Always carry a camera
May 22, 2019 11:38:19 #
May 22, 2019 12:01:03 #
I once headed out on a day shoot to East Glacier in Glacier National Park. I live about 2 hours from there and this day everything lined up perfectly - lighting looked to be good, time of day, had my backpack with all my lenses, batteries, and other necessities. Got there early, pulled over, got out to take the first of what promised to be dozens of awesome shots and... no camera! I brought everything including the kitchen sink, but left my camera on my desk at home! Well, I always bring a little Pentax point-and-shoot with me just in case, and fortunately was able to use it to get a number of acceptable shots.
May 22, 2019 12:12:18 #
May 22, 2019 12:16:31 #
Been there, done that! About 20 yrs ago (prehistoric before camera phones), lived in Idaho and was never without a camera in the vehicle in the ready. The one (?) exception was a day drive from Idaho Falls to Jackson Hole on a road less travelled. We pulled off to the side of the gravel road next to a small pond. Glancing toward the water, we spotted the biggest moose we’ve ever seen, EVER. We all stared at each other for a minute or two, then the moose slowly strolled out of pond while our eyes were glued at this huge beast. “Where is the camera...?”
May 22, 2019 12:23:53 #
We wanted to travel to our powder coater in North Philly. This drive would take us 5 hours to get there. So we leave early in the morning around 5:30 am. Stoppe for breakfast etc.. taking our time, we arrive outside of Philly just as the sun is making it's way over the small town we drove through. I noticed historic home with an old rocking chair on the front porch.. I kicked myself for not taking my camera.. the sun and shadows playing off this element. Just one of those images ingrained in my memory hoping I'll travel back through that small town at the right time and this time have my camera.
May 22, 2019 12:53:37 #
charles tabb wrote:
Must be the "blurry effects" that we put in our store security camera.
I hear "do you recognize this criminal" on the TV a laugh.
I hear "do you recognize this criminal" on the TV a laugh.
Have you ever noticed that doorbell cameras and home security cameras have a nice, sharp picture where nothing much usually happens, while store security cameras where all the action happens have blurry, indistinct pictures?
I have a little Canon Elph 180 that is my constant companion. I started carrying it right after I came across Big Foot, Yeti and the Abominable Snowman in the woods all all laughing about some guy who forgot his camera. The Canon is cheap but is easy to carry and takes remarkably good photos. A cheap camera in your pocket is better than a $30,000 camera on the shelf at home.
May 22, 2019 14:02:51 #
jlg1000 wrote:
I try always to carry a camera with me, at least t... (show quote)
I think of the camera as insurance. If I have it with me life is calm and peaceful. If I leave it at home, volcanos erupt, buildings fall down and cruise ships sink.
...Cam
May 22, 2019 14:13:51 #
My dad always kept his camera (TLR) on the backseat of our car (Nash) in the sixties, under a towel, as he didn't want to miss any unforeseen opportunity. He never locked the car, and in fact left the windows rolled down to avoid roasting the camera. Different era...
May 22, 2019 14:29:54 #
Cracker-barrel Philosopher
Loc: Duluth, MN
jlg1000 wrote:
I try always to carry a camera with me, at least t... (show quote)
Good story and lesson for all to heed. Thanks for sharing. For years I've tried to always carry a Leica M, either film or digital, with the Leica 35mm f1.4 ASPH lens and it has resulted in many published images.
May 22, 2019 14:42:45 #
jlg1000 wrote:
I try always to carry a camera with me, at least t... (show quote)
I think there are two good reasons to carry your cell phone at all times. Photos and safety.
May 22, 2019 15:34:13 #
Mr Bill 2011
Loc: southern Indiana
I got a used ZS100 from B&H several months ago, and love it. It quickly became my "everyday carry" in a small belt pouch.
May 22, 2019 15:36:12 #
rvharvey wrote:
You Hogs never heard of Murphy's law?
Murphy is an optimist!
May 22, 2019 16:09:36 #
May 22, 2019 16:42:50 #
I was on temporary duty in Tokyo (5 days) from Vietnam in 1966. Left the Stars & Stripes building in Roppongi at dusk and there in the street were some kids with firecrackers. I had a Nikon F and a Canon 7 with a 21mm Lens. Chose the Canon because I knew which way the shutter curtain ran (left to right) and after two tries captured the exploding firecrackers. Handheld, about two seconds at F5.6. One of my best street photos ever. After that, I am never without an image maker.
May 22, 2019 17:11:20 #
dpullum wrote:
You and I both chose the ZS100. I chose for two r... (show quote)
I have the ZS60 as my "purse" camera.
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