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alfredo

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14. My problem was self doubt. Once the first poll was posted correctly, it became easier.

Reply to Mira (Reply #12)

Thu Jun 12, 2014, 11:22 AM

Jun 2014

Last edited Thu Jun 12, 2014, 12:19 PM - Edit history (1)

I wasn't as clear as I should have been about how I selected images for the finals. I didn't follow the accepted route.

It took over a decade to finally have a winning photo.

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What to do? Could we discuss the Hosting of Threads? [View all] Mira Jun 2014 OP

i know ill have the same dilemma in july for august rdking647 Jun 2014 #1

Yeah, Mira Jun 2014 #2

I'd think a previous host could step in and 'guest-host' groundloop Jun 2014 #3

I'm just now going through the responses again Mira Jun 2014 #10

I know I'm new to this forum, but I like the idea of a host bank. CrispyQ Jun 2014 #4

I like the idea of a "host bank". bluesbassman Jun 2014 #5

That's about the best route - Mira Jun 2014 #11

Thanks Mira. bluesbassman Jun 2014 #20

I like that there are thoughtful responses. Mira Jun 2014 #6

The first time is scary, the twentieth time a chore. alfredo Jun 2014 #7

There are some - I think - Mira Jun 2014 #12

My problem was self doubt. Once the first poll was posted correctly, it became easier. alfredo Jun 2014 #14

The amount of time it took Mira Jun 2014 #16

Winning doesn't matter to me. I see the contest as community building. alfredo Jun 2014 #17

What I like is the process of it all and the cameraderie. Mira Jun 2014 #18

I got second in the first contest. I didn't start getting second again until recently. alfredo Jun 2014 #21

You are what separates rank amateurs like myself Mira Jun 2014 #23

Do you have focus assist on your camera? Use it to fine tune the focus. Hyperfocal and alfredo Jun 2014 #26

Thank you! You're one of my heroes Mira Jun 2014 #27

Naw, not a hero. alfredo Jun 2014 #28

I could help out. Mz Pip Jun 2014 #8

Try "Copy" then paste the url. I just did it in my iPad. alfredo Jun 2014 #15

Maybe it's me Mz Pip Jun 2014 #19

Tap and hold. alfredo Jun 2014 #22

Ah, so that's the trick! Mz Pip Jun 2014 #24

If your goal is to make your finger sore, pounding the ipad will work. ;) alfredo Jun 2014 #25

I am willing to lend a hand when needed. ManiacJoe Jun 2014 #9

I have now made a post about this topic and pinned it to the top nt Mira Jun 2014 #13