Commenting on pictures

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!

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.

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.

>>>>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!!

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!

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