New to digital photography
Jul 28, 2017 11:31:55 #
I am a retired physician, was a medical toxicologist, hence my user name.
I spent a lot of my 75 years shooting photos. My background in photography included first my Brownie Hawkie, then went to using my Dad's Rolleiflex for many years. I used a Speed Graphic while in high school and college then discovered 35 mm. I was once a runner up in a nationwide high school photo contest. I worked my way up to Nikons, first a Nikkormat then Nikon F2, used to carry several lenses from 28 mm to 300 mm, then discovered the advantages, and yes the disadvantages, of the zoom. I had my own darkroom, even did color negatives. When I really wanted mountable photos, I used Modernage in NYC, still have several prints that look as clean and crisp as when they were shot/printed 50 years ago. I changed over to point and shoot type digital for travel. When on an Alaskan trip I realized how that was restricting my ability to shoot things I was interested in.
I traded in my film equipment, still have a Nikon whose mirror doesn't flip back and the Rollei which needs some work, also still have most of the darkroom in boxes, for a Nikon D3400 kit and love it. I used to believe that I needed a nice heavy metal camera, now that I am 75 years young, the idea of the lightness of the new camera and lenses is wonderful. I recently added a 50mm 1.8 primary lens to give me the additional flexibility I wanted. I am having a ball. I am learning about the advantages of the digital world, the flexibility of the new camera is amazing. Once I push the envelop as far as I can with shooting, I guess the next step is to get back into the darkroom, people suggest Lightroom.
I look forward to learning from others here.
I spent a lot of my 75 years shooting photos. My background in photography included first my Brownie Hawkie, then went to using my Dad's Rolleiflex for many years. I used a Speed Graphic while in high school and college then discovered 35 mm. I was once a runner up in a nationwide high school photo contest. I worked my way up to Nikons, first a Nikkormat then Nikon F2, used to carry several lenses from 28 mm to 300 mm, then discovered the advantages, and yes the disadvantages, of the zoom. I had my own darkroom, even did color negatives. When I really wanted mountable photos, I used Modernage in NYC, still have several prints that look as clean and crisp as when they were shot/printed 50 years ago. I changed over to point and shoot type digital for travel. When on an Alaskan trip I realized how that was restricting my ability to shoot things I was interested in.
I traded in my film equipment, still have a Nikon whose mirror doesn't flip back and the Rollei which needs some work, also still have most of the darkroom in boxes, for a Nikon D3400 kit and love it. I used to believe that I needed a nice heavy metal camera, now that I am 75 years young, the idea of the lightness of the new camera and lenses is wonderful. I recently added a 50mm 1.8 primary lens to give me the additional flexibility I wanted. I am having a ball. I am learning about the advantages of the digital world, the flexibility of the new camera is amazing. Once I push the envelop as far as I can with shooting, I guess the next step is to get back into the darkroom, people suggest Lightroom.
I look forward to learning from others here.
Jul 28, 2017 11:52:21 #
Hi, Doc. Nothing wrong with getting back in the darkroom. I never left it. Film and digital share equal status in my photographic endeavors.
--Bob
--Bob
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Jul 28, 2017 12:07:56 #
Jul 28, 2017 13:01:06 #
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Welcome Doc...Have fun..consider joining a local camera club and get involved in some interesting discussions and competitions.The digital word is great. However, I do miss my Hasselblad Days an my darkroom.
Jul 28, 2017 18:53:44 #
Jul 29, 2017 05:50:59 #
Jul 29, 2017 06:45:40 #
Welcome to the forum! Digital will open a whole new world to you. And once you learn a bit of post-processing, whether in Lightroom, Elements, or Photoshop itself, you'll wonder how you ever got along without it!
Jul 29, 2017 07:34:07 #
Jul 29, 2017 07:50:54 #
Jul 29, 2017 09:14:27 #
Toss the film camera unless they are "art" attractive. Learn to see you camera settings on your computer. No software needed. All digital cameras and all computers do this. Time, date, ISO, shutter speed, lens, aperture is recorded with every shot you take. Good luck. David Here are a few things to think about.
The Twelve elements listed below are in accordance to their importance.
1. IMPACT
2. TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE
3. CREATIVITY
4. STYLE
5. COMPOSITION
6. PRESENTATION
7. COLOR BALANCE
8. CENTER OF INTEREST
9. LIGHTING
10. SUBJECT MATTER
11. TECHNIQUE
12. STORY TELLING
Impact is the sense one gets upon viewing an image for the first time. Compelling images evoke laughter, sadness, anger, pride, wonder or another intense emotion. There can be impact in any of these twelve elements.
Technical excellence is the print quality of the image itself as it is presented for viewing. Retouching, manipulation, sharpness, exposure, printing, mounting, and correct color are some items that speak to the qualities of the physical print.
