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Carlos Gomez didn't choose the thug life, the thug life chose him
April 21st, 2014Just in case you ignored Fox Sports, Fox Sports-1, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, the radio, WTMJ-4, Fox6, newspapers and the internet for the last twenty four hours you maybe missed this big news story: Carlos Gomez hit a triple and then the pitcher said something to him and then he got thrown out for starting a bench clearing brawl. He then did an interview where he stated "I'm not apologizing for nothing I did today. This is my job, I've been doing it for eight years like that. They know I play like that. It's not to disrespect nobody. So if they take it like that, they don't like it, that's fine, and I'm fine with it."
This whole thing inspired a discussion on whether or not Carlos Gomez is a thug and nothing quite captured the essence of the argument like HuskieNation TV who posted this video entitled "Carlos Gomez -Thug?" If that wasn't descriptive enough he added this: "Let me know what you guys think... Carlos Gomez...... he's a great player, but does he act like a thug much?"
Let's watch it. Actually don't. I will for you and then we'll find out if Carlos Gomez act like a thug much, together.
In his own way, HuskieNation TV captured the feelings of a nation. A HUSKIENation. He starts off by saying:
"Carlos Gomez. I mean, come on. From what I've seen he has to be one of the biggest thugs in the MLB."
Let's tackle this whole "thug" thing right off the bat. What is a thug? Dictionary.com defines thug as "a cruel or vicious ruffian, robber, or murderer." As far as I know he hasn't killed anyone (that was Braun, right?), nobody says ruffian anymore and the only thing Carlos Gomez steals is bases (yeah buddy, HIGH FIVE), so I think that this definition is out the window. We better go to a real dictionary website for this one, Urban Dictionary:
To be a true thug doesnt mean wearing "bling", listening to rap and
talking "black". Being a gangsta isnt superficial.. To be a true thug
means you havent had it good your whole life, and you intend to change
that, and get out of the ghetto if thats where you are, you do whats
right, you dont take shit from anyone, and stand up for your friends and
dont let them take shit from anyone! You dont have to be a
stereotypical "gangsta" to be a thug, a skater can be a thug, a nerd can
be a thug, a hick can be a thug, a prep can be a thug, and old ass man
can be a thug! So forget your stupid fucking stereotypes and thinking
that everybody has to fit into one group, and be labeled. And i'll tell
you what... Damn it feels good to be a gangster!
You know what? Let's just say thug means an athlete who gets in trouble that isn't white. I think that's what he was getting at anyway.
"You don't believe me? Go ahead, let's see. Check out... I at least know two of the fights. The fight against the Braves last year where both benches cleared and uhh.. the one yesterday with the Pirates. I don't really know what it was all about yesterday, I mean not yesterday, but the one with the Pirates. I'm guessing he was jaw-jacking got some people pissed off."
Two bench clearing brawls makes you a thug. By this notion, Pete Rose is John Wayne Gacy and Nolan Ryan is Pablo Escobar. Bench clearing brawls are apart of baseball. They are the baseball version of a hockey fight which is exactly as sad as that sounds. I'm really going to need some better proof on this whole thug thing, guy.
He then goes on to explain the Braves brawl because he actually saw that one.
"You hit a homerun and you wanna watch it? Go ahead. Stand there and watch it for a minute, but then you run. He was running he said some, um, bad things. And so some people got mad. What I thought funny, the pitcher was staring him down the whole way then Brian McCann came up wouldn't let him touch home plate, bla bla bla.
I just think Carlos Gomez is a thug."
Oh, okay, if you put it that way.
This is a classic argument technique, by the way. Lay out a bunch of facts that describe a situation where one person seems in the right, but then call them a name so that people know you are cool and the person you are talking about is bad. It's politics 101, bro.
"I mean, he started two bench clearing brawls in the past two years. I mean, he's a good player, but he's a thug. (laughs) He's just a thug. Let me know what you guys think. This is kind of short, don't have much information to go off of, I just think from what I've seen he's a thug. Let me know what you guys think in the comments."
What do I think? I think you're a fucking idiot.
But really, Carlos Gomez is just an emotional baseball player. It's what makes him good at baseball. He plays HARD and gets MAD at stuff and CARES how he and his team are doing. Classic thug behavior. He just wants to play and win and hey, screw you if you're being a dick. Is he the guy in the group who gets a little too upset and starts yelling "WHAT DID YOU SAY TO ME?!" Of course he is, but every team needs one of those. It's not "being a thug", it's having a personality.
Carlos Gomez never texted death threats to his wife, got charged with domestic abuse or threw firecrackers out of car window. He was a dick to someone playing baseball against him who was a dick to him first. That's it.
Shut up.
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I know this is probably a REALLY stupid n00b question and I should know better. But, I wanted to make sure: If I wanted to double a batch size of an extract recipe, I can just double the ingredients, right?
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"Never ascribe to malice that which can be adequately explained by incompetence." - Napoleon BonaparteAn intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend time with his fools. - Ernest HemingwayFermentation Cabinet●Adding Faucets to a Tower●DIY Hopback●Portable Kegerator
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Excellent. Thanks for the responses, everyone. I didn't know if there was anything special to consider re: hops utilization, sugar extraction, etc (for AG). Seemed like a no-brainer, but figured I'd ask rather than make a mistake on that much beer.

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Athletic Policy Manual
Several principles guide this program. They are based on the values and beliefs that the institution, coaching staff, and players use to guide our behavior. It is important that all team members understand and adhere to the values and principles that our program stands for.
These values can easily be remembered by the acronym PRIDE. By adhering to the team values and guiding principles we will all have PRIDE in ourselves, our program, and Thomas University.
All athletes face hills and valleys, both good times and bad. Men that achieve greatness are those that persist, the ones that have a "never say die" attitude and will not quit. Your character will be revealed when you are presented with adverse circumstances. Carry with you an undying will to be successful and you will persist.
Treat others as you would expect to be treated. Treat your teammates, coaches, support staff, fellow students, professors, TU employees, and members of the Thomasville Community with respect. Respect other people's possessions, thoughts and feelings.
Integrity means doing what you say you are going to do. Integrity also demands honesty, loyalty, and doing the right thing. When a person has integrity, his actions are congruent with his words and the image that he portrays. Most of all, integrity is tested when no one is watching. Be a man of integrity.
Discipline is the single most important attribute of a successful person, and a successful team. Discipline entails doing what you are supposed to do especially when you don't want to do it. Discipline is also making sacrifices and delaying personal gratification. Most importantly, discipline is self- control.
Your effort is one of the few things that you can control, and all that anyone can ask of you is that you try your best. Put forth your best effort in meetings, on the practice field, and on the game field. It is not an unreasonable expectation that you try your best.
Sportsmanship is the ability to accept graciously, winning and losing. It is the ability to know that life is made up of both successes and failures and to know that we must be able to deal with both.
Sportsmanship is that attitude which projects the opponent as an equal not as an enemy. Your rival is worthy of your respect and admiration.
Sportsmanship is the ability to recognize the talents and abilities of others, even when it means accepting the fact that someone else is more proficient than we are.
Sportsmanship is the courage it takes to play the game within the rules. It is the ability to accept the decision of the officials and the coach without demonstrating inappropriate behavior.
Sportsmanship allows the individual to be able to offer his hand in victory in order to console the opponent and to offer his hand in defeat in order to congratulate the opponent.
Take your responsibility to be a good sport in a very serious manner.
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.
