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I wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone for sharing in the making of this project. That's true of both the subjects who sat for me as well as all of you who have come here each day to see my work. A couple of years ago when I finished my first daily 365 project, I said it was the best thing I had done. However as I'm sitting here posting the 365th portrait, I can honestly say that this series has taken that title. I don't think I could be more proud of my progress and overall work this year. The whole thing has been a wonderful experience; meeting and interacting with all of you as well as actually taking the photos. I now have dozens of new people in my life that I'm lucky enough to call my friends. |
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Just what I'd hoped for. A fitting end to a fabulous year. Thanks, Bill. |
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Well, you couldn't have done it without you, either |
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Congratulations, Bill Wadman. A very fine ending to a wonderful project. Best wishes for a great 2008! |
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well done, bill. |
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This is a genius finish! Congratulations! Your hard work has been an inspiration. |
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Thank you so much for your efforts over this year - surely no easy task. I have really enjoyed looking at a new portrait each day, and I know I'm going to miss it in 2008! |
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Bill, this is a wonderful end to a phenomenal project. I wish you all the best in taking this effort to the next level in 2008! |
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congrats mate! |
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You are a true artist. Your effort alone to keep this real is an achievement; that you pulled off this project with such skill adds even more to your accomplishments. Much love to you and Andrea. Happy 2008 to you both. XXOO |
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Damnit don't stop now! |
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What a fitting portrait! It is just as I had hoped as well, and better. With your hard work and talents you gave us viewers an exceptional opportunity to see and feel. It has been a gift! Thank you for it. |
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Very well done. Congratulations. Happy new year! |
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Bravo, Bill! Here's to a job well done. The kind of dedication it takes to see this kind of thing through is very rare. I salute you and your efforts. |
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Congratulations. Your project was a great compagnion to me. |
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Congrats, Bill! Even in Ghent, Belgium, we were eager to see another picture appear every day. |
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Congratulations! Great work all year round and a happy 2008! |
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wow...so that's the end. |
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Thanks so much for sharing your work with us all this past year, Bill. Your journey continues to inspire me and I look forward to seeing what you come up with next. |
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Congrats! Congrats! I am one of your loyal subjects and a fan. |
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Thank you very much for 365 extraordinary photos! I'm glad I found this project quite early this year and could visit this site each day. |
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I had a feeling you might end this with a self portrait. As usual, you've created an interesting and wonderfully creative photograph. |
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You've set the bar on this project Billy. Congrats and Happy New Year. |
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Congratulations! It's 365, what's next? I'm in China, I like your photos and your project, it's interesting! |
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Congrats, an awesome project. You should be very proud. |
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Congratulations Bill. What a beautiful,interesting year you gave us. I was looking forward to your daily photos, OH my how this will be missed. |
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Congratulations! |
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Awesome, stunning.............there aren't enough superlatives!!!! |
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I would definitely buy that book, I've been watching since early on in February, and I feel like I'm a part of this project now - even though the only contribution I've made was my daily visit to see the new addition to your collection. For some reason, each and every portrait has not only become a part of me, but has inspired me as an artist to improve my art every day. Thanks for letting us into your life in this manner, Bill. |
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A hearty congrats from Korea, billwadman. Job well done. |
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I will miss checking in on your work. Yours is the only blog I have ever checked regularly. As I mentioned on my blog, you have re-lit my desire to cary out long term projects. Thank you and I wish you all the success that you can handle. Happy New Year. |
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ah Bill. there you are. |
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Bill, we feel privileged to have been a part of your project. You deserve all the success that comes from this and we hope that will be a lot! |
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I have truly enjoyed checking in every day to see the latest addition to the collection. As a subject, it was great meeting you in person and seeing how the magic happen s behind and in front of the camera. I'm excited to see what comes next for you. |
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Thank you for 365 days of awesomeness and for including me in this incredible project. This shot is the perfect ending. Congrats! |
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Thank you Bill for letting me be part of something really special. Congratulations. As someone commented earlier, each one of these portraits is really unique and that's a credit to your great talent. This last one is amazing!!! I look forward to following anything else you will be working on in the future. |
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Mate....I have to say I have so enjoyed your venture and can I say thank you so much for it.....Dont know what Im going to do when I first visit my computer every day ....you were always the first website I visited....I will miss it very much indeed.....Can I also make a comment about your last photograph......Possibly the best one (they do say leave the best till last)...Most impressed....Once again thank you and may I wish you the very best ....and not just in 2008 Cheers .....Steve Dixon....... |
