I usually let people post them where they want.... If I find an image I think goes over the realm I move it... A lot of it is personal judgement. It really is so hard to say..... However, as a guideline some criteria that I use in my own mind when viewing: Images that have 3D elements or 2D elements such as drawing or painting in combination with photography, belong obviously in Mixed Medium. Photo manipulations made from stock photography or CD's is also something for the 2D or Mixed Medium gallery. The photographs and collages on display in the photo gallery should be all the artists own work. If it doesn't look like a photography any more....and I mean really doesn't look like it ever was a photograph, I move it. So I know I've been very vague here, but it's the best I can do. In the past I have had complaints because people come to the photo gallery to see photos and some felt that photographs were being overtaken by the other stuff being posted. Some stuff really doesn't do well in the photo gallery. A lot of the over-processed stuff doesn't get too many viewings, but it depends on the artist. A well known artist will get lots of views and comments no matter what. Where is this thread in the 2D forum that you spoke of? I would be interested in reading it. :~) I know that none of what I said probably helps....sorry Gun!

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