Game Daily in December 2017

**Rondec** · 12-24-2017, 04:10 AM - **4 Likes**

My shot from the 22nd got explored...

Last edited by Rondec; 12-25-2017 at 03:31 AM.

**OzzRod** · 12-24-2017, 05:35 AM - **4 Likes**

Thank you all for Christmas Good Wishes. What a great group to be part of. @ Topsy - your musical reference is also totally appropriate, because I made it to Christmas Island. Late, due to an unscheduled refuelling at a mainland Air Force base, but made it. AND smart phones work (sort of), AND there's internet access. What more could a bloke want ?

So, I'll post for 23rd and 24th shortly and gradually catch up with comments etc. Have a great day tomorrow everyone!

**todd** · 12-24-2017, 10:06 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by OzzRod

Thank you all for Christmas Good Wishes. What a great group to be part of. @ Topsy - your musical reference is also totally appropriate, because I made it to Christmas Island. Late, due to an unscheduled refuelling at a mainland Air Force base, but made it. AND smart phones work (sort of), AND there's internet access. What more could a bloke want ?

So, I'll post for 23rd and 24th shortly and gradually catch up with comments etc. Have a great day tomorrow everyone!

Great news! I'll be home tonight and will start catching up too, and will get the January dic going. Merry Christmas to all!

**todd** · 12-24-2017, 06:29 PM - **1 Like**

Here's January Daily in January 2018 - discussion thread - PentaxForums.com

I'm interested in the feedback/suggestions for themes for January. I've been liking having them around. Themes sort of remind me of the experience of doing a SIC month, seeing things from same theme every day and gaining a deeper sense of connection with the theme. The familiarity with seeing and thinking 'red' for example grew from day to day, and having the theme for a week provided time to think of ideas and get to them later in the week when I didn't have time one day. I've found it challening to shake the current theme loose from my 'vision' when the next theme comes up...

On the other hand, sometimes I've wondered if seven days is a bit long to hold the same theme. I had the thought at one point during the month, "It's a daily challenge, so how about a daily theme?" To be clear, it was just a thought...

Probably too much for our chillaxed group to handle. That led to the thought, "What about something middle of the road and change the theme every three or four days?" I think if it were solely up to me, I'd stick with weekly for the easiness of it, but I guess what I'm saying is I could easily be persuaded into increased frequency of theme change.

dakight · 12-26-2017, 07:03 AM

Originally posted by todd

Here's January Daily in January 2018 - discussion thread - PentaxForums.com

I'm interested in the feedback/suggestions for themes for January. I've been liking having them around. Themes sort of remind me of the experience of doing a SIC month, seeing things from same theme every day and gaining a deeper sense of connection with the theme. The familiarity with seeing and thinking 'red' for example grew from day to day, and having the theme for a week provided time to think of ideas and get to them later in the week when I didn't have time one day. I've found it challening to shake the current theme loose from my 'vision' when the next theme comes up...

On the other hand, sometimes I've wondered if seven days is a bit long to hold the same theme. I had the thought at one point during the month, "It's a daily challenge, so how about a daily theme?" To be clear, it was just a thought...

Probably too much for our chillaxed group to handle. That led to the thought, "What about something middle of the road and change the theme every three or four days?" I think if it were solely up to me, I'd stick with weekly for the easiness of it, but I guess what I'm saying is I could easily be persuaded into increased frequency of theme change.

I personally liked the month-long theme last month. I didn't shoot black and white every day, but it made me more aware of the potential and possibilies of monochrome. Suggested themes? Perhaps bokeh, color themes, seasonal themes, light, night photography could all be considered. Members could be encouraged to post at least one theme related image each week. That way we would have a variety of thematic offerings but no one individual would have reason to feel overwhelmed. Just my thoughts on the subject... that and $3.75 will get you a latte at Starbucks.

**pepperberry farm** · 12-26-2017, 07:35 AM

I suggested a month of HDR and was pooh-pooh'd...

(:

**UncleVanya** · 12-26-2017, 08:00 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

I suggested a month of HDR and was pooh-pooh'd...

(:

And you expected something different!?!? Lol.

graeme83 · 12-26-2017, 11:41 AM - **1 Like**

Just popped in to wish you all a (slightly late) Merry Christmas!
I have been shooting the past few days but not had the time/inclination to post, I will do my best to catch up and finish out the month.

