Is it just me????

[LisaCadwell]

I know that sometimes the written word can't completely express the feeling the poster is trying to convey, but is it me or does it seem that newbies really aren't welcomed here by some of the older Moderators/Experienced posters???? Maybe Sarcasm is just the way to answer the newbies posts????

I, personally, have a great deal of growth that I need. I know this and that is way I am seeking out a place to chat with other people either in the same boat as myself or have been in that boat. I'm starting to get the feeling that not only myself, but other "newbies" are really not wanted here and that we are pests by asking questions that are relevant to our level.

Or maybe I'm just not using the forum correctly? Am I supposed to just read and watch and not post as a newbie? Is there a preferred guideline that I missed???

Lisa

 

[IByte]

I know that sometimes the written word can't completely express the feeling the poster is trying to convey, but is it me or does it seem that newbies really aren't welcomed here by some of the older Moderators/Experienced posters???? Maybe Sarcasm is just the way to answer the newbies posts????

I, personally, have a great deal of growth that I need. I know this and that is way I am seeking out a place to chat with other people either in the same boat as myself or have been in that boat. I'm starting to get the feeling that not only myself, but other "newbies" are really not wanted here and that we are pests by asking questions that are relevant to our level.

Or maybe I'm just not using the forum correctly? Am I supposed to just read and watch and not post as a newbie? Is there a preferred guideline that I missed???

Lisa

Probably they get same questions day in, and day out. Usually the newcomers ask wide open questions with no budget, genre of photography, or general research to bring to the table; which tends to annoy a lot of people here.

Another reason is they bust newbie chops to see how they are. If you're sensitive on internet forums, how are you going to make in the real world regardless of your profession? Or some people in general ate smart a$$, myself included lol.

 

[Tee]

Lisa-

This place is cupcakes and kittens compared to a year ago. It's so sugary and sweet I've got a cyber-cavity. But seriously, imagine being a member for 2,3,4 years and seeing the same three basic questions asked every day. It can get a little frustrating since the search function works well. I'd recommend in the Beginners forum, clicking on "replies/views" and it will re-order the threads from most replied to least. You can get an idea of how often the same topics are covered.

Anywho- stick around. Have fun.

 

[SCraig]

You are actually right on both counts. There is a lot of snobbery and curt responses that goes on, I'm as guilty as anyone else. But in our defense once you have seen the same "What lens do I need" or "What tripod should I get" or "Why are my pictures underexposed" day in and day out it does start to wear on people. In many cases these are questions that could be answered by the poster with just a couple of minutes of looking around. For example, I saw two brand new "What Tripod" posts yesterday.

Photography is not something that can be learned in a few minutes. To learn to use a SLR or DSLR or any advanced camera takes time and effort, however many who come here aren't willing to devote that time and effort. They want a quick answer to a complex question. Or they show up expecting everyone here to rave about their photographs and then get disappointed and mad when we tell them the truth. Most times when someone new shows up we don't know the difference yet. We don't know if it's someone who will actually try and learn or just another hit-and-run type.

Just as you expect to take some time to get to know us, you have to give us a little bit of time to get to know you. However, like any internet forum there are all types. There are some great people here, there are some truly talented photographers, and there are some that would not be missed if they left. Stick around, blend in, and it will all work out shortly.

 

[mishele]

Probably they get same questions day in, and day out. Usually the newcomers ask wide open questions with no budget, genre of photography, or general research to bring to the table; which tends to annoy a lot of people here.

Another reason is they bust newbie chops to see how they are. If you're sensitive on internet forums, how are you going to make in the real world regardless of your profession? Or some people in general ate smart a$$, myself included lol.

Don't listen to this guy^^^^^^ he's full of shat.
Lisa, just have fun. Don't worry about the sarcastic remakes. There are a lot of people here that are going to want to help you. Just try to do a little leg work yourself before you post questions. It will show people you are interested in learning.
Now get back out there, kiddo!!

 

[LisaCadwell]

That all makes sense. I completely understand that a million people asking the same question gets extremely tiresome! I wouldn't want to be a moderator for anything! I have a tough skin and was warn (by my husband) that people will be ruthless. I understand that my pictures are in NEED! But, I didn't expect to be basically told to jump of the forum and go back to basics. OUCH! LOL.... I didn't think they were that bad! Of course I've been looking at hundred of my pictures of the past few years and I think that I'm getting better.

SO in short... keep my head down and continue slowly on the site - huh? I can do that. I don't run off so easily. ;-)

 

[manaheim]

Interestingly, the ones who make sarcastic remarks are generally the ones who are going to kill themselves to help you when you ask the "right questions". I know it's tough, because how the heck are you going to know what the right questions are? Well... you can figure it out, by reading other posts here and by reading between the lines on their sarcastic responses.

#1 thing to do before you post... search.

In fact, this VERY thread you just posted? Yeah... we've seen this thread at least 3,000 times. And THAT is why the older folks get a bit tired of newbie questions.

 

[LisaCadwell]

LOL - Point well taken!!!

 

[Derrel]

That all makes sense. I completely understand that a million people asking the same question gets extremely tiresome! I wouldn't want to be a moderator for anything! I have a tough skin and was warn (by my husband) that people will be ruthless. I understand that my pictures are in NEED! But, I didn't expect to be basically told to jump of the forum and go back to basics. OUCH! LOL.... I didn't think they were that bad! Of course I've been looking at hundred of my pictures of the past few years and I think that I'm getting better.

SO in short... keep my head down and continue slowly on the site - huh? I can do that. I don't run off so easily. ;-)

Welcome Lisa. Keep at it, hang around, and you WILL get better. Promise!

 

[Tee]

For fun, I checked out some old school threads. You want to see mean, nasty and how this forum was on a daily basis? Read this: http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/photography-beginners-forum/214345-my-first-teen-shoot-c-c.html It was a modern day OK Corral.

 

[The_Traveler]

Hey everyone. I just finished taking shots at a local golf course and wow... I took a lot. When I uploaded them on my computer I can opened them up in Lightroom 4's trial version and 90% of them are out of focus. BUT, if I open them in any other program or viewer they are fine?

I have absolutely no idea how to use LR so maybe I need a tutorial? Am I missing something?

Lisa

You got fairly pleasant and responsive answers but, honestly, in retrospect isn't this a question that you could have answered yourself by doing some work for yourself before asking?

Now multiply this by 10 times per day x 365 days/year (366 on leap year) and you can see why even helpful, nice people can get tired of using time on this kind of question.

 

[jake337]

Have fun and read between the lines.

 

[LisaCadwell]

LOL - wow. I thought my feedback was rough! I think you are right and that several people around here have started to take Prozac.

 

[LisaCadwell]

doing some work for yourself before asking[/U]?

Now multiply this by 10 times per day x 365 days/year (366 on leap year) and you can see why even helpful, nice people can get tired of using time on this kind of question.

Ohh... You're correct. I watched multiple videos on the net (about 3 hours worth) and found my answer. I looked for a faster response to a problem that I was currently having. Since the post, I've found a local person that is willing to sit down with me and go over the program to show me some techinques. I'm extremely excited to learn more about LR4.

BUT, that wasn't the only replies that I was posting about. In nearly every post that I've made (or read) there has been at least one sarcastic response. This thread was an overall opinion that newbies in general seem to get slammed. I wasn't aiming at any one person or thread - just a generic observation.

AND I DO GET IT! Do the research yourself; although, that does make me wonder what questions I will be able to ask!!!! ;-) Or which photos I can post for a C&C that is as good as I THINK it is. I have a lot to learn! LOL.

 

[Desi]

Hey Lisa, stick around....you're gonna do just fine here.