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Thank goodness it is your face that finishes this wonderful project!! Its a perfect ending to a perfect idea. Whether or not you know it, your work is an inspiration for many of us. 364 of us were lucky enough to share in this and can keep the memories of our shoot forever. Much thanks to your sister, whose hard work shows on every photo. |
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Great stuff all year ... and a perfect ending. I would hope that when the book comes out some details of how portraits were lit, what you used, how you shot it would be included. Your style and command of light is wonderful. |
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Congratulations, Bill. What an amazing journey resulting in a spectacular body of work. Thank you for allowing me to participate and to be inspired by these each and every day. |
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What a fabulous finish to another wonderful project, Billy! It has been thoroughly enjoyable to view your portraits each day and, like so many others, I will miss that. A year ago you had an idea and a vision. You have devoted the past 365 days to taking the photographs and perfecting them and you have posted an original and inventive work product day after day. I commend you on your high standards of achievement and your dedication to completing this project. No one is more proud of you than I am. You've walked the walk, Bill. You never cease to amaze me. |
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Thanks to The Times (London U.K.) for recommending your web site earlier this year. Your project has rekindled my enthusiasm for getting off my butt and taking photographs. I wish you well in your search for a publisher and wish i could make my mum as proud. |
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Awesome! |
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Thank you for publishing your fantastic work here. All the best for the new year. I am sure exhibition and book will be a success. I look forward to the book.. |
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Congratulations on a great year and a great project, Bill. And happy new year! |
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Happy New 365 Days! And congratulations, Bill! It's been such a pleasure watching this series grow & progress. Can't wait to see what's next. |
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Congratulations Bill! I cheered when I saw this final portrait, an amazing finish! This has been such a phenomenal project, I will definitely miss checking in each day. |
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Thank you for sharing the raw beauty of so many individuals. I have watched this project throughout 2007 and this is my first post. I have learned much from your introspection and study of light, the subject, the setting, and will truly miss the great titles that have adorned each model. |
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Bill, |
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Billy! |
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Great finish, Bill. Thanks for including me, and thanks for doing this all in the first place. |
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nice touch, bill. bravo, overall |
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Usually people don't get a chance to make a single masterpiece, but I can honestly say you've made a bunch -- this being at the top (for now). You're the most talented guy I know, thank you for letting me be a part of your work. Love you Bill. |
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Congratulations, Bill! Your drive is inspirational. You started out great this year and have grown from there. |
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I must say....Since I have found you on referral a few months ago you have had some very impressive images show skill and vision in your art, but you have really topped yourself with this last one of your project. |
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Happy New Year Bill! I loved how the portraits seemed to become even more personal in the final week, ending with your lovely self portrait. It was an honor to sit for you and I wish you much success in 2008. And I forgive you for saying you're not really into food... |
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and you wondered if it was a success |
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Well done Bill. Looks like a project like this is a great wat to meet people and your heroes! Which is your favourite portrait? Sitter? |
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Superb ending! Thanks to the cupcakestakethecake blog for leading me here. For better or worse you inspired me to start my own blog. I hope you have a restful early January, as you've earned it. Can't wait for the book. |
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Congratulations, Bill. It's an accomplishment to be proud of for so many reasons. |
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thanks it was a fascinating project to follow |
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Bill, you did it! The self-portrait and the project... I'm very proud of you. Can't wait for the gallery opening! |
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we will miss your daily pics but will be first in line when an exhibit opens one day! thanks again for the beautiful pic right after jonah was born and the fabulous pic of jonah too! 8/28 and 10/10 |
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i have seen some amazing photographs here Bill. Look forward to buying the book when it comes out. Good luck in 2008! |
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Holy 365 goodness! I'm so sad I won't be able to check in every day and see the new additions. Ive so much enjoyed watching and being a part your process AND progress, better with every passing month. Thank you, |
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oh! so lovely! what a fabulous face to end the project on. though I'd like to see it right-side-up or upside-down so I can get a better sense of what's happening in your face. love the framing. |
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what a wonderful finish! Looking forward to seeing what you do next! |
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Yay! I had hoped you'd end with a self-portrait... thanks for such a great project and for all the inspiration. |
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Hey, Hey Heeeeyyy.... wait a minute, waaait aahh minute.. this project is not going into overtime?? You mean you're actually gonna stop this project on the 365th day?? Bill you got to be kiddin' me, you can't just show us all this skill and talent, show this growth in creativity, stoytelling and technique and just stop!!! Com'on Bill, don't be like that, give us 8 no 11 more days maaaan! lol |
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Congratulations on a fantastic project! It was a great idea and a great execution! I can't wait to see what you next project will be! |
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Bill, congratulations on the completion of 365 Portraits! |
