Sayonara!

Gallery: WildlifePosted January 7, 2013417 views13 comments

Sayonara!

Hey all...this is my first post in years as "just" an NPN member. Meaning - I have resigned as one of the moderators in the NPN Wildlife Gallery (and Forum).

While it's always more sensational and (for some) fun to come up with a drama-filled story about what's behind any departure from a position, the truth is far more bland and positive. After putting food on the table, my primary motivation as a full-time professional photographer has always been conservation. Like everyone, I only have so much time for pro bono work (it may come as news to many of you that being moderator on NPN does NOT command a 6-figure salary - it's a voluntary position). And, because I have more and more commitments to conservation causes every day, something had to give. Which means I'm officially gone and at the same time burdening Lon and Vincent with more of the share of the work in this gallery! Sorry guys!

I've really enjoyed my time moderating in this gallery - it was a very good use of my time. And I learned a lot. I hope others did too.

Oh, and BTW, I not about to quit posting images or commenting on those of others here in this gallery. And, odds are, those posts and comments will be as long-winded as usual!

So, from most folks' perspective very little will change...

Anyway...cheers all and I wish everyone a great 2013 - both behind your camera (and computer) and in life!

Brad

Comments

13 comments

Comment posted by Jerry Austin on January 7, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Sorry to learn that you will not be moderating any longer. However, I do understand the time demands you spoke of. I sometimes refer to it at QTL. Quality Time Left. We only have so much QTL. Use it to further the things important to you. I have learned a great deal from you. Thanks for sharing your gifts with all of us. Good luck.

Registered on January 6, 2012, 651 Posts, 3448 Comments

Comment posted by Luke Ormand on January 7, 2013 at 7:42 PM

Thanks for all you've done - really appreciate it and I'm sure you have a full plate ahead of you.

As for the image... it's a little lacking in sharpness!

Registered on February 4, 2009, 1093 Posts, 7035 Comments

Comment posted by Carol Nichols on January 7, 2013 at 9:03 PM

Well...if you have to leave your moderating position, you certainly have picked a most worthwhile replacement for the use of your time. Thank goodness for you and others who are dedicated to conservation so that we all may continue to enjoy the wildlife and nature around us. I'm really glad you'll still be posting images/comments as I enjoy seeing/reading them so much. Thanks for being a magnificent moderator.

Registered on November 7, 2007, 161 Posts, 1420 Comments

Comment posted by Richard Olsen on January 7, 2013 at 10:17 PM

Cool photo Brad,

Thanks for the time you've spent making this forum a better place. Secondly, I hope you continue your comentary on future photos posted. I've enjoyed them and they've helped me lots in my photography.

Registered on October 19, 2006, 306 Posts, 1571 Comments

Comment posted by Guy Runco on January 8, 2013 at 12:15 AM

Thank you for your time as moderator Brad, sad news for all of us but great news for the conservation community and the causes that you champion. Glad to hear that you'll still be posting and critiquing though, your wildlife photos are in a league of their own and your suggestions and comments are just priceless. Cool paw shot, by the way

Registered on September 9, 2008, 77 Posts, 705 Comments

Comment posted by Vincent Grafhorst on January 8, 2013 at 12:20 AM

Dear Brad, once again, we hate to see you go! Of course I respect your decision and would like to thank you for a great few years co-moderating the Wildlife Gallery with you, it was a pleasure working with you. Moreover, you were a true asset to this Gallery and many people, including myself, have learnt a lot from Brad Hill. Your inspiring images and insightful comments and truly helpful critiques will be missed. I wish you all the best with your photography career and conservation work and hope we will see you around in the NPN Wildlife Gallery in the future.
Cheers,

Vincent

Registered on February 24, 2006, 504 Posts, 7203 Comments

Comment posted by Jagdeep Rajput on January 8, 2013 at 11:57 AM

Dear Brad,
I always enjoyed your in depth comments n critique. They have always been very helpful, informative and friendly. You did a great job as a moderator and will surely be missed. It's a big consolation that we will get to see your images n comments.

All the best for your new ventures in the new year!
Jagdeep Rajput

Registered on April 29, 2008, 686 Posts, 2857 Comments

Comment posted by Mario Moreno on January 8, 2013 at 12:23 PM

I hope it's for the best Brad .......

Super image Brad !!

Registered on January 24, 2012, 163 Posts, 369 Comments

Comment posted by Ajit Huilgol on January 10, 2013 at 6:26 AM

I can't believe you are going away, Brad. Your expert comments meant so much to me, personally, and to a lot of guys who post in this section, I'm sure. I don't mind saying that when you commented, positively or negatively, on any of my images, it felt good, and was a great learning tool. And, it came free, as well! Thank you for the journey, and God bless!

Registered on December 19, 2008, 302 Posts, 2055 Comments

Comment posted by Ellen deBoer on January 13, 2013 at 5:49 AM

Thanks Brad! Sorry to read you are no longer in the moderator team, but I can understand your decision. I always loved to get comments from you and read those on the other photos in this gallery. Like Vincent already pointed out your comments always had something extra to learn from. I hope we will still be able to enjoy your own inspiring photos with the long stories to accompany them!

Registered on March 16, 2006, 419 Posts, 2076 Comments

Comment posted by Brad Hill on January 13, 2013 at 8:29 AM

Hey all,

Thanks so much for all your positive comments. Heck, if I knew that y'all would say such nice things when I left, I would have done so YEARS AGO!

A recurring theme seems to be the hope that I continue to hang out and say a few things. Yep, that's not going to change...you'll continue to see images, commentaries, and critiques from me in the future.

Thanks again - and see you around!

Brad

Registered on May 29, 2007, 431 Posts, 6061 Comments

Comment posted by Ken Archer on January 15, 2013 at 4:26 PM

A fitting departing photo Brad! I've been away for a little bit and miised this piece of news when you posted it. You did a wonderful job as a moderator. Your beautiful images, comments and suggestion were always thoughtful and educational. I am happy to know you will still be posting photos and comments here.

Ken Archer

Registered on October 28, 2004, 222 Posts, 6683 Comments

Comment posted by Joe James on January 16, 2013 at 9:57 PM

Thanks so much for all of the time and energy you've put into this site over the years Brad! I've really appreciated your comments and posts. Looking forward to seeing more great images in your new role as a "regular" member.

BTW - Really cool (and appropriate) image!

Registered on November 20, 2009, 89 Posts, 808 Comments