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Stephanie Jackson Posts: 3911 Joined: 13th Apr 2008 Location: UK | quotePosted at 08:07 on 8th February 2009 I love to look through people's contributions and comment on the one's I like to encourage people. I never leave discouraging comments as I do not think that is what POE is all about and also I usually can see the beauty in most photographs. I have noticed lately though that it is the same few people including myself who do make comments. It is obviously up to the individual whether they think a picture deserves a comment or not and how often they comment. However, when I first joined the site and before I joined the forum I found that I made lots of friends by leaving and receiving comments and I have continued to do so since. So if you have been reluctant to leave a comment on a picture that you like just remember what a great encouragement it is if you receive one! Edited by: Stephanie Jackson at:8th February 2009 08:08 |
Mark Corby Posts: 25 Joined: 23rd Mar 2008 Location: UK | quotePosted at 14:17 on 8th February 2009 I comment on a photo if its really good and award 5 stars sometimes 4 and explain why. Theres tons of extremely good photos on this site. I must admit I am pleased when I get a 5 rating or 4 and comment. |
Sue H Posts: 8173 Joined: 29th Jun 2007 Location: USA | quotePosted at 15:00 on 8th February 2009 I'm always tickled pink when I receive a comment on my pictures. I'm not a good photographer, and when I take a good picture it's certainly more chance than skill, so positive comments, even on the not perfect pictures, motivate me to keep at it. |
Ron Brind Posts: 19044 Joined: 26th Oct 2003 Location: England | quotePosted at 16:45 on 8th February 2009 Yeah, good point Stephanie. Great for encouragement and making new friends with like minds, as you say. |
| Jan Minter Posts: 8 Joined: 25th Jul 2008 Location: UK | quotePosted at 20:51 on 8th February 2009 I always enjoy looking at everyones pictures as they are posted (sometimes I have to do a bit of catching up though) - I've taken hobby pictures for years and its really nice to have a site where I can display them, receiving stars & comments is lovely! |
| Ron Brind Posts: 19044 Joined: 26th Oct 2003 Location: England | quotePosted at 21:03 on 8th February 2009 >>>>sometimes I have to do a bit of catching up though Crikey, don't we all Jan? The point is you never know what the next picture will show do you.....great stuff members! Keep them coming!! |
| Stephanie Jackson Posts: 3911 Joined: 13th Apr 2008 Location: UK | quotePosted at 21:21 on 8th February 2009 Thanks everyone. I hope no one thinks I was criticizing though. It is personal choice whether people comment or not or how often. I just thought I would say what I got out of the experience of commenting on people's photos that I like and hopefully encourage people to join in. I know the forum isn't everyone's cup of tea although I enjoy it immensely but I have made friends with people who do not post on the forum but I have commented on their photos in the past or visa versa. It is not only that though - if I leave a comment I really do like the photo! Nice to see you on the forum Jan and Mark! |
| Ron Brind Posts: 19044 Joined: 26th Oct 2003 Location: England | quotePosted at 22:09 on 8th February 2009 I go along with that Stephanie! |
Ted  Posts: 733 Joined: 14th Jan 2009 Location: Netherlands | quotePosted at 22:10 on 8th February 2009 I like to comment on the photo's (and receiving them) but somethings I can't find the proper (english) words to discribe my impressions. What I can say is and I hope that I put it right: Stephanie, you have an perfect eye for composition on your pictures. They are great!  Picture by Stephanie Jackson
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| Stephanie Jackson Posts: 3911 Joined: 13th Apr 2008 Location: UK | quotePosted at 22:19 on 8th February 2009 Thank you Ted - that is very kind. I have really enjoyed seeing your photos too - they are lovely - I especially love the view of Dartmouth Castle from Kingswear. We like to holiday in the same places! (I think your English is excellent - I wish I could master languages as well - I can only manage a little bit of German!). |
