The 2nd official Random Discussion For TPBM Photo's and Photographers Thread (2)

[theague]

Must be. She stopped me for a few seconds in the kitchen this morning to give me the rundown. :)

[theague]

And Page 19 is mine!

[jothefish]

Hi Jo, you home or still traveling?





Still travelling. Still in Austria, Kenya in August, back home for school beginging of September

Hello everyone. I’m Stefan (aka Fi20100) and I’m a POTNholic. I’ve never posted in this thread before, but I’ve heard you’re all a bunch of nice and friendly people. I will not be able to read through your humble thread from the start, so I’ll try to start from here

Hello Finland...

Check list


24 70 ~ attached
POTN neck strap ~ attached
CF card inserted ~ check
Battery grip ~ still needs to be attached
Photo suprise made ~ not yet


IT'S HERE

And I'm stuck at work

You have to work? ;)

I explained it here (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=3575361&postcount=431). Sorry to hear about your hamster.



Yes, Mammoths demise was taken hard - but he is in hamster heaven :)

*sigh* time to get back to work *sigh*

You work too??? :confused: What is this? a trend? - a disease? :lol: :lol:

[Athena]

This is probably a stupid question, but wouldn't a $30 tripod from Wal-Mart work in a pinch? So long as it safely holds the camera steady, what more do you need in the short-term?

Here is one for $18.88. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5030909 :lol:


I am not sure I'd trust that to not fall over and destroy my camera... :confused: I read through it, but don't see where it says it's weight limit.

[puddlepirate44]

TPBMers, I'm very pleased to report that there is justice in this world. Please see here (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=3579523&postcount=778)for visual evidence!

;)

ROFL! Thanks for sharing. :D

:D haha...

:D Lisa called me at work to give me the news....

ROFL!! I will miss Sugar Daddy.

Aww, he's still there, just under the veneer of the PBMH.

Gmae everyone
Todays the day I"m off to Vermont ..So you won't see me round not even lurking for at least 2 days .haha ..
Wish me luck ..this morning I woke up feeling all Vertigo like the floor was spinning .
I'm feeling yuky bur still going , dunno what the heck is the matter tho ~If I don't return ..you'll know why jk ..of course Im returning I don't wanta miss knowing you all .
Not to mention I'm a photo junkie and need my fix ..
Miss Mini has nothing to report thus far today shes been peaceful and calm
This is a shot of the Tappen Zee from yesterday morning .:cool:

Have a good trip, Deb! Love the shot of the TZ.

That's interesting. I can't get the hang of using a tripod or a monopod. Sorry you miss your stuff. Maybe you can make beanbags work for ya?

I'm addicted to tripods nowadays. The shots I get from using them are so much better than the handheld ones, and I don't shake that much. Not only that, but there's so much more you can while using a 'pod.

This is probably a stupid question, but wouldn't a $30 tripod from Wal-Mart work in a pinch? So long as it safely holds the camera steady, what more do you need in the short-term?

Um.... wouldn't that require a trip to Sprawl-Mart? That's not going to happen any time soon....

I've got a question I'm not sure that there's an answer to...but if there IS an answer, some one in here will know it.

I have family portraits to shoot this evening. Outdoors.
We've got a massive fire broiling on one of our mountains here that has filled our entire city with thick icky smoke.
Everything is brown and hazy.

Is there ANYTHING I can do when taking these photos tonight to help with that haziness? We can't reschedule the shoot.

Go Sepia. Or rent huge fans to blow away the smoke. Or, .... well, that's where my brain gets a little funky, so I'll spare you that.

I should have mentioned before, I already considered this possibility. I've always kept a pretty close eye on the male cats I've had for the past two or three decades because of this potential problem.

Once a male cat "hits" an area, the scent of that will draw him indefinitely. The object is to alter, or destroy that smell. Someone on here suggested vinegar (go with the "white" or clear), and that's probably the best way to do it. Vinegar will break down the stubborn scent and will keep from drawing Tupper back.

Methinks you're liking that one, eh? :lol:

Yeah, kinda. :)

How'd you get that? lol

Apparently, the Title Faerie thought I was being a bit mean to poor little TD. Yeah, whatever. :rolleyes:

[timbernet]

Apparently, the Title Faerie thought I was being a bit mean to poor little TD. Yeah, whatever. :rolleyes:

So TD sleeps with the TF, not Kody.... or maybe all three of them.... nah, nevermind :-D

[Permagrin]

:Bwahahahahaha!!


WAIT! When I said I'd miss Sugar Daddy, you said this ^^^


Aww, he's still there, just under the veneer of the PBMH.


but when Cat says it you said this ^^^^


somehow, there's some serious inequity going on here :confused: :lol:

[Maxed Out]

GMAE everyone!

