Boston POTN Meet

[cosworth]

130f heat, 10f cold, boats, planes, helicopters, race tracks. A cold street in Boston is a welcome sight. I'll solidify my calendar and post up my dates.

[GMACK24]

took this one tonight

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2227/2091664687_82eb840760.jpg

Link to FLICKR

http://flickr.com/photos/gmack24/2091664687/

[blalor]

Nice!! You should really link to the Flickr page (http://flickr.com/photos/gmack24/2091664687/). :D

[GMACK24]

Fixed : ) and Thank You

[kpratte]

Very nice and cold, brrr. :)

- Ken

[HoRnYTuRbO]

Jason, is there anything you want to see, or would like to photograph? If so, some of us may be willing to meet up and show you around. Just remember that it's cold in Boston in January. Though not that much colder than BC.

remember first night last yr, FREEZING!!!!

[New Hobby]

Its always nice when the Canadians come down to winter in Boston. ;-)

[symbolphoto]

remember first night last yr, FREEZING!!!!

Yeah it was dam cold... i haven't even picked up the camera in like 2 months. Maybe for a minute here or there... will probably start again in the fall.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

i've been lazy to get out too so i started a saltwater reef tank so i can shoot from home :D now i just gotta wait for the stuff to grow. lol

Chinese new yrs will be here in Feb, we should set up something for that. Dim sum.........

[donlavange]

Yeah it was dam cold... i haven't even picked up the camera in like 2 months. Maybe for a minute here or there... will probably start again in the fall.

Brendan,. . . . . is that a mispeak? You don't mean Fall do you? Spring is coming and with it, color and warm weather!

[bryanj87]

So, did anyone get any new (photographic) toys for the holidays?

My wife (who I asked not to spend a lot but she did anyway) got me some sweet toys- Sigma 10-20, a Wacom Intuos 6x8, a Joby mini tripod w/ a Manfrotto 484 head, and a Canon 50mm f1.8. She rocks. :) Of course, I got her a Toshiba laptop, so I guess we're even.

I took a few pics today with the 10-20, and wouldn't you know my Cokin Z fell off AGAIN. Luckily, it only made a small chip in my GND as it hit the sidewalk.

[scotteisenphotography]

Manfrotto 484 head, and a Canon 500mm f1.8.

Oh oh! Iwant a canon 500MM f1.8....how much did that cost? 50 grand?

[bryanj87]

Oh oh! Iwant a canon 500MM f1.8....how much did that cost? 50 grand?

Oopps!!! Mistype, I meant 50 (five oh) mm f1.8.

Yeah, a 500mm f1.8 would cost at least 50k!!!!

[kpratte]

*sniff* no new toys for me.. Something about my wife not making much working in the schools these days. But her mom did give each of her kids a check for 10K. :p My wife just won't let me spend any of it.

- Ken

[mai_lin]

Hello everyone,

Now that the holidays are over I feel I can actual be a part of the Meet up threads - cause I got real gear! ha!

Speedlite 430EX, 8 batteries and charger for it
50mm f/1.8 II - I'm in love!!
Cactus wireless trigger
Sto-Fen Omnibounce
Sunpak Tripod
Extra camera batteries (2)
New bag - Canon backpack
I'll be going out next weekend to get some down town Providence shots - we have a wedding to go to at the Biltmore and we have a room near the top floor for the night - I may just have to spend our 'spare time' taking pictures!

I hope everyone had a very Merry christmas and have a happy, healthy new year in 2008!

[flyfisher]

We hope everyone had safe and happy holidays.

Last year first night was only one of the many cold nights that we were out. I got a logan 650 framers edge mat cutter so we are going to try to do some of our own framing.

We should try to do some kind of winter meet I want to do some Portland head winter shots if anyone is interested we could plan something.

[donlavange]

We hope everyone had safe and happy holidays.

Last year first night was only one of the many cold nights that we were out. I got a logan 650 framers edge mat cutter so we are going to try to do some of our own framing.

We should try to do some kind of winter meet I want to do some Portland head winter shots if anyone is interested we could plan something.

If you mean something around Portland, ME, I would be up for it if the schedule is right. Then you can show me how to make use of the $$$$$$ Lee Filter System! LOL

[Scottes]

What's up in Portland head? I've been way too busy to go shooting, but holing up inside is also not a good thing...

[donlavange]

Hello everyone,

Now that the holidays are over I feel I can actual be a part of the Meet up threads - cause I got real gear! ha!

Speedlite 430EX, 8 batteries and charger for it
50mm f/1.8 II - I'm in love!!
Cactus wireless trigger
Sto-Fen Omnibounce
Sunpak Tripod
Extra camera batteries (2)
New bag - Canon backpack
I'll be going out next weekend to get some down town Providence shots - we have a wedding to go to at the Biltmore and we have a room near the top floor for the night - I may just have to spend our 'spare time' taking pictures!

I hope everyone had a very Merry christmas and have a happy, healthy new year in 2008!

