How many from Michigan?

[dave kadolph]

gmwinder, Tofin, JT, AB8ND, rs2sensen, & wardge are all from there.

And Kris K and I are just a little further West--On the lakeshore.

[lowthian]

Hi. I joined the forum a while back but have not been active. I'd like to change that so after finding this thread, I thought I'd let everyone know that I too and from MI. I live in north-central Oakland County, Brandon Township, near Ortonville.

Dick

[The Stig]

So anyone planning to go down to the Red Bull Air Race the last weekend of the month? www.redbullairrace.com (http://www.redbullairrace.com)

I'm planning to go and am thinking about sitting on the Windsor side should make for some cool pictures with the Detroit skyline in the background.

Yep! Will be there in Zone 1 on Sunday for the race.

[claybuster]

I'll be in zone two both days with my 100-400L.
Mike

[wardge]

I'm headed to Grand Rapids in about 2 weeks, can anybody recommend any spots I should visit?

It depends on what you are looking to get shots of really...

Reed's Lake in East Grand Rapids is nice for nature shots, sailboats, landscape, etc.
Frederick Meijer Gardens is also quite nice.
There's a lot of construction going on in downtown Grand Rapids (cranes, etc), so if that's your thing... Night pictures of the city down at the Grand River can be fun as well.
John Ball Park Zoo
The lakeshore (Grand Haven, Holland, Saugatuck) would be good places to visit if you are interested in beach photos/lighthouses/sunsets, etc.Just a few I can think of off the top of my head... I am sure that others will have more ideas than me :)

-George

[Shasta]

Any tips for the Redbull Races this up coming weekend? I'll be using a Canon 1D and a Sigma 100-300 F4 EX DG. Should I manually focus, I'm not sure how quick this lens tracks , never panned with it before. I'll be on the Windsor side, Zone 5 on Saturday and Zone 6 on Raceday.

Anyone else going from Windsor?

[claybuster]

Any tips for the Redbull Races this up coming weekend? I'll be using a Canon 1D and a Sigma 100-300 F4 EX DG. Should I manually focus, I'm not sure how quick this lens tracks , never panned with it before. I'll be on the Windsor side, Zone 5 on Saturday and Zone 6 on Raceday.

Anyone else going from Windsor?
I'm looking for some tips also. I'll be on the American side. I'll have my 40D and 100-400L.
Mike

[PhotosGuy]

It's tough to find the right combination of sharp shots & prop blur. Sometimes it helps to practice with traffic for a warm up before the shoot. Marauder61 always seems to get it right. (Pro trick: Or maybe he just shows us the great ones?) :D
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=4303755&postcount=17

Airshow guys - prop freeze? (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=229542)

[ChrisRabior]

I scored media access to the air races. I'm going to try to be down there as much as time allows between work and school.

Plan on bringing my XT w/ 18-50mm f/2.8, and my 40D with 70-200mm f/4L (and possibly a TC).

If I could afford it, I'd be picking up a 35mm f/2.0 for MMA on saturday and a nice long prime for the air races. Guess I may have to settle on a 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III for the reach.. ah well.

[tekkie]

how did you get that?

[ChrisRabior]

I shoot for a website that covers the social scene for Detroit, my boss sent them a request on my behalf (almost out of boredom, just to see if it'd work).

They bit, and we're in! Yes, I know.. huge luck-out. I'm hoping to push my gear to the limits on this one. I'm down at Wayne State for class thursday/friday, and I have to shoot MMA on Saturday night, so that kinda limits the time I can be down there to time after class, most of Saturday, and all of Sunday.

[claybuster]

I shoot for a website that covers the social scene for Detroit, my boss sent them a request on my behalf (almost out of boredom, just to see if it'd work).

They bit, and we're in! Yes, I know.. huge luck-out. I'm hoping to push my gear to the limits on this one. I'm down at Wayne State for class thursday/friday, and I have to shoot MMA on Saturday night, so that kinda limits the time I can be down there to time after class, most of Saturday, and all of Sunday.
Very cool! Do you need an assistant? Second shooter maybe?:D
Mike

[sadowsk2]

Has anyone started thinking about getting tickets to the UPBA Gold Cup race on the Detroit River this year??? July 11-13? It might be an opportunity for a POTN get-together... Plus I don't think you'll get harassed for bringing pro gear in. Thoughts????

[ggt1_02]

Speaking of a get together. Thunder over Michigan is August 9th and 10th. The line up of aircraft looks like it will be pretty good. And the Wilson Barn car show in Livonia is June 8th. If anyone is interested let me know.

[ChrisRabior]

I wish I could take a 2nd shooter, but we only put in for a single pass. Probably should have asked for a +1 or +2.. next year maybe.

We're going to throw a request towards the UPBA, gonna keep my fingers crossed.

I totally forgot about the Thunder over MI. I've always wanted to make it out there to shoot that. Maybe this year finally.