Enjoy yourself and promote enjoyment for others.
Be responsible for your actions.
Have an open mind to others weaknesses and have a forgiving attitude.
Have pride in one's performance and one's school.
Be a friend, not an enemy, and create a positive environment.
Encourage others to do or be their best.
Sportsmanship should be contagious.
Remember it is a privilege to participate.
Practice sportsmanship in all situations at all cost.
Pride Do Your Best
Winning is not everything
Try to have fun
The play of the game is only a game
Play by the rules
Applaud when injured players get up
Congratulate opposing team
Help opponent up after a fall
Positive Mental Attitude
Spirit Friendly
Responsibility for Actions
Consideration of Others
All members of the Night Hawk Athletic Department are first and foremost students of Thomas University. It is our expectation that all players are interested in and committed to pursuing their education and earning a degree.One way to honor our teams and our University is for every player to contribute to an overall department GPA of 3.0. This is one of the major goals of our program and qualifies us to achieve the Academic All-American list.
It is for that reason the following rules apply:
1. Class attendance is mandatory.
2. Players missing class will be subject to disciplinary procedures.
3. The late return from road trips will not be an acceptable excuse for failure to attend class.
1. It is the responsibility of each player to inform their professor of any time that will be missed due to our game schedule.
2. Each player must communicate with the professor to receive instruction on making up any missed work before missing any class.
3. Participation on road trips is a privilege and is not expected to deter from academic progress.
Study hall is convened at the pleasure of each head coach. See your head coach about the particulars of study hall for your particular sport.
1. Progress reports will be issued by the coaches to each player every four weeks.
2. Each player is required to turn in their progress report to their head coach within one week of receiving it.
Any organization which strives to achieve excellence must implant in each member of the organization an expectation of what excellence looks like. It is our goal at Thomas University to have our athletes become winners on the field, in the classroom, and in the community. The following conduct expectations will be followed by all members of our team.
1. Players must understand that being a member of the Thomas University Night Hawks team is a privilege, not a right.
2. Because you are an athlete, many people (particularly young people) look up to you. Justify the pedestal they place you on.
3. Be polite and courteous to all persons who are trying to help you and support our program. Not only does this include our fans and spectators, but includes people working on campus, in the dorm, in the financial aid office, and most importantly, your professors. Your conduct on and off campus is well observed, as you are a soccer player. Project the image of gentlemen and ladies.
4. Be well groomed, neat and clean. This applies on and off campus.
1. Members of the Night Hawks teams are expected to show respect to their teammates, their coaches, and their University.
2. Players are never to speak negatively about their team, their coaches, or their school. This applies at practice, at games, on campus, or away from school. You never know who is listening to your conversation and the impression you are making.
3. Nothing good ever comes from team dissension. We play as a team, we win as a team, and we meet adversity as a team.
4. Each player is expected to conduct himself as an adult and address all negative issues to the right person, at the right time, in the right way.
5. Failure to show respect in the proper manner will result in the administration of disciplinary procedures.
1. Players and coaches should utilize appropriate and acceptable language at all times. This applies at practice, at games, on trips, and at all team functions.
2. We will adhere to the culture of the region in which our University is located. What is acceptable "at home" may not be acceptable in our community.
3. Loud, profane, excessive, and offensive language will not be tolerated.
4. Racial slurs between members of the same minority or cultural groups are viewed as offensive as racial slurs from members of different backgrounds and will not be accepted.
5. The NAIA has issued a zero tolerance policy in regards to language.
1. All players are expected to abide by the laws of the State of Georgia as it pertains to alcohol purchases and consumption.
2. Players who are of age are expected to follow a 48-hour drinking ban before games.
3. In an effort to maximize our performance and value to our teams, it is recommended that players refrain from alcohol during the season.
4. The rules regarding alcohol consumption will be governed by the individual coaches. Each team will have their own policy, but in no cases will underage drinking be tolerated.
1. All players must sign the Drug Free School Policy of Thomas University.
2. Players can be selected at any time for random drug testing in accordance with the policy.
3. Any player failing the test must submit to a counseling program. If players refuse counseling, they will be removed from the team.
4. Any player testing positive for a second time will be expelled.
Occasionally you will be asked to attend functions as a team, both on and off campus. These functions are designed to publicize our team and make it known in the community; provide entertainment for the players, and to present educational and cultural opportunities benefiting the overall development of the player as a person. From attending a cookout at the home of the University President to spending an afternoon at an amusement park, the following rules apply.
1. Team functions will be announced at practice / communicated via e-mail at least one week in advance. Whenever possible, effort will be made to place these events on the team calendar.
2. Attendance at all Team Functions is MANDATORY.
* Players who are unable to attend a team function due to illness, conflict with a job, or because they will not be in town must submit a request in writing to your head coach at least one day prior to the function.
* A request must be submitted for each Team Function that you will be unable to attend.
* An unexcused absence at an announced Team Function will result in disciplinary action.
3. Players are expected to arrive at least 15 minutes PRIOR to the designated starting time of the event.
4. TU Polo shirts, Khaki pants (long), belts, and shoes are to be worn to all events unless otherwise announced. Players are to be clean shaven and well groomed. Hats are not to be worn.
5. All players are expected to be on their best behavior during team functions. Represent the team with "class".
1. Knows the importance of BEING ON TIME.
2. Hard work in practice has taught him the value of regular hours and good training habits.
3. Has learned that the TEAM comes before himself. This strengthens his character as he is sometimes called upon to sacrifice for others.
4. Has learned to take orders; in taking orders he learns how to give them.
5. Knows discipline is the essence of every successful organization; as a member of the team, he understands the need for it.
6. Has learned that many of these things establish a degree of self-discipline.
Discipline will be administered in a progressive sequence characterized by "legal" terminology.
Ticket Players will perform physical conditioning at the discretion of the head coach.
Misdemeanor Players will be disciplined at the discretion of the coach, in consult with the Athletic Director. Game suspensions may be involved.
Felony Immediate suspension from all athletic-related activities. Length of suspension will determined by the Athletic Director, in consult with the head coach and Executive Vice-President.
Successive violations after the suspension will result in expulsion from the team.
Jail Time Players will receive a game suspension. The length (# of games) will be determined by the Head Coach, in consult with the Athletic Director. Players receiving a game suspension will be required to attend home games in street clothes unless prohibited by NAIA rules.
Death Penalty Players receiving the Death Penalty will be removed from the team.
In order to participate in Thomas University Athletics, each athlete must have primary insurance coverage that provides coverage for the entire school year. This insurance coverage must be a major medical plan, in either the athlete's name or the name of their parent/guardian, which covers that student in athletic competition. Each primary insurance coverage must have a maximum deductible of $1,000.00, with $500.00 being the preferred deductible amount.* Each athlete must provide proof of insurance coverage, a copy (front and back) of the insurance card for the athletic trainer, and general filing instructions/information. The insurance plan must include coverage for the following:
1. General Physician visits for athletic injuries
2. Specialist Visits & Treatments (Orthopedists, Cardiologists, etc.)
3. Diagnostic Tests (X-rays, MRIs, EKGs, etc.)
4. Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
5. Orthopedic Braces, Casts, Splints
If the athlete does not have primary insurance coverage meeting these standards, the Athletic Trainer will assist the athlete in obtaining a policy that meets these requirements. *
Thomas University will provide each athlete with a secondary insurance policy through Summit America. This plan will ONLY cover athletic injuries that occur while participating in Thomas University Athletics. It will NOT cover injuries that occur outside of practice or game competition, as well as not covering general medical conditions that are not related to athletics. This policy has a $250.00 deductible that is the responsibility of the athlete, which, once met, lasts for the entire year and any athletic injury the athlete might incur during that year. This policy provides 100% coverage for all athletic injuries, treatments, and possible surgeries up to the reasonable* costs of such treatment. As long as the injury occurs within the athletic year, the coverage will be provided to completion of treatment or until the policy maximum is met. Once the policy maximum ($25,000 per injury) has been reached, the athlete and\or their insurance company are responsible for the remainder of the bill. Please keep in mind that this would be an extremely rare circumstance, but it is possible.
