@ hmatienzo...

And while we're on the subject.... And I quote:

"I, too, wonder what has become of the community.  I have been here nearly 23 years now and we have always had disputes and ups and downs.  But never, ever, were we forced to kowtow to one disgruntled member who cannot or will not let others be!  Don't like AI?  Don't look at it!  Me, I don't like endless huge boobs, or fractals... or photos of what people have for supper or their workplace (how exciting is a desk??) or crotch shot photos.  Still, I do do not whine about it every day, because to each his own.  And if naked private parts turn you on, so be it.  But... give us the same courtesy of creating what -we- want!  And if your one monthly picture gets lost in the shuffle, join the club, other members have the same problem.  Do you hear them yell?  Mods, maybe we ought to take a vote here about things, we are so many more than one person!"

I am assuming that I'm the person targeted by this statement; and if not, my deepest apologies. As far as "kowtow to one disgruntled member who cannot or will not let others be.." I am sorry that you interpreted it that way. It was not, is not, and will never be all about "me." It is about the entire community. No one is asking or forcing you to "kowtow" to anyone. Yes, create what you want, and enjoy it. Post it, and enjoy the results.

Yes, I (and many others) find floods of 30+ similar images somewhat annoying. I get annoyed at a neighbor's dog that yaps for hours on end, but I'm not going to walk over and shoot the dog. Nor am I or others saying "you cannot upload photos of foggy streets or weeds in your backyard."

Just try to have some consideration for other artists that would like their work seen as well. Is that really too much to ask??

I apologize if you found anything I've posted in this thread (or anywhere else on the site) offensive. I am just expressing my thoughts feelings, and opinion. And possibly a few suggestions. You have that right - and so do I.

I'm done with the subject.

Have a good day.

"I reject your reality and substitute my own" - Adam Savage