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We have started Year Two "A New Beginning" Picture A Day Project http://www.pbase.com/slowpokebill/a_new_beginning_pad These galleries are dedicated to my soul-mate, Wanda. Each day, for one year, I have taken, processed and posted a picture each day of my lovely wife of 24 years, Wanda. This is a tribute to the mother, wife, lover and woman Wanda is each and every day. Wanda has always fully supported my efforts to further my art. Her commitment to this project is just another great example of her support. Wanda I love you. * Note for Non-PBase Users make sure you click those "Wanda In ***** Galleries" to see all the pictures in those months. Enjoy* Most of all I have to say thank you for all the support you, the viewers, have given us. Images here are best viewed on a properly calibrated and adjusted monitor. If you have never calibrated your monitor there is a good discussion with test patterns here http://www.normankoren.com/makingfineprints1A.html Thanks Bill and Wanda Taking it one day at a time

A Picture A Day of Wanda	:: Click here for Wanda in April Gallery ::	:: Click here for Wanda In May Gallery ::	:: Click here for Wanda in June Gallery ::
:: Click here for Wanda In July Gallery ::	:: Click here for Wanda In August Gallery ::	:: Click here for Wanda In September Gallery ::	:: Click here for Wanda In October Gallery ::
:: Click here for Wanda in November Gallery ::	:: Click here for Wanda In December Gallery ::	:: Click Here for Wanda In January Gallery ::	:: Click Here for Wanda in February Gallery ::
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wahoo (Duane)		07-Jun-2008 20:33
I am still awed by these photographs. I miss both of you.

endre novak		25-Jan-2008 23:22
excellent galley and images.

photoman754		22-Mar-2007 20:05
You are so lucky to have a wife to photograph. Very beautiful.

Chuck Sims		09-Mar-2007 20:18
I want to be a cow...

Ronnie Broom		03-Feb-2007 16:39
Wonderful photographs... you are a very lucky man with a beautiful wife. What fun it must of been to take all of the photos.

Graeme		15-Jan-2007 04:45
Spectacular. Credit to the photographer is a given. But the model is the one that gets my respect. While it would have been great fun, I'm sure Wanda must have been mighty exhausted by the end of the year. Well done both of you, and a great way to compliment your wife, Bill.

massimo		11-Jan-2007 15:37
bellissima

Jacques Tournel		29-Dec-2006 18:17
Qui est Wanda?

Lavon Womack		09-Dec-2006 13:53
Absolutly Bueatiful. Oh My God.

Wm. Bates		02-Oct-2006 01:50
Gussy, It was a year long project which is long done. There never will be any updates.

Jeremy		29-Sep-2006 15:51
Well, what can I say? I am not sure if Wanda is the luckiest woman on earth, or you are the luckiest man on earth. But I am sure you are one of the luckiest couple on earth...

Gus		27-Sep-2006 22:11
No updates??!!! It's been months!

CheeYeong Yap		10-Sep-2006 10:21
From the photos can know that Wanda is a cheerful and sporting women. A great model and photographer. I envy this couple. Their must have a very romantic life. Thanks for sharing!!

Dewiit Edenfield		03-Aug-2006 16:55
I doubt whether anyone who ever looked at Wanda's p[ictures could say anything other than "She is a beautiful, sexy, sensual woman, and you are one heck of a luck guy!"

Adam @ a truckers pictures		24-Jun-2006 22:48
I love the alternate ending. I can't say why I just love the way you were "floating" in the air

joy varghese		09-May-2006 10:40
a lucky husband, a talented photographer, and in between a piece of pear. jealous or what i am...

Tony Yong		24-Apr-2006 13:57
It's a wonderful gallery. It' amazing that you have been taking pictures of your wife for one year with so many variaties. Thanks for sharing those photo with us.

G�nter Hofst�dter		23-Apr-2006 21:02
so stunning !

Tberry		20-Apr-2006 13:56
These galleries are beautiful! Your studio lighting is amazing! I love the natural "un-photoshoped" images of wanda. Beautiful and natural!

PauloCGama		24-Mar-2006 13:59
Congrats to both of you!! A pleasure to see and admire. Cheers

David Friedl		22-Mar-2006 19:40
Great pictures awesome style

Manuel Laime		12-Feb-2006 19:06
Many thanks WM Bates for sharing with us this wonderful pictures of Wanda. She is most beautiful Aphrodite of PBASE. Best wishes, Manuel J. LIMA - PERU

Franco Sturaro		14-Jan-2006 21:38
Grazie per averci dato la possibilit� di assaporare il profumo e l'immediata bellezza carnale di Wanda

Philippe		03-Jan-2006 15:21
So beautiful, a born model. She looks so alive and glamourous. The photographs look so professional. Lucky husband !!! Thanks for sharing with us. Phil

srikant misra,India		06-Dec-2005 20:30
cs are very good..photographer is really a master..and the lady is very gorgeous..

Guest		06-Dec-2005 15:48
How about A PICT-A-MONTH of Wanda?, I miss her.

Inal Digital		26-Nov-2005 15:57
This must be the REAL LOVE for the WOMAN (once in a life time) and the PHOTOGRAPHY (we all envy)!!! Thanks for sharing the two with us.

bstoker		14-Nov-2005 03:43
Wow. Wow is all I can say. Wanda is a natural beauty. Her hair is amazing and those eyes are super sexy. You are a truly amazing photographer. If you aren't a professional, you should be. Thanks to you both for posting your life on the interet. I may try and do something similar with my wife in the near future. Again, thanks so much for sharing.

Guest		14-Nov-2005 03:11
Is it possible then to pick a few pictures and explain the setup you used. You without realising it have become a benchmark that many of us would like to reach. We compare you work with our own.

