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8 Years Ago
Welcome To Our Family.
The rules? No rules; just an expectation that we all "do unto others." In other words, if you want others to promote your work, you should do the same for them. Those of us who take a full part in promoting ourselves and others try to do so for a 24 hour period or longer if possible. That includes opening the Big Skip and promoting the images in there too.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND HOW WE DO THINGS HERE:
Please use the URL for your image postings, rather than the copy and paste code. Posting the photo itself, rather than a link will make it difficult for people who don't have high speed internet, as well it might cause people to skip over your post without promoting.
Only 1 image is allowed per day (within a 24 hour period), both in this discussion and in the group.
There is NO contest vote solicitation allowed on the discussion boards.
If you are posting nudes, or other questionable images, please post a warning notice with your link. There are children here, as well as adults who choose not to look at that type of image.
Please do not post links from your pixels.com account or any other FAA mirror site. It tends to create problems for some people and most will skip those links.
ABSOLUTELY NO images of nudity, death, cruelty or violence of any kind on the main board, where you have no ability to post a warning.
Finally, JUST HAVE FUN!! This is an incredible group of people who will make you feel welcome from your first post!!
TO ALL NEWCOMERS: I realize that some of you are so new to not only the group, but to FAA, that I thought perhaps a little clarification is in order. I'm sure you've noticed that while we can't require anyone to vote/like anyone elses work, we do tend to treat people the way people treat others. But I also realized that you may not have a clue what we're talking about, so........... to "like" someone's work, you click on their blue link, which opens up that particular piece. In the upper right corner, you'll see a few little icons. One is a thumbs up, which is what you press to "like/vote" for that piece of art. Most of us here press that whether we love the work or not. It's how we help each other to move up in the FAA search standings (even though FAA now says it doesn't count for very much, but that's now past history and it is what it is). That's all we ask of you. Should you choose to do so however, you can also click on the little heart (which is to add a work to your own "favorites" list), and you'll also find buttons for the various social media sites if the artist chooses to activate any or all of those buttons. These are the ways we promote each other. You may also choose to vote/like your own submissions. It's perfectly acceptable to do so.
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8 Years Ago
Hi 103!
(((HUGS))) Anne - sure it'll work out with Cole!
Hope everyone is having a nice weekend!
Just found a box of calendars outside - Motivation, Inspiration, New England Lighthouses and Florida - all with my photos on them. Found one of them at Staples yesterday and was wondering when the publisher would be sending them along. I've been working on finding more calendar publishers - it's a lot of work but very rewarding to see my work being used. One of them is of the beach in Florida near where my mother used to live (she had to move back to the Northeast two years ago for health reasons) so I'm excited to be able to give one to her. Thank goodness licensing is working better for me than print sales! This group is doing so nicely with sales though so hoping the sales fairy visits more of us here too :)
8 Years Ago
All caught up, tho it didn't take that long.
Ellen, glad you are feeling better.
Cathy, prayers for your dad.
Lins,happy to hear your mum is feeling better.
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John ... love the old car ....
Lingfei, nice memorial to a special man!
From #102
Bill I am glad your wife has something to do besdies pack, it is so wearing doing that! (especially when you are off enjoying yourself)
Cathy sending blessings and healing thoughts for your Dad, I hope all goes well. Sending your hugs. The weather sure is being contrary for you!
Kim I hope you had a good walk.
Anne it would be awe inspiring to walk in the steps of the master!~
Judy I understand what you mean now ... I think though even though it is horrific I guess it is the only way to get the information they need. Sending you blessings to get through it ...
Lins I am glad you mother soounds a bit better.
Glad you are getting a bit betterer Ellen, even if you are not 100% yet :) Your grands keep you busy!
passing tissues Marianne, well done! I have to admit that I have had some xmas stuff selling on the stock sites already ... so yes holiday planning is well under way!
Terri I am still trying to navigate RB as well, I am sure we will get there.
Anne I am glad you are getting to know you neighbours. I sure hope that things work out with Cole
Hello #103
Matrianne cool on having the calenders, as for sales, it is interesting to see where we all end up getting sales. Wat works for some of us doesn';t work for others. It all takes time and energy to keep on top of it all.
Back later to share ... (if the net will let me lol)
Have a great weekend everyone :)
downunder Sunday AM
8 Years Ago
Hi Sarah and Wendy.
Wendy, I did thank you. Walked almost 5 miles. my legs felt like jello when I got done. They gave out free water along the way, I think I drank 8 bottles or more while walking.
8 Years Ago
Only had time for likes and favs for everyone.
Wendy- About EMG's- they aren't actually looking at or for your reaction. They look for your body's reaction- they look at electrical signals in the muscles. The test can reveal nerve dysfunction, muscle dysfunction, or problems with nerve-to-muscle signal transmission. If it were about a patient's reaction, the test would never work on those who've already had it because they'd know what to expect and results would be tainted. Prayers and best wishes that yours yields helpful information and isn't too painful.
Cathy- Prayers and healing thoughts for your father, and you.
Lins- Good to hear your mum is doing a bit better!
Ellen- Glad you, too, are on the mend!
Anne- Hoping to read this time tomorrow that things worked out with Cole.
Marianne- I'm happy for you that licensing is working out so well. I bet the calendars look amazing!
PENCIL
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/hullabaloo-phyllis-taylor.html
Cathy.....keeping your father in my prayers.
Ellen......happy to know you are on the mend.....don't overdo.
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/winter-cardinal-sarah-batalka.html
Thanks for your support!
