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Comment on Photo Alterations Can Damage Credibility and Undermine an Image’s Message by Crystal Borde

Crystal Borde — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:26:41 +0000

Thanks for sharing that article, Kathy! Photo altering images is definitely not a new thing in the fashion world, but can have long-lasting effects on how the photo subject and viewers see themselves. This is further proof why we should be cautious when editing photographs and avoid changing the story expressed in the original image.

Comment on Photo Alterations Can Damage Credibility and Undermine an Image’s Message by Kathy Keller

Kathy Keller — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:12:17 +0000

Along the same lines… this article is another example of how photo re-touching and altering can change the meaning of an image:
http://www.care2.com/causes/womens-rights/blog/the-camera-doesn-t-lie-or-does-it-extreme-photo-retouching-of-plus-size-model-shocks/

Comment on BP’s Gulf Coast Oil Spill PR Blunders Offer Crisis Response Lessons by Photo Alterations Can Damage Credibility and Undermine An Image’s Message « Vanguard Communications InSites | Blogging for Social Change

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:04:45 +0000

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Comment on Advocacy Video Campaign Idea Courtesy of the Old Spice Man by The New Thinking Behind the Old Spice Viral Campaign « Vanguard Communications InSites | Blogging for Social Change

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 19:20:04 +0000

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Comment on Little Typos Can Lead to Big Problems by Chris Connelly

Chris Connelly — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 15:48:00 +0000

Well, Tammy, consider me embarrassed. As the person responsible for a proofread prior to publishing (and believe me, given the subject matter of the post, I paid particularly close attention), that’s one that I should have caught. Kudos to your keen eye! Updated – and my hat tips to you.

It just goes to show that even when looking specifically for typos and grammatical errors, they can still slip through. I’m reminded, in this instance, of this graphic that I saw at Bits & Pieces. The brain does tricky things when it wants to read things a certain way – which can contribute to editing challenges. In this instance, mine insisted that it actually read “have” instead of “has” – thanks for pointing it out.

Comment on Little Typos Can Lead to Big Problems by Tammy Apitzsch

Tammy Apitzsch — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 06:06:16 +0000

I feel your pain. I also find typos everywhere and they bother me to a point that is probably not even rational. Imagine my amusement to find a typo in this very article! You write, “…I have learned two tricks that has saved me from many a lazy typo.” One trick would make the use of “has” correct. Two tricks requires use of the word “have”. Intentional mistake? Goodness, I hope not. I guess my best tip would be to have a third party read an article prior to publishing I’m in the market for a proofing gig…interested?

Comment on Facebook’s Information Tracking Policies Have Ramifications for Individuals and Organizations by Social Media Safeguards: Protect Yourself as Information Sharing Increases « Vanguard Communications InSites | Blogging for Social Change

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:49:45 +0000

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Comment on Four Facts to Consider Before Using foursquare for Advocacy by Social Media Safeguards: Protect Yourself as Information Sharing Increases « Vanguard Communications InSites | Blogging for Social Change

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:10:12 +0000

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Comment on The Benefits of Integrating foursquare with Advocacy by Social Media Safeguards: Protect Yourself as Information Sharing Increases « Vanguard Communications InSites | Blogging for Social Change

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:08:03 +0000

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Comment on Twitter Apps for Public Relations Professionals by tr

tr — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:06:06 +0000

I also use TweetStats to measure my most popular phrases, times I publish, number of tweets, retweets etc