FEUsers Fractal Image Modification Theme

The WFMT was begun by Robert Kearney in 2002 but is now maintained by
Eileen Sealavendre who has been a list member since November 11, 2003.

For the Weekly Fractal Modification Theme (WFMT), an image will be sent to the group via the mailing list. Members can then improve and/or show alternate visions of the fractal image, and post the results back to the list.

The FEUser list members have unique skills, preferences, and visions. Some artists are drawn to soft fractals, other hard. Some prefer light colors, other dark. Some artists do a lot of post-processing work, others none. For this exercise we will concentrate on both post-processing techniques as well as spot file manipulation using the same image/spot file. If you want to only modify the spot file or post-process that is fine, if you wish to participate in both exercises that is also fine. You do not have to participate at all if you do not wish to. The fun part about this is that we all get to see the results of the diverse tastes and techniques of our fellow FE fractalists. Members have tricks and skills which, often unthinkingly, are used over and over. The purpose of the WFMT is to highlight different visions and expose techniques.

The fractals to be modified will be collected from list members and provided back to the group anonymously. None of the list members other than the manager of WFMT will know who provided the fractal. So each week someone will receive feedback (anonymously) on one of his or her fractals.

The rules are more involved than monthly themes and are listed directly below. Guidelines on how to submit a fractal to be used as the original work as well as a Q and A for questions that have popped up can be found here.

Type 1: Rules for WFMT Spot file Images
1.	Once modified, all images and spot files will be sent through the list using the subject line of the original post.
2.	Entries should look similar enough to the original fractal that anyone could look at it and say to themselves "this image came from this spot file".
3.	For this type of submission you do not manipulate the image with an outside program. Therefore you should send in the spot file along with your finished image so people can look at the changes you made.
4.	All finished fractal images sent in should follow the guidelines set on the FEUsers FAQ page in regards to file size, image size, and image type...and yes they count against your five-per-day limit.
5.	Unlike monthly theme images, weekly theme images will be just added to the main galleries.
6.	No, there are no prizes for doing this, nor any winners. This is mainly to help other members learn how to post-process their fractals and make their images stand out and be noticed. :-)
7.	There is no set deadline for these themes, however, it is expected that once a new WFMT image/spot is sent through to the list that everyone will concentrate on the new image.

Type 1: Rules for WFMT Post-Processed Images
1.	Once edited, all images will be sent through the list using the subject line of the original post.
2.	Entries should include an explanation of which program was used to edit the image along with any plug-ins/actions used. Some parameters of the plug-ins/actions are encouraged to be sent in as well, but this is not mandatory. Remember, though, that any extra information will help other members learn more about the post-processing process. The goal is to provide enough information so that someone else can follow your recipe and come out with very similar results. If you know, it is also helpful to state why you made specific choices.
3.	For this type of submission you only manipulate the image. Therefore, no spot file is needed.
4.	All finished fractal images sent in should follow the guidelines set on the FEUsers FAQ page in regards to file size, image size, and image type...and yes they count against your five-per-day limit.
5.	Unlike monthly theme images, weekly theme images will be just added to the main galleries.
6.	No, there are no prizes for doing this, nor any winners. This is mainly to help other members learn how to post-process their fractals and make their images stand out and be noticed. :-)
7.	There is no set deadline for these themes, however, it is expected that once a new WFMT image/spot is sent through to the list that everyone will concentrate on the new image.