IN NEED OF A MENTOR
Jan 7, 2013 05:16:45 #
Ooh, I'm so excited for you! (And a wee bit jealous that you are allowed in the chute...) So you're a dog handler for the Iditarod...that is just so cool. You are going to have the best time.
I absolutely love the photo of Scott Jansen's lead dog. Beautiful animals, aren't they?
I'm a new DSLR owner myself, so I don't have any words of wisdom for you. As a matter of fact, I'm really appreciating all the links and suggestions you've gotten here...I'm taking notes!
I don't go to the ceremonial start in Anchorage, or the finish in Nome, but I do go to the re-start in Willow. It's a great time. I really enjoy getting there early and walking around the dog teams getting ready...getting fed, vet checks, and sometimes a quick chat with a musher.
I didn't have a DSLR last year, just a bridge camera.
Your whole experience sounds so awesome...I'm excited to see your photos afterwards, and I wish you all the best. Safe travels to you, and have fun!!
I absolutely love the photo of Scott Jansen's lead dog. Beautiful animals, aren't they?
I'm a new DSLR owner myself, so I don't have any words of wisdom for you. As a matter of fact, I'm really appreciating all the links and suggestions you've gotten here...I'm taking notes!
I don't go to the ceremonial start in Anchorage, or the finish in Nome, but I do go to the re-start in Willow. It's a great time. I really enjoy getting there early and walking around the dog teams getting ready...getting fed, vet checks, and sometimes a quick chat with a musher.
I didn't have a DSLR last year, just a bridge camera.
Your whole experience sounds so awesome...I'm excited to see your photos afterwards, and I wish you all the best. Safe travels to you, and have fun!!
Jan 7, 2013 08:00:11 #
Lazy Old Coot wrote:
....I expect that if you try to use anything other... (show quote)
Perfectly said.
Though I think she would have no problem trying AP/SP a few times and take a look at it. Especially if she gets close up to a fast moving dog. But other than that, I think your advice is the best!, in my humble opinion.
Jan 7, 2013 08:08:20 #
AKblestmom wrote:
Ooh, I'm so excited for you! (And a wee bit jealous that you are allowed in the chute...) So you're a dog handler for the Iditarod...that is just so cool. You are going to have the best time.
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I would bring a decent flash.
I find that most people don't understand fill flash especially on a bright day.
your 1st photo (with the red truck)? is that flashed? the dog on the left looks lit from the front and the side (your vantage point),
but i dont see a (flash) reflection coming off that front (driver's side) reflector/headlight.
Anyway, nice lighting on that shot! very nice!
Jan 7, 2013 08:24:09 #
The first thing you should do is go to the menu and set the color from sRGB
to adobe RGB 1998, ( a bigger color Gamut ). Many cameras default to sRGB. That said! next buy a kodac 18% gray card to use to set a white balance, put the camera into manual mode, In the same light you intend to take pictures set a custom white balance. You will find the instructions on how to due this in the manuel that came with your camera, very
important. If you do nothing else due this,
to adobe RGB 1998, ( a bigger color Gamut ). Many cameras default to sRGB. That said! next buy a kodac 18% gray card to use to set a white balance, put the camera into manual mode, In the same light you intend to take pictures set a custom white balance. You will find the instructions on how to due this in the manuel that came with your camera, very
important. If you do nothing else due this,
Jan 7, 2013 09:26:58 #
dickhrm
Loc: Spingfield, IL
Good points. I would only add that there is a downside to increasing ISO, i.e., the increase in noise. But this increase may not be noticeable in the lower ISO ranges, depending on the circumstances of the pic being taken.
OC_DesertWalker wrote:
Misssalsa1, in brief: br Getting the two lenses wa... (show quote)
Jan 7, 2013 17:24:05 #
dickhrm wrote:
Good points. I would only add that there is a downside to increasing ISO, i.e., the increase in noise. But this increase may not be noticeable in the lower ISO ranges,
With the new cameras out there today, we shouldn't be too afraid of high ISO. I dont know HER camera, but heck my Nikon D90 did well on high ISO, even acceptable up to at 1250 in certain instances. Ya need the shot, you gotta push it!
I havent pushed my D600 yet, that's even better.
But with all her light, heck, she'll be OK during the day!
Unless someone has a ball cap on! HAHA
or maybe the snow will reflect up? :o)
Jan 7, 2013 17:43:48 #
You have a lot on your plate, while color balance is important, there is an auto setting and if in error,,, with snow being blue.. you can correct that in Post.
a bigger color Gamut.... how many millions of colors the camera will record... once you set it it will remain there until you purposely change it.
Picture diagram is at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_space
a bigger color Gamut.... how many millions of colors the camera will record... once you set it it will remain there until you purposely change it.