I'm about to get started figuring out how to get my camera fixed under warranty.......can anyone give me a quick lowdown?:)

[thomascanty]

You work too??? :confused: What is this? a trend? - a disease? :lol: :lol:

I too have been inflicted with this disease. If anyone comes up with a cure, please let me know!

[Permagrin]

GMAE everyone!

I'm about to get started figuring out how to get my camera fixed under warranty.......can anyone give me a quick lowdown?:)

first call canon, talk to customer service...they'll assign you a case number (which is nice to have that taken care of) and tell you where to send it.

[puddlepirate44]

WAIT! When I said I'd miss Sugar Daddy, you said this ^^^

Awww, you know I'm always your Sugar Daddy! No title's gonna change that! I was just being reassuring to our friend Cat!

[jothefish]

I too have been inflicted with this disease. If anyone comes up with a cure, please let me know!

YOu could make millions and retire if you find a cure :).

I hope you manage to solve your kitty problem... thats a bit rough

[thomascanty]

YOu could make millions and retire if you find a cure :).

I'll keep looking... But, I thought you already found the cure. :confused:

[jothefish]

I'll keep looking... But, I thought you already found the cure. :confused:

Yeah - and I married him :):)

[BearLeeAlive]

TPBMers, I'm very pleased to report that there is justice in this world. Please see here (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=3579523&postcount=778)for visual evidence!

;)
Too kewl, much better title for you TD. :)
I think that was me, when I was trying to make a newt out of a lizard to have an N photo. :rolleyes:
Methinks you are right, I do remember that.
Gmae everyone
Todays the day I"m off to Vermont ..So you won't see me round not even lurking for at least 2 days .haha ..
Wish me luck ..this morning I woke up feeling all Vertigo like the floor was spinning .

This is a shot of the Tappen Zee from yesterday morning .:cool:
Have fun Deb, I won't be typing at you until Sunday next. :)
Vicious circle, work makes the money to pay for the toys, can't use the toys cos you are stuck in work.

Who said that life would be fair :-(
That is like giving senior discounts. The majority of the seniors I know coulda used them when they were younger, not once they get older and are much more financially stable.
Things have much improved since the time of the Excell Lonnie.
I have been reading much better reviews on Hyundai's these days, that's for sure.
IT'S HERE
Right on, have fun with it after work
<---- check out the new title! :twisted: Bwahahahaha!

Off to catch up.
LOL, I like that one. :)

[Permagrin]

Yeah - and I married him :):)

that might not be an option for Lonnie, since they've never met

[theague]

that might not be an option for Lonnie, since they've never met

HAHA!! :lol:

[jothefish]

that might not be an option for Lonnie, since they've never met

true... and my husband isn't into that... now me on the other hand.... s
"slap on the hand" :evil:

[thomascanty]

Yeah - and I married him :):)

So, THAT'S where I went wrong... :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[misspix]

that might not be an option for Lonnie, since they've never met
*snickering quietly so as not to alert my team that I am slightly distracted*

[Jamie Holladay]

just a quick shot. The shelf above my desk in my office

[Maxed Out]

Just finished filing my claim......that was alot easier than I expected, yay

[puddlepirate44]

just a quick shot. The shelf above my desk in my office

Is that with the 30D?

In the center, you have the pic that you apparently cropped to use as your avatar. Is there any way I could see the full, uncropped version on that shot? I think it's a great shot of you and the kids.

[Permagrin]

just a quick shot. The shelf above my desk in my office

is this the special shot? I like the b&w...nice touch :)

[theague]

You've got an odd white dot above the left most photo. The left most photo is blown out on part of it and the shelf is lower on the left than the right.

Other than that... :rolleyes: :lol:

[Jamie Holladay]

Is that with the 30D?

In the center, you have the pic that you apparently cropped to use as your avatar. Is there any way I could see the full, uncropped version on that shot? I think it's a great shot of you and the kids.
Yes that is where my avatar came from let me see if I have it here.
is this the special shot? I like the b&w...nice touch :)
No not the special shot. It is raining I will have to wait on the special shot. I was just getting itchie. I did mount the grip though. It sounds so much different than the XT. Feels so much different. I cant find the controls I am soooooo lost.

[BearLeeAlive]

In the center, you have the pic that you apparently cropped to use as your avatar. Is there any way I could see the full, uncropped version on that shot? I think it's a great shot of you and the kids.
Ya, what he said. :)

[BearLeeAlive]

I cant find the controls I am soooooo lost.
Welcome to my world, that is how I feel most of the time. :p

[Permagrin]

btw Jamie, if you shoot in jpeg, I think I downloaded some picture styles from canon. (they would be in the user defined section where the neutral, standard, faithful & etc and under the user defined 1-3 ones...I'm pretty sure I did but) if I didn't, sometimes they can be really fun effects and you can download them here: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/picturestyle/shooting/file/index.html

if I did put some on there, it would be the clear, the twighlight and the emerald.

