Posts for: Photoquilter
Sep 5, 2012 17:43:11 #
Though I would not want to run into this web unintentionally, I was fascinated by this Orb Weaver. She is attractive, in her own way, don't you think?
Barb
Barb
Sep 4, 2012 16:20:42 #
Sep 4, 2012 14:55:36 #
Chris wrote:
1970 here what about you
Photoquilter wrote:
Welcome, Barb! I graduated from Pittsfield High School many years ago. Fond memories of Berkshire County. I haven't been on UHH very long, but have learned a lot from these folks.
Another Barb
Another Barb
1970 here what about you
My husband graduated 1969. 1971 for me.
Sep 4, 2012 14:51:28 #
[quote=jackinkc]
Yes, if there are insects present, this may have no benefit. However, if she is correct in her claim there are no insects (perhaps having had an exterminator), then this paint may dissuade the woodpecker. The paint additive has a taste and odor the woodpeckers find unpleasant. It is not intended as a shield nor barrier.
Photoquilter wrote:
quote=Coolcameragirl quote=emrob62 Theres always... (show quote)
Yes, if there are insects present, this may have no benefit. However, if she is correct in her claim there are no insects (perhaps having had an exterminator), then this paint may dissuade the woodpecker. The paint additive has a taste and odor the woodpeckers find unpleasant. It is not intended as a shield nor barrier.
Sep 4, 2012 14:42:36 #
Welcome, Barb! I graduated from Pittsfield High School many years ago. Fond memories of Berkshire County. I haven't been on UHH very long, but have learned a lot from these folks.
Another Barb
Another Barb
Sep 4, 2012 14:38:18 #
Nice shots! Clear and sharp. Just one question - about the dark "spots" in the water of the first picture. Perhaps I am just jumpy - I had spots on my Niagara Falls pictures, only the ones with the light background taken with a small aperture. Turned out to be dust on my sensor. I had never cleaned my sensor before, and was quite distraught about it. Anyway, turned out to not be a big deal to clean it. Is there something floating in the water?
Sep 4, 2012 14:21:50 #
Coolcameragirl wrote:
quote=emrob62 Theres always vinyl siding. ( sorry... (show quote)
I live in such an association, in the woods, with lots of woodpeckers. I have not tried the woodpecker repellant paint additive, but it sounds like you might be ready to try it! Found this link:
http://www.birdbusters.com/woodpecker_paint_additive.htm
Sep 4, 2012 14:17:03 #
tschmath wrote:
Finally!!! Thank you for a reliable source. Now I know that it ISN'T a big deal. Thanks for putting that one to rest.
RTR wrote:
"Mass strandings of dolphins, whales, and other marine mammals date back to the time of Aristotle" http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=why-do-whales-beach-themselves
Finally!!! Thank you for a reliable source. Now I know that it ISN'T a big deal. Thanks for putting that one to rest.
The article said that strandings have been documented far back, but also said there is ongoing research to see if something present-day is causing the number of strandings to increase. The article did not dismiss such concerns. It included red tide and sonar interference, among other possibilites, as things they were studying. Alarmed? Maybe that is too strong a description, but certainly there are many researchers who are looking into the matter.
Sep 2, 2012 11:21:01 #
I usually prefer the subject looking "into" the picture, so I am surprised how much I like this! Great composition, nice light, sharp. Wonderful!
Thanks for sharing.
Barb
Thanks for sharing.
Barb
Sep 1, 2012 13:01:13 #
B&H is my choice. Bought a Nikon D7000 body and received it 2 days later - great packing, super service. 6 days later the price dropped $100. I called to ask about price guarantee and they immediately issued a refund. Great service.
Barb
Barb
Aug 26, 2012 21:59:02 #
Thanks for the explanation! Will run the suggested test to get a better feel for it.
Barb
Barb
Aug 26, 2012 16:33:07 #
Not sure if these are grasshoppers or locusts. I was not able to get closer than 3 feet, as they were deep inside a garden bed (botanical garden). I did not have a tripod with me, so it is not as sharp as it could be, either. Suggestions for other ways to get this shot under such conditions? Using 105mm Nikkor Micro and D7000. About 6:30 pm (metadata is wrong... must change the time on my camera).
Aug 26, 2012 08:52:46 #
I think there was a thread somewhere asking for the meaning of "tack sharp." Great examples! I love number 4. Nice "expression!"
Aug 25, 2012 22:19:03 #
Thanks for the link. What a great spot! I bookmarked the page and downloaded a few. Lots of reading ahead.
Barb
Barb
Aug 25, 2012 22:06:35 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
We emphasize true macro-photography at 1:1 (life-size) as opposed to close-up photography at 1:2 (1/2x life-size).
Photoquilter wrote:
I invite you to join fellow frustrated macro-photographers here: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.htmlBugs can be frustrating!
We emphasize true macro-photography at 1:1 (life-size) as opposed to close-up photography at 1:2 (1/2x life-size).
Thanks for the invitation. Will see if I can take some pictures worth submitting, but will surely learn a lot from seeing everyone else's.