Scott Kelby's August 23 Photowalk [Archive] - Canon Digital Photography Forums

staciecd

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 09:04

Scott Kelby is holding the first ever, world-wide photowalk on Saturday, August 23, 2008!

http://www.photoshopuser.com/photowalk/ (sitemay be up and down for the first few days)

I’ll be leading the Baltimore group around Fells Point. But there over 100+ cities that will be announced, so one should be close to you!

This should be an exciting event, not to mention my first photowalk! Looking forward to seeing friends and meeting a ton of new photographers in Baltimore. Sign up at the official site.

Roy Mathers

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 09:13

Twenty-five American cities and two European cities - hardly worldwide! (A bit like the 'World' Series!);)

staciecd

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 09:20

Twenty-five American cities and two European cities - hardly worldwide! (A bit like the 'World' Series!);)

Someone mentioned that on Scott's blog. I think that more cities are being added. Or you can sign up to lead one in your area.

Stacie :-)

Vetteography

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 09:39

The site is down for now. Can someone link me to his blog?

[Edit] Nevermind, Google owns me.

Kadath

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 16:35

In, probly for NYC.

OdiN1701

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 18:53

What no Denver?

mattograph

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 20:51

Whats a photowalk?

BurBunny

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 20:54

What no Denver?

Probably because, with the DNC starting here on the 25th, the city will be a mess that weekend.

SuzyView

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 21:01

Sounds like fun. Anyone in DC area going? I'd like to do it.

ToferPhotography

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 21:24

Tucson should be fun!

shomat

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 21:25

Looks interesting. I read through the Terms & Conditions a little and they seemed fine, but I am no lawyer. Is there anything funny in there?

krb

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 22:54

Tried to register for the DC walk and I got an error "cannot link user to that event". I noticed that the drop-down to select city wasn't pointed to anything so I changed it to DC but now it says "email address already in use."

Don't know if it's a bug or if there was a problem because the DC walk is full, but I'd advise anybody else registering to make sure the city is selected before clicking the submit button in case it is a bug in their registration system.

SHULTSIE!!!

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 23:44

Ditto... I see at least 36 registered for the DC walk. Anyone have a solution or a shortcut?

Tried to register for the DC walk and I got an error "cannot link user to that event". I noticed that the drop-down to select city wasn't pointed to anything so I changed it to DC but now it says "email address already in use."

Don't know if it's a bug or if there was a problem because the DC walk is full, but I'd advise anybody else registering to make sure the city is selected before clicking the submit button in case it is a bug in their registration system.

SHULTSIE!!!

28th of July 2008 (Mon), 23:48

Disregard... Registered... Hopefully I don't have to work that day...

tmonatr

29th of July 2008 (Tue), 00:02

Twenty-five American cities and two European cities - hardly worldwide! (A bit like the 'World' Series!);)
How about the World's Best Wedding Photographers? (http://www.popphoto.com/americanphotofeatures/5260/top-10-wedding-photographers-2008.html):)

krb

29th of July 2008 (Tue), 00:05

Ditto... I see at least 36 registered for the DC walk. Anyone have a solution or a shortcut?
I'm guessing you did the same as me: used a different email address.

See you there if you're not working that day.

Zonieart

29th of July 2008 (Tue), 00:12

Tucson should be fun!

I'm in for Tucson!

Roy Mathers

29th of July 2008 (Tue), 05:42

How about the World's Best Wedding Photographers? (http://www.popphoto.com/americanphotofeatures/5260/top-10-wedding-photographers-2008.html):)

That's a classic! I've travelled all over the US and one of the things that amuses me is how often I come across place (usually in the sticks) that proclaim themselves 'World Famous', when no-one outside the State has ever heard of them!:)

Killjoy

29th of July 2008 (Tue), 10:25

I'll be doing a different walk that day.
I'll be strolling down Main Street with Mickey. :p

SHULTSIE!!!

29th of July 2008 (Tue), 12:30

Yep...

I'm guessing you did the same as me: used a different email address.

See you there if you're not working that day.

staciecd

30th of July 2008 (Wed), 13:10

Hello all!

Thanks to those who have signed up. If you haven't, my suggestion would be to do it soon - Baltimore and DC are already full.

Stacie

FlyingPhotog

30th of July 2008 (Wed), 13:12

+1 for Tucson, AZ...

