Posts for: Brokenland
Sep 5, 2020 17:01:16 #
@Harvey I hope you're successful with your captures.
Something else I'll add here. I have a few extra yellow and polarization filters. So while on our travels if we take part of any grouping I'll be giving one of the extra filters away to a lucky group member. The only stipulation is that you will need the Cokin "P" 85mm lens adapter.
One way to handle this, is if you happen to be in the area we are taking pictures and I see that you have an empty Cokin P filter, don't be surprised if I step up and give you either a yellow filter or a polar filter. An Empty Cokin P Filter must be attached to your lens in order to win a new filter. Supplies are limited and gifting filters is totally random.
Something else I'll add here. I have a few extra yellow and polarization filters. So while on our travels if we take part of any grouping I'll be giving one of the extra filters away to a lucky group member. The only stipulation is that you will need the Cokin "P" 85mm lens adapter.
One way to handle this, is if you happen to be in the area we are taking pictures and I see that you have an empty Cokin P filter, don't be surprised if I step up and give you either a yellow filter or a polar filter. An Empty Cokin P Filter must be attached to your lens in order to win a new filter. Supplies are limited and gifting filters is totally random.
Sep 5, 2020 16:22:46 #
To Whom This May Concern
It is apparent that many of you either don't have or have never had issues with physical limitation or sever arthritis. The fingers are not working as will in my old age. For those who can simply read through these "typos" thank you for not bitching about and having the understanding. That not all of us type so fluently..
I merely posted this because we're all photo buff some more than others. With my art/photography, I'm hoping to bring home of of the best images yet with the Canon M6 as well with the two added home made filters.
If grammatical typo errors is something that upsets you, then avoid my topics in the future. because my images should be enough.
To answer questions, No we haven't left yet, But we're a few steps closer because all of the rooms have been reserved. Typically we've never reserved any rooms in past vacations or simply camped along the way.
My objective here is to have a more detailed trip report when we return. The good, bad and the ugly of it all. Perhaps this will inspire others with physical limitations to get out and do something about and don't let your limitation control your life.
Note to Rick: (lsaguy)
1,800 for fuel for a doorless jeep wrangler driving cross country isn't bad, The oil on the other hand was bad, the 3.8L is not to be messed with and I was constantly topping off the oil. made some alterations to the newer jeep this go round.. most wranglers drive like tanks, I've upgraded the suspension on our current wrangler and I've had a couple of service managers tell me after driving our jeep for the first time, "Man, drives like a Cadillac" which made me proud because the suspension upgrade I selected worked superbly.
It is apparent that many of you either don't have or have never had issues with physical limitation or sever arthritis. The fingers are not working as will in my old age. For those who can simply read through these "typos" thank you for not bitching about and having the understanding. That not all of us type so fluently..
I merely posted this because we're all photo buff some more than others. With my art/photography, I'm hoping to bring home of of the best images yet with the Canon M6 as well with the two added home made filters.
If grammatical typo errors is something that upsets you, then avoid my topics in the future. because my images should be enough.
To answer questions, No we haven't left yet, But we're a few steps closer because all of the rooms have been reserved. Typically we've never reserved any rooms in past vacations or simply camped along the way.
My objective here is to have a more detailed trip report when we return. The good, bad and the ugly of it all. Perhaps this will inspire others with physical limitations to get out and do something about and don't let your limitation control your life.
Note to Rick: (lsaguy)
1,800 for fuel for a doorless jeep wrangler driving cross country isn't bad, The oil on the other hand was bad, the 3.8L is not to be messed with and I was constantly topping off the oil. made some alterations to the newer jeep this go round.. most wranglers drive like tanks, I've upgraded the suspension on our current wrangler and I've had a couple of service managers tell me after driving our jeep for the first time, "Man, drives like a Cadillac" which made me proud because the suspension upgrade I selected worked superbly.
Sep 4, 2020 10:17:36 #
@a6k
The objective it to let others know that this year is going to be a big year for fall colors. Planning or making preparations to scope out locations to witness these color changes needs to be done now. We've already reserved our rooms, Have you?
@Fotoartist
Sounds like a plan, though a bit skeptical. We will see how well this fixed polar filter works.
The objective it to let others know that this year is going to be a big year for fall colors. Planning or making preparations to scope out locations to witness these color changes needs to be done now. We've already reserved our rooms, Have you?
@Fotoartist
Sounds like a plan, though a bit skeptical. We will see how well this fixed polar filter works.
Sep 4, 2020 09:05:35 #
[An Epic 26th Wedding Anniversary Roadtrip]
We're currently in the development stages of an epic 26th anniversary roadtrip to parts unknown. I say unknown, because due to safety concerns, All I can tell you is that we're planing the trip and it's going to take approx 3 weeks to complete.
