Another Arizona POTN get together (2)?

[jbdavies]

haha...uhhh
Just let me know. ;) lol

[disneydork06]

Just let me know. ;) lol
lol, don't want to but might have to. we shall see

[jbdavies]

lol, don't want to but might have to. we shall see
Haha, yeah... and I'm not sure when/if I'll have the money anyways. :p

Good times, eh? :lol:

[disneydork06]

Haha, yeah... and I'm not sure when/if I'll have the money anyways. :p

Good times, eh? :lol:
haha, always :-D

[Hatch1921]

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[Homedad]

hello....New guy here....

Is there a place to go for just Az. stuff ?????

[macroshooter1970]

hello....New guy here....

Is there a place to go for just Az. stuff ?????


what stuff are you looking for?

[jbdavies]

hello....New guy here....

Is there a place to go for just Az. stuff ?????
You found it. :D

Welcome. :) Got any sample shots, or a gallery we can snoop around? ;)

[Homedad]

You found it. :D

Welcome. :) Got any sample shots, or a gallery we can snoop around? ;)

I am a complete idiot when it comes to photog stuff.....

BUT.....and a big "but"......

My oldest brother is a professional photographer in Nebraska....

He just spent a week here in town at my house and said I HAVE to come to this site and offer myself to you guys because of what I do.....

I am an off-road driving instructor....Yup...that's really a job....

Well....after taking my brother all over the desert for photos he said I have to take you guys out and start a new business getting photographers were they didn't think it's posible to get....

I drive a 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser and run a local (non)club here in town....

I am trained in desert survival and have over 20 years experience getting people to places they thought were off limits to the average Joe....

What I propose is to take any of you guys out to see old mining towns/indian ruins/petrogliphs or anything else you may be interested in seeing/shooting.....Make ya' a meal....hang for the perfect shot....and camp or get you home at the end of the day....

If you have a spot on a map you want to go...but there's no way for you to get there....I'm your guy!!!!

AZFJ.org is were I hang out.....I'm "Homedad" there too.....I am a 45 year old stay-home-dad of two adopted kids.....My wife owns her own business too.....

If I don't sound like a complete retard....PM me or post up with any ideas....

This was my brothers idea...not mine... ;)

But I might be able to get you guys the shot you're not gonna' get anywere else....

This is my "bucket".....as you can see....I'm an off roader....not a photographer:lol:

http://www.azfj.org/modules/coppermine/albums/userpics/10098/100_1344.jpeg

[jbdavies]

I am a complete idiot when it comes to photog stuff.....

BUT.....and a big "but"......

My oldest brother is a professional photographer in Nebraska....

He just spent a week here in town at my house and said I HAVE to come to this site and offer myself to you guys because of what I do.....

I am an off-road driving instructor....Yup...that's really a job....

Well....after taking my brother all over the desert for photos he said I have to take you guys out and start a new business getting photographers were they didn't think it's posible to get....

I drive a 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser and run a local (non)club here in town....

I am trained in desert survival and have over 20 years experience getting people to places they thought were off limits to the average Joe....

What I propose is to take any of you guys out to see old mining towns/indian ruins/petrogliphs or anything else you may be interested in seeing/shooting.....Make ya' a meal....hang for the perfect shot....and camp or get you home at the end of the day....

If you have a spot on a map you want to go...but there's no way for you to get there....I'm your guy!!!!

AZFJ.org is were I hang out.....I'm "Homedad" there too.....I am a 45 year old stay-home-dad of two adopted kids.....My wife owns her own business too.....

If I don't sound like a complete retard....PM me or post up with any ideas....

This was my brothers idea...not mine... ;)

But I might be able to get you guys the shot you're not gonna' get anywere else....

This is my "bucket".....as you can see....I'm an off roader....not a photographer:lol:

http://www.azfj.org/modules/coppermine/albums/userpics/10098/100_1344.jpeg
:shock: There's such a thing as an off-road instructor?! :D That's so awesome! I love off-roading. I try not to do it too much because my durango doesn't like it much. :p lol

That's cool that you do this. Soo... if someone was to ask for your expertise... how much would it run? Do you have different packages?

[azpix]

I am a complete idiot when it comes to photog stuff.....

BUT.....and a big "but"......

My oldest brother is a professional photographer in Nebraska....

He just spent a week here in town at my house and said I HAVE to come to this site and offer myself to you guys because of what I do.....

I am an off-road driving instructor....Yup...that's really a job....

Well....after taking my brother all over the desert for photos he said I have to take you guys out and start a new business getting photographers were they didn't think it's posible to get....

I drive a 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser and run a local (non)club here in town....

I am trained in desert survival and have over 20 years experience getting people to places they thought were off limits to the average Joe....

What I propose is to take any of you guys out to see old mining towns/indian ruins/petrogliphs or anything else you may be interested in seeing/shooting.....Make ya' a meal....hang for the perfect shot....and camp or get you home at the end of the day....

If you have a spot on a map you want to go...but there's no way for you to get there....I'm your guy!!!!

AZFJ.org is were I hang out.....I'm "Homedad" there too.....I am a 45 year old stay-home-dad of two adopted kids.....My wife owns her own business too.....

If I don't sound like a complete retard....PM me or post up with any ideas....

This was my brothers idea...not mine... ;)

But I might be able to get you guys the shot you're not gonna' get anywere else....

This is my "bucket".....as you can see....I'm an off roader....not a photographer:lol:

http://www.azfj.org/modules/coppermine/albums/userpics/10098/100_1344.jpeg


homedad,


welcome! do you know of any cool off the beaten path type of places you can throw at me. I like to take my quad to find cool places.

[Ursie]

I am a complete idiot when it comes to photog stuff.....

BUT.....and a big "but"......

My oldest brother is a professional photographer in Nebraska....

He just spent a week here in town at my house and said I HAVE to come to this site and offer myself to you guys because of what I do.....

I am an off-road driving instructor....Yup...that's really a job....

Well....after taking my brother all over the desert for photos he said I have to take you guys out and start a new business getting photographers were they didn't think it's posible to get....

I drive a 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser and run a local (non)club here in town....

I am trained in desert survival and have over 20 years experience getting people to places they thought were off limits to the average Joe....

What I propose is to take any of you guys out to see old mining towns/indian ruins/petrogliphs or anything else you may be interested in seeing/shooting.....Make ya' a meal....hang for the perfect shot....and camp or get you home at the end of the day....

If you have a spot on a map you want to go...but there's no way for you to get there....I'm your guy!!!!

AZFJ.org is were I hang out.....I'm "Homedad" there too.....I am a 45 year old stay-home-dad of two adopted kids.....My wife owns her own business too.....

If I don't sound like a complete retard....PM me or post up with any ideas....

This was my brothers idea...not mine... ;)

But I might be able to get you guys the shot you're not gonna' get anywere else....

