how long does it take for art i submitted to be approved?

[pjtaper]

Mods,

Submitted an OG on Sunday and I still do not see it listed?????
It is a Marq Spusta print and was wondering whhy it has not been added????


3 days is LONG ENOUGH!!

What is the DEAL???

The mods are too busy dealing with drama, removing very important threads(EBAY DONKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!), and sending out threatening PMs.

[downbytheriver]

Mods,

Submitted an OG on Sunday and I still do not see it listed?????
It is a Marq Spusta print and was wondering whhy it has not been added????


3 days is LONG ENOUGH!!

What is the DEAL???

The mods are too busy dealing with drama, removing very important threads(EBAY DONKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!), and sending out threatening PMs.

...or cherry picking the ones they want to take credit for...have you seen that yet?

Wait, I better make that seem like its not possible else I may get booted - finally.

errata:

...or not cherry picking the ones they don't want to take credit for...you haven't seen that yet.

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One would think that a member who's been here since 03 would know this already but.....

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[pjtaper]

I have added stuff that takes WEEKS
I can say, without question, the mods play favorites when uploading art into the database...
among MANY other things too... I wish they didn't have such a hard on for what I post in my signature...

I mean,

flowers, butterflies, happy thoughts.

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The sig needs jeseus.

[pjtaper]

The sig needs jeseus.

who?

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Jeebus.

[starkiller]

Thank you for your submission.

I submitted art to the EB Art Guide. How long will it take to get it approved?

Also please refer to the Adding art to the ExpressoBeans Art Guide for submission guidelines

Yes, forum moderation does take time away from the volunteers who help maintain the site. Of course if we had less forum moderation to do, then that time can be better served doing other more important things like reviewing & approving submisions and maintaining the database.

[Yamar]

It also really doesn't help when you're talking about a VOLUNTEER staff and being that it's a time when lots of people are taking vacations, going on tour, trying to enjoy their summer in the free time, etc. Basically, there are a lot fewer of us around (such as I just got back from just under 2 weeks out with the family) and that equates to less hours being put in. Combine that with a more active than normal moderating segment that is asking for attention and less time (a LOT less) is going to things like new art and auction tracking, which is said since that is both the purpose and the way in which the site is mostly sustained.
To address another point mentioned, I can't say with 100% certainty that favorites aren't played in approving art, although I really think you're overthinking how we look at the submission list if you do. If it doesn't have a title, yes - I'm gonna skip it for something that in the name list looks like it has the potential to be easily approved. Wouldn't you want to make the most of your time and get a dozen correctly submitted pieces approved instead of maybe getting one done in the same time because you need to find all the info about it since the submitter gave none? Got news for ya - it happens that way more often than not. Also, if I'm approving stuff, it's normally because I have just submitted a whole bunch of new pieces by a specific artist. I know that mine have been formatted right, so I approve those first. If I finish 'em off and have time left to give, I'll look for those that are structured right first, then move down the list. Simple fact too is that popular artists or bands will get done first too - because they are just that. A new Fairey print, bands like Phish or Pearl Jam on tour - the weekly or nightly prints will be approved faster, I'd almost guarantee it.
That said, I'd suggest you look at your own life. If someone is making your life more difficult - friend, neighbor, co-worker, client, boss, etc. - are you more apt to help them out first or someone who appears to be making your job easier? Be honest - I know where my inclination is and I admit that. A more pleasant experience will get better service in return. So yes, if you're being a cause of loss of my time or energy then I may choose to go to something else first. These are my personal thoughts and approaches - definitely not the whole of the team. But maybe it gives a little insight as to the why of things. Being a benefit to the site in a positive way breeds a lot better feelings to one's self than those who bring it down... and no, I'm not some dirty hippie saying that

[pjtaper]

It also really doesn't help when you're talking about a VOLUNTEER staff and being that it's a time when lots of people are taking vacations, going on tour, trying to enjoy their summer in the free time, etc. Basically, there are a lot fewer of us around (such as I just got back from just under 2 weeks out with the family) and that equates to less hours being put in. Combine that with a more active than normal moderating segment that is asking for attention and less time (a LOT less) is going to things like new art and auction tracking, which is said since that is both the purpose and the way in which the site is mostly sustained.
To address another point mentioned, I can't say with 100% certainty that favorites aren't played in approving art, although I really think you're overthinking how we look at the submission list if you do. If it doesn't have a title, yes - I'm gonna skip it for something that in the name list looks like it has the potential to be easily approved. Wouldn't you want to make the most of your time and get a dozen correctly submitted pieces approved instead of maybe getting one done in the same time because you need to find all the info about it since the submitter gave none? Got news for ya - it happens that way more often than not. Also, if I'm approving stuff, it's normally because I have just submitted a whole bunch of new pieces by a specific artist. I know that mine have been formatted right, so I approve those first. If I finish 'em off and have time left to give, I'll look for those that are structured right first, then move down the list. Simple fact too is that popular artists or bands will get done first too - because they are just that. A new Fairey print, bands like Phish or Pearl Jam on tour - the weekly or nightly prints will be approved faster, I'd almost guarantee it.
That said, I'd suggest you look at your own life. If someone is making your life more difficult - friend, neighbor, co-worker, client, boss, etc. - are you more apt to help them out first or someone who appears to be making your job easier? Be honest - I know where my inclination is and I admit that. A more pleasant experience will get better service in return. So yes, if you're being a cause of loss of my time or energy then I may choose to go to something else first. These are my personal thoughts and approaches - definitely not the whole of the team. But maybe it gives a little insight as to the why of things. Being a benefit to the site in a positive way breeds a lot better feelings to one's self than those who bring it down... and no, I'm not some dirty hippie saying that

thanks for explaining!

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[aahnutz]

I play favorites. If an artist has submitted new art to be approved, I take care of that first. I also pay attention to release dates. If a print is being released today or within the week, I give that priority. Unfortunately, I haven't had much time to approve any new art recently. Other things on the site have taken away the time I would normally dedicate to that. And it's summer, I'm on vacation for the next five weeks, and I've just wasted three minutes responding to a question that has already been answered many times.

[Yamar]

nutz makes another fine point -- if an artist is taking the time to submit their own material, I'll make it a priority if I see it. Kind of the least we can do to help out when the creator is making the effort...

[roo]

To be fair i reckon the EB team should get 1 week holiday a year on top of there normal holiday,s from there day jobs paid by us the members of EB for the work and effort they put in. From the short time i have been a member here i have nothing but respect and gratitude for the work that is done. See this is what happens when i stop smoking i get all deep and sincere

[pjtaper]

I have added stuff that takes WEEKS
I can say, without question, the mods play favorites when uploading art into the database...
among MANY other things too... I wish they didn't have such a hard on for what I post in my signature...

I mean,

flowers, butterflies, happy thoughts.

I don't want to say all the mods are unfair and play favorites. some are very fair and always helpful. wish they all were!