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Computer and camera dummy - 66 disabled and stuck with a walker, in a housing center.
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Jan 24, 2020 13:58:22   #
jack schade Loc: La Pine Oregon
 
Welcome to the forum.

Jack

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Jan 24, 2020 14:04:45   #
Lionsgate Loc: Sierra Vista, Arizona
 
Stephan G wrote:
"Location, location, location." An answer to the unasked question. Treat your walker as if it was a tripod. Reconnoiter the area and determine the "impossible spots" for you. Avoid those spots. Focus on those areas where you can set up. You will find that there will be many, even with a passel of photographers. Always look for the shots that are ignored by the many.

Keep in mind that you are supposed to have fun. And talk to the people around you. You may get some volunteer models.
"Location, location, location." An answ... (show quote)


Treating the walker as a tripod (quadpod) is a great idea. Manfrotto makes an excellent mount for under $30 that would work very well on the walker. Manfrotto 035RL Super Clamp with 2908 Standard Stud - Replaces 2900 - Black (available on Amazon Prime).

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Jan 24, 2020 14:36:20   #
gsmith051 Loc: Fairfield Glade, TN
 
Welcome to the forum.

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Jan 24, 2020 14:41:09   #
Lionsgate Loc: Sierra Vista, Arizona
 
Thank you. Interesting topic. These situations have become easier for many with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Many areas of interest previously inaccessible to the disabled now have great accommodations.

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Jan 24, 2020 18:33:33   #
cova triangle
 
Thank you ALL
Went into detail on a another topic entry(?)
- phones with cameras / and maybe without
forgive me for getting behind and not addressing each welcome individually - but - believe me I do wish to Thank You all -
So much WOW THX stuff here I am overwhelmed already - sigh
at the other topic entry (phones with cameras / and maybe without) I tried to expand
There is so much great stuff I am now trying to sort out how to get my head around it all
Thank You all again and again
I will try to find some nugget to pay forward with

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Jan 24, 2020 18:47:53   #
PAR4DCR Loc: A Sunny Place
 
Welcome to UHH COVA, glad you joined us.
Have fun and enjoy the forum.

Don

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Jan 24, 2020 20:38:29   #
Redyogi Loc: Chatsworth, GA
 
Welcome to the HOG.

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Jan 25, 2020 11:00:30   #
Lionsgate Loc: Sierra Vista, Arizona
 
Thank you!. I'm enjoying the exchanges.

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Jan 25, 2020 21:08:53   #
jpgto Loc: North East Tennessee
 
Welcome, have fun, enjoy. Sorry to learn of a disability. Wishing you well.

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Apr 4, 2020 07:36:32   #
Granddad Loc: UK
 
Welcome to the hog.
Dave.

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Apr 4, 2020 07:47:11   #
Redyogi Loc: Chatsworth, GA
 
cova triangle wrote:
learn kinda quick I think. Been reading this page trying to learn stuff.
I'm in COVA (coastal virginia, colonial williamsburg area) and I'll talk your ears off.
former designer, commercial contractor, now artist, now have the questions all us hardheaded noobs must.



Welcome to the Hog Dave

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