This is my "bucket".....as you can see....I'm an off roader....not a photographer:lol:

http://www.azfj.org/modules/coppermine/albums/userpics/10098/100_1344.jpeg

Hey Homedad, welcome to the forum. That sounds like a cream o the crop kind of job to have. I'm sure lots o people need instructing as when my family and I are out quading, we see some pretty stupid moves happening.

I trust you carry lots of spare parts like drive trains and u-joints and the like.

I would certainly vote for posting what type of services and prices you offer hear on this site. This is where all the AZ people hang out. Although perhaps posting on Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Nevada might be a good idea too.

That 'bucket' is just what I was thinking I need so I can do exactly what you're talking about. The quad gets the gear all dusty. And me all wet and cold if the weather isn't cooperating.

[Homedad]

So you ask what I carry.....

I carry every possible thing you could ever need to survive for at least one week in the desert with no help or contact with the outside world....

I have every electronic gaget you could ever need....Multiple GPS/dvd/laptop/full survival gear/full recovery gear/food/water/camp/ and of course my trusty coffee pot!!!:p

I'm the guy that teaches people how to get there....and how to survive if all heck breaks loose....and you don't get there....

I am the guy that gets the call when someone does screw up, and the poor wife has to sit in the desert until someone else saves there butt....Then the wife say's something like "I ain't never going in that desert again until you figure out what the heck you're doing";)

When I'm done with you....you hope for a break-down just so you can practice what you learned!!!

BUT.....The reason I'm here on THIS site is....

1. I can take you folks out to places you never get to see...
2. I have enough people in my circle that I can take out 1-10 people anywere you want to go.....show me a spot on Google maps...and I'll find a way to get you there....
3. I can't find anyone else that offers such a service....
4. We might just all have one hell of a good time....
5. YOU might win that photo contest you've been after!!!
6. I already have found quite a few ruins and such that no one else has seen...let alone photoed....
7. You won't see any smog or pollution!!!

This is Gillette 20 minutes from town....not even "out there".....I can get you to some really neat places....

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c84/trouble2u/AZFJ/PB280028.jpg

This is the "training" course....

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c84/trouble2u/AZFJ/PB280031.jpg

[disneydork06]

I am a complete idiot when it comes to photog stuff.....

BUT.....and a big "but"......

My oldest brother is a professional photographer in Nebraska....

He just spent a week here in town at my house and said I HAVE to come to this site and offer myself to you guys because of what I do.....

I am an off-road driving instructor....Yup...that's really a job....

Well....after taking my brother all over the desert for photos he said I have to take you guys out and start a new business getting photographers were they didn't think it's posible to get....

I drive a 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser and run a local (non)club here in town....

I am trained in desert survival and have over 20 years experience getting people to places they thought were off limits to the average Joe....

What I propose is to take any of you guys out to see old mining towns/indian ruins/petrogliphs or anything else you may be interested in seeing/shooting.....Make ya' a meal....hang for the perfect shot....and camp or get you home at the end of the day....

If you have a spot on a map you want to go...but there's no way for you to get there....I'm your guy!!!!

AZFJ.org is were I hang out.....I'm "Homedad" there too.....I am a 45 year old stay-home-dad of two adopted kids.....My wife owns her own business too.....

If I don't sound like a complete retard....PM me or post up with any ideas....

This was my brothers idea...not mine... ;)

But I might be able to get you guys the shot you're not gonna' get anywere else....

This is my "bucket".....as you can see....I'm an off roader....not a photographer:lol:

http://www.azfj.org/modules/coppermine/albums/userpics/10098/100_1344.jpeg

:shock: There's such a thing as an off-road instructor?! :D That's so awesome! I love off-roading. I try not to do it too much because my durango doesn't like it much. :p lol

That's cool that you do this. Soo... if someone was to ask for your expertise... how much would it run? Do you have different packages?lol, i think jeremy found a career he would like :-)

Welcome homedad! I think those new FJs are interesting. when I was in high school I wanted to try and get a 70's fj40.
anyways, sounds like a trip one needs to take. so many place that would be fun to do with a drive.

[jbdavies]

So you ask what I carry.....

I carry every possible thing you could ever need to survive for at least one week in the desert with no help or contact with the outside world....

I have every electronic gaget you could ever need....Multiple GPS/dvd/laptop/full survival gear/full recovery gear/food/water/camp/ and of course my trusty coffee pot!!!:p

I'm the guy that teaches people how to get there....and how to survive if all heck breaks loose....and you don't get there....

I am the guy that gets the call when someone does screw up, and the poor wife has to sit in the desert until someone else saves there butt....Then the wife say's something like "I ain't never going in that desert again until you figure out what the heck you're doing";)

When I'm done with you....you hope for a break-down just so you can practice what you learned!!!

BUT.....The reason I'm here on THIS site is....

1. I can take you folks out to places you never get to see...
2. I have enough people in my circle that I can take out 1-10 people anywere you want to go.....show me a spot on Google maps...and I'll find a way to get you there....
3. I can't find anyone else that offers such a service....
4. We might just all have one hell of a good time....
5. YOU might win that photo contest you've been after!!!
6. I already have found quite a few ruins and such that no one else has seen...let alone photoed....
7. You won't see any smog or pollution!!!

This is Gillette 20 minutes from town....not even "out there".....I can get you to some really neat places....

This is the "training" course....


That's really cool looking. Got any prices? :D

lol, i think jeremy found a career he would like :-)
Hahaha! That would be fun, but I would have to get a different car... or just spend lots of money fixing up mine... :(

[disneydork06]

So you ask what I carry.....

I carry every possible thing you could ever need to survive for at least one week in the desert with no help or contact with the outside world....

I have every electronic gaget you could ever need....Multiple GPS/dvd/laptop/full survival gear/full recovery gear/food/water/camp/ and of course my trusty coffee pot!!!:p

I'm the guy that teaches people how to get there....and how to survive if all heck breaks loose....and you don't get there....

I am the guy that gets the call when someone does screw up, and the poor wife has to sit in the desert until someone else saves there butt....Then the wife say's something like "I ain't never going in that desert again until you figure out what the heck you're doing";)

When I'm done with you....you hope for a break-down just so you can practice what you learned!!!

BUT.....The reason I'm here on THIS site is....

1. I can take you folks out to places you never get to see...
2. I have enough people in my circle that I can take out 1-10 people anywere you want to go.....show me a spot on Google maps...and I'll find a way to get you there....
3. I can't find anyone else that offers such a service....
4. We might just all have one hell of a good time....
5. YOU might win that photo contest you've been after!!!
6. I already have found quite a few ruins and such that no one else has seen...let alone photoed....
7. You won't see any smog or pollution!!!

This is Gillette 20 minutes from town....not even "out there".....I can get you to some really neat places....

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c84/trouble2u/AZFJ/PB280028.jpg

This is the "training" course....

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c84/trouble2u/AZFJ/PB280031.jpgwow, you could totally market this to every person who ever visits our lovely state. If you make some pamphlets you can maybe get some added to the Glendale's visitors center.

