My Photos Are NOT OK to Edit

[RebeccaAPhotography]

My Photos are NOT OK to Edit
My Photos are OK to Crop

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[Jeremy Z]

My Photos are NOT OK to Edit

*Insert witty reply by other member about how cropping is technically editing and will change composition*

This is exactly my point when I say that it is a very blunt statement.
I would not in any way care if someone took my photo and cropped it a little to show me how a different or better composition may be achieved.
It would be appreciated as that is why I came here.

But you see, when most of us see the 'not OK to edit' stamp, we won't bother asking if it is OK to crop. You're on your own.

The thing that I really don't understand about the 'not OK to edit' stamp is this: What have you got to lose by letting folks make a graphic suggestion? In extreme cases, someone could edit your photo in jest, and you might not appreciate it. Like putting your head on someone else's body. But the rest of the time, they might do something like: "That photo looks great as-is Judobreaker, but have you thought about boosting the contrast a little, like this...?"

It is not something you thought you wanted to see, but you may reverse that decision if you open your mind a bit. I know I did.

I challenge you (and others) to change your tag and open yourself up a bit for the next round of pix you submit for CC. You might be surprised at how much you learn.

Lastly, remember that it takes a bit of time to save a copy of your pic, edit it, then re-host it. So only the people who are really trying to help are going to actually go to the trouble of editing your pix.

 

[Josh66]

I never really considered cropping to be an edit...

 

[Forkie]

I have that setting because I'm happy with the way I've edited my photos. Plus, I'd never actually use one of my photos that had been edited by someone else.

It's not that I'm totally against it, but I'd rather be asked first. And since I've never put an image up for C&C, I have no reason to change it.

Also, as Overread said, I'm one of those who aren't here specifically to learn. I think (hope!) I have a reasonably developed sense of composition and editing. I may pipe up with the odd question here and there, but I'm mainly here to discuss and enjoy helping the babies.

 

[Austin Greene]

But you see, when most of us see the 'not OK to edit' stamp, we won't bother asking if it is OK to crop. You're on your own.

The thing that I really don't understand about the 'not OK to edit' stamp is this: What have you got to lose by letting folks make a graphic suggestion? In extreme cases, someone could edit your photo in jest, and you might not appreciate it. Like putting your head on someone else's body. But the rest of the time, they might do something like: "That photo looks great as-is Judobreaker, but have you thought about boosting the contrast a little, like this...?"

It is not something you thought you wanted to see, but you may reverse that decision if you open your mind a bit. I know I did.

I challenge you (and others) to change your tag and open yourself up a bit for the next round of pix you submit for CC. You might be surprised at how much you learn.

Lastly, remember that it takes a bit of time to save a copy of your pic, edit it, then re-host it. So only the people who are really trying to help are going to actually go to the trouble of editing your pix.

Hmm Jeremy I think your missing the point a lot of us have been trying to bring up (though a lot seem to be missing it as well, not just you ). Besides the well-developed photographers who have their photos as not ok to edit for obvious reasons, us newbies who have it learn best by trying things ourselves. Does having our photos set to not ok to edit mean we don't want to learn? Absolutely not, that is a complete non-sequitor. We just prefer to have suggestions made, try it ourselves, and then go from there. If we want someone to edit our photos, we'll give them the all clear

 

[cgipson1]

But you see, when most of us see the 'not OK to edit' stamp, we won't bother asking if it is OK to crop. You're on your own.

The thing that I really don't understand about the 'not OK to edit' stamp is this: What have you got to lose by letting folks make a graphic suggestion? In extreme cases, someone could edit your photo in jest, and you might not appreciate it. Like putting your head on someone else's body. But the rest of the time, they might do something like: "That photo looks great as-is Judobreaker, but have you thought about boosting the contrast a little, like this...?"

It is not something you thought you wanted to see, but you may reverse that decision if you open your mind a bit. I know I did.

I challenge you (and others) to change your tag and open yourself up a bit for the next round of pix you submit for CC. You might be surprised at how much you learn.

Lastly, remember that it takes a bit of time to save a copy of your pic, edit it, then re-host it. So only the people who are really trying to help are going to actually go to the trouble of editing your pix.

Hmm Jeremy I think your missing the point a lot of us have been trying to bring up. Besides the well-developed photographers who have their photos as not ok to edit for obvious reasons, us newbies who have it learn best by trying things ourselves. Does having our photos set to not ok to edit? Absolutely not, that is a complete non-sequitor. We just prefer to have suggestions made, try it ourselves, and then go from there. If we want someone to edit our photos, we'll give them the all clear

well.. it is probably more work to attempt to describe in massive detail what it needs, and also how to do it.. than it is to just show you. So typically I am more willing to help those that have "Ok to edit" !