Federal Hill can be fun to prowl and shoot at night. My wife and I could meet you for dinner and some shooting if you are so inclined. We love the restaurants on Federal Hill! How about you Bryan!

[flyfisher]

Sorry should been more specific Portland head lighthouse, if we did it we could also hit Nuble light house at the same time.

[bryanj87]

Federal Hill can be fun to prowl and shoot at night. My wife and I could meet you for dinner and some shooting if you are so inclined. We love the restaurants on Federal Hill! How about you Bryan!

I'll have to take a raincheck. I'm booked up for the weekend. Maybe in a few weeks, when it gets a bit warmer. :)

[holland_patrick]

SO no first night stuff?

[donlavange]

SO no first night stuff?

To paraphrase a biblical passage:

"Many are called, but few are FROZEN"

[holland_patrick]

So where did we park last year can someone tell me that?

and where did park for the fire works.....

[mai_lin]

Federal Hill can be fun to prowl and shoot at night. My wife and I could meet you for dinner and some shooting if you are so inclined. We love the restaurants on Federal Hill! How about you Bryan!

I agree - the restaurants on Federal Hill are wonderful. We were actually married up there - nice church just before the bridge.

Won't be able to do Saturday on account of the wedding but I'd love to take you up on that in a few weeks - or heck, even closer to home considering we share a zip code! ;)


Jen

[BBrat]

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVRYONE!!!! (I know its early, I'll be at a wedding tonight)

[pmk]

I'm thinking of doing this one-day session at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Do you think it will be any good?

pmk

A Day Exploring Contemporary Photography
10 am — 4:30 pm
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Remis Auditorium

Explore the rich and varied aspects of contemporary photography in a daylong course led by curators, photographers, a printer/fabricator, and a gallery owner.

The Inside Story of Elton John's Photography Collection
Featuring works from 1916 to the present, Sir Elton John's collection of 5,000 photographs includes work by Man Ray, Robert Mapplethorpe, Irving Penn, and Horst P. Horst. Curator Jane Jackson reviews the methodology, themes, and history of Elton’s collecting, as well as his recent acquisitions.

Large-Format Color Photography in Today’s Art Market
Learn about large-format photography from an artist, a printer/fabricator, and a gallery owner: Boston photographer Laura McPhee recently exhibited forty large-scale photographs at the MFA; Marc Elliott, partner in Boston-based Color Services Company made them; and Bernard Toale sells them. Participate in a lively discussion of scale in today's art market.

Looking with Curators
Curators Karen Haas, William Stover, and Anne Havinga lead an exploration of German and Japanese photography in the exhibitions "Contemporary Outlook: German Photography: and "Contemporary Outlook: Japan," as well as an up-close look at photographs from the MFA collection.

A Photographer Speaks
Gain insight into Lalla Essaydi’s creative process, from her childhood experiences in Morocco to her return there to document her home. She explains how she uses the female body, the veil, and Arabic calligraphy in her work as a way to represent Arab culture to the West.
http://www.mfa.org/images/spacer.gifDaylong course: $125 MFA members, seniors, and students; $150 for nonmembers/general admission

COURSE IS LIMITED TO 75 PARTICIPANTS.
Lunch is included.

[donlavange]

I'm thinking of doing this one-day session at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Do you think it will be any good?

pmk

A Day Exploring Contemporary Photography
10 am — 4:30 pm
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Remis Auditorium

Explore the rich and varied aspects of contemporary photography in a daylong course led by curators, photographers, a printer/fabricator, and a gallery owner.

The Inside Story of Elton John's Photography Collection
Featuring works from 1916 to the present, Sir Elton John's collection of 5,000 photographs includes work by Man Ray, Robert Mapplethorpe, Irving Penn, and Horst P. Horst. Curator Jane Jackson reviews the methodology, themes, and history of Elton’s collecting, as well as his recent acquisitions.

Large-Format Color Photography in Today’s Art Market
Learn about large-format photography from an artist, a printer/fabricator, and a gallery owner: Boston photographer Laura McPhee recently exhibited forty large-scale photographs at the MFA; Marc Elliott, partner in Boston-based Color Services Company made them; and Bernard Toale sells them. Participate in a lively discussion of scale in today's art market.

Looking with Curators
Curators Karen Haas, William Stover, and Anne Havinga lead an exploration of German and Japanese photography in the exhibitions "Contemporary Outlook: German Photography: and "Contemporary Outlook: Japan," as well as an up-close look at photographs from the MFA collection.

A Photographer Speaks
Gain insight into Lalla Essaydi’s creative process, from her childhood experiences in Morocco to her return there to document her home. She explains how she uses the female body, the veil, and Arabic calligraphy in her work as a way to represent Arab culture to the West.
http://www.mfa.org/images/spacer.gifDaylong course: $125 MFA members, seniors, and students; $150 for nonmembers/general admission

COURSE IS LIMITED TO 75 PARTICIPANTS.
Lunch is included.

