Sacramento (northern California) get together

[aRJun]

Hey gang, on the peninsula, but want to get included on the list, on the off chance that my kids' schedule will let me go somewhere. I'ver read pieces and bits of this thread, and would love to get together for a shoot somewhere over the summer.

I'll second that..let's have a shoot together sometime and also lunch/dinner to get to know each other better. I haven't met a single soul from POTN in person! lolz

[aRJun]

Nobody replied about this? Anyone going to be there or will I be better off drinking my beer while posting on the forum instead? :)

Man I really wish I could come on the 18th...that weekend I'm moving apartments so it's going to be hectic..and then there would be guests over...I'm in for anytime after June 15th.

[kster]

I'm in the bay area (Fremont) but I'll also try to attend a get together.

[Maureen Souza]

Correct, The 1D3 party won't be till June now.

So how about drinks somewhere on the 18th. I'll throw out 6.30 at Rascals just off 50 and Bradshaw as that should be fairly easy to get to. That way we at least have a plan. I'll be there, who else wants to show? :)
Can I assume that we will go out the next day and do some shooting? If it's just one evening of drinks, I don't think it's worth the 6 hour round-trip drive. But if we are going to do something for the weekend, I would love to come up.

[Citizensmith]

Can I assume that we will go out the next day and do some shooting? If it's just one evening of drinks, I don't think it's worth the 6 hour round-trip drive. But if we are going to do something for the weekend, I would love to come up.

That's exactly what I'd love to be doing, there are some great places for photography around here. Just seems hard to get anything organized ever. I think I'll look at the calendar with my wife and try and find another weekend to see if we can get something planned.

[Maureen Souza]

That's exactly what I'd love to be doing, there are some great places for photography around here. Just seems hard to get anything organized ever. I think I'll look at the calendar with my wife and try and find another weekend to see if we can get something planned.
We are free most weekends and have talked about going up to Old Town and surrounding areas.

I suggest to just pick a date and a place and stick to it. Not everyone will be able to make it but when there is a date and a place, a lot of folks will clear the time and come.

Sometimes when I plan a POTN meet-up, I get a huge response (28 people) and sometimes a small one (5 people), No matter, we always have a great time.

[ScottieK]

The Jazz Jubilee, which pretty much takes over Old Town and part of Downtown, is May 25 - 28th. It should make for some great shots with all the bands and people walking around.

[joegolf68]

The Jazz Jubilee, which pretty much takes over Old Town and part of Downtown, is May 25 - 28th. It should make for some great shots with all the bands and people walking around.

Yep, lots of opportunities for action shots and party shots during the jubilee for sure. Have a great time, I am envious. Please post some goodies.

Joe

[45R]

There is an air show on the weekend of June 9-10th also :)

[Citizensmith]

There is an air show on the weekend of June 9-10th also :)

I got some great shots at the last year. It's close to my house so I also got some good shots just from standing on my driveway as the Blue Angels did circuits.

[joegolf68]

There is an air show on the weekend of June 9-10th also :)

Where's the airshow?

I recall about a month or so after 9-11 we (fire department) got a call about a plane flying over Folsom and then to Mather Field expelling some kind of fumes or gas. Cops everywhere, fire fighters galore. Turned out to be a woman pilot, very famous, who does air shows all around the USA. She was expelling whatever it is that they do to look like smoke during the air shows. So close after 9-11 it was a big deal and everyone was so on edge. After the incident, a buddy of mine in St. Louis said I was foolish not to get an autograph as she was famous. Anyone know who that might be? For her day job she is a captain with one of the big airlines.

Still waiting for the M3 and get together to meet you fine Sacramento neighbors.

Joe

[Citizensmith]

Where's the airshow?

Mather.

Here's a few from last years show. It was well done, my kids had a great time.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=157074

And here's the official link

http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/

So who else would go to the air show? I'll be there, I'll post when I figure out what day.


Oh, and anyone else interested in aircraft needs to head over to the new California Aerospace Museum.
http://www.aerospacemuseumofcalifornia.org/
I'm friends with the a few of the people involved in getting it off the ground so I have to pimp it at every opportunity. :)

[joegolf68]

Mather.

Here's a few from last years show. It was well done, my kids had a great time.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=157074

And here's the official link

http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/

So who else would go to the air show? I'll be there, I'll post when I figure out what day.


Oh, and anyone else interested in aircraft needs to head over to the new California Aerospace Museum.
http://www.aerospacemuseumofcalifornia.org/
I'm friends with the a few of the people involved in getting it off the ground so I have to pimp it at every opportunity. :)

I'll TRY to go. With my back, it is a day by day issue if I can go out and about. So I'll say I am about 75% sure I will go. As we get closer, I'll watch here to see if we can meet up if you and others wish.

[45R]

I'll TRY to go. With my back, it is a day by day issue if I can go out and about. So I'll say I am about 75% sure I will go. As we get closer, I'll watch here to see if we can meet up if you and others wish.

What if you had a set of wheels........:D I'll be heading out to the airshow on the 9th. For the guys that went last year, any suggestions on parking. I heard it was a nightmare getting in and out.

[Citizensmith]

Traffic was heavy but it wasn't too bad. Getting off the freeway an exit early and taking Folsom may help. Traffic was backed up onto the freeway. It was also the first time last year so hopefully they will be better organized this year.

[45R]

Who is going to the show this weekend?

[Citizensmith]

I'll be there with the wife and kids. We're going on Sunday.

[joegolf68]

I am about 50-50 at best. I want to go, but will have to see.

[Wsman2]

I'll be passing through Sacramento with my wife on Friday, on our way to South Lake Tahoe for Valhalla (http://www.valhallafaire.com/).

[Citizensmith]

I am about 50-50 at best. I want to go, but will have to see.

Getting focus on some of those fly-bys would be a great way to break in the Mk3. :) I hope you have a good day and your back is up to it.

[45R]

Joe-
Bring a lawn chair or some sort of comfortable folding chair. You can just kinda find a place to camp out and shoot photos. You'll have all day to cruise at your own pace to see the static displays! At one of the aviations boards they are considering the roster of demos and planes one of the best in Norcal. Hope your able to make it. I'll be out there Saturday!

45R

[moto]

I'll be going to the Air Show too. Does anyone know if they allow small camera bags in? I have a Lowepro Reporter, little bigger than a soccer ball...

