Posts: Jwilliams0469 | Ugly Hedgehog

Rachel wrote:

Jwilliams0469 wrote:

So, I entered this local Photography contest for a... (show quote)

Yeap the ballot box was stuff with all her F&F, she now goes home with the prize and get to show everyone her crappy photo for ever. They will feel they were supportive and she will feel hollow inside. Knowing that she did not win based on her ability, but by cheating.
At least lets hope so.
This also made the photo contest look like a joke, I would wright a letter to the sponsor (anonymously of course) and have all your F&F do the same complaining about the stuffing of the box, and ask them to look at thier rules.

Or you can go with the line of "life is not fair". or something like that, and never enter the contest again. Recoginizing that you can't win unless your a really good at ralling F&F.

quote=Jwilliams0469 So, I entered this local Phot... (show quote)

Rachel! You've been a favorite of mine! I agree with everything you have said. Myself and most of the photographers have decided it's best to just leave it be as she has already taken the check. She may have cheated, but we are seeing it as "she has only cheated herself".

Jan 13, 2012 23:26:03 #

ddrum wrote:

I agree, voting should by a qualified photographer and not friends of friends.

Nikonian72 wrote:

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.

True, very true! I have been thinking of not going back to this one again...

Jan 13, 2012 23:25:12 #

R Dubs wrote:

Thats a GREAT picture. I like the peak of pink in the sky and the clouds and the reflection, well you know what I am trying to say ---it's a first place pick to me.

Thank you so kindly, It's one of my favorites this year so far! Glad you like it!

Jan 13, 2012 23:24:14 #

Tea8 wrote:

I know what it is like to feel cheated in a contes... (show quote)

That's what I like most about all of you! Keeping that positive attitude and not giving up! That's how we all learn to be better... Thanks for your complement on my photograph. I really appreciate it! I wish they would change it around but she received her check and the end of the judging along with a "Photographer of the Month" Plaque with her name on it. GRrrr... lol well anyway.

Jan 13, 2012 23:18:13 #

MT Shooter wrote:

quote=Jwilliams0469 So, I entered this local Phot... (show quote)

I know what you mean...

Jan 13, 2012 23:17:08 #

randymoe wrote:

I like your image as it reminds me of a time and place I was fond of. I cannot judge your image on any other criteria.

I hope you did not really need the money.

Thank you... I understand you completely.
I don't know anyone who couldn't use an extra pocket full of money these days. Did I need it right away? No, my kids are still very young.

Jan 13, 2012 16:07:00 #

jerryc41 wrote:

quote=Jwilliams0469 quote=emrob62 wow, very nice... (show quote)

The first reply from you is very true!

This question, I live in Kansas. The only big issue is getting test done for lines and what not... but no paper work involved at all.

Jan 13, 2012 16:04:05 #

chapjohn wrote:

Great picture. The shadows on the pond and the trees too, great eye.

Thanks! I took my time on this one, I now wish I wouldn't have had the cement walk pored. I tried everything I could think of to get it out of the picture, the only other option is to edit it out with clone tool but it has became part of the picture now...

Here is the b/w copy I thought was great but the contest was "color" only.

Jan 13, 2012 14:34:00 #

emrob62 wrote:

wow, very nice. beautiful view

Thank you! That's my backdoor view and the result of renting a digger! I got very bored while I was out of work for a month...

Jan 13, 2012 14:10:12 #

emrob62 wrote:

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

Sure, Not an issue...

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

Jan 13, 2012 14:03:00 #

judy 2011 wrote:

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".

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!

Jan 13, 2012 14:00:59 #

emrob62 wrote:

She probably knows the judges and organizers too.

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?

Jan 13, 2012 13:59:20 #

judy 2011 wrote:

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

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

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". :/

Jan 13, 2012 13:56:34 #

Adirondack Hiker wrote:

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.

Jan 13, 2012 13:54:21 #

Nikonian72 wrote:

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.

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