GKPE: General Ramblings thread

[IainB]

:evil:
BUGGER! The law needs to get tougher. I say that if someone breaks the law, they shouldn't have human rights left.
:p


What about this geezer!!!!
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/story.cfm?c_id=1&ObjectID=10409233
Says he's not coping too well in prison right now. What a shame! :D

[IainB]

Anyone.............. No one wants to go out with me :cry:

What? and play 'follow the leader' ;)

Sadly, have to shovel and barrow a whole pile of top soil from the back yard before the rain turns it to mud.... Now there's a thought....Maybe I could interest Tony in some 'ground control'...

[weka2000]

Come on you lads get organised and put your back into it. Ive painted the hall, toilet, bathroom and laundy ceiling so the rest of the day is mine.

As for follow the leader that has some advantages...... watch the leader sink into the mud..."do go there" :lol:

Ian I have done 20yrs of manual labour. I have moved dirt with everything from a shovel to a tractor to a 5 tonne digger.

[weka2000]

Hum are we expecting rain today..... oh what the hell great waterfall weather

[theflyingkiwi]

Come on you lads get organised and put your back into it. Ive painted the hall, toilet, bathroom and laundy ceiling so the rest of the day is mine.

As for follow the leader that has some advantages...... watch the leader sink into the mud..."do go there" :lol:

Ian I have done 20yrs of manual labour. I have moved dirt with everything from a shovel to a tractor to a 5 tonne digger.

so that's why you are a skinny little runt :) :lol: :lol: :lol:

[IainB]

Hum are we expecting rain today.....

No - I'm just a slow... digger.:confused:

[weka2000]

so that's why you are a skinny little runt :) :lol: :lol: :lol:

Built for speed not comfort. I weighted 65 kg when I left school and Im still under 70kg last time I checked I was 67. If I get sick for a couple of days and dont eat I can loose 3 kgs easy.

When I was at school I was a middle / long distance runner. Mind you I was always saying something to someone who was bigger than me I figures if they could catch me they were then able to beat the crap out of me, that didnt happen often :lol:

Somethings havnt changed much :)

[weka2000]

Off to Whatipu be back about 6-9pm. I will try not to get into trouble.

[dgcorner]

What a day... no sales.. zilch, zero, nil, nada... bugger...

Anyone interested in a Sony Bravia LCD 40in V-Series for $3999.95? ;-)

[scotttnz]

John, heard anything about the other job you went for?

[forsaken]

anyone get any good firework shots?

[Nzshrimper]

anyone get any good firework shots?
ermm No i did not..

[forsaken]

:( didn't mean to cause you any sadness with my question.

[weka2000]

Well Im back but not in the same shape as I was when I left and my camera aint the same either.

Climbing down some rocks and slipped almight crunch. Bashed leg and arm bit sort and cuts and bumps. The Camera came off very lucky. Hood is scratched the tripod in which the camera was on to most of the fall.

But hey its a Canon and if it cant take a few knocks then whats the point.
Will post photos latter. After I have a very long hot shower :lol:

[tag141]

macro lens anyone...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/Camera-accessories/Lenses/Canon/auction-75917722.htm

guess what i was looking for... :rolleyes:

Lucky you didn't buy it...

Heres some more over priced stuff on trademe: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/Camera-accessories/Lenses/Canon/auction-75917722.htm

Total price from AC, thats their shelf price, is only $3971

I had another thought. Why not put an add on TM. $1 reserve for a 30D. When people click on it to look you can simply say the camera was nicked, give serials etc. At least then people will be looking out for it.

Secondly, go to pawn shops and secondhand shops and pass on the info. Also, if you give the serial to Canon, I'm sure they keep a look out for it if it comes in for service.

[Nzshrimper]

Lucky you didn't buy it...



I had another thought. Why not put an add on TM. $1 reserve for a 30D. When people click on it to look you can simply say the camera was nicked, give serials etc. At least then people will be looking out for it.

Secondly, go to pawn shops and secondhand shops and pass on the info. Also, if you give the serial to Canon, I'm sure they keep a look out for it if it comes in for service.
been around the shops this morning doing that. Good idea thou..

[Nzshrimper]

:( didn't mean to cause you any sadness with my question.
no sadness here.. not to worried about it..

Hey thats why i have insurance. :D Should only be a week at the most without a camera.

Jeez tony be careful buddy, cant get many shots from the hospital or worse..

Note to Tony's wife - up the life insurance. ;)

[forsaken]

my best from last night with the nifty50. Warehouse fireworks suck, hardly any aerial explosions :(

Thumping Thunder fireworks were MUCH better

http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1601/944371/1745642/202044701.jpg

[weka2000]

Jeez tony be careful buddy, cant get many shots from the hospital or worse..