Wm. Bates		13-Nov-2005 14:01
weka2000, I use CaptureOne and Adobe CS to process my photos. They don't strip the EXIF data from the files. The chances of me doing another year of Wanda is slim to none...I have taken advantage of Wanda's good nature long enough. There are no plans for a book at this point.

Guest		13-Nov-2005 02:11
What software do you use to retain the exif information?

Guest		13-Nov-2005 01:59
Would you both consider doing another year for all your fans? Or would you be willing to write a book (pdf maybe for download) on the years experence. A How to for those of us who have the equipment but not the knowledge.

Nicholas Baumgartner		04-Nov-2005 14:24
Stunning--what a great idea. I think I will try this with my girlfriend of ~1 year... who knows how long it just might last? :-) Kind regrds Nicholas

Norah		26-Oct-2005 16:57
I just read the essay about your interview on the first issue of Pbase magazine. Have to say, the gallery looks a little different once I read that essay. It is a great idea loving your wife and your hobby at the same time. Very sweet.

Glenn		25-Oct-2005 22:26
Love how you take pictures on a very gorgeous woman

ArminB		25-Oct-2005 19:42
These pics are unbelivable! I would really appreciate ur advice on mine, so maybe I can improve! Thanks! Armin

Cheryl		30-Sep-2005 20:17
What an absolutely stunning gallery! (and I haven't even had a chance to look at most of the months yet... that will wait till I have a high speed connection!) Wanda, you are a stunning lady and Bill your work is superb! Shows so much imagination and personality!

Carolyn		18-Sep-2005 18:38
Just stumbled on this site googling canyonlands. Unless you got married when you were 1 ,Wanda is an older woman and what hope and joy that gives me for my own life. I am soon to be 50 and want to grow into my age as beautifully as Wanda is

Sally Flowers		27-Aug-2005 03:47
it is amazing how you catpure the beauty of this woman!! every photo is impressive for different reason... you're a true pro, and she is beutiful!

Selina Brown		26-Aug-2005 17:46
Bill and Wanda, you are truly a wonderful pair. Bill your talents just never seem to stop. Your ideas are great. Wanda you are a beautiful lady. I love the fact that you seem to be enjoying yourself in every shot. I know you said you don't like to pose in public and you are sometimes cold in your shots but you are so photogenic I think Bill will forgive you for any "cold" complaints that he might hear from you as the 2 of you work so well together. Keep posting as I am forever returning to your site to see your latest. You are both so talented.

Jon Vincent		20-Aug-2005 04:48
Your project which composes of ART and BEAUTY was amazing. I am now addicted to it. I hope you continue to do so.

zian		25-Jul-2005 09:37
Absolutely amazing gallery & beautiful model. The images are superb. well done.

jelenko		18-Jul-2005 11:30
very nice gallery and model

Eddie		12-Jul-2005 19:11
You did one beautiful job, on each and every picture. The most intriguing part is, I never tire of seeing Wanda. She is very beautiful, sensual, bright, sexy, fun and full of energy and life. And you help to bring that out with eahc and every one of your pictures of her. Kudo to both of you ! E

bucari		01-Jun-2005 03:55
My hobby is photography and my equipment is only a simple compact digital camera. I'd like to improve my skills to earn extra money. Comments (good or bad but hopefully good), tips & suggestions from professional photographers, amateurs, & guests are very much appreciated. My trial account will expire soon so please email me at jakemontero@hotmail.com http://www.pbase.com/bucari Wm. Bates, many thanks for the space. Your pictures are my inspiration. bucari

mrclark		25-May-2005 15:58
truly amazing photos of truly beautiful women

Sheena		15-May-2005 02:53
Great job on all 365 pictures! Question: How many outfits do you own Wanda? I love picture 07-05-04 in July! Keep up the great work!

xnir		14-May-2005 18:42
great photography

cindy taylor		10-May-2005 12:48
wanda is very beautiful just wondering if she has other collections drop me a line cindytaylorphotogal@yahoo.com thanks

uofmtiger		03-May-2005 04:45
I saw the PBase magazine and I was not surprised to see you in the first edition. Your photos are spectacular!

Craig J. Kokkeler		02-May-2005 16:24
Wm, your Mar 24 photo with Wanda and a flower.... I don't get the point... What is the punch line... Keep up the good work...

Tom		01-May-2005 16:23
Hello, my compliments for your nice photos! Please come see my photos sometime? Best regards, Tom from The Netherlands. http://members.lycos.nl/tomjutte/

Julie Ann Lanz		28-Apr-2005 23:43
Hi William Bates. I am so glad I came across your site. Your landscape photography is beautiful. Looking through your galleries, I was inspired to start my own PAD. I have you to thank for! I was pleased to see you in the new pbase magazine and to hear about your experiences. Best of luck and happy shooting. ;-) Julie Ann Lanz

Mike Hicks		21-Apr-2005 23:11
This has been such an enjoyable experience. Wanda and Bill thank you. I have had an interest in photography going back to my college days at CSU in Ft. Collins, yet until now my greater interests have been in things that go fast. Your commencement of this project coincided with my renewed interest in photography and it was by pure luck that I found your PAD very early in its development. Virtually every day I couldn't wait to see what Wanda and Bill had for us this time. Wanda, you are a beautiful woman and the way that you've been presented in the photos shows much more than simple beauty. A person almost has a sense of who you are. Congratulations, for that is a difficult task. Bill, for the explanations of each photo and the equipment used, I thank you. I have learned so much, and your photos have taken me back to a part of the country that I miss dearly in a way that standard landscape photography simply cannot do. You made it human. I hope that what started as a simple product intended to improve your photography skills rewards you in ways you never dreamed possible when you begam. It has been a joy.

frank salas		18-Apr-2005 20:02
bill and wanda, you guys really do photography justice. I am just new at this photography thing and just looking at your pictures really makes me want to do more and see just how fun it will be to take photos other than just family and friends. when I get started posting maybe you can give me a few tips ok. Good luck and happy photo taking.

