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Hello member of the Hastings Photographic Group.
For some time there has been quite heated discussion on the merits of a grading system for our print and digital competitions. There are a number of factors to consider before introducing such a system.

You are invited to participate in this short survey.It will take approximately 5 Minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Harry Bryant at 65824036 or by email at the email address specified below.
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Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

 
 
 
As a member of the Hastings Photographic Group please tick the level of photographic skills you currently possess? You can tick more than one responses.
 
Absolute Beginner
 
Have learned a few skills but consider myself mainly a novice.
 
I have never been awarded a credit or a distinction in an HPG Competition.
 
I have been awarded one of more Credits for an entry.
 
I have been awarded one or more Distinctions for my entries.
 
I have received at least one Judges Choice for a print or digital image
 
 
 
Do you think that the monthly competitions are fair to members of all skills levels in HPG?
 
Yes
 
No

 
 
 
Do you feel at a disadvantage to the more successful photographers in the print and digital image competitions in the HPG?
 
Yes
 
No

 
 
 
Do you think we should have a grading systems where novices are only competing with fellow novices?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
If you answered 'No' to the last Question please go to the next question.
If you answered 'Yes' to the last question. Should there be a Advanced or ('A' Grade) and a Novices (or B Grade)Category in HPG Print and Digital Competitions?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
If the HPG established A and B Grades to the monthly competitions, what method should it use to 'Grade' new members?
 
New members are automatically assigned to the B Grade.
 
New member submits a portfolio of 5 images to the Grading Committee for assessment.
 
New members choose A or B Grade based on their own photographic experience and background.

 
Thank you for your responses which will be considered by the Committee in making a decision on a grading system. Your responses will not disclosed to anyone and the committee will make a decision based on the aggregate results. Harry Bryant
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