Creativity is the original, fresh, and external expression of the imagination of the maker by using the medium to convey an idea, message or thought.
Style is defined in a number of ways as it applies to a creative image. It might be defined by a specific genre or simply be recognizable as the characteristics of how a specific artist applies light to a subject. It can impact an image in a positive manner when the subject matter and the style are appropriate for each other, or it can have a negative effect when they are at odds.
Composition is important to the design of an image, bringing all of the visual elements together in concert to express the purpose of the image. Proper composition holds the viewer in the image and prompts the viewer to look where the creator intends. Effective composition can be pleasing or disturbing, depending on the intent of the image maker.
Presentation affects an image by giving it a finished look. The mats and borders used, either physical or digital, should support and enhance the image, not distract from it.
Color Balance supplies harmony to an image. An image in which the tones work together, effectively supporting the image, can enhance its emotional appeal. Color balance is not always harmonious and can be used to evoke diverse feelings for effect.
Center of Interest is the point or points on the image where the maker wants the viewer to stop as they view the image. There can be primary and secondary centers of interest. Occasionally there will be no specific center of interest, when the entire scene collectively serves as the center of interest.
Lighting—the use and control of light—refers to how dimension, shape and roundness are defined in an image.
Whether the light applied to an image is man made or natural, proper use of it should enhance an image.
Subject Matter should always be appropriate to the story being told in an image.
Technique is the approach used to create the image. Printing, lighting, posing, capture, presentation media, and more are part of the technique applied to an image.
Story Telling refers to the image’s ability to evoke imagination. One beautiful thing about art is that each viewer might collect his own message or read her own story in an image.
The Twelve elements listed below are in accordance to their importance.
1. IMPACT
2. TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE
3. CREATIVITY
4. STYLE
5. COMPOSITION
6. PRESENTATION
7. COLOR BALANCE
8. CENTER OF INTEREST
9. LIGHTING
10. SUBJECT MATTER
11. TECHNIQUE
12. STORY TELLING
Impact is the sense one gets upon viewing an image for the first time. Compelling images evoke laughter, sadness, anger, pride, wonder or another intense emotion. There can be impact in any of these twelve elements.
Technical excellence is the print quality of the image itself as it is presented for viewing. Retouching, manipulation, sharpness, exposure, printing, mounting, and correct color are some items that speak to the qualities of the physical print.
Creativity is the original, fresh, and external expression of the imagination of the maker by using the medium to convey an idea, message or thought.
Style is defined in a number of ways as it applies to a creative image. It might be defined by a specific genre or simply be recognizable as the characteristics of how a specific artist applies light to a subject. It can impact an image in a positive manner when the subject matter and the style are appropriate for each other, or it can have a negative effect when they are at odds.
Composition is important to the design of an image, bringing all of the visual elements together in concert to express the purpose of the image. Proper composition holds the viewer in the image and prompts the viewer to look where the creator intends. Effective composition can be pleasing or disturbing, depending on the intent of the image maker.
Presentation affects an image by giving it a finished look. The mats and borders used, either physical or digital, should support and enhance the image, not distract from it.
Color Balance supplies harmony to an image. An image in which the tones work together, effectively supporting the image, can enhance its emotional appeal. Color balance is not always harmonious and can be used to evoke diverse feelings for effect.
Center of Interest is the point or points on the image where the maker wants the viewer to stop as they view the image. There can be primary and secondary centers of interest. Occasionally there will be no specific center of interest, when the entire scene collectively serves as the center of interest.
Lighting—the use and control of light—refers to how dimension, shape and roundness are defined in an image.
Whether the light applied to an image is man made or natural, proper use of it should enhance an image.
Subject Matter should always be appropriate to the story being told in an image.
Technique is the approach used to create the image. Printing, lighting, posing, capture, presentation media, and more are part of the technique applied to an image.
Story Telling refers to the image’s ability to evoke imagination. One beautiful thing about art is that each viewer might collect his own message or read her own story in an image.
Jul 29, 2017 09:45:10 #
Jul 29, 2017 11:09:05 #
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Loc: North East Tennessee
Welcome Doc, enjoy the forum, I am sure you will add further depth to the forum among many other knowledgeable and experienced folks.
Jul 29, 2017 12:08:49 #
Hello Toxdoc. Welcome to the UHH forum. I think you will find it rewarding and informative. I am 82 and still shooting after a long and rewarding background in Photography. Gave up all my old Darkroom junk and have gone digital. I do miss that old 11x14 view camera I used for so long.
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Welcome from Delaware. Don H
Check out the link below.
Welcome from Delaware. Don H
Jul 29, 2017 13:48:01 #
Jul 29, 2017 16:14:56 #
Welcome! Looking forward to your posts and pictures. Happy shooting!
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