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I'm re-evaluating the amount of time I spend on flickr, and HOW I spend it.

Flickr is starting to feel like a "burden" rather than a "joy" at times. . My fault, not flickr's. Let's just say that I've been seduced by the "dark side" of the flickr-force (within me).

I'd like to get back to the care-free, fun days when flickr was a place I went to share, find encouragement, and get inspiration.
Because of who I am, or can be, I'm finding myself becoming mercenary, overwhelmed, competetive, disillusioned, and other undesirable things at flickr.

I've also found that my standards and expectations for my own photography have gone up dramatically. In some ways, this is positive, in that it helps me to be more selective and critical of my own work. At the same time, more and more of my photographs look sub-standard to me. It is a strange dichotomy: one that can lead both to a finer, more excellent product, and at the same time, one that makes more and more of my photographs just plain "blah" and commonplace. Maybe it's just part of what being around "excellence" is like. Yet it has effects that lead to both greater achievement and to disenchantment in my own photography.

When I grapple with the world outside, I'm really grappling with MYSELF. Wish me fortitude, clear thinking, and balance. . .

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Hilary (curioush) says:

excellent!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Paula AnDDrade says:

that is so COOL!! :o)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Sam's Digital Shoe Box says:

Alive!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Gerald Yuvallos says:

Wow!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

CaritoJames says:

Awesome!!!!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

lunaryuna AGAINST CENSORSHIP [deleted] says:

marvellous shot, Tim!!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Sylpics says:

That is a fantastic shot, Tim :))

...and I can certainly relate to how you feel about Flickr...
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Dean Forbes says:

Tim, I admire your courage to share your thoughts and feelings. It sounds like it is a good time to re-evaluate your relationship with flickr, especially if you feel pressure to produce only excellent images in order to feel like your work "fits in" to a certain high standard.

There's no question that flickr can be time consuming; I spend more time here than any other Web site now. I guess moderation is the key to avoid burn out.

My only counsel to you is to try to take joy in your work and that of your contacts here, learn from each other and understand that we all have strengths and weaknesses in our art. For example, I admire and enjoy seeing photographers here who photograph certain subjects that I don't excel in or have as much interest in photographing, such as flowers, macros, slow-shutter speed and Photoshop creations. That doesn't mean I won't try taking those images because I won't measure up. We all have something to contribute.

Your work is important to me and I'm sure it is to others who regularly visit your stream. I hope you will continue to post images of your view of the world.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

pearl grace says:

fantastic photo, Tim!
love the colors and the detail. amazing shot!

I agree with, Dean. I admire your courage to share your thoughts and feelings. I hope you find your way and come to enjoy flickr once again. I enjoy your work so much and I hope you'll continue to share it with us.

I have other thoughts but will send you a message soon, as I don't want to voice them here.

Happy clicking, whether you post them here or not.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Imapix says:

Photography is a passion and a leisure not a competitive sport!

Take your camera, go out and have fun, follow your instinct like you always did!

Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Solitaire1 [deleted] says:

Hi Tim, it's good to have a break, but before you go I wanted to share that as I am taking pics and unable to post or do any photo corrections, many times out in nature, in situ, I remember what you taught me...and I'm happy at the end of the day when I see a beautiful reminder of a moment or image that captured me. thank you for sharing always:) PS excellence I find usually comes with deep emotion...:)your friend, Susan
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

earl01 says:

Wonderful image ...

Same struggles here .....
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

jon fobes says:

Tim, wonderful words! I hope Wynne copies me on her message to you, if that's OK, because I am curious about her views.

I started to get burned out a month ago. I started thinking about the "interesting" file and the low number of hits on my photostream (not quite at five figures yet; that's nothing!); I started thinking about how I should make more thoughtful comments on my contacts' photos. That weighed on me.

But then I started to feel glad I was not a regular on the "interesting" file because if you're not a star, you can't burn out.