[Citizensmith]

I'll be going to the Air Show too. Does anyone know if they allow small camera bags in? I have a Lowepro Reporter, little bigger than a soccer ball...

Camera bags are fine. At least they were last year. You'll see plenty of L glass down by the fence nearest the flightline. I've got a 70-200 4 and I was left feeling quite inadequate. :)

[45R]

The webpage does not say anything about not being able to bring in camera bags, just that all bags will be searched. I am taking my MiniTrekker 200.

[joegolf68]

I saw the air show on the news this evening. Wow, that new fighter jet is awesome.... F-22?

I couldn't make it. I didn't sleep at all last night. I went to bed this morning and finally went to sleep around noon! I just got up a half hour ago. Crazy way to live due to the pain and drugs. I wish I could go tomorrow, it looked like a lot of fun, but I will probably just be going to bed about that time. Bummer. I look forward to seeing some pics here.

[Emberghost]

The air show was a lot of fun, my shots can be seen here. ---> http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=332713

I wish I would have known about this thread before I went hah. I think it would be fun to meet up if there are events and stuff like this. Maybe Sac Raceway or something?? PM me if something happens.

[45R]

I look forward to seeing some pics here.

http://www.pbase.com/45r/image/80196510.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/45r/image/80323688.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/45r/image/80323732.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/45r/image/80269848.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/45r/image/80269862.jpg

[joegolf68]

Very nice. I liked CitizenSmiths also. As I posed in his thread, anyone still interested in a get together over at my place after I get back from San Diego next week? Just a short visit to say hi, meet each other, play a little with the Mark III and down a few brews and/or sodas?

Joe

[Citizensmith]

I'd love to come say hello. Just let me know when and what I can do to help.

[Phenix]

Please include me in the get together. I live in Folsom and would enjoy meeting others in the area who enjoy photography. Thanks for trying to organize the greet and meet.

[joegolf68]

Please include me in the get together. I live in Folsom and would enjoy meeting others in the area who enjoy photography. Thanks for trying to organize the greet and meet.

Ok, I will post info next week.

Joe

[joegolf68]

I'd love to come say hello. Just let me know when and what I can do to help.

Thanks Bud. Info to come soon.

Roger20D, you still out there guy?

AWEsome shots 45R!

[Matt@EMW]

I'm down...just let me know when/where. :)

[Emberghost]

Yeah I'm still down too, not of age for the beers but hey who's countin haha.

[joegolf68]

Yeah I'm still down too, not of age for the beers but hey who's countin haha.

Lol. If you aren't driving, I'm not sure anyone is guarding the bucket.

[joegolf68]

I'm down...just let me know when/where. :)

Well, San Diego this weekend, so next weekend would probably work for me. I'll have to check with the Warden to make sure she has no plans, but if not, which is preferred, a Saturday or Sunday? I'd also think maybe around 2:00 to 5:00? Let's hear some ideas.

Oh, I live in Fair Oaks near Madison and Hazel. I will post directions before the gathering. As I said, I can't host a lot due to back. I will let folks bring their own CF or SD cards and play with the M3 if they wish. I will limit the number of multiple shots that folks will want to take just to listen to it. We can do a few, but I don't want to put on three thousand shots on one day when I won't do that in one year normally. Sound fair? As I said, once everyone is here, we can do a couple of blasts though. I haven't even done ONE yet!

I figured at first a barbecue, but not sure I am up for that much work. Maybe I will get the makings and let people cook for themselves. I will supply meat, (dogs and burgers) as well as soda and beer, potato salad, chips and a few other minor things so as not to see anyone starve. I don't need anyone to chip in for $$ but it would be helpful maybe for someone or two to bring a couple of bags of ice as our ice maker won't supply that much on a hot June day. I think I have ice chests though.

Folks should bring some of their better glass also. That way people can test different glass out. Heck, if I let people use my nM3, maybe you will feel comfortable to share your stuff with others who want to see stuff too. I will let people sue anything in my arsenel. I am adding a 300mm f4l Is next week.

Feedback on these ideas is welcome and as we get closer, a head count would be helpful Anyone willing to volunteer to get a head count and then let me know the final number so I can plan on the food purchase would be thanked for their effort.

I live at the end of a culdesac on half an acre, so not a lot of room for long shots, but some. I have tons of flowers, and a large garden to shoot and a relatively active hummingbird feeder.

Joe

Edited to add:

Working on finding a good date for all, input needed!

[Citizensmith]

Sounds great, I'll bring my kit along. Nothing to unusual, I think the only lens I have people may not have used is a Lensbaby 2.0. I guess we need a shot of a 1D3 with a lensbaby on it. :) The latest technology meets no technology.

You pick a day and we'll see who can show up. I can make it to either. I can definitely bring some ice too.

And, have fun at the graduation!

[Emberghost]

Sounds like a cool idea to me. We can always split the work and have different people provide food like a potluck if you want. I go by madison/hazel all the time. My vote is for a Sunday but that's me. Take it easy guys.

[joegolf68]

Sunday would work. I just need someone for a head count now and to ramrod getting the word out. I don't mind putting up for the meat, drinks, potato salad, and chips.

One lens that I'd really like to see if anyone has is that Pelneg, Peleng, whatever.... it is the fisheye lens. I think I'd like to try one before buying. I can't recall the name, and am too tired to go look it up, lol.

So Sunday afternoon? Or Sunday morning? I think about four hours would be my max, depending on how I feel. If I feel lousy that day, which is about 50-50 due to pain and drugs, the gathering would still be on, I'd just delegate some host type stuff like monitoring the coals in the barbecue. Oh, I'm lazy too, hehehehe.

I'll PM Roger20D, I think he was really hoping to come. What four hour perid seems good, keeping in mind it might be really hot? We could start earlier, like 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and have some morning cool weather which is nice too. I don't know if this would ruin the church goers, of which I am not.

Edited, new info!!
Working on trying to find a date that works for you all

Joe

[joegolf68]

edited... trying to figure out a date

[Citizensmith]

Bummer, I'll have to give it a miss then. I'm out of town 31st through early July.

Make sure to take lots of photos (like that would be a problem). :)

[joegolf68]

Bummer, I'll have to give it a miss then. I'm out of town 31st through early July.

