NYC Photo Meetup: Chinese Lunar New Year Parade Feb 10

[BottomBracket]

I can't wait until spring to have a NYC POTN meet, so let's do it next weekend. Shake off those winter blues!

What: 9th Annual Chinese Lunar Parade. This is one of NYC's more colorful parades and there will be tons of people who don't mind their photos being taken. So if you are a bit hesitant in taking pictures of people you don't know, this is a good opportunity to unshackle those chains that inhibit your photographic potential.

Where: Manhattan Chinatown, Canal Street area. Our meeting place will be outside the Starbucks at the corner of Canal and Centre Street. I chose this because you can't really miss it, it's near the subway and it's near the bedlam of activities yet removed enough so we can have breathing space of our own.

When: Feb 10, 2008, Sunday. 12:15 PM. The parade starts at 1 PM, but I'd like to meet a bit early so that we can get to know each other a bit. The parade/festivities is slated to last from 1 to 5 PM.

How To Get There: I would suggest taking the subway as the place will be packed. Check the subway map (http://www.mta.info/nyct/maps/submap.htm) to determine which train is best for you to go the Canal Station in Manhattan. For a more detailed map go here (http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?formtype=address&addtohistory=&address=Canal%20St%20%26%20Centre%20St&city=New%20York&state=NY&zipcode=10013&country=US&geodiff=1).

Equipment To Bring: Your camera! I like to use a wide angle lens because I like to immerse myself in the parade. You can bring a normal or tele lens too, depends on your photo style. Oh, and check the weather and dress accordingly. Preferably something red.

I hope to see you there! Here are some sample photos from past parades:

1
http://piofort.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p823246787-4.jpg

2
http://piofort.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p705271809-5.jpg

3
http://piofort.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p629332378-4.jpg

4
http://piofort.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p959029566-4.jpg

5
http://piofort.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p905520976-4.jpg

6
http://piofort.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p746018006-4.jpg

[Calzinger]

Hey Pio! I'd really love to come, but unfortunately I'll be up at Cornell visiting a friend.

I remember these pictures from the first POTN meet we had. Remember when I opened my new lens in the streets? And isn't this event like three weeks long? Surely I can make another weekend.

[woloi]

I'd love to go to, but I'm up in Worcester, MA for school now, so I don't think I'll be able to go. There is a concert out on Long Island on the 9th that I want to go to...but I'm pretty sure this just isn't going to work for me :confused:.

[jlozano180]

I'M DOWN to go. I will be there. I want to meet some of the people on this forum.

[ooo]

I'll definitely show up. I got a non potn friend whose interested in photography as well that'll probably go.

[Kadath]

Consider me a definite maybe! Sounds like fun

[shomat]

Sounds like fun. I put it on my calendar. If I have no other commitments, I'll come by.

[cosworth]

I'd love ot meet up BB, but I'm nowhere near the east coast then. Maybe March.

[BottomBracket]

Hey Pio! I'd really love to come, but unfortunately I'll be up at Cornell visiting a friend.

I remember these pictures from the first POTN meet we had. Remember when I opened my new lens in the streets? And isn't this event like three weeks long? Surely I can make another weekend.

Darn Chris, I was hoping you would show up. Of course I remember that meet a couple of years ago. You were all smiles with that new lens that you just bought from B&H. The event is two weeks long, perhaps we can meet on the next Sunday too. Take care!

I'd love to go to, but I'm up in Worcester, MA for school now, so I don't think I'll be able to go. There is a concert out on Long Island on the 9th that I want to go to...but I'm pretty sure this just isn't going to work for me :confused:.

Next time I guess! Too bad, those Fung Wa buses take you straight to Manhattan Chinatown straight from Bostoon.

I'M DOWN to go. I will be there. I want to meet some of the people on this forum.

I'll definitely show up. I got a non potn friend whose interested in photography as well that'll probably go.

Cool! Warm bodies! It would be great to meet you guys. ooo, non POTNr's are not allowed. Kidding! Of course you can bring him/her.

Consider me a definite maybe! Sounds like fun

Hope you can make it Sam!

Sounds like fun. I put it on my calendar. If I have no other commitments, I'll come by.

Sho thing! I hope you can make it.

I'd love ot meet up BB, but I'm nowhere near the east coast then. Maybe March.

Ah cos, I pm'd you on the off chance that you may be here. We'll have a meet ready for you when you visit.

[tumana]

Heck yes! Although I'm trying to get a job at the moment (just moved to NY) and I'm not too sure of my schedule. If I'm free that day I would definitely want to meet other POTN members. Thanks for the invite.

[MDJAK]

I will do my best to be there.

Meet at Starbucks? I like large capuccinos, lots of foam, one Equal, one Sweet and Low, and I especially like it if somebody else buys. ;) :lol:
me

[SuzyView]

I would love to be there, but my schedule is too tight. Sorry, Pio. I'm going to try next year, though. Hope you have fun!

[shomat]

My calendar just freed up. Looks like I'm in for the 10th.