Note to Tony's wife - up the life insurance. ;)

I think I will add a first aid kit to my back pak :rolleyes: . Seems both my legs got hit and now are very brused, lumps where there should be.
Oh well thats enough I will mend now how did the photos come out :lol:

[forsaken]

I think I will add a first aid kit to my back pak :rolleyes: . Seems both my legs got hit and now are very brused, lumps where there should be.
Oh well thats enough I will mend now how did the photos come out :lol:


true tony style. always thinking of the photos :)

[Nzshrimper]

total nut case.. :rolleyes: lol .. oh well pain for his art i suppose it shows dedication..

Can someone please go with him next time - just to watch him. :D Possible Wazza with the westpac chopper in tow. :lol:

[tag141]

Seems both my legs got hit and now are very brused, lumps where there should be.

Seems you need a bit more padding on that skinny body.

[weka2000]

Seems you need a bit more padding on that skinny body.


I need just to watch my step.
Yeah come on guys how would you feel If they found my carcus a week later. Im sure Sandra would get a few phones calls wonder what she is going to do with my gear :lol:

[Nzshrimper]

I need just to watch my step.
Yeah come on guys how would you feel If they found my carcus a week later. Im sure Sandra would get a few phones calls wonder what she is going to do with my gear :lol:
hey I need some new gear.. lol.

[tag141]

hey I need some new gear.. lol.

You'll have to find Wekas carcus first...

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=235949

[dgcorner]

John, heard anything about the other job you went for?

Thanks Scott -- so far looking very good... but not jumping up and down yet till I sign my life away. The contract should be up this week (I hope) You guys will be the first to know!

Well Im back but not in the same shape as I was when I left and my camera aint the same either.

Climbing down some rocks and slipped almight crunch. Bashed leg and arm bit sort and cuts and bumps. The Camera came off very lucky. Hood is scratched the tripod in which the camera was on to most of the fall.

But hey its a Canon and if it cant take a few knocks then whats the point.
Will post photos latter. After I have a very long hot shower :lol:

Tony, are you sure you don't have a streak of sadism on you?:p First you try to kill yourself on the mudflats;) then you jump of a ledge... all in the pursuit of pictures. :p

my best from last night with the nifty50. Warehouse fireworks suck, hardly any aerial explosions :(

Thumping Thunder fireworks were MUCH better



Good job Si!

I need just to watch my step.
Yeah come on guys how would you feel If they found my carcus a week later. Im sure Sandra would get a few phones calls wonder what she is going to do with my gear :lol:

Do you need spectacles? Tony, better draw up a will -- there are going to be a few who will be vying for your gear!:p

[weka2000]

Tony, are you sure you don't have a streak of sadism on you?:p First you try to kill yourself on the mudflats;) then you jump of a ledge... all in the pursuit of pictures. :p


And thats why I am aiming to be the next Craig Potten
http://www.craigpotton.co.nz/photolibrary
And hes a skinny guy as well :lol: Shame he uses a Nikon :rolleyes:

[weka2000]

Here is todays effort. Not as good as I hoped the fall musted have effected my head

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=2218385#post2218385

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=235958

[NordieBoy]

And thats why I am aiming to be the next Craig Potten
http://www.craigpotton.co.nz/photolibrary
And hes a skinny guy as well :lol: Shame he uses a Nikon :rolleyes:

And he's in Nelson :D

[tag141]

And thats why I am aiming to be the next Craig Potten

TBH, my missus bought me a book of his work and I wasn't overly impressed. I suppose it's easy to get a book to print when you have a publishing company. However, I don't think I could do any better...yet. I went to the museum today to have a look at the photos. They were very mediocre images BUT the presentation makes them stand out and gives them something. Viewing pictures on a screen just isn't the same as printing and framing.

Weka, IMO, the sand dunes would be superb if framed in a simple black frame with a white matte.

[weka2000]

TBH, my missus bought me a book of his work and I wasn't overly impressed. I suppose it's easy to get a book to print when you have a publishing company. However, I don't think I could do any better...yet. I went to the museum today to have a look at the photos. They were very mediocre images BUT the presentation makes them stand out and gives them something. Viewing pictures on a screen just isn't the same as printing and framing.

Weka, IMO, the sand dunes would be superb if framed in a simple black frame with a white matte.
Yes his work didnt jump out at me either but he making money out of it. So may send him a e-mail and find out how he got started.

[tag141]

Yes his work didnt jump out at me either but he making money out of it. So may send him a e-mail and find out how he got started.

Is his photography making him money or does the fact he runs a publishing company give him the money for photography?



Scarlett Johanson...punched in the mouth or stung by a wasp on the lips?

[naqs]

So this is the main thread for kiwi's... Looks as though you guys have been busy, I couldn't be bothered reading through all 703 pages.

[tag141]

I couldn't be bothered reading through all 703 pages.

Why not? ;)

BTW where's The Kid? He was so full of promise. We could have nutured him into a fantastic photographer and said in years to come...'Yeah The Kid, we taught him well.' Oh yeah, he's an Aussie...oh well !!

