BLT420

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Image tagging for Image:Rollyairguitar.jpg

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This is an automated notice by OrphanBot. For assistance on the image use policy, see Wikipedia:Media copyright questions. 22:15, 4 May 2007 (UTC)

Image use policy

Hi BLT420. I've seen you upload the same image of Rolly with a ton of different licenses now, and under different names. I understand that you believe this is the only available picture of this person, and that it will be impossible to replace with a free license one. In that case, {{promophoto}} is probably the best license, but you do have to acknowledge where you found it and you have to write a 'fair use rationale'. It's all described in the template. The Marty Friedman image might be yours, but it looks like a professional picture (so if you took it, take that as a compliment!). It also has a small border that indicates that it was taken from a website somewhere. If the image is indeed yours, you can re-upload it, but preferably without a border. State that it's yours, and where and when you took it, as specific as possible, so people are more likely to believe you. It also helps if you can upload the image with metadata (when you've downloaded it from your camera, it contains some information about the date, the camera type, etc. that automatically is inserted at the bottom of the image description page. It's possibly frustrating for you to jump through so many hoops if the image is indeed yours, but we really need to make sure we get the right license for every image. --JoanneB 13:51, 5 May 2007 (UTC)

Image:Rollyairguitar.jpg

Hi, yesterday I left you (on your other account) a message about this image being a non-free image which could be replaced by a free image. After which you stated it could be deleted, which I did. When I saw it being recreated I did the same. I won't delete the image anymore but I will put a template on it which states that this image could be replaced by a free content image. Since Rolly Teranishi is a living person, the picture could be replaced IMO by a free picture. See also Wikipedia:Non-free content criteria. Please add {{Replaceable fair use disputed | Your reason why a free replacement is not available}} on the image. Then the closing admin will decide if the image can be kept or not. Since I already deleted the image once and to avoid a conflict of interest, I won't be the deciding admin. Hope this helps, Garion96 (talk) 18:56, 5 May 2007 (UTC)

Basically it means that wikipedia is a free content encyclopedia. Everything, including images, can be modified, sold, made fun of whatever. That is one of the basics of wikipedia. Fair use or non-free images are an exception to that. Since they are not released under a free license, we can't modify, sell whatever to those images. That's why we really want to limit fair use images. Only fair use images (this is more my opinion) which are truly irreplacable should be on wikipedia. Like this iconic image Image:WW2 Iwo Jima flag raising.jpg which can't be replaced by a free content image. The image Image:Rollyairguitar.jpg you uploaded could be replaced by a free content image. Someone could take a photo of him at a concert, someone could ask his managent agency for a free content image, someone could meet him and ask if he can take his picture. So the image is not irreplecable which is why, not by me, the image probably will be deleted. Hope this explains it, if not, feel free to leave me a message on my talk page. Garion96 (talk) 09:55, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

The Adopt-a-User program

Hi, I understand you are a little confused about Wikipedia policies. Maybe it would do you good if you get Wiki-adopted by a more experienced user who will teach you the ropes. Here is a list of Wikipedians seeking to adopt new / inexperienced users. If you have doubts, ask around. But more importantly, try to read any Wikipedia policy page you come across. Good luck! :) - TwoOars ^{(T | C)} 09:41, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

Um, no problem at all, but I think you are being too sensitive. All those people above are much more experienced than you and me; all they did was point out what was wrong with the things you did. But it probably comes out as a little curt because of the inherent drawbacks in the medium. Do not take criticism so personally. You get a lot of shit on wikipedia. Keep Cool. :) - TwoOars ^{(T | C)} 09:56, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

Hello

i was wondering if you could adopt me? i have been getting alot of complaints and i need to learn the ropes. i also need someone who can help constantly, so if you cannot, or just dont want to, please let me know asap so i may find another. thank you. BLT420 09:57, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

Yes, I can adopt you. Usually I'm on Wikipedia every day, so I'll normally reply to any questions you may have quickly :).

Do you have any questions at the moment?

Cheers- CattleGirl ^{talk | sign!} 10:08, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

yes, its kinda a question, im really just wondering how it works, since i dont understand the wiki pages on it. i upload an image that i dont know what type of copyright to it. everybody keeps complaining, and i didnt think it would be a big thing [1]. im really wondering how i can resolve this without any disputes. i have the rights to post it, just not sure how to. also, thatnks for adopting me! BLT420 10:23, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

You're welcome :)

Images isn't really my strong point, but I can try to help you...

You've already started resolvign it without disputes, you've been asking people for help, which is great.

To determine the right copyright...

Where did you get the image from? Was it published on a website, did you take it yourself, and if so, can you provide evidence that you own the photo copyright?

I know all of this may seem daunting at first- image copyrights tend to be complex, and we've got pretty strict rules on the copyrights allowed on here. Hang in there :), no one's trying to pick a fight or anything- just trying to help you find the right licensing.

I hope that helped you for now, and I look forward to your reply so we can check out this image licensing :)

Cheers- CattleGirl ^{talk | sign!} 10:34, 6 May 2007 (UTC)

i have learned alot about wiki over the last couple days. i have cleared up my copyright infringements, and added a litle bit more. thank you soo much for adopting me but i think i may be able to go on my own. if its ok, i would still like to have you as a refence, but i dont believe i have any more questions about wiki. thank you soo much for your support!! BLT420 08:52, 18 May 2007 (UTC)

Oh, well done! That's ok- if you have any questions, just ask! Cheers- CattleGirl ^{talk | sign!} 08:56, 18 May 2007 (UTC)

Marty image

Hi, I noticed you added your own picture, the licensing and description are fine now! Kind regards, --JoanneB 08:40, 18 May 2007 (UTC)

Hey! It would be very nice if you could also upload the image to wikimedia commons, so that I can use it on other language versions of wikipedia. --SneakyAce 14:05, 27 May 2007 (UTC)

Congratulations on your picture of Marty, I’ve been looking for one forever, thanks for helping out. Adumbvoget 02:22, 29 May 2007 (UTC)

Hey, I agree with SneakyAce ! I have been writing both megadeth's page and megadeth's musicians articles on the french wikipedia, and i would like to add your pic on marty's page ! Regards

I have uploaded it to the wikimedia commons, just i am not sure how to put it in categorys so everybody can find it. if anyone can help me, i would appreciate it!! BLT420 17:28, 1 June 2007 (UTC)

Talk pages

Hi BLT, regarding this edit: [2]. This is not a good idea: never remove templates like those from talk pages: the biography templates make it easier to keep track of biographies. Also, when you write a comment like that, on the bottom of a talk page for instance, try to be more specific: what warning is bogus, according to you, and why? --JoanneB 11:03, 18 May 2007 (UTC)

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SlamTV! Episodes

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Adult Swim task force

I have created an AS taskforce, and am proposing that the Metalocalypse WikiProject be merged. What do you think? - The New Age Retro Hippie used Ruler! Now, he can figure out the length of things easily. 20:35, 5 January 2009 (UTC)