Colin F wrote: gheller wrote:
...I will assure you that by posting a picture here (unless it specifically says, "no C&C please") enjoys feedback on how to improve their images.
OK, I'm going to chime in here. gheller, you are quite wrong in your above assertion. I would say that the norm is that C&C is welcome (and enjoyed) only when the person states "C&C is welcome". I didn't say anything at the time, but I did find your initial post on this thread to be somewhat brash and unsolicited, especially the length at which you went to find faults. It didn't bother me all that much, because I know that I have much to learn about portraiture, but if we were to go into another section of the forum, like the Nature & Wildlife section for example, it would indeed be rude and off-putting if I were to write-up a similar scathing critique on a series of someone's bird photos when they hadn't asked for any C&C. Indeed, I would look like a jerk if I did, so I'm not sure why you feel that it's ok for you to do that here in this section.
Respectfully...
You are (relatively) new to this forum, so I will give you some slack in that regard.
As is stated by James below, many people post simply to hear, "great shot" and "well done". Don't get me wrong, if you go thru my posting history, I give praise where praise is due.
People who know me well on this forum know that I say what I see. And having more background in photography than there is time to type, most appreciate the opportunity to learn.
That said, if you just want a "high five" for your images, it is simple enough to state so in the subject line or body of your post.
Sorry if my critique offended you because it was not sugar coated, but that is the way I offer feedback - and will continue to do so unless the OP states otherwise.
HTH your understanding.
g
Mar 22, 2021 at 03:51 PM
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