As for the themes, I think week long worked well. Gives you an oppurtunity to explore them but not feeling pressured to post on topic every day.

Just to update, I have now posted all my shots, commenting will have to wait as bed is calling.

**OzzRod** · 12-29-2017, 06:33 AM - **2 Likes**

52Project2018

Several DIC participants asked to be advised if a new themed weekly game was set up for 2018, following 52Project2016 and 52Project2017Macro.

Well it has and the details are here.

It's being co-ordinated by the same person as before (Phil Veater) and each Sunday evening UK time he will post the theme for the following week, during which time participants post one image. While the game is not specifically macro as in 2017, I guess macro images that relate to the theme would be fine. Each week there is a limit of two uploads. This is an extra incentive to take and post a picture each week - if you slack off or are sick, you need the extra one weekly upload to catch up. Miss a few and you're in trouble. So it's a mix of photographic fun and discipline. My only regret is that group interaction is not as strong as say Daily and Single In.

graeme83 · 12-29-2017, 11:56 AM - **1 Like**

Some sort of man flu has hit me, I'm out for the rest of the month. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to view and comment on my images.

**djb47** · 12-29-2017, 11:59 AM

Originally posted by graeme83

Some sort of man flu has hit me, I'm out for the rest of the month. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to view and comment on my images.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a happier and healthier New Year.

Topsy · 12-29-2017, 02:40 PM - **1 Like**

Unsure if I shall spam you guys with the photos I took in this half of the month or not... (I didn't check how many there are)

Hope you all had a pleasant Christmas!

**Rondec** · 01-02-2018, 07:37 AM

Originally posted by Topsy

Unsure if I shall spam you guys with the photos I took in this half of the month or not... (I didn't check how many there are)

Hope you all had a pleasant Christmas!

I know.

I was out of town for the last week and didn't really have time to process, much less upload photos I had taken.

12-26-2017, 11:41 AM - 1 Like	#128
graeme83 Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Cheshire Posts: 737	Just popped in to wish you all a (slightly late) Merry Christmas! I have been shooting the past few days but not had the time/inclination to post, I will do my best to catch up and finish out the month. As for the themes, I think week long worked well. Gives you an oppurtunity to explore them but not feeling pressured to post on topic every day. Just to update, I have now posted all my shots, commenting will have to wait as bed is calling. Last edited by graeme83; 12-26-2017 at 04:42 PM. Reason: Update

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12-24-2017, 04:10 AM - 4 Likes	#121
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	My shot from the 22nd got explored... Last edited by Rondec; 12-25-2017 at 03:31 AM.

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OzzRod Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Newcastle, N.S.W. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,322 Original Poster	Thank you all for Christmas Good Wishes. What a great group to be part of. @ Topsy - your musical reference is also totally appropriate, because I made it to Christmas Island. Late, due to an unscheduled refuelling at a mainland Air Force base, but made it. AND smart phones work (sort of), AND there's internet access. What more could a bloke want ? So, I'll post for 23rd and 24th shortly and gradually catch up with comments etc. Have a great day tomorrow everyone!

12-24-2017, 10:06 AM - 2 Likes	#123
todd Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,791	Originally posted by OzzRod Thank you all for Christmas Good Wishes. What a great group to be part of. @ Topsy - your musical reference is also totally appropriate, because I made it to Christmas Island. Late, due to an unscheduled refuelling at a mainland Air Force base, but made it. AND smart phones work (sort of), AND there's internet access. What more could a bloke want ? So, I'll post for 23rd and 24th shortly and gradually catch up with comments etc. Have a great day tomorrow everyone! Great news! I'll be home tonight and will start catching up too, and will get the January dic going. Merry Christmas to all!