Is there a sign up link?

[donlavange]

I agree - the restaurants on Federal Hill are wonderful. We were actually married up there - nice church just before the bridge.

Won't be able to do Saturday on account of the wedding but I'd love to take you up on that in a few weeks - or heck, even closer to home considering we share a zip code! ;)


Jen

Hey, just post or call me @401-486-9501. We go out a lot. My zip is 02864-4259 which I thought was specific to my house. I have been looking around and can't find you guys.

Where are you hiding? At first I figured the Wine Cellar, but that used to be a darkroom and there is no room for anything other than wine racks and rusting film equipment! LOL again.

[pmk]

Is there a sign up link?


Here's the link: http://www.mfa.org/calendar/event.asp?eventkey=31532&date=2/3/2008

pmk

[mai_lin]

Hey, just post or call me @401-486-9501. We go out a lot. My zip is 02864-4259 which I thought was specific to my house. I have been looking around and can't find you guys.

Where are you hiding? At first I figured the Wine Cellar, but that used to be a darkroom and there is no room for anything other than wine racks and rusting film equipment! LOL again.

Hey Don,

I'll take you up on that in a few weeks. We've got a toddler so we get out very rarely but I'll let you know when we do.

We live in Lippitt Estates, not sure if thats near you or not. We do Saturday morning breakfasts at the TD Diner off Angell Rd. if you're ever up to it - they know us well, we're the young couple with the red headed toddler, so just ask if we've been in (we average 9:30 am)! ;)


Jen

[donlavange]

Don

That would be so great of you! I did not have the money to get them, I'm broke trying to get this studio up and running.
How's the G9? Trying to photograph things must still be hard (getting a comfortable grip) considering how much smaller it is than what you are use to.

Kim: New Year is here! I am looking forward to us maybe having dinner with our "others" and lend you a DVD or 2.

Call me anytime 401-486-9501. Remember, We are retired and eat out a lot. I belong to some Wine Clubs but we should be able to pick a time that is good for you guys as well.

[GMACK24]

Happy New Years Everyone !
I hope 08 is just as good as 07 was.
Here is a quickie I took during my "dinner" / Lunch Break at work.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2177/2153485362_1dff073d2c.jpg

Link Back to FLICKR

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gmack24/2153485362/

[symbolphoto]

Yeah so we need to get something going soon. I'm getting my bug back. Sorta like how stella got her groove back, but manlier. I was up at Portland Light this A.M. it's was way too cold and windy to get off anything really good. I think spring might be best. Scottes was talking about a Snowcat to go up around Mt. Washington. I'm totally down with that. Whaddya think Scott?

[symbolphoto]

http://www.lilmansnowmobilerentals.com/

Perhaps 2 Sno-Coaches, at $100. for a full day per person. Cheaper than the yacht. I'm not familiar enough with the area to know if it's worthwhile. Maybe someone who is can chime in...

[blalor]

Scottes was talking about a Snowcat to go up around Mt. Washington. I'm totally down with that.

Oh, it'll be *much* warmer up there! :lol:

[scotteisenphotography]

i climbed mount washington yesterday...summit was..oh..-67 degrees

[symbolphoto]

Heh, yeah i didn't mean the summit, i meant the whole area.

[flyfisher]

We would be up for almost anyhing haven't shot in a while

[symbolphoto]

Cool, i think if we were to go the route of the above links we'd need 8. Anyone?

[ChrisG92]

me and a buddy are looking at shooting around boston this weekend if anyone wants to join up

[BBrat]

Brendan,

I might be in, it all depends when this may take place? My wife and I are expecting our first child within the next few weeks, the timing may or may not be an issue? I'll keep checking this thread as updates come in.

[kpratte]

My wife and I are expecting our first child within the next few weeks, the timing may or may not be an issue? I'll keep checking this thread as updates come in.Congrats! It flies by so quick, make sure to take some pictures. ;)

- Ken

[kpratte]

I've done some snow shoeing at the Basin with my camera and that was pretty cool, sno coaches is different.. I asked somebody from the North Conway area if they knew anything about it, I'll let ya know if I hear anything.

- Ken

[symbolphoto]

Cool. Yeah, looks fun.

[Scottes]

Personally, I'm just not interested in shooting in the cold this year. I want to move to someplace warm...

[symbolphoto]

Hmmph. That's too bad. But i know what you mean... it has been rather cold, and i haven't been taking many photos. I might do a solo if there is no interest. I assume most areas rent snowmobiles. I'll have to check out some maps to get a sense of which area would be best. If anyone else is interested in perhaps doing singles, let me know.

All i've shot this winter...;
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/natasha1.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/alexlisa1.jpg

[donlavange]

Hmmph. That's too bad. But i know what you mean... it has been rather cold, and i haven't been taking many photos. I might do a solo if there is no interest. I assume most areas rent snowmobiles. I'll have to check out some maps to get a sense of which area would be best. If anyone else is interested in perhaps doing singles, let me know.

