Photogs: Those who take 'em and those who love 'em

[Linus]

I figured it might also be nice to have a thread about photography, the art of, tricks and tips, sharing of photos, ideas, questions. Basically, anything and everything related to photography.

I have a nice Canon XSi and a smaller Canon Elph camera (thinking it may be time to retire this one and get a new one). Anyways, it's been a while since I've gone out to take photos on a regular basis and I think I need to get back into that habit. You can see what I did last year (and a few years before) from my flickr stream below.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/syrlinus/show/

[daisygrrl]

I figured it might also be nice to have a thread about photography, the art of, tricks and tips, sharing of photos, ideas, questions. Basically, anything and everything related to photography.

I have a nice Canon XSi and a smaller Canon Elph camera (thinking it may be time to retire this one and get a new one). Anyways, it's been a while since I've gone out to take photos on a regular basis and I think I need to get back into that habit. You can see what I did last year (and a few years before) from my flickr stream below.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/syrlinus/show/



Those are truly lovely photographs, Linus!

btw: I love Canon products! I have a Canon Rebel--but a 35mm--and am lusting after its digital counterpart (I hear that my lens will fit both). For easy shooting, though, I carry around a Canon PowerShot.

[Linus]

Those are truly lovely photographs, Linus!

btw: I love Canon products! I have a Canon Rebel--but a 35mm--and am lusting after its digital counterpart (I hear that my lens will fit both). For easy shooting, though, I carry around a Canon PowerShot.

The XTi is the latest dSLR Rebel release by Canon and has been getting excellent reviews. DPReview (http://www.dpreview.com/) is a good place to read some in-depth reviews of pretty much any digital camera.

[Linus]

*bumpity bumpity*

[Linus]

I posted a couple of photos I took this week here in Toronto after playing with the F stop. My camera can only go as low as F5.6. Now, someone correct me: F stop is how long the frame stays open to allow light in, no? This means that nighttime photos come in clearer?

[Selenay]

A lower f-number denotes a greater aperture opening, which allows more light to reach the film or image sensor.

Aperture is literally just the size of the hole allowing light in.

Shutter speed is how long the image will be exposed to light.

[Linus]

A lower f-number denotes a greater aperture opening, which allows more light to reach the film or image sensor.

Aperture is literally just the size of the hole allowing light in.

Shutter speed is how long the image will be exposed to light.

Awesome and thanks. Now to figure out how to find the shutter speed on this thing.

[Odarlin]

... Now, someone correct me: F stop is how long the frame stays open to allow light in, no? This means that nighttime photos come in clearer?

A lower f-number denotes a greater aperture opening, which allows more light to reach the film or image sensor.

Aperture is literally just the size of the hole allowing light in.

Shutter speed is how long the image will be exposed to light.


To add to an excellent post:
When you have a lower f-stop(and wider aperture) you generally can have a shorter shutter speed because since more light is hitting the film at any given time you need less time(as stated above) and it can be super handy for no flash night picts that are not stationary or you can't use a tripod for. Add fast film and you have something formidable to play with at night.

When you do use a lower f-stop though you will have a smaller depth of field; the range surrounding the plane of critical focus in which the focus is acceptably sharp. A low f-stop is a common technique used to get those shots in which part of someone/thing is in focus and everything in front of or behind them is very unfocused.

My cameras are mostly manual 35mm SLR’s; on these there is color coding on the aperture adjustment ring that correlate the different f-stops to the distances on the focusing ring that give a general idea of what depth of fields will be available for what aperture settings. It might look very different on your cameras but it should have something. It isn’t hard to figure with a bit of play though. Maybe you know all this.

I just pulled out my cameras after not looking at them for a number of years. It is fun and inspiring to see what you are doing!:chaplin:

[Daktari]

fantastic! a photographers thread.

I run a Nikon D100 - a seriously ancient work-horse of a camera, built like a tank (I'm sure I could substitute the camera for a hammer at DIY time)...Haven't been shooting much recently but when I am have a passion for exploring and shooting abandoned buildings

like this at East Sussex Asylum
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3307/3641552784_af9365c72b.jpg

in 2008 I undertook a 365 project which meant I took a self portrait every day, this allowed me to be a 'bit daft' whilst having the excuse of taking pictures of said 'daftness' :cheesy:

a bit like this - that's me on the left
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2702/4149333729_b73361e444.jpg


my girl is the serious photographer in the house, she comes from the fine art side of things and uses medium format film more often than not.

I hope you have fun playing around with the aperture/shutter/iso stuff on your camera Linus.

[violaine]

using an old tank :) i like old building photography with creepers growing on the outside, cemetery tombstones "floating" on high grass", statuary, and fixtures of all sorts - infared makes things a little more interesting.

i am thinking of minor white right now :stillheart:

food photography is of interest to me also.
http://www.nature-photography-central.com/DigitalInfraredPhotography.html

http://www.vasculata.com/minor_white.htm

[Odarlin]

using an old tank :) i like old building photography with creepers growing on the outside, cemetery tombstones "floating" on high grass", statuary, and fixtures of all sorts - infared makes things a little more interesting.
...

Yes! stunning.
http://www.dphotojournal.com/wp-content/daily/infrared-photography.jpg
Photographer: Allon Kira (http://www.pbase.com/allonkira/infrared)
Image Source: http://www.dphotojournal.com/wp-content/daily/infrared-photography.jpg

[violaine]

i really like the repetition of arches - branch, cloud-scape/sky, land-plant scape- and bridge, odarlin :)

structures/surfaces - tactical/tacit/tactile ! in water, cloud, tree, bridge - some are rooted in a sense of permanence, while others appear momentary, a glimplse.

a breeze may change direction of things above and below- and the reflection captures both.

[Daktari]

Yes! stunning.
http://www.dphotojournal.com/wp-content/daily/infrared-photography.jpg
Photographer: Allon Kira (http://www.pbase.com/allonkira/infrared)
Image Source: http://www.dphotojournal.com/wp-content/daily/infrared-photography.jpg

cor! worra picture - fantastic

[violaine]

documentary photographers -

joseph rodriquez -spanish harlem ; east side stories: gang life in east LA-

donna ferrato - domestic violence; living with the enemy.

graciela iturbide - the indigenous of mexico; juchitan de las mujeres, en el nombre del padre-

<3 <3 <3 sebastiao salgado - workers; other americas; uncertain grace- i need to come back and put down some of his quotes/experiences here later!

so many to add ....

[Linus]

Well, I added a few shots from here in Vegas. The water fountain at the Tropicana and the Lion from MGM are my favourite as is Bobcat playing with the string.

[Odarlin]

was :deepthoughts: about image protection::groupphoto:

...about dot com blurb on watermarking-----> here (http://cameras.about.com/od/printing/ss/watermark.htm):movieguy:

...there is also a well known freeware program that could be utilized in watermarking-----> here (http://www.gimp.org/) :beatnik:

[little man]

this may totally be the wrong place to post this, but what the hell.

i haven't been shooting much, but have begun to edit some stuff. i have a couple of new images here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/). feedback is always welcome.

[Ingress]

I really like your cloud photos little man.

Don't have much time to shoot myself these days, too busy teaching others how to do it but I hope to get some projects underway when work eases up in May.

[BestButchBoy]

I have sporadically shot NY through a cell phone camera. A bit of retouching vis a vis photoshop to either add otherwise benign artistic interpretation or embellish what already existed.

Prior to the digital revolution, I would do "drive by" shootings using cheap disposable b/w cameras and have them developed on color paper. Very cool imagery as a result.

I guess I'm still doing that in some respect using a cell phone camera. I really dig the iPhone camera's output! Creates very cool output. Alas, I am currently using "Hello Moto".

Some of the imagery I've seen here on b.f.planet by those of you who are "shooters" is quite interesting and rather good.

Cheers for Queers!

[fuzzypinkego]

I <3 photography. I'm actually starting a freelance business. Please feel free to check out my site! http://www.dreazalaquett.com/

[Corkey]

Just put some up on my photobucket.
Here's the link:http://s737.photobucket.com/albums/xx14/Corkey47/Presque%20Isle/

[BestButchBoy]

One of my favorite photographers: Francesca Woodman

http://images.google.com/images?q=francesca+woodman+photography&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=RvCnS_rqGYXGlQfL-fWdDA&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBgQsAQwAA

[Leigh]

I've been interested in this for a long time, and a friend of Mine on another site takes amazing pictures so My interest has yet again been piqued. I would love to get a digital camera at some point, maybe even ask for one for My birthday, but I've been thinking about starting to get out more this spring/summer to not only enjoy the weather and nature but to take pictures as well. There is a beautiful park mere blocks from where I live and I haven't truly enjoyed it in awhile, this will only give Me more of a reason to do so ......... I can't wait :)

[Indianaguy]

As an artist, I respect all forms and expressions of art. This is a wonderful thread.

[violaine]

hi. i stumbled upon this site earlier, and thought someone might benefit from reading on bird photography. the tips are realistic, and i agree with the author of the article- it's not necessary to spend a fortune on equipment.

passion, getting close to subject, having a lot of patience, timing, and lighting make all the difference. oh, and waders ;)


http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/birds.htm

[Fancy]

Happy to find this thread! Thanks for getting it started. :)

I've been a photo hobbiest for about 17 years now. I love sharing what I see and how I see the world with others.

I keep a few public things public here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kristystreet/

[BestButchBoy]

Happy to find this thread! Thanks for getting it started. :)

I've been a photo hobbiest for about 17 years now. I love sharing what I see and how I see the world with others.

I keep a few public things public here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kristystreet/


Nice images!!!

[Linus]

Happy to find this thread! Thanks for getting it started. :)

I've been a photo hobbiest for about 17 years now. I love sharing what I see and how I see the world with others.

I keep a few public things public here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kristystreet/

Hey Freckle,

I have a question: what lens do you use for most of your shots?

[Fancy]

Hey Freckle,

I have a question: what lens do you use for most of your shots?

My favorite is a 55-200mm 1:4-5.6G

I used to have a larger zoom that I was fond of, but it broke. :sigh:

[Fancy]

Did anyone else go on an Easter egg hunt (http://picasaweb.google.com/kristykay/ImagesFromLife2010?feat=directlink)?

:eatthebunny:

[Fancy]

So, what are you shooting this month?

Do you shoot film or digital? Why?

[Dean Thoreau]

i shoot both..digital and film....something about the smell of developing chemicals and the feel of a B/W negative between your fingers ...and doing it all in a "dark BAG" or dark room..that i just can not give up.

Tho i must admit digital is so much easier and faster...cheaper, simpler and with adobe i to can be ansel adams.... (opps my prejudice is showing)

I use digital for simple pictures..family stuff....and all that....

when i am photographing for my personal artistic gratification i use my 35 mm or my 126 or will make a camera out of a shoe box and have some fun......

This month i am photographing the new grandchild.the old grandchild....the rhubarb....the strawberries, the worms, my roses as they grow.....and continuing on my not study....i am now at not anymore

:byebye:

[Linus]

So, what are you shooting this month?

Do you shoot film or digital? Why?

Digital. I find it easier, especially when I play. I have two cameras: a Canon Powershot SD450 Elph (might be time to get a new one) and my Canon XSi.

The Elph I use when I want something quick or when I'm cycling (it's very light and easy for me to grab).

The XSi is my dSLR and allows me to play and experiment with a variety of things. I'm thinking of perhaps investing (once in Cali) in a new all-purpose lens. The one I have is ok but I'm contemplating if a different one might serve me better (which one I don't know yet as I still need to research some more).

[Fancy]

Here is one of my favorite shots (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kristystreet/4537514529/) so far this year.

[little man]

Here is one of my favorite shots (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kristystreet/4537514529/) so far this year.

brava!

very well done. we may need to discuss my immediate desire for a print.

[Graham]

brava!

very well done. we may need to discuss my immediate desire for a print.

Hey Little man how you been? I've been wanting to ask if you still have that pic you took of GG and I? We lost it during one of our computer crashes, we sure did love that one. Good to see so many friends again.

[little man]

Hey Little man how you been? I've been wanting to ask if you still have that pic you took of GG and I? We lost it during one of our computer crashes, we sure did love that one. Good to see so many friends again.

hey graham...ltns!

i'll be sorting through pics again very soon. i know i saw those images not too long ago. drop me a pm and leave either your email or you mailing addy (not sure if you guys have moved or not). i'd be more than happy to send along pics or make a nice print for you. i have a great lab i use here that does wonderful print work.

[freyja]

Hey photo friends *waves to little man and Freckle K*

i have been on & offing my two lens lately and it's getting tiresome.
Freckle's 55-200 is great and she has a knack of capturing awesome shots in zoom mode.

i found that Sigma has a nifty all purpose lens (18-200) i am thinking of adding to my gear bag. (we have an annual photo show in two weeks, might be good deals there).

But then i also had my eye on the Sigma 2.8 28-135 for portrait work.

