Brace Yourself!
Dec 27, 2015 19:13:39 #
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
....having some sharp instruments don't qualify you to perform surgery,....
He had the lowest price on Craigslist....just call me Stubby. :evil:
Dec 27, 2015 20:19:00 #
boberic wrote:
You can make a small fortune as a pro photographer-- provided, of course, that you start with a large fortune. (old joke but it still applies)
How true!
Dec 27, 2015 20:38:48 #
The internet has only truthful/honest posts.
Soul Dr. wrote:
Hey, anyone can be an expert on youtube! :roll:
will
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Dec 27, 2015 20:38:54 #
Funny. I used the same cather's mitt the pros used. It didn't make me a major league catcher.
Dec 27, 2015 20:53:09 #
kavner58
Loc: Portland, Oregon
Kmgw9v wrote:
Based on my gear, I am a Super Pro.
Compared to Ansel Adams - definitely :lol: :lol: :lol:
-AK
Dec 28, 2015 07:06:00 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
I'm not a "pro"-- but my camera takes really good pictures. I always check it in the morning to see what's new
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:) :thumbup:
Dec 28, 2015 07:10:38 #
I am by no means even a novice as far as my knowledge goes. I just enjoy getting out using my camera and trying to improve. which seems to be a very slow process. Made even slower by the fact that anyone with little or no knowledge won't ask a question for the next six months for fear of ridiculed, or made fun of. Just saying.
Dec 28, 2015 08:05:42 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
LOL! And tomorrow they'll be getting on the "hog" for advice on settings for shooting their first wedding.
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Dec 28, 2015 08:15:30 #
Steve Perry wrote:
Everyone's a pro...
May I say... thanks to you and others. I have learned much from you in the last year.
Dec 28, 2015 08:39:11 #
steve_stoneblossom
Loc: Rhode Island, USA
jim32736 wrote:
I am by no means even a novice as far as my knowledge goes. I just enjoy getting out using my camera and trying to improve. which seems to be a very slow process. Made even slower by the fact that anyone with little or no knowledge won't ask a question for the next six months for fear of ridiculed, or made fun of. Just saying.
Your fear of ridicule is understandable, sad though it may be. Just like any other forum, you will find a) a wide variety of "opinions", often represented as facts, b) posers who have convinced themselves they are experts, c) flamethrowers making statements just to spark controversy, d) bullies who may or may not know their stuff, but whose priority is to show/convince us how right they are, e) fanboys whose allegiance to a brand is paramount, and f) true experts with lots of experience that understand their equipment and know the principles of capturing an image worth sharing, and possess the ability to explain the conclusions they have reached without belittling the novice.
My humble suggestion: watch a while, take note of patterns you discern, keep a salt shaker handy, learn your equipment (or try, at least), and when you need help, title your question in such a way as to attract the attention of those who feel they might be able to help, e.g., "Nikon autofocus issue", not "HELP!".
And Welcome to UHH!
Dec 28, 2015 08:50:46 #
jim32736 wrote:
I am by no means even a novice as far as my knowledge goes. I just enjoy getting out using my camera and trying to improve. which seems to be a very slow process. Made even slower by the fact that anyone with little or no knowledge won't ask a question for the next six months for fear of ridiculed, or made fun of. Just saying.
I think that you are interpreting this as it's not meant to be. Most here will,and are very willing to answer questions .What I think that is being suggested here is people that have taken upon themselves to try and shoot a WEDDING and are asking what and how to shoot. Ex. settings,lighting ,where and how etc. The feeling here is if you feel you are good enough take on a wedding ,YOU should already know these. Wedding are a special time for the customers and are you comfortable in your skill enough not to ruin their memories? Answer: If asking questions like the mentioned above your saying NO and you shouldn't be doing them. I know,did that and it was a disaster.Lucky ,I was only doing it for myself and not the family. Never took my camera to a wedding again. Don't even take it to family gatherings.If I want portraits,wedding or family ,I hire.
Dec 28, 2015 08:50:48 #
CanonShot wrote:
May I say... thanks to you and others. I have learned much from you in the last year.
Thank you - that's very nice of you to say :)
Dec 28, 2015 08:53:17 #
Been taking pics for over 60 years. Got paid once -- 40 years ago. No-pro I. Even though I've gone thru film, p&s digital, and a couple of dslrs.
Dec 28, 2015 08:59:35 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
LOL! And tomorrow they'll be getting on the "hog" for advice on settings for shooting their first wedding.
:thumbup: :)
Dec 28, 2015 09:04:59 #
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