beth_creswell

yeah, ditch the ratings. i see why plenty of people want them, but i

think those have more to do with finding 'good' photos and photogs (a

function of contests) than with learning, sharing, discussing, or

questioning (a function of web communities). i am a huge fan of mark

meyers' suggestion about introducing a feature through which i might

see what shots/photogs another member recommends. i am far more

interested in having shots recommended to me by members whose opinion

i respect than in seeing what the general masses (obviously including

the fakes and jerks) rate highest. maybe you could choose a panel of

respected members or guest judges each week to choose some

particularly good shots or portfolios to serve the function that the

top-rated photogs list serves now. good luck and i look forward to

hearing your decisions. * b