Posting unsolicited photos on a thread.

[Lee Drennen]

O.P.'s thread.

What’s this mean

[Miko]

What’s this mean

Original Poster, who started the thread

Miko (being helpful)

[Ian M]

What’s this mean

OP is the Original Poster; the person that started or 'owns' the thread.
Having got that out of the way...

Thanks Miko, I was still ranting writing.

This has always been frowned on here on S.M., but I've noticed recently that more and more members are posting their own photographs of the same build on the O.P.'s thread......and I would like any comments/ observations on this practice.

Indeed it has Ron and it is a matter that has been put to bed several times. A good while back there was a surge of this and I made a post about it that for a good while put the matter out of the way.
However this bad penny turns up every once in a while and when I see it I try to get the point across once more. Hopefully it will pass again and we will be free of it.

I cant recall the full word by word ruling but along the lines of it being allowed ONLY IF the photo is of help in solving a problem and the person that wishes to post it has asked the owner of the thread if is is OK to do so. It might sound pedantic to some but as some have said they see it as obtrusive, showing off, or just plain rude. Equal to butting into a conversation .

[spanner570]

I cant recall the full word by word ruling but along the lines of it being allowed ONLY IF the photo is of help in solving a problem and the person that wishes to post it has asked the owner of the thread if is is OK to do so. It might sound pedantic to some but as some have said they see it as obtrusive, showing off, or just plain rude. Equal to butting into a conversation .

Thanks Ian and yes, this has been brought up in the past (2018, I think!)....I forgot that was the case. :upside:

Thanks also for clarifying Admin's position on this.

Let's hope members keep the above 'Unofficial' and polite request in mind, and it won't need to be accidentally 'Bumped' in another 6 years or so......

[Jim R]

I cant recall the full word by word ruling but along the lines of it being allowed ONLY IF the photo is of help in solving a problem and the person that wishes to post it has asked the owner of the thread if it is OK to do so.

That's it in a nutshell. Thanks Ron for the timely reminder and thanks Ian for the clarification

[adt70hk]

Completely agree with above points...I have done it but only with permission.

[Tworrs]

I'm in two minds about this one.
Posting an unsolicited picture on someone else's thread could be considered to be a bit like showing off, that however could also be a double edged sword, as the person whose thread has been "highjacked" could perhaps produce a better looking model than theirs, which would be a bit embarrassing.
Does it bother me personally? no not really, I'm comfortable in my own skin.

[Lee Drennen]

Having got that out of the way...

Thanks Ian taking time out of your busy schedule of “Ranting” to explain this to me but some one already was kind enough to do that. If you picking up on my sarcasm your right Ol’Chap.

[Lee Drennen]

Original Poster, who started the thread

Miko (being helpful)

Thank You Miko I appreciate it

[grumpa]

If I was of a mind to share an image or two of any of my work to help someone with a tip or two, which has happened in the past
I just go the PM route, easy and confidential.:relieved:

Jim.

[BattleshipBob]

On the other hand, with my recent poor efforts it would make the other build look even better lol

[boatman]

I ADMIT im gility of this but i was just tryin to help a new member as he was askin for help on how to build a ship an i thought id show him my ship to show i know how to build a ship an was goin to say to him ask any qeustion you like sir an i'll try my best an help you but Ian took me to task over this an ive learned my lesson an wont do it again ok chaps an they say a pic can save a 1000 words
chrisb

[Si Benson]

Must admit that I find it annoying when your blog gets spammed with other peoples pictures.

I also find it rude when others are dismissive about a particular technique you use or a style of painting or a tool you like to use.
If you don’t like it and you’ve not been asked for your opinion then be a good fellow and button it.

[Miko]

I also find it rude when others are dismissive about a particular technique you use or a style of painting or a tool you like to use.
If you don’t like it and you’ve not been asked for your opinion then be a good fellow and button it.

Yep, we all have preferences, some we agree with others we don't. Is it okay to add a few lines to suggest why your preference is more valid? Although that could lead to a number of problems, being patronised is one, I was in a forum elsewhere and given basic modelling tips despite my build posts showing I have quite a bit of modelling experience and can apply multiple complex techniques. Is it better just to give advice only when it's asked for?

Miko (walking a diplomatic tightrope!)

[Andy T]

Is it better just to give advice only when it's asked for?

In my mind, absolutely. Otherwise it's just rude.