First time entering got an 80

[Roger_Williams]

I would like to thank D. Craig, Keith and Holly and all the others that offered suggestions on two of my prints I posted here. First time entering and I got an 80 and what I think is a respectable 78. I sat in on some of the judging at MARC (Illinois and Indiana's regional conference) and the judging appeared to be a lot more critical this year as 80% of the prints I watched were challenged and discussed. As a first timer, I find the competition very, very intimidating but thanks to the help here, I got through it.

Many have said that entering competition will make you a better photographer and I believe it. I look at everything differently now.

Thanks again all.:)

[D._Craig_Flory]

Hi Roger;

I'm very happy for you ! I am sure much more credit is due Keith, and Holly, but if I helped in some way ... you are welcome.

Now that the competition bug has bitten you, I recommend a hard drive folder "Possible Competition Files". When you create an image you think might work save a copy there.

[David_Piet]

Congratulations Roger! As a new member of PPA, my goal is to enter competition next year. The people on this forum are great and I look forward to posting some potential prints on here for comments/suggestions.

[Heather_L._Smith]

Roger - I'm sure you've posted the images before, but we'd all love to see them if you're willing to repost!

[Jackie_Haggerty]

Hi Roger!

Congratulations! As Heather said, please share again! I hope that your other images were talked about- it is so great in the learning process to hear what judges 'see'. I seem to fall into the other 20% that don't get talked about! LOL

[Noelle_Zaleski]

Congrats!! Can we see the images please.

[Cheri_MacCallum]

Congratulations Roger!