[MDJAK]

As the song says, Come on people now, smile on your brother, everybody get together, gonna buy MDJAK a capuccino right now. :lol:

Now, let's go, get off your fat duffs and get to Chinatown. Pio is a real nice guy and is planning on buying everybody Peking Duck. :lol:
me

[Palladium]

Below are some of my images from the parade in 2006 - Year of the Dog

http://img312.imageshack.us/img312/9237/CRW_8387.jpg

http://img312.imageshack.us/img312/356/CRW_8470.jpg

http://img312.imageshack.us/img312/2704/CRW_8523.jpg


I forgot I even had these online (about 30 images)

http://www.geocities.com/ctkfb/MISC/20060129_1.html

[Calzinger]

I will do my best to be there.

Meet at Starbucks? I like large capuccinos, lots of foam, one Equal, one Sweet and Low, and I especially like it if somebody else buys. ;) :lol:
me
You know that I'm definitely not buying lunch. :rolleyes:

I decided to try and make this meet and postpone my trip to the following weekend, just for old times sake. No rush to get toasted anyway. ;)

[DVS_WiNdz]

aw man.. I don't have a camera :(
Thanks for the invite by the way

[LeesaB]

What an opportunity, I would love to be there....You guys take a ton of pictures and make sure to share them. The colors and people, the atmosphere....You'd be crazy to miss it.

[MDJAK]

Hey Pio! I'd really love to come, but unfortunately I'll be up at Cornell visiting a friend.

I remember these pictures from the first POTN meet we had. Remember when I opened my new lens in the streets? And isn't this event like three weeks long? Surely I can make another weekend.

I'd love ot meet up BB, but I'm nowhere near the east coast then. Maybe March.

I would love to be there, but my schedule is too tight. Sorry, Pio. I'm going to try next year, though. Hope you have fun!

You know that I'm definitely not buying lunch. :rolleyes:

I decided to try and make this meet and postpone my trip to the following weekend, just for old times sake. No rush to get toasted anyway. ;)

aw man.. I don't have a camera :(
Thanks for the invite by the way

What an opportunity, I would love to be there....You guys take a ton of pictures and make sure to share them. The colors and people, the atmosphere....You'd be crazy to miss it.


Everybody's got excuses. You guys got more excuses than a convict being dragged off to jail. :lol:

Let's go, we need to just do this. I need somebody to buy me a capuccino and lunch. :lol:
me

[DVS_WiNdz]

Everybody's got excuses.

It's not a excuse.. I really have no camera :(
But I would like to attend.

[cosworth]

Everybody's got excuses. You guys got more excuses than a convict being dragged off to jail. :lol:

You do know I live 4000 kms away right? :cool:

[MDJAK]

It's not a excuse.. I really have no camera :(
But I would like to attend.

Why do you have no camera? You're not allowed to be a member if you don't have a camera. ;)

You do know I live 4000 kms away right? :cool:

You have heard of the Wright Brothers, no? :lol: They did invent something called an airplane, no?

You have heard of Henry Ford, no? :lol: He did invent something called an automobile, no?

All we get is excuses, or in the immortal words of Vince Lombardi:
GRAB, GRAB, GRAB. NOBODY'S TACKLING. :lol:
me

[HoRnYTuRbO]

im gonna have to do this with u guys next yr for sure, the parade in Boston is ehhhh compared to what u guys have

[cosworth]

Dude, fly to NYC, $600. Two night's hotel on my dime, $800.

I live in Vancouver. Half of china is already here!

Boston, NYC and Philly late Feb/early March. Then we'll meet up.

[cosworth]

Ok, it turns out I can probably pull this off. Lemme see if I can get a hotel. I'll have to head up to Boston Monday night.

[Palladium]

depending upon the weather I'll be at Starbucks for the POTN meeting...

[DVS_WiNdz]

Why do you have no camera? You're not allowed to be a member if you don't have a camera. ;)


I sold it in order to fund my 1D Mark III I won on ebay, but it turned out to be a scam. Now I'm filing a dispute to get my money back.. so I have no money at all to buy a new camera :(

[cosworth]

Ok you chickens, spend some air miles and come freeze your butts off with us.

[DVS_WiNdz]

Ok you chickens, spend some air miles and come freeze your butts off with us.