[Homedad]

Sample shot of some indian ruins you won't see on the tourist packet....it's the Sierra Anches ruins by Cherry Creek....
http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t231/jonnie-wyo/CherryCreek/AZ1-198.jpg


I have not offered to take people out just for the "photo op"...That was my brothers idea....I just happened to like the idea....Hence me being here...

We can come up with a price everyone will like.....until it's a full blown business....then it'll be a million bucks;)

The off road training....that's a whole different story....about $250/person for a weekend.....

[jbdavies]

We can come up with a price everyone will like...
Free? ;) :lol:

The off road training....that's a whole different story....about $250/person for a weekend.....
Do you have to have an FJ?

[disneydork06]

Free? ;) :lol:

haha, that's what I was thinking...if you do the photo excursions for a business you should add a photographer who can help others with their cameras :-D so you have the official tourguide and photog

[jbdavies]

haha, that's what I was thinking...if you do the photo excursions for a business you should add a photographer who can help others with their cameras :-D so you have the official tourguide and photog
I volunteer. :p lol ;)

[jbdavies]

Ok 'Homedad', here's a more serious question.

What are your feelings about off-roading in the dark? Because the best light tends to be early morning and late afternoon, for photography. So, if you were to get to that "out there" place, it will probably take a while to get there. So you'd probably have to leave either early before the sun rises, or not get back till after the sun sets.

[Homedad]

Ok 'Homedad', here's a more serious question.

What are your feelings about off-roading in the dark? Because the best light tends to be early morning and late afternoon, for photography. So, if you were to get to that "out there" place, it will probably take a while to get there. So you'd probably have to leave either early before the sun rises, or not get back till after the sun sets.

I've run a night desert run every Friday night for the past six years(6:30pm every Friday at Table Mesa/I-17).....I understand that any photo trip would need to include early mornings or sunsets/moonrises.....http://www.azfj.org/index.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1610

For that I would suggest I take all my gear....you bring all your gear....

I take care of the "getting you there and back" you take care of your "shot".....I can make it as long a trip as you would like....I cook a mean steak over a campfire and breakfast to camp for!!!

I do own an FJ....And a Tundra....And have a bunch of buddies who drive FJ's also....this could be a bunch of fun for all involved....

Wheelin' in the comfort of a/c...unlike the "jeep/hummer" tours

I am active in the local FJ/Toyota community and taking one of you guys with me for a freebie would be no problem at all....Maybe you could get me some photos for my upcoming website;)

I'm just testing the water to see if you photog guys like the idea....

Here's a photo of the rig ready to head out into the wild....

And with each photo I post...You can plainly see photography ain't my forte':cool:

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z121/tibaal89/Misc%20FJ/100_5342.jpg

[jbdavies]

I've run a night desert run every Friday night for the past six years(6:30pm every Friday at Table Mesa/I-17).....I understand that any photo trip would need to include early mornings or sunsets/moonrises.....http://www.azfj.org/index.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1610

For that I would suggest I take all my gear....you bring all your gear....

I take care of the "getting you there and back" you take care of your "shot".....I can make it as long a trip as you would like....I cook a mean steak over a campfire and breakfast to camp for!!!

I do own an FJ....And a Tundra....And have a bunch of buddies who drive FJ's also....this could be a bunch of fun for all involved....

Wheelin' in the comfort of a/c...unlike the "jeep/hummer" tours

I am active in the local FJ/Toyota community and taking one of you guys with me for a freebie would be no problem at all....Maybe you could get me some photos for my upcoming website;)

I'm just testing the water to see if you photog guys like the idea....

Here's a photo of the rig ready to head out into the wild....

And with each photo I post...You can plainly see photography ain't my forte':cool:

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z121/tibaal89/Misc%20FJ/100_5342.jpg
Oh, ok. :D lol Just wondering.

This certainly sounds like a pretty fun thing. Where all do you go? Mostly southern Arizona, or do you go up north at all? I'm in Payson.

[Homedad]

Oh, ok. :D lol Just wondering.

This certainly sounds like a pretty fun thing. Where all do you go? Mostly southern Arizona, or do you go up north at all? I'm in Payson.

As soon as the temp hits 100 in the valley.....I'm north!!!

[jbdavies]

As soon as the temp hits 100 in the valley.....I'm north!!!
So pretty soon then? lol Where all do you go up north?

[disneydork06]

I've run a night desert run every Friday night for the past six years(6:30pm every Friday at Table Mesa/I-17).....I understand that any photo trip would need to include early mornings or sunsets/moonrises.....http://www.azfj.org/index.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1610

For that I would suggest I take all my gear....you bring all your gear....

I take care of the "getting you there and back" you take care of your "shot".....I can make it as long a trip as you would like....I cook a mean steak over a campfire and breakfast to camp for!!!

I do own an FJ....And a Tundra....And have a bunch of buddies who drive FJ's also....this could be a bunch of fun for all involved....

Wheelin' in the comfort of a/c...unlike the "jeep/hummer" tours

I am active in the local FJ/Toyota community and taking one of you guys with me for a freebie would be no problem at all....Maybe you could get me some photos for my upcoming website;)

I'm just testing the water to see if you photog guys like the idea....

Here's a photo of the rig ready to head out into the wild....

And with each photo I post...You can plainly see photography ain't my forte':cool:

we can help you with that :-) oh and I'm also in Glendale, many of use are spread out in the west and east valley. some in tucson and this person in payson :-P

[Homedad]

So pretty soon then? lol Where all do you go up north?

I was thinking JBDavies house:shock:

[Homedad]

we can help you with that :-) oh and I'm also in Glendale, many of use are spread out in the west and east valley. some in tucson and this person in payson :-P

Pick a Friday night and come with.....I'll keep a seat for ya'.....

Well it looks like I have officialy hijacked this thread!!! Sorry folks....

[disneydork06]

Pick a Friday night and come with.....I'll keep a seat for ya'.....

Well it looks like I have officialy hijacked this thread!!! Sorry folks....
sweet!
and you didn't hijack it...there's been a lot of talk that has gone on with this thread :-P it's our second :-D

[jbdavies]

I was thinking JBDavies house:shock:
Hahaha! There are quite a few good trails up here.

[disneydork06]

I was thinking JBDavies house:shock:
just be careful of his cat :cool::D:rolleyes:

[jbdavies]

just be careful of his cat :cool::D:rolleyes:
You can have it if you want. :D

[disneydork06]

You can have it if you want. :D
sorry, I believe I'm allergic :-) I stay away from cats

[jbdavies]

sorry, I believe I'm allergic :-) I stay away from cats
I used to be. Wish I still was.

[disneydork06]

I used to be. Wish I still was.
nice, you developed an immunity :-D

[jbdavies]

nice, you developed an immunity :-D
Unfortunately. I'd rather develop an immunity to all the other allergies. lol

[FlyingPhotog]

Happiness = Posting from your home computer with a cold Labatts Blue in hand!

Thank God Daytona is now in the rear view mirror for 2009.

Oh, and welcome Homedad. Looks like an interesting gig you've got there.

[jbdavies]

Happiness = Posting from your home computer with a cold Labatts Blue in hand!

