Thank You

[queenbee288]

Since I received my 580Ex I have been reading the stickies and lurking and reading the responses posted here in this forum. They have really helped me. I also went out and got a gray card. Makes a big difference when not using flash. Today I did some experiments using the advice I have seen here recently. Everything I read fell into place and I was able to properly expose with and without the flash. When I wanted the background more exposed I would adjust the shutter speed and or iso and I could see what you have been talking about. It really felt good. I just wanted to thank all of you who have been posting responses to the flash questions lately. It has really helped me. Especially you Tim. I can tell sometimes that your patience is wearing thin but you do a great job of explaining things. Be aware that even if it appears that the poster doesnt get what you are saying, other lurkers such as I do. Thank you so much.:D

[tim]

I'm glad I was helpful Char :) Sometimes I post in a bit of a rush, i'm usually more patient when i'm at home :)

[queenbee288]

Tim, I didnt mean to imply that you come across impatient or anything, I just mean that sometimes I know it must get frustrating explaining the same thing over and over again. I know I would get frustrated. I just wanted you and the others to know it is appreciated.
This is firt picture that I have taken with my new flash that I have felt good enough about to post. I like it except for that shadow under the chin.

[Digital Louie]

Great picture QBee! It's good to have a willing model. My 10 year old is very willing, when not at dance, recitals, school, friends, etc. I too learn a lot form listening (reading) the posts. Keep posting images.
Shawn

[lostdoggy]

Tim, I didnt mean to imply that you come across impatient or anything, I just mean that sometimes I know it must get frustrating explaining the same thing over and over again. I know I would get frustrated. I just wanted you and the others to know it is appreciated.
This is firt picture that I have taken with my new flash that I have felt good enough about to post. I like it except for that shadow under the chin.

Queenbee did you happen to see ho many post Tim put in only a Year??? He eat stuff this up!!!

[tim]

Tim, I didnt mean to imply that you come across impatient or anything, I just mean that sometimes I know it must get frustrating explaining the same thing over and over again. I know I would get frustrated. I just wanted you and the others to know it is appreciated.
This is firt picture that I have taken with my new flash that I have felt good enough about to post. I like it except for that shadow under the chin.

No, I can be impatient, grumpy, or at times offensive. Glad I can help you though! Nice picture, a reflector underneath the chin might help with the shadows.

Queenbee did you happen to see ho many post Tim put in only a Year??? He eat stuff this up!!!

What's wrong with almost 9K posts in a year? :cool:

[Bad Iron]

I have to agree with Queenbee (Char). I got my 580 last weekend and I read many a thread prior to buying it and still got frustrated. This forum is a great place to get answers. I wouldn't have even known that half of this stuff existed if not for the helpful people here.

BTW Char, try shooting manual (camera settings) with that flash. Maybe you already have.

[tim]

Have a read of this thread too (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=107588), especially the links J Rabin gives. It's pretty damn advanced and not for the feint hearted but IMHO the more you know the better.

I shot a wedding today and to be honest I barely had time to blink, let alone think about NEVEC.

[Bad Iron]

Have a read of this thread too (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=107588), especially the links J Rabin gives. It's pretty damn advanced and not for the feint hearted but IMHO the more you know the better.

I shot a wedding today and to be honest I barely had time to blink, let alone think about NEVEC.

It's way too early to read those now. Maybe later after I perform this brain surgery...
:)

[PacAce]

Have a read of this thread too (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=107588), especially the links J Rabin gives. It's pretty damn advanced and not for the feint hearted but IMHO the more you know the better.

I shot a wedding today and to be honest I barely had time to blink, let alone think about NEVEC.
You always shoot manual anyway (I think) so NEVEC shouldn't be of concern to you. ;)

[condyk]

You always shoot manual anyway (I think) so NEVEC shouldn't be of concern to you. ;)

Careful ... you how grumpy he can be :lol: :lol:

[tim]

You always shoot manual anyway (I think) so NEVEC shouldn't be of concern to you. ;)

I shoot Av most of the time for weddings, with flash as fillin. I don't like using flash as the main light unless I really have to.

Careful ... you how grumpy he can be :lol: :lol:

Why you little... ;) :p