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Feb 14, 2018 10:47:16   #
Jim Bob
 
TriX wrote:
You didn’t answer a question at all - you launched a personal name-calling assault. What’s 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 “courageous direct” answer. Although you occasionally actually contribute some photographic knowledge and good photos, it’s behavior like this that has you at the top of so many Ignore lists, and that’s a shame if you’re actually a serious photographer and want productive interactions with other members.
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"Am I just being a wimp?" Go back and read. Geesus. Please consider a remedial reading class. I consider it an honor to be placed on the ignore list by so many thin-skinned posters who wouldn't recognize good advice if it smacked them in the face. Your post encourages me to keep doing what I'm doing. Thanks for your support. Now I'm nervous.

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Feb 14, 2018 10:51:14   #
Joe Blow
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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There is nothing wrong with a D70 and kit. Would you not drive him to her house because they have a nicer car? Do the best you can and keep your memories.

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Feb 14, 2018 11:02:36   #
Indiana Loc: Huntington, Indiana
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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When your son looks back on the semi-formal 10 years from now, he will appreciate the photo's you took, probably more than the staged photo's someone else took. Candid shots in an informal setting will surely be appreciated by all. You know, it's not how great the photo's are, it's what's in the photo's that count. Have fun , be relaxed, and enjoy the moment.

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Feb 14, 2018 11:07:53   #
bpulv Loc: Buena Park, CA
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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Don't be intimidated. I would take this as a great learning opportunity. Professional photographers are confronted with amatures all the time. Most are very happy to give tips and many have taught classes for amateurs on more than one occasion.

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Feb 14, 2018 11:39:21   #
Rolk Loc: South Central PA
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date.....


I say go for it. Have fun with it, and know that you are storing precious memories. One "hint" I'd offer is to be sure to watch the background. Too many pictures are way too "busy", and most have something in the background that distracts.

In front of a tree or bushes? Just make sure you don't include the bird feeder hanging over their heads.

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Feb 14, 2018 11:40:05   #
flathead27ford Loc: Colorado, North of Greeley
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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I think you have a golden opportunity. Why don't you meet with her father and lay it out. That you are a budding photographer and would love to have him point out some things for you. No one I know doesn't like their ego stroked from time to time. It will hopefully help form a bond between you, your son, his girlfriend and her father. Cheers.

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Feb 14, 2018 12:08:12   #
bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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Probably the way to go is to ask his help, learn and get good shot at the same time, if one of us was there you'd ask us right?

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Feb 14, 2018 12:14:43   #
glb1128 Loc: Michigan
 
I continue to be impressed with some outstanding photos that are taken with the most modest or outdated cameras.
The D70 is much more capable than many cameras out there.
Give it try!

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Feb 14, 2018 12:22:25   #
canon Lee
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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Why not just go to the event without your camera and enjoy? Why put pressure on yourself? Obviously you are feeling insecure. If your equipment is working then its not about the equipment but the photographer... I suggest you use your iPHONE and take some "candid" shots. All you need are some "snap shots", not pro shots..... Let your son and his date enjoy the dance without you all over them taking pictures of there every move. I don't shoot weddings for family and friends but enjoy being a guest.
Kick back Bucklev and be a stress free guest. Enjoy

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Feb 14, 2018 12:51:34   #
Boomer Jim Loc: Newcastle Okla
 
No insult the Pro's intended, but I have always thought the BIGGEST difference between Pro and amateur was the Pro had more film. Now with digital cameras, you can take up a lot of slack.

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Feb 14, 2018 12:58:59   #
wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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You are not in a competition. If Ansel Adams and I were standing on the same ridge taking a photograph, we are not in a competition. Ansel Adams probably forgot more about photography in his lifetime than I will actually know in my lifetime. But I can guarantee you that I would still take my photograph. You should do the same and just do your best.

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Feb 14, 2018 13:03:13   #
bucklev76 Loc: Maine
 
canon Lee wrote:
Why not just go to the event without your camera and enjoy? Why put pressure on yourself? Obviously you are feeling insecure. If your equipment is working then its not about the equipment but the photographer... I suggest you use your iPHONE and take some "candid" shots. All you need are some "snap shots", not pro shots..... Let your son and his date enjoy the dance without you all over them taking pictures of there every move. I don't shoot weddings for family and friends but enjoy being a guest.
Kick back Bucklev and be a stress free guest. Enjoy
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My plan was to get some pictures before the dance...no way would I ever be allowed to attend lol....my whole aim and my excitement was to see if any of the hours of videos and UHH reading I've done are actually paying off when it mattered...I'm definitely going to see what I can do...and hopefully will get some good shots without looking like a fumbling fool 😀 but it wouldn't be the first time

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Feb 14, 2018 13:14:53   #
dirtpusher Loc: tulsa oklahoma
 
Just do what feels good to you.

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Feb 14, 2018 13:45:58   #
billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
 
bucklev76 wrote:
On the 16th my 14 year old son has a a date to the Highschool semi formal with a beautiful young lady, and I was excited to maybe use some of the little bit I have learned, about photography and hopefully get some nice pictures with my poor man's kit I have been assembling. Now I found out her father is a photographer with a well known and good reputation in our area. I don't know if I can go thru the shame of using my ancient hand me down d70 and my budget lens options. Again I am very much just dipping my toe in the water and am really nervous about displaying my lack of skill and knowledge, let alone my "learning" budget based photography kit. Am I just being a wimp? Part of me wants to go for it anyway and not care but I can't shake the nervousness lol
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It is your son, not his. Take the best photo you can. I am sure your son is proud of you and any professional photographer understands this. Take your best shot and move on.

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Feb 14, 2018 14:13:38   #
suntouched Loc: Sierra Vista AZ
 
You might get a couple of pictures better than the dad- go for it.

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