Thank God Daytona is now in the rear view mirror for 2009.

Oh, and welcome Homedad. Looks like an interesting gig you've got there.
Welcome home Jay. :)

How long you home?

[Homedad]

sweet!
and you didn't hijack it...there's been a lot of talk that has gone on with this thread :-P it's our second :-D

Ya' think????
8,000+ posts.....Damn!!!!

You people need a mini forum just for this thread....

Oh...and sorry...I'll have to pass on the cat:D

I talked to my brother again....he said to get the official "Canon" dude to come on a run.....

I don't even know what that means:confused:

[FlyingPhotog]

Welcome home Jay. :)

How long you home?

Until around 8am Thursday then off to Fontana, CA.

Followed by Vegas and Atlanta then a couple of weeks off. The first due to the schedule and the second because it's Luke Airshow Weekend and I decided I'd rather go to that than Bristol, TN...

[FlyingPhotog]

Ya' think????
8,000+ posts.....Damn!!!!

Like the man said, it's actually 18,000 as we're on our second itteration...

Soon to be Ver 3.0 ;)

[Homedad]

Happiness = Posting from your home computer with a cold Labatts Blue in hand!

Thank God Daytona is now in the rear view mirror for 2009.

Oh, and welcome Homedad. Looks like an interesting gig you've got there.

You have 14,000 posts???????

I should buy you a beer.....I'll take you wheelin'...you take me flying.....

http://www.labatt.com/intro_assets/bottle.jpg

[jbdavies]

Until around 8am Thursday then off to Fontana, CA.

Followed by Vegas and Atlanta then a couple of weeks off. The first due to the schedule and the second because it's Luke Airshow Weekend and I decided I'd rather go to that than Bristol, TN...
Oh fun stuff!!

When is Luke again?

[FlyingPhotog]

Oh fun stuff!!

When is Luke again?

3/21 + 3/22 I think...

[jbdavies]

Ya' think????
8,000+ posts.....Damn!!!!

You people need a mini forum just for this thread....

Oh...and sorry...I'll have to pass on the cat:D

I talked to my brother again....he said to get the official "Canon" dude to come on a run.....

I don't even know what that means:confused:
Official canon dude? Well... we all shoot canon... so I'm not sure who the "official" one is. LOL

[jbdavies]

3/21 + 3/22 I think...
Coolio!! :D

When are the Blue Angels coming back to AZ?

[FlyingPhotog]

Coolio!! :D

When are the Blue Angels coming back to AZ?

Good question...

The Thunderbirds are the main attraction for Luke and AFAIK, there is no military demo team signed for Yuma the weekend before.

Shame they killed the airshow at Willie (they got the BAs just about every year) but it was becoming a silly affair with monster trucks and Robosauris, etc kind of mucking things up. Friday at Willie was great! Just go park outside the fence and shoot the practice day.

Wonder if I could do that at Luke?

[jbdavies]

Good question...

The Thunderbirds are the main attraction for Luke and AFAIK, there is no military demo team signed for Yuma the weekend before.

Shame they killed the airshow at Willie (they got the BAs just about every year) but it was becoming a silly affair with monster trucks and Robosauris, etc kind of mucking things up. Friday at Willie was great! Just go park outside the fence and shoot the practice day.

Wonder if I could do that at Luke?
Oooooh. Will the Thunderbirds be at Luke this year? They're pretty sweet to see too.

[disneydork06]

Happiness = Posting from your home computer with a cold Labatts Blue in hand!

Thank God Daytona is now in the rear view mirror for 2009.

Oh, and welcome Homedad. Looks like an interesting gig you've got there.hehe...welcome...home...dad :-P
anyways, welcome back! I myself have a coors light with me.

[jbdavies]

hehe...welcome...home...dad :-P
anyways, welcome back! I myself have a coors light with me.
I have bagels and strawberry cream cheese!! :D

[jbdavies]

Awwwwww! How cute!! I just got a Happy Birthday email from POTN. Home sweet home. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g18/jbdavies/be9663ef.png

[disneydork06]

Awwwwww! How cute!! I just got a Happy Birthday email from POTN. Home sweet home. http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g18/jbdavies/be9663ef.png
They're early! :-) so what are we doing for your birthday? heading to tempe and find some cute girls to photograph?

[disneydork06]

you need to practice using a flash somehow... :-)

[jbdavies]

They're early! :-) so what are we doing for your birthday? heading to tempe and find some cute girls to photograph?

you need to practice using a flash somehow... :-)
Well... I will be headed to Tempe... but for work. lol Not sure what all I'll do while down there. And yes, I really do need to work on using a flash. Depending on what happens this weekend, I might call a friend up and see what she's doing. Wanna help?

[disneydork06]

Well... I will be headed to Tempe... but for work. lol Not sure what all I'll do while down there. And yes, I really do need to work on using a flash. Depending on what happens this weekend, I might call a friend up and see what she's doing. Wanna help?sounds fun, sure!

[jbdavies]

sounds fun, sure!
Ok. :) I'll let you know what's gonna happen.

[disneydork06]

Ok. :) I'll let you know what's gonna happen.
sweet

[FlyingPhotog]

Anyone know if the Phoenix area has a "catch all" Circuit City?

Seems each market has closed all but one and that one lone store is handling the liquidations.

Don't figure I'll find anything dSLR-ish but I've seen some hellacious deals reported on G10s.

[jbdavies]

Anyone know if the Phoenix area has a "catch all" Circuit City?

Seems each market has closed all but one and that one lone store is handling the liquidations.

Don't figure I'll find anything dSLR-ish but I've seen some hellacious deals reported on G10s.
Nope. Just checked their website, no help at all.

[FlyingPhotog]

Nope. Just checked their website, no help at all.

Is their site even working? Didn't even think to try...

BTW, the POTUS will be in town on Tuesday and Wednesday if anyone feels like going AF1 hunting...

Don't know if he'll be at Sky Harbor or Luke however.

[jbdavies]

Is their site even working? Didn't even think to try...

BTW, the POTUS will be in town on Tuesday and Wednesday if anyone feels like going AF1 hunting...

Don't know if he'll be at Sky Harbor or Luke however.
It does work, but it comes up with a note saying they're screwed.

I thought he was already back in D.C.?

[FlyingPhotog]

It does work, but it comes up with a note saying they're screwed.

I thought he was already back in D.C.?

He's flying to Denver tomorrow to sign the "Porkulous Bill" then coming down to the valley.

I guess some changes won't be forthcoming however as there will still be a 30-mile diameter Flight Restriction in place.

[jbdavies]

He's flying to Denver tomorrow to sign the "Porkulous Bill" then coming down to the valley.

I guess some changes won't be forthcoming however as there will still be a 30-mile diameter Flight Restriction in place.
Hahaha! Porkulous. That would be sweet to see. I've never seen anything like that before. Last time when Pres. Bush was in Phoenix, I was in the valley but headed home right before he got there. Freaken sucked.

[disneydork06]

Is their site even working? Didn't even think to try...

