billmck wrote:
Others have already responded correctly that I-24 in far western Kentucky is far from Kentucky horse country. All of the thoroughbred horse farms are within a 25-mile radius of Lexington. If you've got the time, you should consider staying on I-75 on your way home and come thru Lexington. ...
DieselDave,
Not knowing where your Starting Point is, so its kinda hard to "woo" you with other things to see along your trip to Florida, still ~ KY Horse Country is WONDERFUL in the spring. It would be worth the time and effort to drive into the Lexington KY area. I used to live there, and can say that your able to capture some wonderful sights along the trip. The drive from Frankfort to Versailles, then on to Lexington is filled with some cool things. There is a "Castle" on the way on Versailles Rd. There are a TON of beautiful farms on Old Frankfort Rd. that is also worth the time. You should really consider the detour up and over...
I should have clicked on the next set of reply's before commenting, seems that my same thought was already addressed....
Live an learn..
PapaJohn
dpullum wrote:
When you write a paragraph you are trying to convey an (one main) idea or concept. The next paragraph may be another idea or an expansion of the first paragraph. The reader in a sense asks what is the message and you tell them clearly with words. Talking about two subjects in one paragraph may confuse the reader. "What are they telling me? What is this story going to be about? Is the story about the difficulty grandma has adjusting to this vet or is the message about the adaptation of this vet to his situation?" I chose the second.
When we view a photograph we are dealing with feeling tones conveyed to the more primitive parts of the brain. Wait a minute is that a tiger in the bushes, the brain disregards the rabbit and focuses on one message the possible tiger.
In the original photo what is the message? Oh pity that guy and ignore why he and those other people are there? If that is what you want to convey then make it so. If the message is he, tho central, is just part of the crowd and participating in normal events then make it so. In a sense, it is your photo to make your message and not that of the viewer. So which one message, two allows the viewer to make the choice.. No, direct them.
I may sound sure that I am right, but I am open to opposing views.... What-cha-tank?
When you write a paragraph you are trying to conve... (
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A photo isn't a simple paragraph, it is more like a Novel: A picture is worth a thousand words comes to mind!
This novel does have two different stories within ~ and they both speak volumes.
The Crop job, changed the novel but still told a great story as well, and it is a very different story.
*****
Now to go back to the original question: What could have been done to improve the photograph. The use of black and white does change the mood, but I wonder if this was shot in color and then changed to B&W? If so, could we see the Color just on the Main Subject to draw the attention to it a bit more?
PapaJohn
Niagara Falls was part of our honeymoon trip (that I, the groom, planned without letting my bride know any part of where / when we were going to be).
The only problem was, we married in mid November, and the Maid doesn't run then.
We were able to get down to the bridal falls though.
Great trip.. Thanks for sharing and bringing some great memories back to me.
Welcome Ken!
Keep those Eagle Shots coming!!
PapaJohn
Elisafox22 wrote:
Thanks to you all for the warm welcome :-)
I do have a question that has been baffling me for a long while, about shooting the sky. I've got several photos and also information on what I've tried so far ... how should I go about it? This Welcome thread is probably not the place!
Should I make a page of the shots and then post the question?
First of all, Welcome!
Second: Your right on the money, create another thread and post your photo whit questions. Put as much info in the post as you can as well. Then, everyone can talk about the technical aspects (what f stop / etc...) that might make the improvements your wanting.
Again, Welcome!
PapaJohn
Lowright wrote:
I'm in Monticello. South of somerset. Ill probably end up with the magic lantern at some point. But gonna fiddle with this thing instead. Have any time lapse you'd like to show us??
I used to work in Somerset, know the area pretty well (so I know right where Monticello is)! Currently I'm just south of Lexington. When it gets warmer, I'll be down on Lake in your back yard.
Being at work at the moment, I can't post it (the time lapse). Later today or tomorrow I'll upload one for ya.
@jimni2001 ~ you'll enjoy the post. Shot here in KY!!!
PapaJohn
Lowright wrote:
@ jimni2001
I looked into it. And seriously considered doing it. But was worried about putting it on my camera. I may still one of these days if I'm not happy with the functions from the piece I have now. My camera is my best friend I'd hate to use it as a paper weight! Lol. 😜
I'm using MagicLantern on my T3i, and have had NO Problems at all.
Where abouts in KY are you?
PapaJohn
peggyjom wrote:
Oh please no amount of money spent on glass does the work for you! :)
When I cook a great meal no one has ever asked "what kind of pan do you use" you have to be creative and willing to study to get great shots! Even then the great ones are to come by there is so much to learn using a DLSR unless your going to green box it!
After the camera you have to start looking at software, a tripod, lights, ....it never quits
I have, however, had cooking instructions that recommended the use of a specific pan. ;-) And I do know that the use of certain pans do make a huge difference in the outcome of some of my cooking. (Ceramic coated pan works so much better than my stainless steel cookware when it comes to making my eggs without any sprays/oils/etc...)
There is always the right tool for the job. Getting caught up in the specialty tools for very limited use can get down right expensive, but if you have ever used that "right tool" just for that certain job you don't want to go without it. You can, just don't really want to. So it really comes down to the big Wants Vs. Needs. Often, I have to use those four simple words that express how much I truly Love my family: We can't afford it.