In order for an athlete's claim to be filed with Thomas University's secondary insurance policy, there is a standard procedure that must be followed. All illnesses and athletic injuries must first be brought to the attention of the staff Athletic Trainer.* From that point, an evaluation will be completed and Athletic Trainer, along with the athlete, will make the decision for treatment and/or referral from that point forward. If Athletic Trainer deems an injury needs the evaluation and/or treatment of a physician, then the appointment will be made by the trainer with a team physician and coverage will be also be provided by the school's insurance plan. In the case of an HMO, the athlete may be sent to a physician in their covered network if necessary, but coverage will still be provided by the secondary insurance policy. If an appointment for an injury is made without the knowledge or pre-approval of the Athletic Trainer, the claim will NOT be filed with the school's insurance policy. With this, if an athlete deems a physician appointment necessary against the evaluation of the Athletic Trainer, the claim will NOT be filed with the school's insurance policy. In both of these situations, Thomas University will not be liable for any medical bills incurred by the athlete for these physician visits/treatments. For general illnesses, the athlete may use the general physician of their choice. However, it is recommended that the athlete use the University's general physical since it will be easier for the Athletic Trainer and Team Physician to work together, as well as timely appointments and possible write-offs on medical bills not covered by the primary insurance.
*All deductible expenses are the responsibility of the athlete.
*All expenses above standard medical rates or above Summit policy maximum are the responsibility of the athlete. However, this is not typical when used in conjunction with a quality primary insurance policy.
*If policy requirements are not met, the policy available will have a $500.00 deductible, be paid for by the athlete, and will need to be renewed in January with the deductible re-setting at that time.
Thomas University is not responsible for ANY medical bills incurred by the athlete that fall outside the scope of the policy provided by the University.
If at any point during the year the athlete is injured and the primary insurance is not in effect for any reason, the secondary insurance will not be filed, and the bill becomes the sole responsibility of the athlete. Further, when it is found that the primary insurance policy has lapsed, the athlete will be immediately prohibited from participating in any athletic activities.
Each athlete at Thomas University may or may not receive an athletic scholarship. The terms of this scholarship are laid out in the Athletic Scholarship and the Athletic Scholarship Summary. The terms of this agreement are at the discretion of the coach, and only what is written on these two forms will be honored. Oral agreements are not binding to the University in any way.
This part of the scholarship is paid only after the student has applied for and received all available grants, both state and federal. Any additional credit hours the student may take over and above the amount stated on the Athletic Scholarship Summary will be the sole responsibility of the student.
This cost may vary, due to lab courses or other mandatory class fees. The amount posted on the Athletic Scholarship will be the maximum amount paid, after all grants have been applied.
Any scholarship for meals will be applied in the following manner:
Half of the scholarship amount will be available at the beginning of the semester.
The remaining amount will be available after mid-term.
It is the athlete's responsibility to make sure they keep up with what is left in the account.
Housing scholarships are available only for the Thomas University Residence Hall. When the student arrives, they are responsible for any monies that are not covered in their scholarship. This must be paid in full in the Business Office before the student will be allowed to move into the Residence Hall.
Read your Athletic Scholarship and Athletic Scholarship Summary carefully before you sign it. Once it is signed, it is a binding agreement for the athlete and the University.
Other rules apply to the scholarship as well as those stated above. The renewal, reduction, or revocation of a scholarship is at the discretion of the coach. It is a one year contract, and in no way implies a four or five year commitment. Any violations of team, University, or NAIA policies can result in revocation of the scholarship.
If a student is injured during the course of athletic activities, their scholarship will still be in force for the remainder of the academic year. That athlete will still be required to perform any duties as assigned by the coach during the duration of their rehabilitation.
If an athlete chooses to quit their respective team, their scholarship is immediately revoked, and the athlete will be responsible for repaying their scholarship for that semester.
Participating in intercollegiate athletics at Thomas University is a privilege, not a right. It is expected that the athlete will fulfill all responsibilities to the University, and the institution will reciprocate.
Coaches Commitment
Having a successful program demands effort on both the part of the players and the part of the coaches. Our coaches are committed to putting forth the amount of effort necessary to win and to conducting themselves in a manner to which they can be held accountable to by their team.
1. We will have a positive regard for each individual player.
· We will recruit with honesty.
· We will become familiar with our players, their families, and background.
· We will become interested in our players both on the field and off the field.
2. We will be honest with each player.
· All players will know where they stand.
· Players will be informed of their strengths and their weaknesses.
· The dignity of every player will always be preserved.
3. We will communicate with our players.
· Our team will understand what they should expect of us as coaches.
· Our team will understand what we expect of them as players.
· We will be sensitive to their needs.
· We will have an open ear and provide time to listen to them.
4. We will be ourselves.
· We will demonstrate enthusiasm in all we do.
· We will follow the team rules as we expect them to do.
· We will allow our players to know us both as a coach and as a person.
5. We will let our players know what to expect in way of rules.
· We know that a team cannot function without discipline.
· We will be firm but fair – taking into consideration all situations are unique.
· We understand that the key to discipline is respect.
· We understand that the ability to mold a unified team takes a certain amount of conforming by all parties.
· We will be held accountable for our actions as we hold our players accountable for theirs.
6. We will make all decisions concerning our players the same way that we would make decisions concerning our own children.
Grievance Procedure
From time to time, situations may arise that require a player to seek resolution outside of the team. Whenever possible, the player should attempt to reconcile the situation within the framework of the team and its coaches. When this is not possible, the following procedures should be followed:
Athletic Director: The athlete's avenue will be the coach of their respective sport, but when further assistance is needed, the athlete will make an appointment with the Athletic Director. This meeting may be held in private, but the AD reserves the right to consult with the coach, and\or have the coach and/or Associate AD present at any meetings.
President: If, following the decision by the EVP, the athlete so chooses, he\she may appeal to the President of the University. The president will meet with the AD, EVP, and may choose to have the coach and\or player present. All decisions by the President will be final.
If any steps in the grievance procedure are missed, the complaint will become null and void. It is important to become familiar with this process to have your grievances addressed.
This procedure does not address issues related to academics or student life. For policies regarding academic or student life appeals, please see the Student Handbook.


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Members Overview
The San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the San Juan Islands, contracting with both San Juan County and the town of Friday Harbor. We work closely with the Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Island Chambers of Commerce who provide visitor information services at their locations.
Our mission is "To enhance the economic prosperity of San Juan County by promoting the San Juan Islands as a preferred, year-round travel destination, while respecting and sustaining the Islands' unique and diverse ecosystems, environments, lifestyles and cultures."
We are a membership organization and currently serve approximately 375 members on all four islands. If you are interested in membership please contact Carole Sue Conran at 378-9551 ext. 1. San Juan County lodging establishments collecting lodging tax receive a membership for $50. All others invest only $100 annually to receive the many benefits of membership.
