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Aug 5, 2022 13:14:12   #
I find myself being drawn to images where the appeal is more in the colors, textures, shapes, patterns than the actual subject itself. I would like to pursue this style more seriously. Posting some examples of what I am talking about. I know they are not great but I think they show the direction I am trying to head. I really like some of the examples in 'Seeing Fresh - Contemplative Photography' but find the book a bit too cerebral for me.

Is there a general name or genre (other than rubbish) for these or any good books to further my pursuit ? Still life? Abstract? Contemplative? Looking for suggestions on where to look.


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Aug 5, 2022 11:40:29   #
gwilliams6 wrote:
I was always a Duesenberg fella . lol


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Jul 30, 2022 14:15:56   #
Gatorcoach wrote:
Thanks guys for the extensive advice BUT...... you've really strayed off the road. The question has nothing to do with portability, peripheral needs, or added components. Simply, for photographic work (Photoshop) is there a distinct advantage to using a laptop geared for gaming? Is it worth the extra cost?

Thanks again.

Photoshop runs on my 8-10 y.o. run-of-the-mill 8GB, integrated GPU laptop as well as it does on my 2y.o. 16GB RAM, dedicated 6GB GPU gaming laptop. However Skylum AI won’t even open on my older laptop but runs nicely on the new one.
Check the software manufacturer’s min recommendations for the software you intend running and give a little bit of headroom but don’t go crazy.
Talk to the ‘computer experts’ at B&H. They are photo processing savvy and can direct you to the best value/performance for your intended use without any up sell pressure.
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Jul 30, 2022 10:01:23   #
Gatorcoach wrote:
My friend is an excellent photographer but perhaps an even more skilled processor. She has a terrific eye and imagination in the pictures she makes - especially with filters.

She is in the process of buying a new laptop and it was suggested to her that a PC geared for gaming, with its speed and stronger graphics cards would be better for her needs.

Thoughts from those with experience using gaming computers for photographic use would be appreciated.


I bought a gaming laptop because I wanted a dedicated GPU with more than 4GB of memory to run Skylum AI. My Lenovo Legion is more than capable of handling anything I can throw at it for photo processing. However, dedicated GPUs can be very power hungry which may mean heavy duty power cords and transformers. The power pack and cords on mine weigh over 2 lbs. Also, they need big fans. My wife complains about the blast of hot air coming out of it if I sit anywhere near her. Forget about any thoughts of packing it for a trip or using it on a plane. My gaming laptop is pretty well permanently installed on my desk now so I could have gone with a desktop instead.
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May 22, 2022 18:28:10   #
Mike D. wrote:
In the past I have purchased from KEH with zero problems but now there are more choices.

Has anyone had a positive experience with MPB.com? Feel free to suggest any other online stores that you have received good or great service from.

Thanks,

Mike


I have purchased used gear from MPB.com. I think they are just as good as KEH for buying or selling.
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May 11, 2022 11:04:53   #
rdgreenwood wrote:
I'm an old photographer--I started in 1968--so when a student asked me to recommend a book that addresses composition, I was stumped. I've been photographing for so long I can't even remember where I learned how to compose an image. I'm not sure I ever read a book; I suspect that I just used my intuition.

I could probably write a book on composition, but knowing which to tell someone to read is not within my ken. Please think about this and let me know what you'd recommend. Thank you in advance.
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My favorite and most invaluable book is Michael Freeman's 'The Photographers Eye : A Graphic Guide'. The simple graphics that accompany the stunning photos make it an easy and easily understood read.
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May 11, 2022 10:50:59   #
Rule of thumb for a landscape would be to focus on something 1/3rd into the scene - if that is not too much of an effort.
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May 11, 2022 10:33:30   #
Mac wrote:
Many times people post asking about off the beaten path things to photograph and other questions about the locations they are going to visit. Wouldn’t contacting that city’s Chamber of Commerce and/or Visitors Bureau be a good idea? Better to get ideas from people who live there, than from someone who has only visited there?
The same with visiting foreign countries. Wouldn’t contacting the US Embassy in that country be a good way of getting well informed ideas, information and suggestions?


I would expect the Visitor's Bureau to direct people towards the more obvious sights in the area. For more off-the- beat ideas, try Googling for local photographers or photo guides or see if their are any photo workshops in the area. Their websites will give you some ideas although it may mean some sleuthing to figure out the locations.
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May 11, 2022 10:22:14   #
Mongoose wrote:
Since all you fine people talked me into keeping my Nikon gear I have decided to grow into editing my pictures. I am currently looking to purchase a 16 inch Mac Book. I am not sure how much memory and other goodies to have on it. Suggestions please. Also, any suggestions for photo editing software for beginners to more experienced would be appreciated. Please do not burden yourselves or me with questions of why or what are you planning to do. I am just getting under way and wish to keep things simple. Once I am situated, I expect to learn and grow on my own.