[Permagrin]

Yes that is where my avatar came from let me see if I have it here.

No not the special shot. It is raining I will have to wait on the special shot. I was just getting itchie. I did mount the grip though. It sounds so much different than the XT. Feels so much different. I cant find the controls I am soooooo lost.

I used to think the 30D's shutter sound was obscenely noisy...until I got the MKIII, it's really the noisiest camera ever "clack clack clack" terrible (thankfully there's a silent mode).

Sorry about the rain...it's raining here too.

[Jamie Holladay]

Here is a like shot. I do not have that particular shot scanned. Sorry. I do have it as a 5x7 at home it is GREAT. MerriAnn did a fabilous job even though she shoots with N!k*n.

[puddlepirate44]

Yes that is where my avatar came from let me see if I have it here.

Cool.

I cant find the controls I am soooooo lost.

We can help, if you want. There's plenty of us 30D folks on this thread....

[Jamie Holladay]

btw Jamie, if you shoot in jpeg, I think I downloaded some picture styles from canon. (they would be in the user defined section where the neutral, standard, faithful & etc and under the user defined 1-3 ones...I'm pretty sure I did but) if I didn't, sometimes they can be really fun effects and you can download them here: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/picturestyle/shooting/file/index.html

if I did put some on there, it would be the clear, the twighlight and the emerald.
I am going to pm you in a bit for some help but I need to go eat now.

[Permagrin]

that's very cute :) I'm always telling Dan you've got the cutest kids in existance...

[Permagrin]

I am going to pm you in a bit for some help but I need to go eat now.

sure, no prob...but to be very honest, Dan is way better than I am with that camera.

[Maxed Out]

I used to think the 30D's shutter sound was obscenely noisy...until I got the MKIII, it's really the noisiest camera ever "clack clack clack" terrible (thankfully there's a silent mode).

Sorry about the rain...it's raining here too.


Yup, Florida summer rain here also;)

[puddlepirate44]

Here is a like shot. I do not have that particular shot scanned. Sorry. I do have it as a 5x7 at home it is GREAT. MerriAnn did a fabilous job even though she shoots with N!k*n.

Awww... diddums. That's a great shot, Jamie. You should have it fra... * wait...

Really, very nice. Proud Dad shot.

[Maxed Out]

btw Jamie, if you shoot in jpeg, I think I downloaded some picture styles from canon. (they would be in the user defined section where the neutral, standard, faithful & etc and under the user defined 1-3 ones...I'm pretty sure I did but) if I didn't, sometimes they can be really fun effects and you can download them here: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/picturestyle/shooting/file/index.html

if I did put some on there, it would be the clear, the twighlight and the emerald.

Awww, too bad it cant be done for an Xt:(

[puddlepirate44]

sure, no prob...but to be very honest, Dan is way better than I am with that camera.

Only if I remember the CF card. :o :o

... but to be honest, Lisa is the family gear head. I'll help where I can, but for the really big techno questions, I defer to the brain trust in the other room.

[Maxed Out]

Oh man, todays the 20th....wow summer's going by quick:(.......school starts in exactly 1 month...shux:(

[puddlepirate44]

Awww, too bad it cant be done for an Xt:(

That was one of the many things that really made the decision to go with the 30D so much easier.... I loved my Xt; but in so many ways, it was limiting in what it could do. I'm not much of a "Bigger Gear = Better Pictures" kind of guy, but the 30D really made shooting easier and really opened up more possibilities photographically.

[cylentka]

It was a tough one. In fact, the vet asked if we wanted to put hom down, but we decided against it, and asked if we could bring him home, so he could die at home with us. :( When we brought him home, we made him a nice little room of his own in the bathroom, with plenty of towels and blankets. (He was constantly leaking/dripping, and the vet had removed the catheter)

I sat in there with him for hours.
Then... he just started getting better. He used the litter box that I had put in there, and he started eating. (he hadn't eaten in days, he had an IV at the vets)
I really think it was a miracle. No way he should have come through that.

Lonnie, don't get too freaked... Jeffrey had more than just the bladder infection, his had progressed to worse things (I don't remember the medical details though).

Anyway, that was over 5 years ago, and you'd never know that the old guy was ever sick at all. ;) He's a trooper.

Awww, I just loved that story! I'm so glad it had a happy ending and he's still doing fine!

<---- check out the new title! :twisted: Bwahahahaha!

now I'm giggling all over again. :lol:

I too have been inflicted with this disease. If anyone comes up with a cure, please let me know!

well there is gov't "work", but then... well, just guess. :rolleyes:

[theague]

How similar are the controsl on the 20 and 30?