Decisions Decisions.
No it's not about decisions, it's about $$$$

Have a fab day all.

[little man]

went to the butterfly house with my sister. images here. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/)

[Fancy]

Hey photo friends *waves to little man and Freckle K*

i have been on & offing my two lens lately and it's getting tiresome.
Freckle's 55-200 is great and she has a knack of capturing awesome shots in zoom mode.

i found that Sigma has a nifty all purpose lens (18-200) i am thinking of adding to my gear bag. (we have an annual photo show in two weeks, might be good deals there).

But then i also had my eye on the Sigma 2.8 28-135 for portrait work.

Decisions Decisions.
No it's not about decisions, it's about $$$$

Have a fab day all.



:) Thanks for the compliment.

I hear ya about the decisions vs $$$. Keep your eyes peeled; sometimes deals pop up when you least expect them. I wonder if there's a craigslist or swap meet style site specifically for used photo equipment....

When are we going to shoot again? That was fun!!

[little man]

:) Thanks for the compliment.

I hear ya about the decisions vs $$$. Keep your eyes peeled; sometimes deals pop up when you least expect them. I wonder if there's a craigslist or swap meet style site specifically for used photo equipment....

When are we going to shoot again? That was fun!!

there's a craigslist category for cameras and equipment. i've gotten a decent deal there on some manual focus lenses.

[freyja]

If i was more savvy about camera equipment, i might trust myself to buy used. When a photo friend commented that mold is an issue in used lenses, i thought, okay, i'll stick to new (on sale) equipment.

[freyja]

went to the butterfly house with my sister. images here. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/)


The series of butterfly photos are great. What a treat to go shoot them.

[Fancy]

I hadn't heard about that before. How would you know if you had a lens with mold? (seems like a silly question - would it just inhibit the view or mess with the AF feature)


If i was more savvy about camera equipment, i might trust myself to buy used. When a photo friend commented that mold is an issue in used lenses, i thought, okay, i'll stick to new (on sale) equipment.

[freyja]

Freckle, i have no idea about the mold situation.

But i do know many of my local photog group have purchased lenses on Ebay, Kijijii, etc and been happy with their items.

i'm off to do some more food porn today - gotta love strawberry season. And well, chocolate, that's my year round food group.

[Fancy]

Freckle, i have no idea about the mold situation.

But i do know many of my local photog group have purchased lenses on Ebay, Kijijii, etc and been happy with their items.

i'm off to do some more food porn today - gotta love strawberry season. And well, chocolate, that's my year round food group.



Your food photography is amazing. Every photo I've seen has made my mouth water! Lol the detail and lighting is spot on.

[freyja]

Thank you Freckle!

And just so you know, that when i can get my plans sorted out for a weekend down there cruising cemeteries and such, i WILL bring you some treats.

i mean, you are showing such patience, how could i not reward you for that?

[femmedyke]

I am a picture taker... with a passion for shooting any and everything. Because of that I'm trying to figure just exactly what I shoot best. . .

I have two flickr accounts.... professional stuff here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind) and personal stuff here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/). I also created and designed my own website and you can find that here (http://codepurplephoto.com/).

I'm new to the thread so I just thought I would introduce myself. I haven't read all the way through yet, but I will when I have some time. It's lovely to be in such creative company.

I currently shoot with a Nikon D90 : two lenses (though I'm salivating over a third right now)

I recently just had my first piece accepted to the Commonwealths Equality Dinner -- it was bid on and auctioned... It was just such a validating feeling! You can see it here. (http://www.equalityvirginia.org/upcoming-events/major-events/commonwealth-dinner/art-show-and-auction.html)

Sorry for the excessive linkage... just thought I'd get it all out there!

ps... did I see something about strawberries and chocolate? I'll be craving that all day now!!

have a lovely weekend!

I am photographing my mama in her garden for Mother's Day on Sunday. I'm looking forward to it.

fD

[freyja]

Hi Femmedyke,

i checked out your links, each and every one of them :)

Great to see another talented artist amongst us here.

Please let us know when your Mother's Day photo is up (Flickr?). i will definitely be wanting to see what you have created.

[freyja]

Tonight at 9 pm, PBS has the one hour documentary on Annie Liebovitz; Life Through a Lens.

[freyja]

Food porn pic is up in my gallery.
i must say, it tasted mighty fine first thing this morning *grin*

[violaine]

:farmcow:

i do enjoy photographing food/catered events, and will have to dig some images out soon.

here are some of the raptors- a few crows too, although, i have many still to add of the latter.

http://s895.photobucket.com/home/raptors_midwest/allalbums



best,belle

[freyja]

- bump - bump - bump -

[Fancy]

- bump - bump - bump -

A couple weeks ago I shot the local Lilac Festival, and I'm still wading through about 500 images!!

:)

[femmedyke]

Off to shoot a recent HS grad. . . so excited, haven't posted my mums pictures to flickr yet, but I did post some photos I took at a Pet Expo last weekend.

Okay.. .so edit question... what is your edit style? Do you group photographs and then go through them? How do you stay focused when "wading through 500 images"? What programs do you use/like?

[femmedyke]

Posted a couple of shots of my mama on flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind/) as well as a few from my recent session. If you're interested, of course :)

[Fancy]

Off to shoot a recent HS grad. . . so excited, haven't posted my mums pictures to flickr yet, but I did post some photos I took at a Pet Expo last weekend.

Okay.. .so edit question... what is your edit style? Do you group photographs and then go through them? How do you stay focused when "wading through 500 images"? What programs do you use/like?

I'm a Photoshop nerd and will pull out the images I like and ensure that color balance is optimal and that an image is cropped the way I like. I do tend to over-crop because I like a tight frame (that just sounds wrong). I'm not a purist when it comes to my images, and if an image has potential I will tweak it (burn, dodge, soften/sharpen focus, etc) until it matches my vision. I would do the same when I was working on photos in the darkroom, so why not digital.

When a batch of photos is huge (like the 500), I won't work through the entire set. I will pull out groupings for specific purposes. For example, I shot many of local marching bands because several of my friends have kids in the band and I was shooting for them to have keepsakes.

Also, I'm incredibly picky. Out of that large set, I may keep or publish a dozen.

How about you?

[femmedyke]

I have a copy of Elements8 which came with my printer, but I'm still learning all of it's functions. A copy of Lightroom is on my (sadly ever growing) wish list. I currently edit my photos with GIMP and Picnik.

I absolutely love playing and editing a photographs; adding texture, layer masks, words, playing with curves (oooh la la), sharpening and softening. It all gets me downright giddy.

In order for me to process pictures for clients in a reasonable time frame I tend to do a quick run through and delete all those I am immediately unsatisfied with and then group the remaining images into locations or scenes. From there I'll time through each group and pick my favourites. I am also very picky but for me this means I will work and re-work a photo for hours upon hours. I am still learning when it's time to walk away from a photograph that can't be 'fixed'.

:)

[Thinker]

Posted a couple of shots of my mama on flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind/) as well as a few from my recent session. If you're interested, of course :)

Well, now... I never knew. ;) You are excellent!!

[freyja]

Very happy to see fellow shutterbugs in here.

Let's keep it active folks!!!

FemmeDyke - did you know you can get a 10 day free trial online, or have you already played thru a trial already?

I am a fan of many post processing programs. Adobe, Microsoft and Canon's own system. Depending on what my needs are, I like having many tools at my disposal.

Freckle - Did I miss the link to your lilac shots? ooooooh purple!

[Fancy]

Very happy to see fellow shutterbugs in here.

Let's keep it active folks!!!

FemmeDyke - did you know you can get a 10 day free trial online, or have you already played thru a trial already?

I am a fan of many post processing programs. Adobe, Microsoft and Canon's own system. Depending on what my needs are, I like having many tools at my disposal.

Freckle - Did I miss the link to your lilac shots? ooooooh purple!



:curtain:

Ah, um...I didn't post any yet.

[freyja]

Freckle K, i think you shouldn't be allowed to take photos this weekend since you haven't shared your lilac ones yet *pout*

Not that i have anything from way back (hmmm Earth Day?) that needs to be shared still *i am soooooo bad*

Have a good weekend everyone....photos, i wanna see photos after the weekend!!!

puh-lease?

[femmedyke]

Have a good weekend everyone....photos, i wanna see photos after the weekend!!!

puh-lease?



I think I shall have many, many kitten shots for you; as we're fostering a teeny tiny 3 week old kitty. She's awfully sick right now and weighs only 9.2 oz . . . but still cute as a bugs ear.

I'm also partial to taking my camera with me to the farmers markets on the weekend. Always such cool shots. . . and this weekend I'm picking up rhubarb, for my first ever Strawberry Rhubarb pie. I'll most certainly take photos of that process.

Hope everyone has a great weekend... It's so nice having a place to share, collaborate, be inspired and get critique!

fondly, Amanda

[little man]

still haven't really been shooting. but, i did run across a new (to you) shot that i like. i actually have a half dozen with this look to them. i like it quite a bit. no editing done beyond resizing and sticking my name on it. quite the surprise coming out of the camera. i like pleasant surprises (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/?saved=1).

[freyja]

Wow Wil, I really like the most recent upload (top of the page)....for SOOC , that is just wild. Good job!

femmedyke - we are both shooting new creatures....you wee kittens, and myself, new baby swans (cygnets).

Check out the one pic in my gallery of a one day old cygnet......he is discovering the world around him. Very funny!

bfn

[Fancy]

These are just lovely, and you-know-who adored them. She is in rapture. :)


still haven't really been shooting. but, i did run across a new (to you) shot that i like. i actually have a half dozen with this look to them. i like it quite a bit. no editing done beyond resizing and sticking my name on it. quite the surprise coming out of the camera. i like pleasant surprises (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/?saved=1).

[little man]

These are just lovely, and you-know-who adored them. She is in rapture. :)

i can see a time in the forseeable future where miss you-know-who might find some mail with her name on it. sshhhh....don't tell...you know i can be kinda slow.

[Fancy]

i can see a time in the forseeable future where miss you-know-who might find some mail with her name on it. sshhhh....don't tell...you know i can be kinda slow.

Mums the word.

By the way, here are a few of my favorites I captured (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kristystreet/) this weekend.

[femmedyke]

We lost our little foster on Sunday. . . and while I did get a photo of her, I am really not ready to share yet.

Also, the market had no rhubarb, so I have yet to bake.

I did play around with an idea I've had for forever last night. .. you can see it here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/4658074062/). It wasn't my original vision but I still like it. Grief brings about creativity like nothing else... well, that and a desire to bake.

Great work Fancy, thanks so much for sharing.

[Fancy]

Love those shoes, the coloring of the image and the textures!

Sorry to hear about the loss. Please take care ~

We lost our little foster on Sunday. . . and while I did get a photo of her, I am really not ready to share yet.

Also, the market had no rhubarb, so I have yet to bake.

I did play around with an idea I've had for forever last night. .. you can see it here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/4658074062/). It wasn't my original vision but I still like it. Grief brings about creativity like nothing else... well, that and a desire to bake.

Great work Fancy, thanks so much for sharing.

[little man]

time to show your stuff!

sony image competition (http://www.photocompete.com/2010/06/01/the-sony-world-photography-awards-the-open-competition/)

[little man]

we had some rockin' storms roll through this area last night. of course, once the light show started, i had to go out chasing lightning.

have a look-see. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/?saved=1)

[Fancy]

we had some rockin' storms roll through this area last night. of course, once the light show started, i had to go out chasing lightning.

have a look-see. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/?saved=1)


Wow!

So, which one are you submitting for the contest? :)

[little man]

Wow!

So, which one are you submitting for the contest? :)

actually, i have a fair number of images i really like...which is always the sticking point for me to submit anything. you wanna swing by and sort through the 30K images or so that i have and pick a few?

[freyja]

Morning shutterbugs,

Am dashing thru, and see yay, there will be some photos to check out from Freckle and Little Man. Right on!

Sorry to hear you lost the wee foster FemmeDyke. 3 weeks is awfully wee.

Meanwhile, i am off to a Busker festival tonight, if the rain holds off.
I haven't been in a couple of years and I am pumped!

[Fancy]

Morning shutterbugs,

Am dashing thru, and see yay, there will be some photos to check out from Freckle and Little Man. Right on!

Sorry to hear you lost the wee foster FemmeDyke. 3 weeks is awfully wee.

Meanwhile, i am off to a Busker festival tonight, if the rain holds off.
I haven't been in a couple of years and I am pumped!



What's a Busker festival? Do I need to come across the border to see this? :)

Don't make me pester you about a passport, either... My weekend is booked with festivals and an aids walk (I may be in the band). I'll carry my camera the entire time!

:seeingstars:

[DressyFemme]

I'm an avid scrapbooker, so I am a photography junkie. :) I have boxes and boxes of pictures just waiting to go into albums...