I am not saying that's what you're concerned with but just sharing what sapped some of my initial joy. So now I just try to keep in mind that:

1. I really like being outside taking photos (Yesterday I took 150 and there was not ONE good one in the bunch!)

2. I really enjoy playing with images in Photoshop.

3. I will do my best to comment, but when it feels like work, I will just take a day off.

4. I won't think about numbers.

I am simply amazed -- even at the age of 54 -- how things take on a life of their own and how they change (and change us) as we go forward with them and how little we can know how we're going to feel about them in a day or a week. I think creativity+ means knowing that stuff and shifting gears -- and activities -- as our gut tells us to.

Remember what Emerson said: "A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds." The idea that achievement and disenchantment go hand in hand is weird, isn't it! Yet so true! Life is such a balancing act! It takes guts to walk the wire!

Thanks for having the courage to share your thoughts here!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

quebon2 says:

I haven't been on here as long as others have, but I can totally see how Flickr could become an addiction. I am already spending a little bit too much of my time browzing on here and I have also become too cautious about what pictures I post on my own page. And I'm still strictly a beginner!

So thank you for your honest words. And like it's been said, we have to remember that photography is supposed to be fun, not competitive.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

niklens says:

excellent shot....!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

dsevilla says:

Wonderful shot, Tim. It's just perfectly defined. Really good.

I understand your thoughts, and agree with Dean and others in that you had a lot of courage to share this kind of thoughts. But I'd say just don't worry. I think that goes with the process of trying to be better each time. Most "creators" tend to see the creating labour as painful too. But most of them, this is why they like to be creative.

As for myself, it meant A LOT when you commented my photos. When I saw yours, I thought they were some of the best in Flickr (I still think that). Commenting mine you encouraged me to learn and take photos better. Photography isn't my job and I don't think it ever will be. I know I'm no good at it, but anyway, you gave me the courage to be better, and even I bought a DLSR :).

I just can say: don't worry, it's normal to think like that. And, don't worry, your pictures are some of the best at Flickr :).

Ah, I forgot... thanks for your encouragement :)

diego.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Wolfy says:

Beautiful shapes and color.

I can understand your feelings about Flickr's dark side. It's hard work keeping Flickr use down to a manageable and sane level. Good luck.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Creativity+ Timothy K Hamilton says:

Here, among friends, I'm so delighted that
1) I can speak about what I'm experiencing as fully as I'd like to.
2) People can be willing to take the time to actually read what I wrote,
3) My friends and others are willing to share what's on their hearts as well.
4) I can sense your true care and concern for me
5) Finally, it helps to know that you can relate to my experience.

Thank You!!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

mimbrava says:

Dear Tim,
I hope you continue to enjoy Flickr as a way to do what it does for me and I imagine so many others:

Be inspired, but not daunted by others' images. There is no way that you or I or anyone can hope to excel constantly, although if you keep posting shots like this, I may need to revise that comment!

Don't feel compelled to post, and sometimes post what you think isn't so hot--and you'll be amazed at how wrong you are!

I, too, have reevaluated a bunch of shots I have in my archives and question whether they're worth posting or not. With winter upon us and, for me, little opportunity to get out and shoot new stuff every day, I may post them anyway, not because they're great but because I love to share with my Flickr friends.

Whatever you decide, know that you are an inspiration to me.

Hugs,
Mim
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

nj dodge says:

A simply wonderful image.

Before even really taking the photo in, I read what you had written. It definitely resonated with many of my own feelings and I could not have stated it better. I also echo many of the subsequent comments. There is a definite ebb and flow of excitement and partial disappointment. I know I must re-evaluate the time I spend here.

I also know that I look at the world around me a little more openly and keenly than prior to Flickr. I feel happy to recognize and encourage others' work, as well as be inspired by it. I'm thankful others take the time to do the same with mine. I do feel to be part of a caring community. I can feel excited about what I've just shot long before I post it, if I do. In comparison to my job in finance or yard work, this allows me creativity (no pun - really) that I wouldn't experience anywhere else. I know I have to stretch and change in order to be alive. What is the bright side or solution, not the problem?