Picture diagram is at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_space
Jan 7, 2013 20:38:55 #
Virgil
Loc: The Hoosier State
Hello Salsa. Welcome. Since you still have some time to play, you may want to try this. Pick a day to shoot in Av Mode. Shoot each subject twice, first with your P&S, then with your other camera, but before each shot decide if you want the picture different from that of the P&S and experiment. The next day repeat the process using Tv Mode. By only using one mode each day it may register a little quicker as to what you need to do for the desired results. Hope this helps and have a nice trip. Virgil
Jan 7, 2013 20:53:43 #
dpullum wrote:
You have a lot on your plate, while color balance is important, there is an auto setting and if in error,,, with snow being blue.. you can correct that in Post.
a bigger color Gamut.... how many millions of colors the camera will record... once you set it it will remain there until you purposely change it.
Picture diagram is at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_space
a bigger color Gamut.... how many millions of colors the camera will record... once you set it it will remain there until you purposely change it.
Picture diagram is at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_space
Hey Don - he doesn't even know what post is - the post office maybe!
Cheers,
Take 5
Jan 7, 2013 22:23:25 #
@Akblestmom:
If you meet me in ANC (early) <the day of the ceremonial start>
I can introduce you several mushers I know personally and you can walk the streets with me instead of being confined to the sidewalks.
***And that is a rush being around 60+ mushers and teams.
At the re-start:
***If we somehow can pic a place to meet or after Jodi Bailey has her number, you can find her by number
I can <probably get you in> I handle for her BUT at that point she prefers Dan and Jay to do the work, so I amble around with my little armband and shoot pictures.
Or many times other teams need help with a neck line or extension so I jump in and just do it....
I have a specific hat I wear. I will post a pic and explain it...
And at this point, I have bid on Jodi's sled to ride in so it would be cool, if I hook u up to ride with Dan Kaduce (her husband) and handler Jay to the end of the ride then we go back to ANC so that would be fun and YOU can get pics of me at the end!!!
Give a thought!
If you meet me in ANC (early) <the day of the ceremonial start>
I can introduce you several mushers I know personally and you can walk the streets with me instead of being confined to the sidewalks.
***And that is a rush being around 60+ mushers and teams.
At the re-start:
***If we somehow can pic a place to meet or after Jodi Bailey has her number, you can find her by number
I can <probably get you in> I handle for her BUT at that point she prefers Dan and Jay to do the work, so I amble around with my little armband and shoot pictures.
Or many times other teams need help with a neck line or extension so I jump in and just do it....
I have a specific hat I wear. I will post a pic and explain it...
And at this point, I have bid on Jodi's sled to ride in so it would be cool, if I hook u up to ride with Dan Kaduce (her husband) and handler Jay to the end of the ride then we go back to ANC so that would be fun and YOU can get pics of me at the end!!!
Give a thought!
Jan 7, 2013 22:27:04 #
Danilo wrote:
You didn't mention any post-processing/editing abilities or aptitude. Got anything going on there?
[to Danilo] Im being honest here: no I do not have any editing programs at this point. I use photo gallery to maybe lighten/darken or crop [quote]
Jan 7, 2013 22:30:58 #
misssalsa1 wrote:
(to Danilo) Im being honest here: no I do not have any editing programs at this point. I use photo gallery to maybe lighten/darken or crop
Danilo wrote:
You didn't mention any post-processing/editing abilities or aptitude. Got anything going on there?
(to Danilo) Im being honest here: no I do not have any editing programs at this point. I use photo gallery to maybe lighten/darken or crop
Give Google's Picasa picasa.google.com a try
Jan 7, 2013 22:40:44 #
I wish you all the best, you now have a wealth of information from all our great users, so hopefully you can digest the best of it.. After reading it all the best advise is just go relax and shoot hundreds of photos with your dogs in the park and see which ones you like and the setting you were using, actually for a beginner keeping notes really helps and on most photo editing sites you can see all the settings..I really hope you have a wonderful experience and they all come out , we look forward to seeing you post lots of beautiful photos. Here is my favorite , I took in Alaska last year, those huskies love to have their picture taken , so why worry ..Enjoy!
Jan 7, 2013 23:00:54 #
missalsa1, email me and I would be happy to converse with you and mentor you. kens77@bendbroadband.com
Good Luck
Good Luck
Jan 8, 2013 09:46:12 #
[quote=misssalsa1]Drum Roll:
Everyone, please <roll their eyes>
~~Im asking for someone who has the time to help me: make a SMALL yet effective cheat sheet in a very short time~~
This condition=this lens=setting
I realize I am a Pre-Kindergarten student among PHD's in this forum.