Right now I have a Canon not sure what model it is but it has a zoom, auto focus and lots of settings I can change on it (it has a screen on the back but it's not digital). Unlike many of my fellow digital scrapbookers I prefer film photography because I enjoy working with the camera to get just the right shot and, well, I'm a shutterbug when I'm on vacation! Plus to me the quality of printed glossy or matte photos is just so much better than digital...
I just love the feel of them in my hands!

I learned photography from my grandfather in high school using an old Pentax K-1000 and took several courses in landscape photography when I was on vacation in England back in the '80's. I was also the corporate photographer at my old job that I held for 9 years so learned a lot about event photography and portraits plus digital editing while on the job.

Now I get to enjoy photography for the sheer enjoyment of it!

Nice thread....

Dressy

[freyja]

What's a Busker festival? Do I need to come across the border to see this? :)

Don't make me pester you about a passport, either... My weekend is booked with festivals and an aids walk (I may be in the band). I'll carry my camera the entire time!

:seeingstars:

Freckle,
Busk is the verb;
Brit. to perform for money as a singer or strolling entertainer in public places
Busker is the noun, the person who is busking,

There are jugglers, and clowns, balloon twisters, and fire eaters, and unicyclists and magicians, and.....

All the little street corners filled with groups of people watching the acts
A truly family event.

Rain threatens to drown out the weekend, and i passed on the 80% POP tonight. Will try and sneak in some dry time for me and my Rebel tomorrow.

Have a great weekend Freckle.

Have a great weekend all the rest of the shutterbugs :D

[freyja]

Well I didn't make it to the Buskerfest. The weather was absolutely miserable all weekend.
I hear a tornado touched down in PA....probably same stream that had one touch down in tomato farmland up here in Ontario too.

But.....I did have a window of fabulous sunshine for a shoot with two dreadheads. Yup, a wonderful couple both with dreads.

What did everyone else manage to shoot this weekend?
Indoors or outdoors?

[Fancy]

Well I didn't make it to the Buskerfest. The weather was absolutely miserable all weekend.
I hear a tornado touched down in PA....probably same stream that had one touch down in tomato farmland up here in Ontario too.

But.....I did have a window of fabulous sunshine for a shoot with two dreadheads. Yup, a wonderful couple both with dreads.

What did everyone else manage to shoot this weekend?
Indoors or outdoors?

Yesterday was beautiful and the rain held off for me to get my favorite shot of the weekend. (http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/5Nn5yheA0tm9Dj8lBfmREA?feat=directlink) :)

[little man]

Well I didn't make it to the Buskerfest. The weather was absolutely miserable all weekend.
I hear a tornado touched down in PA....probably same stream that had one touch down in tomato farmland up here in Ontario too.

But.....I did have a window of fabulous sunshine for a shoot with two dreadheads. Yup, a wonderful couple both with dreads.

What did everyone else manage to shoot this weekend?
Indoors or outdoors?


no tornado pics??? c'mon, now...how could you let an op like that slip away? *jealous*

[freyja]

no tornado pics??? c'mon, now...how could you let an op like that slip away? *jealous*

I was two hours away. Who knew I shoulda gone storm chasing!
I know I know
*girl hangs her head in shame*

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

Yes, I love photography. I like to look at the work of others as well as create my own. I am a professional artist in another medium. But, that does not stop me from having FUN with my camera.
I used to use a Olympus OM-g, exclusively. But, living where I do, it is tres difficult to get my film developed and impossible to develop B&W here.
So, even though I did not want to, I have had to go digital. Each have their good points and bad...Both are so darn fun I can't NOT do it...you know?

Anyway, here is the URL to my account on FLICKR
http://www.flickr.com/photos/50178913@N07/?saved=1

And my account on DeviantArt, where I have a print account and more of my work from as far back as...jeeze...2003?
http://warningshot.deviantart.com/gallery

I want to thank those of you who go to enjoy these works in advance...So, THANK YOU!...have FUN!

[little man]

Yes, I love photography. I like to look at the work of others as well as create my own. I am a professional artist in another medium. But, that does not stop me from having FUN with my camera.
I used to use a Olympus OM-g, exclusively. But, living where I do, it is tres difficult to get my film developed and impossible to develop B&W here.
So, even though I did not want to, I have had to go digital. Each have their good points and bad...Both are so darn fun I can't NOT do it...you know?

Anyway, here is the URL to my account on FLICKR
http://www.flickr.com/photos/50178913@N07/?saved=1

And my account on DeviantArt, where I have a print account and more of my work from as far back as...jeeze...2003?
http://warningshot.deviantart.com/gallery

I want to thank those of you who go to enjoy these works in advance...So, THANK YOU!...have FUN!


glad you found your way to this thread. i've had a look at your art and it's some rockin' stuff. i think i'll be talking to you soon-ish about your doll faces. i have some ideas for that sort of thing. :)

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

glad you found your way to this thread. i've had a look at your art and it's some rockin' stuff. i think i'll be talking to you soon-ish about your doll faces. i have some ideas for that sort of thing. :)

Awesome!! Thank you!

And, I would love to talk about my 'doll' pictures.

[Fancy]

I was two hours away. Who knew I shoulda gone storm chasing!
I know I know
*girl hangs her head in shame*

You two are cracking me up.

Wil, I can vouch that she certainly drives fast enough to make the storm. :)

Although, I'd much rather see her food porn and your storm shots. Everyone has a niche, eh.

:sunglass:

[Fancy]

Your creativity is amazing. Love the images....



Yes, I love photography. I like to look at the work of others as well as create my own. I am a professional artist in another medium. But, that does not stop me from having FUN with my camera.
I used to use a Olympus OM-g, exclusively. But, living where I do, it is tres difficult to get my film developed and impossible to develop B&W here.
So, even though I did not want to, I have had to go digital. Each have their good points and bad...Both are so darn fun I can't NOT do it...you know?

Anyway, here is the URL to my account on FLICKR
http://www.flickr.com/photos/50178913@N07/?saved=1

And my account on DeviantArt, where I have a print account and more of my work from as far back as...jeeze...2003?
http://warningshot.deviantart.com/gallery

I want to thank those of you who go to enjoy these works in advance...So, THANK YOU!...have FUN!

[femmedyke]

And my account on DeviantArt, where I have a print account and more of my work from as far back as...jeeze...2003?
http://warningshot.deviantart.com/gallery

I want to thank those of you who go to enjoy these works in advance...So, THANK YOU!...have FUN!

This (http://warningshot.deviantart.com/gallery/#/dekq21) one is my favourite... but all of your art was pretty amazing and inspiring! Lovely works! What are you shooting with digitally?

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

Your creativity is amazing. Love the images....

Thank you very much. And thank you for taking time to look at them. I appreciate it.

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

This (http://warningshot.deviantart.com/gallery/#/dekq21) one is my favourite... but all of your art was pretty amazing and inspiring! Lovely works! What are you shooting with digitally?

Femmedyke, The doll photos were incredibly fun. Thank you for the compliment. I thought your work was outstanding!
Digitally, I use a Canon Powershot A630 8.0 MP. It has a lot of cool features on it so I have almost as much freedom with it as I would my SLR. But, still....I miss my SLR.

[femmedyke]

Hey all.... I've been snapping away at any and everything that catches my fancy. I also recently got caught up in a little project that will include some daily inspiration for shooting for the next two week. I'm so stoked, I really needed some kind of project.

Posted some pics here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/)... with a few more to follow. Photographed my baby sister yesterday... her pictures make me want to cry, she's so gorgeous... and a woman *gasp*. xoxo

Pride is this weekend and I'll be there with camera in hand. Cheerio folks!

[BestButchBoy]

Hey all.... I've been snapping away at any and everything that catches my fancy. I also recently got caught up in a little project that will include some daily inspiration for shooting for the next two week. I'm so stoked, I really needed some kind of project.

Posted some pics here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/)... with a few more to follow. Photographed my baby sister yesterday... her pictures make me want to cry, she's so gorgeous... and a woman *gasp*. xoxo

Pride is this weekend and I'll be there with camera in hand. Cheerio folks!

Nice work.

I particularly like this one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/4595653470/

Cheers!

[freyja]

You two are cracking me up.

Wil, I can vouch that she certainly drives fast enough to make the storm. :)

Although, I'd much rather see her food porn and your storm shots. Everyone has a niche, eh.

:sunglass:

Ha Ha you're a funny one Freckle!
i don't recall you hangin' on to the holysheiss handle when i was booting us round the backroads.
Were you skeered?

And how's about i prep a cute little table with a fancy gourmet meal in the middle of a corn field and wait for a storm to come by.
I'll shoot food with the storm in the background and Wil can shoot the storm with some food in the foreground.
I think the two images side by side would be ever so amazing - each of our viewpoints.

I would love to go check out these Flickr and Deviant Art accounts this evening, but alas, i should really tag and file my shots from today's backroads shooting.

Soon though, SOON!

[waxnrope]

Any suggestions on where to get the best price for a Canon SLR that has interchangeable lenses? Even used?
thanks!

[little man]

Ha Ha you're a funny one Freckle!
i don't recall you hangin' on to the holysheiss handle when i was booting us round the backroads.
Were you skeered?

And how's about i prep a cute little table with a fancy gourmet meal in the middle of a corn field and wait for a storm to come by.
I'll shoot food with the storm in the background and Wil can shoot the storm with some food in the foreground.
I think the two images side by side would be ever so amazing - each of our viewpoints.

I would love to go check out these Flickr and Deviant Art accounts this evening, but alas, i should really tag and file my shots from today's backroads shooting.

Soon though, SOON!

oh, i like that idea. we get to eat the food, too, right? :)

[little man]

Any suggestions on where to get the best price for a Canon SLR that has interchangeable lenses? Even used?
thanks!

you can always have a look at craigslist in your area. i bought my nikon off ebay. you can also look at the pawn and camera shops in your area. i bought my first camera (pentax k1000) out of a pawn shop. it's also a good place to look for lenses on the cheap.

good luck and let us know how you fare.

[Fancy]

Ha Ha you're a funny one Freckle!
i don't recall you hangin' on to the holysheiss handle when i was booting us round the backroads.
Were you skeered?

And how's about i prep a cute little table with a fancy gourmet meal in the middle of a corn field and wait for a storm to come by.
I'll shoot food with the storm in the background and Wil can shoot the storm with some food in the foreground.
I think the two images side by side would be ever so amazing - each of our viewpoints.

I would love to go check out these Flickr and Deviant Art accounts this evening, but alas, i should really tag and file my shots from today's backroads shooting.

Soon though, SOON!

Hey! I ain't skeered of nuttin'
:blink:

The photo shoot sounds like a fabulous idea!!

[femmedyke]

The photo shoot sounds like a fabulous idea!!


Do post photos, I'd love to see :)


Look at my gorgeous boy (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=4200886&id=147658238843)! He's so friggin cute I could just scream!

Went to Capital Pride yesterday and got a few fun and candid shots. Will post as soon as I've gone through them all!

Happy Monday folks!

[freyja]

Jack looks like a fun little guy.
Bet he is entertaining.
Thanks for sharing.

Freckle - still waiting for Wil to team up with me for some food & storm photos....oh i mean storm & food photos *chuckles*


*ps i have some of my photos in my blog Freyja's World (http://freyjasworld.blogspot.com) and the rest in my kitchen, noted below.

[Tommi]

Do post photos, I'd love to see :)


Look at my gorgeous boy (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=4200886&id=147658238843)! He's so friggin cute I could just scream!

Went to Capital Pride yesterday and got a few fun and candid shots. Will post as soon as I've gone through them all!

Happy Monday folks!

Happy Monday 2 you all 2. Love to see Pride pics..
I am going to Maine in several weeks. Never been, and am looking forward to 10 days talking to the sky, the trees , the rocks and ..myself. ..oh and my gilr too.:hangloose: :cowboy:

I ordered 2 extra NiCad rechargeables for my digiatl camera. The MiniCam is elect. charge.Pictures from , NJ, Vermont, Connecticut and Maine.

Is there a WWW~website where you can post pics ,and the viewer doesn't need to join or have a password?

[freyja]

Is there a WWW~website where you can post pics ,and the viewer doesn't need to join or have a password?

Yes Tommi, check out www.flickr.com
Anyone can view photos there. It is totally public.
i know a few of the BF'ers have pages there.

Pride Pix - YES!! i am hoping to gather a nice collection this year. Stay tuned.

Today was a cemetery hopping day.
Freckle, i found a NEW one in those backroads and was soooooo excited i forgot to log it into my GPS for another visit. Yikes!

Had many different skies and at the end of it, the sky turned all sorts of colours.
little man i thought of you, as i chased down the perfect spot to shoot the incoming storm. i swear the clouds turned yellow grey.
It was absolutely awesome. (i got so excited my passenger gently reminded me to focus on the road, not the sky and not to drive into coming traffic. Ooops)

[freyja]

---b u m p---

[Fancy]

Well, I'm ready for another trip! This time, though I'll preload our cache coordinates. Promise!

