Favorite Quote: .............
Favorite Movie: Usual suspects
Favorite Book: ..............
Favorite Bands: IRON MAIDEN, PINK FLOYD
Favorite Songs: THE RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER
Favorite Photoshop Tool: .........
How did you get your PSC nickname?
It was the name of my favourite Film (usual suspects)
What is your real name and age?
Sante, 36
Where are you from and what do you like best about being there?
I'm Italian and love spaghetti and sun
What do you do to keep the bills paid?
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What do you do in your spare time?
Chopping
How did you find PSC, and what do you like most about the site?
I like it very much because it permitt me to work my photo passion
If you could change one thing at PSC, what would it be and why?
I would do every contest anonimous............, but with only the comments visible.
Is there any other information about you would like to pass on?
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How many hours per week do you spend on PSC?
between 8 - 12
What other sites, not Photoshop related, do you like to surf?
no one
What tools do you use to chop?
Intel core duo E4400, 2ghz ram, 8800 gts (512mb dd3), hd 320 gb
What gets your creative juices flowing, how do you create a masterpiece?
I watch the photo for 15 minutes or more and it happens!!!!!!
What inspires you?
it comes alone
Do you have a system? Does a chop have to be done a certain way following steps or are you a messy chopper and just go with the flow?
the second you tell
What style of chop do you prefer to create?
Photo- real, gifs and love black/white
Filters, brushes and techniques: Which do you use, and not use, and why?
I prefear the integration way.
When do you know that you have it just right, or is it constant changes up until, or after, you post?
yes
What is the limit to what you will chop?
no limits, it's important to be correct
Are there any tips and/or tricks that you would like to pass along to less experienced choppers?
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What is your favorite type of source image, and why?
People
There is often talk about how the source is used and to what extent it should be. What are your views on all sources, outside source use and animations?
it is not important, the only important thing is that final result looks good
What is your preferred resource for outside source images?
google
In your opinion what makes a good chop?
a right inspiration
Do you have a system to get things started?
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Have you ever completed a chop and then decided not to enter it in the contest? If so, why?
no!!! I thing that done is done!!!! if my ispiration bring me to a final chop, i have to be proud of it, also if it isn't a great chop. It was always my idea.
After you finish your chop do you just post it or seek opinions of family and/or fellow choppers first?
post it
If some one finds a fault in your work do you change it or stay with what you posted?
if i'm according to him i change. Only minimal changes
What qualities do you look for when deciding to vote on a chop?
execution/idea
Some member prefer not to vote for filtered chops or animations. Is there any particular style/type of chop you won't vote for?
no. I vote if it looks real or if the idea is nice
Time is always a factor, how much time do you spend on a chop and how much time is too much?
the necessary time. It changes every chop.
We all love to get votes. Now are you a constant vote checker or do you just let it go and check once a day? (be honest)
I vote always .
What chop of yours did not do as well as you expected?
My latest chop of pepper can. I hoped for a better place. but art is sobjective.
What do you consider your best chop so far?
it was SENSUAL, i woman body with palm wood
What do you consider your worst chop so far?
it was a long time ago ha ha ha ha
Who is your favorite chopper out there and why?
There are most top choppers that i like. I will tell ya only the number and not the names. betwen 5 and 10.
What do you NOT like to see in a chop, and why not?
vulgar images
What is the best chop of all time?
there are a lot of beautyfull chops.
Do you have any other PSC related comments to add?
Be happy and fun with PSC
