Andrew, I can't agree with your use of the phrase "many members." There is a small number of LFPF members who, after making factually incorrect posts or violating the rules, get 'called out' by others in a polite, civil manner and don't like it. Then they go ballistic. The moderation team there has recently been expanded and announced that it will strictly enforce LFPF guidelines. Since then, things have calmed down to be a quite friendly place where photography views and information can be freely shared.Andrew Plume wrote:...there are many members over on the 'LFPF' who have either indicated or said that they are pretty apprehensive of posting on that forum, because of a few regularly posting hot heads and semi-nutters on there who love nothing other than a quick sharp written skirmish, which often ends up in belittling the original poster. I've often stood back because I don't want to see my rear end get blown off, this forum has an opportunity for those to air their views on here without that happening...
I have always found your forum very welcoming to this guest from across the pond and hope you all continue to thrive here. Conversely, the LFPF is a wonderful place for UK people to visit whenever they want to jump the pond in that direction. May both thrive and cross-pollinate our communities with the best of large format photography.
My best wishes to all for a happy holiday season and safe, prosperous new year.