[jocelynaz]

Glad to know I"m not alone with this! LOL! I too have been one who keeps every photo. It's only been in the last couple of weeks that I realized I didn't need ALL of my shots. So I started to slowly go through my files and delete those I didn't want or need. Fortunately, I only started this hobby in April, so I don't have nearly as many files as some of you have. Good thing I realized this sooner than later, eh?

A couple of months ago I came across a thread here on DPS on organizing files. From that thread (can't remember where it is now), I decided on the following format. It has worked wonderfully for me so far. Although, if I ever get into business with photography, I would probably have to tweak my system a bit. But I'll cross that bridge when I come it.

My system is somewhat similar to maxharvard. I've created 3 main folders in my photos directory:

Originals - photos downloaded from camera. I sort pictures by yyyy_mm. Then I have subfolders within these folders by date: yyyymmdd

Modified - any photos I modify I save here with "(mod)" added to the filename (ie: DSC_1220 (mod).jpg). For big events I modify with tons of pictures, I will create a subfolder specific for that event. Otherwise, no other subfolders are created.

Web - any photos for the web or email I save here with "(web)" added to the filename. Same as Modified with regards to subfolders.

HTH give some ideas with organizing. I'm always wanting to learn and grow, so I totally would appreciate and welcome other ideas!

~ Jocelyn