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I'm not gonna' lie. I was totally expecting a picture of yourself for the last one. But. I wasn't expecting a picture of yourself through a large format camera. Always mixin' it up. Anyway, great, as always. You've inspired me to start my own 52 portrait project (I live in a small town, so finding a new person to photograph every day would be a bit too much). Hopefully the publishing and gallery action works out. With a portfolio like this though, I suspect you'll have no trouble. |
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Your commitment to this project is inspirational and overwhelming. I have felt guilty stealing five minutes each day with you and your subjects as the quality has been exceptional and I can only imagine how many hours a day you spent on each portrait! I would LOVE to purchase this book when it is published - 10 copies even, just to give to my friends and family. So don't forget to distribute to Australia!! |
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I really like this picture. It is a fine portrait of a fine photographer. It shows the person and the persons interest. But...the image is upside down! |
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I haven't posted too much here, but I can honestly say it's been a joy finding a new amazing portrait in my inbox every morning! |
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Hey buddy, Congratz to a job well done, and thank you for including me and making me feel 200% beautiful! We're all ready to see this project gain more fame, GOOD LUCK! |
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great way to end it Bill. I'm honored that I was able to be a subject for you! |
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Bravo! Checking your site everyday was my ritual for nearly a year. I hope 2008 goes well for you, and I'm looking forward to anything else you do. Best wishes from CA! |
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I'm actually in London right now, but wanted to say that this, like the 364 others, is am amazing shot. I'm honored to have been a part of the project, and think yours is truly an example of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. Congratulations, and I look forward to seeing both what you do with this project, and what your next one is. |
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congratulations, bill! wishing you ever-new creative adventures this year! |
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Congratulations on successfully completing a very worthwhile project.I am happy to have a small part in it. Like so many others, I will miss the daily anticipation and reward of viewing your site, like a year long advent calender. How about a 366 Portrait project - there is a leap year in 2008. |
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It's rare to see such a gifted photographer's work and we hope to be part of helping your career grow. Best in 2008! |
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I've made it a point to visit your project every time i get a spare moment... This last portrait is one of my favourites - I've never seen something quite like it... original, well executed, and with superb light to top it off. I hope to see your work published in the future, as every one of your portraits is inspiring. |
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It's been great fun watching this project evolve. I pray you find a publisher worthy of your talent, and that the new year brings you all the blessings you deserve. |
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ENCORE! |
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Bill, once again: a great project with wonderful images. I am still every day watching your work. Goodluck with the book and / or expo and thank you for inspiring me to start a likewise project. |
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Congratulations for your work. It´s been a pleasure to see your photos everyday. |
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A truly impressive and inspiring collection. Well done |
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My biggest regret is to having gotten involved with this website sooner. I heard about it in June and started following it there after. It has realy given me a little something to look forward to each day. |
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Congratulations. And as we say in Korea... |
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Nice work, babe. |
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Awesome portraits-great ideas and techniques to learn from. Your subjects were just as great! Congratulations on the completion of. |
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Sadly, was only tipped to your magnificent project by Boo in the last few days, did not see it unfold day by day. But now as I slowly view a portion each day, I am struck by the natural and uncontrived appearance of these remarkable people. Both the known as well as those previously unknown to us. I look forward to seeing your exhibit in NYC and book published. (Ps. That Boo person would make an excellent future subject.) |
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Happy New Year, Bill. You have excelled yourself. I was struck by Sarah's message - no harm at all in cruising on the crest of your wave for a while. You deserve it. Love to you and Andrea. xx |
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Thanks Bill for all the memories described by your fine art. |
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It was great to be part of this project, Bill. You did fantastic work. I am both amazed and sad to think that more than a year has passed since this project began. I am eager to see what happens next! |
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I loved the discipline and commitment of this project, matched only by your openness as a person. Like you, it’s a disarming whole, and a remarkable art experience. Congratulations, and thank you. |
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lovely to meet you. |
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Bravo! Thanks for letting me be a part of something so spectacular. And you picked the perfect ending -- beautifully done. |
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A brilliant end to a brilliant year. Shine on, you crazy diamond. |
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congratulations, Bill! Thanks for a beautiful, fun, and entertaining year. I don't know you, but I'm really going to miss you. |
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One of the highlights of my daily RSS feed crawl. But all things must pass. |
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"To make an end is to make a new beginning. The end is where we start from." |
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Nice Martini Shot, Bill. Congrats and Bravo! |
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Congratulations on achieving something truly special. I can't thank you enough for the daily inspiration. The photos were, in the end, all interesting, and more often than not they were absolutely sublime. I'll miss this. |