Oh, and I've been keeping a list of the cemeteries for when you get here! You will be in photo-heaven!

:)

Yes Tommi, check out www.flickr.com
Anyone can view photos there. It is totally public.
i know a few of the BF'ers have pages there.

Pride Pix - YES!! i am hoping to gather a nice collection this year. Stay tuned.

Today was a cemetery hopping day.
Freckle, i found a NEW one in those backroads and was soooooo excited i forgot to log it into my GPS for another visit. Yikes!

Had many different skies and at the end of it, the sky turned all sorts of colours.
little man i thought of you, as i chased down the perfect spot to shoot the incoming storm. i swear the clouds turned yellow grey.
It was absolutely awesome. (i got so excited my passenger gently reminded me to focus on the road, not the sky and not to drive into coming traffic. Ooops)

[freyja]

*anyone out there with a camera?*

Whatcha doing with it?
Inqiring mind here.

Share you stories.
Better yet.....toss us photo hounds some links to albums.
please?

Have a good day everyone!

[femmedyke]

hiya folks. . . just started a new "real" job so I've been working on balancing life, art and work. *Whew*

Just posted a new session that I did with a very lovely lesbian couple out in MD. . . you can see it here (http://www.facebook.com/CodePurplePhoto#%21/album.php?aid=186811&id=147658238843&ref=mf). I'd love to know what you think! I'll be adding a few more a little later.

So.... Miss. Freyja where are your photo links? Hmm?

...and when and where can I get in on the femme photog adventures? Do I need a secret password?

xo

hope all is well for everyone else! I'm snapping some cutie kitties this weekend for a friend... will post later. love to love ya! me

[Fancy]

hiya folks. . . just started a new "real" job so I've been working on balancing life, art and work. *Whew*

Just posted a new session that I did with a very lovely lesbian couple out in MD. . . you can see it here (http://www.facebook.com/CodePurplePhoto#%21/album.php?aid=186811&id=147658238843&ref=mf). I'd love to know what you think! I'll be adding a few more a little later.

So.... Miss. Freyja where are your photo links? Hmm?

...and when and where can I get in on the femme photog adventures? Do I need a secret password?

xo

hope all is well for everyone else! I'm snapping some cutie kitties this weekend for a friend... will post later. love to love ya! me

Wow, I love the hammock and ground shots. You just can't help but smile because you captured love and laughter in such an amazing way!

Hey next time you're around Ontario or Western NY call either of us!! I can't speak for Frejya, but I bet she'd agree: the more the merrier for a photo adventure! :)

[*Magic_and_Silk*]

hiya folks. . . just started a new "real" job so I've been working on balancing life, art and work. *Whew*

Just posted a new session that I did with a very lovely lesbian couple out in MD. . . you can see it here (http://www.facebook.com/CodePurplePhoto#%21/album.php?aid=186811&id=147658238843&ref=mf). I'd love to know what you think! I'll be adding a few more a little later.

So.... Miss. Freyja where are your photo links? Hmm?

...and when and where can I get in on the femme photog adventures? Do I need a secret password?

xo

hope all is well for everyone else! I'm snapping some cutie kitties this weekend for a friend... will post later. love to love ya! me

OUTSTANDING WORK!!! I love the composition and the feeling of spontaneity in these photos. Wonderful lighting, too...And the way that you have captured them, almost as if (in most shots, anyway) you aren't even there.
Brava!!

[BestButchBoy]

hiya folks. . . just started a new "real" job so I've been working on balancing life, art and work. *Whew*

Just posted a new session that I did with a very lovely lesbian couple out in MD. . . you can see it here (http://www.facebook.com/CodePurplePhoto#%21/album.php?aid=186811&id=147658238843&ref=mf). I'd love to know what you think! I'll be adding a few more a little later.

So.... Miss. Freyja where are your photo links? Hmm?

...and when and where can I get in on the femme photog adventures? Do I need a secret password?

xo

hope all is well for everyone else! I'm snapping some cutie kitties this weekend for a friend... will post later. love to love ya! me


Dig your photos. Hope that you will/are/do pursue it professionally, do you? You've got a great portfolio of work augmented by a very cool artistic interpretation.

Nice job!

Cheers for Queers!

[afixer]

http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee23/hillcitytn/hannah.jpg

http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee23/hillcitytn/hannah-1.jpg

[freyja]

I'm with Freckle-K......if anyone wants to come and gather in western NY - we could all go on a photo adventure. I know Freckle has some interesting spots in her area.

I can offer the tour through Niagara vineland, great landscape opportunities.

I just came home from Toronto Dyke March - what a fabulous event....so much eye candy :D

Would be great if some of the photogs here booked accomodation next year for the weekend - you won't be disappointed.
And.......it's only 1 hr 45 min from the border *nudge nudge*

[Fancy]

I'm with Freckle-K......if anyone wants to come and gather in western NY - we could all go on a photo adventure. I know Freckle has some interesting spots in her area.

I can offer the tour through Niagara vineland, great landscape opportunities.

I just came home from Toronto Dyke March - what a fabulous event....so much eye candy :D

Would be great if some of the photogs here booked accomodation next year for the weekend - you won't be disappointed.
And.......it's only 1 hr 45 min from the border *nudge nudge*



I second that!

What an amazing day. I can't wait to process my photos. :)

[little man]

for any folks heading to the reunion, Ashton and i are picture buddies from a ways back. we'd like to get together a group of folks on friday, the 20th to go out and shoot whatever we find.

if anyone here is going and would like to join in, please drop a note to either Ashton or myself, so we can make plans.

see ya's there!

[little man]

i occasionally troll through craigslist, looking for photo gigs. never know, right? mostly, i don't hear back from folks...or they want a 2 day shoot with a thousand edited pics for like $20. i still respond to the ads of interest to me, 'cause ya never know.

well...i've got myself lined up to do a shoot of some industrial equipment for an auction house. yeah, not high art stuff, but hell....it's cash on the barrel head. i'm excited to have an actual reason to break out the camera...and getting paid to do it? bonus!

i spoke with the guy from the auction house today. i can bill them through paypal and they'll pay immediately. nice. oh, and this is like an audition deal. if they like my work and all...he's got more work in this area. yay me!!!!

[Fancy]

i occasionally troll through craigslist, looking for photo gigs. never know, right? mostly, i don't hear back from folks...or they want a 2 day shoot with a thousand edited pics for like $20. i still respond to the ads of interest to me, 'cause ya never know.

well...i've got myself lined up to do a shoot of some industrial equipment for an auction house. yeah, not high art stuff, but hell....it's cash on the barrel head. i'm excited to have an actual reason to break out the camera...and getting paid to do it? bonus!

i spoke with the guy from the auction house today. i can bill them through paypal and they'll pay immediately. nice. oh, and this is like an audition deal. if they like my work and all...he's got more work in this area. yay me!!!!

That's awesome! I'm super happy for you :)

[Fancy]

I've never considered myself a rock groupie, but after getting to shoot a concert at Pride while one of my favorite bands performed, well, I may be a changed woman. I'm ready to hit the road and rock out!
Here's some shots of Lucas Silveira of The Cliks - Enjoy :)

Linky-Loo (http://picasaweb.google.com/kristykay/LucasSilveiraTheCliksTorontoPride2010?authkey=Gv1s RgCNDF7fL46aSJPg&feat=directlink) :sunglass:

[freyja]

i occasionally troll through craigslist, looking for photo gigs. never know, right? mostly, i don't hear back from folks...or they want a 2 day shoot with a thousand edited pics for like $20. i still respond to the ads of interest to me, 'cause ya never know.

well...i've got myself lined up to do a shoot of some industrial equipment for an auction house. yeah, not high art stuff, but hell....it's cash on the barrel head. i'm excited to have an actual reason to break out the camera...and getting paid to do it? bonus!

i spoke with the guy from the auction house today. i can bill them through paypal and they'll pay immediately. nice. oh, and this is like an audition deal. if they like my work and all...he's got more work in this area. yay me!!!!


Dang i haven't been by the Planet in a while, you should have emailed me wiht the good news!!!!

I am soo happy for you!!! Right on Good Stuff, Woo Hoo!

[freyja]

[QUOTE=Freckle-K;158026]I've never considered myself a rock groupie, but after getting to shoot a concert at Pride while one of my favorite bands performed, well, I may be a changed woman. I'm ready to hit the road and rock out!
Here's some shots of Lucas Silveira of The Cliks - Enjoy :)


Awesome stuff Freckle!!!! Groupie in training :)

[little man]

Dang i haven't been by the Planet in a while, you should have emailed me wiht the good news!!!!

I am soo happy for you!!! Right on Good Stuff, Woo Hoo!


or, you could have had a letter in the mail...if i had info to update my address book. *ahem*

you're right, i should have emailed. my bad.

[Leader]

Really enjoying all the varied, nice shots here.

I got a Nikon D90 and a few lenses last year and have been loving the learning process. Just recently took a Night Photography class in Pt. Reyes and learned a lot about long exposure shooting.

I only shoot digital, love Photoshop and am color blind. (go figure) Of particular interest for my shots are sculpture (especially strong winged female figures) and architecture (especially greek/roman). I've been playing a lot with cross processing/texture lately:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4107483624_58e8e56d7c.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2681/4287056465_a17bb5be33.jpg

What's your dream photowalk/shoot?

[little man]

Really enjoying all the varied, nice shots here.

I got a Nikon D90 and a few lenses last year and have been loving the learning process. Just recently took a Night Photography class in Pt. Reyes and learned a lot about long exposure shooting.

I only shoot digital, love Photoshop and am color blind. (go figure) Of particular interest for my shots are sculpture (especially strong winged female figures) and architecture (especially greek/roman). I've been playing a lot with cross processing/texture lately:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4107483624_58e8e56d7c.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2681/4287056465_a17bb5be33.jpg

What's your dream photowalk/shoot?

these are really lovely images! the process work is pretty cool. i haven't gotten that far yet myself.

personally, i love shooting in nyc for architecture and street shots. cali is nice for scenery and i love the desert for anything. night photography is fun, if challenging. i've been spending time shooting lightning and clouds lately. i'll be spending some time on portraits soon and maybe a little kink/fetish stuff.

[Leader]

these are really lovely images! the process work is pretty cool. i haven't gotten that far yet myself.

personally, i love shooting in nyc for architecture and street shots. cali is nice for scenery and i love the desert for anything. night photography is fun, if challenging. i've been spending time shooting lightning and clouds lately. i'll be spending some time on portraits soon and maybe a little kink/fetish stuff.

Well, I don't know about lovely, but I'll take the compliment, lol. Really like your latest lightening shots. Did you bracket your shots to get those? I'd think it would be hard to get the timing unless you were shooting multiple exposures. Nice work!

[little man]

Well, I don't know about lovely, but I'll take the compliment, lol. Really like your latest lightening shots. Did you bracket your shots to get those? I'd think it would be hard to get the timing unless you were shooting multiple exposures. Nice work!

lovely is in the eye of the beholder, no?

i don't generally bracket my shots...most all my lightning stuff is handheld. timing does help, but using the bulb setting ups my chances for good shots.

[Cyclopea]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2259/2179133968_a0874ff7c2.jpg
http://www.flickr.com/photos/library_of_congress/2178340659/in/set-72157603671370361/

http://www.loc.gov/preserv/care/photolea.html

[Fancy]

One of my fav shots (http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/2VxI-oXWik2U9KnpG_3hEyUJ_qmNOy7sYIJd7PNslN0?feat=direct link) from Toronto Pride!

[girl_dee]

hello fellow shutterbugs!

Fancy i LOVE that one...

I've been doing some stuff and learning to use some new lenses..

I recently moved my site from smugmug to fine art america.. a membership is 30.00 a year and the site is very nice... anyway if anyone is interested my stuff is at www.cajundeephotos.com (www.cajundeephotos.com)

I've been selling photocards at the resort where I work and thats nice but I'm ready to venture out..

Wil congrats! How did the job pan out?

[little man]

hello fellow shutterbugs!

Fancy i LOVE that one...

I've been doing some stuff and learning to use some new lenses..

I recently moved my site from smugmug to fine art america.. a membership is 30.00 a year and the site is very nice... anyway if anyone is interested my stuff is at www.cajundeephotos.com (www.cajundeephotos.com)

I've been selling photocards at the resort where I work and thats nice but I'm ready to venture out..

Wil congrats! How did the job pan out?


'bout damn time you resurfaced. where you been hiding?

congrats on the postcard sales. that has to feel good!

job went ok...way more work than advertised, but the guy cashed out on it. nothing too interesting to shoot, but what the hell. i did let the building owner know i'd be happy to shoot the building when he's ready to list it and flipped him a card. maybe i'll get lucky and get a call from him.

got a couple other things in the works/planning stages. if anything works out, i'll let y'all know.

