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I haven't read all of the responses, so forgive me if I'm repeating anyone else's ideas.
Since I've been a participant here for some time now, I think I would pay to keep it. I'm not sure I'd pay if I were new here, and didn't know how much I would benefit. Therefore, a free trial period may be useful.
If you don't allow non-paying people to read posts, how will they know what they'll get for their money? Read for free--post for fee.
Here's a major issue. You don't want to discourage well-known pros from participating. I think they should all get free memberships, while guys like me should pay. This reminds me of my chess playing days. All chess tournaments, it seems, waive the entry fee for grandmasters. Everyone else pays. Unfortunately, there's no such measurable level in art. Cynthia would have to decide who has reached a high enough level of skill to be invited to participate for free. A very sticky spot to be in for her. This forum's greatest assets are artists like Marvin, Karin, Igor, Scott, and Tim. If they have to pay to be members, you're shooting yourself in the foot.
That'll be two cents, please.
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