I'm broke :confused:

[Palladium]

Some events @ B&H around the parade date

Special Artist Lecture & Slideshow: Cig Harvey - Explorative Fine Art and Commercial Photographer

Speaker: Cig Harvey
Cig Harvey is uniquely talented photographer that is certain to become a future legend. Her work stands out among today’s contemporary photographers as unique and elegant. Cig blends colors, shapes and locations with simplicity and harmony. Cig’s imagery is yesterday and today with a glimpse of a hopeful tomorrow. Using the camera as her voice, she speaks with a rare eloquence that echoes in the viewer’s mind. Join us in the B&H Event Space as Cig Harvey presents her work and speaks about her successes while giving insight into the rare blending of fine art and commercial photography.
Cig Harvey is an internationally known artist and is represented here in the United States by Robin Rice Gallery in New York City, Joel Soroka in Aspen, Colorado, and the Watermark Gallery in Houston, TX. Her work is held in international collections including, The Houston Museum of Fine Arts, The International Museum of Photography, George Eastman House, Rochester, NY, and The Masterworks Foundation, Hamilton, Bermuda. Her clients include: O Magazine, Bloomingdales, Kate spade, Ralph Lauren, Ace Insurance, The Wyndham Hotel Group and Health Magazine.
Date: Sunday, February 10th
Time: 1:00pm


http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/EventsDetails_feb4.jsp


Choosing and Using Canon Lenses Presented by Canon

Speaker: Mike Bubolo
Mike Bubolo will give a lively presentation on Canon’s EF and EF-S lens system. Not just a re-hash of specs from a catalog, Mike will go into detail about the characteristics of different types of lenses, and give useful advice with powerful visual examples of how to get strong, beautiful pictures with wide-angle, telephoto, and various special-purpose Canon lenses. Canon also gives attendees various points to consider when choosing lenses to add to your system, to get the most out of your photography.
This presentation is ideal for any SLR owner who is considering expanding his or her lens arsenal, especially owners of Canon EOS cameras. If you’re not a current SLR owner, and are thinking of stepping up, Canon’s presentation will give you a real idea of what’s possible with today’s SLR cameras and lenses.
Mike’s presentation lasts about one hour, and there will be time afterward to handle various Canon lenses and answer any questions you may have. Mike Bubolo is Canon USA’s Pro Market Rep for the New York metropolitan area, and has hands-on experience with the entire Canon EOS system.
Date: Monday, February 11th
Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm


http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/EventsDetails_feb5.jsp


Building the Digital Darkroom of Your Dreams Presented by Apple

Speaker: Don Peebles & David Brommer

B&H welcomes Apple to host an Aperture 1.5 event that will teach you how to manage your photos like a pro. By attending this seminar, you will learn about everything you need for after the shoot: an advanced RAW workflow, with support for more than 50 camera models from a wide variety of manufacturers, professional photo management, powerful compare and select tools, nondestructive image processing, and versatile printing and publishing options, including flexible library management that lets you store images anywhere you’d like. B&H's David Brommer will explain the physical component of the "digital darkroom" by discussing the specific gear required to make a topnotch workspace.

Join us for a demonstration to see how professionals are getting the most out of Aperture 1.5 and the Mac, and how you can take your work to the next level.

Date: Wednesday February 13th
Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/EventsDetails_feb8.jsp

[LeesaB]

Why is Ohio so far away from NY. That's it, you all need to come to Ohio and visit me!;)

[cosworth]

Ohio? Are you kidding? I'm flying in from a different country!

[LeesaB]

Your coming in to NY?

and yes I'm crying about being in Ohio...lol

[cosworth]

I will be at this event. :)

[DVS_WiNdz]

I will be at this event. :)

Wow.. really?

[cosworth]

Ok you chickens, spend some air miles and come freeze your butts off with us.


Yup.

[LeesaB]

Ok....now none of us have an excuse do we?

[cosworth]

I shame you all into showing up.

[LeesaB]

Ok.so when is this thing?

I am however coming to NY in April...wanna come back in April?

[cosworth]

Oddly, I will be there in April too. On or about the 17th.

[DVS_WiNdz]

Oddly, I will be there in April too. On or about the 17th.

Wow.. you make quite a lot of trips to NY.

[Kadath]

Damn, and I would have liked to meet Cosworth too. My Grandmother passed away in florida this week and her Memorial Service is now scheduled for the 10th. No way I can make it =(

[cosworth]

Wow.. you make quite a lot of trips to NY.

It's a pretty happenin' place.

[MDJAK]

Dude, fly to NYC, $600. Two night's hotel on my dime, $800.



Blah, blah, blah, fly to new york: 600 bucks

two nights hotel: 800 bucks

meeting mdjak: priceless. :lol: :lol: :lol:

[MDJAK]

I will be at this event. :)


Oh crap, he's coming. Look out, people, he swings a mean monopod. :lol:

[LeesaB]

Oddly, I will be there in April too. On or about the 17th.

I'll miss ya by about a couple weeks

[MDJAK]

Ok.so when is this thing?

I am however coming to NY in April...wanna come back in April?


When: Feb 10, 2008, Sunday. 12:15 PM

Duh, do you read english, lady? :lol:
me

[MDJAK]

I'll miss ya by about a couple weeks


You ain't missing much. Last time, he didn't even buy me lunch. :( :lol:

[LeesaB]

Duh, do you read english, lady? :lol:
me

You ain't missing much. Last time, he didn't even buy me lunch. :( :lol:

OO he's begging, someone buy him lunch.
I saw Feb 10th, duh, but I thought there was alot more to it,

English? You speak english? New Yawk? :D

[cosworth]

Oh crap, he's coming. Look out, people, he swings a mean monopod. :lol:

Your new title is quite craptacular.