Make sure to take lots of photos (like that would be a problem). :)

I was afraid that this might be an issue due to the 4th of July being so close. I am not set in cement on this date. We could do it the week after that. We could do it on a Saturday, but Sat the 30th would probably be the same issue, the weekend everyone celebrates the 4th.

Hahahaha, I just noticed that June has only 30 days! There is no June 31st. lol. Shows just how awake I am.

Would July 8th work for everyone? I am just going back and deleting references to the 31st and won't post a date until we have a consensus.

Joe

Sunday July 8th???????

Suggestions requested.

[Citizensmith]

I was afraid that this might be an issue due to the 4th of July being so close. I am not set in cement on this date. We could do it the week after that. We could do it on a Saturday, but Sat the 30th would probably be the same issue, the weekend everyone celebrates the 4th.

Hahahaha, I just noticed that June has only 30 days! There is no June 31st. lol. Shows just how awake I am.

Would July 8th work for everyone? I am just going back and deleting references to the 31st and won't post a date until we have a consensus.

Joe

Sunday July 8th???????

Suggestions requested.

I could do it June 30th. Otherwise I'm not around until July 21st. I'd love to be there but I'd also feel bad if it was held up just for me, Really its whenever work best for you first, and the largest number of other folks second.

[dj_mkc]

Im new to the forums and just wondering if a newbie could come to the Sacramento Get Together and im really new to DSLR so a get together would really help me and would answer all my questions.

[joegolf68]

Im new to the forums and just wondering if a newbie could come to the Sacramento Get Together and im really new to DSLR so a get together would really help me and would answer all my questions.

Welcome to the Forum.

Yes, you are invited to the party! Glad to have you.
Yes, people will help you with your DSLR at the party, or they get no hot dogs. lol

You will be welcome, and we look forward to meeting you. You won't stand out as a stranger because this is the first get together and none of us know each other anyway. Hope this helps.

So June 30th works?

How about the rest of you, would Saturday June 30th work? If so, it works well for me too.

Joe

Not many replies yet, folks must be out for the 100 plus termperature weekend fun.

[joegolf68]

I'll be passing through Sacramento with my wife on Friday, on our way to South Lake Tahoe for Valhalla (http://www.valhallafaire.com/).

I just clicked on your link. So, was it fun?

Joe

[Emberghost]

I'm shooting a friends wedding that day. :cry:

[Phenix]

The 30th work well for me. Thanks!

[ErikT72]

Hi all,
I just found this post. I live in Roseville and would love to meet some fellow POTNers. I am supposed to shoot a martial arts tourney for a friend's son on 6/30, but could make it by depending on what time the event happens. What a great idea. Please include me in PMs on the details if there are any....
thanks,
Erik

[joegolf68]

So June 30th works?

How about the rest of you, would Saturday June 30th work? If so, it works well for me too.

1100 am to 3 pm?
Times are open, if those who had others things to do that day wish to suggest a time that might work better, I'll listen.

Joe


Well, I guess we will never get a date where everyone is available. I am shooting for this date as of now. Greg20D you out there? I'd like to hear from a few others also. Some folks must not be subscribed to this thread who were earlier excited about a meeting. A shame if any locals miss this.

It is really difficult trying to do this when there is so little feedback. Please speak right up, thanks. I can't accept silence as approval.

[Citizensmith]

It is really difficult trying to do this when there is so little feedback. Please speak right up, thanks. I can't accept silence as approval.

Count me in (For the 30th between 11.00 and 3.00 as this just made it on to a new screen for the 50-count folks).

And as Joe said, if you are going to be there please say so, so he can get a decent headcount.

[greg20d]

Hey Joe got your email ...I should be able to make it . looking forward to seeing you all
:) :)

[joegolf68]

Hey Joe got your email ...I should be able to make it . looking forward to seeing you all
:) :)

That's great, I will send a pm also.

Joie

[lance v]

I dont no if im in the rite thread but here goes

Im from NZ and my parents are going to SanFran on friday and iv given them a list of gear to look out for i was just wondering if any1 noes of a good camera shop in San Francisco where they could find a MPE-65, kenko 1.4 teleconverter, and a MT-24EX macro twinlight. iv got prices for all but got them from B&H wich may be cheaper? but only in NY?

Any help would be much appreciated

You can reply on this thread or email me at lancevandevyver@gmail.com (lancevandevyver@gmail.com)

Thanks again

[joegolf68]

I dont no if im in the rite thread but here goes

Im from NZ and my parents are going to SanFran on friday and iv given them a list of gear to look out for i was just wondering if any1 noes of a good camera shop in San Francisco where they could find a MPE-65, kenko 1.4 teleconverter, and a MT-24EX macro twinlight. iv got prices for all but got them from B&H wich may be cheaper? but only in NY?

Any help would be much appreciated

You can reply on this thread or email me at lancevandevyver@gmail.com (lancevandevyver@gmail.com)

Thanks again



You are correct, this is the wrong thread!

If someone here knows, I'm sure they will be glad to give you the info. But I suggest you also post in the marketplace section. You can also use yellowpages.com and also check out the USA Canon site for dealers, which will give you limited info. This is a Sacramento thread and we are 100 miles away from SF and my guess is most folks here buy from BH or other online retailer so as to avoid higher prices and California sales tax. Good luck and enjoy your visit.

My nsuggestion would be to order from BH overnight mail, have your parents pick up the stuff when it arrives and save a ton ofcash, and lots of shopping by your parents.

If you need someone to provide and address, and no one from SF volunteers, you can send it to my house and your parents can stop by here and pick all the stuff out. It will save you lots of cash to do it that way, unfortunately, that is the way the system works!

[Citizensmith]

Joe, Any update on getting together this Saturday? Have you had many replies or would you like to try for something later in the summer when maybe a few more folks can make it?

[PhotoJourno]

I am in, please do let me know !!... Is there a list that can be assembled?...

[joegolf68]

Ok, we are ON!!!

Oops, let me call my wife at work before I even hit the reply button.... heheheh.

Ok, I've got the warden's approval for this, so we are DEFINITELY on for this Saturday, June 30th between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm.

I will have some soft drinks, I will have the barbecue running for hot dogs and burgers and have some chips and maybe potato salad. Not a big deal, but enough to keep people from going hungry.