As everything presented here has been therapeutic for me, I really hope you arrive in a place that you truly enjoy and we can share in it with you.

Best Regards, Roger
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

omnia says:

hi tim - i agree sometimes flickr fosters a competitive spirit that isn't fun. It may have to do with the views/faves figures which attach a "value" to a photo that then somehow becomes linked to your ego, or wanting comments or something ...

i sometimes have felt too daunted to upload and feel stupid looking at some of my earlier photos

but when that happens, i remind myself flickr is about sharing photos with other people and not about making the BEST photo or getting the MOST views or comments etc. I try to upload photos i know are nothing amazing, if i like them :) that is, forget the "audience" and bring it back to my experience

flickr is positive for learning, but i try to ignore the part of it to do with competition. Everyone can improve, the main thing is to enjoy what you do (and by the way, your photos are pretty awesome)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

cindylu says:

I almost always enjoy your images and really don't know how you can put up with the negativity of the deleteme group *shudders*.

More importantly though, this looks to me like a reincarnation of the Flying Spaghetti Monster.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

freemysoul says:

An awesome picture ...

The first time i visit here ..
but I'm glad I did!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and thanks to for their reactions ..
Sometimes I have similar thoughts and I'm grateful to learn other peoples views here!!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Jeannot7 says:

Tim,
I totally understand where you are at and share some of your feelings about Flickr.
I am happy for you that you have made some plans to fix what you see as wrong for you and hope that all falls into place as planned.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

tawfique says:

amazing!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

tejana says:

I love this image.

I love the images you share and wish you could appreciate them as much as I do. If pulling back allows you to share your amazingness with those around you and to recharge and recenter... that's for the best. Our loss, an immeasurable gain for you and yours.

I'll miss your positiveness and your wonderful spirit and will welcome your return.

Farewell, friend.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

kagoo_bythesea says:

Beautiful colours, original and interesting. Abit tightly cropped perhaps as I feel that I want to see more, but at the same time it forces me to focus on the mouth of the anemone (sic).

-voted as "saveme" (from the Delete me! group)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Creativity+ Timothy K Hamilton says:

Forget the rant. Just look at the photo. . .
@Jeanie Ow - No tripod, not allowed. Pressed camera against glass. . .all ambient light.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Luh Ayu says:

Doubt... The colors are so appealing,defenatly a save me for that. But the first time I looked at this picture I felt like Caroline..I would like to see more of the tentakels, and full size, it could be sharper, but I think thats the handicap of the camera you use?

But after coming back to check out agai and again, the colors win it for me so...

-voted as "saveme4" (from the Delete me! group)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Hans Speijer says:

Not sure about the dust on the thingy.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Tsoule [deleted] says:

tim. i,too, am tim. and i agree with your thoughts. i won't vote. i like your picture.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

MissPasta says:

Tim, I'm feeling just the same about flickr. I have lots of pictures that I like for myself but I am selecting more and more about sharing them or not. It's strange enough because flickr shoud be a place to share different points of view and not a place for competitions. I like your photos and hope you will share them just like YOU like!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Digital Blue says:

Have to agree. Especially in deleteme. The place is just supposed to be a game but all too often you pick up a real sence of frustraition. Your shots do improve and if you weather the storm your sence of what's good and what's bad develops until the point where you put your own opinion above the critquers.

Remeber to look at the reviewer's pics when you get comments you don't like. Their style of photography may not be where you are wanting to go. If that's so, ignore their comments because they don't apply to you.

I like the shot by the way. The contrast is a bit low but it doesn't hurt the image.

-voted as "saveme7" (from the Delete me! group)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

EricBartholemew says:

I spend far too much time on Flickr, and it was perceptive comments of yours, with a convincing alternative take on others' photos that helped get me hooked. Thank you for that, and don't stop doing it ! :)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Creativity+ Timothy K Hamilton says:

Oh, NOOOOOOOOooooo! I helped feed someone else's addiction!!
Sorry djlee!!! (This is a comment about your comment on my comments. . . Thanks!)
=^D
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

SolarTempest says:

This just doesn't interest me.
I like anemones, but this is a straight on shot with nothing particularly creative about it.

