Photoshop competiton entrys thread

There are some good entries. Maybe Phate could extend the deadline so that people who have forgoten can do one.
 
I don't know, this won't be the last competition. In my opinion we should do another one after this, perhaps get a league going or something, with points for winning and a runner up, and cheerleaders, and cheese!
 
I know a nice 19 yo cheerleader.

/smug

The league sounds like an interesting idea, but who would decide the order in which people come in each round. Just Phate or work it out between yourselves?
 
I though phate was? I think a league's the best idea - and it should be judged in the same way the photo competitions are - points for theme, impact and technical.

fini
 
Mr_L said:
The league sounds like an interesting idea, but who would decide the order in which people come in each round. Just Phate or work it out between yourselves?
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P'Shop covers such a wide spectrum , I think it would be hard for one person to judge. ( No offence to whoever is judging this !)

Different people have different tastes/ideas etc.

If an ongoing league is started ( Good idea ) , then why not keep the same sort of format as this comp , But when it comes to judging submit them all anonymously to the GD Forum ( Always plenty of opinons there ) for judging ?

Haven't thought about the practicalities etc.

Just an idea.

Cheers,

Mark
 
I recon have the person who sets the challenge theme as the judge. Then the person who wins, set the next challenge etc. This person obviously wouldn't be allowed to enter that challenge. This would also prevent the same person from winning loads in a row.
 
Sorry, I lost interest in this. I think the whole thing was handled rather amateurly and I just couldn't be bothered in the end. This isn't an attack on anyone, just the truth. :)

I would put myself forward for the smooth running of some kinda league, but I'm moving away in August and I won't have a PC for about 2 months.
 
OvertoneBliss said:
Sorry, I lost interest in this. I think the whole thing was handled rather amateurly and I just couldn't be bothered in the end. This isn't an attack on anyone, just the truth. :)
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IMO it was clear enough.

Original idea submitted.
Interest from people gathered.
Subject of competition stated.
Deadline issued.

This is an amateur competition , for fun , or that was my interpretation of it.

I followed it , without a serious hope of "winning".

(Adapted) Quote "This isn't an attack on "your opinion" , just the truth"

Was it really amateurish or could you just not be bothered ?

Cheers,

Mark

*mrdbristol , prepares for flak.
 
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I really don't see what the problem is with the way the photography competitions are run? They've been run successfully for a lonnnng time - why not just adopt their approach?

fini
 
taken from the last photography competition:

OcUK Photo Comp - Season Five : Round Five - "Emotion" ENTRIES

Theme: Emotion

Chosen by: Gregeff


Closing date: Midnight Sunday August 13th 2006


Please post all entries for the current competition in this thread and keep discussions in the DISCUSSION thread.
DO NOT post any discussion or comments in this thread!

Judges: RichDay, xolotl, Matt.

This competition is open to everyone.


RULES
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Rules must be followed. Failure to follow one or more rules will result in disqualification for the current round.

* One image per entrant (may be a montage consisting of two or more photos).
* If a montage is entered, all photos in the image will be judged on their relevance to each other as well as the theme.
* Photos must be posted in or linked to this thread for consideration.
* Photos must be of a reasonable size.
* Photos may have an optional border. If used, this must be a single colour and a reasonable size.
* Photos must have been taken on or after Wednesday, June 14th, 2006. Invalid EXIF dates must be declared.
* Photos that have been commented on previously by any of the judges, will not be considered.
* Photos must be available for viewing in this thread until the competition winner has been announced.
* Photos must be your own work unless posting on behalf of someone else. If this is the case it should be stated in your post.

* Photographers must post their make and model unless it is provided in the EXIF Information.
* Photographers retain full copyright to their entries, so you must contact them before using their entries.

* The winner of each round will choose the theme for the next round.

* The Judges may not discuss or submit their interpretation of the theme until the competition winner has been announced.
* The Judges will not reveal individual scores, however some judges may provide a critique after the competition has ended.
* The Judges may or may not notify disqualified photographers before the deadline.
* The Judges decisions are final.

* Minimum Bribe Level: Canon EOS-1Ds Mk II


RECOMMENDATIONS
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Recommendations are optional.

A '+' sign next to the recommendation means you will gain marks.
A '-' sign next to the recommendation means you will lose marks.
A '/' sign next to the recommentation means your score will not be affected.

Each of the 3 judges will give you a score out of 30 as follows:-


* Technical ( 1 - 10 )

+ Use of Photoshop or Image Editing programs to enhance your photo.
+ Correct use of Lighting/Saturation/Contrast/Exposure.
+ Correct use of DOF (Depth of Field).
+ Appreciation for Rule of Thirds, Golden Mean and other photographic rules.

- Overuse or misuse of Photoshop or other Image Editing programs
- Bad Lighting/Saturation/Contrast/Exposure.
- Blurred photos due to incorrect DOF (Depth of Field) or camera shake.
- Unintentionally slanted photos.

/ EXIF Info is recommended for digital photographers.
/ Camera Settings are recommended for film photographers.


* Theme Relevance ( 1 - 10 )

+ Good interpretation of the theme
+ Originality

/ Your photograph should represent the theme without further commentary.


* Impact ( 1 - 10 )

+ WOW Factor!
+ Overall ambience of the photo.

All past competition Entry, Discussion & Results threads can be found in the PV Archive. Select "From the - beginning" in the Display Options at the bottom of the page to view all Competition threads.

PS. if fini doesnt win this competition, something's very wrong
 
mrdbristol said:
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I didn't really mean it like that. I just felt that it was a little slow moving and not everyone was really taking it seriously. I know it was all fun, but maybe a little too much fun was had.

Just my opinion and, in the end, I just couldn't be bothered. :) No harm done, I hope.
 
OvertoneBliss said:
I didn't really mean it like that. I just felt that it was a little slow moving and not everyone was really taking it seriously. I know it was all fun, but maybe a little too much fun was had.

Just my opinion and, in the end, I just couldn't be bothered. :) No harm done, I hope.
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Sorry , for picking your post out.

Your comments were as justified as mine.

And i agree with the vague rules could be construed as amateur ?


Cheers,

Mark
 
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