BTW, the POTUS will be in town on Tuesday and Wednesday if anyone feels like going AF1 hunting...

Don't know if he'll be at Sky Harbor or Luke however.
the news said sky harbor...

[FlyingPhotog]

the news said sky harbor...

Thanks Ryan...

Mebbe I'll head down to Tempe Town lake and see if I can bag some shots while it's on final (if they're landing from the East on Tuesday PM)

ETA: One quick Pelican edit tonite:
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109279887/original.jpg
40D / 300 / 1.4X .. 1/1500 @ f/5.6 ISO 100

[joeb1]

Oooooh. Will the Thunderbirds be at Luke this year? They're pretty sweet to see too.

All the info is here.

http://www.luke.af.mil/openhouse2009/index.asp

[FlyingPhotog]

That's a quality lineup...

If the F16 + Armament display is done like I think they'll do it, it's a great UWA photo op.

They basically lay a symetrical pattern of everything it can carry in a semi-circle around the plane. Might have to ask a buddy of mine at work if I can borrow/rent his 15mm fishy for that.

[Ruckus99ss]

That's a quality lineup...

If the F16 + Armament display is done like I think they'll do it, it's a great UWA photo op.

They basically lay a symetrical pattern of everything it can carry in a semi-circle around the plane. Might have to ask a buddy of mine at work if I can borrow/rent his 15mm fishy for that.
I'm looking foward to getting a close up of a f22 :cool:

[Ursie]

Thanks Ryan...

Mebbe I'll head down to Tempe Town lake and see if I can bag some shots while it's on final (if they're landing from the East on Tuesday PM)

ETA: One quick Pelican edit tonite:
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109279887/original.jpg
40D / 300 / 1.4X .. 1/1500 @ f/5.6 ISO 100

Great detail Jay! Handsome Pelican, that.

Yeah Homedad, we are all very official Canon shooters here.

Your trips sound like lots of fun. And I'm sure there is a market for what you want to do. Although I think that the pro photogs who are making the amazing landscape photography are already 4wheelers and know how to get where they want to be. Your market would likely be the wealthy hobbyist. You have to find the guy who already has all the gear he wants so he's willing to pay you for the transportation and fabulous steak. That's tricky since us Photogs have serious GAS (gear aquisition syndrome)

[Kristy]

**Peek**

Just getting back in town...... We had to go to PIttsburgh for funeral services of my mother in law... a sad reason to go out... but some great quality time with all of the family and friends there...

I'm so behind on the thread it's pathetic... I guess I have some reading for tonight...

NIce PElican Jay.. My brother in law loves them.. :)

Few pics of the first time the girls actually saw snow falling from the sky... kind of fun... Busy catching up on life at the moment..... Hope everyone is well...

Sisters... off to see the snowfall...
http://ksnyderphoto.smugmug.com/photos/475587225_VQBwE-XL-1.jpg

Childhood Joy
http://ksnyderphoto.smugmug.com/photos/475587241_rpqCt-XL-1.jpg

Soft Smile (she knows to appease my need for a photo)
http://ksnyderphoto.smugmug.com/photos/475587200_qhhRk-L-1.jpg


Blowing Kisses
http://ksnyderphoto.smugmug.com/photos/475587191_4oRWi-XL-1.jpg

[FlyingPhotog]

Sorry to hear Kristy. Saying goodbye to parents is very, very hard. I've had to do so for both of mine.

The girls look as lovely as always.

[Kristy]

Thanks Jay... never an easy thing to say the least... but we've all been through it before.... My mom passed when I was 19.... so I remember well...

Anyway.... it was good family time if nothing else...

News from BTA.. if anyone is interested....

Paul Kinslow "World At Your Feet" Close-Up
Nature Photography Class Feb. 28 & March 1


Superior, AZ: Explore "The World At Your Feet" with a two-part class in close-
up nature photography beginning Feb. 28 (Saturday) and continuing Sunday
morning with a roundtable discussion/critique session at Boyce Thompson
Arboretum.

Scottsdale naturalist and photographer Paul Kinslow sees images many people
miss: iridescent insects glowing like tiny jewels on flower petals, and
butterflies, such as the subtly colored Soapberry Hairstreak, camouflaged to
blend seamlessly into their environment.

In December, a selection of the artist's graphic work was exhibited in our
gallery <http://ag.arizona.edu/bta/paulkinslow> and on the final weekend of
February he's offering this photography workshop. This unique two-part class
begins with a session from 9:00 a.m. - noon and continues Sunday morning at
9:00 with a roundtable discussion during which the participants will view,
study and critique the previous session's work. The Saturday workshop include
both indoor and outdoor "in the field" instruction, where this multi-talented
painter and photographer will explain camera and lens techniques that allow
close-up imagery, and offer tips on where to look for elusive and hard-to-find
subjects. $25 FOTA members, $32.50 nonmembers

[BrianAZ]

Welcome back, Kristy.

I like all, your pics, but #3 is just really great.

[Dermit]

That's a quality lineup...

If the F16 + Armament display is done like I think they'll do it, it's a great UWA photo op.

They basically lay a symetrical pattern of everything it can carry in a semi-circle around the plane. Might have to ask a buddy of mine at work if I can borrow/rent his 15mm fishy for that.

I've got a 15-fish you can borrow... since you are just down the street and all.

[FlyingPhotog]

I've got a 15-fish you can borrow... since you are just down the street and all.

Duly noted, thanks!

Are you planning on attending the festivities at Luke?

[Dermit]

Duly noted, thanks!

Are you planning on attending the festivities at Luke?

I don't know yet. Too many variables between now and then.

[Ursie]

**Peek**

Just getting back in town...... We had to go to PIttsburgh for funeral services of my mother in law... a sad reason to go out... but some great quality time with all of the family and friends there...

Few pics of the first time the girls actually saw snow falling from the sky... kind of fun... Busy catching up on life at the moment..... Hope everyone is well...


Blowing Kisses


Hey Kristy, good to see you back. So sorry for your family's loss though. That's such a difficult part of life.

Beautiful photos you managed, especially liked 2 and 3. Catch light are spot on, as usual.

[disneydork06]

**Peek**

Just getting back in town...... We had to go to PIttsburgh for funeral services of my mother in law... a sad reason to go out... but some great quality time with all of the family and friends there...

I'm so behind on the thread it's pathetic... I guess I have some reading for tonight...

NIce PElican Jay.. My brother in law loves them.. :)

Few pics of the first time the girls actually saw snow falling from the sky... kind of fun... Busy catching up on life at the moment..... Hope everyone is well...

Sisters... off to see the snowfall...


Childhood Joy


Soft Smile (she knows to appease my need for a photo)



Blowing Kisses

Kristy, very sorry for your families loss. always hard to lose a family member. Great pics btw, love them all.

[Homedad]

Great detail Jay! Handsome Pelican, that.

Yeah Homedad, we are all very official Canon shooters here.