[weka2000]

Pete i handed out another 1 of those GKPE strips you gave me. Guy who works for some airline. Had a 300D and 100-400L

[TKRFAN]

you got in one... :cry: 30d and lenes.. cf card

and an ipod, treo 650 phone a little cash, a pair of trousers ?? , a cable bag and some work tools.

That sucks so much :mad: My house was broken into a few years ago, and they stole my canon film camera, my olympus point and shoot digital, and I thought that was it until a few months later, when I saw someone wearing a holden jacket like mine - I was going to give it to a mate as I had won it from Holden motorsport in Aussie (they didn't sell the same one over here), but it was too big - when I got home it wasn't there :mad: So I probably either saw the thief or one of his associates. Not a pleasant thing to happen that is for sure.

[Nzshrimper]

So this is the main thread for kiwi's... Looks as though you guys have been busy, I couldn't be bothered reading through all 703 pages.
thats 703 pages of pure class you are missing... ;)

[Nzshrimper]

That sucks so much :mad: My house was broken into a few years ago, and they stole my canon film camera, my olympus point and shoot digital, and I thought that was it until a few months later, when I saw someone wearing a holden jacket like mine - I was going to give it to a mate as I had won it from Holden motorsport in Aussie (they didn't sell the same one over here), but it was too big - when I got home it wasn't there :mad: So I probably either saw the thief or one of his associates. Not a pleasant thing to happen that is for sure.
ahh i am over it all ready.. although i do have a cricket bat by the bed.;) and yep it sucks... but its replaceable.

right i am off to bed to get up early and watch the All Blacks smash the weak english side,,, ;) :p

[theflyingkiwi]

thats 703 pages of pure class you are missing... ;)

hmm I wouldn't call class :) it's something but class it ain't ;)

[Nzshrimper]

hmm I wouldn't call class :) it's something but class it ain't ;)
class 'A' drugs...
(needed to stay up to read all of it)

[forsaken]

So this is the main thread for kiwi's... Looks as though you guys have been busy, I couldn't be bothered reading through all 703 pages.


sweet. I see you found the place alright :cool:

[CliveyBoy]

So this is the main thread for kiwi's... Looks as though you guys have been busy
Welcome to a great collection of personalities...:)

[dgcorner]

So this is the main thread for kiwi's... Looks as though you guys have been busy, I couldn't be bothered reading through all 703 pages.

Welcome to the Forum & the GKPE!

Why not? ;)

BTW where's The Kid? He was so full of promise. We could have nutured him into a fantastic photographer and said in years to come...'Yeah The Kid, we taught him well.' Oh yeah, he's an Aussie...oh well !!

:lol: :lol: :lol:

Welcome to a great collection of personalities...:)

I second that! Watch out for the one they call Weka2000 -- he has a feisty personality:lol:

[Nzshrimper]

I second that! Watch out for the one they call Weka2000 -- he has a feisty personality:lol:
And now he thinks he is Rambo.

[IainB]

Welcome to a great collection of personalities...:)

Correction: A collection of great personalities...:D

[IainB]

And now he thinks he is Rambo.

Now, now! You leave poor Weka alone. Just call him 'Lambo'.

[weka2000]

I second that! Watch out for the one they call Weka2000 -- he has a feisty personality:lol:

Hey only when provoked :lol:

Ian I love the new title 'Lambo' thats the one the mods should change ;)

Im very very sore this morning. Knee is killing me, its not broken but badly brused, it will heal.

[joeseph]

Hey only when provoked :lol:

Ian I love the new title 'Lambo' thats the one the mods should change ;)

Im very very sore this morning. Knee is killing me, its not broken but badly brused, it will heal.
One set of broken bones in the family's enough eh? look after yourself....

[weka2000]

One set of broken bones in the family's enough eh? look after yourself....

And people wonder why I married a nurse :lol:

How mum and bubs?

[weka2000]

I have just sent Craig Potten an e-mail so lets see what I get back.

[IainB]

Hey only when provoked :lol:

Ian I love the new title 'Lambo' thats the one the mods should change ;)

Im very very sore this morning. Knee is killing me, its not broken but badly brused, it will heal.

Be glad I didn't accompany you on the mini yesterday... Later in the afternoon a friend I was with jumped off a trailer and broke his ankle. Nasty! He got home from A&E at 5:30am today. REAL nasty!
Look after the knee and get well soon!

[theflyingkiwi]

I have just sent Craig Potten an e-mail so lets see what I get back.

has this guy got a web site? I just did a search for his name and nothing interesting came back.

[weka2000]

Went to the doc, nothing broken and everything works as its meant to so just a bit bashed around.

So who comming with me on my next adventure. You cant beat getting off the beaten track :lol:

Craig Potten + NZ in Google

[theflyingkiwi]

he's not indexed very well. the first page I got was

http://www.ecommerce-silverweil.com/www.craigpotton.co.nz_New-Zealand-Craig-Potton-Publishing-New-Zealand-books-The-Adventures-of-Mr-Marigold-Michael-Tobi_25d854d4416082ba8a048b8f28e79e4c
and then a link to
http://www.craigpotton.co.nz/

gezz I thought the internet was to make everything easer to get to.

the 2nd thing, what's wrong with his work.

