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Harrington
Aug-20-2009, 06:10 PM
Hi all Dgrinners,

I am searching for stunning photos to add to the SmugMug homepage slideshow at smugmug.com. I am only looking for photos on SmugMug. I want photos that will drop your jaw. I'm looking for images that are more than just artistic. Photos like this: http://cmac.smugmug.com/gallery/8850242_ctZtk (but don't submit photos from that gallery). I want photos that will make the main stream photographer say "wow!" Remember, the aspect ratio is 600px by 310px, so make sure the photos you submit will crop right. Also, I would really appreciate you submitting amazing wedding photos.

Please submit photos to this thread that fit my criteria. There is one rule: Do not submit your own photos. Submit other photographers photos or links to them. This will alleviate any harsh feelings and you won't have to face rejection.

Thanks!

Remember: DON'T SUMBIT ANY OF YOU OWN PHOTOS.

I want photos of this quality:
http://cmac.smugmug.com/photos/567778881_usEw4-L.jpg
photostuff
Aug-21-2009, 01:23 AM
While I do not have anything of the drop-your-jaw quality you seek, I think it is a bit unfortunate that smugmug members cannot submit a photo of their own. I think the average adult can handle rejection of this nature, but this is just my opinion.
Betz
Aug-22-2009, 05:08 AM
While I do not have anything of the drop-your-jaw quality you seek, I think it is a bit unfortunate that smugmug members cannot submit a photo of their own. I think the average adult can handle rejection of this nature, but this is just my opinion.

It seems common sense that artists (and that's what we photographers are) would be able to accept rejection but unfortunately it's just not that way. I think the idea of submitting photos done by other photographers works as a positive in a couple ways:

1. Shows recognition by peers for great work. We all love positive feedback and having a photo submitted is a great source.
2. It allows us to explore amazing photos created by the community here at SM. This can inspire us to step out of our own comfort zones and try something new.