[girl_dee]

'bout damn time you resurfaced. where you been hiding?

congrats on the postcard sales. that has to feel good!

job went ok...way more work than advertised, but the guy cashed out on it. nothing too interesting to shoot, but what the hell. i did let the building owner know i'd be happy to shoot the building when he's ready to list it and flipped him a card. maybe i'll get lucky and get a call from him.

got a couple other things in the works/planning stages. if anything works out, i'll let y'all know.

not hiding just working! The summer here is not conducive to creativity out in the field.. your time off is spent resting for the other crazy 6 days of the week..I have managed to get a few pics that I like..I would love some feedback on the website...

Yes it does feel good to sell your work. I remember when I put my cards out there, the first day someone put a photocard on the counter to buy.. I felt like saying.."Seriously? you are paying for that?"... its humbling but at the same time I also know I live in a place that is photoworthy in every direction.. My time has been spent learning how to drive my camera.. and I am there... but I still struggle.. big time. NO confidence!

I was wondering if anyone has any experience with selling photos in coffeeshops etc?

[Corkey]

New photos of the Tall Ships that came to town today.
http://s737.photobucket.com/albums/xx14/Corkey47/Presque%20Isle/Tall%20Ships%202010/

[girl_dee]

VERY nice Corkey!

Check out my moon!

http://cajundeephotos.artistwebsites.com/featured/full-moon-peeking-cajun-dee.html

[Corkey]

Cool! Thanks Sassy.

[little man]

VERY nice Corkey!

Check out my moon!

http://cajundeephotos.artistwebsites.com/featured/full-moon-peeking-cajun-dee.html

well done!

[girl_dee]

thank you!!

[femmedyke]

Hello fellow shutterbugs~

I've not been shooting as much as I would like but here are a few things I've posted to my personal flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/) account if you're interested; it's a bit of a potpourri of images, nature, people, pride. Some are new, some are old.

My most recent gig was shooting my new beekeeping mentor, Grace, and you can view those on my fanpage (http://www.facebook.com/CodePurplePhoto) on facebook.

I have a few sessions booked for this fall, starting tomorrow, for a very adorable couple who just got engaged. I'm so very excited!! I haven't done any marketing and have been relying on word-of-mouth. I decided that I needed to complete a business plan before I begin an active marketing campaign. It's really tedious work!

How is everyone doing? It's almost autumn! Wheeee! One of my most favourite times of year to shoot.... anyone have any special plans?

[BestButchBoy]

Hello fellow shutterbugs~

I've not been shooting as much as I would like but here are a few things I've posted to my personal flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/) account if you're interested; it's a bit of a potpourri of images, nature, people, pride. Some are new, some are old.



Nice pieces and fun self portraits.

Word of mouth is a very effective form of marketing. If you can exploit social media marketing, go for it! e.g. Facebook; Twitter et al.

Hope you and yours enjoys autumn. UGH. Loathe the very idea of winter looming...I need to move west!

Cheers!

[girl_dee]

Hello fellow shutterbugs~

I've not been shooting as much as I would like but here are a few things I've posted to my personal flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/) account if you're interested; it's a bit of a potpourri of images, nature, people, pride. Some are new, some are old.

My most recent gig was shooting my new beekeeping mentor, Grace, and you can view those on my fanpage (http://www.facebook.com/CodePurplePhoto) on facebook.

I have a few sessions booked for this fall, starting tomorrow, for a very adorable couple who just got engaged. I'm so very excited!! I haven't done any marketing and have been relying on word-of-mouth. I decided that I needed to complete a business plan before I begin an active marketing campaign. It's really tedious work!

How is everyone doing? It's almost autumn! Wheeee! One of my most favourite times of year to shoot.... anyone have any special plans?

I love your work! You are also very gorgeous!

Don't stop shooting!

I would love you to take a look at my work and give me some real opinions..(link below)

My plans are to SHOOT and shoot.. i got a new, used 40D canon and i cant wait to use it more..

are any of you on Facebook? I find it easy to share work on facebook with friends..

Even though I make a couple of bucks selling photocards I would love to do some stock work but not even sure where in the world to begin!

[Corkey]

http://s737.photobucket.com/albums/xx14/Corkey47/Presque%20Isle/Tall%20Ships%202010/

New photos from our most excellent adventure. I'll be posting more in awhile.

[girl_dee]

wonderful shots Corkey, I especially love all the rope shots

[Corkey]

Thank you Sassy, we had a ball taking a boat load of photos.

[Fancy]

Favorite shot from the weekend (http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/5wdh1U9vv9cwvxW4spIsDg?feat=directlink)....This is my favorite time of year! :)

[girl_dee]

Favorite shot from the weekend (http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/5wdh1U9vv9cwvxW4spIsDg?feat=directlink)....This is my favorite time of year! :)

Oh I love this! I recently was on a *Field Trip* to the local winery, I wanted some shots like this but we got rained out... :(

I love your work Fancy!

[girl_dee]

I'm really trying to get serious with my photography.. I've always shown my work to my family and friends, just for fun.. so the name Cajun Dee Photos is what I've always used.. however I want to venture out into the world and would like to come up with something more suitable and professional.

How do you all come up with names for photography sites etc?

[Fancy]

This is my favorite time of year....Here's a weekend photo (http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/XAcadgPHvfgaEmCLIlGE9w?feat=directlink) ~ enjoy!

[little man]

following fancy's lead.....

it's not new, but i just ran across it (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wildun_photography/5050513373/)last night. so, new to me...and new to you!

[femmedyke]

took this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5051286324/) back in early september. . . (i heart photos of strangers)

and this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind/5014173711/) is from a recent engagement shoot. . .
I have to admit... I think this is my favourite shoot from the session; I'm actually rather frustrated with the rest of the shots. I feel like I stressed and planned to much - and my better work really does come when I'm spontaneously shooting.

[BestButchBoy]

http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2010/10/21/nyregion/20101021-ny-subway-historical-photos.html?ref=nyregion


"The Subway in Pictures" is an fantastic online gallery of photos documenting decades of the NYC subway.

[katsarecool]

took this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5051286324/) back in early september. . . (i heart photos of strangers)

and this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind/5014173711/) is from a recent engagement shoot. . .
I have to admit... I think this is my favourite shoot from the session; I'm actually rather frustrated with the rest of the shots. I feel like I stressed and planned to much - and my better work really does come when I'm spontaneously shooting.
Beautiful work!!!

[little man]

did a family shoot for a friend today. this (http://www.butchfemmeplanet.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=3846) is one of the shots. it's a rough edit, though.

[Gemme]

http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2010/10/21/nyregion/20101021-ny-subway-historical-photos.html?ref=nyregion


"The Subway in Pictures" is an fantastic online gallery of photos documenting decades of the NYC subway.

I loved the one of the clown waiting at the 42 marker.

[little man]

perhaps a little something (http://http://www.photocompete.com/2010/11/13/exchangesconnect-photo-contest/#more-710) some of us might get off our butts and do?

[girl_dee]

perhaps a little something (http://http://www.photocompete.com/2010/11/13/exchangesconnect-photo-contest/#more-710) some of us might get off our butts and do?


Broken link.. Help!

[little man]

Broken link.. Help!


sorry. let's try this one. (http://www.photocompete.com/2010/11/13/exchangesconnect-photo-contest/)

[girl_dee]

sorry. let's try this one. (http://www.photocompete.com/2010/11/13/exchangesconnect-photo-contest/)
very good.. thank you !

[girl_dee]

The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera.» — Dorothea Lange

[apretty]

i just got a D3100 and i'm considering switching it out for the D90--the D3100 doesn't have bracketing but i'm wondering, do you use bracketing for your HDR or ...?

Really enjoying all the varied, nice shots here.

I got a Nikon D90 and a few lenses last year and have been loving the learning process. Just recently took a Night Photography class in Pt. Reyes and learned a lot about long exposure shooting.

I only shoot digital, love Photoshop and am color blind. (go figure) Of particular interest for my shots are sculpture (especially strong winged female figures) and architecture (especially greek/roman). I've been playing a lot with cross processing/texture lately:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2752/4107483624_58e8e56d7c.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2681/4287056465_a17bb5be33.jpg

What's your dream photowalk/shoot?

[apretty]

...leaning towards the d90. help? anyone? :)

[Corkey]

I have a D40, love it and all lenses are interchangeable.

[apretty]

I have a D40, love it and all lenses are interchangeable.

same with the d90.. with the d3100 i don't get bracketing and can only use the af lenses. but.. i do get 14 megapixies --i think it's not worth the 2 extra megapixel for me, right now--i can look to upgrade in a few years (vs. spending 1500 on the new D7000)

ez's gonna kill me because all this is going to mean a re-purchase. eeps!

[Corkey]

same with the d90.. with the d3100 i don't get bracketing and can only use the af lenses. but.. i do get 14 megapixies --i think it's not worth the 2 extra megapixel for me, right now--i can look to upgrade in a few years (vs. spending 1500 on the new D7000)

ez's gonna kill me because all this is going to mean a re-purchase. eeps!

Ebay the old and amazon the new...

[apretty]

want--and it's close to E's bday!!


http://nikonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Nikon-d7000.jpg

[girl_dee]

can't help, I shoot a Canon. there are so many choices now its so damn hard to choose anything!

[BestButchBoy]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gypsyfw/5213641614/in/faves-25088733@N04/lightbox/


Small collection of some of my favorite photos taken in large part by very talented amateur photographers.

Some of them are rather stunning.

To scroll through, click top arrow that says "older" --->

[girl_dee]

these are great.. I think I like the portraits the most..thanks for posting the link

[Fancy]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gypsyfw/5213641614/in/faves-25088733@N04/lightbox/


Small collection of some of my favorite photos taken in large part by very talented amateur photographers.

Some of them are rather stunning.

To scroll through, click top arrow that says "older" --->

Awesome link! Thanks for sharing these...

[BestButchBoy]

http://i1038.photobucket.com/albums/a464/BestButchBoy/RockefellerCtr2010.jpg

[BestButchBoy]

From NYTimes reader's snow day photos

http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2010/12/26/nyregion/20101226_SNOWDAY.html?src=tptw#/4d189c318e31df554400051f/


Lots of dogs! Why else would you be out, right?

[girl_dee]

received in email today from Digital Photo magazine..

The old year is done and a new one has arrived. What better time to put away bad photographic habits in favor of good ones? Along with eating right and living well, this year you can resolve to take better pictures too. Here’s how.

1. Start carrying your camera more. All the time, if possible. You’ll find yourself shooting more, which always leads to improvement. More than that, though, you’ll learn to shoot from the hip and you’ll wind up with a portfolio of moments the rest of us missed—all because you carry your camera more.

2. Try shooting RAW. Whether you’ve never ventured into RAW territory, or maybe you’ve dabbled with the setting but it never stuck, if you don’t shoot RAW you’re missing out on lots of photo processing power. Even if you don’t make the switch permanently, try shooting RAW captures and processing them in Photoshop, Aperture or Lightroom. You’ll start to see what all the buzz is about once you turn underexposures into perfect exposures, and once color, contrast and sharpness are ideal every time.

3. Stop shooting in Program mode—even just temporarily. Maybe you just aren’t sure how manual exposures work at all, or maybe you’re most of the way there but you just don’t quite get it. Either way, your growth as a photographer is dependent on understanding your tools. So take some pictures in manual mode and see what you learn. Utilize the in-camera meter to set your exposure, then go beyond the basics to adjust for depth of field and sharpness issues. Once you get it, there’s no turning back.

4. Use a tripod. You know those situations in the past where you thought you probably should use a tripod but you still didn’t? Change that this year. Take the time to put your camera on a tripod. More often than not it will translate into clearer, sharper photographs no matter what you’re shooting. And if nothing else, it will help you break a lazy habit that will definitely cost you a good picture someday.

5. Stop settling for okay. Push yourself to make great shots. Always shoot from eye level? Get up high or down low and find a new perspective. Always avoiding wide angles? Give them a shot this year. Don’t know how to control fill flash? Make yourself test it out. Fear keeps us from doing a lot when we’re learning photography, but with feedback from the camera’s LCD leading to immediate corrections, what have you got to lose by trying?

[little man]

thought i'd mention i have some new stuff up in the gallery here, if anyone's interested.

[girl_dee]

thought i'd mention i have some new stuff up in the gallery here, if anyone's interested.

great stuff.. Especially the Heron..

[little man]

i'm ineligible for this competition, but i know some folks here who aren't....

the julia margaret cameron photo award (http://www.photocompete.com/2011/01/10/cameron-photo-award/#more-766)

[Leader]

Anyone doing any mobile photography with their Android or iPhone? They say that "the best camera is the one you have with you." I think that it is somewhat true... shooting more (because I always have my phone with me) teaches me to see different. I've been trying to take at least one photo every day.

