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Aug 15, 2012 14:56:33   #
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3rd party lens
Thanks for the reply.
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Aug 15, 2012 14:12:19   #
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3rd party lens
While I realize that my Pentax equipment is the 'stepchild' of the camera world and I use a 3rd party lens, UHH seems to be 'the place' where I can get a 'straight answer to a question that I have, since Tamron can't or won't answer.
I shoot a K20D (which I really enjoy) and when I use it with my Tamron AF70-300mm f4-5.6 LD Di, run it out to 300mm, take the shot, the info recorded by the camera states that the picture was shot at 148mm. No matter what I do, standard or macro 148mm is always the reading. Might this have something to do with the fact that I don't have a full frame sensor or somethin' else? (I don't know anyone else that shoots a Pentax so I can't compare the lens on another Pentax camera).
I understand the basic principals of photography however only shooting digital for a year, at times I can get overwhelmed. There's a bunch of very smart folks on this site and I'm sure one or two of ya can give me an idea as to what's goin' on. Thanks for your time.
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Aug 11, 2012 15:36:11   #
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Whale Watch and Cameras
my favorite subject to paint.
PhotoArtsLA wrote:
I have spent hundreds of hours on the ocean, from dead calm to winter storm rough, always with a load of photo gear shooting for a fishing lodge client. I have never used anything except a re-purposed garbage bag rubber banded to the lens, with the camera and I inside the bag, shooting, but only in the worst possible weather.

The shot here required manual focus because there was no object of contrast to use auto focus. Weird conditions.


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Aug 11, 2012 15:32:42   #
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Whale Watch and Cameras
good product.
MT Shooter wrote:
This is what I use regularly, I am never without a couple of them anytime I am near water.

http://optechusa.com/rainsleeve.html


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Aug 11, 2012 15:30:41   #
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Whale Watch and Cameras
JoeB wrote:
jerryc41 wrote:
With any luck, I'll be going on a whale watch cruise next month in Provincetown, MA. I haven't been on one of these in years. Should I take a chance with salt spray and my DSLR, or should I bring a P&S?


Jerry:

I have been on a couple of whale watches out of P-Town and used my DSLR with no problems with spray. The last time we went we had a great time and saw a lot of whales some very close to our boat. I've attached a couple of shot I took. Have fun.
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Aug 8, 2012 16:03:36   #
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Wedding Photographer sued despite doing a great job!!
By the words and phrases used in this 'letter' I don't think he/she has a shingle. I believe they're using tar-paper.
NiagaraJim wrote:
It would be really Funny if the judge pulls this lawyers shingle.
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Aug 8, 2012 15:59:17   #
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Wedding Photographer sued despite doing a great job!!
desertRat1950 wrote:
ijustshotu wrote:
I think that the married couple has a problem right off the bat. It sounds to me that they are complaining that their 'wedding was ruined' by the fact that the photographer didn't take good photos. I just watched and listened to the video and nowhere did I hear the couple mention or complain about the wedding itself. I heard nothing of any complaints filed before, during or after the wedding. The wedding sounds as though it went off without a hitch and by the responses to the photos after they were processed and posted they too were quite acceptable to everyone involved. By the video narrators own words, he saw the photos and said that they were very good and also that the photographer did record the images in some form from the online site where they were posted.
And did the 'bride' have anything to do with this letter? She's more than likely responsible for this whole ordeal. After all, when is the last time you heard of a groom complaining of his wedding photographs? The tone of the letter will not set well with any sensible judge that hears this case. Threats made in any form, written or verbal, are taken very seriously by those in law enforcement and will not be tolerated on any way.
Although the photographer did screw up, by not having a CONTRACT, he will more than likely come out on top but not without some ruffled feathers.
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I pretty much agree with your assessment in its entirety, and only wish to add one point: In my opinion, the actual lawyer involved here could easily be a very rational and responsible professional whose only real failing has been choosing a life partner based on the needs of a part of his anatomy other than his brain.
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Aug 8, 2012 14:59:30   #
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Wedding Photographer sued despite doing a great job!!
I think that the married couple has a problem right off the bat. It sounds to me that they are complaining that their 'wedding was ruined' by the fact that the photographer didn't take good photos. I just watched and listened to the video and nowhere did I hear the couple mention or complain about the wedding itself. I heard nothing of any complaints filed before, during or after the wedding. The wedding sounds as though it went off without a hitch and by the responses to the photos after they were processed and posted they too were quite acceptable to everyone involved. By the video narrators own words, he saw the photos and said that they were very good and also that the photographer did record the images in some form from the online site where they were posted.
And did the 'bride' have anything to do with this letter? She's more than likely responsible for this whole ordeal. After all, when is the last time you heard of a groom complaining of his wedding photographs? The tone of the letter will not set well with any sensible judge that hears this case. Threats made in any form, written or verbal, are taken very seriously by those in law enforcement and will not be tolerated on any way.
Although the photographer did screw up, by not having a CONTRACT, he will more than likely come out on top but not without some ruffled feathers.
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Aug 3, 2012 21:20:18   #
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I need help to learn how to take picture
haven't seen paatashb in a while. hope he's payin' attention.
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Aug 3, 2012 15:30:06   #
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I need help to learn how to take picture
CaptainC wrote:
Some good info her. Toby hit it really well.

