Here's Looking at You.. by Karen Stuebing

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29-JUL-2006	Karen Stuebint

Here's Looking at You..

West Virginia

This will be my last PAD. I'm going to the PESO challenge. If I were a brilliant photographer like some on here, I could continue with PAD but it's been two years now and I think it's time to stop posting a photo a day when most are mediocre.

Olympus C-5050Z
1/640s f/4.0 at 21.3mm iso64 full exif

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Guest		23-Oct-2011 01:59
Excellent capture, amazing details......and composition well done

purpod		26-Jun-2011 19:56
I know this is an old photo, but it came up when I went to your profile page ~ SUPERB! I love the details you captured as well as the textures ~ and PISH POSH about mediocrity!! You rock & I hope you feel such on the inside DearHeart ~ GMV, even if it is years late ~

Gary Hebert		26-Jun-2007 16:34
lovely colorful nature image Karen... :)

Ray :)		11-Aug-2006 16:39
Hi Karen - I'll miss seeing your documentary style shots. You portray life in a very honest and sensitive way. Looking forward to your PESO.

JW		06-Aug-2006 08:48
I'm ashamed to say I discovered you too late. But I've got the treat of going back over two years of your PADs to look forward to! Your work is so original and topical - photojournalism from the real world. I agree with Danny, basically. PESO is nice though - no pressure, but still there when you need a fix!

Guest		06-Aug-2006 01:53
Karen, your photos are great, its not the techinical ability or expensive equipment so much as your eye for the subjects and the special things you find. You always show a side rarely seen. And your commentaries and personal stories are excellent, on par with the best. I understand that everyday is difficult and for most impossible but I hope your here as often as possible as I am.

Sheila		06-Aug-2006 00:42
Congrats on 2 years too, it's bloody hard work!

Sheila		06-Aug-2006 00:39
What Danny Barton said!

Gayle P. Clement		05-Aug-2006 12:54
Karen, I understand time constraints but your photos and commentary are a bright spot in my day. You have a wonderful eye. I hope you post often.

Breland		04-Aug-2006 13:58
This is a beautiful image Karen. I agree with James your daily pictures will be missed but do what you think is best for you. Looking forward to your next picture.

Focus		03-Aug-2006 17:27
#1...your photos are NOT mediocre. #2.....I, along with a cast of THOUSANDS look forward to your work. #3........I LOVE your journalism and look forward to them! #4....you are one of my favorites - and always will be. #5....do what is best for Karen - always.

jypsee		02-Aug-2006 21:44
You're in my favorites, so.... I'll see ya when you post. Later....

laine82		02-Aug-2006 21:10
My heart jumped into my throat !! I have never had a day where I haven't looked forward to your images & views on events...Danny B has shouted it I will add " Do not deprive us of your excellent photography & wonderful journo approach to the story, please, Karen "

Char		02-Aug-2006 01:43
This is beautiful! I think your pictures are excellent. You did an excellent job on this one. GMV

jeanb		02-Aug-2006 01:07
I hope your viewers don't drop in numbers like mine did when my pad became a peso... Nice summer image.

Roe..		01-Aug-2006 10:11
do you see hows many of us look forward to your pics? do what you want but your work is NOT mediocre..here's looking at you kid..excellent comp..v

Guest		01-Aug-2006 02:51
OH SHIT! DON'T GET ME GOIN'! KAREN STUEBING, YOU ARE UNIQUE AMONG THE PBASE PHOTOGRAPHERS. YOUR PHOTO-JOURNALISM IS TOPS IN MY BOOK AND I AM SURE MANY AGREE WITH ME! IF YOU GO TO PESO, THEN GO FOR A BREAK FROM THE DAILY GRIND AND PRESURE OF PAD. DON'T YOU EVEN GO BECAUSE YOU THINK YOUR WORK IS MEDIOCRE! ...AM I YELLING HERE?...I GUESS I AM. ...BTW, I LOVE THIS. GETS A VOTE. ...STILL YELLIN', HUH?

Guest		01-Aug-2006 01:01
Wow, Karen, great capture! I try to do a PAD, but with life as it is, it's impossible. Don't let it get TOO long between photos! Your work is wonderful.

Jvan Photography		31-Jul-2006 21:20
He is cute...your photos are wonderful...they tell a story and document life that is worth so much..thank you for always letting us in on your world xxoo

Bryan Murahashi		31-Jul-2006 15:58
Beautiful capture. Always enjoyed viewing your pics of your home around W. Virginia and its history. Hope to see more even if it is ESO. Take care, Bryan.

