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Why Don't You Just Shoot Yourself?

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Swap Coordinator:PennyArcade (contact)
Swap categories: Paper Goods  Art  Photography 
Number of people in swap:36
Location:Other
Type:None
Last day to signup/drop:July 20, 2007
Date items must be sent by:August 20, 2007
Number of swap partners:5
Description:

Your self portrait, that is!

I often times wish I knew who I was swapping with, don't you? A profile can only tell you so much, but I go with the old adage that "a picture is worth a thousand words."

So, your mission, if you choose to accept it..... is to take at least one self portrait, glue it on a sturdy 4x6 cardboard, slap a postcard stamp on it and mail it away!

If you are shy, insecure, or just un-photogenic (like yours truly)remember- a self-portrait doesn't have to be of your face or whole body. It can be an eye, a hand, or your shoes. Anything goes, as long it is you taking a picture of your favorite subject...you! Please keep it tasteful, I'm not looking to see anyones "special bits," if you know what I'm driving at.

There will be 5 partners for this swap, so we get to know what 5 of our lovely/ handsome swappers get to look like. You can take 5 different shots, or just take one and send the same on to 5 people.

This will be INTERNATIONAL, so be prepared to actually go to the post office, and maybe to spend more on postage for our friends around the world. Just remember, they would do it for you.

This is a fairly low-risk swap, so I will let in ratings of 4.25 and above, (lower if you plead your case) and newbies are welcome- as we all have to start somewhere.

I will be monitoring profiles closely, and if your profile looks shady, I will boot you- with an explanation.
It's just not fair to other good swappers.

Most importantly, Have FUN!

Discussion

lkforman 06/13/2007 #

Ooh Penny Arcade you have outdone yourself with this one! Love love love it!! I'm in!!

PennyArcade 06/21/2007 #

I am stoked that so many people have joined already! WOO-HOO!

HeideC 06/22/2007 #

Me and my big toe are in!

PennyArcade 06/22/2007 #

haha! awesome!!!

DazzleGuts 07/ 1/2007 #

Can this include self-portrait as artwork, ie. drawing, painting, etc?

PennyArcade 07/ 2/2007 #

you know dazzle guts, i think that woulld be a fine idea! go for it :)

user8111 07/11/2007 #

Do we have to send it postcard style or can we just back it in cardstock and send in an envelope?

beckra 07/12/2007 #

My photo lab will print pictures right on cardstock as postcards, so mine wouldn't be as hand-made looking.... Would that be okay? I'm interested in this swap (and I like the way you phrased it, Penny Arcade), but I want to make sure that I am staying within the guidelines....

PennyArcade 07/13/2007 #

i think that would be great beckra! where can you get that done? it doesn't matter if it is handmade looking, just as long as its a self-portrait postcard :)

beckra 07/14/2007 #

Thanks for the go-head, Penny Arcade! If other people are interested in having their photos printed as postcards directly, you can visit winkflash.com....

PennyArcade 07/16/2007 #

i just shot myself last night :)

Trischi 07/18/2007 #

I had my friend to shoot me (could'nt bring mwself to do it, ooooow no)- is that okay?

PennyArcade 07/21/2007 #

hey hey! Your partners have been assigned! I'm really excited. I hope everyone has fun with this!!!

and trish......you should TRY shooting yourself, you have awhile to practice. give it a try...you might get addicted!

PennyArcade 07/21/2007 #

arrrrg, i mean trisCh...egad! sorry!

carmen 07/21/2007 #

OOPS! I am in the middle of packing, so I am putting the photos in very attractive plastic sleeves, with uber-cool address labels. Is anyone going to hate me for not making actual postcards? You can see me through the envie. Should I tear them apart and start over?

Manifest 07/24/2007 #

roshueglasses, lshannon, dotdot, Shannybo63 and Trisch McMillan--your postcards went out Saturday.

PennyArcade 07/24/2007 #

carmen: that would seem like a waste of valuable packing time, im sure no one would mind!

MookieFairstone 07/24/2007 #

I've got my picture, now I just have to do some mounting :-)

MookieFairstone 07/24/2007 #

What do you folks use to adhere the photos to the cardboard?

MeyRosly 07/24/2007 #

my jingsaw puzzle is on it's way 2 Kimber + beckra + Starwatcher + psychosomat1c + sweet1.hola!!

MookieFairstone 07/26/2007 #

The mailman took all my postcards today...so keep your eyes peeled!

beckra 07/26/2007 #

Mine are on their way! Thanks for hosting, Penny Arcade!

Trischi 07/31/2007 #

carmen! :) got yours today, totally loved it, including your funny stories and the plastic wrapping- it only made it extra-cool.

Rhiannon 08/ 6/2007 #

I sent off mine. I used our homeprinter with postcard stock. Hope everyone likes.

MeyRosly 08/ 9/2007 #

to : beckra n starwatcher - glad to hear that u already received it! ^_^

HeideC 08/10/2007 #

lshannon, Mookie, Shechanges, chelle523, & carmen yours are on the way.

flutterby 08/13/2007 #

Postcards finally on their way from England to: Liz, PaisleyBabe, pickle, LolaLane & miss sophie :)

PennyArcade 08/20/2007 #

just GENTLE reminder- the swaps were due today..... hope y'all got them out or will be getting them out soon. I will be sending "personalized" reminders tomorrow!!

firebirdgirl65 08/26/2007 #

Sorry I am a little late but will be gettingthem out Monday Tuesday the lastest Waffle House is INSANE Lately anyone need a job???????

PennyArcade 08/27/2007 #

Hey there, It has become apparent that a few of you will not be getting your swaps from a few folks. I will be angel-ing in the next 2 weeks, I just have get get my "due" swaps out first. Never fear, I will get them out soon! Thanks for your patience in advance!

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