All i've shot this winter...;
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/natasha1.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/alexlisa1.jpg

There he goes with the guilt trips! LOL

[BBrat]

Congrats! It flies by so quick, make sure to take some pictures. ;)

- Ken

Thanks Ken....I have a funny feeling I may get a few:grin:

[donlavange]

Hmmph. That's too bad. But i know what you mean... it has been rather cold, and i haven't been taking many photos. I might do a solo if there is no interest. I assume most areas rent snowmobiles. I'll have to check out some maps to get a sense of which area would be best. If anyone else is interested in perhaps doing singles, let me know.

All i've shot this winter...;
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/natasha1.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/alexlisa1.jpg

Brendan:

Depending on the what and where, I would do a one day anything with you. Just drop me a note in time to plan it. I went out to Hull a few weeks ago looking for that beautiful vantage point that you shot last year, but I could not quite get what I wanted.

[symbolphoto]

Brendan:

Depending on the what and where, I would do a one day anything with you. Just drop me a note in time to plan it. I went out to Hull a few weeks ago looking for that beautiful vantage point that you shot last year, but I could not quite get what I wanted.

Don, JUST ONE DAY? Come on now, you could spend a week with me! :D

Cool, well that's two. Maybe two more? I think turbo and maybe one more..

[donlavange]

Don, JUST ONE DAY? Come on now, you could spend a week with me! :D

Cool, well that's two. Maybe two more? I think turbo and maybe one more..

Just tell me where we are going! I will meet you when you get there! I am an early riser!

[kpratte]

Got a reply back on the Sno Coaches:
Lil' Man Snowmobile Rentals is just down the road from the school where I teach. I've read some things in the paper about that place. Apparently the owner is involved in some lawsuits and is supposedly kind of a jerk, but I don't personally know him or anything about his business.

- Ken

[woloi]

I'd maybe be interested in some photography-related weekend activities. Not sure if I'll ever have time until March due to my courseload (and horribly failing at senioritis), but I'll check this thread often to see if there's stuff happening when I'm free.

[blalor]

I've got a short list of architectural subjects in Boston I'd love to shoot at night (a random smoke stack I saw near Cambridge, some of the bridges over the river, etc.) and it'd be cool to do that in a group...

[Furf]

Not sure what is on the agenda but put me down. I am in maine but I want to be there. Just let me know.

[symbolphoto]

Cool... seems like we have some folks, can you guys specify if you'd like to do a boston shoot, or the winter trails thing?

[woloi]

I'd be more apt to do something in Boston, it's a lot closer for me, so I think there's much more of a chance of being able to show up to something in Boston.

That being said, the winter trails stuff sounds like it could be fun, I'm just not sure I'd have enough free time to do something like that. That also costs a bit more money than wandering around Boston...

[donlavange]

Cool... seems like we have some folks, can you guys specify if you'd like to do a boston shoot, or the winter trails thing?

Here you were luring me on a week long trip and now we are reduced to a night on the town? LOL

[blalor]

A walk around Boston (especially a night one) would be right up my alley.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

im down just let me know.

[kpratte]

A walk around Boston (especially a night one) would be right up my alley.Heh, maybe we can get thrown out of a parking garage again... :)

- Ken

[symbolphoto]

Cool Boston thing on 2/2 ?

Don, you and i can do the ski thing, i'll have to look into it a bit more.

[Furf]

So what is the date and time of this little shingding?

[scotteisenphotography]

So what is the date and time of this little shingding?

its on the second it seems...where would everyone be going? I'm interesting in attending...are there age restrictions to this?! Lol

[Furf]

times? meeting places?

[arrgeebee]

HI all. I'm fairly new to POTN but being a RI resident, I'd love to hook up at some point in Boston. Unfortunately, this one won't work as I'm heading to Phoenix Tuesday for the big game :) I'd definitely like to catch up with you all on the next run though.

[woloi]

I think I'll be free for something in Boston on Saturday. While I can find my way around the city, I'm not really familiar with it from a photography standpoint, but I'd be happy to tag along and learn :D.

[symbolphoto]

ok seems there is enough interest;

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
415 Summer Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02210

7:00pm

There is plenty of parking on the street at this location. For those taking the train it's a short walk from South Station. Just google map it. I see a lot of you are new to this thread, so i'll give you a quick rundown of how we usually do this.

We usually pack into 2-3 cars and drive to different locations. We occasionally stop for Hot chocolate/Coffee and typically spend about 3-4 hours shooting. Sometimes more. You are free to break off whenever you wish. It's a good idea to have a few dollars on you, in case we go to a parking garage that costs money and we all split, or we go through a toll.

I typically volunteer my car, which can hold 4/5 with gear.

I hope some old faces make it! As well as meeting some new ones.

-Brendan

[Furf]

hmmm. This should be interesting. Since I have to be at work at 10am on sunday and I wanted to take the bus. hmm This blows. last one leaves at 9:25 and earliest at 5:55am.
Gah looks like I am driving down.