Wm. Bates		18-Apr-2005 14:42
Wanda fans you will want to see the Premier Issue of PBase Magazine. http://www.pbase.com/magazine

Wm. Bates		18-Apr-2005 14:38
James, No Wanda has never done any modeling and I'm not sure she would be interested in doing any. I do outside work from what you see here. So if anyone wants to hire me for a photo shoot let me know ;^)

James Ferrall		18-Apr-2005 14:26
I appreciate the wonderful work that both Wanda and Bill has done for the many viewers to see and enjoy! I do have couple of questions and comments Wanda is so beautiful, I wondered has she done any professional modeling? She has a natural grace and posture that serves her well. Bill is great with the camera and has a wonderful knack with angles and light..great work ! I was curious if he does any free lance stuff for anyone other than here on pbase. Also I would like to compliment you both as well as thank you for the very interesting year with the Wanda Project.

Roy Robertson		14-Apr-2005 00:06
Bill and Wanda, thanks for a great year of pictures. Each day it was wonderful opening your gallery to see the new picture. This is a really great collection of pictures. But I think you kept the best ones for yourself Bill. Roy

Jerry Curtis		12-Apr-2005 01:18
WOW! What an absolutely incredible gallery of images of a very beautiful and sexy woman. How fortunate you are, Bill, to have such a natural and willing model at your side continuously. What a pleasure to browse this gallery and enjoy the work of both an obviously talented photographer and an equally talented model. Congratulations to both of you on this amazing accomplishment!

Jack Schouten		08-Apr-2005 09:13
Dear Wanda and Bill, Since 4 months i've followed your PAD. As a amateur fotographer it's has been fun seeing you guys making better pictures all the time. You have inspired me to do things different, look different to things etc.. From a cold town in the Netherlands (Brielle) i salute and thank you for al the happy moments you have shared with us. Jack Schouten

Wm. Bates		05-Apr-2005 04:08
It's been a fun and interesting journey! There were days I truly wanted to take that camera of Bill's and shove it where the sun don't shine! But, all in all, it has been worth it. Together Bill and I have created some images that we can look back on an enjoy for many years to come. And along the way we have got to know lots of new friends. Thank you so much for all the comments and words of encouragement. We couldn't have completed our project with out knowing there were "viewers" out there counting on us to stick with it! Now that MY obligation is over, I am having a good time reviewing the pictures and adding comments from My perspective. So far I have reviewed up through September. 365 images! wow, it's gunna take Me forever to go back through all of them! Wanda

Brian Gustafson		03-Apr-2005 07:05
Wow, does Wanda have a twin sister I could Marry? Brian. http://www.pbase.com/galleries/DigiDawg

John Dorsey		01-Apr-2005 00:40
Let me add my congratulations. I've had to send the whole office home early - they're depressed. Can't tell you the number of times that a co-worker has stopped by with a "How's Wanda today?" All the best to you both. John

Jim Fuglestad		31-Mar-2005 17:58
Bill, this deserves such are tremendous congratulations to both you and Wanda. It's popularity is not surprising at all, especially given the model. :-) I agree with you about the miracle of the Internet. With all the negativity so often surrounding the Internet's scam and porn issues, our little of the corner of the Internet is a marvelous place. I have met (literally and cyberly) so many great people and learned so much. I was thinking, you should do a vote on the best image of the year. Have people vote for one each month, then out of the winning 12 do a final vote. Maybe the creator of the CSLR challenge voting system would accommodate the process? I think that would be a great finale and provide some fun closure to the project. Again, great job! Jim

Wm. Bates		31-Mar-2005 16:31
Last night my lovely wife Wanda and I completed our year long project "Picture A Day Of Wanda" or "Taking It One Day At A Time"... you pick the title. What a year. One shot taken, processed and then posted each day for 365 consecutive days. We started this project to help me improve my "people photography" skills. I look back and say I have gotten better. I look at images by photographers here and know I have a long way to go. I will continue to practice. The project took twist and turns and went places we never dreamed. It took on a strange life of its own. We never expected it to get the attention or gain the popularity...if popularity is the right word...that it seemed to gain. I have always felt that maybe the project was like a NASCAR race or train wrack...people looked in waiting for the crash. No question, we had days when we scrapped up against the wall but we never crashed. The gallery becoming the most popular gallery of all time here on PBase just floors me. There is so many better photography to be found here. Which brings me to somethings that amaze me. The power of the Internet is truly a wonder. I'm a nobody photographer from the middle of nowhere in a little town in Utah. I have never been published. Other than the local town museum displaying a photo or two, really I never thought anyone would ever see or care about my photography. With the Internet the world has become very small. At last count we have had viewers of our little project from over 130 countries. We have received emails filled with encouragement, suggestions and questions from all over the world. That just blows me away. We have heard from soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq just saying thanks you for glimpses of home. Again the Internet has made the world small. Our photography has been viewed in places like Faroe Islands which I had to do a goggle search on because I had never heard of them. We had 5.3 million page views during our year. The whole thing blows this ol' cowboy away. Now to the real reason for the post. That is to say, thanks you to so many here you have been an inspiration. Thank you for your help and encouragement. It helped us not become that train wreck. And lastly to Wanda. Babe I love you. Really you get all the credit. You worked so hard and put up with it all even when you hated the thought of posing for one more photo. You get all the credit. I just pushed the button. I am so lucky you put up with me. People can I tell you how great Wanda is. For my 50th birthday, which was Monday, she bought me Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS lens that I have been wanting for over a year. Our closing photo. OK, it is a bit different how often does someone take a photo with a 300mmf/2.8 lens inside?? Again thanks everyone. Bill