[MDJAK]

Your new title is quite craptacular.

Oh, so you want to start comparing titles, do ya? :lol:

[ooo]

Okay so, I compiled up a list of the people attending, etc.

New List HERE (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=4835724&postcount=62)

[DVS_WiNdz]

I will definitely be attending, but I'll be using my friend's Noink :(

[Calzinger]

Okay so, I compiled up a list of the people attending, etc.

Let's start the list with the people with excuses.

People With Excuses
Calzinger
woloi
suzyview
dvs_windz
rakefet
hornyturbo

@dvs_windz - Bring a P&S with you! I'll even lend you mind if you show up =)
@rakefet, if cosworth can fly over here from Canada, you can fly here from Ohio =)

Showing Up
bottombracket
jlozano180
shomat
cosworth
tumana
mdjak
palladium
ooo

People with Legitimate Excuses
kadath
Woah clown, take it easy there! Is gettin' toasted not a legitimate excuse? :D

Anyway, I did post again to say that I rescheduled my trip so I could make this meet. :)

[ooo]

Must of missed it =P, I skipped a bunch of posts because cosworth and mdjak were talking amongst themselves =). I will fix the list later =).

[Calzinger]

Looks like this could potentially be a big gathering. And what could be better than meeting at the same event that the first NYC POTN meet was held at two years ago?

[MDJAK]

Must of missed it =P, I skipped a bunch of posts because cosworth and mdjak were talking amongst themselves =). I will fix the list later =).

better than talking to ourself. :lol:
me

[TriaXenginE]

i will try to make the event!

[Kathy H]

Looks like I will be in New York Feb. 7 thru Feb. 13. I will look forward to attending this event.

[tumana]

Heck yes! Although I'm trying to get a job at the moment (just moved to NY) and I'm not too sure of my schedule. If I'm free that day I would definitely want to meet other POTN members. Thanks for the invite.

Showing Up
bottombracket
jlozano180
shomat
cosworth
tumana
mdjak
palladium
ooo

Well, despite my enthusiasm my response was tentative. ;) At the time I was still looking for a job and I didn't know my schedule. Newsflash: I got a job and it might require me to work that day. I don't know whether to be happy for getting a job or sad for missing a NYC POTN Meeting. :cry:

[Kadath]

Thanks for the excuse Ooo, made me smile. Its just rotten luck of timing, my grandmothers been cremated and will have ashes flown up for the service, so its not like we're sitting around in mourning till then... Sooo if a mini meet were to happen in NYC on the Saturday the 9th I would DEFINIITELY make that!

[ooo]

I'm up for it if anyone wants to do some shooting of Chinatown or elsewhere on Saturday.

Updated List As of Post #65! Seems like 12+/- people are showing up. This gathering might get as large as the thomas hawk one.

People With Excuses
woloi
suzyview
rakefet
hornyturbo

Showing Up
bottombracket
jlozano180
shomat
cosworth
mdjak
palladium
ooo
dvs_windz
calzinger
triaxengie
kathy_h
arch1tect

People who just can't make up their minds
tumana - I made this section just for you =)

People with Legitimate Excuses
kadath

[LeesaB]

I'm up for it if anyone wants to do some shooting of Chinatown or elsewhere on Saturday.

Updated List! Seems like 11+/- people are showing up. This gathering might get as large as the thomas hawk one.

People With Excuses
woloi
suzyview
dvs_windz
rakefet
hornyturbo

Showing Up
bottombracket
jlozano180
shomat
cosworth
mdjak
palladium
ooo
dvs_windz
calzinger
triaxengie
kathy_h

People who just can't make up their minds
tumana - I made this section just for you =)

People with Legitimate Excuses
kadath

Just because of Cosworth, distance is not a legitimate excuse huh. ;):D

[ooo]

Exactly. If he can spent close to $1000 for two nights in New York just for this meet then everyone else should be able to fly or drive here as well. I believe he should treat us all to Starbucks. Whats another $50, thats just a nifty fifty. In the spirit of Chinese New Year, I heard that Poi would be passing out lucky red envelopes to everyone? :rolleyes: Another, great reason to come =)

[arch1tect]

I can tentatively make it as of now, so you can count me in.

[Palladium]

http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/4237/CRW_8108.jpg

Camera Make: Canon
Camera Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL
Image Date: 2006:01:29 13:02:38
Flash Used: No
Focal Length: 135.0mm
Exposure Time: 0.0020 s (1/500)
Aperture: f/2.5
ISO equiv: 400
Metering Mode: Center Weight
Exposure: Manual

[tumana]

People who just can't make up their minds
tumana - I made this section just for you =)

:D Thank you. :lol:

[LeesaB]

Awwww..come on, that is not playing fair at all...She's adorable. Who would not want to see that little face in the crowd.


http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/4237/CRW_8108.jpg

Camera Make: Canon
Camera Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL
Image Date: 2006:01:29 13:02:38
Flash Used: No
Focal Length: 135.0mm
Exposure Time: 0.0020 s (1/500)
Aperture: f/2.5
ISO equiv: 400
Metering Mode: Center Weight
Exposure: Manual

[BottomBracket]

Wow, it looks like this thread has really taken off! I'm glad there's a lot of interest here, from old and new members, and those who live near and far. I say I am quite impressed that coswroth and Kathy are flying in! Now the question is, who's going to treat us to coffee and dinner? The guy with the Bentley, or the guy with the Nikon? :D

[DVS_WiNdz]

Now the question is, who's going to treat us to coffee and dinner? The guy with the Bentley, or the guy with the Nikon? :D

Who's the guy with the Nikon?