Your trips sound like lots of fun. And I'm sure there is a market for what you want to do. Although I think that the pro photogs who are making the amazing landscape photography are already 4wheelers and know how to get where they want to be. Your market would likely be the wealthy hobbyist. You have to find the guy who already has all the gear he wants so he's willing to pay you for the transportation and fabulous steak. That's tricky since us Photogs have serious GAS (gear aquisition syndrome)

Thank you....That is exactly what I needed to know......

[jbdavies]

ETA: One quick Pelican edit tonite:

40D / 300 / 1.4X .. 1/1500 @ f/5.6 ISO 100
Awesome shot of the Pelican, Jay! :)

All the info is here.

http://www.luke.af.mil/openhouse2009/index.asp
Oh Sweet!! Thanks! :)

That's a quality lineup...

If the F16 + Armament display is done like I think they'll do it, it's a great UWA photo op.

They basically lay a symetrical pattern of everything it can carry in a semi-circle around the plane. Might have to ask a buddy of mine at work if I can borrow/rent his 15mm fishy for that.
I've seen pictures of that... looks totally awesome!

**Peek**

Just getting back in town...... We had to go to PIttsburgh for funeral services of my mother in law... a sad reason to go out... but some great quality time with all of the family and friends there...

I'm so behind on the thread it's pathetic... I guess I have some reading for tonight...

NIce PElican Jay.. My brother in law loves them.. :)

Few pics of the first time the girls actually saw snow falling from the sky... kind of fun... Busy catching up on life at the moment..... Hope everyone is well...

Sisters... off to see the snowfall...

Childhood Joy

Soft Smile (she knows to appease my need for a photo)

Blowing Kisses

Welcome back Kristy. :)

Wonderful shots as always.

[lilminijpc]

Thanks Ryan...

ETA: One quick Pelican edit tonite:

40D / 300 / 1.4X .. 1/1500 @ f/5.6 ISO 100

great shot jay!
envious of you & your birds... hehe :)

[lilminijpc]

**Peek**

Just getting back in town...... We had to go to PIttsburgh for funeral services of my mother in law... a sad reason to go out... but some great quality time with all of the family and friends there...

I'm so behind on the thread it's pathetic... I guess I have some reading for tonight...

NIce PElican Jay.. My brother in law loves them.. :)

Few pics of the first time the girls actually saw snow falling from the sky... kind of fun... Busy catching up on life at the moment..... Hope everyone is well...

Sisters... off to see the snowfall...

Childhood Joy

Soft Smile (she knows to appease my need for a photo)

Blowing Kisses


very cute pictures! i really like #2 & #4.
reminds me of xmas time!

[Ursie]

Made a whole separate post for this, but thought I 'd ask you guys too.

Hey all. I know not everyone likes All-in-ones, but I do. I'm looking to replace my Epson 6600 which was the replacement for the 6400 which seems to get clogged print heads. At the time of replacement I learned that this was a common problem with the Epsons.

Anyone know if they have addressed this issue in newer models. Or, can you recommend an all-in-one with print,fax, copy, scan capabilities. I need it to have a flatbed scanner that is across the entire top of the unit. In other words, does not have a wall against which you must place a document to be scanned. Also, a scanner top that lifts off would be very helpful.

My budget is $150-175. Any personal recommendations will be very helpful. Thanks in advance.

[FlyingPhotog]

Ladies and Gentlemen...

I give you Air Force One:
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109307215/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109307216/original.jpg

[jbdavies]

Ladies and Gentlemen...

I give you Air Force One:

That's soooo SWEET!! :D Awesome shots Jay!! Totally jealous.

Where are the fighter jets?

[FlyingPhotog]

That's soooo SWEET!! :D Awesome shots Jay!! Totally jealous.

Where are the fighter jets?

Never saw any...

The only "government" aircraft I saw was a Phoenix FD helo about 10 minutes prior to AF1.

No support aircraft, no fighters, no "black helicopters," no nuthin'

[Ursie]

Looks good Jay!

[jbdavies]

Never saw any...

The only "government" aircraft I saw was a Phoenix FD helo about 10 minutes prior to AF1.

No support aircraft, no fighters, no "black helicopters," no nuthin'
Whaaaat?! That's lame. I was expecting the freaken whole military. lol Lame...

[Ursie]

Perhaps the President was not on board?

[FlyingPhotog]

Looks good Jay!

Thanks Ursula...

Whaaaat?! That's lame. I was expecting the freaken whole military. lol Lame...

Austerity Program I guess...

Perhaps the President was not on board?

I wondered about that since he was approx 20min early. But no other blue jets came along and my wife texted me that he was, in fact, walking down the air stairs no more than 10 minutes after I saw it dip below the edge of the Tempe Town Lake Dam.

[jbdavies]

Thanks Ursula...



Austerity Program I guess...



I wondered about that since he was approx 20min early. But no other blue jets came along and my wife texted me that he was, in fact, walking down the air stairs no more than 10 minutes after I saw it dip below the edge of the Tempe Town Lake Dam.
IT'S ALL A CONSPIRACY!!! :shock: lol

Anywho... sweet shots Jay. :D

[disneydork06]

Ladies and Gentlemen...

I give you Air Force One:
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109307215/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109307216/original.jpgyou shot af1???:shock::cool:
nice job. cool shots!

[RenShots]

Like the first one... very nice, your lucky the Secret Service isn't pounding on your door... lol.

Ladies and Gentlemen...

I give you Air Force One:
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109307215/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109307216/original.jpg

[JmprSteve]

hey RenShots... how did your shoot go with the 70-200?

[BrianAZ]

Cool shots, Jay!

[FlyingPhotog]

you shot af1???:shock::cool:
nice job. cool shots!

It's not like it has a "Cloaking Device" or anything. Kind of hard to miss. ;)

Like the first one... very nice, your lucky the Secret Service isn't pounding on your door... lol.

If they come, I'm handing them a bill for my percentage of ownership... We all bought the damn things! :lol:

Cool shots, Jay!

Thanks. The Birding people have their "Life Lists" and I have mine. Another one crossed off... :D

[disneydork06]

It's not like it has a "Cloaking Device" or anything. Kind of hard to miss. ;)

maybe jeremy was right...the real one was cloaked and this one was just the decoy...maybe he came in all secretive like using a f117...I'm sure the government is holding out on us with this technology...it's always a conspiracy with them :-P

[Jimbow1098]

Kristy, Sorry for your loss will keep your family in our prayers.

[Jimbow1098]

Like the first one... very nice, your lucky the Secret Service isn't pounding on your door... lol.

LOL I know I was not going to point my finger at that plane!

Very nice Shots

[FlyingPhotog]

maybe jeremy was right...the real one was cloaked and this one was just the decoy...maybe he came in all secretive like using a f117...I'm sure the government is holding out on us with this technology...it's always a conspiracy with them :-P

LOL I know I was not going to point my finger at that plane!

