A Dedication In The Name of Creativity

Your have much soul and wisdom even in your words of critique............I've entered your lovely Hebrew words in my "Journal".............thankyou Pau........from my heaart.

You, I know would think much like me when it comes to 'salvaging' photos. When using painterly effects, there is no reason why we cannot at least try........Your very kind words (re dedication) are very appreciated...yet it was something I felt very inclined to do........thankyou so much.........sincerely Gail

A beautiful image and a beautiful message.

From the first time I received a critique from you, and from viewing your critiques on others' images, I sensed you were an honest man.....'baa baa - kaa kaa- poo ppo'ing " :-)) others has never entered my mind. The 7 rating is of course nice...but if you tell me you like an image..........that is enough for me....I am not going to win a contest or a 'Cruise' because of a Rating..........I can 'translate' your meaning.

 

Since my first experiences, I have come to know you as a sensitive and caring man with great depth of character. You are not ashamed to show how you feel....and are among those that are the first to share feelings that many would not. Appreciation of such qualities is second nature to me.....thankyou for the candor and honestywords your words of 'critique' often express.

 

All too often, we too quickly discard thingswe should not. Often people....without giving them a 'chance' or opportunity to prove their worth experience such peril. I have been guilty in the past of such inexcusable behaviour.........but thankfully, the 'error in my ways'.......and my own past experiences........have 'haunted me'....giving me the opportunity to asquire a much different 'mindset'.

 

I've made a 'folder' for images that I'm 'not so sure of'. I've named it......'Shadows of my Life". My own imperfections have made me give them the 'second chance,' that I did not have at a time when I needed it most.

 

You have been a good friend, one not without your own life experiences.... yet these have made your heart 'more accommodating'. I look upon you as one of God's 'little gifts' to me. In sharing your 'wisdom'......you've have helped shape a better person........and that is not 'baa baa, kaa kaa, pooing' you...........(by the way.......when I managed the Craft Department at a local White Rose(non longer exists).......I was required to work all departments......my 'baa baa.....' term came from getting on the 'mic' and calling out for however many bags of cattle and sheep manure " some customers required.....!" :-))) It kind of became a common term among a lot of us.

 

Do not ever change dear friend, I have a feeling Someone has much more for you to contribute, and in doing so...influencing and enriching many more lives....sincerely, Gail

I appreciate your kind words......for I know the lady behind them...(words not spoken without the heart speaking first).........thankyou so much, Gail

I had thought of contacting you first, but because of the tremendous input of creativity I've noticed in you of late, for some reason, .........I felt had much to do with you 'channeling that energy'......not all of us have that capability. One day, I hope I do.

 

Although becoming accustomed to such incidents, they are not ones that you wish to encounter on a yearly basis or especially while you are having a break.

 

Your experience there has never left my mind......from the moment I saw the 'words' on my 'homepage'.........all I could think about was you and your safety. Funny, if not for PN I'd never know you.........yet....I worried what kind of 'link' you would have with the outside world during that awful time...and if you would even have one at all.....who wouldn't want 'others praying for them at such a time'.

 

I did not wish to 'resserect' unpleasant memories..........yet I did want to 'acknowledge' the fact that so soon after 'living through such a time' you have managed for 'forge on' and immerse your innermost being in 'searching out and finding new and very commendable creative visions. I am a 'worrier'...........and so very thankful that you are still among us and sharing such lovley work with us all......sincerely, Gail ( forgive me, if I have done the wrong thing, for it was never my intention....sincerely, Gail)

Of course nothing you mentioned has upset me at all... I have very little family left , lost my mom this year and that was the last of the line I guess... I am a solitary traveler of the world and that to has its benefits and of course negatives... I do not let the event of negatives shape my life but rather focus on the goods and blessings provided to me by HIM (who shall have no name other than I am, that I am).

Therfore, to capture images like Kawaha Putih or the creatures of Sumatra or monkeys of Bali or the great wooden fleet of Indonesia all help me realize the great things there are to see.

 

Well again I do appreciate the support the thoughts and yes the prayers... I need all I can get.

 

Thanks so much my dear friend... MJ

I'm sorry to hear about your Mom....although I know that , just as you (I am) shall alwasy take care of me.....I have not lost a parent, and have no idea how I shall react or cope...yet I know life will go on. We do what we must do....and your images can be a testament to all you find wonderous,beautiful, and thankful for in life.

 

Wherever you journey, and call the next spot 'home'............ I hope for at lest some time...you have a peaceful existance. Your friends here although no close enough to sit and 'sip some coffee'........will make sure you are never alone...thankyou good friend...(I am...is I am)........Gail

 

 

Nice image, my dear friend!...Ciaomau!