We've been keeping an eye on several weather, climate, jet stream, fire, smoke and air quality charts and most importantly the fall foliage chart. For the last 5 years, the fall colors have went from green to brown without mush variation. Although this roadtrip doesn't fall exactly on our wedding anniversary, Times have been tough, work was slow for a few years and of course the pandemic hit. Yet we haven't been totally cooped up, taking small local weekend trips into other states.
This year, with the help of a few of these sites, I'm predicting the fall colors are going to be gang busters. Best take the necessary perpetration for this big event. Here's a few links we've been checking and may benefit you as well.
Covid: https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#testing
Fall Color Chart 2020: https://smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map/
Ontario Canada: https://www.ontarioparks.com/fallcolour
Quebec Canada: https://www.bonjourquebec.com/en/discover/seasons-in-quebec/fall
Jet Stream: https://www.wunderground.com/maps/wind/jet-stream
Fire, Smoke & Air Quality: https://fire.airnow.gov
Our last epic roadtrip took place back in 2014 where we drove a doorless jeep wrangler from North Eastern Maryland to Colorado and why did drive from here to there? just to see the John Denver Sanctuary in Aspen, CO. We braved temps in the low 40's one min, (14,000 Feet) then in the high 100's the next min.(Texas/Oklahoma) Crossing through 14 different states with a total fuel cost of $1,800 Camping all the way.
This time around and because the Canadian boards are still closed, (or we would have went in that direction) we've secluded a few deliberate stops along our route. Glass blowing shops, steel mill shops, pottery shops, general stores, selected retailers and manufacturing locations. A trip with a purpose. Camping this year, is out of the question due to physical limitations.
One of the best things about this trip, is that this will be the first time we'll use our Offline Maps & Navigation App for direction. Avoiding major highways and major cities is going to be a must. We may even take a few off road trails to get from one location to another. Although we have a starting point and an end point a few shop stops, the entire route is going to be made up by the navigator.
Something else I've been working on. Many of you may or may not know that I've been testing a space age yellow material as a 85mm filter for my Cokin adapter. Plus I'm very excited about the first test ever for my new fixed (roughly 35% polarization effect) polarization filter which I've been developing for the last 3 years. If successful, I may offer one or both of these filter for sale on this and other sites.
Otherwise, Once we finalize the trip, load up the Jeep and actually get started, I can't say anymore till have particular parts of our journey have been completed. So DAMN the torpedoes!
See you on the trail.
Image: New Mexico 2014
We're currently in the development stages of an epic 26th anniversary roadtrip to parts unknown. I say unknown, because due to safety concerns, All I can tell you is that we're planing the trip and it's going to take approx 3 weeks to complete.
We've been keeping an eye on several weather, climate, jet stream, fire, smoke and air quality charts and most importantly the fall foliage chart. For the last 5 years, the fall colors have went from green to brown without mush variation. Although this roadtrip doesn't fall exactly on our wedding anniversary, Times have been tough, work was slow for a few years and of course the pandemic hit. Yet we haven't been totally cooped up, taking small local weekend trips into other states.
This year, with the help of a few of these sites, I'm predicting the fall colors are going to be gang busters. Best take the necessary perpetration for this big event. Here's a few links we've been checking and may benefit you as well.
Covid: https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#testing
Fall Color Chart 2020: https://smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map/
Ontario Canada: https://www.ontarioparks.com/fallcolour
Quebec Canada: https://www.bonjourquebec.com/en/discover/seasons-in-quebec/fall
Jet Stream: https://www.wunderground.com/maps/wind/jet-stream
Fire, Smoke & Air Quality: https://fire.airnow.gov
Our last epic roadtrip took place back in 2014 where we drove a doorless jeep wrangler from North Eastern Maryland to Colorado and why did drive from here to there? just to see the John Denver Sanctuary in Aspen, CO. We braved temps in the low 40's one min, (14,000 Feet) then in the high 100's the next min.(Texas/Oklahoma) Crossing through 14 different states with a total fuel cost of $1,800 Camping all the way.
This time around and because the Canadian boards are still closed, (or we would have went in that direction) we've secluded a few deliberate stops along our route. Glass blowing shops, steel mill shops, pottery shops, general stores, selected retailers and manufacturing locations. A trip with a purpose. Camping this year, is out of the question due to physical limitations.
One of the best things about this trip, is that this will be the first time we'll use our Offline Maps & Navigation App for direction. Avoiding major highways and major cities is going to be a must. We may even take a few off road trails to get from one location to another. Although we have a starting point and an end point a few shop stops, the entire route is going to be made up by the navigator.