[HoRnYTuRbO]

im pretty sure i can make this and yes i will over dress like a mofo. =P
gloves, hats and thermo's.

[woloi]

I'm going to tentatively say I'll be there. I'll know for certain tomorrow evening, but I'd definitely like to go.

I may bring a friend along too, he hasn't gotten back to me yet though.

[blalor]

Ok, I'm in for Saturday night. There'll be two of us. I'll have an FRS radio in my car, too; that might help keep the caravan together if we're going much driving.

Brendan, do you set out any goals in advance? I've seen some neat shots (http://www.flickr.com/photos/80051361@N00/251490522) from the Longfellow Bridge, and I got a glance at what might be a neat smoke stack here (http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=42.361688,-71.165547&z=19&t=h&hl=en).

[symbolphoto]

Bhalor, sure if you have a set of radio's that may be helpful.

As for locations, i think it's fair to say that i've got the city down. Not to toot my own horn.. but let's just say that we've extensively toured the city in the past 2 years. That being said, your arsenal mall location looks interesting, but may be a bit further than many want to travel. If you've got some other Boston locations in mind, pass em by here and we'll certainly add to the list if it's not already on there.

Maybe this'll help. Check out my Boston and Boston Night Galleries... if you see some locations in particular you'd like to visit, just let me know.

http://picasaweb.google.com/boosting4/

[blalor]

As for locations, i think it's fair to say that i've got the city down. Not to toot my own horn.. but let's just say that we've extensively toured the city in the past 2 years. That being said, your arsenal mall location looks interesting, but may be a bit further than many want to travel. If you've got some other Boston locations in mind, pass em by here and we'll certainly add to the list if it's not already on there.
Nope, I'm pretty open-minded. I need a creative boost and I've seen a lot of cool architecture around Boston. I'm happy to let someone else point out the good stuff!

Turns out there's a street view of that smoke stack in Google Maps (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=42.361688,-71.165547+(smoke+stack)&sll=42.361688,-71.165547&sspn=0.000955,0.002097&ie=UTF8&t=h&om=0&layer=c&cbll=42.361492,-71.165935&cbp=1,419.0689798080859,,0,-35.612579483249675&ll=42.362468,-71.165738&spn=0.001911,0.004195&z=18).

Maybe this'll help. Check out my Boston and Boston Night Galleries... if you see some locations in particular you'd like to visit, just let me know.

http://picasaweb.google.com/boosting4/

Nice. Great stuff in there. How accessible are the higher viewpoints to the general public? Like this one (http://picasaweb.google.com/boosting4/BostonNightPhotography/photo#4996808050277154834)?

[symbolphoto]

Hmm yeah, i guess i should have qualified that. We can do the mostly ground level stuff, except we have some parking garages that afford quite decent views of the city. I do have a few 'other' locations, but those are essentially risking your freedom. hehe

[SolidxSnake]

Wow I'd love to go... be good to go out shooting for once. I haven't been able to get out much lately.

[symbolphoto]

We'll mostly be doing some downtown stuff. There are a few new ones i'd love to try out. I could list them all here, but honestly until you are there and see it, it won't matter much. I think most people whom have come out in the past have been quite happy with the locations. I may be speaking for them, but that's what i'd guess.

Just bring plenty of warm clothes, all your gear, and be ready for some fun shooting!

[blalor]

Hmm yeah, i guess i should have qualified that. We can do the mostly ground level stuff, except we have some parking garages that afford quite decent views of the city. I do have a few 'other' locations, but those are essentially risking your freedom. hehe

Fair enough. We'll save the other for another time. ;)

Is the Evo yours? I'll be arriving in a (probably very dirty) MINI. I'm going to be scouting some locations for a MINI shoot I'd like to do, as well. Parking garages are usually a good bet.
http://static.flickr.com/151/355844973_7ddf22bbf7.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/blalor/355844973/)

[symbolphoto]

Fair enough. We'll save the other for another time. ;)

Is the Evo yours? I'll be arriving in a (probably very dirty) MINI. I'm going to be scouting some locations for a MINI shoot I'd like to do, as well. Parking garages are usually a good bet.


Yeah i used to drive the EVO. Now i drive a honda fit. :lol:

If you are looking for good places to shoot your mini, boy have i got a few locations for you;

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=&saddr=&daddr=42.335973,-71.066635&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=18&sll=42.33562,-71.067054&sspn=0.003402,0.004667&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=18&om=0


Very good parking garage for lighting and cars.

Second, open lit up area that works great for cars;

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=12570772462824932292,42.356094,-71.057762&saddr=&daddr=42.35606,-71.057846&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=19&sll=42.35611,-71.057773&sspn=0.001701,0.002334&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=19&om=0

And lastly, the location in which we are meeting has a nice overhang when lit provides a huge even white light...

415 summer street. check that out as well.

[Furf]

I am coming from maine so if anyone on the way down wants to carpool just let me know.