[BottomBracket]

Who's the guy with the Nikon?

You! Just kidding Stephen. I'm sure Mark can take care of us. Truth be told though, I believe all of the restaurants will be closed, so we just might have to refuel ourselves at a street stall or something.

[MDJAK]

Actually, the waiters in Wo Hop said they would be OPEN for the first time this year. Said the owners don't want to close this year. That's good news. I want some Duck Yat Gaw Mein.

me

[DVS_WiNdz]

You! Just kidding Stephen. I'm sure Mark can take care of us. Truth be told though, I believe all of the restaurants will be closed, so we just might have to refuel ourselves at a street stall or something.

It turns out that my friend's Nikon's shutter is about to die.. so I will be without a camera again :(
Probably you're right.. I usually don't go near there to get food since it is so crowded.

[Calzinger]

You! Just kidding Stephen. I'm sure Mark can take care of us. Truth be told though, I believe all of the restaurants will be closed, so we just might have to refuel ourselves at a street stall or something.
Apparently Wo Hop will be open on Sunday, though that's obviously not the best of ideas.

By the way, I have a spare XT if you need a camera Stephen, but I don't have a lens to go with it. Let me know if you'd like me to bring it next weekend.

[Calzinger]

And I love the fact that we all immediately jumped on POTN right after watching Eli pray a hail mary.

[Skrim17]

Add me to the tentative list as well. Stephen I have a 30D backup you are welcome to use for the day, do you have any lenses? I can attach my Tamron for you to use. Bring your own cards, shoot away and take home your card!

[BottomBracket]

Lol, and it could have been caught too! I bet Wo Hop will be packed! Let's hope that other restaurants will be open as well - I know of a few dives there that look crappy but have excellent food.

[DVS_WiNdz]

By the way, I have a spare XT if you need a camera Stephen, but I don't have a lens to go with it. Let me know if you'd like me to bring it next weekend.

Add me to the tentative list as well. Stephen I have a 30D backup you are welcome to use for the day, do you have any lenses? I can attach my Tamron for you to use. Bring your own cards, shoot away and take home your card!

Wow! you guy/gal are great! But I kinda feel bad when I'm using someone else's things :(

[Calzinger]

Wow! you guy/gal are great! But I kinda feel bad when I'm using someone else's things :(
You kiddin' me? You think I'd rather see you standing around WITHOUT a camera? Shut up and take it!

GO ELI!!!

[BottomBracket]

Touchdown Giantsssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BottomBracket]

TOUchdown Giants!!!!!!!!!!!! Almost no time left!!!!!!!!!!

[Calzinger]

W.T.F.

[BottomBracket]

OMFG!!!!!!! I can't believe it, Giants win!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BottomBracket]

Anyone want to meet up on Tuesday? Giants victory parade in Manhattan.

[DVS_WiNdz]

OMFG!!!!!!! I can't believe it, Giants win!!!!!!!!!!!!

WooHoo

[Calzinger]

Anyone want to meet up on Tuesday? Giants victory parade in Manhattan.
I'm so down, just hit me up with some details.

[BottomBracket]

Give me a sec to check the details....

[MDJAK]

What an amazing game. I hear Brady is crying in his locker. ;)

As exciting as it gets. Heck, I may have to buy a Giant Superbowl Hat. Maybe even a shirt.

Wish I could make it Tuesday, but I got to work to make enough dough to buy a D3.
me

[BottomBracket]

The parade starts at 11am at Battery Park, and ends at City Hall. It winds through Broadway, the section of Canyon of Heroes. Hmmm maybe we can meet over there?

Mark, you have enough money to buy the whole Giants team two D3s each. Play hooky!

[MDJAK]

The parade starts at 11am at Battery Park, and ends at City Hall. It winds through Broadway, the section of Canyon of Heroes. Hmmm maybe we can meet over there?

Mark, you have enough money to buy the whole Giants team two D3s each. Play hooky!

Pio, my friend, if I had your money, I'd burn mine. :lol:
me

[cosworth]

Ok I'm really looking forward to this. Hope the weather is good. I shot 6 gigs of monster truck last night and got 10 keepers I like. I need some inspiration damnit.