[JRB]

Has anyone started thinking about getting tickets to the UPBA Gold Cup race on the Detroit River this year July 11-13? It might be an opportunity for a POTN get-together... Plus I don't think you'll get harassed for bringing pro gear in. Thoughts

I thought it was APBA Gold Cup. And there's lots a folks with pro gear there, you just need to get good seats as high up in the grandstands as you can to shot over the fence. Pit passes are cool too.

[JRB]

Sorry I couldn't resist...The pits are awsome.

[sadowsk2]

Has anyone started thinking about getting tickets to the UPBA Gold Cup race on the Detroit River this year July 11-13? It might be an opportunity for a POTN get-together... Plus I don't think you'll get harassed for bringing pro gear in. Thoughts

I thought it was APBA Gold Cup. And there's lots a folks with pro gear there, you just need to get good seats as high up in the grandstands as you can to shot over the fence. Pit passes are cool too.

Whoops, my bad- you're right its APBA. I was looking at getting tickets for the Commodore's Club (In Waterworks Grandstand) for the "top 5" rows... (prime grand stand seating...). It will be adjacent to the pits. Do you think I'd be able to grab some good shots there with my 100-400? Or do you think my 70-200 might do a better job?

I haven't been to these races in years since I was a kid when I used to go all the time... So any input you have would be greatly appreciated!

BTW- Cool shots! :D

[JRB]

www.gold-cup.com For the latest. It's not easy getting those seats, people whho had them the year before get first shot. Sometimes you get lucky though. Iv'e been getting mine in March except this year I screwed up and forgot and now I'm scrambling. I have tickets to the Air races on the Windsor side sat & sun and a room so I'll be there early to beat the crowd I hope for Sunday 's race. I'm going there tomorrow to check it out for free from Detroit. I'm really pumped I hope the weather is nice to us.

[JRB]

Take both len's, those seats are great, right coming off the turn, almost like they are going to hit the wall right in front of you. If the wind is right you feel the spray!

[sadowsk2]

www.gold-cup.com (http://www.gold-cup.com) For the latest. It's not easy getting those seats, people whho had them the year before get first shot. Sometimes you get lucky though. Iv'e been getting mine in March except this year I screwed up and forgot and now I'm scrambling. I have tickets to the Air races on the Windsor side sat & sun and a room so I'll be there early to beat the crowd I hope for Sunday 's race. I'm going there tomorrow to check it out for free from Detroit. I'm really pumped I hope the weather is nice to us.
Maybe I'm lucky (or probably naive) but I just stopped by gold-cup.com and apparently was able to purchase a pair of tickets to the Commodore club in the "Top 5" row section.... Hopefully Mother Nature will give us a good day there in July.... I'll be armed I think with my 30D and I'll let the wife fire away with my 5D (I want the fps advantage of my 30D).. Hopefully I'll bag a nice shot or two that day...

Best of luck this weekend to and hopefulyl you'll get nice weather!

[JRB]

Great, you'll love it! I've been going for the past several years. It's come a long way you'll be blown away by how times have changed I would guess, cos I was. I'll look for you and the wife.

[JRB]

From today, out a focus a bit but lucky catch.

[claybuster]

From today, out a focus a bit but lucky catch.
Great shot! What section were you in? I'm getting my gear packed and ready for tomorrow and Sunday.
mike

[claybuster]

From today, out a focus a bit but lucky catch.
What camera and lens did you use for this shot?

[Shasta]

Great shot! What section were you in? I'm getting my gear packed and ready for tomorrow and Sunday.
mike

I'm all ready, lenses are all cleaned up,batteries are charged, if I don't chimp I may last all day with 4 batteries. I removed my polarizer since I don't think it would be wise to use. I'm pumped. That image looks like a high ISO shot.

[ChrisRabior]

I managed to catch it too. Happened to be shooting a short burst right when it happened. Very cool how it resembles the popping balloon. Sounded like a distant gunshot when he hit it. It's a good thing he didn't get anything stuck in the prop. Could've been a bad start to the weekend.

http://lh3.ggpht.com/Chris.Rabior/SEDum4qHhmI/AAAAAAAAFnk/EU5SDld8LJo/IMG_6897.JPG?imgmax=512
http://lh3.ggpht.com/Chris.Rabior/SEDut4qHhnI/AAAAAAAAFns/wGUaAeOeV0s/IMG_6898.JPG?imgmax=640

[JRB]

Great shot! What section were you in? I'm getting my gear packed and ready for tomorrow and Sunday.
mikeI'm not sure about the section #, it was just more towards the bridge on the US side. I think ChrisRabior may have been right next to me by the angle of his shot. I asked a couple guys if they got any good shots, he may have been one of them?
What camera and lens did you use for this shot?
I was using a 30D with 300 f/4

[FlyingPhotog]

Just a request to those going to the Red Bull...

