December '07 Photo Contest

[Mesnik]

Mine is not up there anymore...

 

[Will Hayward]

Some entries did not qualify because:

I see at least 4 or 5 entries that do not meet the size and/or proportion requirement. There is also at least one entry using text/watermark. These are all good photos too. If these problems are not fixed before the entry deadline then they will unfortunately be removed. I will be around Saturday afternoon in case anyone needs help.

Size: The longest side of the photo must be at least 600 pixels

Proportion: The size ratio (smaller side / larger side) must be >= .65

Be sure to read the rules- It's disappointing to loose good entries.

 

[bg77]

My pic I thought was the right size. It was 600x450??? I had no text on it. It is the same format my last pic was and it was allowed? I guess I either missed something else or My pic just sucked that bad I was eliminated early??? Would be nice to know why it is not there?????

 

[AncientCritters]

Some entries did not qualify because:



Be sure to read the rules- It's disappointing to loose good entries.

AARGHH I forgot to resize!!!!

 

[Brad]

If an entry is no longer in the gallery, it is because it did not meet the requirements.

If an entry is still in the gallery but is not shown as a voting option, it is because the photo did not make the list of finalists. For more info and discussion of this process check out: https://www.chameleonforums.com/new-contest-phase-1200

In a day or two only the finalists will remain in the gallery.

Does this help, or did I make things worse?

 

[bg77]

Nope, I understand.. My picture must have sucked, therefore it was removed from voting????

 

[Chameleons Northwest]

Nope, I understand.. My picture must have sucked, therefore it was removed from voting????

I haven't had the courage to enter a photo yet. It must be disappointing to not make the cut, but don't be so hard on yourself- was the subject of your photo 2 months old or less? I did see at least one that gave the age as 2.5 months old, which would have been too old for this particular contest.

 

[bg77]

Yeah it sucks... I think everyone should have a chance, as long as it is within the rules. As far as my pic it was within the specs of size and it was of my 2 month old veiled. I dont know, does'nt make me happy. Oh well...........

 

[Will Hayward]

Guys... The contest used to allow all eligible entries into the voting period, however that wasn't working with so many voting options. It did not provide clear winners because the number of people voting was not enough to give a dynamic range in votes for the photos. You just had a whole lot of one votes for one photos, and then a few extras on certain photos. By eliminating some entries, and their photographers chance to vote on their own photo, you increase the competition and potential to pickout the best photo. It was possible for the winner to have only two or three votes, instead of the 8 or so they will get with an elimination round and fewer entries.

If you are looking to improve your photos, then you can always post questions, or post photos and ask for constuctive feedback. Or you can read this thread here for soem ideas: https://www.chameleonforums.com/how-can-i-improve-5799/

I think what most people should do, is actively take photos with the intention of using them for the contest, rather than pick a photo out of a group of photos that you were taking to pass the time.

 

[Canopy Chameleons]

Barely missed the baby photo deadline. My babies are hatching out right now... Oh well, there's always next month.

 

[Brad]

slideshow

Having a hard time deciding on your favorite?

Slideshow: Click to view slideshow

Comparing the original size of each image can also help and is recommended.

 

[Brad]

Reminder: Today is the last day to vote in the December contest.

 

[Brad]

The Results​

1st place: VerteX
Species: Chamaeleo Chamaeleo calyptratus
Common: Veiled Chameleon
Sex: male
Age: 1 month



2nd place: Dave Weldon
Species: Chamaeleo Chamaeleo calyptratus
Common: Veiled Chameleon
Sex: male
Age: 1 week



2nd place: pohchunyee
Species: Chamaeleo Trioceros jacksonii
Common: Jackson'sChameleon
Sex: male
Age: 1 month



If you are not familiar with how the contest works, please review the [THREAD=102]contest rules[/THREAD].


open member vote
The top ranked photos from the open member voting received the following points:
photo 10 => 5 pts (VerteX)
photo 08 => 3 pts (pohchunyee)
photo 11 => 1 pts (Dave Weldon)


judge rankings
We had three judges this month: Trace, Brad Ramsey, and FL Chams
The judges, in no specific order, gave the following rankings:

judge1:
photo 11 => 3 pts (Dave Weldon)
photo 05 => 2 pts (Sepioteuthis)
photo 08 => 1 pts (pohchunyee)

judge2:
photo 04 => 3 pts (EXO)
photo 11 => 2 pts (Dave Weldon)
photo 09 => 1 pts (Will Hayward)

judge3:
photo 10 => 3 pts (VerteX)
photo 08 => 2 pts (pohchunyee)
photo 03 => 1 pts (Doodleh)


point totals
photo 10 - VerteX: 8 pts
photo 08 - pohchunyee: 6 pts
photo 11 - Dave Weldon: 6 pts
photo 04 - EXO: 3 pts
photo 05 - Sepioteuthis: 2 pts
photo 09 - Will Hayward: 1 pts
photo 03 - Doodleh - 1 pts


All photos were excellent. Thanks to everyone who participated. There is always room for improvement, so if anyone has a suggestion please create a new thread in the photo contest or feedback forums. If you prefer to remain anonymous you can send me an email.


Medals have been awarded.
Congratulations to the winners

 

[Brad]

Thanks Mike

There originally was no contest scheduled for December. Thanks goes out to FL Chams for offering a $100 prize and allowing the contest to continue.