P3D Competitions

[markaren@xxxxxxxxx (Karen Obusek)]

I enjoy participating in the Ohio slide competitions. A contestants
expressed level of scoring dismay is proportionate to the seating
distance of the nearest judge. :-) I believe the feelings of being
wronged by the judges intensifies if the image has great emotional value
to the photographer, especially if the image includes friends and loved
ones. I recall an image unfavorably critiqued because the flash was too
close to the back of somebody's head, drawing attention to the shining
scalp. Or the image of a young girl relaxing in a lying position was
critiqued for showing too much stretch, making her legs appear longer
than they should be etc. I happened to agree with the judges however the
contestant may interpret the comments as insults. The new qualification
for judges should include a minimum of 30 days  community volunteer
service, at least an associate degree in psychology.......make that
psychiatry ( to administor medications etc.) Family counseling
experience or equivalent........Seriously I recommend a brief "
disclaimer" prior to all competitions. " The competitions are designed
to share and learn......judges opinions may not be the opinion of the
group majority and critiques should be taken for constructive
value.....bla,bla,bla...uhmm....bla, bla"....you get the idea.          
                                          Mark Dottle


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