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Not my fault that that you fail at visualizing color scheme that allow visual flow in photography.
Last edited by cat0020; 04-02-18 at 05:00 AM.
If someone thinks it goes good with more yellow, let it be.
If someone think it won't go good, let it be.
Everyone has a right to like what they want to. It's not anyone's responsibility to change what they see as beautiful.
LET IT BE.
If someone think it won't go good, let it be.
Everyone has a right to like what they want to. It's not anyone's responsibility to change what they see as beautiful.
LET IT BE.
maybe this thread should get locked, and we all use this thread
The New and Improved HotRNot Thread
Just a thought.
Many people don't read the first post of this thread, and things sometimes get ugly after that.
The New and Improved HotRNot Thread
Just a thought.
Many people don't read the first post of this thread, and things sometimes get ugly after that.
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Where does sending pissy private messages fit in? Asking for a friend.
maybe this thread should get locked, and we all use this thread
The New and Improved HotRNot Thread
Just a thought.
Many people don't read the first post of this thread, and things sometimes get ugly after that.
The New and Improved HotRNot Thread
Just a thought.
Many people don't read the first post of this thread, and things sometimes get ugly after that.
If they disturb you, report them.
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As if PM to you was untrue?
Keep it to PM if you have nothing to contribute to topic of thread.. like this one:
or this one:
If you disagree with someone's opinion on topic, state your reasons and how you think the bike can be improved or better picture could be taken.
Posters who just want to disagree without offering cause would always post no-contributing posts regardless which thread the discussion is moved.
In effort to clean up this thread from non-contributing posts would be simply identify those non-contributing posts and keep them to PM if you have nothing to contribute.
Personally, I keep the critics related to the bike itself, not garage door, not valve angles.. just how the visual of the bike itself can be improved to allow better presentation, doesn't have to be spotless clean, leave the grease, dirt, rust, grime on the bike if they fit into the bike's purpose.
Keep it to PM if you have nothing to contribute to topic of thread.. like this one:
or this one:
Posters who just want to disagree without offering cause would always post no-contributing posts regardless which thread the discussion is moved.
In effort to clean up this thread from non-contributing posts would be simply identify those non-contributing posts and keep them to PM if you have nothing to contribute.
Personally, I keep the critics related to the bike itself, not garage door, not valve angles.. just how the visual of the bike itself can be improved to allow better presentation, doesn't have to be spotless clean, leave the grease, dirt, rust, grime on the bike if they fit into the bike's purpose.
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The tl;dr version: God, no.
Worse - the yellowtrimnazis.
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We can discuss photography if you like to start another thread about photography, but that's not related to topic of thread.
If you have nothing to contribute to improving the bike; it is not related to thread.. keep if in PM.
If you have nothing to contribute to improving the bike; it is not related to thread.. keep if in PM.
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Trollololol. *You're* the one that brought up photography in an attempt to justify your horrible, horrible suggestion, but you happened to do so with a photographer.
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Guys, a mod has asked nicely for you guys to simmer down. You do NOT want to piss her off. This is the last nice advisory.
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I may not have a good understanding as to what started the bickering in the last few posts, but I think it is due to some folks posting bikes in the "Hot or Not" thread without following the set standards to the thread. I would like to suggest that those standards be posted periodically (once a month, or every other month?) to help those who are new be aware of them without having to search or preview posts from the past before posting. That may help with the confusion of this thread. JMHO
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I would suggest that a mod add a simple note to the TOP of the first post in this thread:
1) Post picture(s) of your bike. Get responses of "hot" or "not" and maybe some commentary about why.
2) This thread is about aesthetics, which can be subjective, however staging, presentation, finish, and details all count. Think of it more like a car show where you detail clean and stage it for the show, and less like a slide deck from your vacation where you "run what you brung" and all that matters is functionality.
3) Have fun! Don't get butt hurt! If you think you MIGHT get butt hurt, do NOT post a picture of your bike and do not comment on other people's bikes. Getting butt hurt in this thread is a bannable offense. Just don't do it.
1) Post picture(s) of your bike. Get responses of "hot" or "not" and maybe some commentary about why.
2) This thread is about aesthetics, which can be subjective, however staging, presentation, finish, and details all count. Think of it more like a car show where you detail clean and stage it for the show, and less like a slide deck from your vacation where you "run what you brung" and all that matters is functionality.
3) Have fun! Don't get butt hurt! If you think you MIGHT get butt hurt, do NOT post a picture of your bike and do not comment on other people's bikes. Getting butt hurt in this thread is a bannable offense. Just don't do it.
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Posting any photos of your bike on this forum, usually leads to some sort of critique.
Most people try to be polite and give constructive criticism, but some people are way too sensitive, and unable to accept any criticism. If you can’t deal with people criticizing your bike, please DO NOT post a photo of it here. There’s a “sticky” thread that works well for those that just want to post a photo of their ride, without worrying about negative comments.
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I concur.
Posting any photos of your bike on this forum, usually leads to some sort of critique.
Most people try to be polite and give constructive criticism, but some people are way too sensitive, and unable to accept any criticism. If you can’t deal with people criticizing your bike, please DO NOT post a photo of it here. There’s a “sticky” thread that works well for those that just want to post a photo of their ride, without worrying about negative comments.
Posting any photos of your bike on this forum, usually leads to some sort of critique.
Most people try to be polite and give constructive criticism, but some people are way too sensitive, and unable to accept any criticism. If you can’t deal with people criticizing your bike, please DO NOT post a photo of it here. There’s a “sticky” thread that works well for those that just want to post a photo of their ride, without worrying about negative comments.
If all you want is a picture of your bike in this forum, with no expectation of a response, go here:
What road bike do you have?
Good point, [MENTION=426966]noodle soup[/MENTION].
If all you want is a picture of your bike in this forum, with no expectation of a response, go here:
What road bike do you have?
If all you want is a picture of your bike in this forum, with no expectation of a response, go here:
What road bike do you have?
If you want to have your bike judged, post it in "Hot or Not". If you just want to post a photo of your bike, Hot or Not isn't the right place for that.
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Poster A: Here's my new bike, please be nice, still dialing in the fit.
Poster B: It's alright, but the saddle's pointed way down, the handlebars are at a very weird angle, and the shifters are pointing down. You might want to try and take the photo on a less busy background.
Poster A: OMG WHY ARE YOU SO RUDE!!! MY NEW BIKE IS PERFECT!!!
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