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« on: June 13, 2008, 13:20 »
....I thought I made it clear in my post: "Don't play dumb on this one...."
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
177
« on: June 13, 2008, 13:16 »
fotoKmyst,
I could use an extra hand on my team....however your not sarcastic, or or arrogant enough yet at this point in time .
Given some time and practice you might improve in which case I would review your posts and threads.
I do wish to point out though all kidding aside that you do make an excellent point.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
PS you too riffmax
178
« on: June 13, 2008, 12:50 »
All this talk on censorship in the various forums is senseless.
It's a business, not a state run democracy !
The scenario:
I am a young businessman with an established car dealership.
I display all the awards my franchise has won over the years along the walls of my show room.
In the snack area where the coffee and snack machines are is a cork bulletin board with letters
we have received from happy satisfied customers. You wander over and read them and you are
impressed by the amount of praise our dealership has received from former patrons.
The End
Do you not think that there have been complaints as well as praises? So where are the complaints
the customers have bothered to sit down and write so careful in choosing their words?
QUESTION
Why in the name of "Fairness" do the complaints display a conspicuous absence?
Don't play dumb on this one....you know the answer.
My second question is: Do you blame them for not posting them?
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
179
« on: June 13, 2008, 03:41 »
Gee now I hear you guys complaining you don't have enough sub sales at FT.
first you were complaining that you might get them, now I hear you complaining the numbers are too low.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
180
« on: June 12, 2008, 14:30 »
Well after this thread has been read 236 times I suspect I've gotten all the suggestions I'm gonna get.
It appears there is no guaranteed way to notify the reviewers, and I'll just live with it the best I can.
Thanks for everyone's kind and helpful response
(except for that one "WEENIE HEADED" numb skull)
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
181
« on: June 12, 2008, 14:15 »
Thanks Steve.
I do that now already.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
182
« on: June 12, 2008, 12:02 »
I recently tried that too!
For the digital stock exchange I placed:
"A mock digital readout of stocks made 100% in photoshop (designed & made entirely by the artist)"
in the description.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
183
« on: June 12, 2008, 11:14 »
"There are several newspapers called "The Daily News." The name must be trademarked by someone. "
Does that make any sense?
Several newspapers having the same name and it's trademarked or copyrighted by by one of them.
in actuality it is NOT. The one's that are, are preceded by the city they represent I.E. "New York Daily News".
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
184
« on: June 12, 2008, 03:07 »
What the heck is wrong with your stamps edges, I've never seen such a malformed mess of a stamp in my life
I was wearing the same glasses you were when you created this image I think!?!?  By the way I asked for some constructive help, not for some weenie brained comment like yours. Cranky MIZ The voice of reason
185
« on: June 11, 2008, 21:26 »
I would like to solicit some suggestions for informing reviewers that an image is not in fact copyrighted. DT and FT both have an area for notes to the reviewers when uploading, but others do not. The problem I run into is with the sites that don't have anyway to tell the reviewer that the image were designed and created my me in photoshop. In the past I have tried submitting property and model releases both indicating that the items were not real and that they were my own creation....but without success. below i submit to you an example of 3 small images that have been accepted on some sites, while rejected by others for copyright infringements.  This is a small sample, however I need to find a solution because these concept images are making up about 50% of my portfolio now. Thank you in advance for any constructive ideas. Cranky MIZ The voice of reason
186
« on: June 11, 2008, 13:33 »
Us microstockers are "Macro" wannabies.
We just get thrilled and excited when we get a payout.
we check our accounts about 15 times a day
we complain alot
we cry al ot
We get insulted if anyone is critical of our images.
We are a gang of nasty thugs.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
187
« on: June 10, 2008, 17:28 »
"I know that I need more patience in this business."
Wise words melastmohican. Now heed them!
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
188
« on: June 10, 2008, 17:17 »
Hey RT
I got you sniffing up my a** on every post I make, so I feel very comfortable right here thank you.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
189
« on: June 10, 2008, 14:49 »
But! The most deadliest, .....the most devastating and most awful of all is the SBD
No sound.....it's "Silent But Deadly"
IS is going to have a difficult time hiring REVIEWERS for their smell projects.
