I'm a simi-finalist ( It just keeps getting better )
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Hello all,,,
I received some good news today about one of my photos. Some of you may remember seeing it here on Tnet. It's one of the best shots I have ever taken so I entered it into the Rate My Photo contest at Picture.com
This is a quote from an email I received today:
Not sure how much of this is to simply get me to buy a copy of the book, but it would be nice to see my photo in print, it's definitely something I never thought would happen. I would like to buy the book to add the additional information although I don't think I can come up with the extra cash in time to do so and I'm not sure what the additional fee would add up to either... I may just try to buy a copy later on...
Re-edited: Forget about this crap:
Update: Below
Hello all,,,
I received some good news today about one of my photos. Some of you may remember seeing it here on Tnet. It's one of the best shots I have ever taken so I entered it into the Rate My Photo contest at Picture.com
This is a quote from an email I received today:
Jeff,
After thoroughly reviewing and discussing your photograph, I am pleased to inform you that our Selection Committee has advanced your contest entry, "First to Bloom," to semi-finalist in the International Open Amateur Photography Contest.
Your photo will now be automatically entered into the final competition, where you now have an excellent chance of winning one of over 114 cash or gift prizes, including the $1,000.00 Grand Prize. You may even win the $10,000.00 Annual Grand Prize!
And that’s not all! In celebration of your unique talent, we also wish to publish your photograph in our forthcoming anthology series . . . Endless Journeys
Endless Journeys will be a classic, coffee-table quality hardbound volume that is printed on fine-milled paper specifically selected to faithfully reproduce the unique texture and character of your photograph.
"First to Bloom" was selected for publication because of its unique perspective and your artistic vision. We believe it will add to the importance and appeal of this series. You are under no obligation whatsoever to submit any entry fee or subsidy payment, or to make a purchase of any kind.
Of course, many people do wish to own a copy of the anthology in which their artistry appears. If this is the case, we welcome your order and guarantee your satisfaction. This finely crafted volume makes an excellent addition to any home, a treasured family keepsake, and a highly valued personal gift. Go here if you would like to purchase the anthology featuring your photo.
Jeff, let me assure you, your image remains your property; Endless Journeys is copyrighted as a compilation. The copyright notice for your photo is published in your name. This means that you retain the copyright to your own work of art.
You should also decide if you’d like to have some personal information about yourself and your photo included in this elegant edition. Many readers have told us that one of the most interesting and enjoyable parts of the anthology is learning about the artists and the stories behind their photos. You may give the reader this added perspective about you and your photo by including this information in a special section of the anthology set aside for this purpose. Although we must charge a nominal fee for this service, you are under no obligation to include this information. Your photograph can be published without it if you wish. Please see the order form for further information. (This feature is only available to book buyers. You will be able to add an Artist's Profile once you order your book.) We look forward to reading more about you and your photography!
Jeff, you should be genuinely proud of your accomplishment. Of the thousands of photographs we see each year, only a fraction can be published. We are pleased that "First to Bloom" will achieve the recognition that a national publication can give it. And, if you order Endless Journeys, we are so confident that you will love both the quality of the edition and the way your photograph is presented, we can proudly offer an unconditional money-back guarantee. If for any reason you are dissatisfied, simply return the book to us within 90 days and your money will be promptly refunded.
Again, congratulations, Jeff. We feel you have a special talent and look forward to the publication of your photograph, "First to Bloom."
Not sure how much of this is to simply get me to buy a copy of the book, but it would be nice to see my photo in print, it's definitely something I never thought would happen. I would like to buy the book to add the additional information although I don't think I can come up with the extra cash in time to do so and I'm not sure what the additional fee would add up to either... I may just try to buy a copy later on...
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Hope you all are doing well and have a great day, Leon...I guess the photo is still in the original contest as well and I didn't see anything about trying to get votes not being allowed in the rules, so if you would like to Rate My Photo, and help me possibly win a daily contest you can do so by following the link... If you do vote, please, simply give your honest opinion. Thank you...