Photo Contest - Bad Picture (10/4-10/10)

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a photo contest with the theme of "bad pictures," inviting participants to submit photographs that did not turn out well due to various technical issues such as overexposure, underexposure, blurriness, or other mishaps. The discussion includes contest rules, participant experiences, and humorous commentary on the nature of bad photography.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express excitement about the inclusivity of the contest, suggesting it will be challenging to vote for the "baddest" picture.
  • One participant shares a personal anecdote about their experience with photography, highlighting the fun aspects versus the technical challenges.
  • Another participant mentions that they typically discard bad images, indicating they may need to submit a photo that is not entirely "bad."
  • A participant humorously describes their entry as the "most offensive offering" in the contest, emphasizing the playful nature of the submissions.
  • There are discussions about the technical aspects of photography, including references to specific equipment and experiences in the field, such as ophthalmic photography.
  • Participants share links to their submitted photos, showcasing various interpretations of the contest theme.
  • Some participants engage in light-hearted banter about their entries and the nature of bad photography.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the theme and rules of the contest, but there is a playful disagreement regarding the quality and nature of their submissions, with no consensus on what constitutes the "worst" picture.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the technical requirements for photo submissions, and there are mentions of issues with image sizes in previous contests.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in photography, particularly those who enjoy the humorous and creative aspects of capturing imperfect images, may find this discussion engaging.

  • #31
http://home.wanadoo.nl/bijkerk/sparrow.JPG

So here is that sparrow sitting on a pile of stones, minding his own business with something to bite. So you sneak a bit closer but when you press the shutter, the silence is broken and there it goes, a ghost in the corner.
 
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  • #33
BobG said:
... and wonder the "Where's the bidet?", of course.


Forget the bidet, where's the toilet paper?!
 
  • #34
As a reminder, you have less than 2 days left to submit a picture for this contest.

Zz.
 
  • #35
brewnog said:
Forget the bidet, where's the toilet paper?!
Well, surely that's the shower handle up on the wall above it. It's the bathroom of the future, you can do all three S's while standing in one place. :biggrin:
 
  • #36
Moonbear said:
Well, surely that's the shower handle up on the wall above it. It's the bathroom of the future, you can do all three S's while standing in one place. :biggrin:
What? No shaving? :biggrin:
 
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