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Dawn breaks at Pensacola Beach Florida...a message of inspiration.
Dec 20, 2016 07:06:27 #
This must be a different James than the one I thought it was...I thought it was the one that is one of the most respected people on the Hog, the one who posts some of the best shots on the Hog, the one who has some of the best narratives on the Hog, the one who is always so nice and helpful to those on the Hog, the one whose health we worry about on the Hog, the one we miss WHEN YOUR NOT ON THE HOG!!! The James I'm talking about is a great photographer, but obviously a greater human being!! The James I'm talking about gets more with less, than most get with more! The James I'm talking about has put being a good person ahead of being a good photographer, and invested more into it! The James I'm talking about is the reason a lot of us are on the Hog, no false bragadarrio..(sp), and not a bad word for anyone! The James who can offer a critique, but not demean! And most important, the James I'm talking about, is the one who loves life!!!!..............OH WAIT....that IS you!!!.................it's an honor to have you on my list of friends, even if it's only on the Hog so far!
A Merry Christmas, and a Happy Healthy New Year to you and yours my friend!!
A Merry Christmas, and a Happy Healthy New Year to you and yours my friend!!
Dec 20, 2016 07:07:17 #
I always look forward to your photos. It's not the camera, it's the person behind it. Merry Christmas
Dec 20, 2016 07:37:11 #
I agree with what rlaugh said! And I tried raw, it was overwhelming when I put into computer, there was no one to tell me what to do! No book, no instructions, nothing. But a camera is just a tool, and I started with a Minolta 110. The capture is in our eye and mind first. Glad you are still taking photos. I will always take photos. It is just a part of who I am! And I love your Pensacola Beach sunrise! Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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Dec 20, 2016 07:40:26 #
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Dec 20, 2016 08:04:36 #
You and I have the same camera, James, and you are the reason I bought it after going to your site and viewing all of the beautiful pictures that you
took with your Sony HX300. I was really blown away by the quality of your pictures, and it helps that you really have a good sense of composition.
Merry Christmas!
took with your Sony HX300. I was really blown away by the quality of your pictures, and it helps that you really have a good sense of composition.
Merry Christmas!
Dec 20, 2016 08:20:37 #
Merry Christmas James.
I love your photo it clearly tells a story. To me thats the best, despite which camera you have or the software used. Keep on Truckin' !
I love your photo it clearly tells a story. To me thats the best, despite which camera you have or the software used. Keep on Truckin' !
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Dec 20, 2016 08:29:28 #
As has been written before on this website, the most important piece of equipment in photography is the human eye. If a photo is pleasing to you, it was worth doing. I have a T3i and I am quite happy with my photos. Enjoy your photography and Merry Christmas. By the way, your photo is very nice.
Dec 20, 2016 08:39:22 #
Your photography is an your expression of art. Not everyone likes Salvador Dali's work and some are bored to death with Leonardo di Vinci. Your photographs, whether enhanced by photoshop or straight out of the camera, are yours. They have as much value as the professionals' work. (and in many cases, more so.)
Dec 20, 2016 08:46:14 #
[quote=James56]
"...since I've read so many posts here that claim only RAW processed images shot on big sensored cameras are of any value. Many touting they use only the most expensive processing software. Without these, you have no chance for respect."
I've only been a member of the UHH for a couple of years, and don't recall seeing any posts quite that blunt, but sometimes it is implied. Just remember whom ever expresses that belief either doesn't have to worry about costs, or ignores the situation and some day it will raise up and bite him! When this type thought gets posted, just remember "...there ain't any cure for stupid..." [Author unknown] but mostly correct. Actually there is one cure but it's illegal.
For most of us photography is just another hobby, and I believe most of us try to control our costs so that our hobby doesn't impact the more critical people and things in our lives.
"...since I've read so many posts here that claim only RAW processed images shot on big sensored cameras are of any value. Many touting they use only the most expensive processing software. Without these, you have no chance for respect."
I've only been a member of the UHH for a couple of years, and don't recall seeing any posts quite that blunt, but sometimes it is implied. Just remember whom ever expresses that belief either doesn't have to worry about costs, or ignores the situation and some day it will raise up and bite him! When this type thought gets posted, just remember "...there ain't any cure for stupid..." [Author unknown] but mostly correct. Actually there is one cure but it's illegal.
For most of us photography is just another hobby, and I believe most of us try to control our costs so that our hobby doesn't impact the more critical people and things in our lives.
Dec 20, 2016 08:50:33 #
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Dec 20, 2016 09:10:34 #
James56 wrote:
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Well said, James, from another photographer who shoots "on the cheap" because he can't afford the fancy stuff. I shoot with a Canon SL 1; an old, used Canon SX 1; and have just acquired a used Canon SX60. That's pretty low-budget. I feel that I get decent photos, and some others like them from time to time, too. Actually, I don't want the big, heavy-to-carry gear because it would severely severely limit where I could go, and how far, because of the weight (not to mention the expense). I'm also happy in the less expensive arena.
That's a nice photo, by the way. --John
Dec 20, 2016 09:45:06 #
Martino said it best in the last 2 paragraphs. Keep shooting, even if it's with a simple cardboard, pinhole camera!
Dec 20, 2016 09:46:15 #
James56 wrote:
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you have certainly earned my respect as i feel like you are one of the best photographers here and i love your shots and
pp work james. your post is very inspiring and made me feel good. i don't pay much attention to what kind of equipment
anyone uses, and i certainly don't have any big fancy cameras to use myself...i just love photography and the challenge of it,
and the patience and perserverance it takes to get a decent shot. thank you for posting you beautiful shot and explaining why
you took it and like it, and thank you for your inspiring message. merry christmas and wishes for many blessings and tons of great
shots in 2017!
Dec 20, 2016 10:08:45 #
James56 wrote:
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Merry Christmas back at you!
I ignore the snobbish side of the experts on the hog as they often do have good advice once they have state their superior knowledge, filed of vision, and equipment! Like the guys who always get the newest Porsche or Ferrari........
A great opportunity, a great eye, a great perspective, and just being in the right place at the right time are, IMHO, equal to great equipment!
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