imho I feel that the guys who give so much inspiration, help to others whom they have inspired, encouragement even when we rank amateurs know that we have posted something of which only the poster can be proud of, should have therir 15 minutes of fame. I havent been in the forum for long but have recognised pretty quick that there is a standard of astrophotography here that is exceptional.
Lets give back something to those who are on hand to help others. If thats the form of recognition by way of a voting competition, then I see no harm in it and don't believe that this was suggested to be a serious competition anyhow. The calendar is an awesome idea too. I say lets do both