Tom Beech		31-Mar-2005 13:49
It's been a great ride, thank you, have enjoyed each and every day... Best to you both and I'll be back to see what you're up to 8-)

Ray Akey		31-Mar-2005 06:09
Congratulations Bill & Wanda on completing a full year of A Picture A Day of Wanda. It has been fun to watch and anticipate what you two would come up with each and every day. As you know, you have inspired me and my wife, Sharon. I now look ahead anticpating what you do "outside the box" that we all know of as "A Picture A Day of Wanda. Congrats again to both of you and, Wanda.. you better keep your word about a once a week appearance. ;) [wink wink nudge nudge!]

rbfresno		29-Mar-2005 00:52
Really nice concept and great execution of it! I've read through some of the comments on your gallery and appreciate your sharing in spite of the few nuts out in cyberspace. (I've always been a little reluctant to put much family stuff up on the web, but I'm gradually changing a bit). RB

virginiacoastline		27-Mar-2005 23:00
the ooohs and aaaaahs in this gallery are usually for Wanda . . .and well-deserved . . . .but your photographic talent can not be overlooked. There are waaaay too many of us out here who can have an equally beautiful subject and do it NO justice with our incapabilities.

frankallen		22-Mar-2005 12:05
Beautiful Photography of a Beautiful Woman!! Great Work!! Frank

Richard McDonell		10-Mar-2005 23:53
Now that the countdown is on, I think a lot of us would be curious as to which of your 365 photos are favourites. You've obviously had many, many votes, but I'm not sure if you are able at your end to determine numbers by picture. If you are, could you share the results with your fans? Alternately, either through Pbase or your own site, can votes be accumulated by category - eg. casual, glamour, nude, wacky? Such a poll would be just the excuse many of us would need to carefully review all of your work over the past year. Cheers,

Wm. Bates		06-Mar-2005 18:42
Sharon, we have been thinking about doing that very thing. I already kind of promised a handful of friends that I wouldn't completely disappear. (s) Wanda

Trisha		06-Mar-2005 17:54
I have an idea for you. Do a picture a week instead a day. That way you two have six days to figure out what you want to do. Think about. You would miss us if you left. :)

pelicans_rest		05-Mar-2005 21:52
And Bill will have to learn to model! Wonder if our old friend "Guest" would be a fan of a Bill PAD? Thanks for your hard work this year.

Wm. Bates		05-Mar-2005 15:36
Great rumor Pelican, but first I would have to learn how to use a camera! Wanda

pelicans_rest		05-Mar-2005 12:42
Rumor going around (that I'm starting :-) that beginning April 1 it will be a PAD of Bill by Wanda. You guys cannot just quit!

Theo		28-Feb-2005 02:19
you and Wanda are the best I have ever seen on Pbase.

Diana Lundin		20-Feb-2005 23:42
It just makes me happy to visit the Wanda-a-Day gallery! I just love it. You two have such fabulous imaginations. It really is teamwork. I visit often, having added this gallery to my favorite artists, but have never let you know how much I enjoy it. Thanks for a wonderful glimpse into the life of Wanda and the eye of Bill.

Ray Akey		17-Feb-2005 10:51
Come on, Falcone. There is a lot of substance here. Images speak a thousand words and this gallery is speaking volumes. Just look at the imagery and the story behind http://www.pbase.com/slowpokebill/image/39362601 as just one example. Did you not get the topic of this project? It is Photo a Day of WANDA. Of courswe, the lady is going to put on her best face, what woman with even an inkling of self-esteem wouldn't? Bill and Wanda put a lot of effort into their gallery and they inspire me in the area of glamour photography and beyond. I do not find their photos artificial but, rather, living art with sometimes a theme devised to give a certain impact. If that's "boring," then I'm the King of Kasmir.

Wm. Bates		17-Feb-2005 01:24
Falcone must not have looked at ALL the pictures. There are some with no smile, some with no make-up, PLENTY with no lingerie. I am not inhuman, but I DO like to present Myself to the world with My best foot forward. Whether posing for a picture or simply going to the grocery store, I DO touch up My make-up. I guess I haven't yet reached the point in My life where I don't care about My appearance. (shrug) Perhaps some day I will get there, but for now, I am still willing to put forth the effort each day before I greet the world. Wanda

Falcone1962		17-Feb-2005 00:06
Well ... after all is quite boring. A beautiful woman ok. Many great photos ok. But after all? She have all days the make-up? All days she dress lingerie? All days she smile? If yes she is inhuman ....

Dead Elvis		11-Feb-2005 16:42
Unbelievable!!! 2/9 shows a woman who is truly happy with herself and confident, not to mention a great sport. I can just imagine myself trying to explain to my wife how I want to set up that shot ;-) Bill you guys continue to amaze me. The Mardi Gras shot is beautiful too! I would be proud of that shot if it was the only one I took all year.

Steve England		29-Jan-2005 01:28
Brilliant!..

Gary Ingram		28-Jan-2005 15:09
Wanda, It's going to take me "weeks" to go back to each image and read your comments. I've read the first few and look forward to the rest when I get time. We have heard Bill's side of the camera and I find the model's thoughts a learning experence.