[tim]

I pulled a calf muscle on Sat nt/Sun morning... not helpful not being able to walk much. Luckily I don't have a wedding for 3 weeks, otherwise i'd have a problem.

[Moppie]

Sounds like a violent weekend!

Glad theres no borken bones though, I don't fancy a GKPE shoot Weka in hospital.
Or, a GKPE funeral shoot...... (to much black is bad for the spot meter).

[weka2000]

he's not indexed very well. the first page I got was

http://www.ecommerce-silverweil.com/www.craigpotton.co.nz_New-Zealand-Craig-Potton-Publishing-New-Zealand-books-The-Adventures-of-Mr-Marigold-Michael-Tobi_25d854d4416082ba8a048b8f28e79e4c
and then a link to
http://www.craigpotton.co.nz/

gezz I thought the internet was to make everything easer to get to.

the 2nd thing, what's wrong with his work.

For me it dosnt make me go WOW. Maybe I need to see the prints.

Moppie if I did end up dead make sure they scatter my ashes from the top of Karekare waterfall so it blows towards the sea. I wont weigh much so it wont be to much of a climb. You will need Mattl to help with the absailing down.
Oh and Duncan gets the 70-200F2.8L

[Moppie]

Oh and Duncan gets the 70-200F2.8L


Can I have the 5D?

Ill set it up down the bottom before we scatter the ashes. Should make a nice dust cloud at sunset before they settle into the falls.

[weka2000]

Can I have the 5D?

Ill set it up down the bottom before we scatter the ashes. Should make a nice dust cloud at sunset before they settle into the falls.

I dont know what condition it will be in :lol:

I better make a list of who wants what and give to Sandra after all I would hate for a fight to break out :rolleyes:

[DiscoLizard]

I'll take the 30D and the lights :)

Well, I'm not injured like everybody else, but bloody sore after the first cricket game of the season.

[weka2000]

I'll take the 30D and the lights :)

Well, I'm not injured like everybody else, but bloody sore after the first cricket game of the season.

Now thats been greedy:lol: 1 item per person :rolleyes:
I dont have much and it has to go a round

[DiscoLizard]

Okay, Liz will have the 30d, and I'll have the lights :D

Oh, Tim - I've been playing with JAlbum a bit more, and I think I'm beginning to see what you like about it.

[tim]

Oh, Tim - I've been playing with JAlbum a bit more, and I think I'm beginning to see what you like about it.

Yeah, it just works, and it's very configurable.

[theflyingkiwi]

Okay, Liz will have the 30d, and I'll have the lights :D

Oh, Tim - I've been playing with JAlbum a bit more, and I think I'm beginning to see what you like about it.

I must admit I also like JAlbum, if you check out my web site all the new gallery's are done with it.

[weka2000]

Okay, Liz will have the 30d, and I'll have the lights :D

Oh, Tim - I've been playing with JAlbum a bit more, and I think I'm beginning to see what you like about it.

Much better ;)

[tag141]

I must admit I also like JAlbum, if you check out my web site all the new gallery's are done with it.

Looking good...but you might need a proof reader. Ballons over Waikato?

[weka2000]

Here is the shot before the fall. The rock I sliped on is the round tan one in the water. Next time I will get my feet wet.

[scotttnz]

That is a great shot Tony!

Horizon is a touch too high if I am being fussy.

[NordieBoy]

Sounds like a violent weekend!

Glad theres no borken bones though, I don't fancy a GKPE shoot Weka in hospital.
Or, a GKPE funeral shoot...... (to much black is bad for the spot meter).

I fell off my motorbike yesterday.
But it was sliding backwards down a clay bank at the time.

[Moppie]

Here is the shot before the fall. The rock I sliped on is the round tan one in the water. Next time I will get my feet wet.


If the rock dosn't match the other rocks around it, its generaly not wise to step on it.

You didn't spend much time walking around the coast as a kid did you?
I thought you were the tough out doors type? :p

Nice photo though. :)

[NordieBoy]

Here is the shot before the fall. The rock I sliped on is the round tan one in the water. Next time I will get my feet wet.

What lens was that with?
Looks fish-eyed a bit :confused:
Sweet colours and contrast.

Was this before or after The Incident.

[IainB]

Ill set it up down the bottom before we scatter the ashes. Should make a nice dust cloud at sunset before they settle into the falls.

Yes, but can you imagine us sitting around doing a sensor clean after that....;)
Could send them into Canon, and ask them to keep the 'dust' for us...Hey,enough of this morbidity! "Number 2000 is ALIVE!!!!"

[theflyingkiwi]

Looking good...but you might need a proof reader. Ballons over Waikato?

huh, what mistake? :) thanks for the heads up. all changed now.