I suspect we will just relax, play with the different cameras and lenses that people bring. Come on now, bring your stuff with you. How fair is it to use other people's stuff and not want anyone to touch your equipment? Even if you only have a kit lens, I might be interested as I have never even seen one, really!

I will have the Mark III out for play. I don't really want to put thousands of actuation's on it, but I think it is fair for us to take a couple of ten bursts so everyone can see and hear it, as well as allowing you to put in your own CF or SD card in it so you can take some pictures home and see what they look like compared to your own camera. My lenses will all be available if someone wants to test them. If no one brings a 30D I have one for people to test also. I will be selling the 30D very soon, I promised one guy I would hold it for him until the end of the month as he wants to buy it. It has less than 2,000 shots on it and it is pristine, so if he doesn't take it, maybe someone else will want to look at it.

Anyone out there have a fisheye lens, in particular, the Penling (sp?) as I am interested in buying one of those but it would be nice to see and shoot one first. Other than that, and/or a 400mmm and 500mm, I am done with purchases of lenses barring hitting the lotto. I would like to try the new Canon wide lens, what is it, something like the 16-35 2.8 Mark II? If it is better than the IQ on the 17-40, I'd buy one of those I guess. lol

Ok, who volunteers to maintain a guest list right here? I need someone to step up and maintain a list of those coming to the "party" Saturday. I will need to buy goodies by Friday afternoon and it would be a big help for someone to head this part up so I know how much stuff to buy. Also, if you plan to attend, please let us know NOW, the sooner I get the list together, the better. Also, I ask the person who volunteers to also go through this thread and email and/or PM those who have been in this thread showing interest and letting them know the time and date just in case they have not kept up with this thread.

Thanks.

Joe

[joegolf68]

Joe's house

8645 Royal Estates Way
Fair Oaks

From Hwy 50
Exit Hazel Ave. go north towards Roseville, take a left on Madison (about five miles from Hwy 50)
Go two mile or so to Kenneth Ave and take a left on Kenneth
Go to first stop sign, Phoenix Ave and take a left (there is no right turn anyway)
Go about a mile, turn right on Gunner (sign is blocked by tree) if you hit a stop sign, you have gone about 200 feet too far so back up to Gunner.
Go about 300 yards and take your first left which is Royal Estates Way
Go to end of Royal Estates culdesac and the last house is a brick home, wrought iron gate, 8645 Royal Estates Way.
Park on street in front of my house or neighbor's house, keeping all driveways clear.


From Folsom take Madison to Kenneth which is in-between Hazel Ave. and Fair Oaks Blvd. Left on Kenneth and same directions from there as from Hwy 50.

From Carmichael, Citrus Heights, etc.
Go east on Madison past Sunrise and then past Fair Oaks Blvd. Take a right on Kenneth and then same directions as everyone else from Madison and Kenneth.

Phone... don't want to list full phone number due to Internet bots, so you should know the area code..... I will jumble the area backwards to avoid bots 619. 536.0111
cell phone 833.8157

Hope this helps.

Joe

[Citizensmith]

I suspect we will just relax, play with the different cameras and lenses that people bring.

as well as allowing you to put in your own CF or SD card in it so you can take some pictures home and see what they look like compared to your own camera.

My lenses will all be available if someone wants to test them. If no one brings a 30D I have one for people to test also.


I'll have all of my personal stuff in my backpack for anyone who wants to play. I've written a few lens reviews here so I'm also thinking this may be a good opportunity to do some quick comparison test shots to add to the head-to-head section.

I'd love to take a few photos with the Mk3. I think if I compare them too much to shots from my 300D I may end up with a tear in my eye. :)

And, looking forward to seeing a couple more of your lenses. The 300 particularly as its one I've had my eye on.

I'll be heading up from the western tip of Rancho Cordova (Bradshaw and 50 area) if anyone would like to carpool. That way we won't park up the neighbourhood to badly.

[joegolf68]

I'll be heading up from the western tip of Rancho Cordova (Bradshaw and 50 area) if anyone would like to carpool. That way we won't park up the neighbourhood to badly.

I have a large concrete parking pad to the side of the house that can park half a dozen cars or so. Anyone who is POSITIVE their car has no oil leaks or other leaks that would stain the cement is welcome to park there. Just enter the driveway and park on the north side so any car leaving from the garage can come and go.

Joe

[Citizensmith]

I was just checking the head-to-head part of the lens archive. I'd be really interested to see 17-40 vs 17-85 or 17-55. 17-40 vs the 18-55 and 17-70 (Sigma) have already been done. Anyone got a 17-85 or 17-55 to bring? Looks like we'll also have a couple of 85s with us too.

[joegolf68]

So far the list of those attending are:
1. Citizensmith
2. Roger 20D
3. Migravina
4. Arjun
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post.

Joe

[PhotoJourno]

I am attending :)

[ZekaG]

I'll be busy this Sat (the 30th), will hope for the next one.

[greg20d]

Add me to the list Joe ... i will be there

[PhotoJourno]

I don't mind moving it if needed, but I can do both.
Will be doing chilling mostly, or will we be talking some photos about?..
Sounds like a social gathering, which I don't mind at all :).
Though I must say I have never been around an Mk III, so it might be akward at first..

[joegolf68]

I don't mind moving it if needed, but I can do both.
Will be doing chilling mostly, or will we be talking some photos about?..
Sounds like a social gathering, which I don't mind at all :).
Though I must say I have never been around an Mk III, so it might be awkward at first..

Great news that you can make it over!

I suspect we will mostly be "chilling" and taking pictures here at the house. I don't have a huge yard, but it is nice with flowers, a garden, trees and all, but not much of an area to let out a telephoto except in the front yard down the street shots. Some may want to go out and about to see if there are sites to shoot, but I can't think of anything close by and I am not going to let my stuff leave the house as I am too annal about something getting damaged away from my site, sorry.

As for being awkward around the Mark III I might be the only one with hands on and I haven't even had it very long myself, so don't worry about that!

We almost all will be strangers to each other. I will ahve met only one person previously (Roger20D.)

Joe

[Citizensmith]

I agree with Joe, this is more about saying hi to a few other Forum folks than going out and about to take photos. I'm sure we will take plenty, but thats not the primary reason for this.