This are flowers with my test. Beautiful color, fantastic pp. Excellent.Ed

Thankyou so much for your workds of kind critique...so very much appreciated......sincerely, Gail

Any time you grace my pages with your lovely words, I am humbled and honored....many thanks, Gail

Hi Gail...Not only is your undoubted photographic skills on show here but also your creative writing skills...ever thought of going into journalism?.....Regards

Another excellent treatment fon another excellent composition....brava! Maxa...and best regards

Hi' Gail, this is beautiful, and the p/p work is very well done 7/7 take care !!!

Wonderful image with superb post processing. Genuinely creative.7/7 and regards.

 

And the J in my name is not silent - pronounced as in Japan or Jam. Jayanti

Gail

 

A beautiful and emotional post. Many have commented on both your skills and your compassion and I can only second those comments. One day we will meet and hopefully I will experience them in person.

 

Beautiful Gail, just beautiful.

 

By the way I see you are in the top pages of the aesthetics category, well done.

 

My best regards, Bill

Gail:

 

I keep coming back to this image. Are you kidding me you have a feel and touch that is seldom seen. I can feel the emotion in it as I look.

As for you commentary. Any words I could say have been said already. You are so sweet and have touched so many.

 

Jill

An exquisite work of art, IMHO.

 

Regards,

 

-Ade

many thanks for you very kind words of critique...........so appreciated...and heartfelt.....thankyou...........Gail

I am truly humbled.............don't know what to say.............I still feel quite 'low on the ladder'.................but my words............they are from my heart.........Journalism.......I've thought of writing as many have said I should (maybe I can do verses for Hallmark!!)....knowing how you rate and how serious you are about Photography....as seen in your Biography, I realize you are not 'Bull......ing' me...............you have given me much to think about...Tony Hadely has said similar many times........much appreciation for your kind critique...and words that have warmed my heart...so sincerely, Gail (this is all so unexpected------I wrote about MJ because it was an experience I felt so very close to.....it was happening as I was editing a Photo.....I'm on the other side of the 'earth'.........and this talented, and sensitive man could be 'hurt' or worse'.............I had to write and post as the thoughts, haunted my 'every hour'............once again......much appreciation.............Gail

You are of 'like spirit'...........and your kindness speaks to my heart.....thankyou for your words and thoughts on this photo....sincerely, Gail

Wow Gail, excellent post treatment and great presentation! 7/7

I see your words, my mind and heart react.....and I am 'taken aback'............but not totally for you 'see me'........and I do hope we meet , our move date is moved up to Oct 7th..........and I feel like 'jello'..........but 'jiggling jello'............

 

Not often are you 'seen' by someone you have not met............yet our 'art' speaks...as do our words.......your's bring me much 'peace'.........inspiration........a feeling of being 'needed' in this 'little world of ours'............I don't always feel 'needed'.........but I look beyond that for there are so many others.........so many here who are not so much 'unlike' me.

 

We all have our insecurities......times of helplessness.....but we have our photos to 'dive into' and they build us up, as we in turn, shape them into hopefully something that pleases the 'eye' of another or 'uplifts' their spirits. If I can do that...then I feel worthwhile....it's like we are giving each ohter 'weekly' presents of beauty...that fill and lift the heart and spirit.............your words have done that for me many times Bill...I think it's been a communitcation of 'respect'..............and you've been teaching me to 'respect myself'.........and my work. Hey........I'm admitting my insecurities....it is not something I do often...........but I sense how you care........you are a rare individual....and your words have truly touched me.....at the most 'basic' level.......don't ever change Bill. I will be in touch...............Gail (PS where do I find the top pages of Aesthetics???confused)

I have felt long and hard about the moving words you posted................I am touched....humbled...........a 'trubute' I did out of 'sharing only the slightest portion of MJ's experience.....and it in itself, affecting my life......and experiencing 'life in the moment.........feeling helpless to help one"of ours" who may have needed aid in a land so far away............ashamed of the petty things I often complain about.............not nearly grateful enough for the 'freedoms' and safety I am able to experience.

 

Sure we have crime............but not violence like that. We exist in a place where we have the freedom to 'post pretty pictures'..............almost seems 'wrong'...........in a world going even more 'wrong'..................thankyou.......for coming to know me well enough to want to be 'counted as a 'friend'. I feel honored.

 

As for the words you posted.............if I can't print then off, I shall surely write them down and they will go in my Journal. Thankyou for caring enough to post them. You are as 'rare' as are your images............most sincerely, Gail