Posts for: whitewitch
Sep 2, 2016 14:42:52 #
butchgarrison wrote:
No, we live in the urban jungle. We be spotted a couple of Monarchs this summer. I'm going to get the Kinder and 1st grade to raise some that we can get online. We have enough milkweed to raise a few. They are expensive though
What is expensive? Getting the Monarch caterpillars on line?
Sep 2, 2016 14:41:13 #
These are annuals but reseed themselves in the spring. Unfortunately, the Monarchs are becoming endangered because their only food source, the Milkweed, is becoming scarce due to 'development'. If there is any way possible, next spring, plant a milkweed garden so it will attract Monarchs wanting to lay eggs. Milkweed is usually found on roadsides or in fields that have a lot of direct sun. If I can, I will try to find some milkweed pods outside and then send them to you...When you are in a field, milkweed is easy to spot because it's broad leafed foliage is a yellowy green compared to the darkness of the rest of the foliage in the field.
Sep 2, 2016 13:58:37 #
Monarch season is pretty much winding down now. I think they start laying their eggs in July... Have you found any Monarch eggs?
Sep 2, 2016 13:35:27 #
butchgarrison wrote:
ðð¾. Thanks Denise, I'll let the Green Guerrillas read this.
Butch
Butch
This is the milkweed that we have around these parts...
Sep 2, 2016 13:22:55 #
butchgarrison wrote:
Tropical Milkweed
Sep 2, 2016 11:43:29 #
Hi Butch, thank you. I'm from Buffalo and am not familiar with Tropical Milkweed. Those don't look like Monarch caterpillars to me. Monarch caterpillars are yellow, black and white striped and aren't 'furry'. I hope this helps. :)
May 27, 2013 19:29:58 #
R.G. wrote:
It's not a subject I'm familiar with, but as I said, in your case it's probably a more important consideration than the camera. Don't ignore possibilities like Sigma and Tamron.
For both the camera and lens, previously owned stuff often gets recommended by people including pros. Manufacturer's refurbs are probably a safe option. There's more experienced people who can advise you better than I can.
For both the camera and lens, previously owned stuff often gets recommended by people including pros. Manufacturer's refurbs are probably a safe option. There's more experienced people who can advise you better than I can.
OK, thank you so much R.G. for your input. I appreciate it :-D
May 27, 2013 16:46:55 #
R.G. wrote:
I have an s8000, but it's been upstaged by my more... (show quote)
No, I'm not aware of the Sony. I will have to look into it. Thank you for the info. How much do you think I would have to spend for a decent quality lens?
May 27, 2013 15:14:18 #
R.G. wrote:
Do I detect a bias?? Since I got it, I've followed advice from various quarters and I keep the f-stop higher than the camera would use in auto mode. I also use centre-weighted exposure and autofocus, and I've been working on my camera-holding skills. I also think that the latest generation of CMOS sensors are a genuine improvement over older ones (there were a few wrinkles to iron out).
I see you describe yourself as an artist. Do you combine art and photography?
I see you describe yourself as an artist. Do you combine art and photography?
No, I'm not biased as I don't own a Nikon. I'm just aware of their good reputation. Right now I own a Fuji Finepix s9000 but I want to upgrade to a DSLR. I'm leaning towards Canon because I want to work in low light conditions, astrophotography, ambient light, etc. I've seen some advanced people using Canon because they seem to work really well in low light conditions with little noise. I'm not a pro by any stretch. Just an intermediate amateur. I don't have the funds right now anyway so I'm keeping my options open. The choices are overwhelming and I'm not sure which type of camera to go with but I have some time to make a decision. No hurry there.
But at some point I would love to get the point and shoot that you have. I think it's pretty amazing....
I work in metal but I have a great love for photography. I guess they are 2 different paths......But it's really all the same, it's art.
My brother was stationed in Scotland in the navy many years ago. I wish I was there. What a beautiful place to live :D
May 27, 2013 14:16:22 #
R.G. wrote:
Thanks again, Whitewitch. I've been pleasantly surprised by the P7700.
I'm in shock at the superior quality for such a reasonable priced camera. But then again, it's Nikon! :-D
May 27, 2013 14:00:41 #
R.G. wrote:
Thanks for the compliment, whitewitch. #1 was taken with a Nikon P7700, and #2 was taken a while back with a Lumix FS30 compact.
Thank you, R.G. - so beautiful ;-)
May 26, 2013 22:51:59 #
R.G. wrote:
Anyone who lives near a coast knows how dynamic an environment it is.
I got the first shot this morning then remembered an old shot of when the weather wasn't so peaceable.
I got spray on my lens taking the second - got wet too.
I got the first shot this morning then remembered an old shot of when the weather wasn't so peaceable.
I got spray on my lens taking the second - got wet too.
Absolutely gorgeous. Can I ask what kind of camera you use? :thumbup:
May 26, 2013 22:42:42 #
Grannysweet wrote:
He doesn't know......and I'm not telling him he is NOT a hummingbird.
It's a sparrow with a sweet tooth/beak
May 26, 2013 22:40:37 #
PierreH wrote:
I give up....been going through the bird books, lo... (show quote)
That's not a swallow. It looks like a sparrow.........
May 19, 2013 23:13:58 #
catgirl wrote:
I have been up until a couple of weeks ago, been working on a scrapbook for my sisters great grandson, and just finished doing a western theme invitations for triplets turning 6, now doing three scrapbook pages for their rooms, so I have been busy and also going to CA for a week trying to catch up just a couple a day, Little Pixel had surgery last week for cancer getting his stitches out next Wed keeping our fingers crossed. It is really good to see you back on
Wow, you really are busy. I know you're very talented with your scrap booking. That will be something to be treasured forever. I pray Little Pixel has a full recovery, the poor sweetie. Keep me updated, OK? It's good to be on here to see you.... ;-)