I used to have an iPhone but switched to Android (DroidX). There's a great app for the Android platform called Vignette ... it has tons of effects, and if you configure it correctly, you can make it always save the original and then go back and re-process for many different effects.

I sometimes sync my photos to an Apple device and upload them to Instagram (http://www.instagr.am.com)
Any IG users here? Here's my feed: http://instagram.heroku.com/users/75725

Would love to see others

.
“Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever... it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.”
.

[girl_dee]

Leader, thanks for asking... some of my work is on www.cajundeephotos.com .... (It needs an update but dang life is very busy these days!)

I used to shoot more with my Blackberry because I did have it with me most often but now just shoot my Canon...

There are photo forums out there dedicated to cellphone photos..

[Leader]

Leader, thanks for asking... some of my work is on www.cajundeephotos.com .... (It needs an update but dang life is very busy these days!)

I used to shoot more with my Blackberry because I did have it with me most often but now just shoot my Canon...

There are photo forums out there dedicated to cellphone photos..

Yep, I know what you mean. Life does get in the way sometimes. When I actually do have time to do some real shooting, I'll grab my Nikon and head out for the day with all my various lenses and gear. But like I said, sometimes the best camera is the one you have with you. :)

Happy shooting..

[femmedyke]

I've been sorely lacking in my creativity department. I'd rather make art than take photos of people... but I'm good at it and it's currently what makes me the money. Meh. I've been taking this winter break as a chance to get back to what I really like doing. Shooting my animals; my lover... my life... check out our boy atticus (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5349203048/) and here is a fairly new edit of a shot (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5363322477/) I took some time ago... I love it. It speaks to me.

Tell me, where do you find your inspiration? Let's propose a challenge to get each other inspired... I could use a swift kick in the ass and friendly challenge:)

Happy New Year folks.

[Fancy]

I've been sorely lacking in my creativity department. I'd rather make art than take photos of people... but I'm good at it and it's currently what makes me the money. Meh. I've been taking this winter break as a chance to get back to what I really like doing. Shooting my animals; my lover... my life... check out our boy atticus (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5349203048/) and here is a fairly new edit of a shot (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5363322477/) I took some time ago... I love it. It speaks to me.

Tell me, where do you find your inspiration? Let's propose a challenge to get each other inspired... I could use a swift kick in the ass and friendly challenge:)

Happy New Year folks.

I'm all for the swift kick to get some creativity flowing.

I haven't been shooting much, but oddly have had more people coming to me asking me to setup photo shoots. I guess word (or eyes) are starting to open different avenues for me. I'm still standing in the doorway, though, and can't seem to take the next step (i.e. independent business work, charging, etc).

I have a photo-friend coming to visit soon to get me outa the house. I can't wait for our photo excursion. :)

BTW, LOVE the atticus photo....you have an amazing eye.

[girl_dee]

I've been sorely lacking in my creativity department. I'd rather make art than take photos of people... but I'm good at it and it's currently what makes me the money. Meh. I've been taking this winter break as a chance to get back to what I really like doing. Shooting my animals; my lover... my life... check out our boy atticus (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5349203048/) and here is a fairly new edit of a shot (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5363322477/) I took some time ago... I love it. It speaks to me.

Tell me, where do you find your inspiration? Let's propose a challenge to get each other inspired... I could use a swift kick in the ass and friendly challenge:)

Happy New Year folks.


Hiya FemmeDyke.. haven't seen you in a while and I must say I remember your photos and how much I enjoyed them...

What I do is venture out, never going on a *shoot* per se, but take my camera with me... I just start taking in the sights and before you know it there are photo ops galore,, and if not, you still got to take in some sights... so never a loss

Good luck!

[little man]

hey kids,

here's a link to another competition (http://pfmagazine.com/photography-contest/). the fees are reasonable and the deadline is a little ways out. what say we get that gear out and find a good image or three to submit?

[little man]

check this guy's (http://www.jeremyharris.com/)site out. look under portfolios and click on "projects".

i love this shit.

[femmedyke]

check this guy's (http://www.jeremyharris.com/)site out. look under portfolios and click on "projects".

i love this shit.

love that. great find. sometimes i feel like i need to get the hell out of my little world (i've been in the same area for years now) where can i find places like this? does anyone know of a link of places for urban exploration? i only find bits and pieces.

in other news... we're off to Philadelphia for a tattoo convention tomorrow. hoping to get some really great shots... on the road and at the convention.

hope everyone is well... where are all your photos?

click.
amanda

[femmedyke]

1. Start carrying your camera more. All the time, if possible. You’ll find yourself shooting more, which always leads to improvement. More than that, though, you’ll learn to shoot from the hip and you’ll wind up with a portfolio of moments the rest of us missed—all because you carry your camera more.

2. Try shooting RAW. Whether you’ve never ventured into RAW territory, or maybe you’ve dabbled with the setting but it never stuck, if you don’t shoot RAW you’re missing out on lots of photo processing power. Even if you don’t make the switch permanently, try shooting RAW captures and processing them in Photoshop, Aperture or Lightroom. You’ll start to see what all the buzz is about once you turn underexposures into perfect exposures, and once color, contrast and sharpness are ideal every time.

4. Use a tripod. You know those situations in the past where you thought you probably should use a tripod but you still didn’t? Change that this year. Take the time to put your camera on a tripod. More often than not it will translate into clearer, sharper photographs no matter what you’re shooting. And if nothing else, it will help you break a lazy habit that will definitely cost you a good picture someday.

5. Stop settling for okay. Push yourself to make great shots. Always shoot from eye level? Get up high or down low and find a new perspective. Always avoiding wide angles? Give them a shot this year. Don’t know how to control fill flash? Make yourself test it out. Fear keeps us from doing a lot when we’re learning photography, but with feedback from the camera’s LCD leading to immediate corrections, what have you got to lose by trying?


Really wonderful; thanks for sharing! These are the particulars I've already been working on. Anybody else?

[little man]

love that. great find. sometimes i feel like i need to get the hell out of my little world (i've been in the same area for years now) where can i find places like this? does anyone know of a link of places for urban exploration? i only find bits and pieces.

in other news... we're off to Philadelphia for a tattoo convention tomorrow. hoping to get some really great shots... on the road and at the convention.

hope everyone is well... where are all your photos?

click.
amanda

hey, manda

try this link (http://urbanexplorers.net/)

i also did a google search for "urban exploration". it brought back quite a few results. if you've got an evening, have a look and see what works for you.

i'm particularly interested in abandoned insane asylums and penitentiaries. not sure why, but damn....

a friend of mine also found an old cemetery in columbus, oh where the dead from the local penitentiary and the old insane asylum are buried. it's tucked way back, out of the way...no sign or anything. but, the cemetery itself is very well cared for. there's a guy living in the woods near it who keeps an eye on things...chases off kids who come back there to party. good stuff. also shot a really old pet cemetery in columbus, out by the airport.

[little man]

yup, another one (http://paducahphoto.com/). anyone going to submit something? anyone? bueller?

[Fancy]

yup, another one (http://paducahphoto.com/). anyone going to submit something? anyone? bueller?

Sure!

FEBRUARY 25, 2011 TO BEGIN SUBMITTING ENTRIES

[Fancy]

Sometimes I do get to places just when God's ready to have somebody click the shutter. ~Ansel Adams

Finally got to post a few I'd been shooting. Here's my favorite (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/PeR3OiMpGcD9d_bJ0ssNrQ?feat=directlink) from the set.

[citybutch]

HWEDOnBfDUI

if this was already posted my apologies

[Fancy]

yup, another one (http://paducahphoto.com/). anyone going to submit something? anyone? bueller?

Here's another one! The Focus Project (http://www.focusproject2011.com/).... get your work out there! :)

[Sparkle]

HWEDOnBfDUI

if this was already posted my apologies

Amazing!
I would love to see that exhibit!

[citybutch]

Me too!...

Amazing!
I would love to see that exhibit!

[girl_dee]

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=52052&id=100000417343412&l=ce57bb0f9c


SuperMoon Pics

[girl_dee]

great site here :

http://www.learnmyshot.com/

:groupphoto:

[cuddlyfemme]

Just popping in to let all you photographers know how much I appreciate your talent!

[T4Texas]

Photography is one of the few passions I have left in life. I have sold work in a gallery before, but am really more interested in photography for the pleasure it gives me rather than the monetary value to be gained from it. I began photographing years ago to acquire subjects for paintings I wanted to do. Over time, I found photography to be a more creative medium for me and I gave up painting and took up photography.
My favorite subjects are architectural, abandoned buildings, roadside americana (cafes, gas stations, motels, tourist traps). My most recent project for the last few years has been documenting the small towns of Texas which I call Rural Texas in the 21st Century and currently contains about 2000 images. My camera choices are an old Nikon FG film camera which takes wonderful pictures despite being old and has the advantage of being used either fully manually or fully auto which greatly expands your creativity. I also have a Nikon coolpix digital which I love equally for its ease of use and ability to preview your shots. I have also worked with medium format and larger cameras.
My favorite photographers tend to be the older documentary style people like the WPA photographers of the 30's/40's. People like Dorothea Lange, Walker Evans, Margaret Bourke White and such. Probably my all time favorite is a frenchman named Brassai. He was from the same time period and did a lot of night photography. His book, The Secret Paris of the 30's, is a wonderful read in which he photographed the seamier side of life from prostitutes, to dance halls and his pictures of a lesbian bar with women dressed in tuxedos enjoying their evenings are fabulous and certainly worth a look. :fastdraq:

[girl_dee]

Photography is one of the few passions I have left in life. I have sold work in a gallery before, but am really more interested in photography for the pleasure it gives me rather than the monetary value to be gained from it. I began photographing years ago to acquire subjects for paintings I wanted to do. Over time, I found photography to be a more creative medium for me and I gave up painting and took up photography.
My favorite subjects are architectural, abandoned buildings, roadside americana (cafes, gas stations, motels, tourist traps). My most recent project for the last few years has been documenting the small towns of Texas which I call Rural Texas in the 21st Century and currently contains about 2000 images. My camera choices are an old Nikon FG film camera which takes wonderful pictures despite being old and has the advantage of being used either fully manually or fully auto which greatly expands your creativity. I also have a Nikon coolpix digital which I love equally for its ease of use and ability to preview your shots. I have also worked with medium format and larger cameras.
My favorite photographers tend to be the older documentary style people like the WPA photographers of the 30's/40's. People like Dorothea Lange, Walker Evans, Margaret Bourke White and such. Probably my all time favorite is a frenchman named Brassai. He was from the same time period and did a lot of night photography. His book, The Secret Paris of the 30's, is a wonderful read in which he photographed the seamier side of life from prostitutes, to dance halls and his pictures of a lesbian bar with women dressed in tuxedos enjoying their evenings are fabulous and certainly worth a look. :fastdraq:


Do you have your work on a site where we can have a peek?

[T4Texas]

Unfortunately no website, its all either on my computer or in boxes and boxes of negatives.

[Fancy]

Sharing one of my favorites (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/je9qOXVvLOZQILwatnhI-pdStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink) that I was lucky enough to capture this week. Enjoy! PM me if you'd like to see more from the set.

[dixie]

I don't know much about photography. I don't know the jargon, the ins and outs, or much of anything on the technical aspect. All I know is that when I have a camera in my hand, life is good. :)

I usually prefer nature and wildlife shots, but some architectural and still object shots are fun too. Most of mine are just taken around my yard and in the field behind my house. I generally use simple contrast enhancements because that's just what I like to see when I hang them on my wall. I use Lightroom3 or Picasa when I do adjustments. I honestly have no idea how to make them turn out as beautiful as the ones I've seen from the folks on this thread, but I'm learning as I go along. :)


Here is a link to some of mine. You may need to start on the last page and go forward, because the ones on the first page are kinda sucky. Well, for all I know they may all be kinda sucky, but that's ok too. LOL :D


http://www.flickr.com/photos/crystalds79/

[femmedyke]

Great shots, Dixie! I especially love the one with rusty car.

I just love that cemetery shot Fancy; work's perfect in sepia.

Here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5689383452/in/photostream) is a person shot I took outside of Harrisburg, PA a few weeks ago.

In honour of Mother's day here are two of my most favourite maternity shots to date. Gah, I would just love to photograph mama-to-be's for a living.

Tick Tock (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind/5519263268/in/photostream) and Vroom Vroom (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cruel2bekind/5549948110/in/photostream/)

[little man]

just thought i'd throw this out here.

sunset photo contest (http://www.photocompete.com/2011/05/14/sunset-photography-contest/)

reasonable entry fee...and who doesn't have one (or a hundred) of these?


also...

did some actor headshots last night for a guy. i think they came out nice...have a look (http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Wildun-Photography/216358705048277), if you're so inclined.


a week from today, i'm lined up to do some production/still photos for a local dyke director. excitement! i'll post pics when the shoot is done.

have a great monday!