[weka2000]

Yes, but can you imagine us sitting around doing a sensor clean after that....;)
Could send them into Canon, and ask them to keep the 'dust' for us...Hey,enough of this morbidity! "Number 2000 is ALIVE!!!!"


LOL. Yes I aint going anywhere. So you guys can buy your own stuff rather than buzzing over head waiting for mine.

Oh "L" lens part 4 is under negoation :lol:

[weka2000]

That is a great shot Tony!

Horizon is a touch too high if I am being fussy.

17mm curves the horizon

[weka2000]

What lens was that with?
Looks fish-eyed a bit :confused:
Sweet colours and contrast.

Was this before or after The Incident.

Just before.
Moppie I dont see you comming out with me often :)
I grew up at Mt Maunganui I have scares to prove the rock walks, glass in the sand from bloody Aucklanders.

A real bloke didnt go home after the fall he stayed to get the job done :p

Oh the photo is a blend of 3 exposures

[Moppie]

Just before.
Moppie I dont see you comming out with me often :)



I grew up in Beachlands, mudflats and rock out crops, with sandstone cliffs.
I also spent enough time around farms to know not to stand in the tall dark green pratchs of grass unless your feet are cold.

Im going to make an effort to get out with you one day, its just finding time at the moment.
Maybe the 19th?

[weka2000]

I grew up in Beachlands, mudflats and rock out crops, with sandstone cliffs.
I also spent enough time around farms to know not to stand in the tall dark green pratchs of grass unless your feet are cold.

Im going to make an effort to get out with you one day, its just finding time at the moment.
Maybe the 19th?

I will check if Sandras working. Hope you got good boots and are a bit of a Mountain Goat .

Tim that stock photo site got back in contact with me. We are trying to meet up this week.

[weka2000]

Ok my Pbase expires this month so do I setup my own

tonysearle.co.nz

or

rawbeauty.co.nz

What ever it is there will be 2 main sections
I will also want to get cards made. Time to make some money
those F2.8 tele primes are not cheap :)
Landscape and Portrait

[tim]

Tim that stock photo site got back in contact with me. We are trying to meet up this week.

Let me know how it goes, I don't think i'll bother since I don't shoot anything much that stock companies would be interested in.

[theflyingkiwi]

Ok my Pbase expires this month so do I setup my own

tonysearle.co.nz

or

rawbeauty.co.nz

What ever it is there will be 2 sections
Landscape and Portrait

tony, which one would like to use. You must your own preference?

[weka2000]

tony, which one would like to use. You must your own preference?

I guess rawbeauty is what Im all about, it describes what I do does it fit into portrait though?. My name wont change and most photographer have it as their site name.

[weka2000]

Let me know how it goes, I don't think i'll bother since I don't shoot anything much that stock companies would be interested in.

Looks like he will be over tonight. I figure nothing ventured nothing gained, what have I got to loose?
He will let me know what they are after.

[Moppie]

I will check if Sandras working. Hope you got good boots and are a bit of a Mountain Goat .



Depends where you plan on going?
Iv got pretty good boots, but prefer shoes unless its realy REALLY rough.

[weka2000]

Depends where you plan on going?
Iv got pretty good boots, but prefer shoes unless its realy REALLY rough.

I go where no man has gone before...or isnt stupid enough to go :lol:
You want the best photos then you have to be willing to spill blood for it. Now where is my teddy bear my knee hurts

[CliveyBoy]

I guess rawbeauty is what Im all about, it describes what I do does it fit into portrait though?. My name wont change and most photographer have it as their site name.
Tony, RawBeauty has a double-entendre - Raw can mean explicitly sexual. If that is not what you want to have passing through viewers' minds, perhaps it should not be used.

[DiscoLizard]

I go where no man has gone before...or isnt stupid enough to go :lol:

Helen's bedroom? *rimshot*

I'll be here all week...:oops:

[weka2000]

Tony, RawBeauty has a double-entendre - Raw can mean explicitly sexual. If that is not what you want to have passing through viewers' minds, perhaps it should not be used.

Perfect :lol:

[weka2000]

Helen's bedroom? *rimshot*

I'll be here all week...:oops:

Dave let Liz know I sent her a PM. Freedy gave us an idea.

How are the flashes working out...you must be ready for the second phase 2x580 and st-3e

[CliveyBoy]

Perfect :lol:
There's no point in advertising to the wrong market - go for what you want to get.
BTW How's the ex-wife - did she allow you to keep some L-Lenses?;)

[dgcorner]

And now he thinks he is Rambo.


Now, now! You leave poor Weka alone. Just call him 'Lambo'.

:lol: :lol: :lol:

One set of broken bones in the family's enough eh? look after yourself....

What Duncan said:p

LOL. Yes I aint going anywhere. So you guys can buy your own stuff rather than buzzing over head waiting for mine.

