New here, from Michigan.
Jan 21, 2017 10:37:29 #
Thank you, Jill Cline, for suggesting this forum as a great get away from the politics-ridden Facebook!
I'm a Michigan grandmother who can't breathe if I can't find something to photograph. I photograph a lot of bird feeder birds, red fox in our field whenever they have a litter to document, and my grandkids' sporting events.
I would classify myself as a camera addict, as I have a multitude of cameras around the house, each one with a specific forte' that it is best for. For wildlife I use a Canon dslr and a Tamron 150-600mm lens. If I'm out on a walk I will carry a Nikon P900 point and shoot because it has an enormous zoom and its lightweight, though the photo quality can not rival a dslr. For indoors I typically use a Sony A6000.
I know very little about off camera flash, and someday I hope to learn so I can do better portraits of the family.
Full frame cameras and expensive glass aren't in my budget, and I do suffer from gear envy, though I try to remind myself that the "best" camera is the one you have with you when the photo opp arises. :)
I look forward to perusing the forum, enjoying your photos, and learning something along the way!
I'm a Michigan grandmother who can't breathe if I can't find something to photograph. I photograph a lot of bird feeder birds, red fox in our field whenever they have a litter to document, and my grandkids' sporting events.
I would classify myself as a camera addict, as I have a multitude of cameras around the house, each one with a specific forte' that it is best for. For wildlife I use a Canon dslr and a Tamron 150-600mm lens. If I'm out on a walk I will carry a Nikon P900 point and shoot because it has an enormous zoom and its lightweight, though the photo quality can not rival a dslr. For indoors I typically use a Sony A6000.
I know very little about off camera flash, and someday I hope to learn so I can do better portraits of the family.
Full frame cameras and expensive glass aren't in my budget, and I do suffer from gear envy, though I try to remind myself that the "best" camera is the one you have with you when the photo opp arises. :)
I look forward to perusing the forum, enjoying your photos, and learning something along the way!
Jan 21, 2017 10:49:48 #
Welcome Michigander!
Sounds like you have great set up for your photo needs.
I think you will like it here.
Sounds like you have great set up for your photo needs.
I think you will like it here.
Jan 21, 2017 10:56:24 #
Welcome to the group. There are a few of us Michiganders here and a LOT of help about ANYTHING photographic! If you get a craving for politics there's a place here for that too. Enjoy yourself! Looking forward to seeing some posts from you.
Jan 21, 2017 10:59:18 #
Bear2
Loc: Southeast,, MI
Just Trying To Focus wrote:
Thank you, Jill Cline, for suggesting this forum a... (show quote)
Welcome to the forum!
Duane
Jan 21, 2017 11:04:37 #
Jamers
Loc: Michigan
Welcome Michigander, always nice to see local talent. This site will be beneficial for you, it appears you suffer from the same addiction many of us have, cannot be cured just treated by purchasing new gear.
Just Trying To Focus wrote:
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Jan 21, 2017 13:51:55 #
Welcome! Looking forward to your posts and pictures. Happy shooting!
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Jan 22, 2017 07:36:04 #
Welcome to UHH.
You will find great advice and help here. I know what you mean about fb. I'm a Grandma from Indiana. We live just a few miles from the Michigan state line. My Husband and I are on a long weekend getaway in your lovely state right now. This year we're going to go to a ghost town in Michigan just for the photo opportunities. Oh and BTW, I think most photographers suffer from GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome).
You will find great advice and help here. I know what you mean about fb. I'm a Grandma from Indiana. We live just a few miles from the Michigan state line. My Husband and I are on a long weekend getaway in your lovely state right now. This year we're going to go to a ghost town in Michigan just for the photo opportunities. Oh and BTW, I think most photographers suffer from GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome).
Jan 22, 2017 07:45:47 #
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