Jamie that's a good photo of the Fam. :)

And... it's raining here too. :~( :shock:

[cylentka]

Oh man, todays the 20th....wow summer's going by quick:(.......school starts in exactly 1 month...shux:(

I will be SO glad to get my kid back in school, but I'm scurrying around here trying to get the school uniforms all ordered and all the other zillion things ready that she will need. All just to start 1st grade. :rolleyes:

[theague]

well there is gov't "work", but then... well, just guess. :rolleyes:

This is what I "do" :rolleyes:

[Maxed Out]

That was one of the many things that really made the decision to go with the 30D so much easier.... I loved my Xt; but in so many ways, it was limiting in what it could do. I'm not much of a "Bigger Gear = Better Pictures" kind of guy, but the 30D really made shooting easier and really opened up more possibilities photographically.

yeah, same here......makes me want to consider a new body before a lens:(

[cylentka]

This is what I "do" :rolleyes:

Me too, which is what enables me to be such a pain in the pants here. :D

[cylentka]

yeah, same here......makes me want to consider a new body before a lens:(

Once I started using new lenses, I just had to have a better body to go with. There is no end to this constant buying. Now I need "accessories". :rolleyes:

[theague]

Me too, which is what enables me to be such a pain in the pants here. :D
What do you work for Wanda? I work for the City.

Once I started using new lenses, I just had to have a better body to go with. There is no end to this constant buying. Now I need "accessories". :rolleyes:
My wife asked me the other night at dinner if there was a Photographer's Anonymous. LOL I have the same problem... Constant desire to upgrade. I want the 40D now that it's been confirmed. lol

[Becky N]

Oh man, todays the 20th....wow summer's going by quick:(.......school starts in exactly 1 month...shux:(


Wait until you are our age...:rolleyes: NO SUMMERS OFF unless you find the cure like Jo did.:D Or you become a teacher.

[theague]

Summers off. What a laugh.

[Maxed Out]

Once I started using new lenses, I just had to have a better body to go with. There is no end to this constant buying. Now I need "accessories". :rolleyes:


Yup, im saving for everything I need.......mostly lenses.....I'll wait until the 40d comes out before I save for a new body.


hey, is 5,500 clicks alot for 4 months, lol:D

[theague]

yes. I've had my camera for about 10 months and am still waiting to hit 2000.

[Permagrin]

Awww, too bad it cant be done for an Xt:(

yeah, they really are fun. I usually shoot in raw but sometimes I used the clear effect on mine for high contrast flowers (none of these shots are processed...so you can see that the picture styles do have some definite effects)
http://LC-images.smugmug.com/photos/140580127-M.jpg

http://LC-images.smugmug.com/photos/140582324-M.jpg

and the twighlight adds purple to sunsets or violet sky effects:
http://LC-images.smugmug.com/photos/175116613-M.jpg

I processed this one to be darker and more dramatic
http://LC-images.smugmug.com/photos/175117106-M.jpg
I never used the emerald and never downloaded the nostalgia

[Jamie Holladay]

that's very cute :) I'm always telling Dan you've got the cutest kids in existance...
Thanks. I think one of the kids has that one framed.

I just need a quick lesson on what controls what. In a little bit though I have some work to to at the moment.

[Becky N]

hey, is 5,500 clicks alot for 4 months, lol:D

Depends, are you learning anything from all those clicks? If the answer is yes, than no, not too many at all keep clicking and learning.:D

[Maxed Out]

yes. I've had my camera for about 10 months and am still waiting to hit 2000.

wow, thats about 50 shot per week compared to my 343 shots per week, haha....I have to take it easy;)

[theague]

Those are cool Lisa.

Hey if any of you remember back from the other thread, I posted a shot of two friends sihlouette's.. I posted the original in a thread over in the people section. Feel free to check it out. :)

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=351005

[Permagrin]

Only if I remember the CF card. :o :o

... but to be honest, Lisa is the family gear head. I'll help where I can, but for the really big techno questions, I defer to the brain trust in the other room.

says the guy who's always explaining where something is on the camera? :rolleyes:
I know prices and shopping details, also which lens is best for what and which camera I like best and why :) But I forget all the time how to use the blasted things (though I attribute that to having switched so much).

[puddlepirate44]

I will be SO glad to get my kid back in school, but I'm scurrying around here trying to get the school uniforms all ordered and all the other zillion things ready that she will need. All just to start 1st grade. :rolleyes:

Personally, I can't wait for fourth grade to start. I really think this is going to be my year. I've really spent some extra time on fractions, and I think I've finally got it.

Summers off. What a laugh.