[MDJAK]

I'll take 10 keepers any day of the week. I've gone out more times than I can count, shot close to 8 gigs or more, and wound up with no keepers.

me

[SuzyView]

Mark, you amaze me. With all that great gear, what is wrong with you? Standards a little too high, maybe? Or do I need to borrow one of your 1D series and show you how the pro's really shoot?

[cosworth]

He needs to carry a monopod.

[SuzyView]

Jason, you really think that will do it?

[cosworth]

He bugged me about it until he saw why I had it.

[SuzyView]

Didn't he buy some ridiculously expensive tripod the last time you guys went to B&H together?

[Calzinger]

I'll take 10 keepers any day of the week. I've gone out more times than I can count, shot close to 8 gigs or more, and wound up with no keepers.

me
You're a clown. I've seen your shots, and yes, your standards are too high. Stop whining and start being proud. You know I got nothin' on you, use yesterday as evidence.

[MDJAK]

No, he bought this:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/475916-REG/Gitzo_GM5540_GM_5540_Mountaineer_6X_Carbon.html

[SuzyView]

I was talking about you. :), Mark. What did you buy? And I've seen some of your shots, and you are just great. Stop making excuses for yourself.

[MDJAK]

Mark... what is wrong with you?

How long you got? :lol:

As many here can attest, there's lots wrong with me. Nothing a brand new shiny D3 with a couple of their new lenses wouldn't help fix. :)
me

[MDJAK]

I was talking about you. :), Mark. What did you buy? And I've seen some of your shots, and you are just great. Stop making excuses for yourself.

I linked you to what I bought.

But the other day I also got a new Mac Pro Tower and a 23 inch cinema display. It runs LR much better than the MacBook Pro notebook.

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[SuzyView]

I've been thinking similarly, expect, I can't ignore the great glass Canon offers. Nikon has nothing on my 70-200 2.8 IS. And seriously, you would never be happy without POTN.

[SuzyView]

Mac, still can't figure them out.

[MDJAK]

I've been thinking similarly, expect, I can't ignore the great glass Canon offers. Nikon has nothing on my 70-200 2.8 IS. And seriously, you would never be happy without POTN.

That's quite true, but I'd never leave POTN, unless the mods kick me out, of course. ;)

Nah, I'd keep my Canon stuff, maybe paring down some glass.

I just want to give that Nikon stuff a try. I had the Nikon D100 before I switched to Canon. It was a great camera. I loved the interface on it. And I still like the feel of Nikon's rubber better.

And even if I did sell my Canon stuff, I've still got the G9, the best P&S.
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[cosworth]

A D3 and a 200 F/2 would be nice but it AINT cheaper!

[MDJAK]

A D3 and a 200 F/2 would be nice but it AINT cheaper!

the word "cheap" isn't in my vocabulary.

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[cosworth]

Hopefully, after I have assumed control of S.P.E.C.T.R.E. I can say the same.

[BottomBracket]

Back on topic a bit. Suzy, Jason's coming over, you should too!

[MDJAK]

Yeah, Suzy, ya hear that? You should come too. You and I need to break bread again. Last time was so much fun. :)
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[MDJAK]

And you too, Lisa.

[LeesaB]

You know Mark, It does not take a lot to lure me to NYC. But I'll be there in April...we can break bread then, if you've got the time...

[cosworth]

And yeah, I won't ditch MDJAK for a ride in a helicopter this time. I've got all day Sunday, and I think I'll fly in early saturday AM too. Heck i might have most of Monday to do what I want.

[MDJAK]

You know Mark, It does not take a lot to lure me to NYC. But I'll be there in April...we can break bread then, if you've got the time...

I'll make the time. :)

And yeah, I won't ditch MDJAK for a ride in a helicopter this time..


Yeah, left me crying and hanging on to the chopper's skid, begging to go for a ride. Then told the pilot to ditch me in the East River. You rat. :lol:
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[cosworth]

I left you in good hands. ;)

[MDJAK]

I left you in good hands. ;)

I won't touch that with a ten-foot pole. :lol:
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[SuzyView]

I can't come up this time, but will try next year. I am going to the one in Va, at the Fair Oaks Mall because I have commitments, even on that day I must attend. But I wish I could go and hang out with you guys. Why does Chinese New Year have to be in winter?

[LeesaB]

I'll make the time. :)




I look forward to it. :)

[Calzinger]

You guys are all clowns! :D

Then again, I might be a clown too, as I'm in my engineering graphics class now and I'm watching the professor struggle to get CAD to boot. Sweet, only three more hours to go... :(

[GaoLGT]

I will be coming home from college for the weekend. I might have to go to this, the 70-200 f/4 L is coming in this week, just spent the new years money on that, seriously no joke. :). I actually grew up in Chinatown, only thing is the weather and parking.

[Skrim17]

Parking is a pain in general but on a sunday you might be able to park uptown and take a train down. I will be taking the ferry in from Jersey if I attend, I LOVE the ferry!

[nicksan]

I took the day off from work on Tuesday.
I'll be there in some capacity, with the wife, without the wife, whatever.

What time you guys intend to be there?

