No.6

Had my appraisal today, that could have gone better :D
It just helped me make up my mind time to move on.

Thank you all for taking the time to view and comment on my shots.

[Kerri]

Great black and white

[Shanne]

nice grittiness - sorry the appraisal didn't go so well, good luck with moving on

[Alison Tomlin]

Where are you going? Can I come too?

[David H.]

Sounds like a tough day :(
Great bold image with strong repeated patterns in the bricks around the focal point

[Kelly]

Sorry the appraisal didn't go as well as planned John - maybe it can be the start of your professional photography career! I am being completely serios too!

[rachel red]

shame about the appraisal but a very nice 6 picture.

[Caroline]

Sometimes moving on is such a good thing to do. I like this doorway with the giant 6 on it.

[andy c]

have that feeling too... 6 years is more than enough time me thinks and time for something different...

[Michelle]

Sometimes we can out grow the places we work for.. It shows that you are growing.. move to a place that suits you.. Great shot

[Richard Tyson]

Nice strong contrasts and BW. Good luck with the new direction.

[Juliette Packham]

love it - cool image. Well, you don't like it there so probably time to move on...there'll be summat round the corner...starting work in London next week - we should meet for beers - what train do you normall get in the morning?

[Jane Hyde]

Sorry to hear of your bad day - but great photo love the composition and b&w

[Penny Roper]

Nice shot, sorry about the appraisal.

[Sharon]

Like the grittiness of this. Sorry about your bad day.

[Sandra]

Very nice shot again, and sorry for your bad tomorrow will be better!

[Jennifer C]

oh you have had a stressful day, sorry. have a great weekend!

[Kalexa]

Cool shot. Wonder what's behind door number six!!!?

[Jose]

Great capture.

[Skip Tribby]

This isn't on Downing Street is it? Sorry to hear your appraisal didn't go well. I've been there too! The only free advice I can offer is, sleep on it for a few days before making any decisions!

[Carole]

My thoughts? They don't deserve you!!!!

[Sue]

Cool shot, I agree with Skip, sleep on it for a few days.

[Katey Givan]

Sleep always helps...on the upside, great capture! Love the dramatic black and white!

[Ron (Dakota39)]

Very nice shot! Best of luck in your future!

[MonicaE]

I didn't know what an appraisal was until I read the other comments. I guess it's a job review, right? Sorry things didn't go well but maybe another door will open for you somewhere else. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

[Karen H]

Sometimes it takes a push to move us along our path. Good luck. Great shot

[☠northy]

so sorry the appraisal did not go well... that's really too bad... i hope you find something else that feels right to you quickly! this is a cool photo!

[Amanda F.]

Cool shot! Good luck!

[bkb in the city]

Good luck John. Nice b/w shot

[Elibank]

love No.6, a lot

[Sharon]

terrific processing. Are you gonna branch out into real estate photography?

[Phil]

Nice bold shot. Been meaning to add some numbers after my alphabet month... you've made me resolve to start looking.
Bosses have to throw in a snotty appraisal once in a while to hold their authority, don't take it to heart. Whatever you choose to do will be the right move :)

[Donna]

OMG, how timely. we've all been there. i'm in the midst of life decisions as well. good luck to you. black and white emphasizes the impact of the shot!

[emily tull]

it's crap...not the photo the company, appraisal are suppose to be supportive and productive..buy you know that :) and I want a door with a giant number on it

[Dione Giorgio]

Gorgeous B&W shot, John. Some appraisals are meant to be encouraging, John, doesn't necessarily mean that they do.

[Danielle Greenwood]

Great shot. I did a self appraisal today and told myself it's time to get moving. Day 1 of new ideas anyway. It all sounds good John, let's hope door number 7 opens for you with wide open arms (and some chocolate cake).

[Al Perry]

Nice B&W tones in this , Good Luck!

[Mike]

Great No6 shot..and more often than not those that give the appraisal would struggle to find their "r's" from their "Lbow"!

[Lisa]

Great shot, and yes, maybe time to move on. Doors will open!

[Heather 43]

What do they say, when one door closes, another opens. I'm sure there are only better things ahead. No thoughts of following a path that would use your very natural talent behind the camera?

[Aaron L]

Well you know why mate?! Keep using google for all your answers eh !! ;-)

[Juanita]

I like this especially the gritty feel to it.

[Paul]

Cool shot John. You are not a number, you are a free man

[Joyce Wells]

Love the mystery of this photo - what's behind door #6? Sorry about your appraisal - hopefully, you'll find something more to your liking!

[Vickie Posey]

Nice b&w :-)

[Caryn]

Very cool door...

[Julie]

It wasn't until I read the caption on your next day that I got this. Appraisal in US generally means an inspection of home to determine it's value! :)

[Kathy A]

Gee I hate appraisals.