Ok...now I'm nervous
Feb 14, 2018 09:00:21 #
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the... (show quote)
Go for it! Even the girl's father at one time, was where you are now!
And do show him your photos too! At worst, he can shrug his shoulders and be rude. That's his problem!
At best, he'll be willing and able to give you some helpful advice. And that's everyone's advantage!
Feb 14, 2018 09:04:46 #
photoman022
Loc: Manchester CT USA
Hey, the worse that can happen is that ... I can't think of anything. Go for it!
Feb 14, 2018 09:21:58 #
I was at an air show years ago and wound up sitting next to a local professional. We struck up a great conversation. He complimented me on things I was doing right, and gave me some great pointers. We were shooting film, so instant feedback wasn't possible, but I learned a lot in a short time. Unless the guy is a real jerk, I think you will find it a very positive experience.
Feb 14, 2018 09:22:38 #
Boomer Jim wrote:
You Think you are nervous. This guy has a Beautiful 14 year old daughter going to a Highschool semi-formal dance. He won't be concerned about your photographic ability.
Lol! Been thereš
Feb 14, 2018 09:23:16 #
D70 is a good camera and it will treat you well.
The camera isn't the key, it's you.
Take your pictures and catch these young ones smiling, laughing, looking at each other, having fun.
Get the posed shots but catch them in candid shots - those are the memories that will matter.
And have fun yourself - it's all part of being a Dad!!
The camera isn't the key, it's you.
Take your pictures and catch these young ones smiling, laughing, looking at each other, having fun.
Get the posed shots but catch them in candid shots - those are the memories that will matter.
And have fun yourself - it's all part of being a Dad!!
Feb 14, 2018 09:25:20 #
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the... (show quote)
The infamous contests of the parent's shooting skills!
Practice a bit with son and his friends, in a mall, say, prior to the event. Review the results. Note down cues for yourself. Review Youtube videos about photographing proms. Add a few more cues. Then...Go out and do it. Remember, that hoi-polloi camera expert has more to lose than you do. And have fun while you are at it. Remove the idea of being the "prom photographer" out of your head. You are a dad who wants to give his child a memorable keepsake of the prom. Tell your son to be as goofy as he wants for some of the shots.
Feb 14, 2018 09:28:41 #
These photos you take are for you, not the pro. Take āem and enjoy āem.
Feb 14, 2018 09:29:02 #
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the... (show quote)
Forget about the nerves. I play golf with guys that are better than me all of the time. When I make the occasional birdie they say āgreat jobā, and while I may be a bit nervous teeing it up, I still play. Photography is no different. I know I am not a pro, but that is not going to stop me from trying. Work on composition, and get the shots you want. If her father is a well know photographer in the area, I would like to think he would be encouraging to you.
Feb 14, 2018 09:44:50 #
kdogg
Loc: Gallipolis Ferry WV
Just remember the road not taken is paved with regret. So GO for it. What ever the outcome you will be providing a great life lesson for your son. Years later he will look back and realize what you did for him. Just don't expect him to realize it until he is about 30.
Feb 14, 2018 09:51:46 #
If heās any kind of photographer I know, heāll help you take good pictures!!!
Feb 14, 2018 09:57:53 #
Mac wrote:
Yeah, you're being a wimp.
Your D70 took good pictures when it was new, there's no reason why it won't take good pictures now. Nobody will expect a beginner to compare with a professional. If he's a half decent person he won't try to make you feel bad. Do the best you can and hold your head up.
Your D70 took good pictures when it was new, there's no reason why it won't take good pictures now. Nobody will expect a beginner to compare with a professional. If he's a half decent person he won't try to make you feel bad. Do the best you can and hold your head up.
Bravo!! Exactly right. Go for it.
Feb 14, 2018 10:21:52 #
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Feb 14, 2018 10:34:46 #
Jim Bob wrote:
Back at ya. Lots of you folks are wimps because you don't have the intelligence or courage to provide a direct answer to a direct question. The OP asked if he was a wimp. I answered it. If you don't want an answer, don't ask a question. Geesus. Pathetic.
You didnāt answer a question at all - you launched a personal name-calling assault. Whatās pathetic is that you feel the need to display your obvious perpetual personal anger in an otherwise congenial thread and then try to pass it off as a ācourageous directā answer. Although you occasionally actually contribute some photographic knowledge and good photos, itās behavior like this that has you at the top of so many Ignore lists, and thatās a shame if youāre actually a serious photographer and want productive interactions with other members.
Feb 14, 2018 10:44:06 #
It is a family thing. Do not be cowed. What is 'good' is just in the mind's eye. Remember some of those pics will show up in a family album for other relatives to see.
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