Survey question
Oct 27, 2019 12:56:31 #
Pause for a moment and look back along the footsteps of your journey. Do you see a path climbing the steady incline toward skill and knowledge or just a trail of discarded cameras?
Oct 27, 2019 13:00:39 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Pause for a moment and look back along the footsteps of your journey. Do you see a path climbing the steady incline toward skill and knowledge or just a trail of discarded cameras?
Oct 27, 2019 13:02:46 #
Bazbo wrote:
It is the journey not destination.
There is nothing permanent. All is in transit.
There is nothing permanent. All is in transit.
Oct 27, 2019 13:23:01 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
What’s the point of our photography? Everything seems absurd until someone admires your equipment.
I would much rather have people admire my images.
Oct 27, 2019 13:37:20 #
quixdraw wrote:
The bulk of your assumptions are invalid, or at least subjective. Why does anyone seek to perfect a skill. I really don't care what happens to my photos - if all were gone tomorrow, it would be unimportant since I can always take more. Journey not destination.
Correct answer, right on the money.
Oct 27, 2019 13:44:04 #
One Rude Dawg wrote:
Correct answer, right on the money.
For some, it seems. Disrespectful of an honest query, to feed a personal need, to others.
Oct 27, 2019 13:52:55 #
For me, taking landscape and wildlife photos is time for reflection, and exercise. I donate a lot of my photos to the Yosemite Conservancy and our local parks and recreation.
Oct 27, 2019 14:01:11 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
I'll admit, that when I go to some events, and see other photographers, some amateurs like myself, and some pro photographers. I will ask them about their equipment. And most will accommodate you in a friendly manner. I met a part time NFL photographer. He took me to his vehicle, opened his trunk, and showed me his Canon 1DX camera, 24-70mm, 70-200mm, and a very expensive 400mm prime lens. All "L" lenses. He knew I was an amateur. But, he gave me his time. He told me, that his most used lenses, were the 24-70mm f2.8, and the 70-200mm f2.8. Would every pro photographer had done that? Probably not.
Oct 27, 2019 14:26:14 #
At 76 years old I can't get in, out, around, up or down like I used to. But wisdom does occasionally come with old age.
This does not apply to snap shooters, they do it without thinking.
When I was about 14 I got my first 35mm camera, an Argus C3, a cheap exposure meter and a few rolls of Plus-X and Tri-X and set out to become the next Ansel Adams. Within a couple of months I realized that B&W film, processed by my local Rexall Drug Store was not going to make it. I switched to Kodachrome and never looked back. Fortunately I saved most of those terrible negatives because they are a time machine. You may not believe me now but you will.
The most important thing I have learned in my photographic life, unfortunately too late, is always take location shots. The final photo may be a work of art but the location shot will be a memory. If it isn't you are shooting in the wrong location.
This does not apply to snap shooters, they do it without thinking.
When I was about 14 I got my first 35mm camera, an Argus C3, a cheap exposure meter and a few rolls of Plus-X and Tri-X and set out to become the next Ansel Adams. Within a couple of months I realized that B&W film, processed by my local Rexall Drug Store was not going to make it. I switched to Kodachrome and never looked back. Fortunately I saved most of those terrible negatives because they are a time machine. You may not believe me now but you will.
The most important thing I have learned in my photographic life, unfortunately too late, is always take location shots. The final photo may be a work of art but the location shot will be a memory. If it isn't you are shooting in the wrong location.
Oct 27, 2019 14:34:59 #
R Crawford wrote:
Survey question....
Photography is your passion,,, OK so you have invested a lot of money,,, and your family has survived many GAS attacks,,, you have several camera bodies and a trio of “L” glass,,, you shoot a thousand shots a month, and spend hours in post processing.... So now what? What is the final goal? Where do all of these images go? Inquiring minds want to know.
Photography is your passion,,, OK so you have invested a lot of money,,, and your family has survived many GAS attacks,,, you have several camera bodies and a trio of “L” glass,,, you shoot a thousand shots a month, and spend hours in post processing.... So now what? What is the final goal? Where do all of these images go? Inquiring minds want to know.
I don't shoot "L" glass...anything but Canon is my motto.
Images go where they need to. Weddings to the happy couple. Event shots to the sponsors. Portraits to the people. Sports shots to magazines, sponsors, athletes, fans. The rest are for me to do with as I please. Print a few, post a bunch, delete profligately.
Oct 27, 2019 15:30:08 #
quixdraw wrote:
The bulk of your assumptions are invalid, or at least subjective. Why does anyone seek to perfect a skill. I really don't care what happens to my photos - if all were gone tomorrow, it would be unimportant since I can always take more. Journey not destination.
SO....just another hogg’s Opinion.. But I like your question. And will there-fore, answer it for my opinion. I belong to a camera club locally and I very much enjoy being able to get together to see each others’ GEMS. We meet twice a month. Gas has taken its’ toll on me..but, since I get a bi-monthly allowance, I try to save my own BUDGETED moneys for “most” of my gear. Bye the way, I for one, don’t think ANYTHING about your initial inquiry was “invalid” And if I did, I would be kind enough to “SIT-ON-IT!!
Oct 27, 2019 15:45:37 #
Blair Shaw Jr wrote:
I only shoot and exhibit them to family , friends... (show quote)
Thank you for your perspective. I particularly liked your comment: "Now , in the autumn of my existence , I pleasure the experience over the possession of stuff and encourage others to do likewise. I share everything I have with everyone I greet without prejudice or pretext or malice toward any living creature."....Wise words to live by.....
Oct 27, 2019 15:46:57 #
fehutch
Loc: gulfport, ms
The camera is part of my life - always within reach, just in case. Don’t go looking for the image; just want to capture it when it presents itself. The only time I have ever purposely taken pictures that weren’t necessarily there was when I walked the beach front of Harrison County Mississippi after Hurricane Camille in 1969. 2,430 images to record beachfront property damage.
My photo philosophy is stated on my web page: www.fehutchings.com
I have never owned a camera that cost over $1,000. Have owned Pentax, Nikon, Sony, and now Fuji. Lenses primarily prime maybe a couple of short zooms along the way
My photo philosophy is stated on my web page: www.fehutchings.com
I have never owned a camera that cost over $1,000. Have owned Pentax, Nikon, Sony, and now Fuji. Lenses primarily prime maybe a couple of short zooms along the way
Oct 27, 2019 15:53:22 #
Mac wrote:
I've invested a lot of money, I have 3 cameras, bu... (show quote)
I am always looking for that one great shot, and I know it's out there!!! And I shoot on a professional basis, that means lots of shots. I like to frame some of my images for myself, and I give a lot away. Thanks, Boone.
Oct 27, 2019 16:13:40 #
One Rude Dawg wrote:
Correct answer, right on the money.
The more times I read your response, the more absurd it seems.. Especially after reading all the wise and thought provoking reply’s from OH-SO-MANY, !!NICE!! People on this forum. You did manage to evoke a few SIMILARLY rude and curt reply’s from others(few, fortunately) like you... Take a long vacation.BUDDY!! : My response here was to YOU and THE pal you responded to. ...I try to not get BOTHERED by BOTHERSOME folks like the two of you, but cant always KEEP still. So sorry.......NOT!!!!
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