Something else I've been working on. Many of you may or may not know that I've been testing a space age yellow material as a 85mm filter for my Cokin adapter. Plus I'm very excited about the first test ever for my new fixed (roughly 35% polarization effect) polarization filter which I've been developing for the last 3 years. If successful, I may offer one or both of these filter for sale on this and other sites.
Otherwise, Once we finalize the trip, load up the Jeep and actually get started, I can't say anymore till have particular parts of our journey have been completed. So DAMN the torpedoes!
See you on the trail.
Image: New Mexico 2014
Sep 4, 2020 08:36:41 #
Appreciated @gsmith051
@CO Head south down the parkway, Took the shot then continued on to Mount Airy so no pancakes for us as we stopped at libby hills for seafood lunch
@CO Head south down the parkway, Took the shot then continued on to Mount Airy so no pancakes for us as we stopped at libby hills for seafood lunch
Sep 4, 2020 07:20:26 #
tcthome wrote:
Nice but, a little under exposed.
Typical photographers response.. It was shot in monochrome or black & white mode and it's dark for a reason. to capture the heavy weathering and texture of the wood. I'm an artist first, photographer second and I try to merger the two.
Sep 4, 2020 06:28:33 #
The iconic images of the mill (All of the one's I seen) have only been seen in color. So, this time around, I thought I'd changes things up a bit. On this day it was very crowded and typically we try to beat the crowds. So I was very lucky to have gotten this shot without someone standing in the window. I believe I'm going to reattempt this image next time and add a few more adjustments.
Aug 26, 2020 10:52:26 #
Canon M6 w/ Fotodoix Adapter w/ 50mm f/1.8 STM
Aug 21, 2020 12:01:35 #
Latest Image while driving through and picnicking in Vermont
Jun 18, 2020 19:16:15 #
May 1, 2020 10:46:34 #
Dear sir or madam.. (Trix) we've had this discussion before. There's absolutely nothing I want to see or hear from you as you continue to stalk my topics. I posted this comment in general to others who just might want to look into this as I have and not waste time like I did. So far it would seem I've touched at least one person who feels what I've said in my first post has worth and they might actually try this set up or they to have been having issue with other set up. Thus it is a shame I can't offer my suggestions to others here and at other forums without persons like you posting derogatory comments or attempting to discredit anything I've said. If I could delete this thread I would if I could block or even ignore you I would but the moderators and site stuff continue to allow personal like you to harass me and others at this forum and I'm very surprised that no one has taken a moment to stand with me on this cause I'm tired of you in particular continuing to mock or attempt to find flaws in my comments. One tried to help others only to be subjected to your derogatory comments or insinuations. I could careless what you have to say to me cause you and I have never liked one another since I join this site. Thus I'll have to keep my findings to myself from this point on.
May 1, 2020 09:12:22 #
tgreenhaw wrote:
Thanks for this. I was frustrated tethering to my iPad, I eventually got it to work, but it was fiddly. I'll try my Surface instead.
YW Tgreenhaw
It's important to remember what I was attempting to accomplish when tethering the camera to a tablet. True, I've tried other apps, but none suited my shooting happens or the format/design was off. Sure I've connected my camera to many of these app but the Canon Connect app is the one that seem the most desirable with its ease of use.
I'm just a person who doesn't like to transfer anything via wifi or wirelessly. I was really pushing Canon for answers & I'm glad they finally responded. So I'm thinking of a surface go and an inexpensive tablet running on win10. I'll need to order the micro USB to Micro USB cable, a tablet holder and another Pergear ball head.
All of this will be attached to my tripod in a manor as to being able to have the live view at an acceptable height for viewing and ease of touch screen with the camera mounted on another ball head in front of the tablet. I'm fortunate to have located a late 70's Velbon tripod which has 3 ball head mounting potions.
So to anyone having issues with wanting to actually see what you're photographing on a larger screen consider my options on tethering a table (win10 based) to your canon camera using the canon connect app. However, there are many other app at google play which may suit your needs better, but these use wifi and not a tether connection.
Locate the correct micro USB to micro USB cable which I found at amazon for around 15.00. Next I located a tripod mounted tablet holder which can be used/rotated in landscape or portrait potions. Then I located or needed a second ball head. Months ago I already purchased one Pergear ball head, Now I can get another.
This set up is going to be heavy so judge wisely your shots. There are a few tripods on the market which have multiple ball head mounts but this old Velbon tripod has two ball mounts locations very close together and a single mount farther away down at the end of the shaft.
The last thing I'll need is the tablet, which might not happen any time soon. Just as soon as I'm able to gather all this and mount it up I'll post a pic unless others beat me to it.