8 Years Ago
Just dropped in quickly to say thank you to my friends. You are my good luck charms!!! It is hard to believe that after being raining all day , watching the tent, draining water, wiping down art, covering, uncovering, super bad hair day, cold and wet, I had my biggest sales ever in one day. Sold three small originals, and about ten nice size prints, 2 flat prints matted and a couple of packages of cards!
Hugs to those that need it. Catch up later tonight I hope.
Tissues for sales
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Jan, glad to hear your day went ended so well for you. Passing a carton of tissues your way.
Off to read. Have a good night all.
8 Years Ago
Finished here and heading back to #102. Thanks all for the wonderful support! So I got a sale from someone who knows me from junior high! You just never know...
http://fineartamerica.com/saleannouncement.html?id=0823042e859b90bf39fa036a9af7813a
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/haunting-renee-sullivan.html
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/macaw-profile-john-telfer.html
all caught up
going back to finish Thread #102
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Way to go Jan!! Now don't you go getting sick on us again, hear? Get you some Bailey's and get under the nice warm covers.
8 Years Ago
Waving to Anne! (((((((((hugs)))))))). I know you're frustrated, what's meant to be will be! Still holding out hope this match is meant to be!
Been lazing and reading! Only got to see my city daughter for about and hour - the normal 2 hr drive up took her 41/2 hrs .she made it for the last 1/2 hr of the party then brought all the kids home, so their mom could drop off a few kids she'd promised to and go running to her husbands family- His dad passed away totally unexpectedly while they were at the party. What a day for them!
Jan glad it was a good sales day! Now stay out of the rain!!!!!!!!!!!! No more being sick!
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http://fineartamerica.com/featured/abstract-autumn-blaze-on-catskill-creek-ellen-levinson.html forgot to post earlier , sorry
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Goodbye #102 Hello #103...http://fineartamerica.com/featured/requiem-peony-lingfai-leung.html
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8 Years Ago
My image for Sat.
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/colors-of-yosemite-jamie-pham.html
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http://fineartamerica.com/featured/1938-packard-john-telfer.html
all caught up
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/pink-dahlia-angelina-sofronova.html
Hi everyone!
Have a great weekend! And one more round of my pink dahlia please)
8 Years Ago
Good evening from Southampton http://fineartamerica.com/featured/independence-of-the-seas-in-southampton-terri-waters.html
The other end of the building you saw yesterday. The start of our walking tour of mhy home town
Lew *hugs*
Wendy *lol* That'll stick
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http://fineartamerica.com/featured/moses-cone-manor-matt-plyler.html
MPmarksaturday
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http://fineartamerica.com/featured/behind-the-clouds-nancy-merkle.html
Thanks to everyone for sharing your work. Enjoyed the view!
8 Years Ago
Cathy- Best wishes for your computer!
Wendy- My drawings can take anywhere from 15- 60+ hours of draw time. Some have taken around 100 hours! Colored pencils (more than graphite) are a lot of work and require a lot of patience, but I love them. Thanks for asking!
Lins- You most certainly are an arteest! Missed you yesterday
Lew- Sorry for the loss of your friend
Kim- Congrats on your last Saturday! I hope it was a good day at work
May all those who are blocked (artistically!) become unblocked!
PENCIL
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/around-the-bend-1-mim-white.html
Nice work everyone
8 Years Ago
Not posting today - have to close up my family's summer place tomorrow then head out to Cape Cod to shoot photos for a calendar company and when I get back hoping to get into Manhattan for PhotoEXPO so I'll be mostly MIA all week but want to extend my condolences to Lew and just wish everyone a good week! (((HUGS))) for those who need them.
Sarah, your pencil drawings are simply amazing!
BTW my opening last night was wonderful - lots of people - the place was packed. Some friends surprised me there and saw some other people I hadn't seen in years since there were other artists who live in my hometown who'd invited folks so it was a really fun night. Then out to dinner with friends - got home after midnight exhausted. Spent today catching up on stuff around the house, clearing off my laptop so there is room for new photos, backing up stuff to my website, speaking with clients on other jobs I need to finish up when I get back so no time to post or promote today.
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/the-geometric-garden-in-black-and-white-phyllis-taylor.html
A black and white version of what I posted yesterday. Thanks to the request for this version. Sometimes I forget other options I have for photos.
Lew.....my sympathy on the death of your friend...(((hugs)))
8 Years Ago
Morning form downunder Lins :) Your are an arteest ... you just paint with pixels not a hairy stick! I know all about arteest blocks .... you will get over it!
Lew, sorry to hear of your friend passing.
Kim I am sure you will get over your block too! Awesome on not having to work Saturdays for at least a year.
Angelina you posted that again too soon, it wouldnt let me give it another vote yet.
lol Terri, sorry for renaming your cutey bunny. It is good to see your home town.
If Yazmin posted a pic I can't see it as the page is not loading properly :( Finally got to see it, Yazmin can you please post the link in future it is better for those who have slow connections.
Sarah, I guessed that it must have taen quite some time, you sure have more patience than me. It pays off in your beautiful work :)
Marianne you sure sound like you have a busy week ahead .. take care and dont forget to rest! I am glad the opening went well!
Phew 3rd attempt to post is a charm ... for some reason the page would not load properly for me.
downunder Sunday AM
8 Years Ago
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/lola-sarah-batalka.html
Almost forgot to post mine!
Thank you so much Marianne, Ellen, and Wendy!
Goodnight folks!
8 Years Ago
Went back a little over 24 hours. Thanks everyone!
Wilmington, North Carolina
http://fineartamerica.com/featured/brewery-and-boutique-in-black-and-white-greg-mimbs.html