Please be sure to share your images in the Transportation (or Motorsports) areas as well so more folks can see them.

[ChrisRabior]

I was in the Media Center for that one. Shooting w/ a 40D and 70-200mm f/4L. Have a cheap 2x TC that I gave a whirl, but not really happy w/ the results.

Today I'm headed over to Canada with a few other shooters to get some with the Detroit skyline as opposed to Windsor. I'll be at the Detroit side tomorrow again, probably in the media area and floating around everywhere else.

[JRB]

Yeah your right, I almost forgot. They canceled todays races but I'm here in Windsor hoping tomorrow's wind's are calmer. It was so windy today they lost one of those cones , it was the highlight. Hope to have a few good pic from tomorrow and I will post in motorsports. BTW, I have a great room watching the WINGS. GO WINGS!!!

[ypx3]

My home is in Wixom, MI right next to Novi and I go to school at Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, MI.

[ChrisRabior]

Some bad news for anyone who was planning on going to the Stars and Stripes Fest in Mount Clemens in the end of June.

Website now has a new camera policy in their FAQ section. No pro gear allowed in music areas. No higher end P&S's either..

I've caught a few rumors flying about people who called and were told no SLR's period. Sounds like another power trip to keep photographers under tight scrutiny, and not much cohesion on educating staff what is and what is not allowed.

Certainly a disappointing change in policy.

[Richtherookie]

Howdy, just a quick FYI. If anyone is interested in shooting a boat race. This weekend June 21-22 there is a race in Augusta. A small town just west of Battle Creek. It is at Eagle Lake. Boats are not super fast. Depending on the class of boat they will go from 30mph upto 80mph. If you stop be sure to say hi, I'll be the driver in the Red Rescue Boat. I have been told the regular Pro photographer will not be there, so if you take good shots and are willing to sell them bring business cards, you may be able to sell some. If you'd like a peak at the boats go to my site, look at any boat race BUT Bay City, that is the class of boat you'd be shooting.

If you want REALLY fast boats go to Bay City, River Roar is coming and those boats are awesome. If you wanna take a peak at those boats you can also see them in my Bay City section of the web site.

PS both of the races do allow pro-cameras. PLEASE be sure to follow rules. if you need a wrist band get one. If you come to Augusta it will start about 10-11 am. grab me and I'll get you to the risk manager to get your band. You'll be in the pits and can get some good shots.

PSS if there is a crash do not put down the camera, the rescue team would buy pictures of us in action. Seams i alway drop the camera and go into rescue mode and have yet to get an action shot of us. (been doing it 15 years)

Thanks
Rich
H&H Rescue

www.haysphotography.net

[PhotosGuy]

look at any boat race BUT Bay City Nice shots. Are those A & B hydros? I used to have a roommate in college who raced one.

[Shasta]

Some bad news for anyone who was planning on going to the Stars and Stripes Fest in Mount Clemens in the end of June.

Website now has a new camera policy in their FAQ section. No pro gear allowed in music areas. No higher end P&S's either..

I've caught a few rumors flying about people who called and were told no SLR's period. Sounds like another power trip to keep photographers under tight scrutiny, and not much cohesion on educating staff what is and what is not allowed.

Certainly a disappointing change in policy.


Just don't support them and not attend.

[ChrisRabior]

I somehow doubt that a few less people with cameras is going to devastate their event. It's free to the public, so they're not making any extra money by having fewer people attend.

I'm hoping I can swing a media pass with the website I shoot for, and if that falls through I'm good friends w/ one of the bands that will be playing on the opening night, so I might try to work something out through them.

It's just a bummer that they're limiting photographers. Hopefully other free summer festivals don't follow suit.

[Richtherookie]

Nice shots. Are those A & B hydros? I used to have a roommate in college who raced one.

Don't know for sure. If you give me a boat number I could find out this weekend for ya.

I went to watch three people, the number 4 boat, Kevin Ladd (who has since died) Amanda H (whos number i forget) and Johns boat, number 67. Never had watched them before. I am trying to get my foot in the door to do rescue for them though.

[Vickers223]

Hello All!
I'm a newbie from South Haven. Lots of great photo ops here on the lake.

The main subject of my photos is my 4 year old daughter. I just have a little PowerShot A570 IS. I'm starting to learn how to use the manual feaures....somewhat. :oops:

[sadowsk2]

Hello All!
I'm a newbie from South Haven. Lots of great photo ops here on the lake.

The main subject of my photos is my 4 year old daughter. I just have a little PowerShot A570 IS. I'm starting to learn how to use the manual feaures....somewhat. :oops:

Welcome to the madness that is POTN!

[PhotosGuy]

Just a heads-up: PM's will be going out soon for 5th Annual Michigan, Ohio, Sarnia, Ontario Race Weekend, July 27th. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=526363).

Put it on your calendar!