Maybe if the anemone was stinging a fish, this would be much more interesting.

-voted as "deleteme6" (from Deleteme! group)
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

porcelain duck says:

creativity+
I've only been using flickr for a few days and I can totally see where you are coming from. As a novice i think it is good for me and others as it offers a world of new perspectives...not to mantion ANY feedback is cool :P I just came to comment on your pic because i think it's excellent, you have a lot of great stuff...insanely good, really. I think it may be somewhat natural to be harder on your work as time goes on especially when you have so many photos. Myself, i'd like to have more than 3 sets but i'm weary of even purchasing a pro account :P
I agree with omnia's comment about attaching a "value" to a photo...but when it comes down to it your favourite may not be everyone elses...anyway, great pics and great thoughts.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

N. Mexico says:

This is simply amazing! Love it!
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

cameralucida says:

Great shot !
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Mr. Greenjeans says:

Geeze, Tim, I think you touched a nerve here!! It seems that a LOT of people (including me) are suffering from the same feelings.
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

freemysoul says:

Admins fave
C & C M P Group
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PsychoJr says:

this is absolutly amazing !
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

Jennifer Esperanza {Mahita} says:

DeAr TiM... thank you for your words. I love Flickr but I am a very busy person/mom so I feel the same way.
Being on Flickr has given me hope because of all the beautiful visual expression from all over the world. It does take up so much of my time...

I may soon take a break also.
MuCh LoVe, JeNnIfEr
Posted 50 months ago. ( permalink )

ThePhoenix101 says:

A Big Fave
Please add this to www.flickr.com/groups/bigfave
Posted 40 months ago. ( permalink )

carloszolrak says:

I read your comentary is clear and certain real.
I can bring this comment at our society, we are in a competitive race for full our egos. ( ohh I hope you can understand me , my english is no so good)
Well, i think here like in others part we see diversity of juices for evaluate a image.
And the wealth of thissite ( flickr) is the same diversity.

Like example your photos, captured in this case the enourmous power and beauty of nature.

The same nature that we have destroyed in this race for who can be the more rich or more powerfull of this planet.
Our style of life is expensive and imposible of substein in time.
Why?
Simple , the earth is one and finite, our population grows and it grows,
our consume grows and it grows.
Not is necesary be a math genius for think about this.

Really esplendid life in your great picture, thas incredible the ways of life.
And I congrats for your sincerelly words

thanks
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

renodesigner says:

the organic soft shapes are incredible to me.....I'm drawn to reach through my computer screen and feel this
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

schwede123 says:

Beautiful-...............

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Posted 27 months ago. ( permalink )

jeweledlion says:

Just watched your slideshow. Amazing! Not going to ask for my money back.

You're so talented. I hope you keep posting.

I'm not a photographer (yet). I just have a snapshot camera and mostly take vacation photos. I use Flickr to share my photos with my friends and family all over the globe.

Sometimes I feel like I don't belong here because of all the "real" photographers - but that's my problem. Im going to continue to share my not so great photos.

From looking at all the great photos on this site I have become inspired to really explore photography as a hobby. Just need to save up for a better camera and maybe take a class and then I'm off and running.

Please keep inspiring us.

Oh - and this photo is so beautiful and exotic.
Posted 27 months ago. ( permalink )

SF Lights [deleted] says:

Hi, we'd like to have your photo added to the group Almost!!.

(For photos with eight or nine saves that didn't make the safe - We will be holding weekly contests for the best not-good-enough photo as well.)
Posted 24 months ago. ( permalink )

A.M.G. Photography says:

awesome, check out mine when you get a chance. I took mine in a tide pool though.
Posted 24 months ago. ( permalink )

Sheera :) says:

very great details !!
Posted 22 months ago. ( permalink )

embracingextraordinary says:

stunning!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

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