I've just met a couple of other folks from here, and one of them lives in Italy so probably won't make it. :)

[Citizensmith]

It sounds lame but I may bring some stickers or something so we can do name badges. Otherwise we'll be trying to remember who is who and who is what forum name. Of course if there are only a few of us it won't be too big a deal.

[PhotoJourno]

Great news that you can make it over!

I suspect we will mostly be "chilling" and taking pictures here at the house. I don't have a huge yard, but it is nice with flowers, a garden, trees and all, but not much of an area to let out a telephoto except in the front yard down the street shots. Some may want to go out and about to see if there are sites to shoot, but I can't think of anything close by and I am not going to let my stuff leave the house as I am too annal about something getting damaged away from my site, sorry.

As for being awkward around the Mark III I might be the only one with hands on and I haven't even had it very long myself, so don't worry about that!

We almost all will be strangers to each other. I will ahve met only one person previously (Roger20D.)

Joe

Chilling is good. Photos as well. About Teles, all we have to do is find a good looking neighbor in the window :lol:

I am even surprised you brought the MkIII up. Keep it in a glass dome, don't let anyone breath on that thing. They do look spectacular, the only thing I may have to ask you to do, is to demonstrate the Live mode of shooting, I am very intrigued by that. And frankly, I would not dare grab someone elses new camera. Specially when it's more than I currently have on my savings account. Hence my comment ;).

As for my gear contribution, yall check out my gear, but I am afraid I am pretty much standard.

Dang, I was in Sacto this morning, at the Intl Airport. (Bringing a friend, at 0500 Hs). I willl have to google map your address.

Cheers,

[joegolf68]

It sounds lame but I may bring some stickers or something so we can do name badges. Otherwise we'll be trying to remember who is who and who is what forum name. Of course if there are only a few of us it won't be too big a deal.

Not lame at all. I am Joe, what is your name? I just sent you a PM.

[PhotoJourno]

I am Mario, but now that I have revealed my secret Identity, I may have to kill you ;)...

[aRJun]

I'll be there Joe. Sent you email. Thanks for the invite.

[Citizensmith]

Citizensmith = Marcus.
Originally from the UK, moved over here about 9 years ago.

[Maureen Souza]

I have been mentally planning on making this trip but I signed up to work an extra shift (the 30th) about a month ago. I am so sad I can't make it but I am trying to talk Skip into taking his motorcycle for a drive. He keeps lamenting that he hasn't ridden the darn thing..............

[PhotoJourno]

Oh No!!.. I really wanted to get to know the Souzas !!... At least send Skip on a bike ride. Heck, if he makes it up to Manteca, I can give him a ride up north from there !!..

[Billbo911]

I am bummed I won't be there. I had to choose between two different events. Sorry, but backpacking in Yosemite won.
Enjoy and let us know how it went.

[Citizensmith]

I have been mentally planning on making this trip but I signed up to work an extra shift (the 30th) about a month ago. I am so sad I can't make it but I am trying to talk Skip into taking his motorcycle for a drive. He keeps lamenting that he hasn't ridden the darn thing..............

We promised you guys we'd actually do an event involving taking photos to make it more worth the considerable drive up. We'll probably do something later in the summer. Maybe go urban and float around Old Sac and up to the capitol and stuff.

Owning a motorcycle and riding one seem to be very different things. I've got a lot of friends with bikes. One spent more on a new Harley than I spent on a new, every damn option they had, Corolla. He was boastfully pointing out how big the tires were on it. I pointed out mine were actually larger and I had four of them. :) Only seen him ride it twice. Of all my biking friends only two ever ride consistantly.

[Citizensmith]

So far the list of those attending are:
1. Citizensmith
2. Roger 20D
3. Migravina
4. Arjun
5. aRJun
6. ErikT72 ?? Not yet confirmed with date and time.
7. dj_mkc Had shown interest.
8. Emberghost ??
9. Matt@EMW ??

If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post. Those with question marks have shown interest but are not confirmed and I need them to post or pm me with their intent.

Joe

Greg20D said he'll be there a few posts up.

Are 4 and 5 the same person?

[NitroTang]

hey! if it's this saturday from 11am to 3pm then count me in!

[PhotoJourno]

Hey, put me on the 50-50 list, I just got a call and I may have to shoot some video this weekend. I should know for sure tomorrow morning, so I can post again and PM to confirm.

[joegolf68]

So far the list of those attending are:
1. Citizensmith
2. Roger 20D
3. Migravina
4. Arjun
5. NitroTang
6. ErikT72 ?? Not yet confirmed with date and time.
7. dj_mkc Had shown interest.
8. Emberghost ??
9. Matt@EMW ??

If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post. Those with question marks have shown interest but are not confirmed and I need them to post or pm me with their intent.

Joe

Updated, yes, there was a duplication.

With this small of a group, I may just order pizza instead of doing burgers. I'll pick up the tab so don't worry. It would just be easier and more convenient to have pizza, beer, and soft drinks.

[joegolf68]

Hey, put me on the 50-50 list, I just got a call and I may have to shoot some video this weekend. I should know for sure tomorrow morning, so I can post again and PM to confirm.

Bummer. I hope you can work us in even if it was for a short time so you can meet some of the locals.

[joegolf68]

hey! if it's this saturday from 11am to 3pm then count me in!

Added to the list list, great!

[PhotoJourno]

Bummer. I hope you can work us in even if it was for a short time so you can meet some of the locals.

Not all is lost Joe, I need to pick someone up in the evening at the Sacto Airport, so I may be able to work out some excuse to make the drive up. I just want to make sure I keep you up to date, I do not like flaking out.
It will be awesome meeting fellow POTNers in the area.

Cheers,

[joegolf68]

So far the list of those attending are:

1. Citizensmith
2. Greg20D (sorry about that Greg!)
3. Migravina (50/50 but trying hard!)
4. Arjun
5. NitroTang
6. ErikT72 ?? Not yet confirmed with date and time.
7. dj_mkc Had shown interest.
8. xxxxxxxxx eg cancelled.
9. Matt@EMW ??

If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post. Those with question marks have shown interest but are not confirmed and I need them to post or pm me with their intent.

Joe

[greg20d]

I will be there


:)

[joegolf68]

I will be there


:)

Super!

Looks like I will buy pizza instead of barbecue, but wife may have a say in it. lol Looking forward to seeing you again Greg.