For more information about the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau please review the documents included here:
- 2014 Semi-Annual Report
- 2013 Annual Report
- 2013 Semi-Annual Report
- History of the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau
For further information please contact a staff member:
Carole Sue Conran, Visitor/Membership Services Manager, info @ visitsanjuans.com, 360-378-9551 ext. 1
Shannon Borg, Marketing Coordinator, marketing @ visitsanjuans.com, 360-378-9548 ext. 7
Barbara Marrett, Communications/Stewardship Manager, barbara @ visitsanjuans.com, 360-378-6822 ext. 6
Deborah Hopkins-Buchanan, Executive/Marketing Director, deborah @ visitsanjuans.com, 360-378-3277 ext. 5
2014 Board of Directors:
President: Carl Silvernail, Otters Pond B&B, Orcas Island
Vice President: TBD
Treasurer: Anna Maria de Freitas, Coho Restaurant, Harrison House Suites, Tucker House Inn, Sunshine Suites, San Juan Island
Secretary & Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce Representative: Lia Noreen
Friday Harbor LTAC Representative: Laura Saccio, Bird Rock Hotel, Earthbox Inn & Spa, San Juan Island
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Representative: Lance Evans
San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Representative: Tom Kirschner
At-Large: Kristin Shea, The Bay, Lopez Island
At-Large: Susan Fletcher, Turtleback Farm Inn, Orcas Island
At-Large: Veronica San Martin, Orcas Events Rentals & Planning, Orcas Island
At-Large: Stephen Robins, Pelindaba Lavender, San Juan Island
Ex-Officio San Juan County Economic Development Council Representative: Marilyn Gresseth, San Juan Island
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dcforum-az-file-upload (6393) | High Risk |
DCForum could allow an attacker to upload files. A vulnerability in the hidden form field "az=" of the dcboard.cgi script in DCForum 2000 version 1 could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files on the Web server. By default, a remote attacker can upload arbitrary files on the Web server by setting the hidden form field from "az=" to "az=upload_file".
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Update the dcadmin.cgi, dcboard.cgi (other .cgi for pre DCF2K), dcforumlib.pl, and upload_file.pl (DCF2K and DCF6 only) as specified in the DCScripts Security Bulletin. See References.
As a workaround, patch dcboard.cgi to remove double dots and poison nulls.
- DCScripts Security Bulletin, March 31, 2001: All versions of DCForum.
- qDefense Advisory QDAV-5-2000-1: DCForum allows remote read/write/execute.
- BID-2611: DCForum AZ Field Remote Command Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2001-0437: upload_file.pl in DCForum 2000 1.0 allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files without authentication by setting the az parameter to upload_file.
- OSVDB ID: 3861: DCForum dcboard.cgi az Hidden Field Remote Execution
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- DCScripts DCForum 2000 1.0
Apr 16, 2001
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The 18th July is an auspicious day in history. On 18th July 1925 Adolf Hitler published Mein Kampf (My Struggle) which he wrote in prison following the Nazi Party's abortive coup against the Bavarian government. On 18th July 1936, the Spanish Civil War began which enabled Hitler to field test the weapons he would eventually use in 1938 against Czechoslovakia and Poland.But if those dates were too early for you, do you remember what you were doing in 1962? I was nine years old. I remember coming home from school one day and my mother calmly said, "the world nearly ended today". It had begun on October 16, 1962, when John F. Kennedy called together his closest advisers at the White House. Late the night before, the CIA had produced detailed photo intelligence identifying Soviet nuclear missile installations under construction on the island of Cuba, ninety miles off the Florida coast.
Secretary of Defence Robert McNamara outlined 3 possible courses of action: 1. "the political course". Openly approaching Castro, Khrushchev and allies to resolve the crisis diplomatically – an option unlikely to succeed; 2. "open surveillance" coupled with "a blockade against offensive weapons entering Cuba"; and 3. "military action directed against Cuba, starting with an air attack against the missiles."[1] Thankfully, President Kennedy chose the second option and authorised a naval blockade in international waters against Soviet ships carrying missile equipment. In the brinkmanship that followed during the next tense 13 days as the ships carrying the missiles drew closer to Cuba, it was the Russians who blinked first and backed down.
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The castle was rebuilt that is why the towers are different.
Rear part of the castle.
Going down into a well in one of the towers.
Water lifting mechanism.
Two soldiers used to be on duty by this large wooden wheel, they "ran" in it and the mechanism lifted a large wooden bucket of water.


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They are happy being unhappy. Why can't you just be happy for that?
AUSTRALIA JAPAN 3 – 1!!!! AUssie aussie Oi Oi Oi!!!! Ha japs suck the weiner!!
and vince is gay and Jen is totaly hot
oh and before i forget … first?
hmm come to think of it she dont look that hot in the foto and im second :(
Btw, I really am not happy that I was first. Now I am linked to all the other losers out there that relish being first on a fucking blog. Maybe Jen or Vince will become happy if they can get to be first in logging a comment on here.
Yawn. The superficial has old news. They don't update it as regularly as other sites, and the stuff they post is usually days older than other sites. I realize the people who run this site have a life, but geez! They basically cut and paste all their stuff anyway, and add in a few snarky comments. How long does that take? Perezhilton.com and TMZ.com has more stuff more often. Okay, enough bitching. I've gotten it out of my system.
Who sits in a hot stadium with a gigantic smile on their face? I think the writer's making something out of nothing here.
I know any time I'M forced to go attend a sporting event, I look bitter, too. I guess she just hates sports as much as I do.
BTW, is he preparing for a role as a garbage man?
Well, if I used to be banging Brad Pitt everynight and now had to wake up next to Vince Vaughn's ugly mug I think I would be looking quite bitter as well.
Is there anyway I can sue these two to get the money back I wasted paying to see the CrapFest that is "The Break-up?"
They are watching a game, they are concentrated on what is happening in front of them and why does everyone have the same hat?
It looks like they were argueing over who got to wear that stupid hat. They must have realized the people in front of them had them same one and decided against it.
Either that or she's upset that she still has to swallow to keep a man, and she has that nasty spunky taste in her mouth. He on the other hand looks exactly like someone who got head on the ride over.
#6, if this site sucks so much, why read it and take the time to post?
ps, I know the angle is different, but why is there a hot girl in teal behind vince vaughn in the 2nd shot, but the other two have the old lady in white?
they look like they're watching tom cruise and brad pitt fighting over who gets to eat baby shiloh's placenta…
I think they're cute together. I can't stand Brad Pity! I'd rather do Vince. Brad can keep Angelina and her stolen babies.
That's exactly what I was thinking. What an idiot. That's what I call a R-E-A-C-H.
Yeah, definitely. Trading 'Sexy Man-Hunk Extraordinaire' for the Pillsbury Dough Boy tends to make one slightly bitter. Or suicidal.
God, they have to be the world's most boring couple. They lack passion/chemistry, they seem like friends.
Is this a conspiracy?
Why are there different people sitting in the seats directly behind as shown in one of the three pictures?
Secret service? Aliens? Mulder / Scully?
Trust no one!
