Suggested Themes for future monthly comp

[cindy]

Perhaps here will be a good place to start thinking about potential themes for the monthly competition once it gets up and running. Here are a few for starters:

Things that go bump in the night.

The morning after

A storms a coming

Precious moment

Back in the day...(monocrome)

I could go on but will spare you, for now :outta::outta:

[Beeje25]

Perhaps a still life and macro option, action/sports

[cindy]

I was thinking more of conceptual themes that allow the imagination to take hold, and also invites interpretations that could include still life, macro and action etc - But that's just me, people may prefer just to have categories. :confuse:

[flook]

manipulated image
candid
religion
colour
time

[kooky]

Noooooooo not candid again:rofl:

Like your suggestions Cindy

[flook]

hehe candid is special, its why we're all here :moose:

[kooky]

hehe candid is special, its why we're all here :moose:


:moose: to you too lol!!! and yes you are right:D

[sharkbait]

What about moods?

[Pipeman]

My suggestions.
Bit staid perhaps!

Sport or Action
Red
Open
Summer
Water
Small
Little and Large
Landscape
Fields
Funny
Simplicity
Nature

[kooky]

A few from me

Calm
Wild
hands
Lines
British Summer
Looking up
The wider picture
Pastel
Metal
Wood
Behind the scenes
From a child's point of view
height
Strong
Landscapes



Okay think that's enough

[cindy]

I think we have some great suggestions here including the mood suggestion (AND MINE OF COURSE) . I guess its up to admin to decide which ones they prefer and if anymore will come in. I guess we are letting people know in advance the themes for the month?

[Pipeman]

Open Mono might be interesting.

[sharkbait]

I like the idea of an occasional open compo...:top:

[badbadman]

How about one showing D.O.F. ?

Two birds with one stone, a comp and shows those who are not sure of what DOF is all about what it is.:)

[sharkbait]

how about one showing d.o.f. ?

Two birds with one stone, a comp and shows those who are not sure of what dof is all about what it is.:)

like it...

[cindy]

Good idea re the DOF :top:. On the AP website they have an explanation underneath each comp heading and DPS does the same for assignments so this be a good way of encouraging people to explore beyond just the title of the assignment.

[JamesStan]

Im loving the idea of an open comp, maybe once a year, last comp of the season if you will. not sure about wether its best to be specific though with other suggestions or if better to leave interpretation open. for example all the trouble with the candid comp, if the subject had jsut been "people" it would have caused no arguments. we would have had a large variety of pics (studio, candid, models, sports, and on and on) but at least they woudl have all been people).

how about a leading lines comp? always love a leading line me :)
my other suggestions would be simple but easily monitored subjects like,

sport
people
landscape
mono
splash of colour
macro/close up
still life
open

[Jeni]

love the DoF idea, and like Cindy's ideas a lot too. they seem to be ones that you could get your imagination working with.

[cindy]

Thanks jeni :beercheer:

i was trying to suggest ideas that would get the imagination going and that could include all styles and techniques from macro,monocrome, manipulated, DOF, to action/speed, etc etc in the interpretation of the comp title

[munchycarrot]

all these ides are good, i think we're gonna spread some of these suggestions out over the year & incorporate them into John's assignments.
It's great to have input from members but it's gotta be manageable for admin. i can't wait to see what's up & coming for future comps :top:

[Pipeman]

love the DoF idea, and like Cindy's ideas a lot too. they seem to be ones that you could get your imagination working with.

...... but i don't have an imagination!!:outta:

[cindy]

I bet you do! :rofl:

[purplepaul]

Conceptual

7 Deadly sins
Pride is excessive belief in one's own abilities, that interferes with the individual's recognition of the grace of God. It has been called the sin from which all others arise. Pride is also known as Vanity.

Envy is the desire for others' traits, status, abilities, or situation.

Gluttony is an inordinate desire to consume more than that which one requires.

Lust is an inordinate craving for the pleasures of the body.

Anger is manifested in the individual who spurns love and opts instead for fury. It is also known as Wrath.

Greed is the desire for material wealth or gain, ignoring the realm of the spiritual. It is also called Avarice or Covetousness.

Sloth is the avoidance of physical or spiritual work

The self

Mood

Dark

[Pipeman]

By heck, Paul - they're a bit heavy!

[kooky]

By heck, Paul - they're a bit heavy!

Lol!!!! That's what i thought Ron, be a challenge and half though.

[sharkbait]

By heck, Paul - they're a bit heavy!


Yeah, esp the gluttony one

[Marvin]

Conceptual

7 Deadly sins
Pride is excessive belief that your photos are better than everyone else's. They are not, mine are.

Envy is the feeling you get when someone gets out his 500mm f2.8.

Gluttony is an inordinate desire to consume more memory than is really needed, like 24 Mpixels per shot.

Lust is an inordinate craving for the pictures that Stew takes.

Anger is manifested in the individual who constantly tries to take clean astro pictures when thunderstorms are forecast.

Greed is the desire for 9 frames per second or more - go buy a video camera !!

Sloth is the avoidance of physical or mental work, like using anything except "auto" setting.





Sorry Paul, couldn't resist it :D

[Jeni]

You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Marvin again.

that so deserves rep! :rofl::rofl::rofl:

[Pipeman]

that so deserves rep! :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Yes, Jeni -just done it!

[Beeje25]

Conceptual

7 Deadly sins
Gluttony is an inordinate desire to consume more than that which one requires.


The self

Mood

Dark

a shot of me and ange having a snack would win this

[Marvin]

that so deserves rep! :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Yes, Jeni -just done it!

He he thanks guys, it just seemed so fitting to do a toggy version :D

[miffy]

Love all these suggestions--there must be about 5 year's worth now!!:D

a few more---

Bubbles

Purple Rain

The Rescuers

Time

THAT'S a good idea !!

Simple Pleasures

Ok, that's enough rubbish from me !!:D I'll look forward to seeing what's decided for the first one!:top:

xxjan

[cindy]

Like your suggestions Janet ...we could go on and on but at least they are here for future reference in the 22nd century :rofl:

[Jones]

I think all the good ideas are taken...

Just a few more:
- behind
- on top
- through
- nearly

[munchycarrot]

Janet, have you been watching a lot of kids tv..? :rofl:

Darren, i wont comment on yours.... behind, on top EH? That could come up with some interesting entries :eek: :rofl:

[Jones]

Oh yes, I didn't see that... :o :D

[miffy]

Darren i was just about to say what brilliant ideas yours were-----till i read Stef's post, & now i can't type for laughing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:rofl::rofl::rofl:

Well we DID want some " different " ideas!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)

xxjan

[Jones]

I must admit Stef saw meaning in my words that wasn't intended! I can imagine some entries testing the Code of Conduct somewhat!!

[cindy]

I think all the good ideas are taken...

Just a few more:
- behind
- on top
- through
- nearly

To this I would have added BINGO!
:party:at the bottom