Oh "L" lens part 4 is under negoation

Just goes to show that your time isn't up yet -- if you had all the L lenses you needed then you would have nothing to live for:p

[weka2000]

There's no point in advertising to the wrong market - go for what you want to get.
BTW How's the ex-wife - did she allow you to keep some L-Lenses?;)

I did pick the name in part for my "glamour" side taking a natural woman and making a photo of her beauty. I did not think about the sexual side of "Raw"

My wife and I are still in discusion over this matter. Shes not 100% happy and thats ok by me....I have a dream it is something I want to do, so we will work it out.

all I get is "Show me the money" then I try to arrange something then I get "Im not happy about it" to which I respond do you want the money or not :rolleyes:

John we have an appointment with death. Its what you do while you are waiting that counts.

[theflyingkiwi]

You know I am beginning to think that John likes multi quote just a bit to much. that's all he seems to do is multi quote :)

[dgcorner]

John we have an appointment with death. Its what you do while you are waiting that counts.

Yep, agree -- Life is short enough... Too short for doing all the things we love to do... but I don't want to go around courting the Angel of Death to come sooner rather than later:p

[dgcorner]

You know I am beginning to think that John likes multi quote just a bit to much. that's all he seems to do is multi quote :)

These days, it's the only way I can catch up and comment:confused: :( I'm sure I'll be off "multi-quote" when I find a better job, i.e., one that will allow me time to access the web from work:D

[weka2000]

You know I am beginning to think that John likes multi quote just a bit to much. that's all he seems to do is multi quote :)

Yes what happened to a real conversation. Mark I havnt forgotten about the Business cards design. It will come down to the name I choose

John do you like to play it safe :rolleyes:

[dgcorner]

You know I am beginning to think that John likes multi quote just a bit to much. that's all he seems to do is multi quote :)

Yes what happened to a real conversation. Mark I havnt forgotten about the Business cards design. It will come down to the name I choose

John do you like to play it safe :rolleyes:

Not safe...:p but I like taking educated risks... If the probability of breaking my neck is high and I am on my own then it is a no go. If I'm with you or someone else in the GKPE team then by all means -- at least I know that someone else will be around to know where my corpse is:p

[Nzshrimper]

What a day... !

have spent the best part of an hour on the phone to two insurance companies, then came the fun a games of the database on my phone that was also nicked.

4 members of staff had the fun and games of changing all our customers login in, telco accounts, vpns, passwords and any other data that we needed to. (it took all day and some time tommorow)
Explained to customers what had happened and what we were doing was a failsafe to protect them. Just in the off chance that the scrot that stole my gear knew what to do with the data (if they could crack the password). it was a 1 - 1000 chance (if not more) but better to be pro active than not. We all needed a beer. :rolleyes:

[weka2000]

Not safe...:p but I like taking educated risks... If the probability of breaking my neck is high and I am on my own then it is a no go. If I'm with you or someone else in the GKPE team then by all means -- at least I know that someone else will be around to know where my corpse is:p

Sometimes you just have to get that shot. My risks are calculated. My problem is I do everything at 1 speed ...full on.

[weka2000]

Chris did you have a look at that 5D?

[Nzshrimper]

Chris did you have a look at that 5D?
Nah not just yet.... been to rushed.. it is a harvey n's special . ex demo (about 1500 shots).

got to see insurance company tommorow about replacing my gear. I have told the guy selling what the story is, so he is happy.

However the 5D is only $500 of the retail price .

I may just replace the 30d and get some new 'L' to play with..

i will be replacing the 70-200.

[weka2000]

Nah not just yet.... been to rushed.. it is a harvey n's special . ex demo (about 1500 shots).

got to see insurance company tommorow about replacing my gear. I have told the guy selling what the story is, so he is happy.

However the 5D is only $500 of the retail price .

I may just replace the 30d and get some new 'L' to play with..

i will be replacing the 70-200.

Now every one wants a 5D and "L" glass :lol:

[Nzshrimper]

Now every one wants a 5D and "L" glass :lol:
i am going to get the one with built in air bags.. :p

[Nzshrimper]

i am not sure the 5D is the route for me to go. but i will try and have a play this week,,, i like the 5fps of the 30D.

[weka2000]

i am not sure the 5D is the route for me to go. but i will try and have a play this week,,, i like the 5fps of the 30D.

So do I but I cant use 2 cameras at once :lol:

[dgcorner]

What a day... !

have spent the best part of an hour on the phone to two insurance companies, then came the fun a games of the database on my phone that was also nicked.

4 members of staff had the fun and games of changing all our customers login in, telco accounts, vpns, passwords and any other data that we needed to. (it took all day and some time tommorow)
Explained to customers what had happened and what we were doing was a failsafe to protect them. Just in the off chance that the scrot that stole my gear knew what to do with the data (if they could crack the password). it was a 1 - 1000 chance (if not more) but better to be pro active than not. We all needed a beer. :rolleyes:

Better being proactive rather than sorry later on. My commiserations re the hassle.