Very nice Shots

Ok, who's been passing out the paranoia pills? :rolleyes:

<Thanks Jimbow>

[Jimbow1098]

Ok, who's been passing out the paranoia pills? :rolleyes:

<Thanks Jimbow>

I might still be under investigation! :rolleyes:

[FlyingPhotog]

I might still be under investigation! :rolleyes:

Well, considering I lived in Iran for two years back in the '70s and I've held a "Secret" clearence in the past, I think I'm several places in line ahead of you.

Plus, I emailed the Tempe Police Dept specifically to ask if Tempe Town Lake would be closed for the arrival of AF1.

So yeah, they knew I was coming... ;)

[Jimbow1098]

Well, considering I lived in Iran for two years back in the '70s and I've held a "Secret" clearence in the past, I think I'm several places in line ahead of you.

Plus, I emailed the Tempe Police Dept specifically to ask if Tempe Town Lake would be closed for the arrival of AF1.

So yeah, they knew I was coming... ;)


I think I'll stick to Shooting other things then US aircraft. :)

But I know what you mean and my lession was learned.

Plus I was on my way home from the hospital after spending almost 6 days with Food Poisoning (Wifes cooking JK ) which threw me into a ketoacidosis just was glad to watch the replay from home.

BTW did Tempe PD reply?

[Jimbow1098]

Don't know much about this but thought I would pass it along (was sent to me)

Portrait Lighting Workshop
Feb 21-22


http://web.me.com/joelgrimes/Joel_Grimes_Photography/Welcome.html

[FlyingPhotog]

I think I'll stick to Shooting other things then US aircraft. :)

But I know what you mean and my lession was learned.

Plus I was on my way home from the hospital after spending almost 6 days with Food Poisoning (Wifes cooking JK ) which threw me into a ketoacidosis just was glad to watch the replay from home.

BTW did Tempe PD reply?

In fact they did. A Sgt from their Media Relations Department was kind enough to get back to me.

He basically said that TTL would be open as normal but to keep in mind who was arriving and that it may not be business as usual.

Here's a CS3 creation that I desperately wanted to bag "in camera" but Mother Nature failed to deliver enough wind to fly the flag at the right moment. This is the American Flag that flies near the Paddle Boat marina on the south side of the lake:
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109313969/original.jpg

[jbdavies]

Well, considering I lived in Iran for two years back in the '70s and I've held a "Secret" clearence in the past, I think I'm several places in line ahead of you.
:D That's sweet!! I wanna go to Iran... or somewhere over there. lol

Here's a CS3 creation that I desperately wanted to bag "in camera" but Mother Nature failed to deliver enough wind to fly the flag at the right moment. This is the American Flag that flies near the Paddle Boat marina on the south side of the lake:

Awesome job. Too bad it couldn't have been done in real life... but still looks great. :)

[jbdavies]

In fact they did. A Sgt from their Media Relations Department was kind enough to get back to me.

He basically said that TTL would be open as normal but to keep in mind who was arriving and that it may not be business as usual.
I've found that most Police Departments are usually pretty good at getting back to people. I emailed the PD in El Paso, TX to ask a couple questions. I believe the Sgt. responded that night.

[disneydork06]

I wish other places would respond just as quick...had two calls for interviews today but when i called I got voicemails and so left a message around 1pm...nothing yet from them. hoping I get something in the morning.

[jbdavies]

I wish other places would respond just as quick...had two calls for interviews today but when i called I got voicemails and so left a message around 1pm...nothing yet from them. hoping I get something in the morning.
That's never fun. Hopefully you hear something soon. :)

[disneydork06]

That's never fun. Hopefully you hear something soon. :)
thanks, in the mean time while waiting for the phone call I went hiking at thunderbird mtn by my house. first photomerge ever :-)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3512/3290135048_e410ab9846_b.jpg

[FlyingPhotog]

thanks, in the mean time while waiting for the phone call I went hiking at thunderbird mtn by my house. first photomerge ever :-)

That looks really good Ryan. Nice dynamic range with nothing blown nor crushed. Good Job!

BTW, since I'm replying to you, these were the three females with Hulk Hogan at the KSC. I have no idea which one is which so it's up to you to "Pin The Name On The Girl"

Bachelorette #1
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109316205/original.jpg

Bachelorette #2
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109316206/original.jpg

And Bachelorette #3
http://www.pbase.com/flyingphotog/image/109316207/original.jpg

[disneydork06]

Nice Jay! first one I'm thinking is the Hulk's new gf. the second is definitely Brooke, his daughter, and w/o makeup? and the third must be a friend of someones :-P idk. thanks for sharing brother :-)

[Ursie]

Nice Jay! first one I'm thinking is the Hulk's new gf. the second is definitely Brooke, his daughter, and w/o makeup? and the third must be a friend of someones :-P idk. thanks for sharing brother :-)

Nah, she's got makeup, it's just "the natural look". Guess it worked! LOL

[azpix]

Jay,
I don't know if I missed it , but where exactly did you shoot Air force one from and what lens did you use?

nice shots.

[FlyingPhotog]

Jay,
I don't know if I missed it , but where exactly did you shoot Air force one from and what lens did you use?

nice shots.

From: South shore of Tempe Town Lake near the Paddle Boat rental dock.
With: 300mm f/2.8L IS on a 40D

Thank You. AF1 has always been very high on my aircraft "Life List." Just missed it the last time Pres Bush was here.

[FlyingPhotog]

Nice Jay! first one I'm thinking is the Hulk's new gf. the second is definitely Brooke, his daughter, and w/o makeup? and the third must be a friend of someones :-P idk. thanks for sharing brother :-)

The brunette is (I'm told) Brooke's roommate and long-time friend.

I guess they were shooting "Brooke Knows Best" as "Hogan Knows Best" went Tango Uniform after the divorce and Nick's jail time.

[disneydork06]

The brunette is (I'm told) Brooke's roommate and long-time friend.

I guess they were shooting "Brooke Knows Best" as "Hogan Knows Best" went Tango Uniform after the divorce and Nick's jail time.
interesting

[disneydork06]

Hey, do you guys think Westgate might finally let cameras inside since they are having a mardi gras party thing going on? :-D

[jbdavies]

thanks, in the mean time while waiting for the phone call I went hiking at thunderbird mtn by my house. first photomerge ever :-)

Great shot Ryan. :) How did you like the photomerge thingy?

Hey, do you guys think Westgate might finally let cameras inside since they are having a mardi gras party thing going on? :-D
Mardi Gras?! :shock: :D

[lilminijpc]

Ladies and Gentlemen...

I give you Air Force One:




great shot, jay!
makes me really wish i knew about the free tickets for his visit to my old hs...
:mad: oh well, maybe next time...

[disneydork06]

Great shot Ryan. :) How did you like the photomerge thingy?
I like it. didn't even know I had it and I've been wanting to do some other stuff with it but got lazy in looking up how :-P here's another try that's on flickr.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3652/3289370257_bae9797e79_b.jpg

Mardi Gras?! :shock: :Dyeah! they call it mardi gras party gras (http://westgateaz.com/mg.php)

[joeb1]

Paradise Valley REI "Photography in the Preserve" this coming Sat

http://www.rei.com/stores/store_event_detail.jsp?pid=3A92F51D348D2D79FE3370E 6FC15F5E2&template_id=30&template_family=webDetail&ignore_cache=1

[macroshooter1970]

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29055716/?GT1=43001

[disneydork06]

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29055716/?GT1=43001
very cool. you got a goal now when you head out for night shots?