That was the hardest thing for me to adapt to. I loved Summer. I went from school to the Coast Guard where you barely had time off, let alone Summer. What a shock.

[Jamie Holladay]

Yup, im saving for everything I need.......mostly lenses.....I'll wait until the 40d comes out before I save for a new body.


hey, is 5,500 clicks alot for 4 months, lol:D
That does seem like a lot but that don't matter. Keep shooting and learning. Don't worry about the body. Collect glass the XT will serve you fine for a long time. Upgrade your glass then upgrade you body.

[theague]

That does seem like a lot but that don't matter. Keep shooting and learning. Don't worry about the body. Collect glass the XT will serve you fine for a long time. Upgrade your glass then upgrade you body.

THis was something I was quite conflicted with when I bought my 20D. I opted to get the nicer body.. Now I wish I had nicer glass.

[Becky N]

That was one of the many things that really made the decision to go with the 30D so much easier.... I loved my Xt; but in so many ways, it was limiting in what it could do. I'm not much of a "Bigger Gear = Better Pictures" kind of guy, but the 30D really made shooting easier and really opened up more possibilities photographically.

Same with the upgrade from the Rebel (300D) to the the 30D. After shooting one event with Curt's 20D I was frustrated with the Rebel. Then he was a sweetie and surprised me with a 30D via my SIL when she and I went to Florida last October.

BTW, Maxy, I'm about 800 shots from turning over to 0001.:D Do the math.;)

[Permagrin]

Same with the upgrade from the Rebel (300D) to the the 30D. After shooting one event with Curt's 20D I was frustrated with the Rebel. Then he was a sweetie and surprised me with a 30D via my SIL when she and I went to Florida last October.

BTW, Maxy, I'm about 800 shots from turning over to 0001.:D Do the math.;)

awww that was sweet :)

[Maxed Out]

hey theague, when did you get your new title? haha

[Pete]

When's the pet arriving, Perm? We're eager to see the new addition.

[puddlepirate44]

BTW, Maxy, I'm about 800 shots from turning over to 0001.:D Do the math.;)

*OK, so 800... carry the 1... then subtract... no, that's not right... 800... carry the... DANG... Man, I'll never get out of fourth grade.*

[Permagrin]

When's the pet arriving, Perm? We're eager to see the new addition.

I don't know...he might though :)

[puddlepirate44]

When's the pet arriving, Perm? We're eager to see the new addition.

Not for a couple of weeks.... I've still gotta work out the character, and we have to get out of space... :rolleyes:

[Pete]

Oh.. A bit like my mother's new kitten. Have to wait for the little guy to be weaned?

[theague]

hey theague, when did you get your new title? haha

yesterday or the day before... whenever it was that I posted the Monkey Pants shot. lol

[Permagrin]

lol...well, in our house, I'm always bringing home new pets and Puddle is feinging shock, surprise and disgruntlement...so I don't know that he'd get your reference since he's never "waited" for a pet in his life :lol:

[puddlepirate44]

Oh.. A bit like my mother's new kitten. Have to wait for the little guy to be weaned?

Hahaha! Yeah, sorta. I guess he's still a shy little fella.

[Becky N]

awww that was sweet :)

Yes it was, consider too, the DRebel came from him to me for my 50th birthday...course the standing joke on that...it worked out well for him.

The first 9 months he used more than I could, then he got the 20D. No kidding, we would be out him with the digital and me with the film. I would ask to use the digital, he said sure, it is your camera, then sit there like a lost puppy, wringing his hands, shifting weight from one foot to the other, until I gave it back. Geez.:rolleyes:

When he got an inheritance, I told him...BUY THE 20D!!!! After that, I got to finally learn how to use the DRebel.:lol:

[Becky N]

Wanda....(@)(*@%( sales rep that I've been trying to get a training appointment with...e-mailed me at 11:19 that she was available at 11:30 today. I read the e-mail at 11:40. After cooling down for a few minutes I opted to get the training done and over with...needless to say...no pictures over lunch hour. Could take a late lunch but I want to get some other projects out of the way.

And so, I bid a found farewell until I decide to pop in again.

[Permagrin]

Yes it was, consider too, the DRebel came from him to me for my 50th birthday...course the standing joke on that...it worked out well for him.

The first 9 months he used more than I could, then he got the 20D. No kidding, we would be out him with the digital and me with the film. I would ask to use the digital, he said sure, it is your camera, then sit there like a lost puppy, wringing his hands, shifting weight from one foot to the other, until I gave it back. Geez.:rolleyes:

When he got an inheritance, I told him...BUY THE 20D!!!! After that, I got to finally learn how to use the DRebel.:lol:

lol...that's funny...my first digital (A85) Dan bought me for my 37th bday. Just before a big vacation. He said he didn't want one...but whenever we were out, he did the same thing...the whole puppy dog eye thing.....then 1 year later our gear lists exploded...:lol:

[cylentka]

Wanda....(@)(*@%( sales rep that I've been trying to get a training appointment with...e-mailed me at 11:19 that she was available at 11:30 today. I read the e-mail at 11:40. After cooling down for a few minutes I opted to get the training done and over with...needless to say...no pictures over lunch hour. Could take a late lunch but I want to get some other projects out of the way.

