I have used a Wacom for several years and find it very rewarding and easy to use. When I got the first one I didn't really use it that much because it was different and I wasn't used to it. I finally had to make myself use it and now I can't do without it. I bought the small due to lack of space. Again once you get used to using a Wacom it is hard to do without it.
I use wwwredframe.com. It is set up for photographers.
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www.redframe.com . That is who mine is with and it was pretty simple to set up and we have been happy with it.
My wife and I use the Tamron 18x270 and feel that it does a great job.
We took a trip to Alaska in 2009. Took the cruise from Vancouver to Seward and the train to Anchorage. Then rented a car and spent a week traveling from Anchorage to Fairbanks checking out Denali National Park. I would take this trip again in a heartbeat if I got the chance.
We have Armadillo Camera in Lubbock, Texas. It is the only true camera store in over 100 miles.
Thanks Imagemiester. We enjoy looking at great photography especially when we going to head to the area.
Thanks Armadillo, we will definitely check Uncertain out.
Thanks BigTex. We have never been to that area so appreciate your help.