CoolToolGuy

30th of July 2008 (Wed), 14:47

Twenty-five American cities and two European cities - hardly worldwide! (A bit like the 'World' Series!);)

Well, my friend, you should pony up and lead the one in your town to help the cause! ;)

Every year, there is a golf tournament in your neck of the woods that those Oh-So-Traditional Brits refer to as "The Open Championship" and confer on the winner the title of "Champion Golfer of The Year" - just as presumptive, in my mind. . . :rolleyes:

Have Fun,

Roy Mathers

30th of July 2008 (Wed), 18:40

Well, my friend, you should pony up and lead the one in your town to help the cause! ;)

Every year, there is a golf tournament in your neck of the woods that those Oh-So-Traditional Brits refer to as "The Open Championship" and confer on the winner the title of "Champion Golfer of The Year" - just as presumptive, in my mind. . . :rolleyes:

Have Fun,

It has nothing to do with we 'Oh-so-traditional Brits' as you patronisingly refer to us. It's called the British Open Championship, in the same way that the event in America is called the US Open Championship and the one in Australia is called the Australian Open Championship etc. They are all called 'Open' because they are open to golfers from all over the world - unlike your World Series which, I believe, is competed for by two neighbouring countries. If you wish to be rude to us 'oh-so-traditional Brits', you should make sure your facts are right.

By the way, the word is 'presumptuous' not 'presumptive'.

CoolToolGuy

30th of July 2008 (Wed), 20:44

It has nothing to do with we 'Oh-so-traditional Brits' as you patronisingly refer to us. It's called the British Open Championship, in the same way that the event in America is called the US Open Championship and the one in Australia is called the Australian Open Championship etc. They are all called 'Open' because they are open to golfers from all over the world - unlike your World Series which, I believe, is competed for by two neighbouring countries. If you wish to be rude to us 'oh-so-traditional Brits', you should make sure your facts are right.

http://www.opengolf.com/ChampionshipGolf/TheOpenChampionship.aspx

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Open_Championship

They are - ain't no "British" in that name anywhere ;)

I was not being patronizing - rather affectionate, actually. I love my Norton Commando Roadster, and part of it is the unabashed traditional techniques followed by the Brits.

But please, don't infer that Americans have a corner on over-emphasizing the importance of their sporting events. :rolleyes:

Have Fun,

Poaceae

30th of July 2008 (Wed), 23:02

Stacie, Used to spend a lot of time in Fells Point when I lived in Baltimore. If you take a picture of the Cat's Eye and John Stevens, please post them.

Roy Mathers

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 05:09

http://www.opengolf.com/ChampionshipGolf/TheOpenChampionship.aspx

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Open_Championship

They are - ain't no "British" in that name anywhere ;)

I was not being patronizing - rather affectionate, actually. I love my Norton Commando Roadster, and part of it is the unabashed traditional techniques followed by the Brits.

But please, don't infer that Americans have a corner on over-emphasizing the importance of their sporting events. :rolleyes:

Have Fun,

I think you are also a bit too touchy about it. I have many many American friends ( go there every year) and, without exception, they too laugh at the silliness of calling it the 'World' Series. There may be no country's name in front of 'Open' golf officially any more but the competition, you will acknowledge, is called British Open, US Open etc, and it is open to players from all over the world, not just USA and Canada.

My original comment of a couple of days ago was meant as a joke, but it obviously struck a nerve with you.

tmonatr

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 05:26

My original comment of a couple of days ago was meant as a joke, but it obviously struck a nerve with you.
Personally, as an American, I find it funny also. BUT, there are certain subjects you don't joke about. Case in point: ANY comments regarding the International House of Pancakes will be interpreted as an act of war.:mad:

Roy Mathers

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 05:36

I wouldn't dare - I've eaten in IHOP many times (but only in America):D

CoolToolGuy

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 09:42

My original comment of a couple of days ago was meant as a joke, but it obviously struck a nerve with you.

Just a little playful ribbing among members of the truly world-wide POTN community.

But to go back on topic, it would probably help the cause to have representation on the Photo Walk from Hertfordshire, don't you think? You're already there - how about it?

