which photographic errors will most likely lead to criticisms on forums ...

A tilted horizon is probably number one on the list.
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Criticizing another persons picture when they haven't requested comment or criticism.

Editing another persons picture without their permission, especially to make a point related to uninvited comment or criticism.
 
I like to look at the challenges on DPR. Sometimes there are lots of outstanding entries. Nevertheless , even the winners get a lot of lousy ratings. That tells you a lot.
I did a lot of challenges years ago, to the point of winning some. It was a great learning experience. I eventually stopped, though, as it was clear that some entrants were low-balling their competitors to bring their averages down to get an edge.
 
I was wondering which errors in photographic technique will most quickly lead to immediate criticism by your peers on line ?

the first one I can think of is having an otherwise wonderful image but missing critical crisp focus of the eyes.

an image like that is immedialty doomed and actually "eye-focus" is a powerful selling point for a camera

can you think of other common errors which are so detrimental ?
It's rare that anything good comes from criticizing a photo, even constructively, unless the person posting the photo specifically asks for it.
Sometimes not even then. People have to be willing to hear the critique and to understand it. I find that almost as rare on DPR as the ability to actually construct a decent critique.
I'll offer praise for good photos, on occasion, but not criticism.
 
How about using the wrong brand of equipment? Or using the wrong type of equipment? On dpr forums anyway
 
I was wondering which errors in photographic technique will most quickly lead to immediate criticism by your peers on line ?

the first one I can think of is having an otherwise wonderful image but missing critical crisp focus of the eyes.

an image like that is immedialty doomed and actually "eye-focus" is a powerful selling point for a camera

can you think of other common errors which are so detrimental ?
Over-saturated, over-sharpened images and excessive contrast are at the top of my list.
so you won't be singing the praises of Ken Rockwell photos then
 
I was wondering which errors in photographic technique will most quickly lead to immediate criticism by your peers on line ?

the first one I can think of is having an otherwise wonderful image but missing critical crisp focus of the eyes.

an image like that is immedialty doomed and actually "eye-focus" is a powerful selling point for a camera

can you think of other common errors which are so detrimental ?
Over-saturated, over-sharpened images and excessive contrast are at the top of my list.
so you won't be singing the praises of Ken Rockwell photos then
I always find it odd, that out of the thousands upon thousands of famous, highly talented and influential photographers in the world, the only two photographers that get any regular mention in these forums, are Ken Rockwell and Peter Lik. And very occasionally, Ansel Adams.
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...as it was clear that some entrants were low-balling their competitors to bring their averages down to get an edge.
That's incredible. I feel sorry for anyone who feels the need to behave like that. It's really nice to do well in a challenge but what price self respect?
 
...as it was clear that some entrants were low-balling their competitors to bring their averages down to get an edge.
That's incredible. I feel sorry for anyone who feels the need to behave like that. It's really nice to do well in a challenge but what price self respect?
Well, to be fair, we can't completely eliminate stupidity. :D And on some occasions, they might even be right. ;)
 
...as it was clear that some entrants were low-balling their competitors to bring their averages down to get an edge.
That's incredible. I feel sorry for anyone who feels the need to behave like that. It's really nice to do well in a challenge but what price self respect?
I do too. That's the kind of creepo who steals dirty panites at laundromats.

Most are just trying have a little fun with photography. But you always have a few creepy pathetics lurking. You really have to feel so sorry for them.
 
Daughter glaring at me, for no reason other than she is 13. It wasn't personal. The two burning eyes are what this photo needed.

Co-parent, ice skating, after she fell on her rear. Looking pretty skeptical when I asked her, "So how's it going dear?" Notice the nice bokeh. This was not intentional.

One eye blurry makes this a better picture, IMO.



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Many people have different core software. They don’t have an internal state nor care if they achieved it by cheating. At all. Most people will project their own values on others. Believe me, some people have no remorse about things that would haunt you at night if you did.
 
Daughter glaring at me, for no reason other than she is 13. It wasn't personal. The two burning eyes are what this photo needed.

Co-parent, ice skating, after she fell on her rear. Looking pretty skeptical when I asked her, "So how's it going dear?" Notice the nice bokeh. This was not intentional.

One eye blurry makes this a better picture, IMO.
Those are killer candids. Dope shots, Steve!
 
The classic error here, for me, is people asking what's wrong with their photos , describing the problem without posting an example.

Happens almost every day.
 
The classic error here, for me, is people asking what's wrong with their photos , describing the problem without posting an example.

Happens almost every day.
or someone with 82,000 posts on DPR criticizes an image you post claiming to be an expert .... when you ask them to post an example of their own illustrating the correct technique they refuse

"you can be an internationally recognized photographer, with exhibitions in some of the most prestigious galleries in the world and a list of publications as long as your arm, yet still some body will give unwarranted criticism for non existent faults"

- Phil Martin
 
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The classic error here, for me, is people asking what's wrong with their photos , describing the problem without posting an example.

Happens almost every day.
or someone with 82,000 posts on DPR criticizes an image you post claiming to be an expert .... when you ask them to post an example of their own illustrating the correct technique they refuse
This is fallacious reasoning. If you ask a mechanic what is wrong with your car, they can tell you without bringing in an example of one that isn't broken.

There are some instances where a visual example might help. But we have these little things called words that help us communicate without pictures.
 
The classic error here, for me, is people asking what's wrong with their photos , describing the problem without posting an example.

Happens almost every day.
or someone with 82,000 posts on DPR criticizes an image you post claiming to be an expert .... when you ask them to post an example of their own illustrating the correct technique they refuse
This is fallacious reasoning. If you ask a mechanic what is wrong with your car, they can tell you without bringing in an example of one that isn't broken.

There are some instances where a visual example might help. But we have these little things called words that help us communicate without pictures.
there is a famous saying :

" a picture is worth one million words "

( this is doubly true when it comes to pictures themselves )
 
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Yeah, I like them a lot too. Co-parent doesn't much care for hers, though. :)
 
The classic error here, for me, is people asking what's wrong with their photos , describing the problem without posting an example.

Happens almost every day.
or someone with 82,000 posts on DPR criticizes an image you post claiming to be an expert .... when you ask them to post an example of their own illustrating the correct technique they refuse
This is fallacious reasoning. If you ask a mechanic what is wrong with your car, they can tell you without bringing in an example of one that isn't broken.

There are some instances where a visual example might help. But we have these little things called words that help us communicate without pictures.
there is a famous saying :

" a picture is worth one million words "

( this is doubly true when it comes to pictures themselves )
Then you should have posted a picture demonstrating that.

Sometimes an image helps illustrate the issue, sometimes it does not.

The biggest problem here is that people use the absence of images to dismiss the words and that is, frankly, ridiculous.

There is a difference between "An image might help me better understand" and "No pictures, I'm not going to listen." The former is reasonable, the latter, less so. And the latter is the more common here.
 
The classic error here, for me, is people asking what's wrong with their photos , describing the problem without posting an example.

Happens almost every day.
or someone with 82,000 posts on DPR criticizes an image you post claiming to be an expert .... when you ask them to post an example of their own illustrating the correct technique they refuse

"you can be an internationally recognized photographer, with exhibitions in some of the most prestigious galleries in the world and a list of publications as long as your arm, yet still some body will give unwarranted criticism for non existent faults"

- Phil Martin
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