[ps249]

Saginaw, Michigan here.

[Eldorf_Dragonsbane]

From the Flint Michigan Area myself. Had (have) the Canon EOS Rebel X (35mm) for about 8 years now, just upgraded last week to the Canon EOS Digital Rebel Xsi/450D.

Took one photography course through the local community college back when I first got the Rebel X, and have forgotten 70% of what I learned :lol:, but thats my fault, ended up putting the camera up for about 2 1/2 years there , then when I picked it back up again I kept it in the Automatic modes and didnt mess with the Creative Modes.

[sadowsk2]

Will I be seeing any POTN'ers at the APBA Hydroplane races this weekend??? I got the pit pass for Friday and weekend tickets for the races...

[JRB]

I'll be there, I'll keep an eye out for ya! Should be a a good time I can't wait.

[jwilson]

Welcome to the site, Vickers...alot of great resources (and some not so great) avail to learn from. I've been on a few yrs and still check it every day!!! I'm a fellow South Havenite as well. If you're ever down on the South beach in the evenings, you'll probably see me out on the pier camera in hand. I also have a wedding/portrait business there (location portraits). You can check out my website: www.wilsonphotog.com.

Jeff

[PhotosGuy]

Re: 5th Annual Michigan, Ohio, Sarnia, Ontario Race Weekend, July 27th. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=526363)

The "final" email has been sent. it you DIDN'T get it, then contact me.
If you have no additional names to add, you DON'T have to contact me. ;)

Frank

[PhotosGuy]

Large Format photo class

This is probably the best way to get the info out to active members. I just read in the paper that there will be 2 classes in Farmington Hills by Jacob Nothstine, 7/26 & 8/2, 9-2PM. $65 for non-residents, materials & developing costs included.
register: 248 473-1859

I don't know him, so don't ask. ;)

[Jon Foster]

I wonder if they would give us a volume discount?

Jon.

[ChrisRabior]

Anyone been down to the old Tiger Stadium lately? It's a sad view, but one that you'll either need a ladder or a lot of confidence in the structural integrity of your vehicle's roof to be able to get a good photo of. I forgot a ladder, so I opted for the roof =)

[ggt1_02]

I drive past it on my way to the new stadium. Is it sad? Nope. I was there for the last series played against KC in 1999, and bought a set of seats last year for the auction. Whats sad is it took so long. I hope you got some good shots. Wouldn't mind seeing them.

[Jon Foster]

Post them for us!

Jon.

[Eclyps19]

I'm going to a tigers game in a couple weeks. I'll probably drive by and take some pics, but I won't be able to get very high up :(

How much more have they taken down? Last I heard there was still just a big hole in it...

[ChrisRabior]

Here's a link to the gallery I have up Tiger Stadium PIcs (http://chrisrabior.smugmug.com/gallery/5456010_jCZC3)

I'm going to swing by there again on Thursday after I get out of class, and probably again next Tuesday.

[Sarab]

Farmington Hills here :)

[jeffg11]

White Lake here. Found this site after your trip to Waterford Hills.

Jeff
Spec Miata #11

[SkedAddled]

Royal Oak here. Can often be found at the Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village in Dearborn.

[Simoli]

Can often be found at the Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village in Dearborn.
We went there quite a bit till about two years ago. Now that I have my new camera I want to sign up again. Love that place, the village in particular.

[PhotosGuy]

Welcome to POTN, guys!

[jea]

Hi

My name is John and I live in Dearborn but originate from England.
Like many of you I am a frequent visitor to The Henry Ford and will always turn up if anyone wants company on their next visit.

[PhotosGuy]

Hi, John!

If anyone subscribed to this thread is planning on going to the Dream Cruise this weekend, trust me on this, NOW is the time to be out there! Some people arrive as early as 2PM, & the traffic actually moves! :D

I shot some last night. EXIF is in this thread:
Warming up for the Dream Cruise. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=552733)

[PhotosGuy]

If anyone wants to meet me today at this Coolidge & Woodward location, NE corner, PM me before 3PM.
Dream Cruise cont'd - Friday (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=553795)

Sorry, it was a late afterthought, & I wasn't sure where I'd be.

[ruchad1]

Coldwater, mi here

[PhotosGuy]

Welcome to POTN!

[audit]

Were in Oxford? I am in Waterstone (Hometown Village).

Also couldn't help notice the name...are you a auditor?? - I am a CPA, so I had to ask.

Wow, I'm glad I looked at my subscribed posts. I'm in IT and got the nickname audit because of all the security work that i did for years. I'm off Lakeville Road in Phase 3 of the Mobile Home park where all the newer homes are.

[vgk1nka1dx]

Ummm, well, a little late in the game, but, Harrison Township, MI in the place.

[Firegems]

Big Rapids Michigan Here!!

[Richtherookie]

BIG RAPIDS MICHIGAN??????????????