Have Fun,

Roy Mathers

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 09:51

I wouldn't consider myself qualified to lead such a group. I would, however, be interested in joining such a group.

scotthidley

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 10:00

I'd love to go on the Portland one, but as Lufthansa just cancelled my flight and has no options for me at the moment, I doubt I'll have the chance.

staciecd

31st of July 2008 (Thu), 12:24

So, cooltoolguy, did you sign up?

I love John Stevens! I'll try to get a picture of both.

Stacie

mattograph

1st of August 2008 (Fri), 14:56

In for Cincinnati.....

CoolToolGuy

3rd of August 2008 (Sun), 23:47

So, cooltoolguy, did you sign up?

I love John Stevens! I'll try to get a picture of both.

Stacie

No, Stacie, I missed that sign-up. Good luck with it.

Have Fun,

mattograph

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 00:48

Just a bump to see who else is walkin'

FlyingPhotog

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 02:11

Just a bump to see who else is walkin'

Damn, glad you resurected this thread.

I'm in for Tucson, AZ but completely forgot to write in on my calendar...

Thanks! :D

mattograph

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 12:54

Damn, glad you resurected this thread.

I'm in for Tucson, AZ but completely forgot to write in on my calendar...

Thanks! :D

Damn, fly, you just walkin?

Your officer material, man. You should be leading!!!!

Now drop and give me 20!

FlyingPhotog

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 14:17

Damn, fly, you just walkin?

Your officer material, man. You should be leading!!!!

Now drop and give me 20!

The "funny" thing is, after signing up for Tucson, they added Phoenix... :confused:

Which of course, is now full. I guess maybe I should have either volunteered to lead PHX or at least held out for a little while 'till PHX went on the board.

Oh well. Tucson is more photogenic anyway... :)

(Thanks for the "Officer" comment .. appreciate the compliment)

mattograph

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 14:53

The "funny" thing is, after signing up for Tucson, they added Phoenix... :confused:

Which of course, is now full. I guess maybe I should have either volunteered to lead PHX or at least held out for a little while 'till PHX went on the board.

Oh well. Tucson is more photogenic anyway... :)

(Thanks for the "Officer" comment .. appreciate the compliment)

The same thing happened to me. I am going to Cincinnati, then Louisville opened up. The cool thing is the the king of the weddings (and a devoted Canon man) David Ziser is leading pig city -- so I stand to learn a lot.

Which is nice.:)

TheHoff

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 15:01

Anyone else going to Vancouver's?

DozerLYP

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 15:19

I'll be going to the one in Fort Lauderdale. One more week to go...

pennypue

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 15:33

The same thing happened to me. I am going to Cincinnati, then Louisville opened up. The cool thing is the the king of the weddings (and a devoted Canon man) David Ziser is leading pig city -- so I stand to learn a lot.

Which is nice.:)It's full and I'm just a n00b.

Can I come with you and be your Gear Beotch?:D

Roy Mathers

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 15:41

What's a 'Beotch'?

wyntrsnyte

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 16:51

Roy - It's a slang way of saying b-itch, intended to mean the "beotch" will be the grunt doing all of the dirty work for someone else. :-)

Anyone on here signed up for any of the NY walks? I just stumbled on this post today and all are full except for Coney Island, which is too far for a Jersey girl like me. I was hopin' someone might know if I could squeeze into one of the other walks in Manhattan?

Roy Mathers

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 16:59

Thank you wyntrsnyte - wouldn't it be easier just to say 'bitch'? - you wouldn't have to translate it then! :)

wyntrsnyte

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 17:26

Roy Mathers

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 17:38

In that case, we should call you lady and not bitch or beotch!:)

krb

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 17:53

You're welcome. Here in the states they are used interchangeably. I am by no means an expert on American lexicon so I cannot say which is easier/more widely used. As a lady, though, I appreciate the use of beotch. :-)Meaning is obviously the same. One is just a more phonetic spelling of how some people say it, i.e Snoop Dogg.

mattograph

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 20:52

It's full and I'm just a n00b.

Can I come with you and be your Gear Beotch?:D

It would be my pleasure. Of course, if I am bringing an assistant, I am sure my utter lack of talent my cause some to wonder why you don't have anything better to do with your time! :)

What's a 'Beotch'?

This has many translations -- the most common of which would be "one who performs services for money."

If you get my drift.......

ToferPhotography

16th of August 2008 (Sat), 21:49

Anyone else going to Vancouver's?