[Gig103]

Hey Jay -- those are awesome photos, and a great merge too!

I thought about what I might see on here last night when I heard the Pres was in town.

[FlyingPhotog]

Hey Jay -- those are awesome photos, and a great merge too!

I thought about what I might see on here last night when I heard the Pres was in town.

I thought some other views might pop up over in Transportation but I guess I'm the one, true airplane geek in AZ... :lol:

[lilminijpc]

I thought some other views might pop up over in Transportation but I guess I'm the one, true airplane geek in AZ... :lol:

your handle on potn is well deserved and fitting. hehe. :)

[FlyingPhotog]

your handle on potn is well deserved and fitting. hehe. :)

Someone suggested that I should petition the TF for "Cream of the Prop" :lol:

[disneydork06]

Someone suggested that I should petition the TF for "Cream of the Prop" :lol:
haha, nice. for a second there I thought that's what it actually says but alas it's still crop.

[jdando]

Hi Arizonian POTN'ers!

I am heading to your great state next month for some fun in the sun. My question is has anyone been out to the new baseball park Camelback Ranch (http://camelbackranchbaseball.com/tickets/single-game-tickets/)? Which baseline would be better for shooting from 1st or 3rd for a 1:05pm game.

Thanks,

[disneydork06]

Hi Arizonian POTN'ers!

I am heading to your great state next month for some fun in the sun. My question is has anyone been out to the new baseball park Camelback Ranch (http://camelbackranchbaseball.com/tickets/single-game-tickets/)? Which baseline would be better for shooting from 1st or 3rd for a 1:05pm game.

Thanks,
wow, didn't even know it was there :-P I've only been out to peoria sports complex myself. but I know at psc you can walk around the place for a spot to take pics, even by the seating area behind the backstop. and I only had the lawn seats.

[macroshooter1970]

very cool. you got a goal now when you head out for night shots?


not a goal of mine.

[Hatch1921]

You might like it.. .you might hate it... Zack Arias put together a video for Scott Kelby's blog....

I thought it was pretty deep... really...really liked it.


Hatch

http://www.scottkelby.com/blog/2009/archives/3433/comment-page-6#comments

[Rutha73]

Someone suggested that I should petition the TF for "Cream of the Prop" :lol:

HA HA, that is a good one for you! nice pics of AF1!
Kristy, sorry for your loss. those are some excellent pics of your daughters though:)
Ryan, nice panos. photomerge is fun when it lines up the pics properly. i have had a couple where they didn't and it is a pain to go back and PS it to make it look right!

[jbdavies]

You might like it.. .you might hate it... Zack Arias put together a video for Scott Kelby's blog....

I thought it was pretty deep... really...really liked it.


Hatch

http://www.scottkelby.com/blog/2009/archives/3433/comment-page-6#comments
I'm gonna have to watch that later. Was kinda funny too... lol

[jbdavies]

Hi Arizonian POTN'ers!

I am heading to your great state next month for some fun in the sun. My question is has anyone been out to the new baseball park Camelback Ranch (http://camelbackranchbaseball.com/tickets/single-game-tickets/)? Which baseline would be better for shooting from 1st or 3rd for a 1:05pm game.

Thanks,
I also didn't know that was there. I don't live down there, but still. lol Sorry I can't be much help.

[jbdavies]

Someone suggested that I should petition the TF for "Cream of the Prop" :lol:
AHHH! It got changed!! :D :D :D :D

[FlyingPhotog]

OMG!!! :shock:

Cool...!

[Guerry Dalrymple]

Hey Hatch, Steve, Brian or anyone who has shot any portrait or glamor shots outdoors with Alien Bees I've got a question. How did you use the lights? Shooting into an umbrella, softbox, bare, reflectors or .......?

Thanks
Guerry

[Kristy]

Hey Hatch, Steve, Brian or anyone who has shot any portrait or glamor shots outdoors with Alien Bees I've got a question. How did you use the lights? Shooting into an umbrella, softbox, bare, reflectors or .......?

Thanks
Guerry

Using a softbox or an octabox... plus reflectors for fill... :)

[BrianAZ]

It all depends on what I want. I've shot with softboxes, umbrellas, grids, and straight reflectors.

Softboxes/umbrellas are normally used to soften the light as they make the light source relatively larger (given the placement doesn't change). For portraits, I'll take softboxes over umbrellas as they offer more control and umbrellas spill light everywhere.

[lilminijpc]

OMG!!! :shock:

Cool...!


haha that's pretty awesome!! :cool:
wonder who put that through!

[jbdavies]

haha that's pretty awesome!! :cool:
wonder who put that through!
Who ever it was... freaken great idea! :D

[disneydork06]

OMG!!! :shock:

Cool...!
So cool!!!
Hey Hatch, Steve, Brian or anyone who has shot any portrait or glamor shots outdoors with Alien Bees I've got a question. How did you use the lights? Shooting into an umbrella, softbox, bare, reflectors or .......?

Thanks
Guerryjust be careful of any wind :confused:

[Hatch1921]

Using a softbox or an octabox... plus reflectors for fill... :)



+1 I take it you have the vagabond? Steve is using one... he can fill you in on the power and light settings... I think? Steve? :)

[Hatch1921]

I'm gonna have to watch that later. Was kinda funny too... lol


Make it past 1:25.... it's a cool vid IMO.

Hatch

[jbdavies]

Make it past 1:25.... it's a cool vid IMO.

Hatch
Yeah that is a good video. :) Nice find!

[JmprSteve]

Hey Hatch, Steve, Brian or anyone who has shot any portrait or glamor shots outdoors with Alien Bees I've got a question. How did you use the lights? Shooting into an umbrella, softbox, bare, reflectors or .......?

Thanks
Guerry

I've used the vagabond, ab800, and softbox outdoors and they worked, but it was a calm day so I wasn't bothered by the wind. didn't use a reflector as I didn't bring another stand to hold it.
The next time out, I'll probably take the 30" and 45" umbrellas and bounce the light.
Did some indoor testing and with the 45" umbrella, power at 3/8, I was getting f8 as iso 100 with the stand about (stretch both arms out and the stand is one hand and the subject at the other) distance.

[BrianAZ]

Good luck with the umbrellas, Steve. Bounce umbrellas are so inefficient compared to softboxes/brolly boxes. I could only do it successfully in the shade/low light.

[JmprSteve]

Well, I have a neighbor's son to shoot this Saturday. So I'll bring the stuff and try it out, worst case I can just light him with speedlites or the AB with reflector only, I plan on using a boom arm to get the light in closer and keep the stand out of the way. It will be interesting, I have him for a couple of hours and he only needs one or two images for his year book. So get those first and then experiment.