Hi there! I work on 16 mile, across from the Eagles. Small world i guess.

Hey everyone, boat race in Grass Lake on Sept 6th and 7th. Another one in BIG RAPIDS (Browers Park, Stanwood) on Sept 13th and 14th.

If you stop look me up, I drive the small red rescue boat.

www.michiganhydroplane.com

Go Bull Dogs. Hey did you get any shots of the big wreck on Maple and State yesterday? OUCHIE MOMMA!!!

[ChrisRabior]

I haven't been downtown for a while, and noticed the refurb/renovation on the Spirit of Detroit is finished. The statue looks a lot more brilliant now that it's been given some attention, so of course I grabbed a few shots.

Check out the before/after pics in my gallery: http://chrisrabior.smugmug.com/gallery/5441905_CiKFm

The city had all of the tarnish removed to bring back the original appearance. It doesn't look anything like it used to.

[PhotosGuy]

noticed the refurb/renovation on the Spirit of Detroit is finished Things are looking up? The refurb/renovation on the mayor is almost finished, too! :D

[ChrisRabior]

Things are looking up? The refurb/renovation on the mayor is almost finished, too! :D

New(ish) statue, new mayor, new police chief... definitely looking up =)

[audit]

New Major for sure now, Kilpatrick just plead to 2 felony's so he's bent no matter what happens from here on out.

[Simoli]

New(ish) statue, new mayor, new police chief... definitely looking up =)That's not a given.

With the newer downtown maybe we should have a get together. Safety in numbers you know. I've lived in this area for 10 years and still don't like the feel downtown.

[EricFry]

Hooray for Sturgis!

[BigStig]

Hi new here.
Born and raised in England but lived in Michigan for 16 years now.
Live in Brighton.

Cheers.

[DerekRob]

Traverse city Mi here.

I'm looking for people who would like to start a local Potn T.C group.

[ELT_Photo]

Hi, all!
Livin' in Royal Oak (and having more fun than the law allows).
Always looking to meet and shoot - even if it's just the breeze.
Regards,
Eric

[EricFry]

Hi, all!
Livin' in Royal Oak (and having more fun than the law allows).
Always looking to meet and shoot - even if it's just the breeze.
Regards,
Eric

Nice name. I like your style.

[ChrisRabior]

http://detroitssacredplaces.wordpress.com/2008/09/08/congratulations-to-the-winners/

Brings to mind some locations that would make for a very productive meet in Detroit that otherwise aren't options because of safety concerns.

Anyone think they'd be interested in a trip to the train station or the book depo? I personally have never been, but always wanted to make a trip out there.

[Subaru Junkie]

i LIVE IN TECUMSEH,MI

USUALLY TEARING UP THE BACKROADS OF BRITTON,CLINTON,ANN ARBOR, BLISSFIELD AND SUCH....

[PhotosGuy]

i LIVE IN TECUMSEH,MI Well, Welcome to POTN!

Ask your mom to show you where the CAPS LOCK key is so you can turn it off? ;)

[DerekRob]

Well, Welcome to POTN!

Ask your mom to show you where the CAPS LOCK key is so you can turn it off? ;)Amen :)

Anyhoo, Any of you Interested in a bi-weekly meeting? for those who can Drive to Traverse?

[Red Wings]

http://detroitssacredplaces.wordpress.com/2008/09/08/congratulations-to-the-winners/

Brings to mind some locations that would make for a very productive meet in Detroit that otherwise aren't options because of safety concerns.

Anyone think they'd be interested in a trip to the train station or the book depo? I personally have never been, but always wanted to make a trip out there.


Beneath the overpass....a certain rusted door opens, one person holds the other slides in. You'll need a flashlight for approx 200 feet and you'll enter in the old waiting / staging area for the trains. The first floor is relatively clean since they shot two movies there the past five years, however the upper floors are cluttered. Don't wear tennis shoes, leather shoes are a better choice. It'll take 2-3 hours to shoot what you want on the first three floors so give yourself allot of time. The sun gets nice around noon. I know one person who went to the roof and had to stumble back down in the dark. Shorter daylight hours in the winter. You won't be alone, there were other photographers with tripods when I went in two years ago. Bring a tripod!

Midwest Photograhy Workshps actually holds a weekend field trip class in the Train Station. I believe it's listed under the Urban Decay Class.

I'll post they're link but the mod can delete if it's not appropriate.

www.mpw.com (http://www.mpw.com)

Phil

Shooting any DLS football?

[Red Wings]

Amen :)

Anyhoo, Any of you Interested in a bi-weekly meeting? for those who can Drive to Traverse?

Bi-weekly or bi-monthly? I'd be willing to make a few excursions that way if you guys get an outting together. My brother-in-law lives in Travese by the mall / Sam's Club so I have free rooming! I was outto Mission Point Lighthouse and stopped by at a few wine tastings a few weeks back.

