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deviantARTtimes July 5th, 2009

=deviantARTtimes:icondeviantARTtimes: reports, 1d 7h ago
Providing you with Community News, Deviant News and more: read about what's going on on deviantART, find links to important contests and happenings, or simply be entertained. We are the deviantARTtimes - dA's leading news source.
5 comments   Editorials  Last +fav: `guruubii

To cheeseburger or not to cheeseburger

*Halohid:iconHalohid: reports, July 3
Body types in the world of internet modeling and how to respond with respect and compassion.

All Deaths are Tragedies

*Silvaz:iconSilvaz: reports, July 1
All deaths are important, not just pop stars.

A Feminist Perspective on Questionable Images

*sick-snowangel:iconsick-snowangel: reports, July 1
Sex and sexuality in art are some of my favorite things, and certainly sometimes arousal is part of this, but more importantly, it is FAR MORE than about simple arousal, as porn is. One of my deviantart friends, :iconcypherthepanicartist: , said that art of a sexual nature can “ provoke thoughts about our dreams, fears, desires, and place in the world"...yes! Well done art that deals with sex exposes the soul of the subject or act in question, not just the naughty bits. I feel that any kind of work on this site that looks at sexuality in a thoughtful or artistic or critical or celebratory, etc. way is certainly appropriate content for an art site, because, of course, this work is actually ART.

So You Want (to) Critique.

=KneelingGlory:iconKneelingGlory: reports, July 2
Here is a two-fold guide for deviants wishing to receive critique as well as deviants who want to give constructive critiques.

Hate Mary Sues? Don't we all! (Part Two)

=dantesgirl:icondantesgirl: reports, June 29
A continuation of my unexpectedly-popular guide on Mary Sue prevention. In this Part, I will be critiquing a notoriously bad fanfiction - My Immortal. Thank you all for your current support!

deviantARTtimes June 28th, 2009

=deviantARTtimes:icondeviantARTtimes: reports, June 28
Providing you with Community News, Deviant News and more: read about what's going on on deviantART, find links to important contests and happenings, or simply be entertained. We are the deviantARTtimes - dA's leading news source.

30+ Coolest Business Cards to Inspire You

=M-PlayC3ll:iconM-PlayC3ll: reports, June 26
Always when you introduce your company it is fact the use of your business card. You want the primary feeling that is left with your client to convey the image and personality of your business to be a positive one. Here is the list of collection 30+ coolest business cards to inspire you.

Misunderstood: The True Story of "Scary" Animals

=Flame-of-the-Phoenix:iconFlame-of-the-Phoenix: reports, June 26
** Part of my ongoing series of the Misunderstood. **

This article features: Scary Animals

Here you will find:
- features of numerous talented artists, from many forms of art
- fast, fun facts
- hopefully a new take on some animals society condemns and fears

Features that Need your Attention

=lady-symphonia:iconlady-symphonia: reports, June 25
request feature photography digital art

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deviantARTtimes July 5th, 2009

=deviantARTtimes:icondeviantARTtimes: reports, 1d 7h ago
Providing you with Community News, Deviant News and more: read about what's going on on deviantART, find links to important contests and happenings, or simply be entertained. We are the deviantARTtimes - dA's leading news source.
5 comments   Editorials  Last +fav: `guruubii

To cheeseburger or not to cheeseburger

*Halohid:iconHalohid: reports, July 3
Body types in the world of internet modeling and how to respond with respect and compassion.

So You Want (to) Critique.

=KneelingGlory:iconKneelingGlory: reports, July 2
Here is a two-fold guide for deviants wishing to receive critique as well as deviants who want to give constructive critiques.

A Feminist Perspective on Questionable Images

*sick-snowangel:iconsick-snowangel: reports, July 1
Sex and sexuality in art are some of my favorite things, and certainly sometimes arousal is part of this, but more importantly, it is FAR MORE than about simple arousal, as porn is. One of my deviantart friends, :iconcypherthepanicartist: , said that art of a sexual nature can “ provoke thoughts about our dreams, fears, desires, and place in the world"...yes! Well done art that deals with sex exposes the soul of the subject or act in question, not just the naughty bits. I feel that any kind of work on this site that looks at sexuality in a thoughtful or artistic or critical or celebratory, etc. way is certainly appropriate content for an art site, because, of course, this work is actually ART.

All Deaths are Tragedies

*Silvaz:iconSilvaz: reports, July 1
All deaths are important, not just pop stars.

What Is An "Original Post" (OP)?</

*DAPoliticalForum:iconDAPoliticalForum: reports, 1d 12h ago
:star: In the simplest terms, an OP, or Topic Thread, is a report of someone's actions, an issue, or of an event, which has not been previously reported, and which interests or affects significant segments of the Forum audience.

PanoramaClub June 2009 Submissions

=PanoramaClub:iconPanoramaClub: reports, July 1
PanoramaClub's June 2009 Submissions
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Realms of Fantasy and Myth: Week 9 Special Edition

*ladyarah:iconladyarah: reports, June 30
Realms of Fantasy and Myth: Week 9 Special Edition - Talent Becomes Legend
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The Art of Critiquing

=loqutor:iconloqutor: reports, June 30
In light of recent events, I give my views on what a critique should or should not be.

Undiscovered, Vol. 2

=roguequeen:iconroguequeen: reports, 2d 8h ago
A weekly feature of an undiscovered artist.

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Photograhy Chatrooms...is there a war coming?

~dragonphenx:icondragonphenx: reports, March 17, 2008
Wow! Search the chatrooms for photography and you find that there are over 11 with more than 2 people in them. There are big ones like iPhotography to small ones like mine, dAmnPhotography. So how does anyone choose between so many? Well, i guess that depends on your needs out of the chatroom.

Now, I know it does look seriously suspicious that I am the owner of a photography chatroom and I am writing this, but as an owner and a once searching for a good chatroom, I have learned a few things I would like to share.

Needs from a chatroom are typically all rolled up into "I want to chat with others and it would be cool if we could occationally talk about photography." That is what I was looking for. But, before you go for only that, ask yourself, truely, what am I looking for.

If you are looking for a good chatsite where you can submit your work for an honest critique of your work, you might not find it on a chatsite that advertises for the biggest or most people. There you might get too many people chatting to care to take a look at your work. I am not saying they wouldn't, just that they might not. Critiquing style may also be a concern to you if that is what you are seaking. Some chatroom critique differently than others.

If you are looking for a chatroom with finding a place to chat about your new purchase of a Nikon and wanting information on which model is better for what, then, obviously, you don't want to be in one that has few chatters. You might look for one with an "expert" on those issues or hit the forums.

With so many chatrooms, how do you pick? I recommend that you go to each one in turn and visit them. Are the greetings friendly? Does anyone notice you right away? Are the chatters knowlegeable for what you need. Are the critiques what you thought they should be? How do you feel about your overall experience in that chatroom. One or two will probably call out to you. Stick with them if you find your needs. Loyalty is a driving force for chatrooms, but also remember that you can change any time you want. It isn't like there aren't anymore.

So, how do you pick a good photography chatroom? I say, go visit each one, ask questions, hang out and then try another until you find one that best fits your needs and your style! Good luck.

dragonphenx
dAmnPhotography

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=wizfrikiman:iconwizfrikiman: Mar 17, 2008, 2:04:02 PM
I personally find the whole deviantART-chatroom-searching thing very tiring and confusing. Good luck with your dAmnPhotography channel, it sounds promising. Keep it up and running!

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