Yes it goes without saying that if a person takes the time to comment on anothers work then chances are he or she will receive some attention in return. And of course what may be considered a high quality image to me may not be viewed that way by another, as I have already previously stated, my observations in this thread are 'generalized'. Now what I have just said which also clearly echoes the thoughts of many others here is obvious. So to keep our eye on the ball the heart of the issue centers around, and as I have said before, breaking out of the cozy alliance group system that I believe to be prevalent, this again comes back to attitudes. Its ok to keep up to date with our favorite artists etc as long as we maintain a healthy and balanced attitude towards everyone else (whenever we might endeavor to come across them) and judge them based on skill/quality and not how long they have been here or what their name might be. Of course there is not going to be time to look at everyones works and comment but a consistent and open attitude will promote an equal playing field for all. Its a matter of being able to think within the group structure as much as thinking as an individual in relation to what comes into the gallery. Happy snapping... ;)