Excellent post Gary...very well put.

I'm with John on this. A photograph is a totally unique creation even in its unedited form and as such should be treated no differently than any other artistic/creative entity regardless of whether or not the creation can be attributed immediately to its creator.

For most people it is probably as John suggests a matter of common sense but the principle should remain that permission should be sought before an image taken by someone else is used. There are billions of images online that can be bought from photo banks if people wish to use them commercially and probably as many covered by free 'commons' use where the photographer has given permission in advance for the image to be used for non commercial purposes so it isn't as though there isn't enough choice already.

The point made by RobL about the internet being free access for all...I agree with totally, despite the trend these days by some to censor free speech they don't like...however this is a totally different issue altogether...free access does not mean, nor was it ever intended to mean freedom to steal another persons creative endeavour.

Took these this evening looking WNW from Northwich just a few seconds apart using a manual lens. First one was too dark so adjusted...second one was lighter but still too dark...third one was almost spot on. Last one was created from v3.

All with K-50 / SMC 80-200 f4.5 at 200mm.

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Agree with all comments above...absolutely first class shots.

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Karlo

+1

Love the subtle pinks and greens as well.

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Karlo

Excellent images those Andrew and as you say a great lens / Tc combo.

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Karlo

Nice shots, very colourful and must have been a fabulous visual experience. Good luck with the competition.

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Karlo

Lovely images John, I like the build up to the sunset near the end.

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Karlo

+1

Some great shots of a likely looking bunch of characters....and best of all? Not a phone or tablet in sight

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Karlo