Wm. Bates		28-Jan-2005 05:59
So I lied! Going back and commenting on each image is going to take WEEKS, not days! (laughing) But I will work at it each day until I have completed My critique of each and every picture. oh Steve, I tried to email you guys the other day and My mail got returned. (pout) What's that about? Anyway, know that I was thinking about you and just wanted to say "hello". Wanda

Steve Patterson		28-Jan-2005 00:39
That would be great, Wanda...I would love to see your ideas on different shots, and which ones YOU like the best (and least). In fact, I am curious which will be your favorites. Hope life in Utah is great and you are enjoying all the snow.......... steve

Darrel Booth		28-Jan-2005 00:17
It would be great to see your comments. Darrel

Wm. Bates		28-Jan-2005 00:07
I have decided to go back and review all of My pictures since this project began. I think I will add a comment about each picture. It might just be a comment about whether or not I like it, or I might share the thoughts that went on in My mind during the shoot. It might take Me a few days to review all the pictures but I think it will be fun to view things in retrospect! Wanda

Trisha		23-Jan-2005 19:20
Your pictures inspire me.

Ada Lee		22-Jan-2005 01:18
I really like and admire your shots. I vote your album!

jimmer		20-Jan-2005 04:42
Bill, I feel that I�ve learned so much from looking at all of the amazing images and reading the comments that you have posted in this and your other galleries. Thanks to you and Wanda for sharing them with us.

Guest		20-Jan-2005 01:15
nice, you are back again!

Jim McKinlock		20-Jan-2005 01:11
Bill, I love this shot of you on Wes's site. http://www.pbase.com/wes242/image/38757458 It looks like you are having way too much fun.

James Lundy		19-Jan-2005 04:32
Yeah! You two are back! I hope that you both have had a safe trip. I was almost starting to get worried about you guys.

mataho		06-Jan-2005 03:40
Your pictures from the last week are fantastic...Happy New Year!

David		02-Jan-2005 18:53
This site is truly an inspiration. Wanda is a wonderful, elegant subject. How lucky you are with her patience and poise. Bill your work inspires me to take more and improved people pictures. Thanks for continuing on and improving with each passing week. I only wish I had the backdrops for my photography, which you have for yours. A mountain here, and an open field there and a great home really add to ambiance of the gallery. Thanks for adding many positive notes to 2004. May this year bring you much joy and happiness. Dave

Martin Murphy		30-Dec-2004 11:55
Bill, You are a nicer guy then most. Since you have his IP, you could do a few nasty things to their pc, especially after that revolting threat was made. But I guess that�s what separates you from him/her.

larz		29-Dec-2004 17:29
Hi Bill & Wanda, I've been following your project for a while now and just wanted to comment on how much I enjoy it. I see several things in this project. First, I see two people who appear to be best friends. This comes through in Wanda's relaxed nature in front of the camera and the different ways in which Bill sees her. It's obvious that you find your wife beautiful and it comes through in your apprach, something that is ofen missing in these types of shots. This appears to have evoked a jealousy in someone, but evokes envy in me. I wish I had a situation where I had that comfort and respect level. Second, Bill, you're WAY beyond me in photography and I appreciate your comments with the images. It helps me learn and try new things. Good luck in this and all of your following projects. Larry "Larz" Yerxa

Ron Peregrim		29-Dec-2004 15:04
I think that the guest was most likely in his teens and just harassed you because he was getting a kick out of doing it and getting a reaction from everyone,It was hard not to respond back to him because he was so irritating,I think that he liked your gallery and was telling you that you should not be posting pictures of Wanda in hopes that you would post more revealing photos just to show him that you could and there would not be anything that he could do about it,Sort of like reverse psycology.You probably hit the nail on the head about him being a nerd as well.He never would of posted his name because he is a coward,It's always easier to hide behind the guest badge and make nasty comments knowing that you are protected from getting caught,If you look up the word yellow bellied in the dictionary his name is right next to it.:-)

John Nasche		29-Dec-2004 14:52
To Bill and all - I was never attracted to this site because of �guest�s� comments or the responses to them. I visit and return to this site day after day to gaze at (in my opinion), a truly lovely and sensual woman and to enjoy the photography of the artist. Sometimes it is brilliant, sometimes it is �so-so�, but it is always enjoyable, and for that I am grateful. Life is far too short, � and these pleasant moments spent here ease the passing. It is difficult to say who this individual might be and I have puzzled over it for several weeks. I have some strong suspicions to his/her identity, but will not post them for suspicions can be harmful to innocent people. I will say though that I have learned in my life that there are very few perfectly �good� people or perfectly �bad� people. I suspect that whoever this individual is, he/she is probably very much like all of us artists here on PBase; a creative and imaginative individual. I have written some things in the dark lonely hours of the night to this person that I am somewhat ashamed of. When I have taken my pain medications I become very �muddle minded� and tend to react with my emotions for I am a very powerfully emotional man and keep them in check when my mind is clear. It was wrong for me to write to this person without being clear headed, although looking over the things I have written I don�t think I ever really stepped over the line. When I am being reactive rather than proactive because of my medications I ignore the fact that all of us have split personalities and identities that are not apparent to those around us, and I ignore the fact that none of us can really understand how and why a man/woman is the way they are without understanding the motivation that guides their actions. We can guess what motivates this person to be so rude, hurtful and antagonistic, but we will really never know unless he/she tells us and is honest about it. Whoever this person is, I wish him/her well, and I hope he/she regains some measure of balance in their life so that it is no longer in their nature to want to upset others.