[Emberghost]

I'm shooting a wedding and will be unable to go unfortantly. Have fun guys, hope to see ya'll at the nexy shin dig.

[joegolf68]

Saturday 11:00 to 3:00
Meet fellow POTN members and test out the Mark III and other equipment!

1. Citizensmith
2. Greg20D (sorry about that Greg!)
3. Migravina (50/50 but trying hard!)
4. Arjun
5. NitroTang
6. ErikT72 ?? Not yet confirmed with date and time.
7. dj_mkc Had shown interest.
8. xxxxxxxxx eg cancelled.
9. Matt@EMW ??

If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post. Those with question marks have shown interest but are not confirmed and I need them to post or pm me with their intent.

Joe

[Citizensmith]

Sounds like 5 or 6 of us at least. It'll be fun.

[joegolf68]

Six or sixty, works for me. I think my wife is still itching to barbecue. She likes playing hostess and making everyone feel comfortable at our home (everyone but be, lol) She is a dear. I gave her my old Pro1 and she loves it and does pretty damn good with her P&S. The Pro1 is a damn fine camera. It had its own website for quite a while, still there but inactive. They were all hoping there would be a Pro2 coming out last year. All disappointed when one didn't come out so the Pro1 fanatics drifted away. I think it will be a collectors camera somewhere down the line, it is that good.


Saturday 11:00 to 3:00
Meet fellow POTN members and test out the Mark III and other equipment!

1. Citizensmith
2. Greg20D (sorry about that Greg!)
3. Migravina (50/50 but trying hard!)
4. Arjun
5. Cancelled Friday, "have somethign to do." :(
6. ErikT72 ?? Not yet confirmed with date and time.
7. dj_mkc Had shown interest.
8. xxxxxxxxx eg cancelled.
9. Matt@EMW ??

If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post. Those with question marks have shown interest but are not confirmed and I need them to post or pm me with their intent.


Joe's house
8645 Royal Estates Way
Fair Oaks

From Hwy 50
Exit Hazel Ave. go north towards Roseville, take a left on Madison (about five miles from Hwy 50)
Go two mile or so to Kenneth Ave and take a left on Kenneth
Go to first stop sign, Phoenix Ave and take a left (there is no right turn anyway)
Go about a mile, turn right on Gunner (sign is blocked by tree) if you hit a stop sign, you have gone about 200 feet too far so back up to Gunner.
Go about 300 yards and take your first left which is Royal Estates Way
Go to end of Royal Estates culdesac and the last house is a brick home, wrought iron gate, 8645 Royal Estates Way.
Park on street in front of my house or neighbor's house, keeping all driveways clear.


From Folsom take Madison to Kenneth which is in-between Hazel Ave. and Fair Oaks Blvd. Left on Kenneth and same directions from there as from Hwy 50.

From Carmichael, Citrus Heights, etc.
Go east on Madison past Sunrise and then past Fair Oaks Blvd. Take a right on Kenneth and then same directions as everyone else from Madison and Kenneth.

Phone... don't want to list full phone number due to Internet bots, so you should know the area code..... I will jumble the area backwards to avoid bots 619. 536.0111
cell phone 833.8157

Equipment you can try, or at least look at, and more! Many of the books and DVD's are for sale, make offer. Well, everything on this list can be bought, lol, honestly, but you wouldn't like the prices of most!;)

Prime Lenses:
50MM f1.4............. would sale for reasonable offer.
85MM f1.2L Mark II
100MM f2.8 Macro
300mm f4.0L IS

Zoom Lenses:
Canon 17-40 f4L
Canon 70-200 f2.8L IS

Camera Bags:
Crumpler 7 Million Dollar Home
Storm (Hard case with wheels)..... would sell, make offer.
Crumpler 6 Million Dollar Home

TC's:
Canon 1.4x
Canon 2x

Filters:
Hoya 77mm Pro1 HMC circular polarizer
Hoya 77mm ND-8
B+W 77mm Graduated .06
B+W 72mm GND
B+W 72mm CP
B+W 72mm ND -3

Everything below is for sale cheap, except Peterson's book.
Books/DVDs:
Blue Crane 30D training DVD
Blue Crane 430/580ex training DVD
Peterson's Understanding Exposure
Kelby's Digital Photo book
Total Training Photoshop CS2 DVD 31 hours
Photoshop for Dummies
Photoshop Pro Training

All the Sandisk cards are for sale, I want minimum of 4gb from now on.
Flash memory:
(2) Sandisk Extreme IV 2GB CF Cards
Kensington 4GB SDHC
Sandisk 8GB Extreme IV CF Card
1 gb Sandisk SD
2 gb Sandisk SD

Software:Photoshop CS3
Photoshop CS2 10.0
MS Digital Suite 2006
Canon DPP 3.01
Photomatix Pro + plug-ins
Noiseware Pro Standalone

MISC :

CANON Wired Remote, KENKO TUBES, Bogen 694 Monopod/minball head for sale and 486RC2, SLIK Pro Tripod with panhead, Canon 580EX, POTN strap, Spyder2 Express, Sterlingtek eight unit AA battery charger and eight NIMH batteries for the 580EX, Tiffen TIFP4 4 Filter Pouch, and a few more odds and ends for the toy collection.

Would like to buy a super duper tripod. Would like to buy xtra large camera case, top of the line only and pristine.

I didn't intend to try to sale any of this stuff, but figured who not, for sale or trade, bring your stuff and I might buy!






Call if you need any additional assistance.

Cancellations coming now that we are at crunch time. lol Heck, if it is only three of us, more time to play with the equipment. This is always the prblem when putting something like this together, very frustrating.

[Citizensmith]

Just a reminder, you'd asked for someone to bring ice. Anything else?

[joegolf68]

Just a reminder, you'd asked for someone to bring ice. Anything else?

Thanks Marcus. Yeah, I think one or maybe two small bags of ice will do it just fine. Yeah, one bag will do it. We can use it to store some beer and soda in a cooler outside. The wife isn't home from work yet. She is shipping this evening and I think she will decide if we BBQ or do pizza. Don't worry about bringing anything else. If there are only six of us, we can sit on the back porch, enjoy a brew or cola and play with cameras and lenses. I just bought a couple of more filters too, so we can even test them out if someone wants to.

