Long time photographer as a full time mom

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Tried to post a pic but was flagged as too much to upload. I’ll try to figure it out. Took a pic of my original photo to upload
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Thanks Anita

I usually recommend resizing the image to a maximum of ~1000 pixels on the long dimension, and then saving it as a jpeg with quality 80.
 

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I would mostly agree, but also add everyone is different. When a photographer is true to oneself and believes the work, nobody will sway their opinion of own work. But that is not same as saying gearing others comment may not have important impact.

Problem with opinions is that not everyone is honest, some tend to sugarcoat just to be nice, not everyone can actually make a thoughtful comment, even if they are themselves doing well in the field.

Some do well on their own and find other opinions more of a distraction and quit sharing, some actually need others give input.

For @AHL I would say try to share here, see what happens and how you respond, and most importantly take all comments with some grain of salt. By trying, you may come across a person or few you will find good connection with. In that case you can move on to more private messaging here, or connect by others means if it is helpful.
 

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Tried to post a pic but was flagged as too much to upload.

I'm sorry about that; it happens sometimes. I once wrote a user guide to deal with this issue, but it's geared a little more towards using a computer to upload images than a phone or a tablet. This is where @Hassasin suggestion comes in nicely, I think. Thanks @Hassasin!
 
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Sorry sorry. Really tried!! Not technical at all. I’ll have to keep trying. Thanks for your help I appreciate it it but it’s beyond me
 

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And evidence of a thoughtful photographer.
I like photography that makes me, as the viewer, think about what the photographer was thinking about.
 
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And evidence of a thoughtful photographer.
I like photography that makes me, as the viewer, think about what the photographer was thinking about.

Thanks! First was a self portrait, second was Eiffel Tower, third my youngest when she was small.
The originals show better these look tinted they are not.
I have crossed that bridge and they are out there, and I have lost control over who sees them, my worst nightmare! Lol! I feel they are no longer just mine. What a bizarre feeling. Anyone else experience this feeling?
 

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You should feel proud - photographs prosper best when they get to be shared.
 

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@AHL When you started this thread I had a feeling there is a treasure to be discovered. And as it turns out I was not wrong.

I especially connect with your youngest angel, where for me everything works perfectly. A powerful display of her sweetness.

As you get more comfortable posting, it will only get better. The ice has been broken, first critical step towards freedom (of posting on here )
 

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I have crossed that bridge and they are out there, and I have lost control over who sees them, my worst nightmare! Lol! I feel they are no longer just mine. What a bizarre feeling. Anyone else experience this feeling?
Yeah, at first, but it wears off and it gets easier - you're doing great!

Your photos are lovely. If you would live around here and put up an exhibition, I'd definitely go and see it.
 
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