James Lundy		29-Dec-2004 05:42
Bill and Wanda, I am really sorry that you have had to spend your personal time dealing with things like deleting "guest" comments. I am guessing that was the reason behind the numerous posts, forcing you to "deal" with "guest" by having to delete "it's" comments is some sad way of "guest" having some control over your life and free time by making you click the delete button. I am sorry you had to change to not allowing guests the freedom to post, but sometimes it really can take one to spoil it for everyone, so for the short term it is probably for the best. I continue to enjoy the wonderful images you and Wanda produce together! I am almost willing to guess that the "guest" is someone else in the "all time popular galleries" but I will not mention his name. Peace

Wm. Bates		28-Dec-2004 22:20
I'm not very worried that some idiot from the other side of the world is going to show up on my door step and I don't think any authorities would really care about his silly little threat. He made that post months ago...I put it down as a "so what"...like I'm supposed to be scared???

Ron Peregrim		28-Dec-2004 21:55
Bill,I would also turn his IP over if you still have it,Anyone that would make a threat like that is a sick person and I wouldn't put it past him to show up on your doorstep someday,Let him explain it to the FBI since it is permanantly captured on his hard drive,It won't take them long to track him down and there is no way he can deny anything he has posted to your site.A threat is a threat and to some it could be considered a form of Terroism.Can we say Federal offense.

Jim McKinlock		28-Dec-2004 21:24
Bill, I think you have been more than reasonable and tolerant. I would have turned off the guest comments along time ago. I wasn't aware that he had threatened you and Wanda in such a horrible way. If you have his IP from your tracking software, I wouldn't hesitate to turn it over to the police. This is a sick person that needs psychiatric care. I'm sorry that you and Wanda have had to put up with so much from him. Jim

Wm. Bates		28-Dec-2004 18:42
Well I have gone a cleaned up the trash left by "guest". Now I want to talk about our desperate little guest. I have no idea what I ever did to him to cause him to be such a pain in the ass. I guess what I did isn't really the issue. I find it interesting he complained about me deleting any negative post. Something I really have never done. You can find many negative post on my pictures. He complained about me censoring the post. Well yes I did delete the 100's of silly "censorship is wrong" posts. I just finished getting rid of the "mom's boobs again" post. I did delete the post when he said, "I know where you live. I'm going to break down your door. I'm going to kill you big bear William but first I'm going to rape Wanda and chop her into little pieces while you watch." That one was a little over the top. All the post he put up that had the "F word" were deleted. I gave him more than enough chance to be reasonable. For the past month I didn't delete a single post. Of course he went on with the "your censoring posts...censorship is bad". I ignored him and let his post stay. Having the post remain just seemed to make him madder and to get crazier. He really wanted the post deleted. He really wants this gallery censored. He complained about me deleting negative post. When I let all post stay what did he start to do? He post the same word over and over again a thousand times plus in the same post. Then he posted that same post over and over again. Why did he do it? He did it because he found that it would shut down the comments section on my galleries. I guess we now all know who want this gallery censored don't we. Now it gets interesting. He did post once how because my gallery is popular it made other really good photographers to be ignored here on PBase. Anybody want to bet his gallery was the one being ignored. Some how some one being more popular or getting more hits was a real issue with him. Maybe he needs a better subject or maybe he should learn to take better photos. Maybe if he shared with us the link to his gallery we would all see the light and give him the votes that he seems to need to feed his damaged ego. This poor little individual can't stand that some galleries are better than his. Most of all he can't stand that people say nice things and others can read those comments. So he had to make sure people couldn't read them. I think we call that censorship. And guest is the one wanting things to be censored. Well until we can find a solution to him not being able to post then guest comments will remain off. I'm hoping we can find a way to just block this one individual. The good part is he hasn't the guts to post from his PBase account. He is a little yellow wanker. What a poor soul and individual he most be.

MARK KOEPPEN		28-Dec-2004 16:09
Bill & Wanda, I, like numerous others, love your work and appreciate your narratives. It is your art form. Mr. 'GUEST' has nothing to provide for a critique. I think we'd like to see what his 'experience' offers besides destructive criticism.

Ron Peregrim		28-Dec-2004 15:07
Bill about the only thing that our background noise has gotten right with everyone of his posts would be that you are a master,And just like the comment earlier,If you don't like what you are looking at then why would you return everyday to make a comment,Positive or Negative?I have gotten some nasty comments on my gallery also but all I have t do is turn off my guest comment section,One comment in paticular was about my son who is disabled and just so our backgroud noise will know that if I could find out who he is he wouldn't be a happy camper.It's one thing to make a comment on my photography but when my family is attacked it is personal.

Wm. Bates		28-Dec-2004 14:59
Well guest earned a permanent ban from my sight. Not because of anything he said in his post but because he started to post huge things over and over effectively closing down the comment section. I have no idea why he wants the comment section closed to all but PBase subscribers but that has been his goal from the beginning. We are exploring with slug ways to have his IP permanently banned from PBase (which I feel would be the best solution) or what would really make me happy would be to block guest from being able to post comment but still allow non PBase users to read the comments posted by PBase subscribers. Until we come up with a good solution the comments section will be closed to non PBase subscribers. Because of "guests" action I feel no reason to leave any of his post up on my galleries. So I am going to delete all his stupid childish comments. Yes guest you are now right I will censor your comments.

Jim McKinlock		28-Dec-2004 08:14
After Wanda's last post I was all fired up to respond but after reading Cougar, Revans, and John's response I don't think I can say my feelings any better than they have already, I agree whole heartedly. Jim

John Nasche		28-Dec-2004 06:47
Revans2, I also agree with every word of your post and echo them. As an addition I also would like to say that Wanda is not �pretty�, but beautiful indeed. I sincerely think that �guest� (and sometimes other folks) confuse �beauty� with physical attractiveness. Yes, Wanda is physically attractive, but if one looks deeper into both hers and Bill�s images (yes, Bills images � see http://www.pbase.com/slowpokebill/image/33383742 as an excellent example), one can see what true beauty is all about. True beauty is not about physical attributes; � (the ugliest woman that I�ve ever known in my life was also probably the most physically attractive.), true beauty is about the joy and love in ones life that is reflected from both Bill and Wanda day after day, week after week and month after month in this gallery. To Bill I am eternally grateful, for he re-inspired me in my own personal life to once more look for the BEAUTY around me. To Wanda I am eternally grateful for providing Bill with the vehicle in her being there for him to allow him to do it. So yes Revans2, Wanda is pretty, � she is physically attractive, � and she is beautiful. Do you know what�s cool? Bill saw it first and shared it with us. Sorry for the 2 long posts Bill, � the meds again. Thank God for spell checker.