Thank you,
DL Lender
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Contact one of the 'computer experts' at B&H Photo. They have expertise in the needs of photo editing and can guide you to the best solution for your budget and needs without any sales pressure or 'over selling'. Contact them through live chat or phone.
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Mar 27, 2022 21:26:08   #
Spirit Vision Photography wrote:
Does anyone here have any experience with the URTH brand of filters? What is your opinion on them?

Thanks.


I have a set of Urth ND filters. I found the quality to be excellent. Comparable to my Breakthrough or B+W filters at a fraction of the price.
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Mar 19, 2022 15:32:11   #
twosummers wrote:
Help!

Calling all UHH architectural photographer and associated professionals in the trade.

I am an experienced real estate photographer and now (for my sins) I've landed a job with a leading Australian architectural publication. I have my first assignment coming up a week into April so I have some time. The job is to photograph the various contractors and their work on a major new development including commercial and residential content. The project is currently under construction.

I have a selection of lenses so advice here needed too. Any weather and time of day considerations?

Any and all advice will be greatly received. Thanks in advance.
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Apart altogether from the photography aspect there are many practical things you need to know about going on an active construction site.
# 1 - Safety. Nowadays, site safety is one of the the most important aspects of working on a Construction site. Contact the main contractors' Site Project Manager and find out what safety requirements you will need to follow. As a minimum you will need proper PPE which usually includes puncture resistant, steel toed, ankle high safety boots, hard hat, hi-vis vest and probably safety glasses and puncture resistant gloves. If you wear glasses while working you will need over sized goggles or prescription safety glasses. Figure out how you are going to shoot wearing goggles and gloves. You may need to to do a safety training session on site or else expect to be escorted for the duration of your visit. Do not cross any temporary barriers or ignore any warning signs. You may need a safety harness to go up on a roof. These precautions are not just for show. You will be run off the site if you don't follow them. Safety violations can shut down a whole site costing the workers their pay checks.
#2 Schedule. On most major construction sites, schedule is more important than money. Every worker is under pressure to keep their schedule in order to avoid penalties or claims for delay by following trades. Don't expect workers to hang around while you set up a scene or lighting etc.
# 3 Heirarchy. The General Contractor (GC) or Construction Manager (CM) controls the site. He says who can enter and who can't. Even the Owner of the property has to abide by the Contractors requirements. Don't expect a welcome just because some editor from a magazine or Ad agency sent you. Contact the Site Supervisor beforehand yourself to make sure they are aware you are coming. Let the GC introduce you to the various trades or Sub-Contractors' managers or supervisors. GC's typically have very few trades men under their direct employ so they can't order the subs to cooperate with you, but they usually have good working relationships with them. Ask what Subs are on site and what activities are going on that day.
#4 Construction. If the mission is to highlight the activities of the various subs they probably want to be seen as employing the latest technologies and equipment. Don't expect to take shots of a guy studying a spirit level or laying out with a measuring tape. Construction nowadays is all about pre-assembled or unitized construction. Laying out is done by lasers and GPS. The typical 'job box' is more likely to consist of a mobile AV set up with a laptop and large screen monitor connected via wifi to the 3D BIM model than a makeshift bench with a roll of blueprints.
#5 Consent. How will you get consent forms or the workers that appear in the pictures? My 40 years of experience doing construction status reports is that construction workers can be very camera shy. They jump out of the way or turn their backs as soon as the see a camera - some with good reason. Roofers in particular can be very hostile to having their photos taken.

Good luck with your assignment.
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Mar 7, 2022 12:16:23   #


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Feb 7, 2022 11:25:37   #
User ID wrote:
Sony announced that there are already more than enuf bird and wildlife pix on file such that no more need be added. Therefor Sony designers are no longer compromising other design concerns to facilitate bird and wildlife photography.


A man after my own heart.
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Jan 7, 2022 14:44:52   #
grandpaw wrote:
When you look at a photograph, do you look for the positive things in the photo first or do you look for things you think need corrected? I guess this is a glass half full or half empty question. Again, just curios.


If I like the photo, I examine it to try to find why I like it. If I don't like it, I might spend a couple of seconds to think about what I would have done differently, but most times I will just move on.
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Dec 7, 2021 13:57:40   #
CHG_CANON wrote:
I've been back from a few weeks travel culling images and thinking about 'Technique School' topics. Alas, those topics are a few weeks into the future with thousands of images to cull and several ideas to write about. But in the meantime, a thought hit me that can be asked today: How has UHH changed your life? (I had to use another subject title to assure this thread didn't get pushed to chit chat.)

The thought / question came from a range of images where I was shooting maybe a bit too slow for the wildlife with an effort to keep the ISO low, specifically at ISO-100. That's a change that I can trace directly to UHH. As I approach my own 9-year join-date, the focus on low(est) ISO is something I picked up here at UHH. In the old days, I never worried about the digital ISO, at least not like I do today, and my cameras are all way better today than the model I shot back before joining.

How about you?
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For me, UHH has been my main outlet for displaying or sharing my work. The feedback from other hoggers encouraged me to get out and try harder. I made a commitment to try to post something at least once a month and was keeping it up until Covit put an end to my travelling. I'll have to get back to it.
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