[scotteisenphotography]

Is it okay if a 17 year old (myself) tags along...or...not?

[blalor]

Second, open lit up area that works great for cars;

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=12570772462824932292,42.356094,-71.057762&saddr=&daddr=42.35606,-71.057846&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=19&sll=42.35611,-71.057773&sspn=0.001701,0.002334&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=19&om=0


I'll have to drive past that one. I don't see how that location works from the satellite or street views, but I'll take your word for it. :) Arch St.? Looks like it's in the middle of a bunch of tall buildings.

There's a neat old building on Purchase St. (~239 Purchase, if Google's right) that's the old, skinny hardware store sandwiched between the newer buildings. Between Summer and Congress Streets. Sort of an old vs. new thing. :)

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=boston,+ma&ie=UTF8&ll=42.355507,-71.055096&spn=0.003821,0.00839&z=17&om=0&layer=c&cbll=42.35356,-71.055209&cbp=1,336.2094467187553,,0,-43.1524676573551

Geez, the street view kind of takes some of the magic away, doesn't it? :)

[New Hobby]

OK this is getting tempting. I would like to find some new places to shoot from in Boston. I just need to put up the new tripod purchase. Also figure out which one to get.

[symbolphoto]

All ages welcome. Just a reminder, bring cash for the train, parking and perhaps tolls and some Dunkin Donuts. Nothing much else is needed, just show up!

[Furf]

So what you say bout $25 and we should all be good?

[symbolphoto]

We've certainly never spent $25. before. I'd say more like $10. Unless of course you go crazy in Dunkin' Donuts :)

[New Hobby]

We've certainly never spent $25. before. I'd say more like $10. Unless of course you go crazy in Dunkin' Donuts :)

Munchkins for everyone! ;-)

[blalor]

OK this is getting tempting. I would like to find some new places to shoot from in Boston. I just need to put up the new tripod purchase. Also figure out which one to get.

Swing over to Hunt's Photo in Melrose. They've got a good selection and the folks there were very helpful when I was trying to figure out what I needed.

[Furf]

tripod

OOOh another Clue. Also on this adventure are you all bringing your tripods?

What are you bringing?

[blalor]

At night? You'll definitely need some kind of support...

I don't want to go crazy, but I do have a 430EX flash and a pair of PocketWizards, just in case anything needs to be discretely lit. :)

[symbolphoto]

haha, never used flashes, but i guess you never know. Tripods are a must, or a configurable rock. :)

[HoRnYTuRbO]

Hey B, anything around the harbor?

[bryanj87]

Ok, count myself and my wife in for Sat night. Unless we take the Miata, we could drive people around if needed. My wife knows the city really well and we've got a GPS. We're looking forward to it! :)

[symbolphoto]

Hey B, anything around the harbor?

Were 2 cargo's, but they are gone. Not sure what will be there on saturday. That's part of the surprise! :)

[woloi]

Ok, so I'm almost certain I can go, and might be bringing one or two others who aren't part of the forums.

I have a 2000 Subaru Legacy sedan, so if absolutely necessary I can drive and take three to four others, however I'd prefer if I don't have to drive. I'm not exactly familiar with the area, so I'd rather ride.

My friend unfortunately lost my tripod :mad: (it wasn't a very good one anyways, but it was a tripod) so all I have is the XTi and lenses below, and a cheap monopod my dad gave me a couple months ago.

[scotteisenphotography]

I have a car...but i've never really driven in boston before...Volvo s80...So i'm not sure if I could manage or not

[Furf]

I am going and I have a accord and GPS. I can drive if needed.

[kpratte]

I'll be there. I'll have to hook up with blalor and carpool as Nashua is just minutes away.

A nice tripod combination is this: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/505863-REG/Bogen_Manfrotto__055XPROB_Tripod_Legs_Black_.html

Hunt's http://www.huntsphotoandvideo.com/ has a couple of locations, one even opened in Manchester, NH. :)

- Ken

[symbolphoto]

With how many people are coming, we may need all the cars lol... hey, the more the merrier.

[scotteisenphotography]

With how many people are coming, we may need all the cars lol... hey, the more the merrier.

w00t trust the 17 year old driver in boston! :lol:

just kidding, i'm a good driver

[Furf]

I'll be there. I'll have to hook up with blalor and carpool as Nashua is just minutes away.

Maybe we could all go down together. Since I am going down that way.

[blalor]

My girlfriend and I have some plans earlier in the evening, so we won't be able to carpool with anyone. :( Furf, there's no way Nashua is on the way from Maine! ;)

[New Hobby]

Well I just broke out my cheap tripod and it looks like it will do for now. Now I just need to have an idea of what I am doing with it. ;-)

Here is my first test shot out the back door. I get the feeling I will learn something Saturday.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2395/2230115718_a21f2c9296.jpg

[Furf]

Furf, there's no way Nashua is on the way from Maine! ;)

Yeah there is it is the only state that touches maine. Its south.....ish. Lol Fine I will drive alone.