John Nasche		28-Dec-2004 06:46
Cougar_61, an excellent post to be sure, but I think Mr. / Ms. (insert gender of choice) Guest is around a little more than you may realize. I personally have not done a search on PBase for nude wives, so I can�t know from personal experience if your statement that he does not heckle and attempt to harass other men taking photos of their wives is valid or not. I have however seen first hand on other sites how �guest� has harassed and heckled other photographers. After posting here on Mr. Bates site a time or two (with appropriate brown nosing comments because Mr. Bates contributes to my income and livelihood in a very real and powerful way so I MUST brown nose), �guest� saw fit to visit my PBase as well. Since the majority of the images on my site are semi nude or nude images of professional models or former clients, �guest� must have been in orgasmic ecstasy for he immediately started posting his filth. In no way were his comments related to photography, but to the physical appearance of the subjects. Mr. Bates is a far more patient man than I am. (Notice the appropriate brown nosing? I haven�t received my check in the mail yet and this is a gentle reminder.) I politely and calmly explained to Mr. / Ms. Guest that on my site I was God, deleted his / her filth and turned off the comments from folks that are not logged in. I hated to do this, for legitimate guests often have valuable input, � negative or positive. If Mr. / Ms. Guest had offered comments on the photography, (including the posing of the subjects), I would never have deleted the posts. Critical posts about the size / shape / appearance of female breasts and pubic hair or lack of has nothing to do with photography.

Wm. Bates		28-Dec-2004 05:26
Revans2, thank you for the encouragement and kind words.

revans2		28-Dec-2004 05:16
Bill & Wanda I would just like to thank you both for your photo a day project. first, Bill thanks for your expertise and complex understanding of the use of light and camera equipment. All of your photos show us that you are a true professional. Your project is to learn how to photograph people. Bill you have done a great job at this. The photos speak for themself. I have seen all of your photos that you have on pbase and have seen most the post as well. I have new camera equipment thanks to you (I think?)and have a whole new understanding of how to capture that spontaneous photo. Wanda you have provided an unparalleled backdrop as a guinea pig for Bills project. From the desolate landscapes to your warm home you met the challenges and you met them flawlessly. I will repeat The photos speak for themself. You once said that " I am not pretty " your right. You are beautiful. Your qualities and loveliness of your beauty have been shown in the photos. I will repeat The photos speak for themself. With this you will find criticism. this comes from the jealous, the untalented, uncreative, non artistic. The critic ( one inclined to find fault ) is the same type that would say Neil Diamond, Celine Dion, or Alan Jackson when they first started out would not have a chance in hell with their poetry. The songs speak for themself. In sending this to you both the critic will as expected now come after me. In my rebuttal to the critic. The purpose of this project has been met. The photos speak for themself. Thanks Bill & Wanda Keep up the flawless work.

Wm. Bates		28-Dec-2004 05:04
Good post Cougar. A large part of this project was for me to learn the lighting and retouching techniques need for taking glamour photos. Most all the techniques I use have been discussed at one time or another as the project has gone along. Of course having a very attractive model like Wanda makes it very easy to get a great photo. The great outcome of this project is that I'm beginning to get request from woman to take glamour and boudoir photos. They are very willing to pay me to take their picture. There is no higher, and more flattering, form of praise than to have a very pretty woman tell you she saw some photos you took of one of her friends and how much she liked them and she wants you to do the same for her.

cougar_61		28-Dec-2004 04:28
Okay, I have been inspired to post once again. It seems as if some people have missed the object of this PAD. It is to practice, to share, to inspire to take better photos. It is to take something or someone and make it more. More than just a setting, more than just a person. ANYONE can take a bad picture, it isn't hard. But to take a good one, and then make it better, is art. How many models, or movie stars have you seen without make up or photo retouch, and still look like movie stars? For every good one, I bet you can find a bad one. If everyone was always beautiful, there be no need for make up artist, photo retouch, proper lighting, etc, that goes to support a movie, or a photo shoot. What Bill has done, he has taken a woman that in HIS eyes, shows how HE sees her, not you. Many here, share Bill's image of her. He, IMHO has caught her inner beauty and so, it can't help but to shine forth outwardly. Some, it seems, just don't see it. Sooo, they act like the hecklers that going to a magic show, and yell 'it's fake'. Come on, do you really think a building has disappeared? No, but you enjoy the presentation. So why don't you enjoy the show, instead of screaming and yelling 'censorship!' 'Porn' 'Wife's Breasts!!' I have gone to a lot of pbase galleries looking for nudes of wives just to see if some comments were wide spread, and you know what? There are PLENTY of 'naked pictures of the wife' here, but do you know what I found lacking? A guest yelling "How could you?!!" in almost any of them. Clearly, this place has become a place where many are attracted to Bill's work and Wanda, if you are not attracted to this place, then everytime you return, you prove me right, despite your ramblings. It's like going to a fast food place, eating the food, and telling everyone in the place how the food sucks, but the next day, you show up and eat again. Like it or not, if you show up here every day, this place has become your home on net. And with every negative posting, you become more and more like the tired old person that sits in the corner of the fast food place everyday, mumbling how the food is so bad. But none of the staff or customers pay any attention to that person anymore because the complainer lost all creditability the moment they returned for more. And just like that person, you'll fade into the backgound to become ambient noise. And Bill and Wanda, keep it the good work. Just think of the negative comments as the ginger that refreshes the palette in order to enjoy the positive or comstructive ones. P.S. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

Wanda		28-Dec-2004 03:27
Somewhere along the line the purpose of this project seems to have been forgotten. As is so eloquently pointed out in the previous post, I am not "pretty". Never claimed to be. The point of the project is to learn how to photograph people. Bill and I have both appreciated the input from fellow photographers who are interested in being helpful. Bill has learned a lot about photographing humans during this project and I am proud to have been here as his willing guinea pig. Thanks to all of you who have shared your constructive criticism with us.