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Happy New Year Bill. It's been an honour to be a part of this. It's a profound achievement and one, I hope, that will lead to new adventures. But first, take a day or two off. Well done sir. simon x |
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Great job, Bill. It was wonderful to be a part of such a unique project. Thanks for the opportunity! |
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Nice finish, Bill. I feel priviledged to have been included among some esteemed subjects. It's encouraging to see an artist follow through with a project that is actually valuable, noteworthy, well respected, and true to his character. |
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Hi Bill, I have watched every day since I heard about the project in spring, I have (like many others) never commented, but I just want to add my congratulations on the project's completion and my huge admiration for your photographs; You've heard it plenty I'm sure, but I'll really miss your daily portraits. |
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I am so sad to see the end of this project. |
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congratulations on an amazing project. |
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Bill, I've been marvelling at your wonderful photographs and your dedication to the craft since Yahoo Picks pointed me in your direction several months ago. I have the utmost respect for you and your fabulous work. Congratulations on a well planned and well executed project. I wish you the best in your future endeavors and will eagerly await further projects from you. |
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Billy (always Billy to me) - I am very proud of you as you should be for yourself. What you have done here truly comes from within (your heart). You are a very creative, talented and genuinely nice person and now that you have shared all that with over 365 people there is no stopping you now - go for it. |
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I have to say , all through the month of december i was feeling kinda sad seeing the end of this great poroject approach .... Its been a great year , and an outstanding effort . Well done bill , Loved this place .... Loved ur works ... |
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I was happy to play a small part and buy you pizza |
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What a GREAT way to wrap up. I've enjoyed this project SO much; both watching and participating. Many thanks. And best of luck with the next step. Hope we keep in touch. |
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Congrats! I checked this each day; I love people-watching. |
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Bill, congratulations on completing a truly remarkable project! |
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Congrats I hope to see your book published ! |
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Adding my congratulations. Well done, Bill. |
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Hi Bill! |
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Bill: Congratulations on completing the project, and for allowing me to participate as one of your 365 subjects. It was an honour to be a part of it, thanks again, and it was great to meet you last June in NYC. Good luck with the potential book deal! - Randy |
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you are so talented, bill. i'm sorry to see the end of 365 - but i look forward to your next venture! you are always an inspiration. |
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good job baby cakes |
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i am an observation addict. your pictures provided so much enjoyment throughout the year. i will miss it. |
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j'aime bien partie avec.......... |
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Congratulations!! |
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Congratulations on finishing your project, and thanks for giving me the chance to be a part of it - really a highlight in my year! Best of luck in 2008. |
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Its delightly to see such a large body of work. Each being unique. It inspires. |
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I have just been looking back to the first portraits, and though I don't know all that much about photographie, I could tell that you have grown so much as a photographer this past year. To be completely honest, I am not all that crazy about January nor February, but then, I think you started to understand more what you wanted to show... you show this strangers in such light that one cannot deny their beauty nor the beauty of the picture, ad I felt as though I knew most of them... I would recognize friends, lovers and family in your portraits... I believe that to be truly wonderful and an awesome achievement... I have nothing else to say but how thankful I am of your great work (it gave me something to look forward to every morning before work |
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Interesting project. Too bad im late for it to keep track... |
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What a fabulous project, Cant wait to see what you do in 2009 |
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Well done. A real inspiration. |
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Thanks Bill for letting me see the world though your eyes, your a true inspiration. |
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thank you so much...your an inspiration!!! |
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365 ups red is |
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Thanks Bill, |
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I wish I'd found your site sooner. You have amazing work and I love your perspective. Keep up the great work and fresh thinking. |
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Great to follow, is here a new version for this year? |
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I love your photos. |
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Amazing pictures, absolutely amazing color & depth. If I need pointers on what photos should look like, I'm going to be revisiting this page. |
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Nice collection of photos.Great use of color.... |
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wow this is really good and you should be proud of yourself a perfected picture each day of the year you i can tell that you are really passionate about photography. |
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Incredible work I hope that you continue to build upon what you have done. |
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Awesome work. Keep building on what you have done. I'll be checking from time to time to see what updates have taken place. Once again, great job. |
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Bill, let me first say: great job. |
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This is really cool! I love the photos and you have done a great job with them! I would love to do a project of my own like this since my every-day life is sooo hectic! |