First of all- I would like to display a quote by RYNO-a FORMER Renerosity artist- that I find very very true. he hit it right on the head with this!
"If you want viewings, post pin ups.
If you want comments, post pets, people, or flowers.
If you want to really explore what is possible as an artistic expression - persist."
How true this is.... It's kind of sad when you look to see what kind of images are being looked at on this site. Not only is the above comment so true, but also it seems to be quite "cliquish." In other words- people will list favorite artists based on the comments that are made on their images- and vice versa.
Also, it seems that most people on here DO NOT have a clue how to critique an image. Why is it that people will say things like "cute cat" or "wow- such a pretty girl," or just comment on the SUBJECT rather than what the photograph is and/or what it conveys? Along with that, some people on here seem to resent even getting a true critique telling them how to improve the image. I often get "nastygrams" sent to me in my messages because I went against the grain of people just saying how pretty the subject is, or how great the POV is, or just what a cool pic it is. I like to tell what I see in it and how to maybe improve it if needed.
Personally, I much prefer people telling me about my image itself. I dont care if someone has the same kind of car that I took a photo of- or the person, place, or object in my image is nice looking. PLEASE tell me about the image.
I apologize for my cynicsm... but this is just one of the sites I post my work on and it by far- has the longest way to go when it comes to people knowing how to actually comment on artwork.
Comments (13)
weesel
Spot on, Moose! Nothing wrong with Merry Christmas. It's the kindness behind the wish that counts. Anyone who can't see that . . . sad, very sad.
b2amphot
Ditto you comments. A really clever effect you created. It looks like a Whitman Sampler... love it... and a MERRY CHRISTMAS to you as well.
DeviousMoose
Thank You Thank You... you hit things right on the head. It used to be (and not that long ago) when you could say "Merry Christmas" to ANYONE and they would never be offended (hence the title)- but nowadays? Also it's the kindness behind the season- not the commercialism that counts. How many of you are tired of hearing how retailers are DEPENDING on a strong HOLIDAY season? (And I'm typing this at 8:30 on Christmas Eve- while 2 of my kids are still at work). But as for the Whitman Sampler.... I never thought of it that way but youre right!!!! (I hope it's the candy as opposed to Slim Whitman!) To all & to all..... a good night!
logiloglu
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2005 to you and your family too.!!!!!!!!! #:O) !!!!!!!!!
amorales
I second the motion
cynlee
okie dokie! have a farout & happy holiday ken! :]
waverunner
I Agree to hell with Political Correctness !! Christmas is Christmas the way we were brought up with it :) good job have a good and save holiday season merry christmas to all Ho Ho Ho and it DOES look like a Whitman Sampler also cool
ryno
This image conjures of memories of the Christmas I got a Light Bright. It was one of my favorite toys at the time. I had totally forgot about that time in my life until now. Thanks so much your honest gift which is also my sentiment. MERRY CHRISTMAS Ken.:}
kansas
Wonderful image and you are right! We should not be swayed by all this "political correctness" BS! We must not let the powers that be persuade us to give up our customs, traditions, and deeply held beliefs. Bravo!
Porthos
I absolutely agree M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S !!
tony_br22
super done .. amazing photo here!
WiserAngel
What irritates me is that in order to be politically correct, we seem to be able to say "happy kwanzaa", "happy ramadan" or "happy hannukah", and yet we can't say "happy christmas"...well it be COMPLETELY politically correct, we should be able to say it ALL! So MERRY CHRISTMAS BACK AT YA!!! : )
VieVivante
Sigh. There is not, nor has there ever been a war on Christmas except in the steamed imaginations at Fox. Never the less a fascinating picture and very well done. Merry Christmas to you and yours!