That would be a nice walk (weather permitting!)

Lunajen

17th of August 2008 (Sun), 22:26

I am in the Nashville photowalk. I am thinking of renting a lens for it, we are shooting at 7:00 pm and I want a wide angle or a fish eye; which I currently do not own. ;)

mattograph

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 13:33

Last bump.

Hope you got your walking shoes on!

DozerLYP

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 13:50

yep, tomorrow is the big walk, I can't wait.

mattograph

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 14:01

Posting this as much for my own reference tonight as well as for any comment.....

What I am taking tomorrow:

40D w/grip
3 cards
70-200mm
10-22mm
580 EX II (extra batteries)
Single set skyports
Epson P3000

All in a stacked Toploader 75.....

Anyone else geared up yet?

TheHoff

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 14:02

HenryWphoto

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 14:42

did anyone here sign up for Hollywood, CA?

krb

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 14:47

Oh yea it is tomorrow! A walk around the city for a few hours on Saturday is what I normally do so no, I'm not getting ready yet.

So are you supposed to stick with the group of 50 or will people be splitting off?
Per the email from my local organizer/leader, "This is a photowalk, not a parade so don't feel that you have to always stick with the main crowd. Walk and shoot at your own pace and enjoy the experience."

I would assume the same applies to your local walk.

mattograph

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 14:52

Oh yea it is tomorrow! A walk around the city for a few hours on Saturday is what I normally do so no, I'm not getting ready yet.

So are you supposed to stick with the group of 50 or will people be splitting off?

I am sure its pretty flexible. I plan on sticking tight to our leader, David Ziser, cause he's a stud with the environmental portrait.

TheHoff

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 15:11

I am sure its pretty flexible. I plan on sticking tight to our leader, David Ziser, cause he's a stud with the environmental portrait.

I just looked up the Vancouver leader and he has a popular blog and a strong portfolio... so it may be interesting for a bit.

puggle

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 23:12

mattograph

22nd of August 2008 (Fri), 23:31

I'll be attending the Coney Island, Brooklyn NY photowalk! I'm looking forward to it.

Here's what I'm bringing:

5D
EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L
EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye
EF 135mm f/2.0 L
Kenko Extension tubes
Canon Backpack
Two 4GB CF cards
Epson P3000 (for chimping!)
...and a smile!

As I was sitting here looking at my gear, it occurred to me that this would be an awesome time to be carrying the 135. I bet you get some sweet shots with it.

tsw910

23rd of August 2008 (Sat), 03:05

i am with the chinatown NYC walk ... thats alot of gear to carry Puggle ..

i am just going to bring my trusty 24-70

bryanj87

23rd of August 2008 (Sat), 18:19

Where's the pics? :)

mattograph

23rd of August 2008 (Sat), 18:21

LR is still chewing on em. We got some awesome stuff in cincinnati -- unfortunately, none of it was mine!

TheHoff

23rd of August 2008 (Sat), 19:07

Started a thread here:

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=557647

Mine will go in soon... I ended up sticking with only one prime for the day.

Analog6

23rd of August 2008 (Sat), 19:11

Mine was cancelled - the team l;eader pulled out and snet me an email that I could join the Brisbane one! 240km round trip, I just didn't have the time for that. I was very disappointed. Next time I'll see if I can get to be a team leader, then I KNOW I'll get to join in. Look forward to the photos

Kadath

24th of August 2008 (Sun), 20:47

NYC Chinatown pool is filling up now:
http://www.flickr.com/groups/scott-kelbys-worldwide-photowalk-new-york-city-chinatown/pool/

My personal set is here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kadath/sets/72157606930531238/

Edit: added my stuff to Hoff's new thread

krb

26th of August 2008 (Tue), 13:27

My shots from the Alexandria (Washington, DC) morning walk are at http://www.flickr.com/photos/29833493@N05/

I had a great time on the walk and met some nice people.

For those who are interested in statistics:
- everybody was using an SLR except for one guy with a G9
- seemed to be a 50/50 mix of canon vs nikon.
- the only camera that wasn't a canon or nikon was carried by the guy rocking it old school: http://www.flickr.com/photos/29845872@N03/2798979582/in/pool-scott-kelbys-worldwide-photowalk-dc_morning (not my pic)