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
tshift wrote:
Hi all Hog's. I have a question and please don't t... (show quote)
Many people avoid posting negative comments which is not helpful to the person who captured the image. However, there are also people on this site who regularly give unbridled praise to images that are mediocre at best. I believe that many of these folks simply don't know a good image from a bad one, and often their own images are just as mediocre as the ones they are praising.
Dec 15, 2021 21:10:34 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
joer wrote:
... All images are subjective and my taste is unique to me and I should not judge others by it.
I don't agree. Those of us who have honed are skills over the years know a poorly captured image when we see one, even if we choose not to criticize it or even comment on it.
Dec 15, 2021 21:22:12 #
User ID wrote:
While I agree with most of your post, the question... (show quote)
No, actually it was right here. The poster was using his examples to make a point - fallacious at best. The OP was looking for advice on proper use of a speed light to achieve good lighting. And the response failed on all counts.
Dec 15, 2021 22:57:23 #
User ID wrote:
The gallery section is not for critique. Replies are limited to “great shot” and “nice color” etc etc. Thoughtful commentary is not welcome.
Not true. Minor critiques are welcome if the poster requests it. There are other areas for more in depth comments. Lately there seem to be as many photos posted in the discussion section as in the photo gallery.
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Dec 15, 2021 23:17:15 #
mwsilvers wrote:
Many people avoid posting negative comments which is not helpful to the person who captured the image. However, there are also people on this site who regularly give unbridled praise to images that are mediocre at best. I believe that many of these folks simply don't know a good image from a bad one, and often their own images are just as mediocre as the ones they are praising.
Thaz the Gallery section for sure. Knee jerk compliments for anything vaguely resembling a photograph is the rule.
OTOH the Critique section is not that sort of mediocrity worship. There’s plenty of mediocrity but honest critique is expected ... with a half spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down ;-)
Dec 16, 2021 01:30:58 #
Hip Coyote wrote:
"It might be kinda fun to really get *that section* going"..... (**Photo Critique)
For that to happen the section would need proper moderating. At the moment, all it has is three absentee moderators.
Dec 16, 2021 05:09:26 #
tshift wrote:
Hi all Hog's. I have a question and please don't t... (show quote)
It is often difficult to provide a response that I won't regret later.
Dec 16, 2021 05:49:27 #
If folks post Gallery shots in Analysis, with no directive, then I try my best to post the first thing that comes into my head 😅🙃
Dec 16, 2021 10:08:45 #
jim in TC
Loc: Traverse City, Michigan
gvarner wrote:
When a child gives you a rock you praise them because it’s the only rock they have and it’s the act that counts. Don’t treat photographers like children. We see a photo and we have our opinions and can post them because comments are allowed. Success comes when you know what failure is so you don’t repeat it again and again. End of rant.
This reminds me of the time a pal and I were finding fossils (and a few bits of arrowhead tossed in) all over the place and his maybe 6-year-old came to us with a bland looking rock, for which he got due praise. For no good reason, I banged it on another rock to reveal a perfect shell fossil, best find of the day.
Dec 16, 2021 10:51:54 #
R.G. wrote:
For that to happen the section would need proper moderating. At the moment, all it has is three absentee moderators.
I heard. I wonder how much time it takes? I was also thinking of a travel section. But I’m reluctant to commit. Any ideas?
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