[QUOTE=Ronnoco]
Quote Originally Posted by adina
Not everyone has the goals of being in a magazine or a gallery. Some people just enjoy photography. Both serious professionals and those just starting out should be able to post photos and contribute to discussions without being told their opinion is wrong.QUOTE]

Let's get back on track and quite changing the topic. You have not said that you disagree with my points about the integration of emotion with technique and composition.

Ronnoco
I don't disagree. As a general guide, learning the techniques and rules can only help. However, as was stated previously, by many others, sometimes the emotional impact overrides the technical flaws. Sometimes a technically imperfect photo works.

What I don't agree with is the absolute that a photo must be technically perfect to be considered successful. And I don't agree that someone who is very strong technically will always produce masterpieces.

Anyone can learn the rules and techniques. It's all there in books and online. It's the emotion you put into your photographs that sets them apart from someone elses.

And I said that all with no negative remarks directed at any individuals or groups.