Everyone has been SO encouraging. That is nice.
I think you will fail.

You have to be VERY good now. You have to be proficient in Photoshop. Lightroom is a bonus.

Join PPA and the local chapter. They have a very good way of determining how much money you need to be grossing without a studio before you even THINK about opening one. It is a LOT. As a member you can have access to the Studio Management information. It will shock you - the amount you need to gross every year.

Lots of expenses: retouching, printing, frames, albums, freight, credita card fees, internet, phone...oh, there is more.

After you have studied and practiced for a few years - 3 to 5 for sure - then start having your work critiqued by some of the PPA judges - other pros for sure. Family and friends do not count as they lie to you to make you feel good. Your first critiques will almost certainly make you want to hang it up! You need to get opinions from professionals that don't care how you take the critique. If it makes you feel good, that is great - good job. If you want to go cry, nobody cares.

If you are foolish enough to open a studio before you have decent income from outdoor work and renting studio space, be prepared to lay out a good $25,000 or more in just basic studio equipment.
And then there is monthly rent. Location is critical - cheap rent=lousy location.

You already got advice about needing insurance for gear, liability, and malpractice. Some of that is available with a PPA membership - but not all.

You will need a minimum of two good cameras and backups for everything else. Once you say you are a professional, there is NO excuse for not delivering. None.

You will need to become a proficient sales person. Customers need guidance. If you think your work will sell because it is good, you are mistaken and you will starve.

You say you are bored now? Wait until you have to deal with all the details of running a business! Not a lot of excitement there. :-) But the shooting part IS fun. About 10% of being a photographer.


But....good luck.
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Aug 3, 2012 13:59:34   #
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I need help to learn how to take picture
sixshooter wrote:
You're never too old to go to collage!!! There's alot to be learned
My advice is PRACTICE and learn!! A good idea is to find a mentor in the field and work as a second shooter for awhile learn the ropes.Contrary to popular belief earning a living as a photographer is hard and stressful work!! But never boring :D

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Aug 3, 2012 13:04:08   #
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I need help to learn how to take picture
Dude! You're only 42!!! Goin' back to school is one of the best things anyone can do. Sounds to me that you're ready to jump out of the airplane without a parachute!
paatashb wrote:
Thank you Bill41 for your reply on my request, I will take your advise under my consideration. My problem is that I think I am too old for college and being student. I am planning to take a short cut, to learn photography first, practice, take pictures on the events, than open small photo studio. I have hope that I'd be able to manage bookkeeping and how to run business, maybe I am not right, but I will see that .in the future
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Aug 1, 2012 14:51:31   #
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taking pics in the dark
No reason to be scared. Go ahead and shoot your shot in
'auto', get the results you want, then experiment. You're not waistin' film so go for it. Your camera stores your settings so study them or jot them down in a journal. Break free from the 'auto' settings and have fun.

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Emjem wrote:
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d_snyder1001 wrote:
Have you tried a slower shutter speed. I have a d3100 and have been playing around with different manual settings at night. It will allow more light, but you gave to be patient waiting for it to close.
I still need to learn about shutter speed, apeture, etc. I know using manual makes a big difference. My manual is online, and that poses a big problem when you aren't at your computer. Thank you very much for the info!


Print the manual and put it in your bag. Start using Manual. Take lots of pics and learn from your mistakes. We all had to go thru this learning curve at some time. suddenly it will click and you will be shooting like a pro and wondering what you ever thought was so hard.
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It scares me to death, especially when I really want that nice picture, to put it in manual and lose the shot. I have learned a lot, but have a long way to go. I will definitely have to get it printed! Thanks again for anything that can help me!
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Aug 1, 2012 12:45:18   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
taking pics in the dark
nolte1964 wrote:
Take if off auto focus for starter, you camera is having problems finding a subject to focus on correctly. Second use a tripod and a longer exposure will help you a lot.


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Aug 1, 2012 12:42:19   #
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Dress Code for photo shoots
cjkorb wrote:
I think the only occation where a tie would be appropate is probibly a funeral.


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