And so, I bid a found farewell until I decide to pop in again.

Dang! Must be a jinx day for shooting.

[cylentka]

.then 1 year later our gear lists exploded...:lol:

and exploded.. and exploded... and EXPLODED!! :lol:

[puddlepirate44]

and exploded.. and exploded... and EXPLODED!! :lol:

Yeah. Something like that. :o

[Maxed Out]

I hope jamie gets back, I need him to clarify who said the posterior qoute.....

[cylentka]

I hope jamie gets back, I need him to clarify who said the posterior qoute.....

google it

[Maxed Out]

google it


I dont think its that famous:(

[Jamie Holladay]

Not for a couple of weeks.... I've still gotta work out the character, and we have to get out of space... :rolleyes:
Is it true that you will be landing the shuttle in remote Africa where there are starving children?
I hope jamie gets back, I need him to clarify who said the posterior qoute.....
I did.

[cylentka]

I dont think its that famous:(

it will be. :lol:

[Permagrin]

Is it true that you will be landing the shuttle in remote Africa where there are starving children?

I did.

If Wu and I are still driving, I'm "steering" for the Caribbean!!

[Maxed Out]

Just Fixed it......

[Maxed Out]

As all of you know, I change my sig almost everyday....obsessive I guess

[BearLeeAlive]

Well I have my camera gear all packed for the trip. The 2 bags on the left are empty and will be used for day hikes once we reach our destination. I should have most bases covered, as long as I don't sink under the weight. :p

I'm taking all my cameras and lenses with the exception of the 70-200 and the 85 1.8. :)

http://bearleealive.smugmug.com/photos/175134323-L.jpg

[Permagrin]

have fun Jim! And take lots of photos for us so we can live vicariously through you!



speaking of living vicariously through someone, Jothefish, you should post some photos of the exotic locations you've visited so we can see :)

[theague]

Where you going? North Pole? :lol:

[BearLeeAlive]

have fun Jim! And take lots of photos for us so we can live vicariously through you!



speaking of living vicariously through someone, Jothefish, you should post some photos of the exotic locations you've visited so we can see :)
Will do.

Ya that Jo, where are all the photos? :)
Where you going? North Pole? :lol:
LOL, not quite. Kinbasket Lake north of Revelstoke BC amongst the Caribou Mountains. :D

[cfpackerfan]

Looks like you're locked and loaded, Jim. :lol:

Hey, I had a question for you re: Pelican cases. I got the lid organizer...but with it in there, the foam piece doesn't fit. :? . Will it still be padded enough without the foam?

[Maxed Out]

ok guys and gals, Im going to do something productive.....havent thought about what it is yet.

Maybe ill cook:D

[BearLeeAlive]

Hey, I had a question for you re: Pelican cases. I got the lid organizer...but with it in there, the foam piece doesn't fit. :? . Will it still be padded enough without the foam?
That was a thought/concern of mine too, but unless I am actually going to ship it with gear in it, I don't think it will be a problem. The roughest it will likely be treated is bouncing around in the back of a vehicle, so it should not be a worry. I have considered building it out with a bit of solid foam in behind, but I don't think that will be necessary.

[cylentka]

Well I have my camera gear all packed for the trip. The 2 bags on the left are empty and will be used for day hikes once we reach our destination. I should have most bases covered, as long as I don't sink under the weight. :p

I'm taking all my cameras and lenses with the exception of the 70-200 and the 85 1.8. :)

http://bearleealive.smugmug.com/photos/175134323-L.jpg

wow

[cylentka]

I just tried to take some photos of Twink. He just will NOT cooperate!! :evil:

[theague]

I just tried to take some photos of Twink. He just will NOT cooperate!! :evil:

you need to put tape on Twink's paws first... Then try. :lol:

[cylentka]

you need to put tape on Twink's paws first... Then try. :lol:

hmmmm, bbl :cool:

[Maxed Out]

998

[Maxed Out]

999

[Maxed Out]

Before I go I wanted post #1000....haha.....I'm greedy:D


edit: maybe a little annoying too...but worth it

[Jamie Holladay]

you need to put tape on Twink's paws first... Then try. :lol:
That is mean

[Mgdh]

Not for a couple of weeks.... I've still gotta work out the character, and we have to get out of space... :rolleyes:

Careful with the plumbing ;)

Well I have my camera gear all packed for the trip. The 2 bags on the left are empty and will be used for day hikes once we reach our destination. I should have most bases covered, as long as I don't sink under the weight.