I know it's going to be pretty crappy out there so I'm not sure what that will do to the event.

This will be my first time at such an event so I have no idea what to expect, much less what gear to bring. (I've only got one body, so I guess lens choices...)

The parade starts at 11am at Battery Park, and ends at City Hall. It winds through Broadway, the section of Canyon of Heroes. Hmmm maybe we can meet over there?

Mark, you have enough money to buy the whole Giants team two D3s each. Play hooky!

[Calzinger]

I took the day off from work on Tuesday.
I'll be there in some capacity, with the wife, without the wife, whatever.

What time you guys intend to be there?

I know it's going to be pretty crappy out there so I'm not sure what that will do to the event.

This will be my first time at such an event so I have no idea what to expect, much less what gear to bring. (I've only got one body, so I guess lens choices...)
I'm actually going to have to make my attendance tentative, all depends on the weather. I would be bringing my 70-200 2.8L, but then again, that is actually the only lens I own.

[nicksan]

Do you think that would be enough length? I guess it depends where you can situate yourself.

I've got the 100-400L and 70-200 f4IS to choose from. I'm leaning towards the 70-200 because of the weather.

I'll probably bring my 24-105 as well.

I guess it'll be a good opportunity to test my 1D MKIII in less than idea weather conditions.

Any tips for shooting in the rain? Like any home made covers (plastic bags, etc) to cover the gear?

I'm actually going to have to make my attendance tentative, all depends on the weather. I would be bringing my 70-200 2.8L, but then again, that is actually the only lens I own.

[Skrim17]

any plastic bag with a rubber band holding it to the lens should do, you can also use the hood to hold the bag on.

[nicksan]

Cool, thanks for the tip.
Although the MKIII + 70-200 should be a weather sealed combo, I'm not going to take any chances of course!

Any chance the rain will convince people to stay home?

Nahhhhhhh...:lol:

any plastic bag with a rubber band holding it to the lens should do, you can also use the hood to hold the bag on.

[Skrim17]

If it is too wet come to the Chinatown meet on Sunday.

[nicksan]

Maybe...let me see if I can come up with some good excuses so I can make it on that list.:D

If it is too wet come to the Chinatown meet on Sunday.

[shomat]

The 10-day forecast says rain/snow showers for Sunday. It's a good thing those forecasts are usually wrong (knock on wood).

[GaoLGT]

hopefully it doesn't rain, looking forward to this. Too bad the 40D is not 100% sealed.

[Calzinger]

Do you think that would be enough length? I guess it depends where you can situate yourself.

I've got the 100-400L and 70-200 f4IS to choose from. I'm leaning towards the 70-200 because of the weather.

I'll probably bring my 24-105 as well.

I guess it'll be a good opportunity to test my 1D MKIII in less than idea weather conditions.

Any tips for shooting in the rain? Like any home made covers (plastic bags, etc) to cover the gear?
Yeah, you might want all the speed you can get if it's heavily overcast. If you're on in front of the crowd, you shouldn't need anything too long, might even find the 70-200 too long. Then again, I'm on a crop camera so my 70mm appears longer than it would on your 1D. The 24-105 and 100-400 might be a good set to bring if you don't mind bringing it all.

As much as I'd like it to clear up for Sunday, overcast skies should really help a neutral exposure bring out the color of the parade. We should keep an eye on the forecast as someone said, a predicting the weather six days in advance is ridiculous.

[nicksan]

I might be able to swing the 100-400, 70-200 and 24-105.
I was at the Bronx zoo this weekend with the 35L, 16-35L, 70-200 and 100-400 and I was OK so.

I am figuring arriving around 9:30am-10am.
Just want to get an idea of where to situate myself. I know it's from Battery Part to Chambers street right? I guess I am looking for somewhere where there might be some space somewhere, even beyond the sidewalk...this way I can stay away from the very front of the crowd, and use my 100-400 from a bit further away.

I guess I just need to get there and figure it all out. (Including the much important scouting of where the nearest rest room is!)

Do you actually need a ticket to get to the ceremony at City Hall? Or is it first come first serve?

Yeah, you might want all the speed you can get if it's heavily overcast. If you're on in front of the crowd, you shouldn't need anything too long, might even find the 70-200 too long. Then again, I'm on a crop camera so my 70mm appears longer than it would on your 1D. The 24-105 and 100-400 might be a good set to bring if you don't mind bringing it all.

As much as I'd like it to clear up for Sunday, overcast skies should really help a neutral exposure bring out the color of the parade. We should keep an eye on the forecast as someone said, a predicting the weather six days in advance is ridiculous.

[LeesaB]

I'll take 10 keepers any day of the week. I've gone out more times than I can count, shot close to 8 gigs or more, and wound up with no keepers.

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Your crazy...Your shots are awesome...I'll be your "non keepers" are awesome and we're missing out seeing some awesome shots!

Give us and yourself a break...POST THEM! :D

[Double Negative]

Damn, I wish I could make this meet. I'll be close though, making a run to JFK. :(

Let me verify what time I have to be at JFK, maybe this'll work out after all.