Maybe they're actually at an outdoor premier of the Breakup, because that's the face I was making when I saw it, only more vomit was coming out of my mouth. That's right, I threw up in my mouth a little bit. So what.
okay, I think the reason everyone's got the same damn chapeau is they were selling them at those little stands, even though they're not exactly team spirit-y, I guess the stadium figured that on a sunny day, people will flock to buy big ugly hats. that's my guess. man, I know the superficial is slow when the comments section is talking about hats, not skanks or ugly people. siiigh
I remember when this site was about getting sound medical advice from licensed professionals. Until that asshole "hawtdermatologist36DD" started making cracks about Paris Hilton on a VD thread, and now all we get is herpes jokes. If I was interested in that shit, I'd go to WebMD.
The photos were taken at the French Open, which explains quite a bit. The French make all of the spectators wear those stupid hats so the world will think the Frogs are "classy" and the stupid look on Vaughnifer's face is because they are watching tennis. As the good doctor will point out, watching tennis makes a person nauseous.
I'd be that unhappy also if I was forced to be seen with that hat wearing that guy…I mean that guy wearing that hat
Oh come on…..the Cubs are probably losing again.
Dr., can you tell me more about Jennifer's strange vertabrae?
You know what is getting old? People whining in the comments section about this site or any site for that matter feeling old to them.
Easy solution to your problem: Don't visit the site. It's all you have to do.
hawtdermatologist36DD, that sonovabitch!
screw you guys, i'd do vaughn over pitt anytime.
Actually I find Vince hot in a scruffy masculine kind of way. Vince stands on his own, doesn't need to bleach his locks golden to match Jen's, and I'm guessing he doesn't paint his toenails like the Bradster.
Okay I made that last part up, but it's possible. Brad looks the type.
Well, if someone dragged me in to watch some stupid ball game, I'd be bored, too. Not only that but making strange faces all the time. And asking when is this gonna be over between every two minutes. And whining how it's either too hot or too cold, I'm hungry or thirsty, I got to go pee, etc. Guys really like that. ;)
Okay, here's the truth!
While Brad, Angelina, Vince were shooting "Mr. & Mrs. Smith", one night Jennifer came over to the hotel for drinks. One thing lead to another and Brad paired up with Angelina and Jen with Vince.
It's that simply, people! I think their not happy because they got the short end of the stick…Wait, did Angie and Jen make out???
Tits come a dime a dozen nowadays. Back in my day I had to walk uphill ten miles in the snow for a nice set. Kids these days don't know how to appeciate a good rack. God damn kids and their cheap titties…
#25 Her spine is not designed to withstand the impact of human sexual contact, rather, to maximize skind contact in the shni area to exchange genetic information.
#32 I remember my grandmother telling me how during the Depression she had to knit her own implants out of old Sears catalogues and stuff them with dirt she'd saved over the years from cleaning rich people's mansions.
*shin. Shni was my grandmother's stripper name.
I think that was Anakin's mom's name.
*Gasp* You're related to Darth Vadar? Whooaahh….
Who cares if they aren't happy? They're higher beings; their happiness is none of our business.
Why DOES everybody have the same hat?
34 – My Grandmother's stripper name was Huckleberry Harlot. She could make jam upside down with her vagina. Back then they called that a "razzmatazz".
they're at a tennis tournament.. not a baseball game.
you're not suppose to be full of face paint holding up posters and screaming for your favorite player..
tennis is a totally different sport that takes concentration and stuff… if you've ever been to a tennis tournament then you'd know.. maybe they're being serious… maybe it's also really hot and lots of people are there..
who knows….
(ok bash me now for defending two actors I actually like)
#34 – That would make him Luke Skywalker, actually.
Okay, Jennifer Aniston is the most boring person on the planet and everyone is wondering why she looks that way? It's like asking why K-Fed walks like there's something up his ass ….
You're Luke Skywalker?
There, is that better, buzzkill?
I saw these pics on a site 3 days ago and she was laughing. He just left out the happy pics so they look miserable. Maybe they were watching the game..just a thought.
Jen's not happy because she realizes Friends was the pinnacle of her popularity and self-believed artistic prowess.
Vince isn't smiling because he was working his anal sphincter muscle to get it ready for the gangbang later and just sharded his tennis whites.
And that would STILL make him related to Darth Vadar. So mleh *sticks out tongue*
For what it's worth, none of the people in the background seem to be really happy to be alive, either.
This one is so easy:
They both are thinking the same thing-
I'ld rather be f'ing Brad Pitt than this lump os shi* next to me.
He's unhappy becuase her upper lip never moves.
She's unhappy because her upper lip never moves.
@36 I believe they sell those hats at Wimbledon. Prob make a killing too.
Somewhere in Asia is a small dank sweatshop filled with young school children just one sock away from naked furiously hand-weaving those fugly hats for rich Wimbledon watchers.
#1 [i've been busy elsewhere :)]
do you think they
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Could it be that they are just at a cubs game in this picture


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The NFC East featured one legitimate MVP candidate, two of top eight quarterbacks in the league, and five pro-bowlers. Even with the plethora of talent the division had, it lost more games than it won and only one team finished with more wins than loses. With players ranging from Eli Manning to Nick Foles, the NFC East has it all.
NFC East MVP: LeSean McCoy
LeSean McCoy led the NFL in rushing and all-purpose yards, and was the Eagles' top weapon on the offensive side of the ball. McCoy had seven 100 plus rushing yard games, four 50 plus receiving yard games, and eleven 115 plus all-purpose yard games. LeSean McCoy was simply magical this season and deserves heavy MVP consideration.
NFC East Offensive Player of the Year: Nick Foles
Foles was the NFL's highest rated passer, with a passer rating of 119.2, and was the biggest reason the Eagles found themselves atop the division at year's end even after their poor start. Foles posted unreal numbers, throwing 27 touchdowns to only 2 interceptions and throwing for over 2800 yards in just 10 starts.
NFC East Defensive Player of the Year: Antrel Rolle
Rolle was one of the only defensive bright spots from the NFC East in 2013. The captain of the division's best defense compiled 98 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 6 interceptions. Rolle also received the Thurman Munson award, which is awarded for not only great performance on the field, but great philanthropic work off the field as well.
NFC East Special Teams Player of the Year: Dan Bailey
Dan Bailey made 28 out of his 30 field goals this season, and had the 4th best make percentage in the NFL. Bailey improved his career long to 53 yards and knocked in a career high six 50 plus yarders on the season. Dan Bailey was always there for the Cowboys in crunch time and is earning a reputation as one of the most consistent clutch kickers in football.
NFC East Rookie of the Year: Travis Frederick
The Cowboys were heavily criticized for taking Frederick in the first round of the draft, but as soon as the season got under way Frederick quickly quieted the criticism with his dominant play. Frederick helped improve Dallas' offensive line drastically and was a big reason why DeMarco Murray led all active rushers in rushing yards per attempt. The Cowboys have found their center of the future.
NFC East Comeback Player of the Year: Terrell Thomas
Thomas tore his ACL for the third time in the 2012 preseason and missed the entire 2012 campaign. Thomas refused to give up on his career and became one of only two NFL players to play in an NFL game after three ACL tears. Thomas was awarded the NFC defensive player of the week in week eight of this season, only a year after he suffered his third ACL tear. In Thomas' comeback season he produced 67 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 1 interception.
NFC East Coach of the Year: Chip Kelly
With very little competition here, Chip Kelly wins this category by a landslide. Kelly took the NFL by the storm with his up tempo offense and led the Eagles to a 10-6 season, which is especially impressive considering the Eagles finished 4-12 under Andy Reid just a season ago. Chip Kelly and the Eagles have a very bright future in front of them.
