Posts for: Sundog
Nov 24, 2011 13:06:40 #
ccastle wrote:
You could also set up a free account in Dropbox. Useful for many things besides photos
I've used Dropbox for years now. Great service and easy to get files between me and clients
Nov 24, 2011 11:57:53 #
Nov 23, 2011 09:58:29 #
Usually you go back to the pointer tool or select another tool.
Nov 23, 2011 09:57:11 #
You're going to get two different kind of images from these two lenses.
The 50mm 1.8 if you shoot down under f2.8 will give you a beautiful soft background so the photo will be focused on the subjects.
The crop factor for your sensor makes that zoom at 55mm an 88mm lens. This can help compress the background into the shot and the f stop being 3.5+ will show that background.
So, it all depends on what kind of shot your are looking to create. I would do both. You are there, shot a lot. If you have a flash and a reflector panel you should shoot with the sun behind or off angle over the shoulder. Not in their faces. The popup flash can even help with no reflector. I know, counter intuitive to use the flash outdoors in daylight... You have to force it on rather than let it determine if it wants to fire.
There are some great video on Adorama.com in the Leaning Center. See the Adorama TV. Good stuff on outdoor portraits and flash.
Oh, and avoid getting mottled shadows on the faces.
Hope this helps
The 50mm 1.8 if you shoot down under f2.8 will give you a beautiful soft background so the photo will be focused on the subjects.
The crop factor for your sensor makes that zoom at 55mm an 88mm lens. This can help compress the background into the shot and the f stop being 3.5+ will show that background.
So, it all depends on what kind of shot your are looking to create. I would do both. You are there, shot a lot. If you have a flash and a reflector panel you should shoot with the sun behind or off angle over the shoulder. Not in their faces. The popup flash can even help with no reflector. I know, counter intuitive to use the flash outdoors in daylight... You have to force it on rather than let it determine if it wants to fire.
There are some great video on Adorama.com in the Leaning Center. See the Adorama TV. Good stuff on outdoor portraits and flash.
Oh, and avoid getting mottled shadows on the faces.
Hope this helps
Nov 5, 2011 11:35:38 #
So true on the training time and even the age of the person running the machine.
I have used Mpix and they did good work. I have also used this small shop in Ashland OR and got super print quality. Love the metallic prints from him
http://www.bluecubeimaging.com
I have used Mpix and they did good work. I have also used this small shop in Ashland OR and got super print quality. Love the metallic prints from him
http://www.bluecubeimaging.com
Nov 5, 2011 11:14:27 #
[quote=George H][quote=saintpeter]thanks for the help guys!! i will get a memory stick and order online, i will use stick to develope less attractive photos at walmart and use that site mentioned for good photos. thanks alot[/quote
Do you have a Costco near you, if so they have state of the art machines and I also use them. Believe it or not they even print on canvas.[/quote]
A Pro friend of mine clued me in that Costco has the same high end printer that a Bay Photo has. I will be sending over some files to print with Costco to check it out. Price is great too.
Do you have a Costco near you, if so they have state of the art machines and I also use them. Believe it or not they even print on canvas.[/quote]
A Pro friend of mine clued me in that Costco has the same high end printer that a Bay Photo has. I will be sending over some files to print with Costco to check it out. Price is great too.
Oct 20, 2011 11:02:13 #
liv2paddle wrote:
Its a tool that in the wrong hands can be as devastating as a hammer to glass.
Agreed. Over processing is something I fight all the time. I'm sure if I go back to my images of today in a year I will want to redo them, and I can in the digital realm.
Oct 20, 2011 10:58:02 #
Like any art form it is subjective. The viewers will all have different opinions.
I agree, if technically correct then it is a good photo. Will everyone like it? Perhaps not. Can we appreciate the effort, of course.
An example was a B&W photo that a good photographer posted on another forum I read. Some wanted to crop it, others didn't like, and I liked it just as it is.
The owner simply thanks everyone for their ideas and let them know the photo was just what he wanted it to be as it was. He was happy. End of story.
He made a choice.
As will all info you can choose to accept it, store it for later or throw it away.
Personally, I'm the hardest critic of my photos. This has kept me improving and learning (and accepting critic gracefully when given)
I agree, if technically correct then it is a good photo. Will everyone like it? Perhaps not. Can we appreciate the effort, of course.
An example was a B&W photo that a good photographer posted on another forum I read. Some wanted to crop it, others didn't like, and I liked it just as it is.
The owner simply thanks everyone for their ideas and let them know the photo was just what he wanted it to be as it was. He was happy. End of story.
He made a choice.
As will all info you can choose to accept it, store it for later or throw it away.
Personally, I'm the hardest critic of my photos. This has kept me improving and learning (and accepting critic gracefully when given)
Oct 20, 2011 10:48:38 #
Personally I like HDR. It's just another and logical extension of the art form of Digital Photography.
Images in HDR can be made very realistic but currently it seems most like to push it out into the surreal.
There are some great photographers using HDR to take amazing shots inside cathedrals, churches and more.
I used a 3 shot bracket and NIK HDR Pro to bring light into the dark shadows in this Fall Colors shot. Would you know it was HDR if I had no said so?
It's all simply choice and fun.
Images in HDR can be made very realistic but currently it seems most like to push it out into the surreal.