[Kadath]

I teach Tuesday nights so no making that for me either, why o why couldnt the parade be WEDNESDAY! =(

[cosworth]

Ok so who's down with a couple shots Saturday? Monday? Sunday morning?

[DVS_WiNdz]

hopefully it doesn't rain, looking forward to this. Too bad the 40D is not 100% sealed.

If I remember correctly.. it rained the last 2 chinese new year.. lets hope it doesn't this year.

[MDJAK]

Cool, thanks for the tip.
Although the MKIII + 70-200 should be a weather sealed combo, I'm not going to take any chances of course!

Any chance the rain will convince people to stay home?

Nahhhhhhh...:lol:

Rain, shmain, who cares if it rains. I use my camera and lenses in the rain all the time. Nothing untoward has ever happened.

And real men don't use umbrellas. :lol:
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[ooo]

I might be up for Saturday. Sunday morning I should definitely be free. I might be around Chinatown early.

I'm wishing I didn't sell my 28-135 for a 17-40L right now. I have a feeling I might need the range and my sigma lens is a little slow with AF =(.

[BottomBracket]

Chris, Nick, and others taking pictures of the parade, here's my deal for tomorrow. I have a PTA meeting up to 10, maybe 10:30, after which I will be free. The thing is, the streets will be packed by then, as there will be tons of people attending the parade. I suggest that you go ahead so you can get a great vantage point at the Canton of Heroes and hold your position. Bring an ipod or something to while away the time. What time will you guys be there anywhere?

[BottomBracket]

I might be up for Saturday. Sunday morning I should definitely be free. I might be around Chinatown early.

I'm wishing I didn't sell my 28-135 for a 17-40L right now. I have a feeling I might need the range and my sigma lens is a little slow with AF =(.

ooo I will be using my 17-40 most of the time on Sunday.

[nicksan]

Chris, Nick, and others taking pictures of the parade, here's my deal for tomorrow. I have a PTA meeting up to 10, maybe 10:30, after which I will be free. The thing is, the streets will be packed by then, as there will be tons of people attending the parade. I suggest that you go ahead so you can get a great vantage point at the Canton of Heroes and hold your position. Bring an ipod or something to while away the time. What time will you guys be there anywhere?

Any suggestion as to where along Broadway?
I am thinking either close to the starting point at Bowling Green, the Merrill Lynch Bull, or perhaps by the Trinity Church? Not sure...never been to one of these.

I'm definitely skipping city hall. Apparently they have a lottory system of getting in the immediate area. That ended at 7pm. Oh well...that area is probably going to be PACKED!!!

They are going to hold a ceremony at Giants Stadium, which I am more interested in attending. There are conflicting reports of the start time. It's either 2:30pm or 4pm.

I wouldn't mind ditching the parade entirely and going to Giants Stadium.

Decision, decisions!

[Skrim17]

I never understood PTA meetings during the day, don't most folks work?

[ooo]

That's why there are 2 sessions for PTA meetings. The afternoon one is for kids to have half a day off. Of course it isn't really a break because they fear what the teacher might say to their parents =).

[nicksan]

I decided to situate myself at the Merrill Lynch Bull by Bowling Green. There's a Burger King and Starbucks there for "pit stops"! I'm shooting for 8:30am-9am.

They changed the Giants Stadium gig to 2:30pm, so I won't even bother...it's the NY Giants afterall!;)

I'll probably skip City Hall...probably not worth it from the street level with all those people. Actually depending how things go I might walk to City Hall...just to see how big the crowd is, then I am outta there!

Just want to participate in the celebration and get a few snaps in the process. I guess I should go there to celebrate and not take the shooting part too seriously!

[shomat]

Ok so who's down with a couple shots Saturday? Monday? Sunday morning?

No can do for Saturday. Might be able to make a Sunday morning pre-parade shoot. Monday unfortunately brings work, but maybe Monday evening...

[tumana]

So who's going to be out photographing in NYC on Tuesday?

[DVS_WiNdz]

I might bump into you guys tomorrow.. since I go to school and work near there.. I guess I'll be walking around to see if I spot any of you guys during my break :D

[tumana]

I'll be there tomorrow with family and wouldn't mind separating from them for a while to meet up with POTNers. I kinda want to meet a couple of you in person so I can put a face to the name (and great photos).

Maybe we can exchange cell phone numbers (in private via messages) to find one another in the crowd.

[MischiefK9s]

Wow, I can't believe my luck. We are flying into NYC on Feb 8th and will be there for the parade (I didn't know about it until this post). We are staying at the La Quinta Manhattan,17 West 32nd Street. Will we be in the general area of the parade? I'm renting the Sigma 10-20mm so that should be perfect for close-ups.

We are flying in for the dog show at the garden Monday and Tuesday. Hadn't made definite sight-seeing plans for the weekend though - except for a couple of hours at B&H :), and a Broadway show.

Any other big events going on this weekend that we should try to see?