A darn shame that so many folks backed out at the last second. This was also designed to network so we could meet others and make friends to go out on shoots locally. I was doing that with greg20D a few months back and it was fun to go out once every week or so just to take pictures and shoot the bull. Of course Greg used my 100mm one time and was hooked and went out and bought one himself, so this show and tell stuff can be expensive.

See ya all tomorrow.

Joe

[Matt@EMW]

I don't know what the heck I was thinking...I sent over an email to you today saying that I wasn't going to be able to make it because we had a doctor's appointment for my little girl get re-scheduled. I thought that the GTG was today...not tomorrow (Saturday). It must be the lack of sleep messing with my mind...

Anyways, I will be there tomorrow for sure. I will bring all the camera/lens gear listed in my sig. If you want I could also bring some of the studio gear if anyone would like to play around with any of it. The Alienbee ringflash is pretty cool...

PS: You need me to bring anything?

[PhotoJourno]

Sorry folks, I shall be counted out for this one. I have tried as hard as possible, but even if I got all my stuff done in time, the old ball and chains will keep me at home, installing screen doors and such.

Please keep me in mind for next meet up, I would really like to participate.

Have fun, and someone post later tomorrow how things went. Take some Pics !!..

[Skip Souza]

You guys got room for one more? I have had a project hanging fire here that just (one hour ago) got resolved.
I'll have my 70-300 DO IS, 17-85 IS, and Kenko 1.4X TC plus anything else in my small bag to share.

[Citizensmith]

If you don't mind the drive I think it'd be great to meet you. I'm sure Joe wouldn't mind as we had a few people drop out.

[greg20d]

hell ya skip come on up Its been a year since Yosemite
too bad Mo cant come

[Skip Souza]

I figure about 4 hours up, four hours there, and four hours back. Should be fun. I'm looking forward to meeting you all and seeing Greg again.
Yeah, she never works on Saturday except just this once. :-(

[joegolf68]

You guys got room for one more? I have had a project hanging fire here that just (one hour ago) got resolved.
I'll have my 70-300 DO IS, 17-85 IS, and Kenko 1.4X TC plus anything else in my small bag to share.

That's great, glad to hear it. Also good news that Mat will be here too. Sorry that migravina cancelled. We should have a good time and for those who have been anxious to see and play with the M3, you won't be disappointed.

Joe

[joegolf68]

Saturday 11:00 to 3:00

Meet fellow POTN members and test out the Mark III and other equipment!

1. Citizensmith
2. Greg20D
3. Skip Souza
4. Arjun
5. Matt@EMW



If you are attending and not on this list, please speak up with a post. Those with question marks have shown interest but are not confirmed and I need them to post or pm me with their intent.



Joe's house
8645 Royal Estates Way
Fair Oaks

From Hwy 50
Exit Hazel Ave. go north towards Roseville, take a left on Madison (about five miles from Hwy 50)
Go two mile or so to Kenneth Ave and take a left on Kenneth
Go to first stop sign, Phoenix Ave and take a left (there is no right turn anyway)
Go about a mile, turn right on Gunner (sign is blocked by tree) if you hit a stop sign, you have gone about 200 feet too far so back up to Gunner.
Go about 300 yards and take your first left which is Royal Estates Way
Go to end of Royal Estates culdesac and the last house is a brick home, wrought iron gate, 8645 Royal Estates Way.
Park on street in front of my house or neighbor's house, keeping all driveways clear.


From Folsom take Madison to Kenneth which is in-between Hazel Ave. and Fair Oaks Blvd. Left on Kenneth and same directions from there as from Hwy 50.

From Carmichael, Citrus Heights, etc.
Go east on Madison past Sunrise and then past Fair Oaks Blvd. Take a right on Kenneth and then same directions as everyone else from Madison and Kenneth.

Phone... don't want to list full phone number due to Internet bots, so you should know the area code..... I will jumble the area backwards to avoid bots 619. 536.0111
cell phone 833.8157

[dziuggy]

well i cant do it saturdays :(

anyways for those of us that could not make this one there is DPC gtg at point reyes jully 15th sunday

http://www.dpchallenge.com/forum.php?action=read&FORUM_THREAD_ID=622549

[Citizensmith]

Now that's a ring flash.

It was great to say hello to everyone, and thanks to Joe and Kathy for the food and drink.

Looking forward to the next one.

[greg20d]

fun time by all it seemed

thanks Joe & Kathy

[Maureen Souza]

I am waiting for photos.........;)

[Citizensmith]

I am waiting for photos.........;)

I only took 3 on my camera so you've seen 33% of my output. I think most were taken on the 1D3. Live view = cool. :)

[Matt@EMW]

Yeah, I think we were more interested in "shooting the @hit" than shooting with our cameras. It was cool to play around with the MKIII, that is a beast of a camera. I took like 5-6 pictures myself and several of them were while the BBQ was going so a lot of smoke in the air.

Here is one of Marcus that I took with the ringflash...can you see that "glowing shadow halo" around him like I was talking about? :cool:

http://www.mpgphoto.com/photos/marcus.jpg

Thanks again Joe for having us over and for the great grub! It was fantastic getting a chance to meet all of you.

[Maureen Souza]

Skip was crowing about that ring flash. Looks cool.

[Matt@EMW]

Skip was crowing about that ring flash. Looks cool.

Thanks...it was cool meeting you (well kinda over the phone). LOL

[joegolf68]

Hi Skip, great meeting you, Matt, Marcus and seeing Greg again. I enjoyed the day. Glad to see you made it back on the rocket all in one piece! Thanks for coming up. You guys are a really great group and I'm glad to have all of you over for the afternoon.

Joe

[aRJun]

Sounds like a lot of fun I missed. Being in IT, software just keeps crashing at its own will and ppl like me have to attend to log files to troubleshoot on weekends. Wish I was a fulltime photographer. Sorry for not making it guys. I really really wanted to.

Hopefully there would be a next time soon?

Btw, why don't we get together to shoot some events in the Bay Area? Like the Gay Pride Parade that just happened? I love shooting events as there's no dearth of action to be shot :)

The next photo opp in my calender is Sep 29th - Love fest @ SF. What do you guys say? It should be fun shooting together.

[Matt@EMW]

I would be interested in shooting some event stuff in the city. I was actually passing through SF last weekend to pick up my 24-70mm lens while the pride activities were going on. I really wish I would have had more time to stick around...