[DerekRob]

Bi-weekly or bi-monthly? I'd be willing to make a few excursions that way if you guys get an outting together. My brother-in-law lives in Travese by the mall / Sam's Club so I have free rooming! I was outto Mission Point Lighthouse and stopped by at a few wine tastings a few weeks back.Wll bi weekly or every third week in a month depending on the weather.

[ChrisRabior]

Traverse is a bit of a road trip for me.. I probably won't be able to.

My father did a few of the MPW classes, got some insane shots out of it. Just figured I'd check to see if anyone would be interested in making an outing of it. Strength/safety in numbers and all, you know? Btw, where exactly do you park before you head inside?

I've been pretty swamped lately. Two jobs plus 20 credit hours, last semester before graduation, and in the middle of some police dept. apps. I'm hoping I can make it out to at least a game or two for the football/soccer teams, but who knows.

[Red Wings]

I park in the street in front of the church , walk down to the underpass, towards Mexican Village. You'll see all the old freight loading doors.

[stathunter]

Guys-- I am all for doing a detroit shoot. Sounds like fun.

[audit]

Guys-- I am all for doing a detroit shoot. Sounds like fun.

Shoot and Detroit, Yea they go hand in hand, if we do that I'm wearing my body armor ;)

[DerekRob]

Traverse is a bit of a road trip for me.. I probably won't be able to.

My father did a few of the MPW classes, got some insane shots out of it. Just figured I'd check to see if anyone would be interested in making an outing of it. Strength/safety in numbers and all, you know? Btw, where exactly do you park before you head inside?

I've been pretty swamped lately. Two jobs plus 20 credit hours, last semester before graduation, and in the middle of some police dept. apps. I'm hoping I can make it out to at least a game or two for the football/soccer teams, but who knows.No worries Chris.

Thought it be fun to see who would like to start a group and good on short field trips.

And I Will be doing a lot of shooting this winter even if I'm snowed in since I will be starting college summer of 09.

[claybuster]

I park in the street in front of the church , walk down to the underpass, towards Mexican Village. You'll see all the old freight loading doors.
I took a ride to look at the train station the other day (scary stuff). I know I wouldn't want to try to go in alone,and I carry a gun(legally). I was wondering if we got together to go in, could we get busted for trespassing?
It really kind of made me sick to see the condition this building is in. I can remember being in there 35 years ago taking pictures. I can remember the beautiful high arched ceilings . The thing I remember the most is the old soda fountain they had in there with the red vinyl stools and the old coca cola menu on the wall.
If any of you guys want to get together and give it a try let me know,as long as I don't get busted doing anything I'm not supposed to be doing(I'm too old to go to jail):D
Mike

[Mike30D]

Born in Pontiac, lived in Pontiac, then Milford, and now reside in Highland.

[DerekRob]

Born in Pontiac, lived in Pontiac, then Milford, and now reside in Highland.I used to know a guy from there and he was a pc guy or so he claimed.

but anyways Pontiac is a nice place. lots of photo ops.

[carianoff]

...Pontiac is a nice place.

This part of the sentence needs revisions.

[DerekRob]

This part of the sentence needs revisions.What do you mean?

It's a nice place to visit.

[Sarab]

Hi guys,

The fall colors are coming soon. I really like that.
I think it is time to make a trip these coming days.
Anyone has an idea where to shoot here around Detroit??

I don't want to miss that. LOL :)

[PhotosGuy]

The fall colors are coming soon. Don't forget your telephoto!
Fall Leaves 2007 (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=397479)

[Simoli]

Anyone has an idea where to shoot here around Detroit??
How bout Hines Drive? I shot some cars there a few years ago. There are some goo spots where you can get the foialge and water together. The maple in my back yard is showing a little coloration (new word usage?) so I suspect the time is coming fast upon us.

[Jon Foster]

I might be interested in a shoot downtown at the train station. I'm sure Jonathan would want to go as well. If you can put together a time and date I'll see if I can get out of work.

Jon.

[ggt1_02]

I'm up for a Hines shoot. It's one of my favorite places. With school, work and pregnant wife a downtown shoot might be a little tough right now!!!

[Sarab]

How bout Hines Drive? .

Can you tell me where is that?:eek:

I want to go this weekend and see the place.

My regards :)

[Sarab]

Anyone is going to Detroit Zoo this weekend??

[Simoli]

Can you tell me where is that?



Hines runs from Dearborn all the way to Northville in a North West diagonal path. It starts just west of Telegraph at Ford Road and ends at Sheldon and Seven Mile. If you mapquest for 48124 you just need to scroll up to Ford road and you will find Hines. There are several lakes as you get near Northville that are scenic.

[Sarab]

Hines runs from Dearborn all the way to Northville in a North West diagonal path. It starts just west of Telegraph at Ford Road and ends at Sheldon and Seven Mile. If you mapquest for 48124 you just need to scroll up to Ford road and you will find Hines. There are several lakes as you get near Northville that are scenic.