I'm taking all my cameras and lenses with the exception of the 70-200 and the 85 1.8. :)

http://bearleealive.smugmug.com/photos/175134323-L.jpg

Lookin good, Jim. One day I'll have enough digital kit to need and extra case... (I still have my film stuff in packed and ready to go... ;))

have fun Jim! And take lots of photos for us so we can live vicariously through you!



speaking of living vicariously through someone, Jothefish, you should post some photos of the exotic locations you've visited so we can see :)

http://newquay-plus.co.uk/POTN/smilies/yeahthat.jpg x2 :D

[theague]

That is mean

You're right, but it's really fun to watch! lol

[cylentka]

That is mean

You're right, but it's really fun to watch! lol

I put a little bit of scotch tape on the top of his paws and he just ran around like a madman shaking his feet, so I had no hope of getting a photo like that. So I took it off and he's still washing his feet. :rolleyes:

[Jamie Holladay]

I told you it was mean.

[Athena]

Upgrade your glass then upgrade you body.I want to upgrade my body now. I'm thinking size 8, an inch or so taller, bigger eyes, stronger arms (to carry the heavy lens around). :lol:

I told you it was mean.but I bet it was FUNNY. :D

[theague]

I want to upgrade my body now. I'm thinking size 8, an inch or so taller, bigger eyes, stronger arms (to carry the heavy lens around). :lol:

but I bet it was FUNNY. :D

I'm glad SOMEONE was with me on it! :)

Your eyes are perfect just how they are! :rolleyes:

[jothefish]

have fun Jim! And take lots of photos for us so we can live vicariously through you!



speaking of living vicariously through someone, Jothefish, you should post some photos of the exotic locations you've visited so we can see :)


OK promise next week... Harry's operation is tomorrow... then it's 10 days without guests...

[BearLeeAlive]

Question for all you wise folks out there.

What focal length is best for taking multiple photos to later stitch together? i realize I want to be in manual mode and keep the exposure constant in all the shot, but would imagine a longer focal length would cause less distortion and stitch together better. Too long of a focal length and I would need to take a gazillion shots to get a panorama.

[Jamie Holladay]

I want to upgrade my body now. I'm thinking size 8, an inch or so taller, bigger eyes, stronger arms (to carry the heavy lens around). :lol:

but I bet it was FUNNY. :D
Not that body silly.

[theague]

Jamie, any more chances to get familiar with your new 30D?

What do you like most about it over the XT?

[cfpackerfan]

Question for all you wise folks out there.

What focal length is best for taking multiple photos to later stitch together? i realize I want to be in manual mode and keep the exposure constant in all the shot, but would imagine a longer focal length would cause less distortion and stitch together better. Too long of a focal length and I would need to take a gazillion shots to get a panorama. Sorry, no help from me. And I'm far from wise. :rolleyes: The one and only 'real' pano I ever did was taken with my 50mm. I think. :rolleyes:
Your thought process sounds right on though. I would use a mid length of some sort.

[theague]

I too, suck at Pano's.. never done them. I do know that PTgui is a good program to do stitching.. agian never used it though. lol

[Jamie Holladay]

Jamie, any more chances to get familiar with your new 30D?

What do you like most about it over the XT?
No not yet. The screen! It is HUGE!

[theague]

Yeah I wish the 20D LCD was bigger. :(

Well all, i'm off to Bugster's.
See you all later.

[Skrim17]

Boy talk about locked and loaded Jim...are you taking any camping gear?? lol.

What body does the waterproof housing fit?

[Phil Light]

Holy cow! I miss this forum for a couple of days and the other thread with over 55,000 posts is closed, and in one day this continuation is over 1,000 already. Amazing.

[BearLeeAlive]

Boy talk about locked and loaded Jim...are you taking any camping gear?? lol.

What body does the waterproof housing fit?
Oh crap, I knew I forgot something. :lol:
Shooting wildlife with my cameras won't feed us either. :)

The WP housing is for my PowerShot S70. That is what I took the shot with.

[fi20100]

Question for all you wise folks out there.

What focal length is best for taking multiple photos to later stitch together? i realize I want to be in manual mode and keep the exposure constant in all the shot, but would imagine a longer focal length would cause less distortion and stitch together better. Too long of a focal length and I would need to take a gazillion shots to get a panorama.

I think distortion is the biggest problem. Using a lens / FL with very little distortion will give you the best result.

[cylentka]

I told you it was mean.