[dixie]

just thought i'd throw this out here.

sunset photo contest (http://www.photocompete.com/2011/05/14/sunset-photography-contest/)

reasonable entry fee...and who doesn't have one (or a hundred) of these?


also...

did some actor headshots last night for a guy. i think they came out nice...have a look (http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Wildun-Photography/216358705048277), if you're so inclined.


a week from today, i'm lined up to do some production/still photos for a local dyke director. excitement! i'll post pics when the shoot is done.

have a great monday!

Figures all I have are sunrises...lol

The headshots look great!

[little man]

Figures all I have are sunrises...lol

The headshots look great!


you could always stay up late and get a sunset shot. :)

thank you...

[little man]

i ran across this interesting article (http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/21666).

has anyone here tried making a pinhole camera? if so, do tell....

[Daktari]

Brassai
http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=brassai&hl=en&client=firefox-a&hs=04O&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&prmd=ivns&source=lnms&tbm=isch&ei=O-jTTcH-C9Sw8QP0m4X3Cg&sa=X&oi=mode_link&ct=mode&cd=2&ved=0CBgQ_AUoAQ&biw=1421&bih=832

One of my faves...Helmut Newton
http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=helmut+newton&hl=en&client=firefox-a&hs=C6O&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&prmd=ivnsob&source=lnms&tbm=isch&ei=hejTTYSQEZG08QP8ueD3Cg&sa=X&oi=mode_link&ct=mode&cd=2&ved=0CCUQ_AUoAQ&biw=1421&bih=832

[little man]

hey folks

i interviewed today for a position as in-house photographer for an antiques auction house here. i would very much appreciate it if y'all would send some big ass mojo vibes to the woman i interviewed with...so's she'll hire me. it's decent enough money to start and fully paid health insurance (something i haven't had in years) after 90 days. oh, and i get to see/shoot/touch fabulous antiquities.

thanks!

[little man]

ok, folks...the entry fee is just right on this one. yup, it's FREE and, you can submit up to 3 images. oh, did i mention there's still a couple of months before it closes? uh huh...that means you have time to go shoot some stuff.

now, how 'bout it fancy? sassy? dixielady? hmmm? i will if you will. :)

[girl_dee]

Wil I must be missing the link for that one... where is it?


Good luck on this one!!

[little man]

Wil I must be missing the link for that one... where is it?


Good luck on this one!!


oh hell. the some-timer's got me.

here's the linkage (http://blog.burrard-lucas.com/2011/05/landscape-photo-competition/). sorry 'bout that.

[violaine]

good luck! :rrose:

[Tommi]

hey folks

i interviewed today for a position as in-house photographer for an antiques auction house here. i would very much appreciate it if y'all would send some big ass mojo vibes to the woman i interviewed with...so's she'll hire me. it's decent enough money to start and fully paid health insurance (something i haven't had in years) after 90 days. oh, and i get to see/shoot/touch fabulous antiquities.

thanks!

http://www.trademarkia.com/logo-images/alswc-group/good-mojo-77845997.jpg
http://www.trademarkia.com/logo-images/alswc-group/good-mojo-77845997.jpg
http://www.trademarkia.com/logo-images/alswc-group/good-mojo-77845997.jpg

[little man]

just finished up day two of production photos for an indy zombie short being shot here in austin. i discovered that i'm on a learning curve with this sort of photography...i have to remember that i'm shooting production photos, not the movie. i have also discovered i need to add a couple of faster lenses to my armory.

tomorrow and tuesday, i'll be doing production photos for a dyke movie being shot here. it's a film adaptation of "Valencia" by michelle tea. each chapter of the book will be shot by a different director and cast. sounds like an interesting project.

for now, i'll leave you with my final heroes vs zombies (http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/photo.php?fbid=10150197420574586&set=a.10150196817199586.324932.698804585&type=1&theater) shot for today.

[Fancy]

oh hell. the some-timer's got me.

here's the linkage (http://blog.burrard-lucas.com/2011/05/landscape-photo-competition/). sorry 'bout that.

Ok ok ok....yes, I'll do it if you will too. I'll post here when my submission is in. You do the same.

Btw - thank you for always encouraging me. :)

[Fancy]

Do you have an idea yet of what faster lens you're looking for?



just finished up day two of production photos for an indy zombie short being shot here in austin. i discovered that i'm on a learning curve with this sort of photography...i have to remember that i'm shooting production photos, not the movie. i have also discovered i need to add a couple of faster lenses to my armory.

tomorrow and tuesday, i'll be doing production photos for a dyke movie being shot here. it's a film adaptation of "Valencia" by michelle tea. each chapter of the book will be shot by a different director and cast. sounds like an interesting project.

for now, i'll leave you with my final heroes vs zombies (http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/photo.php?fbid=10150197420574586&set=a.10150196817199586.324932.698804585&type=1&theater) shot for today.

[little man]

Do you have an idea yet of what faster lens you're looking for?

i'm shooting with my nikon and a canon (a friend gave me a great deal on it). i have a couple of manual focus lenses for the nikon that give me great, sharp pics...unfortunately, my eyesight is not what it used to be so using them is a crapshoot so far as focus goes. i find that i rely more and more on the autofocus lenses.

the canon came w/ an 18-55 f3.5-5.6 that's very serviceable. i wouldn't mind having a 50mm 1.4 or 1.8 for low light, indoor shooting. it's fast enough to accomodate the low light and will lessen any hand shake from handheld shots. i'd also like to have one for the nikon as well.

i'm not very happy with the autofocus lenses i got with the nikon. the focus is just a little too soft. i'd like to have a 70-200 zoom. that covers a lot of range...couple that with a 1.4x teleconverter and it's close to a 90-280 zoom. i like the teleconverter i have for the nikon and would invest in another for the canon. it's small and gives me an "extra" lens. problem with that is that you lose an f stop or two when you use it. longer lenses with 1.4 or 1.8 f stop are hideously expensive, though.

that's as far as i've gotten on considering lenses right now. i'll keep an eye on craigslist and the pawn shops, though...you can sometimes get a great deal.

i'm finding the wider angle lenses are working nicely for interior shots with marginal lighting. i'm having to learn to shoot action sequences. fortunately, it seems the director will run the actors through the scene a time or two before they actually shoot. i've been reading a little about sound blimps...they deaden the shutter noise in the camera, which allows for shooting while filming is going on...without the sound being picked up by the sound boom. since those are insanely high, i may look into making a couple for my cameras. i swear my project list is getting unreasonably long. :)

the film i'm starting on today seems to be more character/plot driven than action. i'm hoping that will make it easier to shoot. we'll see about that, though.

hope this answered at least part of your question...i'm just now on my first cuppa coffee and don't make sense to myself either.

[Fancy]

Perfect sense! Have you found a good local camera supply, or are you surfing the web for gear?

Got my fingers crossed for Tuesday, even though I know you don't need extra luck. You got this in the bag. :)

i'm shooting with my nikon and a canon (a friend gave me a great deal on it). i have a couple of manual focus lenses for the nikon that give me great, sharp pics...unfortunately, my eyesight is not what it used to be so using them is a crapshoot so far as focus goes. i find that i rely more and more on the autofocus lenses.

the canon came w/ an 18-55 f3.5-5.6 that's very serviceable. i wouldn't mind having a 50mm 1.4 or 1.8 for low light, indoor shooting. it's fast enough to accomodate the low light and will lessen any hand shake from handheld shots. i'd also like to have one for the nikon as well.

i'm not very happy with the autofocus lenses i got with the nikon. the focus is just a little too soft. i'd like to have a 70-200 zoom. that covers a lot of range...couple that with a 1.4x teleconverter and it's close to a 90-280 zoom. i like the teleconverter i have for the nikon and would invest in another for the canon. it's small and gives me an "extra" lens. problem with that is that you lose an f stop or two when you use it. longer lenses with 1.4 or 1.8 f stop are hideously expensive, though.

that's as far as i've gotten on considering lenses right now. i'll keep an eye on craigslist and the pawn shops, though...you can sometimes get a great deal.

i'm finding the wider angle lenses are working nicely for interior shots with marginal lighting. i'm having to learn to shoot action sequences. fortunately, it seems the director will run the actors through the scene a time or two before they actually shoot. i've been reading a little about sound blimps...they deaden the shutter noise in the camera, which allows for shooting while filming is going on...without the sound being picked up by the sound boom. since those are insanely high, i may look into making a couple for my cameras. i swear my project list is getting unreasonably long. :)

the film i'm starting on today seems to be more character/plot driven than action. i'm hoping that will make it easier to shoot. we'll see about that, though.

hope this answered at least part of your question...i'm just now on my first cuppa coffee and don't make sense to myself either.

[little man]

Perfect sense! Have you found a good local camera supply, or are you surfing the web for gear?

Got my fingers crossed for Tuesday, even though I know you don't need extra luck. You got this in the bag. :)

i appreciate the mojo. it'd be a swell job. and i can shoot movies and music in my spare time!

honestly, i'm looking on the web for stuff. the stores are just so damn high. i realize they need to make a profit, but damn. i was looking into softboxes for lights. insane prices. so, i made my own. they don't look all fancy, but they do a great job and give a nice light for portraits or for product stuff in a light tent. i was able to make them for much less than what they sell for through camera stores. i haven't made a light tent yet, but i don't think it'd be all that difficult...

i'd think that you're in a pretty good area to find gear reasonably priced. there are universities near to you and i'll bet you can find gear that students are looking to part with. i've found some really great deals in pawn shops, too. just take your camera body with you and try the stuff out. if they don't want to let you do that, chances are they're trying to hide something. or maybe i'm overly suspicious.

[girl_dee]

i'm shooting with my nikon and a canon (a friend gave me a great deal on it). i have a couple of manual focus lenses for the nikon that give me great, sharp pics...unfortunately, my eyesight is not what it used to be so using them is a crapshoot so far as focus goes. i find that i rely more and more on the autofocus lenses.

the canon came w/ an 18-55 f3.5-5.6 that's very serviceable. i wouldn't mind having a 50mm 1.4 or 1.8 for low light, indoor shooting. it's fast enough to accomodate the low light and will lessen any hand shake from handheld shots. i'd also like to have one for the nikon as well.

i'm not very happy with the autofocus lenses i got with the nikon. the focus is just a little too soft. i'd like to have a 70-200 zoom. that covers a lot of range...couple that with a 1.4x teleconverter and it's close to a 90-280 zoom. i like the teleconverter i have for the nikon and would invest in another for the canon. it's small and gives me an "extra" lens. problem with that is that you lose an f stop or two when you use it. longer lenses with 1.4 or 1.8 f stop are hideously expensive, though.

that's as far as i've gotten on considering lenses right now. i'll keep an eye on craigslist and the pawn shops, though...you can sometimes get a great deal.

i'm finding the wider angle lenses are working nicely for interior shots with marginal lighting. i'm having to learn to shoot action sequences. fortunately, it seems the director will run the actors through the scene a time or two before they actually shoot. i've been reading a little about sound blimps...they deaden the shutter noise in the camera, which allows for shooting while filming is going on...without the sound being picked up by the sound boom. since those are insanely high, i may look into making a couple for my cameras. i swear my project list is getting unreasonably long. :)

the film i'm starting on today seems to be more character/plot driven than action. i'm hoping that will make it easier to shoot. we'll see about that, though.

hope this answered at least part of your question...i'm just now on my first cuppa coffee and don't make sense to myself either.


Regarding the teleconverter. I have one for my Canon and I don't like it. Can't get a clear shot. I went cheap and bought a kenko one. Not worth it, I wonder if the Canon one would have been a better buy.

B&H often sells used pieces, may be worth a shot. I got my 40D from them for 500.00 and it works great.

[little man]

hey folks

i interviewed today for a position as in-house photographer for an antiques auction house here. i would very much appreciate it if y'all would send some big ass mojo vibes to the woman i interviewed with...so's she'll hire me. it's decent enough money to start and fully paid health insurance (something i haven't had in years) after 90 days. oh, and i get to see/shoot/touch fabulous antiquities.

thanks!

no go on the job. apparently, someone with auction experience turned up and was offered the position.

obviously, my density (yes, gratuitous back to the future reference) lies elsewhere. thanks, everyone, for the well wishes. off to bake pies and edit photos from recent shoots.

[Fancy]

no go on the job. apparently, someone with auction experience turned up and was offered the position.

obviously, my density (yes, gratuitous back to the future reference) lies elsewhere. thanks, everyone, for the well wishes. off to bake pies and edit photos from recent shoots.

Yes, it means there is something better in store for you.

They couldn't handle your awesomeness. :)

[little man]

Yes, it means there is something better in store for you.