NFC East Most Disappointing Player of the Year: Robert Griffin III
RGIII documented his comeback and even created the slogan, "all in for week one", in anticipation of a glorious comeback season. RGIII's documentary and popular t-shirt slogan became meaningless quickly as RGIII was clearly not himself at any point during the season. RGIII regressed in almost every significant category in the 2013 campaign and if his on field performance wasn't bad enough, he also caused sideline drama on a week to week basis. RGIII and the Redskins will have a new coach next year and RGII will have another shot to prove he is still capable of his rookie year dominance.
NFC East Most Exciting Player of the Year: Dez Bryant
Dez Bryant is as electrifying of a player as you will ever see, whether it's his sideline passion or his unbelievable circus catches, he is captivating beyond belief. Bryant finished with 93 catches, 1233 receiving yards, and 13 touchdown catches. Bryant's impressive stat line earned him his first trip to the pro bowl. Bryant is one of the few receivers in the league that a defense plans around, and with that said he is still able to put up gaudy stats while routinely making catches over two people. Bryant will continue to be a force in the NFL no matter how much attention he warrants from the defense, and he will continue to make his weekly appearances on SportsCenter's top 10 and NFL's catches of the week.
NFC East All Pro Team:
Position Player Team
QB Nick Foles Philadelphia Eagles
RB LeSean McCoy Philadelphia Eagles
RB DeMarco Murray Dallas Cowboys
WR Dez Bryant Dallas Cowboys
WR Pierre Garcon Washington Redskins
TE Jason Witten Dallas Cowboys
OT Tyron Smith Dallas Cowboys
OT Jason Peters Philadelphia Eagles
C Jason Kelce Philadelphia Eagles
G Ronald Leary Dallas Cowboys
G Evan Mathis Philadelphia Eagles
Position Player Team
DE Justin Tuck New York Giants
DE Fletcher Cox Philadelphia Eagles
DT Jason Hatcher Dallas Cowboys
DT Cullen Jenkins New York Giants
OLB Connor Barwin Philadelphia Eagles
ILB Sean Lee Dallas Cowboys
ILB DeMeco Ryans Philadelphia Eagles
OLB Ryan Kerrigan Washington Redskins
CB Brandon Boykin Philadelphia Eagles
CB DeAngelo Hall Washington Redskins
S Antrel Rolle New York Giants
S Barry Church Dallas Cowboys


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Project Educate: Permission to Photograph People Permission to Photograph People It's a tough topic and one that most of us like to shy away from rather than embrace, but the honest truth is that the shots of people that you get - the best kind - are the ones that are candid, journalistic or spontaneous. That usually means asking permission afterwards, or not asking permission at all - which can appear quite odd, to some. One of my biggest concerns and anxieties is having my camera out in public. I recently went to a beach, of all places, and was shooting the coastline when a horrible feeling crept over me and I realised that there were lots of people around and that I was invading, a little bit, on their privacy. These guidelines are useful for shooting on the street, at public gatherings and events and at more formal occasions such as weddings. If the person is going to be the main subject of your photo - then it's kind to ask permission, get perm
It's All About Presentation (Mostly)As more and more people start taking pictures of their nether regions on their iphones or posing myspace style in front of their HTC's - the competitive world of getting a Daily Deviation gets just that much harder... I kid. But... daily, I am bombarded with awesome suggestions (which I love) and I'm not complaining about. But there has to be a criteria of sorts, that sets an image above the rest. Here are a few things I look for that you might not have noticed before... The first thing I look at when I stumble across an image or view a suggestion from somebody, is how the artist has presented their work to the deviantART Community. Title Your image isn't everything. Not anymore. In the past I have given Daily Deviations to pieces with titles that are a combination of random letters and numbers, or that are very obviously still the source file title - or that tends to be just a keyboard mash-up. Everyday CVs are sent many many notes suggesting pieces o
Project Educate: Photographing Infants + ChildrenPhotographing infants and children can either be really painful and frustrating, or incredibly fun and rewarding. It depends entirely on the child. I kid, sort of. It's what you make of it and how you treat the moment. Children are fast, sometimes moody, sometimes hyper and nearly always think they know what you want them to do when you turn the camera on them. Either run, or crack that huge fake camera smile that they've been taught to do for their school photographs. Don't force a smile. If the child doesn't want to smile, don't make them. You'll end up with the fake smile. However having said that, you can try and be funny, but again don't push it. They're smarter than many give them credit for. If you're not getting a smile but you're getting a rude funny face, then accept it. Those sorts of shots can be awesome as well. Learn to accept imperfections. Whether the children are strangers to you or not, you can't have it perfect all of the time. Messy hair,
Project Educate: Improving Spontaneity Spontaneous Portraiture Here on deviantART there is a whole gallery for your casual, candid, secretive shots. I don't mean fetish. The Spontaneous People & Portrait Photography Gallery is where you should go if you are wanting to things that are less arranged, less planned and much more spontaneous. Have a browse here to see what's popular but keep in mind that miscats are in abundance, and that's why these education weeks exist - to try and educate and put the record straight.I prefer to shoot all of my portraiture and people photography as candidly as possible. I believe that capturing people unawares gives them no time to organize their facial expressions and consider arranging their emotions. Eyes, are the windows to the soul - as they say, and if you're making someone stand and pose (which works well a lot of the time) you're closing off the honest
Project Educate: Expressing and EmotingEssentially, these are mostly the same thing with a few minor differences which are explained below. But before we move onto that, there's an important message to share when it comes to categorising your work. To get the best out of the photography galleries it's vitally important that you categorise your work properly. That' why these weeks exist in some respects, to help educate you through that. With regards to Daily Deviations - Community Volunteers will not give features to pieces of work that are mis-categorised. They might assist you by moving your work or explaining where it should go, but seeing a deliberate miscat is a bit off-putting when it comes to choosing pieces to showcase. Take some time to have a look through your gallery (I'm going to do the same!) and figure out if everything is in the right place. If you're struggling, just ask. We're here to help. What we won't do is rearrange your whole gallery for you. We will however, work with you to try and straighten things
Shoot Yourself: Self Portraiture Contest "Shoot" Yourself - A Self Portraiture Photography Contest The idea is to get creative and move away from those myspace style self-portraits. Admit it, most of you did them - and fine tune your photographic skills by taking your own picture! Using technique that you possess, can learn from tutorials or may pick up this week, you need to take a shot of yourself as creatively as possible. Start Date: 27th AugustEnd Date: 2nd SeptemberSubmission Folder: Here! Rules Entries MUST be NEW - this means created on or after 27th August 2012 One entry per person Manipulation must be kept to a minimum - entries MUST be Photography with minimal editing. Editing allowed - retouching, black and white, colour adjustment, blur and other m
Photography Troubleshooting: Dull Images on dA?After a long pause in which nobody seemed to have very many questions, we've got a very intriguing one which came up during the People & Portraits projecteducate week and it's something that has always played on my mind, and no doubt on yours too. Once again sine-out has provided a fantastic answer, so hopefully that will help somewhat in clearing this issue up. Have a question? Drop it on this article and we'll work on an answer!"It seems like colorful pictures made in adobe look good, then afterthey have been uploaded on deviantART... the color is more dead.. not soalive..is this an issue?" ~ kayjensen "Hi kayjensen, the issue your describing is most likely a colour profile issue. Colour profiles essentially describe how each colour is represented and there are different profiles for different purpose but mostly for getting accurate colour out of a printer or a screen.By default the internet works with and assumes that every
Project Educate: Classic Portrait PhotographyClassic Portraits are Photographs of people in traditional pose. These are often formal, refined and restrained in style. As you will see within the Gallery they often involve a plain and simple background which is a popular feature of Classic Portraiture. One of the most notable things within the Classic Portrait Photography Gallery is that there are a lot of art nudes. This actually occurs across the board with People & Portraits and I cannot stress enough - that if your work features nudity, it belongs within the artistic nude gallery! Conversion to black and white with concentration on bringing out tones and shadows creates that timeless classic look and is often favoured by the elite artists that submit to the People & Portraits - Classic Gallery. Whilst D-SLR's have a monochrome function, for the most part (mine h
