Hey everyone! I'm new (again) to the project.. well, have tried before but have just returned. Each time i've tried, I end up giving up eventually..even months in..after a few days of not having taken photos. I'd just like to put myself out here for some new friends to inspire me and hopefully give me tips on how they keep shooting every day!
So i'm Kasey, a 21-year-old student at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and i'm eager to find some photographers on here!
My advice .... Don't worry if you miss a day or three ... alternatively, if you feel that is not good advice LOL ... don't worry about what the pic you post on "those days" looks like ... I assure you, you will be the only one worrying about those things. This is a "your project, your rules" kinda place. Many folks who have been here a year or so are changing their rules to better fit their lives. There is no need for pressure or stress in this ...
I have just completed year 3 and 2013 was the first year I didn't use any fillers! My advice is to not panic if you have nothing to upload for the day. Either leave a gap to fill later (or not at all if it doesn't worry you) or look through some old photos, do some outrageous editing and upload one of those. Remember that if you don't post you haven't failed. This site is to have fun. Entering one of the themes or competitions can be helpful. There's the weekly theme, the ETSOOI challenge, WWYD, EOTB, the mundane challenge, the abstract mundane challenge and loads more. Check out what's available, get inspired by others but most of all remember that it's your project and have fun. Good luck :o)
I just completed my third year also and I will admit I did use some fillers but not as often as my 1st and 2nd year lol. So don't worry if you miss a day or two, no one will hate you I promise lol. And in any case if you don't have an Ace membership you can use a filler here and there in case you have one of those days where you want to show off more then one photo. I did that before I got my Ace membership. Just have fun, follow photographers you like, comment when you can and try a contest or two. I like to do the Monthly list of ideas that gets put together ( http://365project.org/discuss/themes-competitions/20334/2014-jumpin-4-january). It's a lot of fun, gives you ideas if your having a blank. It's helped me to try taking photos of new things or things I would never think of or even things that intimidate the amateur photographer. Hope you have fun and look forward to your photos :)
I find getting involved in the challenges really helps the keep the motivation going ;) Good luck! I have stopped stressing about blank days and have no qualms with using filters. My project, my rules!
Hi Kasey, and welcome back! The best advice I can give you about sticking with the project is to not be too hard on yourself! I've fallen weeks behind when I hit a lull, only to get inspired later and catch up. It it becomes too much of a chore, it becomes less fun; and we can't have that!
BTW, I spent a summer in Carpinteria (just south of Santa Barbara), and immediately fell in love with the area; I will definitely get back there some day!
Welcome Kasey! This is my third attempt too! My first try lasted for about three months, I was enjoying it but I missed a few days and then I gave up, the second time I just posted for a week. Now I'm determined to do it well! Best wishes for you!
Welcome to 365!
Don't worry about anything, some of us post every day, some post a few times a week and back-fill any gaps. There are no real rules, it is your project so enjoy it.
I had a couple days when I was unable to take a photo so I would go through photos that I took that day in a previous year to post - and would add an explanation. It helped me to not get discouraged plus it was kind of cool to see what I photographed a previous year on that same day.
If you miss a day or even 10, I wouldn't worry. I tried the year before last to post every day, and it worked for 5 months, and then I'd had enough, now I just do my own thing....post when I can, and enjoy the project so much more. It's your project....you make the rules :-)
@kaseycarroll you can click on the upgrade link under your profile. I just used it as a motivation to finish my project this time, afterall i am not using the site for free and i got that ACE badge right beside my name. lol
Welcome back! Make rules for your project that work for you. If you chose to take and post a photo each day realize that not every one will be amazing. Also, don't be afraid to post diary shots. I often end up enjoying those 'moment in time' shots more than some that have been popular with others in the site. Don't get caught up in the popular page or favs. If you like a photo that does not resonate with others don't let that get your spirit down. Most of all...have fun, try new things and get involved in the community. Best of luck!
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BTW, I spent a summer in Carpinteria (just south of Santa Barbara), and immediately fell in love with the area; I will definitely get back there some day!
Cheers and Happy New Year!
Don't worry about anything, some of us post every day, some post a few times a week and back-fill any gaps. There are no real rules, it is your project so enjoy it.