Sometimes you just have to get that shot. My risks are calculated. My problem is I do everything at 1 speed ...full on.

You need to get a new transmission - do remember that as we age, our "suspensions" sag and are no longer suited for race or rally type stuff.

....
However the 5D is only $500 of the retail price .

I may just replace the 30d and get some new 'L' to play with..

i will be replacing the 70-200.

uh oh.... I wouldn't touch Hardly Normal with a 10 foot pole ;-) Sorry, I just had to say that given I work with H&S:lol:

Have you tried Glam? He does offer NZ warranty. If you want me to purchase one for you at AC and then courier over let me know... no problems if that saves you some $$$ as opposed to buying from where you are.

The 70-200L IS is a neat little lens.

[tag141]

Now every one wants a 5D and "L" glass :lol:

Just the glass thanks...oh yeah, started my collection already.

[Nzshrimper]

So do I but I cant use 2 cameras at once :lol:
yes but you do have the option of using both, when you fancy it.. i don't yet...:p

some glass would be nice.. a longer one and a nice mid range.

given the free choice what you buy to complement a 70 -200 IS and the 30 D

(3 other lens)

[Nzshrimper]

Better being proactive rather than sorry later on. My commiserations re the hassle.
uh oh.... I wouldn't touch Hardly Normal with a 10 foot pole ;-) Sorry, I just had to say that given I work with H&S:lol:
Have you tried Glam? He does offer NZ warranty. If you want me to purchase one for you at AC and then courier over let me know... no problems if that saves you some $$$ as opposed to buying from where you are.

The 70-200L IS is a neat little lens.

thanks for the commiserations,,, very stressful at work, but we had to cover our arses.

As for Harvey's only the 5D on special was interesting. but its only $500 off retail and i bet buying a couple of lens and the body i could save more than that else where (if you know what i mean) maybe a trip to AC myself to look .. ;) (thanks for the offer) and it also depends on the insurance co. Sometimes they give vouchers to purchase at certain stores.

[weka2000]

Just the glass thanks...oh yeah, started my collection already.

How do you find the weight if the 1D around your neck when walking around?

[naqs]

I've tried the 1D and I didn't find it much different to the 20D with the grip

[weka2000]

I've tried the 1D and I didn't find it much different to the 20D with the grip

Teh I got a few grips. First let totaly ban fireworks. Second lets shoot all the MPs and get some people with balls....

Oh grips not gripes :lol:

[Nzshrimper]

^^ :rolleyes: :rolleyes: ^^

[tag141]

How do you find the weight if the 1D around your neck when walking around?

Ummmm, I never walk with it round my neck or I'd be rubbing my forehead on the ground. It's either in the bag or I carry it. Don't know why but I have always carried my cameras in my hand with the neck strap wound round my wrist.

I find the balance to be perfect (for me). I just picked up my 10D, couldn't remember how to drive it and found it to be too light. The physical size of the 1D v 10D (with gripe!!) isn't that much different.

[Nzshrimper]

you do the strap wrap aswell.. ;)

[tag141]

you do the strap wrap aswell.. ;)

Must be a British thing.

How long before the English complain about something from the rugby game last night. Last time they got dicked they wanted non-contestable scrums. What will they want now? No tackling while they have the ball?

[Nzshrimper]

Must be a British thing.

How long before the English complain about something from the rugby game last night. Last time they got dicked they wanted non-contestable scrums. What will they want now? No tackling while they have the ball?
LOL .. :D true...

there were some positives they can take .. they scored 3 trys (4 if the first counted) so not all doom and gloom for them - a definite improvement on the last 5 games. But the AB's were class in attack defence a little iffy

[weka2000]

Well I did it signed up to a stock photo crowd. What have I got to loose... what have I to gain $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ and a were happy wife....which means more "L" glass :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[tag141]

Well I did it signed up to a stock photo crowd.

Local? Which one. RM or RF? I was told never to sell RF. I've been with one since it's inception but can't be arsed to submit anything. I get regular requests for images via email.

A story I read somewhere: This chap joined an agency and submitted his best landscapes etc and never made a sale. He took a photo of a hypodermic syringe, submitted it and made loads of money.

[weka2000]

Local? Which one. RM or RF? I was told never to sell RF. I've been with one since it's inception but can't be arsed to submit anything. I get regular requests for images via email.

A story I read somewhere: This chap joined an agency and submitted his best landscapes etc and never made a sale. He took a photo of a hypodermic syringe, submitted it and made loads of money.

I still own the photos and can use them as I wish. Pacific photos. should become live this week.

They dont want you to much to your photos just get white balance ok and upload 4 sizes

[theflyingkiwi]

you will have to let us know how it goes tony. see if you do make any money from it.

Have ya given any more idea to the calander?

I haven't forgotten about the business card, I kinda figured that once you knew where you where going with it you would be able to settle on an idea

[weka2000]

you will have to let us know how it goes tony. see if you do make any money from it.

