Posts for: Wags
Sep 17, 2021 17:50:53 #
Sep 17, 2021 15:50:39 #
I meant to include this in my original post. It's a Tomato Hornworm, which I had never seen before. Its a blue-green, 4 inch caterpillar. it will become a 5 inch moth. Apparently there is also a Tobacco Hornworm. But this is the Tomato because it has 8 white stripes as opposed to the Tobacco which only has 7 stripes. Fun to learn new stuff.
Sep 17, 2021 15:42:49 #
The Horicon Marsh in SE Wisconsin is the largest freshwater cattail marsh in the country. My grandson, a friend of his and I spent some time there yesterday taking the 2.4 mile loop around the marsh. There is such a variety of wildlife and plants to see that even my 10 year old grandson loves going there. I thought I would share some photos from our day there.
Jun 29, 2021 17:41:53 #
Thank you to all who have responded with some great suggestions and ideas. I’ll be visiting the site next week, and then get some equipment that can help. I’m enjoying the learning process for this. Many thanks.
Jun 27, 2021 14:07:18 #
Shellback wrote:
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This is great! Thanks. I'll look at these for sure.
Jun 27, 2021 13:43:40 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
The Tamron 24-70,should work well for you.Use existing lighting. Consider a backdrop to save time in photoshop.
I was thinking the 24-70 would be my best option, too. I hadn't thought about a backdrop. Thanks.
Jun 27, 2021 13:30:14 #
My Daughter in law heads up a foundation in Milwaukee that provides college scholarships to graduating high school students. It started out a few years ago with about 25 students; they are up to 90. These are all outstanding students who would not be able to go to college without this kind of assistance. She has asked me to take headshots of the students that they then use for promotions, communications, etc. I did this for her during the first year, and I didn't have any lighting to help. The photos turned out "ok," but not anywhere near what I would like. I'm looking for some ideas and suggestions for this. There will be a luncheon for the students at Marquette University, and during the luncheon, the students will come by for a photo/headshot. I will not be shooting in a studio, and at this point, I don't really know what type of lighting will be available. Should I invest in a portable lightbox to help with lighting? Maybe just use a flash? I'll be using my Nikon D500. My lenses include a Nikon 105, Tamron 24-70, Sigma 18-35. Post processing will be in Lightroom, and I am considering using some background replacement in Photoshop, knowing that could be a lot of work. Thoughts and suggestions? Thank you!
Jun 15, 2021 16:10:10 #
cameraf4 wrote:
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While in Grand Junction, stop at the Two Rivers Winery.
Jun 12, 2021 11:00:16 #
Yes, left my iPad on the roof as I was leaving for work. I was able to find it on the side of the road, about 6 blocks from my house-totaled.
Jun 5, 2021 15:12:08 #
Several years ago,I was in Carlsbad, CA, on the beach shooting a beautiful sunset. I noticed a couple a few yards ahead of me who were enjoying the sunset, holding hands with an occasional kiss and hug. It was very romantic and touching. I started shooting them and ended up with several really nice shots. I then approached them, told them what I had done and showed them the photos. They were very appreciative and asked if I could email the photos to them, which I did later that night. A couple of months later they contacted me to ask if I could take some more photos of them and their family on the beach. But by that time I had already returned to Wisconsin. I was very happy that they enjoyed the photos, but I still can’t believe I did that.
May 12, 2021 11:56:36 #
Those are really interesting shots. I’m going to give it a try on my D500. Thanks for the idea!
Apr 9, 2021 12:39:53 #
I have several of these cacti around my patio in Tucson. This being my first winter/spring in AZ, I was pretty excited to see these blooms the other day. So I grabbed my D500 and got to work. What I didn't know is that these are one and done blooms. The next day they were gone. But they sure are pretty to look at.
Feb 11, 2021 14:59:38 #
This was sent to me, and I just thought it was good/funny enough to post:
A cranky older woman "in her senior years" was arrested for shoplifting at a grocery store She gave everyone a hard time, from the store manager to the security guard to the arresting officer who took her away. She complained and criticized everything and everyone throughout the process.
When she appeared before the judge, the judge asked her what she had stolen from the store.
The lady defiantly replied, "Just a stupid can of peaches you old fool.”
The judge then asked why she had done it.
She replied, "I was hungry and forgot to bring any cash to the store.”
The judge asked how many peaches were in the can.
She replied in a nasty tone, "Nine! But why do you care about that?”
The judge answered patiently, "Well, ma'am, because I'm going to give you nine days in jail -- one day for each peach.”
As the judge was about to drop his gavel, the lady's long-suffering husband raised his hand slowly and asked if he might speak.
The judge said, "Yes sir, what do you have to add?”
The husband said meekly, "Your Honor, she also stole two cans of peas.
A cranky older woman "in her senior years" was arrested for shoplifting at a grocery store She gave everyone a hard time, from the store manager to the security guard to the arresting officer who took her away. She complained and criticized everything and everyone throughout the process.
When she appeared before the judge, the judge asked her what she had stolen from the store.
The lady defiantly replied, "Just a stupid can of peaches you old fool.”
The judge then asked why she had done it.
She replied, "I was hungry and forgot to bring any cash to the store.”
The judge asked how many peaches were in the can.
She replied in a nasty tone, "Nine! But why do you care about that?”
The judge answered patiently, "Well, ma'am, because I'm going to give you nine days in jail -- one day for each peach.”
As the judge was about to drop his gavel, the lady's long-suffering husband raised his hand slowly and asked if he might speak.
The judge said, "Yes sir, what do you have to add?”
The husband said meekly, "Your Honor, she also stole two cans of peas.
Oct 4, 2020 19:02:50 #
RWebb76 wrote:
If you buy a child a Nikon, you risk emotionally injuring them for life. Go with a Canon. All joking aside, I like the idea of staying in the same system you have (Nikon) so you can share lenses, talk the same talk on menus, grandpa can help with more expertise, etc. Get different system from what you use, you are at a disadvantage and are missing some of the important interaction with the child. In this case, go with a Nikon that can use your lenses. Enjoy.
Thanks, I agree with you. I will be able to help her more with the Nikon.
Oct 3, 2020 22:54:26 #
SuperflyTNT wrote:
Go with your instinct. The D3500 kit will be great. It’ll be easier for her to handle than the D7200. Sure a used D7100 is nice but nobody wants to get their granddaughter a used gift. I also wouldn’t worry about it not having the focus motor. Unless she’s buying old lenses it’s not a problem.
Thanks. I agree.