Bob B.		31-Jul-2006 14:49
Nice shot! I enjoy your images and your titling and indeed your commentaries. Do what you need to do, but you have done well and I will continue to look for your very enjoyable images! I can't get an image every day and try not to shot something just to shoot something. I knew it would be like this when I started. That's why I call my PAD my PSD (Pictures Some Days)! I further have trouble getting things posted daily, as life usually intervenes. And I think we all hit a spot from time to time where we wonder why we are doing this, but everyone has their own reasons. Do what works as long as you keep doing and sharing with us all. I note you don't take many people shots. Try that maybe? Every day people in everyday life to me are pretty satisfying. I also like your pictures because I love West Virginia and don't get to my old piece of it nearly enough, as I have drifted south. Take care! Bob B.

Greg Harp		31-Jul-2006 05:09
Beautiful macro Karen. It is impossible for every exposure to be brilliant. As Ansel Adams observed "Twelve significant photographs in any one year is a good crop." How can anyone hope for 365? But the truth is your work is never mediocre--and is very often brilliant. I love your photographs and your commentary.

Karen Leaf		31-Jul-2006 04:18
Wish I could say it as eloquently as those preceeding me, but it's true. Medicore should never be in your vocab. The PESO idea is a great one, as long as it's every day. And as a wise man said, the pressure is off with a Peso. I look forward to your monring posts, as much and sometimes more than the 1st cup of coffee. Congrats, it's amazing to look back over the past 2 years thru your 'diary' See ya tomorrow my friend.

royalld		31-Jul-2006 02:51
You say, "If I were a brilliant photographer like some on here, I could continue with PAD but it's been two years now and I think it's time to stop posting a photo a day when most are mediocre." I say, "You can't see the forest because there is a tree in the way. Your postings can never, ever, be classified as mediocre".

s_barbour		31-Jul-2006 01:46
This is such a stunning image Karen. I will miss seeing your work everyday, but I certainly won't stop watching for you...keep on clicking!

carol j. phipps		31-Jul-2006 01:36
This is excellent, Karen. Keep on keeping on! Don't stop now. Blessings, Carol

virginiacoastline		31-Jul-2006 01:30
remove that "mediocre" remark!! . . . I have been entertained, educated, and enthralled. I expect to watch your talent to grow exponentially just as it has in the last two years. Just THINK . . remember, I suppose . . where you started from!!! ANd you do better with your pocket-sized camera than many I've seen do with pro cameras. PESO is certainly a good and less exasperating idea. I look forward to seeing your new gallery =)))

Kathy Pedersen		31-Jul-2006 00:35
Your work has never been mediocre!!!!! I enjoy your brilliant floral shots and also your commentary shots as well. We have all learned so much of the wonderful state of WV, thanks to you. You will do great with PESO...but please do not stop the PAD!!!

Richard Vance		30-Jul-2006 23:02
Really nice, Karen, with beautiful colors and excellent composition. I'll miss your PAD but will see if I can find your PESO, whatever that is!! LOL! Dick:)

Rosi Blaurock		30-Jul-2006 21:37
Very nice.

Lori Rolfe		30-Jul-2006 21:09
beautiful image Karen....could be a postcard for west virginia.... you always have nice images.... I don't know what a PESO gallery is but hopefully it's on pbase and I'll still see your images posted

11051912		30-Jul-2006 18:59
vive la différence !!! How could we see the essence of Stuebing if not?? All cogs are important to make the wheel turn. One must do what one must, but don't ever sell yourself short. Brilliant photography with meaningful and heartfelt commentary is far from being mediocre.

Coleen Perilloux Landry		30-Jul-2006 17:25
There was never anything mediocre about your shots, Karen. This is a good one; the flower is so sharp and you have made it look huge.

Buz Kiefer		30-Jul-2006 17:14
Don't stop your PAD. You page is always very interesting, well thought out and informative.

Elaine (etfitz)		30-Jul-2006 16:39
Wonderful shot! Great colors and dof!

joanteno		30-Jul-2006 14:33
Excellent shot!

beverley harrison		30-Jul-2006 14:33
gorgeous karen, we've not had many butterflies this year at all.

Guest		30-Jul-2006 14:23
Karen, I haven't been visiting your gallery for the entire 2 years - only the last 6 month - but every visit has been a pleasure, and always very instructive. Hope your PESO will be a Very Often one!

Herb		30-Jul-2006 13:31
Nice macro,Karen you are hooked like most of us multi year veterans.I am looking forward to your daily photos

Guest		30-Jul-2006 12:11
Your pics are far from medicre Karen, I havnt visited as often as b4 lately, but I always look forward to your commentary and the more than frequent classic shot. I like your shots because they come from the heart and represent your message so well. Look forward to your PESO. Congrats on 2 years. Great shot. Ade

Beverly Wickersham		30-Jul-2006 12:07
Nice shot, Karen. Great color.

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