There are some great photographers using HDR to take amazing shots inside cathedrals, churches and more.
I used a 3 shot bracket and NIK HDR Pro to bring light into the dark shadows in this Fall Colors shot. Would you know it was HDR if I had no said so?
It's all simply choice and fun.
Oct 20, 2011 10:38:21 #
My first camera: Kodak Duaflex II (image attached)
620 roll film (huh?!)
My father let me use his 35mm Kodak Signet with a hand held meter.
I moved to an Canon FTB 35mm SLR until water got in it while I lived in Alaska.
No camera for me for many years as I was busy with LIFEĀ
I was excited when I saw the possibilities of digital. No more undeveloped rolls of film in my refrigerator ! But I waited many years for this medium to come into it's own.
Finally purchased a 4MP pocket camera have have steadily moved up. Now in an Olympus e 620 DSLR.
Next year I am looking for a Pro level camera, but nothing to chose yet until the Canon refresh that should be due next year.
In the meantime I am also learning about Nikon Pro level cams too.
I may revisit film one day but for now I love this art form and the Digital Darkroom.
I may not be an alpha adopter but I love new tech.
Like this new idea https://www.lytro.com/
620 roll film (huh?!)
My father let me use his 35mm Kodak Signet with a hand held meter.
I moved to an Canon FTB 35mm SLR until water got in it while I lived in Alaska.
No camera for me for many years as I was busy with LIFEĀ
I was excited when I saw the possibilities of digital. No more undeveloped rolls of film in my refrigerator ! But I waited many years for this medium to come into it's own.
Finally purchased a 4MP pocket camera have have steadily moved up. Now in an Olympus e 620 DSLR.
Next year I am looking for a Pro level camera, but nothing to chose yet until the Canon refresh that should be due next year.
In the meantime I am also learning about Nikon Pro level cams too.
I may revisit film one day but for now I love this art form and the Digital Darkroom.
I may not be an alpha adopter but I love new tech.
Like this new idea https://www.lytro.com/
Oct 9, 2011 11:10:11 #
One of my Flickr contacts has a few nice ideas too using Starbucks coffee cups and pringles cans
http://www.flickr.com/photos/steveblackdog/5721348001/in/photostream
http://www.flickr.com/photos/steveblackdog/5721431391/in/photostream/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/steveblackdog/5721348001/in/photostream
http://www.flickr.com/photos/steveblackdog/5721431391/in/photostream/
Oct 5, 2011 13:59:53 #
wilsondl2 wrote:
When I started photography in the early 60's most ... (show quote)
I don't think, in the beginning, that it's bad to take lots of photos and experiment, get use to where all the settings are on your brand of camera (that takes time and use).
But as you become more comfortable, yes, by all means slow down, take time to setup, anticipate, plan and keep your eyes and awareness on what is going on around you. You just might get a shot you didn't even think about before then.
Oct 5, 2011 12:31:15 #
docgipe wrote:
Someone has said, "The ability to purchase t... (show quote)
I too turned off the TV, but that was 30 years ago! Amazing what I have been able to do, enjoy and experience. From learning guitar to web design and now Photography.
TV and Cable/Sat disconnected = Highly Recommended
Live life, don't watch it
Oct 5, 2011 11:58:01 #
jimn wrote:
When shooting groups of people, my rule is at leas... (show quote)
Especially true with groups. Just one person blinking, not smiling or distracted can mess it all up. Extra shots a must in this case.
I like the idea of that landscape exercise.
Oct 5, 2011 10:22:21 #
I don't think about how many I take. I just keep shooting, experimenting and having fun until I need to go home, the event is over, or I am satisfied I have done my best and have what I need in the card.
But in general, as stated above, shoot lots of shots if you are new. Try different settings, different compositions and angles.
This is how you get to know your camera. Read the manual and learn one new thing to you can use each time you go out to shoot. This gets you familiar with all the settings over time.
I use to shoot a lot for a few months in multi-shot mode and even bracketing to makes sure I got the right shot and exposure.
Now, after many shots (10,000+) I take more time and know what I want to do. So I shoot less and get more good shots. But I don't over think it. I keep shooting a subject until I feel I have what I want. That can be one shot sometimes. I can see it in the screen on the back. I know it's what I want. Other times I keep shooting 4 to 10 shots making adjustments to composition and/or settings.
My final word: have fun, shoot lots of shots until you no longer need to and you know you can do it in less. It's simply time spend behind the camera that will make things better.
But in general, as stated above, shoot lots of shots if you are new. Try different settings, different compositions and angles.
This is how you get to know your camera. Read the manual and learn one new thing to you can use each time you go out to shoot. This gets you familiar with all the settings over time.
I use to shoot a lot for a few months in multi-shot mode and even bracketing to makes sure I got the right shot and exposure.
Now, after many shots (10,000+) I take more time and know what I want to do. So I shoot less and get more good shots. But I don't over think it. I keep shooting a subject until I feel I have what I want. That can be one shot sometimes. I can see it in the screen on the back. I know it's what I want. Other times I keep shooting 4 to 10 shots making adjustments to composition and/or settings.
My final word: have fun, shoot lots of shots until you no longer need to and you know you can do it in less. It's simply time spend behind the camera that will make things better.