Photography Troubleshooting: The Watermark FAQ"How do I protect my photography and art in general?"~Eitvys200 "As Eitvys200 pointed out, at least 1 journal per month makes it to the top of the list and is about stealing art. Sometimes this is something small such as posting a piece to facebook, other times you see hoards of pieces on a website selling wallpapers or something similar. Regardless of how it happens, or where, it can hurt just as much to see your hard work disregarded and especially someone else profiting or taking credit.Protecting work is a huge deal for some people, and not for others. It depends entirely on your outlook - how you view your work and indeed whether or not there needs to be some constrictions on it due to the content being a child, or family member. But how do we protect our work properly from art theft and wrongful use? The simple answer is you can't provide for every eventuality. Even if you upload your work to a website where right click -> copy is disabled,
Photography Troubleshooting:How to Photograph FoodMany of us lament about a lack of subjects to Photograph - and almost just as many of us create something on a daily basis that with a bit of presentation, can look like a masterpiece. Food is one of the most accessible Photographic subjects and if you've no idea where to start, hopefully this article will give you a few pointers. Firstly, you don't need an expensive D-SLR in order to capture some of the food masterpieces you see around.By PaSt1978The above was taken with a Sony Cybershot which is a good quality point and shoot camera. As you can see, the focus is crisp, the quality is good and the lighting is adequate. It works well - and it's easy enough to achieve whether you have a D-SLR or something smaller. Before you start cooking - get prepared. It's the simplest easiest thing to say and you'll likely roll your eyes at such a mundane instruction but there have been many times when I've found mysel
Photography Troubleshooting: Capturing AutumnFor many Photographers, Autumn is now officially here and is one of the most exciting seasons to capture in terms of colour, change and vistas. Early morning mist, late afternoon sun, orange, red and golden hues - Autumn has a lot to offer in many countries. If you're like me, Autumn often arrives all at once and it can be tricky to know how to make the best of the season before it's over. A couple of days of high winds and rain can ruin the best Autumnal captures by ripping the leaves down before you've even got the chance to snap - so it's great to be prepared for the season.Leading lines are particularly useful. Yet so many people quote ' Look for leading lines...' or 'You've captured the leading lines here perfectly' and really do we even know properly what they are? The purpose of a leading line is to draw a viewers eye into the photograph and then on a journey - through it. Think of it as a visual narrative. They can be intentional and ind
PE Daily Deviations- Presentation of your workHello all! Well we've had a fascinating week so far; a week which hopefully has provided some insight not only to the process of DD selection but helped you understand what we look for in DDs as CVs. As we draw to the end of this week, I bring you an article which will whet your Saturday with thoughts that don't just apply to the DD feature, but something which should be a consideration to everything you submit to dA. I am talking about deviation presentation. Why is Presentation important?Art isn't always about just being "creative". There are techniques and skills which develop over time which contribute to the quality of the work you produce and alongside this comes a developed understanding of good presentation.Good presentation could be anything from cropping a photograph, to spell checking your literature. These are common sense things that in the rush of wanting to show off your creativity can sometimes be
PE: The power of contextA picture is indeed "worth a thousand words", a complex idea can be conveyed with a single still image. This quote also characterizes one of the main goals of visualizations, namely making it possible to absorb large amounts of data quickly. In our perception of artworks we see every day, some get closer to our hearts than others. Imagine a painting, strong and powerful, technique showing an experienced, steady hand, needing nothing but a pair of eyes to enter one's sensitive soul. Are you satisfied with what you see? I wouldn't count on that, but I would be quite sure that after a while your head fills with numerous questions.On the contrary, your favorite artist publishes their recent work and you, as always, immediately love it. If, however, you would allow your mind a little exercise, you could clearly see that if this work was shown to you at random, under different circumstances and you would not know the author, hardly would it catch your interest for a second.
People + Portraits: Capturing WeddingsThe Weddings category within the People & Portraits Photography gallery is often misused and misunderstood. It's not for capturing those generic wedding shots of shoes, cakes, decorations and rings. The idea is that there needs to be a person or people captured in the shot to make it portraiture photography. There also (and i know it's mind blowing) needs to be a wedding theme going on! Simply cropping in close on hands or shoes or a part of a dress isn't enough to get it into the gallery. If the gallery were simply 'Weddings' then it would be different of course. You should consider the use of the Photojournalism - Weddings Gallery too and if your shots are journalistic in style they need to be pushed towards that gallery. Fiddle with your settings to ensure you capture the bright white of the wedding dress (as this is the common colour anyway). A lot of cameras will over compensate if you've got this large white area in your view finder and expose the dress as being
People + Portraits: TroubleshootingBack at the beginning of this week we opened up a photography troubleshooting blog and had lots of queries to answer and work through. Some of them require lengthy replies so keep an eye on communityrelations this coming week for fuller articles. However the basic ones and some hints and tips that were shared along the way have been compiled into this blog. Feel free to contribute - and of course, ask more questions! Questions and Answers..."People often ask me where they can see their photo, after I've taken it - sort of on the street or something. What do I tell them?""I tend to take business cards with me when I go out. I slip a few into my camera bag and then if anybody ever asks or wants to know where shots will be, I can say that in the near future they should be on my website. Equally people can contact you if they don't see it, and/or ask for copies.! ~ Kaz-D ""I did a big series of engagement phot
PE DDs: When It's Not Always PositiveWhen DDs Go AwryDaily Deviations, or "DDs," are frequently held in very high esteem on deviantART. After all, what artist does not want his or her work displayed for more than 20 million viewers to see and admire? The benefits of receiving a DD feature include increased exposure for your work and a day in the spotlight for you as an artist. Many people therefore view DDs as badges of honor, awards that make them proud and validate the time they spend in our community.Be careful what you wish for!Don't get us wrong-- DDs are wonderful for the purposes listed above. But, they can also bring a lot of drama upon the artist, especially if they are controversial.Let's talk about some of the sources of this drama.The CriticSome people feel that people who post art-- and especially those whose art is worthy of a Daily Deviation-- should have thick enough skin to accept criticism as well as praise. They argue that criticism is part
PE: Daily Deviations - The Myth and the LegendDaily Deviations, or DDs . . . for some deviants, receiving one is the epitome of awesomesauce in the deviantART world. For others, they are a nice way to show off the work of lesser-known artists. Still others treat them as a special way to bring attention to great art that exemplifies works being done by a particular gallery or community.Perhaps because there are so many different ways of conceptualizing DDs, there are also many myths and misconceptions. I would like to address some of those myths by responding to the ones most frequently heard. Please note that these opinions are mine and reflect my experiences with the photomanipulation community, but perhaps they will be informative nevertheless.Myth 1: DDs should always be perfect.To many of us, the ideal Daily Deviation goes to an artist with amazing talent whose work draws you in and makes you think, "Wow, everyone needs to see this!" A DD should move you, inspire you, and provoke you to think, b
Photography Weekly: Edition Thirty SixPhotography Weekly Header created by TouchedD"Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them."-William ShakespeareBasking in the glory of finally getting recognised for your hard efforts and photographic skill is pretty awesome and at the start of this week I took the opportunity to enjoy georgewjohnson's after he got published in a UK Photography Magazine. It's really nice when something like that happens and the knowledge that across the country - and because of deviantART and other networks - across the world, people are looking at your work. And if you're me, smiling! I once stumbled across lauren-rabbit's work in Black and White Photography Magazine and was truly proud that somebody I had found here on deviantART was here in my mag! So have you been published? Has your work received any recognition that makes you proud? What are your tips to getting out there and having your work showcased?