They couldn't handle your awesomeness. :)

thanks, fancy...that's sweet of you. i'm disappointed, but undaunted. just means i can see about getting more film shoot gigs. that's ok by me, although i wish they paid. :)

as a side note...i found it interesting that when i called this morning, the woman i interviewed with felt compelled to explain to me why i wasn't hired. then told me that you never know how things will work out and for me to keep an eye out for another ad from them. go figure.

[girl_dee]

just thought i'd throw this out here.

sunset photo contest (http://www.photocompete.com/2011/05/14/sunset-photography-contest/)

reasonable entry fee...and who doesn't have one (or a hundred) of these?


also...

did some actor headshots last night for a guy. i think they came out nice...have a look (http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Wildun-Photography/216358705048277), if you're so inclined.


a week from today, i'm lined up to do some production/still photos for a local dyke director. excitement! i'll post pics when the shoot is done.

have a great monday!

I actually decided to try to enter this one, but I was too late. THe one that did win was very nice! They have contests every Friday I think. It appears that you win based on the amount of votes you get, she got 6 votes = 30.00. Not bad for a little fun.

Thanks Wil, good luck on your next adventure!

[Fancy]

Here are a few favorites I shot on a recent outing...

Savannah Sleeps ~ 5/2011 (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/mpREuOAzjtFyicfZK1zJC5dStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink)

Gnome Alone ~ 5/2011 (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/Bzrz0cwlq1rIPZ6fEVVDzZdStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink)

Return to a Time ~ 5/2011 (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/SY963ez5XqM7AQrLOkxe9pdStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink)

Enjoy the peep show...

[girl_dee]

Here are a few favorites I shot on a recent outing...

Savannah Sleeps ~ 5/2011 (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/mpREuOAzjtFyicfZK1zJC5dStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink)

Gnome Alone ~ 5/2011 (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/Bzrz0cwlq1rIPZ6fEVVDzZdStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink)

Return to a Time ~ 5/2011 (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/SY963ez5XqM7AQrLOkxe9pdStiNwZP-7R5ngnKgdan4?feat=directlink)

Enjoy the peep show...


I love them!!!

[Merlin]

http://i55.tinypic.com/ogmhhj.jpg

I took this in the Maldives ..

http://i56.tinypic.com/2wej6mb.jpg

^ and this.

[femmedyke]

Those are really cute Merlin! What did you shoot 'em with, or did I miss that in a previous post?

I'm very curious to chat with you all about post processing photos. I'm a whore for photoshop, love to play with overlays, textures and actions. Piscean is much more organic in her photography usually likes it SOOC... but I'm a sucker for taking my shots and creating more with them, most of the times. What are your thoughts?

Here are a few of my newest shots. . . (Fancy I copied your format for posting - hope you don't mind!)

Gathering Eggs (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5754247839/in/photostream)
(This was taken at Polyface Farms (mentioned in Food Inc.) in rural Virginia last month)

All for Believing (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5756144349/in/photostream)

The Sacred is in the Ordinary (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5761339561/in/photostream)

and this (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedivinemissm/5795269909/in/photostream) one was a tribute to our late kitty, Petunia.

Shooting a family tomorrow morning (in like 5 hours, ack!) But really looking forward to doing some personal soul searching this summer through the view finder. What have you all been shooting? Share!

fondly,
Amanda

[girl_dee]

Hi Amanda!

I have always been a fan of your work. I love the photos, especially Tuna Pie :)


I don't have PS, but I am tempted.

I guess for ME, When I shot on film, it was such an adrenaline rush. Getting JUST the right shot, then waiting to see if it was any good. I remember each time I clicked thinking .27 cents, .27 cents, that is what I calculated the cost of each shot. Now I kinda shoot, shoot, ahhhh I can delete it later, I can darken/lighten it later, I don't take nearly the time I used to in any of it. I use Picasa for processing only. I have Aperture but I hate it. I am interested in working in layers and would love to learn how to do that.

I guess I have to buy PS to even think about it, I love that I don't have PS, I am afraid I will become even more lazy.
:seeingstars:

[dixie]

I use the Picassa also. I think I may break down and buy PS today. I haz a coupon for 30% off PS Elements. I think that will be a good starting point into it. (I have PS Lightroom but haven't delved too deeply into it, just some basic contrasting.)

[girl_dee]

I use the Picassa also. I think I may break down and buy PS today. I haz a coupon for 30% off PS Elements. I think that will be a good starting point into it. (I have PS Lightroom but haven't delved too deeply into it, just some basic contrasting.)

Which is what Aperture is basically. Why do I feel so guilty using these programs??

What is the diff between PS and Elements?

[Merlin]

I used a sony cybershot,great for up close nature pictures. Rubbish for landscapes.

[Merlin]

I was laid next to them for two hrs and had my camera on burst.

[dixie]

Took this in our old barn earlier today.

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/254483_10150205929827144_679802143_7399852_1455860 _n.jpg

[girl_dee]

I was laid next to them for two hrs and had my camera on burst.

How did you battery last? I am not sure how long mine would last.

[girl_dee]

Took this in our old barn earlier today.

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/254483_10150205929827144_679802143_7399852_1455860 _n.jpg

I love this! I took some barn shots earlier too, haven't loaded them yet though.

[Tommi]

Love this site...

You folks have some awesome stuff. Thanks for the inspiration to keep shooting. I just did my virgin download; 900 images from my cell phone to the MAC....whooosh

Still struggling with the MacBook photo program, and anything Adobe just keeps locking up. So, off to visit Apple store sometime this week.

Subscribed for awe inspiring stuff.

[girl_dee]

Love this site...

You folks have some awesome stuff. Thanks for the inspiration to keep shooting. I just did my virgin download; 900 images from my cell phone to the MAC....whooosh

Still struggling with the MacBook photo program, and anything Adobe just keeps locking up. So, off to visit Apple store sometime this week.

Subscribed for awe inspiring stuff.



Which Mac program? Have you tried just using Picasa? It's easy and quick.

[girl_dee]

This is a pretty good site ... http://www.learnmyshot.com/

Free contest, enter by June 15!

[Linus]

Some interesting news about a new kind of camera: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/22/technology/22camera.html?_r=2&pagewanted=1

Basically, it allows you to change the focus of a shot after you've taken it. Very cool!

[VintageFemme]

aha! here is where i was looking for. [subscribing]

really beautiful stuff ya'll are sharing! inviting anyone interested to click my signature below which is where i'm shoeboxing my photos, or the ones i'm not embarrassed to show that is.

i shoot primarily w/ my minolta srt202 [mhmm ... film] and when i can afford it, my holga 120 or kodak brownie. 120 film is expensive! but y'know, i've never been an advocate of 'what camera do you shoot with?' i'm much more interested in what you shot. i don't really care to see your camera but i would love to see your photos!

[girl_dee]

VINTAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


SO happy to see you here! I miss you and your work!!!!

[VintageFemme]

VINTAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


SO happy to see you here! I miss you and your work!!!!

aw :) so sweet... thank you sassy!

p.s. i love that photo of you in your signature w/ the fish!

[ruffryder]

I enjoy taking some scenery shots. . I will be making a cross country road trip real soon on my move to FL from CO and I would like to get a good digital camera to use on my way. This is something I will use again as I do like to take photos with my cell phone. I know a camera would take a greater picture and it is something to invest in. So what do you all recommend for a starter? Great thread and ideas here and for sure great photos!

Thanks!

[girl_dee]

I enjoy taking some scenery shots. . I will be making a cross country road trip real soon on my move to FL from CO and I would like to get a good digital camera to use on my way. This is something I will use again as I do like to take photos with my cell phone. I know a camera would take a greater picture and it is something to invest in. So what do you all recommend for a starter? Great thread and ideas here and for sure great photos!

Thanks!

Are you looking for a point and shoot type camera? Like this:

http://blog.letsbuy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/canon-point-and-shoot.gif

[ruffryder]

anything that will be a good long term investment that I can possibly hook up to a printer to print photos and onto my computer to upload images..

maybe something also with a timer and a tri pod. .

First something just to catch some great scenery photos with what I mentioned up above and then second to consider the timer and tri pod. . I want options but not have to spend too much to get started. Thanks!

[little man]

i shot my first wedding this past weekend, on staten island. a little nervous, but not too bad. have a look (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wildun-Photography/216358705048277#!/media/set/?set=a.278515968832550.88311.216358705048277&type=1), if you'd like to see.

[AlphaDrug]

I do mostly fashion and portrait work, I'm trying to get my foot in the door for wedding photography, currently working on getting an assistant job. ^_^ I have a website but its sorely out of date, I've been too busy to take any portfolio worthy shots... T_T

~Fashion/Portrait ~

http://csmithphotography.webs.com/Evin1.jpg

http://csmithphotography.webs.com/n1225530088_30297672_1771324.jpg

http://csmithphotography.webs.com/5329_1146405820079_1225530088_30468768_1976747_n.j pg

http://csmithphotography.webs.com/5329_1146405620074_1225530088_30468763_2574001_n.j pg

~Wedding ~

http://csmithphotography.webs.com/6369_1131313482780_1225530088_30429298_3806119_n.j pg

~Architecture ~

http://csmithphotography.webs.com/281845_1965238210377_1225530088_31954584_4276304_n .jpg

[girl_dee]

anything that will be a good long term investment that I can possibly hook up to a printer to print photos and onto my computer to upload images..

maybe something also with a timer and a tri pod. .

First something just to catch some great scenery photos with what I mentioned up above and then second to consider the timer and tri pod. . I want options but not have to spend too much to get started. Thanks!

Most all cameras come with a self timer now. Tripod is a must if you are going to do anything other than chase active beings around. Most cameras come with a USB cord to plug right into a printer.. or a computer then printed from there...

There are pretty much 3 categories of cameras....


The point and shoot that I posted earlier costs 100.00 -200.00.. not much control on them but some, I don't know what your level of experience is but you can get some really great point and shoot cameras these days, most of the postcards I sold in Oregon were with my point and shoot.

The second is this kind:

http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_PowerShot_SX10_IS/images/CanonSX10_front_400.jpg

Cost between 300.00 - 500.00.. the lens is attached so you have no cost with buying lenses, and some zooms are really good. You can shoot in full point and shoot automatic, semi automatic or fully manual. I had one that i loved, I just wanted more control.


The 3rd is this kind :

http://fieldherper.com/fieldherper/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/canon_40d-intro.jpg

Just the body with no lenses cost at least 500.00 up to 5,000.00. The lenses are seperate. I have the 40d shown above and got it used for $500.00.. my lenses are between 200.00 and 800.00 each. So this is quite an investment all at once. The common recommendation is to get a good camera, but put your money in the lenses.


I hope this helps.

[girl_dee]

Wil , the wedding pics came out great..
I am sure the couple was pleased, I am not brave enough to shoot people because I suck at lighting! I prefer to shoot a bug or a tree.


I was out in the barn this evening and saw some really great lighting and creepy webs and such, I think I will set up a shoot in there..

[little man]

Wil , the wedding pics came out great..
I am sure the couple was pleased, I am not brave enough to shoot people because I suck at lighting! I prefer to shoot a bug or a tree.


I was out in the barn this evening and saw some really great lighting and creepy webs and such, I think I will set up a shoot in there..

thanks, dee. if they hadn't been friends of mine for years, i'd likely have said no. i feel a little more confident about weddings now...so, may look into doing some of that. not that i'm looking to make that my living, but some cash here and there is certainly nice. and, you know i love shooting people. these are just dressed up people. :)

how about shooting the webs with lightning popping in the background? that would be some cool stuff. please share what you get, ok?

[girl_dee]

thanks, dee. if they hadn't been friends of mine for years, i'd likely have said no. i feel a little more confident about weddings now...so, may look into doing some of that. not that i'm looking to make that my living, but some cash here and there is certainly nice. and, you know i love shooting people. these are just dressed up people. :)

how about shooting the webs with lightning popping in the background? that would be some cool stuff. please share what you get, ok?

Will do ! Thanks for the nudge, I always back out of these things.

[little man]

Will do ! Thanks for the nudge, I always back out of these things.

you know i'm here to nudge (or butt kick) if you need it. :)

[girl_dee]

you know i'm here to nudge (or butt kick) if you need it. :)

*nods*.. thank you, evening light is great will try that :|

[girl_dee]

Ok first of many, the barn is amazing and until I got in there to shoot it, I had no idea how many millions of pics I want to take in there!


http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.250130365027750.67019.205479212826199&type=1

Honest comments and feedback is welcome please!

[little man]

as you may or may not know, we've got a bunch of wildfires going down here in tx. there was a relatively small fire a couple miles from the house, so we went looking for it. and we found it. of course, we couldn't get to a place where we could see the fire (they keep blocking the damn roads), but i did manage to get some shots of the army helicopter that was doing water drops on the fire.

you can see them here (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150302309964586.356117.698804585&saved#!/media/set/?set=a.10150302309964586.356117.698804585&type=1), if you care to have a look.