Hi Reinardina
I know exactly what you you mean regarding 'nice' - I have sunconciously avoided voting on some photos regardless of their quality simply as I feel uneasy looking at them (more in the way of 'what message is a picture provoking in others' as I think photographers have a responsibility in what they publish in public spaces).

I think technical qualities generally shine through, though I know a high resolution image allows better judgement.

Of my work, I guess those that have called for more creativity and skill in catching the light just right become natural favourites, though I am also very pleased by the 'Just Press Start' series I am doing, because of the challenge in motivating the eye around a picture.

I guess as a starving artist any selection process would hinge around composition, technical ability (and not camera spec) and commercial promise (including what would look good on a wall).

Hoping for the Email too - best of luck
Andy