Another Texan
Feb 15, 2017 11:07:39 #
Blake2
Loc: East Texas
Great site and I appreciate the opportunity to join. Lots to see and learn.
I'm shooting an older Nikon (digital) with 18-135mm kit lens . I like old worn and used people, places and machinery, especially railroad related.
I also like anything involving ranching, livestock or related traditions.
It will be fun and educational to participate in some of the discussions.
Blake
I'm shooting an older Nikon (digital) with 18-135mm kit lens . I like old worn and used people, places and machinery, especially railroad related.
I also like anything involving ranching, livestock or related traditions.
It will be fun and educational to participate in some of the discussions.
Blake
Feb 15, 2017 11:12:28 #
Feb 15, 2017 12:56:55 #
I'm with Vicki!!!
In May, there should be covered wagon races just outside Palestine. Friday is the best day to get shots.
I've not heard it announced yet, maybe photographers steam train ride in Palestine and in May, as well.
Welcome to the forum!!
Pat
In May, there should be covered wagon races just outside Palestine. Friday is the best day to get shots.
I've not heard it announced yet, maybe photographers steam train ride in Palestine and in May, as well.
Welcome to the forum!!
Pat
Feb 15, 2017 13:39:25 #
Blake2
Loc: East Texas
Thank You Vicki and Pat
I'm not aware of the wagon races at Palestine so I'm learning already,that will be on my "To Do" list for sure.
The Texas State Railroad has some uncertainty this season. They just let most of their employees go and the contracted operator is probably going to be replaced.
Hopefully all will turn out well and employees will be rehired to get everything back on schedule.
I'm not too much on shooting tourist areas and events although some are very interesting and great subjects. I tend to concentrate on a subject that catches my interest and mainly my curiosity about what the story is behind it. I confess that the subject is more the object of my photography rather than the composition and that leaves me lacking in my skills. That is one excellent reason to join this group to improve my way of seeing and recording what interests me.
I shot only black and white for years when using my film cameras but find the versatility of the digital camera a real plus where you can have both.
I have saved some excellent shots from other photographers to my computer, some without knowing who the original belongs to and others with proper credits because I find them inspirational to study them before I go out with my camera.
I will try to post a picture or two over the next few days and would really appreciate any suggestions for improvement.
Meanwhile I will explore and enjoy all of the fine photography here on this site
Blake
I'm not aware of the wagon races at Palestine so I'm learning already,that will be on my "To Do" list for sure.
The Texas State Railroad has some uncertainty this season. They just let most of their employees go and the contracted operator is probably going to be replaced.
Hopefully all will turn out well and employees will be rehired to get everything back on schedule.
I'm not too much on shooting tourist areas and events although some are very interesting and great subjects. I tend to concentrate on a subject that catches my interest and mainly my curiosity about what the story is behind it. I confess that the subject is more the object of my photography rather than the composition and that leaves me lacking in my skills. That is one excellent reason to join this group to improve my way of seeing and recording what interests me.
I shot only black and white for years when using my film cameras but find the versatility of the digital camera a real plus where you can have both.
I have saved some excellent shots from other photographers to my computer, some without knowing who the original belongs to and others with proper credits because I find them inspirational to study them before I go out with my camera.
I will try to post a picture or two over the next few days and would really appreciate any suggestions for improvement.
Meanwhile I will explore and enjoy all of the fine photography here on this site
Blake
Feb 15, 2017 18:31:15 #
Welcome! Looking forward to your posts and pictures. Happy shooting!
Feb 15, 2017 18:42:44 #
Blake, here is the web site.
http://www.1836chuckwagonrace.com/
Friday 21st will be the best day for you. Saturday will be crowded.
If you make it, bring some lens power. You will need some reach.
Pat
http://www.1836chuckwagonrace.com/
Friday 21st will be the best day for you. Saturday will be crowded.
If you make it, bring some lens power. You will need some reach.
Pat
Feb 15, 2017 19:40:19 #
Blake2
Loc: East Texas
Thank You Nature Shooter and Thank you Pat for the link.
I've been to the wagon races in Calgary so there is no way I'll miss this event in April. Looks like fun in the first degree.
I may have to shoot film since my digital reach is only 135mm.Maybe the light conditions will be in my favor .
Blake
I've been to the wagon races in Calgary so there is no way I'll miss this event in April. Looks like fun in the first degree.
I may have to shoot film since my digital reach is only 135mm.Maybe the light conditions will be in my favor .
Blake
Feb 16, 2017 06:31:39 #
Feb 16, 2017 06:59:55 #
Feb 16, 2017 07:35:42 #
Welcome Blake2, I look forward to seeing some shots from you.
Blake2 wrote:
Great site and I appreciate the opportunity to join. Lots to see and learn.
I'm shooting an older Nikon (digital) with 18-135mm kit lens . I like old worn and used people, places and machinery, especially railroad related.
I also like anything involving ranching, livestock or related traditions.
It will be fun and educational to participate in some of the discussions.
Blake
I'm shooting an older Nikon (digital) with 18-135mm kit lens . I like old worn and used people, places and machinery, especially railroad related.
I also like anything involving ranching, livestock or related traditions.
It will be fun and educational to participate in some of the discussions.
Blake
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