Thank you bro,
I will go to Hines this weekend :)
It's very close to my city.

My best regards...

[Kristic]

I'm a photographer from Kalamazoo...alot more here in Michigan than I thought

[PhotosGuy]

Over 200!

Welcome to POTN!

[butterdogg]

Moved to michigan not too long ago...
Farmington here!

[Eldorf_Dragonsbane]

Any idea when the next Michigan Group "Shoot" will be. Wouldnt mind meeting some of you guys (and gals). Just need to make sure I can request the time off from work, and that theres nothing going on for the survival/disaster preparedness/firearm forum I am a regular on (because I have ended up organizing most of our group shoots and get togethers I have to try and make an appearance to them LOL).

[according to jim]

I would be up for the station shoot. Great place for lunch nearby. "Slowz" I believe is the name, BBQ... Ribs, Pulled Pork, Chicken .... The Best.

[Jon Foster]

Has anyone from the forum gone to the Michigan Renaissance Festival this year? Next weekend is the last weekend of the year. Then the Mid Michigan Renaissance Festival starts up in Frankenmuth. The renfests are awesome for photo ops. Check out some of my photo's at the address below.

Jon's Renaissance Festival Pictures (http://www.pbase.com/jfoster/festivals)

Jon.

[claybuster]

Has anyone from the forum gone to the Michigan Renaissance Festival this year? Next weekend is the last weekend of the year. Then the Mid Michigan Renaissance Festival starts up in Frankenmuth. The renfests are awesome for photo ops. Check out some of my photo's at the address below.

Jon's Renaissance Festival Pictures (http://www.pbase.com/jfoster/festivals)

Jon.
Yeah! I went two weeks ago. Pics here http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikedee-photos/ I really enjoy the festival,great place to people watch.I never heard of the Mid Michigan festival. Have you ever gone to it? Is it as big as the one in Holly?
Mike

[Jon Foster]

The Mid Michigan faire is new this year. The grounds are actually larger than the Holly grounds. As it is right now, they are booked solid for vendors and actors. In order to allow for any more they must expand the development of the grounds. They have plenty of room just not enough time to do all the work planned. Next year it will be even bigger.

Jon.

[claybuster]

The Mid Michigan faire is new this year. The grounds are actually larger than the Holly grounds. As it is right now, they are booked solid for vendors and actors. In order to allow for any more they must expand the development of the grounds. They have plenty of room just not enough time to do all the work planned. Next year it will be even bigger.

Jon.
Thanks Jon,
I think I'll check it out in a couple weeks or so. I'll try to time it with the color change in that area.
Mike

[PhotosGuy]

Any idea when the next Michigan Group "Shoot" will be. When someone get's off their bottom & plans it?

Start a thread in POTN Member Activities & put a link to it here. How hard can that be? ;)

[AndreaM]

My very first official post - figured I'd start off over here. I'm in Farmington Hills - always looking for local photog buddies to meet up with, share shooting locations, tips, tricks, etc. Looking forward to getting started on CDP!

[MarineManiac]

woah cant believe i did not find this earlier. Jake reporting in from East Lansing. GO GREEN!

[PhotosGuy]

Welcome to POTN!

[carianoff]

I really need to shoot today, any ideas?

[Sarab]

I was in Detroit Zoo shooting butterflies. I got some cool shots. :)

[PhotosGuy]

I really need to shoot today, any ideas? Want to go a little nuts in the process? :D Try this:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=578150

It's not too late. I got them last weekend.

[ChrisRabior]

Anyone going to be at the Fox tomorrow night for the NHL Face-Off (home opener celebration party)?
[edit] I guess not.. turns out they only gave 4 shooters any press access. I'm still a bit miffed that Def Leppard thought it was a cute idea to turn the Stanley Cup upside down.

[Majortom212]

I'm from Grand Rapids, but recently moved to Ypsilanti. Anyone in the area?!

[DerekRob]

Anyone going to be at the Fox tomorrow night for the NHL Face-Off (home opener celebration party)?
[edit] I guess not.. turns out they only gave 4 shooters any press access. I'm still a bit miffed that Def Leppard thought it was a cute idea to turn the Stanley Cup upside down.I wouldn't think that defleppard would do that even though they're British.

[locky]

Way to go MSU. Moved from DeWitt to Montague (between Muskegon and Ludington) about 10 years ago.

[The Stig]

I'm from Grand Rapids, but recently moved to Ypsilanti. Anyone in the area?!

Yep. Welcome to the area.

[kitmos]

Wow! It looks as if we've a lot more Michigan members than I imagined. Nice. I can't believe I haven't run into any fellow POTNers.
Believe it or not, the only POTNer I've ever met is Dante King. My daughter & I ate at his restaurant in San Anselmo, CA a couple of summers ago. Didn't get a chance to talk much because it was too busy.