PE: Power of PerspectivePE: Power of PerspectivePerspective is the angle and depth of a piece of art. Changing perspective allows for drastic differences. There is more than one kind of perspective, and all of them allow for more dynamic pieces of art if used correctly.There are three common choices, and these are explained later.Usually perspective deals with how close things appear, and correctly rendering perspective adds depth to an image and increases the impact of the composition. One Point PerspectiveOne point perspective is where there is one vanishing point in a piece. . A vanishing point is essentially the in-the-distance-until-you-can't-see anymore point.You see this perspective often, images of roads, or landscape often have one point perspective. Examples of one point perspective:<b>
PE Interview with =agnes-cecileSilvia is, without any doubt, one of the most marking figures of this site. Many thousands love her works and some artists consider her to be the role model of their artistic life. Instead of rambling about how she is a popular figure of this site, i decided to show you what other people think of her.Green-EyedGhost says: "Her art is inspiring, emotional, brilliant, incredible, indescribable. Her every single work is what actually can be called art. She always inspires me, she is the most amazing artist I've ever seen in my life!"airheadOMer completes: "...she has a brilliant and copious use of color. All her work is very intricate and lavish while remaining fairly luminous and simple. It has a wonderful flow to it and is, basically, quite beautiful. She has ineffable talent and her work shows that."With this being said, let's see what agnes-cecile has to say!You are a very succ
Getting the Most out of dA: CommentingUsually, when you read something involving 'Commenting', you think of deviations and the commenting platform that allows other members of the community to voice their thoughts and opinions on the art shown. However, what is pretty evident, and something that most of us may forget, is that deviantART runs on the ability to give and get comments, be it on pieces of artwork, our profile pages, forums, and everywhere else in between.In a sense, without the ability to give and get comments, deviantART wouldn't be much of a website, much less #1 of online art communities around. Comments are not solely the cause of what makes deviantART what it is, but it has a huge impact on a lot of things. By giving and getting comments, not only do we interact with other members to really make this a community, we also have the ability to get our voices heard.It's quite an odd concept with us all facing screens, typing out our thoughts and opinions, but one thing we shouldn't forget is that commen
PE Abstract and Surreal: IntroductionIntroduction: Defining abstract and surrealThe term abstract comes from the Latin word abstrahere (to draw away) and refers to the concept of abstraction. In abstract art it means that the artists uses a visual language of form, color and line to create an image which is almost free from any references in the visual world. Related terms are nonfigurative art, nonobjective art and nonrepresentational art.In abstract photography the actual subject doesn't matter much – it's not important what you see but how you see and feel a picture. This is why abstract artists often refuse to reveal the subject of their photographs or even the used technique. They prefer not to distract the viewer from the deeper concept of their artwork. However, a lot of abstract photographers c
PE Interview with DD Suggester Minato-KushinaAs part of Daily Deviations PE week we have interviewed the lovely Minato-Kushina who has been suggesting DDs since November 2010. She has since then had over 500 suggestions accepted and as a result of her regular suggestions, made her name known on the DD page.What first got you interested in wanting to suggest DDs?I don't really remember the exact point when I started paying attention to DDs. I guess, I saw these beautiful pictures at the bottom of my page. Gradually, I understood that they were a kind of "award" for outstanding pieces. I was also wondering how some people could suggest DDs! By searching here and there, I found the way.I eventually decided to send my first suggestion to rydi1689, the then Fan Art Gallery Moderator. She is so kind, she accepted it immediately! This encouraged me to suggest more and eventually to love this task. I am generally shy with others. So this gesture, although it may seemed normal to her, it was
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Project Educate: Being a People PersonSo you've got the equipment, you've got the top notch camera, the lighting, the studio, the backdrop and even the perfect weather - everything you need for a portrait photography shoot right? Wrong. The key behind all photographs that contain a living and breathing subject is to have the natural look. Just like the key to a conceptual shot is having the idea, the key to portraiture photography is having the eye. Co-operative subjects help too!I have especially found in the past, that people develop a pained and strained look on their face when the camera is pointed in their direction. Interestingly enough, it happens more often at Weddings. The bride and groom quite often develop the look that they might have when they've just finished writing out the cheque for me to photograph their big day...Then, quite suddenly one day, I got it. It was when a stunning bridesmaid at a wedding lifted her hands in front of her face and squealed when I clicked the camera in her


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Cablegram K43 BATAVIA, 19 January 1948, 7.16 p.m.
Truce developments require the immediate despatch of at least fourteen military observers (Brigadier Neylan's minimum estimate) including the return of Chesterman whose experience valuable. Each day's delay will work to the disadvantage of the Republic. Even this number would require the Committee to use observers of Consular Commission.
2. Civilian personnel will also be required urgently as the Republic are most anxious that the Good Offices Committee should be represented on all committees, Republican and Netherlands, working on the political settlement.
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(ABC 6 News) -- When the snow starts to fall, transportation officials know what's soon to follow.
"One of the questions that you would get all winter is, 'Where are the plows? I haven't seen a snow plow,'" said Pete Hjelmstad, a field services coordinator for the Iowa Department of Transportation in Mason City.
That's why Hjelmstad and other officials in Iowa have now made it easier to answer those questions.
Late last month, the Iowa DOT launched a new website that allows people to track plows in real time all across the state.
Officials said they hope the increase in information will help people make better decisions about whether or not to venture out.
"It's all about safety. That's the number one goal of the DOT is to make sure people are safe on the highways, that our highways are safe," Hjelmstad said. "When we can get them more information, we can help them out in that process."
But to take it a step further, the Iowa DOT is installing cameras on more than 200 plows so that people can get a firsthand look at road conditions.
"You can hear people talk all you want," Hjelmstad said. "But all of a sudden you click on a picture that was taken five or ten minutes ago, and you see that the road is completely snow covered, or icy, or you see that the visibility is very poor, all of a sudden you think a little bit harder about whether or not you should be out on the road."
And when conditions are as bad as they were last week, officials said getting information out there is critical to help save lives.
"If that keeps a couple people off the road, keeps two people, two hundred, whatever, keeps them home, keeps them safe until later in the day when maybe the conditions have improved, it's definitely worth it," Hjelmstad said.
The cameras being installed on the plows are actually old iPhones with an app that automatically sends pictures back from the road.
Currently they're only installed in central Iowa, but officials said they should be on plows in the northern part of the state in the next couple weeks.
To check out the map for yourself, click on the following link and then choose "Snowplow locations": http://www.iowadot.gov/travel.html#/winterdriving
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