[symbolphoto]

Well I just broke out my cheap tripod and it looks like it will do for now. Now I just need to have an idea of what I am doing with it. ;-)

Here is my first test shot out the back door. I get the feeling I will learn something Saturday.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2395/2230115718_a21f2c9296.jpg

6th - 8th floor of the Union Square condo complex on North Beacon, facing Clevemont Ave. (West) :lol:

[New Hobby]

6th - 8th floor of that apartment complex on North Beacon, facing Clevemont Ave. :lol:

OK you are a bit too good. 6th to be exact.

What other tricks are you good at? ;-)

[symbolphoto]

OK you are a bit too good. 6th to be exact.

What other tricks are you good at? ;-)

Eh, i've got all sorts of stuff up my sleeve. :cool:

[Furf]

I am Only a little excited. YAY Only issue car is in the shop today due to ABS light.

[symbolphoto]

Who needs ABS? hehe

Temps should be in the very low 40's or high 30's. Should be nice. No bad weather in sight.

[woloi]

So don't drive with Furf...check. :p

I'm definitely looking forward to this, it's been one of those weeks for me.

[Furf]

HA I have been fixed the shop put the wrong cv joint in. its all good no ABS for furf.

[psyber_0ptix]

yesterday at the office

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2216/2234409608_54937342ae.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2216/2234409608_71b3f2f8b5_o.jpg

[blonde]

i will try to join you guys but i can't make any promises since i have to be up at 6am on Sunday :)

[SolidxSnake]

I'll be at the Bruins game on saturday.. no dice

[pmk]

Hey mumbles et al,

I've been looking at your plans with much intrigue --never done a night urban shoot-- and now have the greenlight from my better half, so I'm in.

I got a minivan and GPS if needs be, so see you all tomorrow!

Thanks for organizing.

pmk

[bryanj87]

Looks like a good size crowd! I'm looking forward to meeting everyone. The weather looks good, clear & mid 30's.

[Furf]

Is there a rough number of how many there will be.
I am so excited I hope you all will have the patients to help me learn a thing or two.

[woloi]

We probably should get a rough number of people going and people who have cars. I'll start the count. Add how many people going and how many people you can fit in your car (if you have one).

1 person going (may have one or two others, but doubtful).

3 people comfortably, though I'd prefer not to drive unless we need the extra car or maybe if someone else with GPS wants to ride with me.

[symbolphoto]

PMK great, having a minivan sounds like a great thing. =)

Blonde, you best make it out... you know after another 5 months you'll never be back out again.

Furf, i'll mostly be showing people around, maybe 1 or 2 pics, so i'll have plenty of time to lend a hand, where applicable.

[Furf]

Alright I have gone through and have a list of who has pretty much confirmed in the past three days.

Bryan with 2 People GPS and room for 2ish
Wololi with 1 possibly 2
Scottie 1 has car would prefer if others drove.
Kprat 1going
New Hobby 1 going
PMK 1 with GPS and a van:grin:

And Myself with GPS and room for 3.

So far 8 confirmed.

I will try to keep this list updated throughout the day. Also if for any reason someone needs a hold of me after we are all traveling my number is 207-504-1339. here we go with the prank calls.

[pmk]

PMK great, having a minivan sounds like a great thing.

There are no seats in the van. ;) Just kidding. I can fit 6 others (legally) and 17 (illegally)!

pmk

[Furf]

Pmk so what is that 6 us citizens and 17 mexicans. thats 23 people in a mini van Nice work.

[pmk]

In fact, no.

It's more of a clown / non-clown type of affair.

pmk

[Furf]

In fact, no.

It's more of a clown / non-clown type of affair.

pmk

Ok well in that case. That shall work out nicely.

[scotteisenphotography]

i cant confirm that im going...but if i'm at the place when you guys are..then count me in...

[scotteisenphotography]

also...i CAN go..but i would somehow need to be back at South Station around 10:30...does anyone know if that is gonna be possible?

Scott

[woloi]

I'd assume worst case, you can probably catch the T back to South Station from wherever we are. Might have to give yourself some extra time, but you'd be able to come along for at least two hours (depending on where in the city we are).

On another note, someone mentioned there was parking around/by the events center? Is it just free street parking? Also, how safe is it? Can I leave my car with nothing in it and be ok? I don't really know that area of Boston at all, when I go into Boston I'm usually over by Kenmore Square.

[New Hobby]

I have had some stuff come up. Not sure just yet if I can make it.

[Furf]

Bryan with 2 People GPS and room for 2ish
Wololi with 1 possibly 2
Scottie 1
Kprat 1going
PMK 1 with GPS and a van:grin:

And Myself with GPS and room for 3.

So far 7 confirmed.

[symbolphoto]

also...i CAN go..but i would somehow need to be back at South Station around 10:30...does anyone know if that is gonna be possible?

Scott

Yeah we double back sometimes to let people off, so you don't have to worry about this.

