Hello fellow shutterbugs! I am an avid photographer of mostly outdoor & existing light photography, living in Upstate NY. The last couple yrs I've also enjoyed doing 'photo...

Ugly Hedgehog - Photography Forum

Home Active Topics Newest Pictures Search Login Register ☰

Hello fellow shutterbugs!

Oct 24, 2011 10:57:47 #

DeRonda Loc: Upstate NY

I am an avid photographer of mostly outdoor & existing light photography, living in Upstate NY. The last couple yrs I've also enjoyed doing 'photo restoration'. Deteriorating vision from a progressive eye disease has at times made my photography difficult, even having to give it up at one time because I could no longer focus my shots. The transition to Digital gave me back the ability to photograph, as well as the creative control that I had years ago when I managed a photo lab.
I currently use a Canon point & shoot.
(...until the camera-fairy brings me a digital SLR. :o)
I have set up a (little-traveled) website in an attempt to get my work out there & do some work from home, as yet, to no avail ....but I've fulfilled a dream just getting it up & running & having it there.
Feel free to visit & let me know what you think;
http://www.dlhastingsphotography.webs.com/
Thanks, I look forward to participating in this community!
~De

Oct 24, 2011 11:09:50 #

DeRonda Loc: Upstate NY

Whoa! Talk about 'up close & personal';I didn't need to give you that large a shot of my mug! Hope I didn't scare anyone! :O)

Oct 24, 2011 11:18:55 #

rocco_7155 Loc: Connecticut/Louisiana

Welcome to the site De.
I checked out your website....its very well done and you have a very good eye. I found several "favorites" among your images that remind me of The Northeast.
Looking forward to your postings here. I'm sure with the folks here that your site will be well "travelled"
Rocco
LOL...and you cant scare most of us here....most of the "mugs" here are much scarier... :thumbup:

Oct 24, 2011 12:26:05 #

DeRonda Loc: Upstate NY

Thanks very much Rocco!
I appreciate the visit & the positive feedback
& look forward to sharing & learning here on 'the hog'...

(...& if my mug does scare, at least I picked the right time of year! ;)

Oct 24, 2011 17:15:28 #

photophly Loc: Old Bridge NJ

Hi......welcome to the Hog,I like the shots on your websites.What program/programs do u use in your photo restoration?

Oct 24, 2011 17:28:22 #

Fifty-Fifty Loc: Arkansas

Hello DE, welcome to the ugly hedgehog looking forward to seeing some of your shots sooo submit away...

Oct 25, 2011 08:09:52 #

DeRonda Loc: Upstate NY

Thank you!
I have a rather simple software program called Adobe Photo Deluxe Home edition that I use for restoration.
I do have Photoshop Elements 4.0 installed as well, but have not taken the time to learn to use it as the other is filling my needs. I also have a copy of Photoshop CS2... but have not even installed as I'm afraid it's 'over my head'.
I tend to keep it simple until it no longer fits my needs or does what I want, then move on when time or finances allow.
(Hence, still using a point & shoot!)

Oct 25, 2011 08:28:10 #

photophly Loc: Old Bridge NJ

DeRonda wrote:

Thank you! br I have a rather simple software pr... (show quote)

Good programs.....I have CS2 as well as Elements 9.They fit my needs until something better comes along.Your restorations are very good by the way.I dabble a little ,but not professionaly

Oct 26, 2011 21:42:51 #

mortonfarm Loc: Texas

DeRonda wrote:

I am an avid photographer of mostly outdoor & ... (show quote)

I joined your website...I too am passionate about old photo restoration and am slowly learning and getting better...Will talk with you more later on this subject...Am excited to meet you here on UHH...Linda Morton

Oct 27, 2011 09:16:07 #

DeRonda Loc: Upstate NY

Hello & it's nice to meet you too Linda!
Thank you for signing up... like to chat w/ you as well on the subject of restoration. Feel free to PM me if you feel inclined...

Oct 27, 2011 11:29:33 #

mortonfarm Loc: Texas

DeRonda wrote:

Hello & it's nice to meet you too Linda!
Thank you for signing up... like to chat w/ you as well on the subject of restoration. Feel free to PM me if you feel inclined...

I will do that...I have several that I have restored for myself as well as others and would like to exchange ideas... I have an old tintype of my great grandmother and her youngest son that needs some work. My attempts need some advice and critique by a fellow restorer..By the way...your website is nicely done...! Linda

Oct 27, 2011 16:03:43 #

LJHenry

Having to move along due to the number of posts, as I want to get to know the folks here, but I'm coming back to look at your website. But no apology necessary for the "head shot" -- I think it's very good! Wish I looked good enough to post a shot like that! LOL.

I'm interested in restoration as well but have no equipment yet. I have a family photo that is over 100 yrs old, a portrait of enormous sentimental value that has a line running through it, so that has spurred an interest in learning restoration.

Keep up the good work!

Oct 27, 2011 16:07:45 #

DeRonda Loc: Upstate NY

LJHenry wrote:

Having to move along due to the number of posts, a... (show quote)

Thank you!
I bet you could fix that photo up lickety-split. Do you have a scan of it? I'd take a look at it...

If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.

Introduce Yourself

Home | Latest Digest | Back to Top | All Sections

UglyHedgehog.com - Forum