Wm. Bates		28-Dec-2004 00:05
To the guest wanting to post a picture into the comments. If you would just include the link to the photo in your comment I will allow it to stay. I kind of thought the image was cute. I'm sorry but I can't allow images from other websites to be posted in my forum/comment section. If you are aware of the "terms of use agreement" that we all sign when signing up for PBase then you understand. I'm responsible for what is posted in my galleries. I won't bend the rules.

Jim Mullen		27-Dec-2004 22:22
Mr. Guest, should behave. The comedic relief I receive from him is second only to the education in technique I am receiving from you, Bill. Thanks. Jim

Wm. Bates		27-Dec-2004 21:11
Sorry guest...you were not willing to obey the rules and continued to try to post an image that wasn't yours. If you continue I will be forced, as the moderator of this forum, to close the guest comments.

Wm. Bates		27-Dec-2004 21:07
Unless you are the copyright holder to an image (the photographer that took the image) you will not be allowed to post to a PBase forum. It is against the terms and agreements of use of PBase. Those are not my rules, those are PBase rules.

Garrett		27-Dec-2004 20:54
Bill, The most surprising thing I have read is that you are not a professional photographer. I had no idea! If an "amateur" like you can do such sensational work, there is hope for thos of us who carry around cameras but with much less talent. Good job! What are you planning when this year is up? Garrett

Wm. Bates		27-Dec-2004 14:41
We have slipped a little here in the last few days and started to reply to "guest". Again I would remind people to not directly reply or attack our unfortunate "guest". If you want to talk about guest...like he wasn't in the room...among yourselves, that is fine. Replying directly to him is a no-no. There is no reason to pay him any attention. "Guest" is just background noise which we give no attention.

Ron Peregrim		26-Dec-2004 03:48
Keep up the good work Bill,You are an inspiration to all of us.(Brown nosing aside).:-)

tracker109		26-Dec-2004 02:40
Mr. Guest ...this is my last response ever...Something to think about...If I were the photographer and hired a true pro like Wanda say for $1,000 a day, and if I had Bill's talent to capture Wanda like this....Wouldn't you agree that these photos are pretty damn good? You are stuck up on this wife thing....Wanda is not available so, get over it....Some people have different views; I have never seen anything posted here that was nasty, offensive, or rated x....So,....get a life....jerry

tracker109		26-Dec-2004 01:57
You are wrong Mr.Guest.. It is not only Wanda's body, but her blue eyes and smile. This is crafted by an excellent photographer to capture her in the best way. If you ever tried to even take a photo you would know what skill and eye it takes to do so....Look at all of Bill's work...And I am not a brown noser...I see good work and call it like I see it ..If you don't like it, why do you keep coming back? jerry

Ron Geur		25-Dec-2004 22:24
Bill and Wanda, it must be "lonely" being at the top of the PBase all-time most popular heap. It�s a true testament to the validity of your #1 gallery-ranking when even your most strident critics are seemingly obsessed with viewing and commenting on your images on a daily basis. You must be doing something right. Best wishes for a peaceful Holiday Season. Ron

marklake		25-Dec-2004 21:08
You need to keep the academic thinking to a minimum Guest - what is it you are trying to say? :-) Have a Happy New Year all!

marklake		25-Dec-2004 21:07
You nee to keep the academic thinking to a minimum Guest - what is it you are trying to say? :-) Have a Happy New Year all!

Lisa Feuer		25-Dec-2004 20:22
Guest, you are funny.

Ron Peregrim		25-Dec-2004 17:32
Bill and Wanda,MERRY X-MAS:-)

tracker109		25-Dec-2004 05:35
Hey guest, Wanda has a real private message for you.....go to 9/30 ,,,it is for you jackass....merry xmas.....

tracker109		25-Dec-2004 05:21
hey guest: wanda is beautiful and you are a little boy.....go home....jerry

tracker109		25-Dec-2004 05:19
merry xmas guest....you are a loser......js

tracker109		25-Dec-2004 05:17
guest...give it up...you are a loser....

tracker109		25-Dec-2004 04:32
guest get back under your rock...

Lisa Feuer		25-Dec-2004 03:29
I love it how the Guest can be rude, but I make a comment and the coward guest tells ME off? Pfffffffffffffffffffffft. Anyway...these photos are wonderful, and the project is a beautiful thing. Actually quite romantic...how much in love the Bates's are. Guests...kindly pipe down.

tracker109		25-Dec-2004 01:34
Guest...shut up and learn to spell. I am going to tell you mother to lock you out of your basement room....lol and Merry xmas everybody...even you little boy guest....jerry

isleman		24-Dec-2004 16:08
Correction on my favorites from below.........left handed and all I am sure you understand the mistake. Should be............ 4/12, 5/6, 6/5, 6/12, 8/2, 8/19, 9/23, 9/29, 10/28, 11/07, 11/11, 11/14, 11/25, & *12/15* No wonder you