12-24-2017, 06:29 PM - 1 Like	#124
todd Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,791	Here's January Daily in January 2018 - discussion thread - PentaxForums.com I'm interested in the feedback/suggestions for themes for January. I've been liking having them around. Themes sort of remind me of the experience of doing a SIC month, seeing things from same theme every day and gaining a deeper sense of connection with the theme. The familiarity with seeing and thinking 'red' for example grew from day to day, and having the theme for a week provided time to think of ideas and get to them later in the week when I didn't have time one day. I've found it challening to shake the current theme loose from my 'vision' when the next theme comes up... On the other hand, sometimes I've wondered if seven days is a bit long to hold the same theme. I had the thought at one point during the month, "It's a daily challenge, so how about a daily theme?" To be clear, it was just a thought... Probably too much for our chillaxed group to handle. That led to the thought, "What about something middle of the road and change the theme every three or four days?" I think if it were solely up to me, I'd stick with weekly for the easiness of it, but I guess what I'm saying is I could easily be persuaded into increased frequency of theme change.

12-26-2017, 07:03 AM	#125
dakight Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Phoenix, AZ Photos: Albums Posts: 1,216	Originally posted by todd Here's January Daily in January 2018 - discussion thread - PentaxForums.com I'm interested in the feedback/suggestions for themes for January. I've been liking having them around. Themes sort of remind me of the experience of doing a SIC month, seeing things from same theme every day and gaining a deeper sense of connection with the theme. The familiarity with seeing and thinking 'red' for example grew from day to day, and having the theme for a week provided time to think of ideas and get to them later in the week when I didn't have time one day. I've found it challening to shake the current theme loose from my 'vision' when the next theme comes up... On the other hand, sometimes I've wondered if seven days is a bit long to hold the same theme. I had the thought at one point during the month, "It's a daily challenge, so how about a daily theme?" To be clear, it was just a thought... Probably too much for our chillaxed group to handle. That led to the thought, "What about something middle of the road and change the theme every three or four days?" I think if it were solely up to me, I'd stick with weekly for the easiness of it, but I guess what I'm saying is I could easily be persuaded into increased frequency of theme change. I personally liked the month-long theme last month. I didn't shoot black and white every day, but it made me more aware of the potential and possibilies of monochrome. Suggested themes? Perhaps bokeh, color themes, seasonal themes, light, night photography could all be considered. Members could be encouraged to post at least one theme related image each week. That way we would have a variety of thematic offerings but no one individual would have reason to feel overwhelmed. Just my thoughts on the subject... that and $3.75 will get you a latte at Starbucks.

12-26-2017, 07:35 AM	#126
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,677	I suggested a month of HDR and was pooh-pooh'd... (:

12-26-2017, 08:00 AM - 1 Like	#127
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,401	Originally posted by pepperberry farm I suggested a month of HDR and was pooh-pooh'd... (: And you expected something different!?!? Lol.

12-29-2017, 06:33 AM - 2 Likes	#129
OzzRod Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Newcastle, N.S.W. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,322 Original Poster	52Project2018 Several DIC participants asked to be advised if a new themed weekly game was set up for 2018, following 52Project2016 and 52Project2017Macro. Well it has and the details are here. It's being co-ordinated by the same person as before (Phil Veater) and each Sunday evening UK time he will post the theme for the following week, during which time participants post one image. While the game is not specifically macro as in 2017, I guess macro images that relate to the theme would be fine. Each week there is a limit of two uploads. This is an extra incentive to take and post a picture each week - if you slack off or are sick, you need the extra one weekly upload to catch up. Miss a few and you're in trouble. So it's a mix of photographic fun and discipline. My only regret is that group interaction is not as strong as say Daily and Single In.

12-29-2017, 11:56 AM - 1 Like	#130
graeme83 Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Cheshire Posts: 737	Some sort of man flu has hit me, I'm out for the rest of the month. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to view and comment on my images.

12-29-2017, 11:59 AM	#131
djb47 Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Lenoir, NC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,560	Originally posted by graeme83 Some sort of man flu has hit me, I'm out for the rest of the month. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to view and comment on my images. Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a happier and healthier New Year.

12-29-2017, 02:40 PM - 1 Like	#132
Topsy Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 625	Unsure if I shall spam you guys with the photos I took in this half of the month or not... (I didn't check how many there are) Hope you all had a pleasant Christmas!

01-02-2018, 07:37 AM	#133
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Originally posted by Topsy Unsure if I shall spam you guys with the photos I took in this half of the month or not... (I didn't check how many there are) Hope you all had a pleasant Christmas! I know. I was out of town for the last week and didn't really have time to process, much less upload photos I had taken.