Do you automatically assume that everyone posting photos here wants constructive criticism? Or are you afraid to hurt someone's feelings if they haven't specifically asked for opinions? Just wondering how everyone else feels.
It seems to be the general consensus is that if people have indicated they want critique (either by saying in their profile or on their picture) then critique is welcomed, as long as the photo isn't just put down, and rather is done in a way that allows somebody to improve. This is usually a very friendly site, so as long as it is in keeping then that is great :) That said, constructive criticism can be hard to find on here.
@dolittlemd - I always welcome criticism, as long as it is constructive and tactful. For that reason, if I think I would have considered trying something different with a picture I see, I will suggest it, while also highlighting what I already like about it as it currently is. It doesn't happen very often though, most people on here are much more experienced and talented than me!
I do love a good discussion though and will often explain why I made the choices I did!
Critique away. If I disagree with what you're saying, I'll just say so, and why. When I'm happy with a shot, I'm happy with it - so not much anyone says is going to change my mind. But when I'm not completely happy, and don't know why - it's so helpful to hear different suggestions.
I tend to critique other people's shot when they ask for critique or if I see something obvious that could vastly improve the shot. But I'm a little shy otherwise to offer critique. Not everyone is open to different ideas:)
I am happy to give or receive, however I only really give it people either ask on their photo or they tag me directly in their comments to come and cc.
I love honesty, especially when it's constructive. I might mention a tweak or a small improvement with the preface of take it or leave it. I really appreciate it when people did / do that for me
I don't expect critique on anything I post; which is fine because for the most part, I already know most of what is wrong with one of my shots! But sometimes, critiques come in unexpected ways, like the one I got from an unsuspecting @allisonrap who was actually just joking, but turned out to be spot on, the focus really IS way off! LOL I usually appreciate critique when it does happen, and this cracked me up :)
I personally would love critique but am not comfortable critiquing other people unless they have made some sort of critique on one of my photos. Then, I now they are open to the idea in which case i'll gladly reciprocate if they are looking for that.
@meggageg HAHA, as I do..lol @dolittlemd If I posted it and asked for a critique sure, if not well not really required. Some people feel free to leave it without the question being asked and if I think that its a geniune critique I will go back and look at my proccessing or settings and work on it..
I'm here to learn and have had some great comments left from @agima about lighting that have been 100% on the money and I have change some post work for the better.
I will sometimes state what concerns me about one of my own pictures and ask what people think. Sometimes, they will provide alternative camera settings for me to try or something I can do in processing.
@flagged Thanks. I try to be as helpful as possible and give advice in such a way that people can achieve what I am asking. I also don't give advice on something I can not do or actually know what I am talking about. :)
I guess when receiving advice it is good to look through the person project and actually see if they know what they are talking about or it tends to be bad habits are just passed on. There is a group on flickr that is about CC but the people that are giving the advice can not take a photo to save their lives but they are more than welcome to give it. :)
I'm a little confused as to what I want. Originally when I started I thought it was more of a critiquing site and I expected constructive criticism, all I got was "nice photo" "great dof" etc and I wanted more. Then I got used to the positive feedback and when someone bluntly told me something negative about a photo of mine I was taken aback (they were correct, it was just blunt) Now I rarely say anything negative unless asked because it can be taken the wrong way, but I do still want to hear constructive criticism because I want to learn and there are so many people on here whose opinions I value. In summary....I know how you feel but one just cant take anything personally :)
I welcome critique.
I love playing with my camera and taking photos every day. I'm certainly don't call myself a photographer - I'm a retired graphic designer with a camera. My photos I take and the critique I give is from this point view and this point only. I cannot give technical critique but I feel I can crit on composition, colour, balance, cropping etc etc.
In most cases I check people's profiles that they are wanting critique before giving it.
I would definitely welcome critique but haven't indicated that on my profile so far, will definitely change that now.
Regarding critiquing others, I am unfortunately not confident enough to critique other peoples' work. I am still a novice and only an intereseted hobby photographer and thus keep it like @agima, i.e. don't critique something that I don't know anything about.
If anyone feels like CC, I would really appreciate some constructive critique of some of you more experienced 365ers :)
there is nothing negative about critique as long as a person isn't just saying "this sucks" or something similar. i appreciate critique as long as it's constructive. it is good for me to look at things differently.
also, it's not like i'm trying to make ALL my photos perfect works of art. some days i just get lazy and snap away at random stuff and don't expect a "great" or even good photo. so i know not all of them are going to be liked or fav'd or have a slew of "i love this" comments and that's okay.
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I suppose if I wanted some I would ask.
I do love a good discussion though and will often explain why I made the choices I did!
I tend to critique other people's shot when they ask for critique or if I see something obvious that could vastly improve the shot. But I'm a little shy otherwise to offer critique. Not everyone is open to different ideas:)
@dolittlemd If I posted it and asked for a critique sure, if not well not really required. Some people feel free to leave it without the question being asked and if I think that its a geniune critique I will go back and look at my proccessing or settings and work on it..
I'm here to learn and have had some great comments left from @agima about lighting that have been 100% on the money and I have change some post work for the better.
I guess when receiving advice it is good to look through the person project and actually see if they know what they are talking about or it tends to be bad habits are just passed on. There is a group on flickr that is about CC but the people that are giving the advice can not take a photo to save their lives but they are more than welcome to give it. :)
I love playing with my camera and taking photos every day. I'm certainly don't call myself a photographer - I'm a retired graphic designer with a camera. My photos I take and the critique I give is from this point view and this point only. I cannot give technical critique but I feel I can crit on composition, colour, balance, cropping etc etc.
In most cases I check people's profiles that they are wanting critique before giving it.
Regarding critiquing others, I am unfortunately not confident enough to critique other peoples' work. I am still a novice and only an intereseted hobby photographer and thus keep it like @agima, i.e. don't critique something that I don't know anything about.
If anyone feels like CC, I would really appreciate some constructive critique of some of you more experienced 365ers :)
also, it's not like i'm trying to make ALL my photos perfect works of art. some days i just get lazy and snap away at random stuff and don't expect a "great" or even good photo. so i know not all of them are going to be liked or fav'd or have a slew of "i love this" comments and that's okay.