Oh but if I can afford it, there is a "Pecking Order" of things I have. Saving up for that extra purchase, and then making it sure is rewarding. Best of luck on the decision for that next Upgrade.
PapaJohn
Linda From Maine wrote:
I have not purchased anything from Abe's. The only photographic purchases I've made in 5 years was a Rebel XT from amazon 5 years ago, the Canon 55-250 IS from amazon 2 months ago, and my T3i from 42photo recently (horrible experience). Per other recommendations, I just bought a filter and an SD card from B&H. THANK YOU ALL, great info to start dreaming with!
After my camera and all my gear was stolen from my car about a year ago, I purchased the T3i with the 18-55mm kit lens. I got the 55-250 IS thrown in with a bundle purchase at a great price from B&H photo to boot! Started out on the decent side with the kit lenses (and I still actually pull them out every now and then, but not so much...)
I ended up getting the "Nifty Fifty" (Canon's 50mm prime lens) Its made of plastics, has a Cheap Feel, but I'm really surprised at the results I've gotten from it for under $100.
The primary "Walk Around Lens" that is usually found on my T3i body is the Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM (
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/149629-USA/Canon_2562A002AA_EF_28_135mm_f_3_5_5_6_IS.html ). I found my "used" at a Mom & Pop camera shop outside of Philadelphia PA (Allen's Photo [allenscamera.com]) for Under $200 [and it was a shelf demo that was in mint condition]!
http://allenscamera.com/spec-sheet.html?catalog[product_guids][0]=849826#.ULzy-Yb4LFI
I'm hopeful that I'll be seeing the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM under the tree this year.
After seeing that you noted a "horrible experience" with 42photo, I'm wondering if anyone has ever had a good experience with them... How did they "bait and switch" you?
PapaJohn
RaydancePhoto wrote:
Mudshark wrote:
Put your money in education...best gift you can give your self and the best investment in the long run.
I second that + keep your XTi and get yourself 1 or 2 good lenses. 24-105 and the Tamron 17-50 are great lenses. A new camera, no matter what you get, will not give you better pics just because it has more Mp's or costs a lot more. Glass on the other hand, is an investment that will not go out of style or you outgrow.
I second the "Keep the Body", and get yourself some good glass. The nice thing is, Really GOOD glass on a so so body will still give you some great shots.. Some BAD glass on a GREAT body will return you some so so shots.
If your thinking that your going to head into the Full Frame sensor body at any point down the road, then make sure the lens (es) that you get are the EF lenses, Not the EF-S (made specifically for the crop sensor body). The Lenses that are marked "L" series are the "Top of the Line" and have the construction that comes with the price tag. Sometimes, going with the lens that is just the step below might be the "best bang for the buck" ~ look at the 50mm prime lenses from Canon and you'll see what I'm talking about.
And I'm still SHOCKED at the Nifty Fifty $100 (plastic) prime lens from Canon ~ its not even what I would call "good glass" but still I've been able to learn a lot with it!
And that is what I think Mudshark was trying to pass along ~ Education is so much more important than Gear. Learn with what you have. When you start getting some consistent results from what is already in the bag, then start pushing it further with new glass. Then RaydancePhoto hits the nail with make some purchases that are investments ~ and some Good/GREAT glass will follow to the bodies you'll end up getting over time...
Most importantly ~ HAVE FUN and get out and Shoot!
PapaJohn
sarge69 wrote:
Back to you Brother.
Sarge69
And to you Brother! (And all the other Prior Service here on UHH)
PapaJohn
Welcome to UHH!
Nice shot. LOVE the way the tree has that frosted look where the sun is hitting it. Especially with all the fog I'm seeing on the far right.
Hope to see more from you!
PapaJohn
Another one:
While stationed on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) we pulled "into" Trieste Italy. If you have ever seen a Nuke Carrier, you know they don't pull into ports overseas. They anchor out and you have to take the Motor Whale Boats to get to the beach.
While up on top of a hill that could overlook the bay, I listened to two guys, speaking in German, discussing the ship and how it was SO MUCH Bigger than theirs. In my broken German, I tried to answer questions for a few minutes until one of these German Sailor's shipmate came by that could speak very fluent English. Alex, this shipmate, translated while we had a very nice conversation in which I offered to give them a tour of the ship the next day. (I had duty the next day, and it would give me an excuse to leave the ship for a portion of the day! ;-) )
The next day came, and the guys ended up bringing their whole watch team with them (14 guys). I was able to get them out to the ship, snagged a few of my guys (I was the Watch Supervisor, and assistant Duty Section Petty Officer) so we could give them a tour. One of the guys, Dave, that helped out was my normal "Liberty Shipmate" that would roll out with me whenever we pulled in (and was on the beach when I offered the tour). Dave and I were offered a tour of the German Ship (F209 Rheinland-Pfalz)!
Now, the funny part of the story: Did you know they serve beer on board Germany ships? And when the Skipper of the Pfalz hears that you took care of his Sailors really wants to "repay" your generosity by having you join him for dinner on-board, you say yes. That's the polite thing to do. And in the Capt's Mess, the tap doesn't stop.....
Good times...