Have ya given any more idea to the calander?

I haven't forgotten about the business card, I kinda figured that once you knew where you where going with it you would be able to settle on an idea

I have a bunch ideas but allow things just to happen. If things are ment to be they will

[mdm]

Good night all, it's 2:30 am here and the beer effect is wearing off. Sleep time is here. good night!!!!!!

[MattL]

I have a bunch of my images on royalty free and earn a few USD off them too.

[Nzshrimper]

Good night all, it's 2:30 am here and the beer effect is wearing off. Sleep time is here. good night!!!!!!
nothing worse than being lost and drunk at night.. ;) have a good one.. hope the hangover is not to bad..

[theflyingkiwi]

Good night all, it's 2:30 am here and the beer effect is wearing off. Sleep time is here. good night!!!!!!

nothing worse than being lost and drunk at night.. ;) have a good one.. hope the hangover is not to bad..

and posting in the wrong thread?

[Nzshrimper]

and posting in the wrong thread?
thats Moppies trick.. get drunk and post in other threads. :p

[theflyingkiwi]

thats Moppies trick.. get drunk and post in other threads. :p

:lol: :lol:

[tag141]

I have a bunch of my images on royalty free and earn a few USD off them too.

What sort of images are they? It was a tutor that said never sell RF. I personally don't see why not. Which agency?

[MattL]

this is my thread and i'll post in it if I wnat too.

just because im drunk...

oh wait its someone else...

*to self* sssh matt.. they dont know that your drunk yet.. dont give it away!

Carry on folks.... nothing to see here..

[MattL]

What sort of images are they? It was a tutor that said never sell RF. I personally don't see why not. Which agency?

Istockphoto.

If I had my way, royalty free would be illeagal - however its not, so roll with it..

In a perfect world everyone would be on RM, but if half the people are on RF then you have to go with the flow to keep your sales up - face the facts.

Matt

[weka2000]

Good night all, it's 2:30 am here and the beer effect is wearing off. Sleep time is here. good night!!!!!!

What the..........

I guess he stumbled apon us let be gratefull he didn chuck up :lol:

[MattL]

weeeeeeeeeeeeeee
1000 for the almight thread starter!

Go me.

[theflyingkiwi]

go matt. I must say that my post count will still be under 1k if it wasn't for this thread

[joeseph]

weeeeeeeeeeeeeee
1000 for the almight thread starter!

Go me.
Well done Matt, now you've become a senior citizen...

[MattL]

I think most of the kiwi crew's post count would be well under 1000 if it wasnt for this thread and its 10,000+ posts!

Don't think i've met you before Mark.. tho it may be be the beer talking. I've really only met the original bunch of us who've been here from the start.

[MattL]

Well done Matt, now you've become a senior citizen...

Does this mean I can drink beer and enjoy discounted bus fare... at the same time?

[Nzshrimper]

Does this mean I can drink beer and enjoy discounted bus fare... at the same time?
or you could do this..

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=236204

[theflyingkiwi]

I think most of the kiwi crew's post count would be well under 1000 if it wasnt for this thread and its 10,000+ posts!

Don't think i've met you before Mark.. tho it may be be the beer talking. I've really only met the original bunch of us who've been here from the start.

yes it's hard to believe that this thread is over 10k posts.

and you will be right, we haven't meet. I have only been to the last GKPE. I am kinda shy around new people. I will admit that this place has helped some what.

I have been around awhile tho, been here since 03.

[MattL]

or you could do this..

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=236204\

haha how very amusing - but also quite sad on a few levels.

[MattL]

yes it's hard to believe that this thread is over 10k posts.

and you will be right, we haven't meet. I have only been to the last GKPE. I am kinda shy around new people. I will admit that this place has helped some what.

I have been around awhile tho, been here since 03.

Its not so hard to belive when you remeber the days when john got here before multi quote was around. Im sure there are a coule pages of his replys somewher earound the 120page mark lol!

[Nzshrimper]

\

haha how very amusing - but also quite sad on a few levels.
nah its not sad. they had a lovely day out... I hope that my wife and i can enjoy days like that at that age.. they just need a recharge every couple of hours,

[tim]

I think most of the kiwi crew's post count would be well under 1000 if it wasnt for this thread and its 10,000+ posts!

Not me :p

[MattL]

Not me :p

Well, MOST.

I've had the most self control out of everyone here! less posting more taking photos..


You lot should follow suit!

[MattL]

Chris I just myspaced you.

[Nzshrimper]

Chris I just myspaced you.
and I back to you..

[weka2000]

Well, MOST.

I've had the most self control out of everyone here! less posting more taking photos..


You lot should follow suit!
But we never see many :lol:

[Nzshrimper]

*whispers to all* Wazza is online .. i have a feeling of being watched from afar..

[joeseph]

*whispers to all* Wazza is online ..
who? ;)

[MattL]

who's wazza? ;)