He loves to play with tape. And enjoys being messed with up to a point. So not all that mean. If I tried to do that to my other cat, I'd have to use the tape to hold my body together. :shock:

but I bet it was FUNNY. :D

Yup, for a bit. Then I was worried he'd stress his heart running around so I took the tape off. He seems to have forgotten all about it now. Allie brought slime home from daycare and he's been making footprints in it.:rolleyes:

[T.D.]

So TD sleeps with the TF, not Kody.... or maybe all three of them.... nah, nevermind :-D

Boring Boy, you're treading on thin ice here...just saying. :p

Awww, you know I'm always your Sugar Daddy! No title's gonna change that! I was just being reassuring to our friend Cat!

Where's that barfy Smiley when you need him? :rolleyes:

Before I go I wanted post #1000....haha.....I'm greedy:D


edit: maybe a little annoying too...but worth it

Wanda's just going to delete some posts anyway and someone else will be #1000. ;)

[Becky N]

Hi all, hanging for just a bit while my weekly back-ups finish. Then I'm heading home...might shoot the pretty Black Eye Susan's by the office door first though.

Dan, before you ask, this is a rough neighborhood this time of year, most the yellow flowers have black eyes...I think it is the Canada Geese that hang around the pond.

[Becky N]

Back ups are done...tootles.

[cylentka]

Wanda's just going to delete some posts anyway and someone else will be #1000. ;)

Be gentle, the lad is still innocent. ;):p

[cylentka]

Here is Twink's post-tape "do you know what she did to me :shock: look"

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y121/cylentka/IMG_3403sm.jpg

(IQ sucks, but I love the look on his face)

[cfpackerfan]

I love his face, Wanda. :D

[Jamie Holladay]

Becky when you get home let me know if the bag made it.

[T.D.]

Be gentle, the lad is still innocent. ;):p

Oh alright. :rolleyes: Puddle's the Meany Head anyway. I'm the nice one. :lol: (You can tell by that big smile!)

[cylentka]

Becky when you get home let me know if the bag made it.

That wording could SO get you in trouble!

[cylentka]

Oh alright. :rolleyes: Puddle's the Meany Head anyway. I'm the nice one. :lol: (You can tell by that big smile!)

ya know, the lad may be innocent but I'm not. ;)

[T.D.]

ya know, the lad may be innocent but I'm not. ;)

Oh yes, we're quite clear on that one! ;):p

[short5]

It's heartining to see Blue Tits I guess I'll have to get the ladder out and clean both :shock:

This is probably a stupid question, but wouldn't a $30 tripod from Wal-Mart work in a pinch?
It would require shopping at the castle of crap. Have you ever noticed all the Chinese junk they sell is designed to break soon after purchase if it is not broken straight out of the box. Can you tell I despise the place?

I have been having sympathy non-sleep for you this week :confused:

Thanks, I think.



You work too??? :confused: What is this? a trend? - a disease? Reality

ya know, the lad may be innocent but I'm not. ;)

Thats what makes you fun Wanda

[Woolburr]

Oh Wanda...if you are here...go back to the other server for a moment please.

[Becky N]

Becky when you get home let me know if the bag made it.

Yes it did, I'm trying to untie the knot in the plastic bag, download the pictures I took on the way home...can't wait to see if "what crossed my path" turned out, and catch up in here.;) :rolleyes: :D

Cat is right, you have nice handwriting.

[Becky N]

Whew, knot finely came untied.

[Becky N]

Wow, Jamie, this is like brand new, if I didn't know better I would never know it had a previous owner.


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[cylentka]

That's great, Becky! I bought a Lowepro bag on the forum and it also seemed brand new.

[short5]

I need to go adjust a landscape lighting project I installed see you all later

[cylentka]

later Zane!

[Becky N]

Going to check my pictures now...I think the photo taking curse for today is lifted. Will post soon if I'm correct.;) :D :D :D

[cylentka]

Cool Becky!

[Becky N]

Walk away from the light Zane...oh, wait, never mind.

[Becky N]

YES!!! The curse is lifted...going to PP will BBL.:lol: :lol: :lol:

[cylentka]

YAY Becky!!

[Skrim17]

This week we are having a cultural expo from Taiwan instead of an outdoor concert, I get to shoot the VIP luncheon and the lion dance I think.

[cylentka]

This week we are having a cultural expo from Taiwan instead of an outdoor concert, I get to shoot the VIP luncheon and the lion dance I think.

Is the lion dance something like a chinese dragon dance?

[cylentka]

Hey, would you like to switch kids for a few years?? I can't handle this moody girl stuff any more!!

[Becky N]

Whoa, Wanda, and the hormones haven't even kicked in yet.;)

Waiting on LR to finish exporting.

[cylentka]

She is the moodiest kid I've ever seen. I hope she outgrows it before she grows into it again so I get a bit of relief in the middle.