Avatars
- P.J.Underwood
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Avatars
This is just a thought,as discussed with Lee Hurrell this morning at Oaken Wood.I noticed yesterday that Piers had replaced his avatar with a delightful photo of himself.I thought "How helpful" as now I might recognize him if I meet him in the field, as I think I have done,and also it will act as an aide-memoir-to remembering people's names.I have often thought members ought to go around with a name label,but this seems more sensible,rather than hiding behind some sign of anonimity.So ,I quickly changed mine to a recent photo,and hopefully I will not be continually asked for my name.Thank you Piers!
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I believe that Piers is a big fan of Wagner (the German composer, not the X Factor wannabe, although he may like him too ); hence the avatar!
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You flatter me P.J.U. Aaah, to be compared to the sublime genius that was (is) Richard Wagner! The reality is that I am not fit to gather up the crumbs from under his table. Sadly I look far more stooped, gnarled, and care-worn than the dashing prince in my avatar.
Somewhere we once had a 'Rogues Gallery' thread where people who were brave enough to do so posted photographs of themselves as we may meet them in the field. It was in the 'General' section (although perhaps 'Identification' would have been more appropriate). Naturally, no one looked anything like anyone else imagined that they would (and one was a terrible shock ).
Aaah, here is a link; click on Gosh, what a handsome chap
Here, perhaps, is the opportunity for all those newer members of the community who wish to make their faces known to do so (and perhaps an updated photograph for those of us who are older/wiser/slimmer/more silver/less hirsuit, etc..)
Piers.
Somewhere we once had a 'Rogues Gallery' thread where people who were brave enough to do so posted photographs of themselves as we may meet them in the field. It was in the 'General' section (although perhaps 'Identification' would have been more appropriate). Naturally, no one looked anything like anyone else imagined that they would (and one was a terrible shock ).
Aaah, here is a link; click on Gosh, what a handsome chap
Here, perhaps, is the opportunity for all those newer members of the community who wish to make their faces known to do so (and perhaps an updated photograph for those of us who are older/wiser/slimmer/more silver/less hirsuit, etc..)
Piers.
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I look nothing like my avatar, unless I going out somewhere special
- Lee Hurrell
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Lovely to meet you this morning PJU!P.J.Underwood wrote:This is just a thought,as discussed with Lee Hurrell this morning at Oaken Wood.I noticed yesterday that Piers had replaced his avatar with a delightful photo of himself.I thought "How helpful" as now I might recognize him if I meet him in the field, as I think I have done,and also it will act as an aide-memoir-to remembering people's names.I have often thought members ought to go around with a name label,but this seems more sensible,rather than hiding behind some sign of anonimity.So ,I quickly changed mine to a recent photo,and hopefully I will not be continually asked for my name.Thank you Piers!
P.J.U.
I have just got in and had clocked Pier's avatar before reading your post and having seen a picture of Piers, although not having met him, I realised it wasn't him. I couldn't have told you it was Wagbo though (Sorry Piers).
But I do like the rogue's gallery - I might have to put myself on there I guess!
Cheers
Lee
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You should do that, Lee.
And Piers does himself a dis-service, he is far better looking than he gives himself credit for.
And Piers does himself a dis-service, he is far better looking than he gives himself credit for.
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oh my dear lord!Lee Hurrell wrote:I couldn't have told you it was Wagbo though.
and not before time Hurrell.Lee Hurrell wrote:But I do like the rogue's gallery - I might have to put myself on there I guess!
- P.J.Underwood
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Sorry,I feel it would be such a good service if we could recognize each other as the butterfly fraternity is so small and friendly.Susie is just like her avatar and cannot be mistaken!
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Lol. When I'm not looking rough Mind you, when I was out last Sunday when I saw Lee and Kipper I really did look rough, with all that humidity I looked like I'd put my finger in a plug socket by the time I got home!
Anyway, P.J., I agree that more forum members should put their photos up as avatars. I like yours, it's a good likeness.
Anyway, P.J., I agree that more forum members should put their photos up as avatars. I like yours, it's a good likeness.
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I like the idea of being able to recognise people that are on the forums as I'm a relative newbie...if only I could actually work out how to set up my own avatar?
Have a goodun
Wurzel
Have a goodun
Wurzel
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From a 'recognising people in the field' point of view the mugshot thread is probably a better idea. The avatars on here are pretty small.
There are some great new avatars though!
There are some great new avatars though!
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Gotta love Harry HillPiers wrote:oh my dear lord!Lee Hurrell wrote:I couldn't have told you it was Wagbo though.
Piers wrote:and not before time Hurrell.Lee Hurrell wrote:But I do like the rogue's gallery - I might have to put myself on there I guess!
Hmmm, then I shall have to find a photo......Susie wrote:You should do that, Lee.
Cheers
Lee
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