Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Paolo (Paul) Benedetti


 * The following discussion is an archived debate of the proposed deletion of the article below. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as the article's talk page or in a deletion review).  No further edits should be made to this page.

The result was   delete. Clear consensus among established editors arguing based on policy and guidelines that this article should be deleted. Davewild (talk) 09:08, 16 January 2011 (UTC)

Paolo (Paul) Benedetti

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Somewhat spammy blatant autobiography about an "aquatic designer". Several external links but, correct me if I am wrong, do any of these links actually talk about the guy? &mdash; RHaworth 22:05, 8 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Delete Self created article and fails notability for inclusion.  Jørdan 03:45, 9 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Note: This debate has been included in the list of Businesspeople-related deletion discussions.  -- • Gene93k (talk) 20:34, 9 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Speedy delete as pure spam. I've looked at some of the available (to me) links, and some of them do seem to discuss his work. Unfortunately, they were written by him. As to the article, I've not seen such a load of puffery in some time. "Benedetti is the consummate innovator, who has designed & created a number of industry firsts." "Paolo has experienced Carnival in Venice, Italy." (So bloody what?) "He has explored the House & Gardens of the Virgin Mary (her last known residence)" (It's news to me that any of her residences other than an unidentified stable were known at all.) I won't go on. I will just point out that this is an encyclopaedia, not AboutUs or LinkedIn. The author of the article uses the subject's name as his/her username. If the author is indeed Mr Benedetti, I would point him to WP:COI. If not, he/she is liable to be blocked for impersonation. If this is a bit of paid-for article creation, I would advise Mr Benedetti that he has a good case for asking for a refund. Peridon (talk) 23:22, 11 January 2011 (UTC)
 * Delete for all the above reasons. But lets AGF with the editor and offer instruction rather than affront; he likely doesn't really understand WP. Yopienso (talk) 16:31, 12 January 2011 (UTC)

This page is very informative and should be saved. Paul has done good work when we have worked with him. 66.245.217.83 (talk) 02:19, 13 January 2011 (UTC) Charles Hartsog Soils Engineer US Soils
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I vote to save this page. Someday, Paolo's works will be coveted like Frank Lloyd Wright's works are today. '''If you are unhappy with the format of the content, then edit it to your liking. He is obviously a talented individual & published author.'''Samouel bernstein (talk) 22:28, 11 January 2011 (UTC)Samouel Bernstein
 * == SAVE THIS PAGE!! ==

It would be a shame for Wikipedia to lose this information. Paolo is a great individual with obvious talent, and his work will be remembered. Questar Pools (talk) 23:14, 11 January 2011 (UTC)Questar Pools
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In my opinion Paolo is one of the most talented watershapers working in the industry at this time. His technical skills are virtually unmatched anywhere, and his attention to even the finest of details sets him apart from the rest. His demand for perfection, coupled with his insatiable quest for knowledge result in breathtaking masterpieces that will last a lifetime.Fluid Dynamics Pools (talk) 05:51, 12 January 2011 (UTC) Fluid Dynamics Pools
 * == I vote to save this page - SAVE THIS PAGE ==

Keep this page! Having known Paolo since 1998 I have witnessed his tremendous talent and innovative designs first hand. He is a true artist, working with water as his medium. Many of his ideas have been incorporated in others work. He is an industry leader and visonary! Brian Van Bower, President, Aquatic Consultants, Inc. and Genesis 3, Inc. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 65.3.64.46 (talk) 13:37, 12 January 2011 (UTC)
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Paoulo Benedetti and Aquatics Techonology are a true resource for pool design and construction,and loosing his Wikipedia page would be a great loss for anyone connected to this industry
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 * == Paulo Benedetti and Aquatics Technology ==

24.4.116.101 (talk) 14:42, 12 January 2011 (UTC)Dale Foster Laticrete International

This page is a good resource for the pool industry. With so many industry " experts" its becomes hard to find people with whom the general pool public can rely on. Paul is one people.74.88.154.248 (talk) 13:45, 13 January 2011 (UTC)William T Drakeley
 * == I also agree to SAVE THIS PAGE. ==

Mr. Benedetti is one of the most gifted watershape designers working in the field today. Watershaping, meaning the design and construction of pools, spas, fountains, streams, ponds, sculpture and water features, etc. is nothing less than an architectural art form that is gaining greater and greater recognition as a specific design discipline. Benedetti's wonderfully creative work is an important example of how and why "watershaping" or "water architecture" is such a vibrant and exciting field. -- Eric Herman, editor WaterShapes Magazine. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 76.168.112.33 (talk) 19:55, 12 January 2011 (UTC)
 * == As Editor of WaterShapes magazine, I also vote to Save this page. ==

This page is provides multiple benefits to the user, (I) it is truthful and informative; (II) it is an accurate depiction of a living person that is one the largest contributers to the watershaping industry; (III) It provides excellent links to the myriad of published works written by, about, or for Paulo Benedetti; Although typical, there is not a rule that an artist cannot become well known until after their passing. Paul, is an Icon to our industry, he contributes to the success of all those who wish to learn from a master in his field, and his writings, his works, and his pursuit of excellence in his field is matched by no other. Leave this page here, as it only strengthens our industry, and the increases the legitimacy of your encyclopedia. ---Rick Chafey -Owner- Red Rock Pools and Spas, and Red Rock Contractors - AZ --- —Preceding unsigned comment added by 70.171.196.75 (talk) 13:20, 14 January 2011 (UTC)
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Please Note
To all the new accounts posting here: This is not a head count. It is a discussion. Posts that merely say 'I like him' or something similar will probably be disregarded - see WP:ILIKEIT. As there is a very similar style in some of the above posts, may I draw everyone's attention to WP:SOCK - a quaintly named link to Wikipedia's policy on sockpuppetry? This refers to the use of multiple accounts to try to influence discussions. I am not saying that this is going on, but just in case anyone has the idea of trying it, please look at this policy first. Contravening it can lead to loss of editing privileges. And to all again, please read two more policies: WP:SPAM, our policy on advertising, and WP:NPOV which is about Neutral Point of View and encyclopaedic style. Thank you all. Peridon (talk) 19:52, 14 January 2011 (UTC)
 * It is not even "all the new accounts" - it was all done by two edits by IP addresses.
 * No, to be fair, a lot of these comments were posted on the article talk page by different IPs and accounts, and then moved here in bulk by an IP. JohnCD (talk) 21:52, 14 January 2011 (UTC)


 * Delete. Wikipedia is not LinkedIn, and is not for promotion, still less self-promotion. References show that he is in the pool business and writes prolifically in glossy pool magazines, and he evidently has a loyal fan-club, but I do not see encyclopedic notability. JohnCD (talk) 20:15, 14 January 2011 (UTC)
 * The above discussion is preserved as an archive of the debate. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as the article's talk page or in a deletion review). No further edits should be made to this page.