NOTE: This image was giving to me by the person selling this tripod 1 year ago. there are three mounting location on this tripod. The main mount location, a secondary mount at the end of the shaft used for low ground shots and a middle support location. The main head has been replaced with the Pergear ball head. Then I'd attached the tablet holder there. Then using the main mount location in the middle of the tripod for the second ball head which would support the camera. Attach the USB cable and run the canon conenct app on your win10 system. Good Luck.
Apr 30, 2020 02:57:15 #
Tethering is used when you connect the camera to your tablet or laptop computer with the use of a USB to USB cable then use the laptop or tablet as an external live view monitor. Furthermore If I wanted to use the wifi settings, I would have never have written this topic.
Anyone can connect to and from wirelessly.. I just happen to want to use this app "tethered" or "wired". Canon designed this app to tether to windows based systems and not other operating system like android.
Thus I ran into an issue trying to tether my Canon to a samsung tablet.. wouldn't work. Now that I know it will work Like I want it to, I can gather all those items and locate a windows based laptop or yes a windows based tablet like the surface pro to take photos while the tablet is mounted to my tripod at a comfortable height. No more eye strain to see the small live view screen on the back of these cameras.
Anyone can connect to and from wirelessly.. I just happen to want to use this app "tethered" or "wired". Canon designed this app to tether to windows based systems and not other operating system like android.
Thus I ran into an issue trying to tether my Canon to a samsung tablet.. wouldn't work. Now that I know it will work Like I want it to, I can gather all those items and locate a windows based laptop or yes a windows based tablet like the surface pro to take photos while the tablet is mounted to my tripod at a comfortable height. No more eye strain to see the small live view screen on the back of these cameras.
Apr 29, 2020 10:57:07 #
I have some info for those attempting to tether a Canon camera to a tablet. Canon support took their own sweet time getting back to me on this as they must be bored. Anyway, I submitted a question several months ago asking about the Canon Connect app.
According to Canon support, they informed me that I was going about this all wrong. In fact the app page is sort of misleading as it says can direct connect camera to tablet etc. The problem is that Canon created the connect app to run on multiple formats via wifi/wirelessly. They admitted that the app was mainly used in conjunction with a windows based system. meaning, instead of me trying to connect my Canon M6 to a Samsung tablet and not having the app function properly, I should have purchased a windows based tablet or laptop. Then I could have direct connect as the app site says and have a "live view" and a larger screen to view/take pictures.
Just to make this clear, if you're attempting to use a tablet tethered to your Canon camera, make sure it's a windows based system and Not an android etc system.
Knowing this, I can repurchase that extra ball head, tether cable and a windows based tablet or detachable view screen laptop and finally see what I've been missing.
Hope this helps other who might want to look into tethering their set up because the damn view screen on the back of these cameras are too small.
According to Canon support, they informed me that I was going about this all wrong. In fact the app page is sort of misleading as it says can direct connect camera to tablet etc. The problem is that Canon created the connect app to run on multiple formats via wifi/wirelessly. They admitted that the app was mainly used in conjunction with a windows based system. meaning, instead of me trying to connect my Canon M6 to a Samsung tablet and not having the app function properly, I should have purchased a windows based tablet or laptop. Then I could have direct connect as the app site says and have a "live view" and a larger screen to view/take pictures.
Just to make this clear, if you're attempting to use a tablet tethered to your Canon camera, make sure it's a windows based system and Not an android etc system.
Knowing this, I can repurchase that extra ball head, tether cable and a windows based tablet or detachable view screen laptop and finally see what I've been missing.
Hope this helps other who might want to look into tethering their set up because the damn view screen on the back of these cameras are too small.
Mar 13, 2020 13:18:43 #
Update:
Just got an email from the host of this exhibition,
"Because of the Corona Virus, We're sorry to inform you that this years art & photography exhibition will be canceled till further notice"
Little upset at this response to the Corona Virus thing.. I've spent nearly $500.00 on two prints and now I can't do anything with them. This money could have went for other things.. I'll think twice about subscribing to another even like this in the future.
On a brighter note, Michaels has just sided with me on the discoloration of the two prints done by their service in store. I asked them who does your printing as I'm not pleases with this blue/gray tint to my otherwise black and white print. So I'll be getting that $500.00 refund shortly.
end of thread.
Just got an email from the host of this exhibition,
"Because of the Corona Virus, We're sorry to inform you that this years art & photography exhibition will be canceled till further notice"
Little upset at this response to the Corona Virus thing.. I've spent nearly $500.00 on two prints and now I can't do anything with them. This money could have went for other things.. I'll think twice about subscribing to another even like this in the future.
On a brighter note, Michaels has just sided with me on the discoloration of the two prints done by their service in store. I asked them who does your printing as I'm not pleases with this blue/gray tint to my otherwise black and white print. So I'll be getting that $500.00 refund shortly.
end of thread.