Furf, i think more people are going to show than that, but we are covered with cars anyway, so i'm not worried about it.

Should be a good time folks, i'm looking forward to meeting all the new faces. Just a last reminder... bring clothes for all sorts of weather. Yes the weather channel says 30 degress but with the sun down and if the wind picks up, you'll certainly feel it.

So we'll start off down near the waterfront. Then take the Ted Williams over to East Boston. Head back to the North End/Fanueil hall area. Couple of weird spots downtown, then Copley.

[Furf]

Alright all I am on my way now. I am on the road at this point so if you need me for any reason please call.

[symbolphoto]

Jesus christ, are you in Canada or Maine? haha

[kpratte]

Coming from NH via 93S BCEC website says:

"Take I-93 South to Exit 20A “South Station.” At the end of the ramp, take a left at signal, onto Summer Street at South Station. Follow Summer St. for approximately 1 mile, the BCEC will be on your right."

Another set of their directions say Exit 23 "Purchase Street / South Station" At the end of the ramp continue onto Purchase Street, then take a left (.7 miles) onto Summer Street.

Does anyone know which one is right? Google and Mapquest agree with the second set of directions, but I know they have been playing down there.

- Ken

[symbolphoto]

Coming from NH via 93S BCEC website says:

"Take I-93 South to Exit 20A “South Station.” At the end of the ramp, take a left at signal, onto Summer Street at South Station. Follow Summer St. for approximately 1 mile, the BCEC will be on your right."

Another set of their directions say Exit 23 "Purchase Street / South Station" At the end of the ramp continue onto Purchase Street, then take a left (.7 miles) onto Summer Street.

Does anyone know which one is right? Google and Mapquest agree with the second set of directions, but I know they have been playing down there.

- Ken


I think the second one is correct. The first is pre-big dig.

Just follow signs to south station, once you see south station, summer street is right there.

[kpratte]

I think the second one is correct. The first is pre-big dig.

Just follow signs to south station, once you see south station, summer street is right there.Okie, follow signs for "South Station", got it.

- Ken

[scotteisenphotography]

Can't make it guys =[...got a paying shoot to do tonight!

[woloi]

Can't make it guys =[...got a paying shoot to do tonight!


Haha, lucky you! I'd like to get paid to take photos...

[woloi]

So not sure if anyone is even still home before tonight, but looks like it's just going to be me tonight, none of my friends are free.

See you all in a few hours!

[Furf]

GAH. My camera stopped working, I left my gear bag in the van with the clowns. Its 1 am and I just got home. Will deal with you lot in the am. Thanks for the tips.

[pmk]

Awesome Boston POTN shoot tonight. Thanks for hosting and guiding, mumbles. Most excellent.

Hey Furf, missing something? PM me your address and I'll ship them back to you.

pmk

[bryanj87]

We had a great time. Will post something later Sunday. Thanks mumbles for taking us around! It was nice meeting everyone. :)

[woloi]

Thanks mumbles!

Boo to the State Police...looks like I'm not getting a tripod anytime soon cause I have to pay the State Police $200... :evil:

If any of you guys know how to interpret one of these MA tickets let me know. I figure I don't have to decide until Monday if I'm going to appeal or not.

Next time I should just take a train.

[symbolphoto]

Great meeting all the new faces, hope you all enjoyed the night. Woloi, that sucks. You can try to appeal, (Which rarely works these days, especially if you were actually speeding) and they may take the cost down but you still get the points, otherwise just pay it. Nothing much you can do about it. Furf, that stinks... :(

I was bored and not really tired, so i processed mine;

http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/northend1.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/northend2.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/northend3.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/zakim2.jpg
http://www.brendanstewart.net/random/columbuspark1.jpg

[Furf]

Great shots mumbles. I am afraid to look at mine now. The one of paul revere is awesome. Thanks for taking us out. now My camera works FINE:twisted: What the heck is up with that. I guess that it does not like the cold. oh well. We shall see what happens next time.

[Becca]

Very nice, Mumbles! Looks like you guys had a great time! One of these times I'm going to have to come down and join you for one of these night time shoots, but I'll wait until it gets a little warmer!

[flyfisher]

Brendon,

Looks like another successful night shoot, nice shots.

[pmk]

Good time fer sure. I'll post up a few later....

For now... I could tell you which one is mumbles, but I'd have to kill ya. :D

http://singlespeedphoto.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p810439952-4.jpg

pmk

[Furf]

I did not like any of my shots they all had movement on them. SO... I guess that means once I get a camera that works then I should get a decent tripod any way here is the only picture that I am not afraid to share.
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a353/pythnguy/thebean2208.jpg

This area was really really cool. It was cold and my camera froze after this and would not work. and this is only after being out for about a hour or so.

[Furf]

Good time fer sure. I'll post up a few later....
For now... I could tell you which one is mumbles, but I'd have to kill ya. :D
pmk

Yeah but I will openly admit that I look like a tool. But you should have seen your self all wrapped around your tripod trying not to shake it.