 

[MTVision]

Hmm Jeremy I think your missing the point a lot of us have been trying to bring up. Besides the well-developed photographers who have their photos as not ok to edit for obvious reasons, us newbies who have it learn best by trying things ourselves. Does having our photos set to not ok to edit? Absolutely not, that is a complete non-sequitor. We just prefer to have suggestions made, try it ourselves, and then go from there. If we want someone to edit our photos, we'll give them the all clear

Suggestions are nice but...with tutorials you see the steps as you follow them. I doubt most newbies (to photoshop and photography) would understand how to burn and dodge an image, why to do it and what the results would be. Yes there is a burn and dodge tool in photoshop but that's not the only way to do it. It's one of the first things I learned here about editing - from KmH. He edited a picture for me and explained how he did it. I still had to learn how to do it but it was a lot more helpful being shown what it does.

It's not like anybody is going to do a full edit - most edits are done quickly in less than 5 minutes. It's for educational purposes.

 

[blackrose89]

Living proof how allowing others to edit helps us learn! My last edit on page 3! http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...llery/270959-3-new-beach-people-photos-2.html

 

[LightSpeed]

well.. it is probably more work to attempt to describe in massive detail what it needs, and also how to do it.. than it is to just show you. So typically I am more willing to help those that have "Ok to edit" !

Uh huh............yeah yeah.
You never cease to amaze me Gipson.

Think Gilligans Island here......

 

[Austin Greene]

Hmm Jeremy I think your missing the point a lot of us have been trying to bring up. Besides the well-developed photographers who have their photos as not ok to edit for obvious reasons, us newbies who have it learn best by trying things ourselves. Does having our photos set to not ok to edit? Absolutely not, that is a complete non-sequitor. We just prefer to have suggestions made, try it ourselves, and then go from there. If we want someone to edit our photos, we'll give them the all clear

Suggestions are nice but...with tutorials you see the steps as you follow them. I doubt most newbies (to photoshop and photography) would understand how to burn and dodge an image, why to do it and what the results would be. Yes there is a burn and dodge tool in photoshop but that's not the only way to do it. It's one of the first things I learned here about editing - from KmH. He edited a picture for me and explained how he did it. I still had to learn how to do it but it was a lot more helpful being shown what it does.

It's not like anybody is going to do a full edit - most edits are done quickly in less than 5 minutes. It's for educational purposes.

That is why I am not new to photoshop

 

[cgipson1]

well.. it is probably more work to attempt to describe in massive detail what it needs, and also how to do it.. than it is to just show you. So typically I am more willing to help those that have "Ok to edit" !

Uh huh............yeah yeah.
You never cease to amaze me Gipson.

Think Gilligans Island here......

hahaha.. there is a difference between teasing and helping! Besides.. I was in a goofy mood that night! lol!

 

[blackrose89]

well.. it is probably more work to attempt to describe in massive detail what it needs, and also how to do it.. than it is to just show you. So typically I am more willing to help those that have "Ok to edit" !

Uh huh............yeah yeah.You never cease to amaze me Gipson.Think Gilligans Island here......

hahaha.. there is a difference between teasing and helping! Besides.. I was in a goofy mood that night! lol!

Can I see this infamous over edited photo you two keep talking about?

 

[Judobreaker]

But you see, when most of us see the 'not OK to edit' stamp, we won't bother asking if it is OK to crop. You're on your own.

I know, I won't blame anyone. I prefer this over allowing any edit.
Personal choice. ^^

The thing that I really don't understand about the 'not OK to edit' stamp is this: What have you got to lose by letting folks make a graphic suggestion? In extreme cases, someone could edit your photo in jest, and you might not appreciate it. Like putting your head on someone else's body. But the rest of the time, they might do something like: "That photo looks great as-is Judobreaker, but have you thought about boosting the contrast a little, like this...?"

It is not something you thought you wanted to see, but you may reverse that decision if you open your mind a bit. I know I did.

If anyone would tell me to try and increase contrast a little or try and add certain effects I would gladly try myself.
I have a fair knowledge of Photoshop so a few small remarks are usually enough for me to try it.
Doing it myself also makes sure I remember stuff better, I learn better from doing things myself.

I challenge you (and others) to change your tag and open yourself up a bit for the next round of pix you submit for CC. You might be surprised at how much you learn.

I'm not planning to change the tag but I am always open for critique and comments.
You might say that's a choice I should make different, I guess we agree to disagree.

Lastly, remember that it takes a bit of time to save a copy of your pic, edit it, then re-host it. So only the people who are really trying to help are going to actually go to the trouble of editing your pix.

This is something I appreciate in people, even though I do not allow it on my own photos.
I edit photos from others every once in a while if I think I can help out so I know what's involved.
I encourage anyone to do this when people allow it and/or ask for it.

 

[One2]

I love the storm pictures. Haha.

 

[cgipson1]

Uh huh............yeah yeah.You never cease to amaze me Gipson.Think Gilligans Island here......

hahaha.. there is a difference between teasing and helping! Besides.. I was in a goofy mood that night! lol!

Can I see this infamous over edited photo you two keep talking about?

This will take you there, Angel!