Monthly Photo Comp Discussion Thread...

I'm sorry Scrungee but I just don't see what's confusing :(

 

Oh boy.... wish I had of caught up with the conversation before I voted on the micro thread.... silly me thought it was just for the last 3 months.... but very well explained Woo

 

I assumed that photos for the macro comp have to be taken in that particular 4 month period and photos from previous 4 month periods can't be submitted. In other words a photo taken in Jan 2015, can't be submitted in the September - December 2015 competition period. So it looks like I have been confused...lol. I'm not now though

 

@Sheal, I just love the way you explore photos, such a keen eye and very educational

 

Thank you for the compliment @Apple Blossom, it's much appreciated.

You wouldn't believe how long I studied all the photo's before I made a final choice. I have an artistic background and with two very good photographers in my family for guidance as well, I'm learning. I look at photo's from an artists point of view and take in every aspect of what I see. It's the same when I take pictures, if possible I like to find subjects that are different to the norm and study the whole scene before I commit it to camera. Perhaps I see things completely different to everyone else.

 

I think you probably do, which is a very good thing, I'm going to take your comments on board as like you, I do try to do something different and take ages to decide on how to take a photo... Must be great having good photographers in the family but hope they are not too much of critics on your photos

 

Keep in mind that photography like any art shouldn't be rushed. If you're out and about with a camera give yourself plenty of time to find a subject, or think about the shot you are after before leaving home.

My son is my critic as we both think the same way, we are also perfectionists too which can make things difficult.

 

First of all may I say that the standard is very high and professional!

I have voted twice now for this competition but I am new to it and I have been puzzled by something on both occasions that I voted. I have read this thread but my query is not covered so I would like to raise it here. Perhaps it is clear to established members here but not myself and, therefore, maybe not to newbies either.

It has occurred to me that voting for the "best photos" seems to be done on what appeals the most, i.e. perhaps more content/subject matter than technical ability. (Certainly that is how I vote). I realised that some photos were probably more technically skilled (e.g. sharper) but did not appeal in subject matter to me. Is this a dilemma that others have found or is the competition just about overall appeal, i.e. that the voting is not about honouring the most skilled photographer but for a combination of subject matter and skill?

 

@wiseowl , am I in the right place now Woo ? Been wandering around for hours
Nice photo @Scrungee mate

 

@rosebay we have to take into account this isn't a photographic site so therefore entries and judging has to be more relaxed. There are those amongst us that devote a lot of time to photography and others that prefer not to be that involved but do like to see and take photo's that are pleasing.

My own entries can be diverse but as Woo says photography is open to interpretation of the theme chosen and everyone has there own ideas. I tend to look at quality first, for example if a shot is out of focus then I discard it, whether it's mine or another member's.

Judging is down to the individual but it is sometimes frustrating to see a really good quality photo lose out because the subject wasn't to liking.

 

Sheal - Yes I find the criteria somewhat problematic. I would not want to contribute to someone worthy not winning due to, as you say, the subject not being liked. Therefore I think it best to bow out of voting. The photos though are of a remarkably high standard.

 

There's no need to bow out of voting, everyone that enters takes a chance with their choice of photo's and most of us enter not to win but the pleasure of taking part. Each and every one of us votes from our own visual understanding and pleasure of what we see in a photograph and the technical side need not be part of that.

The competitions here are more for pleasure than photographic ability and no huge prizes are lost because of the way a member has voted. If you like the look of what you see Rosebay, vote for it.