I certainly hope the reviewers of smell are prepared for this.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
190
« on: June 10, 2008, 14:01 »
My informant refuses to return my money but has said:
"Look MIZ I ain't returning your money!" "But here's something I'll throw in for the price."
"IS is working on technology to allow the upload and download of SMELLS"
OK you heard it first (again)
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
191
« on: June 10, 2008, 13:51 »
I'm gonna have to get back the money I paid my "Inside Contact" then!
Darn!
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
192
« on: June 10, 2008, 13:37 »
I have it on a reliable inside informant at IS that they are getting
ready to launch a new concept "Sound Clips"!
Yup! I swear this is the truth! It's due to take affect this September.
You heard it here first!
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
193
« on: June 10, 2008, 13:32 »
cphoto,
Are you, or the people involved with this rebellion responsible for the 1:4 rank ratio?
If so, what was it prior to you getting it changed?
Did you actually engage in dialect with the powers at FT?
If so what was discussed?
Are they willing to listen to your grievances?
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
194
« on: June 10, 2008, 08:39 »
"I predicted well! I got mine today aslo! Am I a genius or what?"
I vote that you are a genius. I believe it was your post RIGHT HERE that prompted FT to finally fork over all the money the owed us.
I think it was a wonderful thing you did for all of us, and for that I wish to extend my gratitude to you.
There will always be a place in my heart for you and the wonderful miracle you performed for all of us here on MSG.
Thank you from the bottom of my pocket book.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
195
« on: June 09, 2008, 18:29 »
Because I SUCK sooooooo bad at IS that I owe them money!
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
196
« on: June 09, 2008, 18:22 »
I was gonna buy a cup of coffee with all my sub's
when I counted them (All 2) it came to .54 cents....Starbucks is $2.11
I was screwed!
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
197
« on: June 09, 2008, 17:21 »
I would have to agree. The option to bow out gracefully from the sub's is an ideal solution for all the photographers.
However keep in mind that the pricing arrangements currently established are based on everyone participating.
You are forcing the management to restructure their business model, reset their
software variables and to perform other behind the scene hidden tasks.
In my years of playing in this game, this is a first time rebellion that has no equal.
I too am somewhat of a rebel, and admire your quest. Good luck.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
198
« on: June 09, 2008, 17:01 »
keep in mind this one important factor before you take any action:
Photographers are disposable, and can be replaced very easily.
What if any, are the consequences if FT fails, or refuses to negotiate?
How much time do they have to respond, if in fact they even acknowledge this petition at all?
How will you present this petition? How will photog's who wish to participate get their names on the petition?
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
199
« on: June 09, 2008, 12:58 »
Are fractals really art? Do they have a place in the stock industry?
My Opinion
Well if FRACTALS are art, then I say they have little or no place in stock. Traditionally stock has catered
to commercial applications, illustrations, blogs, websites, and advertisements. Art is generally applied to a more
cultural atmosphere. I hang art up on my walls in my home.
Now I realize that stock can also be art. I have a few concept images hanging up in my home also.
Movie posters, especially of the 1930 to 1950's era make for good art. And they might be the original stock concept images.
How are fractals created that are used in stock. I would have to guess but I think software. I downloaded one such program
and ran it. It produced some pretty interesting colors and designs. "ALL I DID WAS CLICK A BUTTON"
Other than that, making my very first fractals were so easy I didn't even have to read the instructions that came with the software!
My Conclusion:
99% of of fractals submitted to stock don't belong.
Fractals are a mathematical curiosity.
They are pretty unusual and lovely....like a butterfly.
Now
Those that agree step to the right - all others please face the wall.
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
200
« on: June 09, 2008, 10:57 »
So the subs on FT have been in effect for a while now.
I went to my "Credits" link to count up all the .27 cents I earned. I figure when I get enough, I'll treat myself to a Starbucks coffee.
Well don't cha know to my surprise I ain't gotta enuff to buy a even weekend newspaper!
Holy crap! Where are all the subs everyone's been talking about? I got a grand total of .54 cents! I feel cheated!
So, I got this great idea to come here and ask for contributions to my new "MIZ's Starbuck Coffee Fund"
Donate your subs to me if you can afford to. I've been trying to get subs but it just aint happening for me
What the heck am I doing wrong!?
Cranky MIZ
The voice of reason
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