**I am going to Alaska Feb 9th for the finish of the Yukon Quest dog race
Then ANC/NOME to the Iditarod Dog races March 1-18th.
**I went last year and had a Point and shoot.
**Now am armed with a Canon & little knowledge.
Please: ***Before everyone attacks me**
~~~~~~I am VERY serious about learning~~~~
I have taken a class, even though it said beginner:
**I was the only one that had not touched a SLR camera
**I was intimidated-no instructor 1:1
**I finished the class but it seriously confused me.
Since then I have:
**read the manual (x2),
**read everything I could in this forum/still searching subjects everyday.
**read Ben Longs Book
**Scoured the net/taking notes
**taking photos but have no-one to tell me: change that/do this/use that lens, ect
Here's what I have: a Rebel Sxi450D
EF 18-55mm
EF 300mm 1:4 L IS
EF 28mm f/1.8 USM Wide Angle Lens
Vanguard Alta Pro 263AGH Aluminum Tripod with GH-100 Pistol Grip Ball Head
Remote shutter release
I do not understand the capability of the lenses or when to use them.
**I just got the 300 and 28 (3 weeks ago), a very good friend photographer: his wife had a stroke and he sold both to me for $500.
**I also ordered the following-
Since I already have some handshake/the cold will add to that: I thought (hope??) the bodylink would help me stabilize the camera in all positions: kneeling, lying down, standing
Http://www.clikelite.com/products/bodylink-telephoto-pack/
I am only looking to take the best photos (I can) on very restricted knowledge/settings of the camera & lenses.
**I have attached 2 photos which are very attainable for even <point/shoots>
I am a dog handler so the picture opportunities are endless as I am allowed in the Chute at the start & will be there for the duration of the mushers finishing at all times of the day and night.
***I suspect night will be my enemy:lack of knowledge and external lighting they put up
If anyone would want to help me I'd appreciate it. And if not, its completely understandable.
I'm also betting the laughter erupting is audible pertaining to the camera body ~vs~ lenses I have, .
<Topsy-Turby> is the camera's name!
I bet the first repose will be <use AUTO only> <cringe>[/quot
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=cheet+sheets+for+rebel+sxi450d
Also You Might Check Into David Buschs Book On Your Camera .. Hope It Helps.. Good Luck
Everyone, please <roll their eyes>
~~Im asking for someone who has the time to help me: make a SMALL yet effective cheat sheet in a very short time~~
This condition=this lens=setting
I realize I am a Pre-Kindergarten student among PHD's in this forum.
**I am going to Alaska Feb 9th for the finish of the Yukon Quest dog race
Then ANC/NOME to the Iditarod Dog races March 1-18th.
**I went last year and had a Point and shoot.
**Now am armed with a Canon & little knowledge.
Please: ***Before everyone attacks me**
~~~~~~I am VERY serious about learning~~~~
I have taken a class, even though it said beginner:
**I was the only one that had not touched a SLR camera
**I was intimidated-no instructor 1:1
**I finished the class but it seriously confused me.
Since then I have:
**read the manual (x2),
**read everything I could in this forum/still searching subjects everyday.
**read Ben Longs Book
**Scoured the net/taking notes
**taking photos but have no-one to tell me: change that/do this/use that lens, ect
Here's what I have: a Rebel Sxi450D
EF 18-55mm
EF 300mm 1:4 L IS
EF 28mm f/1.8 USM Wide Angle Lens
Vanguard Alta Pro 263AGH Aluminum Tripod with GH-100 Pistol Grip Ball Head
Remote shutter release
I do not understand the capability of the lenses or when to use them.
**I just got the 300 and 28 (3 weeks ago), a very good friend photographer: his wife had a stroke and he sold both to me for $500.
**I also ordered the following-
Since I already have some handshake/the cold will add to that: I thought (hope??) the bodylink would help me stabilize the camera in all positions: kneeling, lying down, standing
Http://www.clikelite.com/products/bodylink-telephoto-pack/
I am only looking to take the best photos (I can) on very restricted knowledge/settings of the camera & lenses.
**I have attached 2 photos which are very attainable for even <point/shoots>
I am a dog handler so the picture opportunities are endless as I am allowed in the Chute at the start & will be there for the duration of the mushers finishing at all times of the day and night.
***I suspect night will be my enemy:lack of knowledge and external lighting they put up
If anyone would want to help me I'd appreciate it. And if not, its completely understandable.
I'm also betting the laughter erupting is audible pertaining to the camera body ~vs~ lenses I have, .
<Topsy-Turby> is the camera's name!
I bet the first repose will be <use AUTO only> <cringe>[/quot
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=cheet+sheets+for+rebel+sxi450d
Also You Might Check Into David Buschs Book On Your Camera .. Hope It Helps.. Good Luck
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