I used to live in San Anselmo b4 moving to Fort Bragg so I'm curious which restaurant Dante King owns?

Cheers,

Kit

[Lazuka]

Born in Wyandotte michigan, Live currently in grosse ile, if anybody in the area wants to shoot, hit me up in PM's.

[DerekRob]

Born in Wyandotte michigan, Live currently in grosse ile, if anybody in the area wants to shoot, hit me up in PM's.Where is grosse ile?


I don't even remember seeing that city or town on a map or google earth.

[fishingjts]

Where is grosse ile?


I don't even remember seeing that city or town on a map or google earth.

Middle of the Detroit River... LOL

Actually once upon a time... in a previous life time I used to spend a lot of time on the island... was a very active member of the downriver cycling club... but that was many many moons ago... LOL

[Lazuka]

Where is grosse ile?


I don't even remember seeing that city or town on a map or google earth.

ever hear of Wyandotte, Riverview, or Trenton? it's on the edge of that, and yes it's a small island between michigan and canada, but it's a part of michigan :P

[DerekRob]

ever hear of Wyandotte, Riverview, or Trenton? it's on the edge of that, and yes it's a small island between michigan and canada, but it's a part of michigan :PTrenton yes.

the others no, I do know that Trenton has a haunted history if my memory serves me right.

[Richtherookie]

Trenton has some great boat races there also!

[Dizzle]

Any Detroit photogs going to be around the week of Thanksgiving? I am heading to Detroit for that week and have a couple of free days and want to explore.

Let me know if you are interested in meeting up.

[ChrisRabior]

I'll be at the Emerald Theatre on Thanksgiving at 6 for a concert (free tix if you ask the band). Not sure what I'm up to that weekend though.

[Richtherookie]

Remember Michigan's largest Mountain bike race is this weekend.....

http://www.iceman.com/

I'll be there. I'll be a couple hundred yards east of the halfway/food/water stop. 2,500 riders, from Pro to kids. Great chance to shot and learn.

[Dizzle]

I'll be at the Emerald Theatre on Thanksgiving at 6 for a concert (free tix if you ask the band). Not sure what I'm up to that weekend though.
I have some urban exploration set up for Saturday the 29th, other than that not too much else going on. Have a couple models that contacted me about doing a shoot so will see how that pans out.

[Burton8787]

born in Walled Lake, Moved to yspi. and I'm very down to meet up and shoot some shots

[Jon Foster]

Man, where were all you Michigan shooters when the Waterford Hills racing events were going on?

Jon.

[fishingjts]

Man, where were all you Michigan shooters when the Waterford Hills racing events were going on?

Jon.

We were there.... where were you? LOL!

http://www.johnnystacks.com/gallery/d/1898-1/IMG_1528.JPG

[PhotosGuy]

We were there.... where were you? LOL! I was thinking that, but was trying to temporarily maintain a higher plane of existance?

Failed, again! :D

[BigStig]

I'll be shooting at Waterford next year. Been racing there in 06 and 07. raced in other places in 08 Can'e afford to keep racing so Photography here I come. Althogh I'm not sure its going to be much cheaper :oops:

[PhotosGuy]

Althogh I'm not sure its going to be much cheaper http://photo.klein-jensen.dk/smilies/rotfl2.gif Back then, I could race for 2 years for what I have in equipment now! Welcome to the world of POTN!

Edit: Barring any major brain fade, that is! ;)

[johnnybfan]

I used to live in San Anselmo b4 moving to Fort Bragg so I'm curious which restaurant Dante King owns?

Cheers,

Kit
It's called Bubba's Diner. Nice little place. Definitely was busy.

[Jon Foster]

If I'm not working, I'll be there again!

Jon.

[Burton8787]

so whats everyone up to shooting now adays

[Kristic]

so whats everyone up to shooting now adays

Nothing unfortunately. I have some shooting with some models in the coming weeks, but my camera hasnt left my house in a while

[MarineManiac]

fish tanks!

[BigStig]

In the past 2 weeks I have been to Detroit Zoo, Prod Lake Rec Area, Brighton Rec Area and Knsington Metro Park. All great spots.
I am thinking of heading to the "Michigan Botanical Gardens within the next couple of weekends.
http://www.lsa.umich.edu/mbg/

[Rod T.]

New guy checking in form Armada, Michigan (40 north of D-Town). I am a total green horn to DSLR photography:)

Rod

[PhotosGuy]

so whats everyone up to shooting now adays

Barbara Payton at the Carrick House Concert 11/23/08 (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=606090)

The Phil Treais Group (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=605004)

St. Louis vs. Breckenridge Volleyball District Tournament 11/7/2008 (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=599506) New guy checking in form Armada, Michigan Welcome to POTN, Rod!