Posts for: repleo
Mar 29, 2021 00:57:09 #
DJphoto wrote:
Nicely done! We've got 3 days in Lago di Como in a little over a year; can't wait.
Varenna is a great base for Lake Como. There is gorgeous 'Via D'Amore' walk along the shore that forms the backdrop for several Rick Steves clips. Lots of lovely quite restaurants along the water. Amazing views of the full length of the lake from the reasonably priced Hotel Olivedo. It is only a ten minute ferry ride over to Bellagio. Varenna is on the train line for easy access. You can take a train from Varenna to Milan or all the way up to St Moritz in Switzerland.
Mar 28, 2021 01:18:39 #
Great shots. The USS Constitution has undergone several years of major repair / restoration since your visit. I think they have finished the work now. The ship does a 'turnaround' every year in Boston Harbor on July 4th to even out the weathering. The cruise is manned by Navy sailors in period uniforms. They fire the ships canons as they pass Fort Independence in South Boston. It is a wonderful sight.
There is a lottery every year (except for Covid) for up to 150 lucky civilians for spots on the turnaround cruise.
Thanks for the shots.
There is a lottery every year (except for Covid) for up to 150 lucky civilians for spots on the turnaround cruise.
Thanks for the shots.
Mar 16, 2021 08:27:00 #
I bought a used Sony RX100 from them. Good item and good service. I think they originated in the UK and then expanded to the US.
Mar 15, 2021 20:04:00 #
docphoto wrote:
Good evening... My wife and I would like to take a short trip to Vermont for a few days. Obviously while she is "shopping" I want to go and photograph the sights. I would like to ask any of you who have been to Vermont where are the places to photograph, ie landscapes, quaint towns, waterfalls. Our itinerary will be coming from Albany, NY driving across to Vermont ( Bennington) and go up to the middle of the state. We'll be in Vermont for about 3 days ( short get-away) Thank you
Lots of interesting things to photograph in downtown Bennington. Cool sculptures along the streets and several covered bridges just outside the town.
Woodstock is sort of the quintessential Vermont village, but nearby Quechee is my favorite spot. Make sure to visit the Simon Pearse Workshop and Restaurant in Quechee. Beautiful housewares, superb restaurant with view of the falls and covered bridge and of course the hand glass blowing demonstrations. Check ahead for opening during Covit and make reservations. The Quechee Gorge is a couple of miles down the road also.
https://www.simonpearce.com/our-restaurant
Mar 15, 2021 19:37:06 #
doxphoto wrote:
taken on a trip to Italy a very long time ago. In color on Ekatchrome and converted (with one exception) to black and white. Because I like them in that modality.
Great set. The one of the kids is a nice capture. Many of the smaller Tuscan hill towns are loosing their young folks. Steep hills and narrow streets with no parking may be photogenic but can be a real hardship for daily life.
Mar 15, 2021 19:30:15 #
gwong1 wrote:
My laptop is dying and I searched but did not find too many recent threads on photo editing laptops. Any recommendations that will not break the bank? Gary
Get in touch with one of the computer experts at B&H. They are photo editing savvy and will give you guidance on the best options for any given budget. Can't beat B&H for service.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/experts-profiles.jsp/Computers/-/ci/9581
Mar 15, 2021 02:05:01 #
Take a look at 3rd picture in AviRoad's post above and you will see the scene hasn't changed much.
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-689310-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-689310-1.html
Mar 15, 2021 01:54:51 #
Photogirl17 wrote:
The Color Green Challenge br Green is a cool color... (show quote)
Some more 'greens'.
Mar 15, 2021 01:48:01 #
Lovely shots. I recognized several of the locations. We spent a wonderful three or four days in Bellagio and Varenna and criss-crossed the lake on the ferries all the way down to Como. Thanks for rekindling the memories.
Mar 8, 2021 08:27:23 #
Neither a filter nor a lens hood is going to protect a lens from a drop onto a hard surface. That is entirely in the hands of Lady Luck.
A filter will protect your lens from dirt, sand, gunge, finger prints, dust etc . and reduce the number of times you need to clean the front glass. I don’t mind having to clean a filter, but I do hesitate at the thought of scrubbing muck off the expensive coating on my lenses.
If I ever go on a shoot for National Geographic like your friend Scott, I may take the filter off.
A filter will protect your lens from dirt, sand, gunge, finger prints, dust etc . and reduce the number of times you need to clean the front glass. I don’t mind having to clean a filter, but I do hesitate at the thought of scrubbing muck off the expensive coating on my lenses.
If I ever go on a shoot for National Geographic like your friend Scott, I may take the filter off.
Mar 6, 2021 08:24:12 #
I use several methods to view mine. I have a ‘gallery’ of about 10 along the corridor that I rotate from time to time. I also have one of those digital picture frames in my home office. I also have the background on my computer set up as a slide show. It displays different images on each of the three screens. I have an sd card plugged into my 56” tv and sometimes I’ll turn it on as a slide show if we are not watching a program.
However, probably my favorite method is to go back over my ‘mini theme’ posts here on UHH. I get to see my favorite pictures and read the encouraging comments from my fellow hoggs.
However, probably my favorite method is to go back over my ‘mini theme’ posts here on UHH. I get to see my favorite pictures and read the encouraging comments from my fellow hoggs.
Mar 3, 2021 09:07:11 #
vintage46 wrote:
My son would like a recommendation for a first mirrorless camera to do mainly family and food photography.
He is a chef and would like to promote the food in the restaurant he manages. His skills are at the novice level, but I think he wants a camera that will allow him to grow and increase his skills.
Thanks for any help
He is a chef and would like to promote the food in the restaurant he manages. His skills are at the novice level, but I think he wants a camera that will allow him to grow and increase his skills.
Thanks for any help
Another vote for the Sony A6000. It was my first interchangeable camera. I have since added a couple of full frame Sonys but the A6000 is the one I use for family and travel.
For food shots, I think learning how to light the scene will be much more important than the type of camera. If the lighting is right, a smart phone will be more than adequate for his purpose.
Mar 2, 2021 09:14:25 #
You may never have a problem with it. If you do, just send it to the UK (see above) service center. It may be a bit more complicated filling out a customs form but the post office can walk you through it.
Feb 26, 2021 09:46:32 #
jtwind wrote:
The David Busch books are great for sony's and creative live has a class that takes you through every button and menu feature and is very well done.
Another thumbs up for David Busch's guide. I believe it was out of print but is back again now. The Sony manual is pretty useless. It goes through the menu lists, but gives no context or when or how to use the settings. There are some things that you will want to do that involve two or three different setting in different menus. Busch's book will take you though them - the Sony guide won't.
Feb 26, 2021 09:38:25 #
Silkway2017 wrote:
it displays only my photo, no active link to advertisement
Looks like Admin disagreed and moved you from Photo Gallery to Links and Resources.