What is "love fest"?

[aRJun]

I would be interested in shooting some event stuff in the city. I was actually passing through SF last weekend to pick up my 24-70mm lens while the pride activities were going on. I really wish I would have had more time to stick around...

What is "love fest"?

No idea what it is....you can check out some photos @ http://www2.sflovefest.org/

I've never been to this but photos could be quite colorful :)

Went to Pride Parade last year so skipped it this yr! Still haven't post processed those 450+ photos I took :)

[Emberghost]

Sounds like ya'll had fun. Hopefully I have no weddings planned for the next one.

[Skip Souza]

Had a great time meeting Matt, and Marcus. Glad to see Greg again. Joe was a terrific host (although Kathy (sp?) did all the work. :-)
Joe showed us all just how much $300 could buy. His Mark III was quite interesting. Firing on "full auto" sounds like a silenced chain gun in action. It does so much so differently it has a steep learning curve but, oh wow!
Matt's new ring flash is quite interesting also. Talk about even lighting, hooo boy.
All in all it was a great time.
Thanks Joe.

[deletedpenguin]

Sorry I couldn't make it out, I've been pressed for time, seeing I'm moving to Australia. :p

[Citizensmith]

Figured it was time to bump this thread back and see what else we can come up with.

Anyone fancy a meet in Old Sac for a bit of food and beer and then walking around scaring the tourists?

[Emberghost]

Nothing like a bunch of guys with big white lenses woop woop. I'd like to come out for such an event since I missed the last. =[

[greg20d]

Figured it was time to bump this thread back and see what else we can come up with.

Anyone fancy a meet in Old Sac for a bit of food and beer and then walking around scaring the tourists?
canon gang members.....lol

[Matt@EMW]

I'm down for whatever...just let me know when/where. :)

[Citizensmith]

If anyone is interested, Pardees has the 40D in stock. As of 10.15 this morning (9/5) they had 6 more body only boxes as well as some kits with the 18-55. Body only is $1299 same as everywhere else although you would of course pay tax.

They were their normal courteous selves. I love the shop, I just wish they weren't so expensive for most other stuff.

[Killjoy]

Well Folks, I just found this thread. I live in the East of San Francisco, in Contra Costa County and would love to drive up for the day and go shooting.
I didn't surf through the whole thread page by page, but if it hasn't happened yet, or if there is another get together happening please let me know.
And I'll subscribe to the thread to get any updates.

Thanks,
Alan

[Matt@EMW]

Let's bump this thread up...anything going on?

[greg20d]

Im game for another get together

[Citizensmith]

Thanks for bumping it.

I'm up for something too. Anyone got any suggestions?

[greg20d]

Fall colors in the hills
capitol building at night ..And a few beers at a local club
or ?????

[eqAL1zer]

Hello I'm currently living in Elk Grove and would like to meet other folks in the area for any type of get together. Please send any additional information.

Thanks,
Al

[Citizensmith]

So what about a meet in Old Sac either one evening or on the weekend sometime soon? Old Sac work as a good place to meet?

[shannyD]

i think it would be a great place to meet up.. ive been itching to get back to shoot the bridge yet again.. lol ( i keep thinking i can do better)

[Citizensmith]

The bridge seems to be up most of the time right now because of the widening going on.

[greg20d]

works for me

[Killjoy]

Is there a specific date and time people are thinking about?

[Citizensmith]

Nope, thats what we need to do next. :)

So, Old Sac, would people prefer a weekday evening or a weekend thing?

[shannyD]

weekend thing would work better for me personally because the hubby works during the week, and sleeps when he comes home.. the kids are still awake. but if most people need to do it on the week then im sure i could swing it.

[Killjoy]

I for one have a strange schedule. I could make it on a Thursday, Friday or a Saturday as I work Sun-Tues and every other Wed.
But don't set this up based around me. What ever works for the masses is great, and I'll try to make my schedule work around it.

[Matt@EMW]

I'm down for when-ever/where-ever you all want...

We probably should just do what we did last time and set a date/time and the people who can make it will. :) You're never going to be able to accommodate everyone and half the people flake anyways...you know who you are! LOL

[Skip Souza]

I'v got my eye on this. When you set a time Maureen and I will let you know if we can make it. There is always hope.

[greg20d]

skip you better bring her this time ...lol

[tasha13662]

I am pretty new to the board. I love the idea of a meet-up - my poor camera has been neglected lately.

[Maureen Souza]

skip you better bring her this time ...lol

I plan on coming this time, too. Set a date...nothing will be the perfect date but pick one and we'll make it happen.

[dasdman]

Bumping this thread back up. I am new to this board and new to a Canon 40D. I would look forward to a get together sometime. Is there any gathering planned in the near future?

Eric

[Joetaco]

here's my potential meet-up in SF area.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=454410

[Citizensmith]

Thanks for the link, it's my kids birthday this weekend so I couldn't make it, but I'll look forward to photos.

If anyone is interested in a Sacramento thing, I'm going to the Sac Audobon gathering at Bushey Lake, near Cal Expo, on March 1st. It's by water so if anyone has a new lens there should be ducks. :)

[alexchern75]

I'm in for a Sacramento meet. If anyone has time to organize it :)

[Killjoy]

Alex, it looks like the ball has been not neccesarily dropped, but maybe put down on this one for now?

If you check this thread, http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=459548 with any luck we will be meeting in Monterey in a couple of weeks.
Saturday the 17th of May is the projected date, and the time is 10am in front of the Aquarium.

Would you be able to make that?

Alan

[hotshot1]

I am in Modesto, Ca. I am also new to this site and would like to get the opportunity to watch, talk and learn from others. Lets come up with a date and location to meet

[ezank]

I am in the Sacramento area. Where are good spots to shoot in Sacramento/Auburn?

I was thinking we could get together in Folsom near Negro Bar on the American River. After the shoot, there is a place nearby that has Newcastle on tap and great wings.

[Killjoy]

You folks looking for a Sacramento get together, there are a few people from another board that are going to have a shoot on next Saturday the 12th.
Here (http://www.californiaphotoforum.com/forum/t1012-saturday-july-12th-in-old-sacramento.html) is the link to it.

I hope it's not too late, that you may already have other plans for next weekend.
If you have to sign up to read that thread, tell them Killjoy sent you.

I will be there as well. :D