Re: GFM Gathering
One of the funniest parts of this weekend is that everyone is snapping picture of each other. If you don't like having your picture taken, it could have been unnerving. Of course, the homebrew helped considerably in this regard. It was also nice to see such a great collection of Pentax equipment. A lot of *istD's, but also MZ-S, LX, MX, ME's and the 645/6x7 (thanks to Norm for representing the brotherhood). More importantly, a LOT of lenses, Pentax, Sigma, Tokina, etc. It was really helpful to be able to try some of these, and my wish list has definitely growth. And I (maybe Tan as well) would like to thank Cesar for figuring out how to work the damn AF/MF clutch on my Tokina 80-200 (and her Tokina 28-70). It's a pleasant change to have that feature not be a random event ;-)
RE: GFM Gathering
-Original Message- From: Steve Desjardins [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2004 9:05 AM One of the funniest parts of this weekend is that everyone is snapping picture of each other. If you don't like having your picture taken, it could have been unnerving. Of course, the homebrew helped considerably in this regard. aaaIt was interesting especially at night to have all those flashes going off. It was weird to be surrounded by the paparrazzi :-) The FA* 200/2.8 makes an excellent portrait lens - okay, maybe too sharp. It was also nice to see such a great collection of Pentax equipment. A lot of *istD's, but also MZ-S, LX, MX, ME's and the 645/6x7 (thanks to Norm for representing the brotherhood). More importantly, a LOT of lenses, Pentax, Sigma, Tokina, etc. It was really helpful to be able to try some of these, and my wish list has definitely growth. And I (maybe Tan as well) would like to thank Cesar for figuring out how to work the damn AF/MF clutch on my Tokina 80-200 (and her Tokina 28-70). It's a pleasant change to have that feature not be a random event ;-) aaaNo worries mate! Did I get that right? Always happy to be of service. I know how professors have the book knowledge, but may lack the street knowledge :-) Still have not culled through the digital shots, Cesar Panama City, Florida P.S. Shot four rolls of 120 film - two in my 645n, two in Bob's 67II Shot one roll of bw 35mm in my LX Shot one photo of slide with the contest roll in my LX Only took 350 digital shots...
Re: GFM Gathering
It was great getting to see everyone on the mountain this weekend and put faces to familiar names. A special thanks to everyone at pdml central for making a lurker feel very welcome. I tried to post an update on Friday afternoon to let everyone know who had arrived and what was going on but there must have been a problem with the list and my message didn't go through (Oh well, I tried). I wish I had gotten to spend more time with all of you. You are a special group indeed. I went back to the mountain yesterday and shot some more film (digital). The light was great and I got some really nice shots. I'll try to post some in a few days. Charles It was good to meet you Charles. Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|www.macads.co.uk/snaps _
RE: GFM Gathering
Hi, Charles, It was great meeting you, too. We had a chance to chat for a few moments on Saturday night, IIRC, and I truly enjoyed getting to know you a bit. And, congrats on the prize-winning photo this past weekend. You deserved it! Hopefully, I'll see you again next year. cheers, frank The optimist thinks this is the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears it is true. -J. Robert Oppenheimer From: Charles Braswell Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-discuss [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: GFM Gathering Date: Tue, 8 Jun 2004 19:08:31 -0400 It was great getting to see everyone on the mountain this weekend and put faces to familiar names. A special thanks to everyone at pdml central for making a lurker feel very welcome. I tried to post an update on Friday afternoon to let everyone know who had arrived and what was going on but there must have been a problem with the list and my message didn't go through (Oh well, I tried). I wish I had gotten to spend more time with all of you. You are a special group indeed. I went back to the mountain yesterday and shot some more film (digital). The light was great and I got some really nice shots. I'll try to post some in a few days. Charles _ Add photos to your e-mail with MSN Premium. Get 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?pgmarket=en-capage=byoa/premxAPID=1994DI=1034SU=http://hotmail.com/encaHL=Market_MSNIS_Taglines
Re: GFM Gathering
Funny observation: Braswell comes up as Brawl or Barstool in my Outlook Express spellchecker. CW HAR! - Original Message - From: Charles Braswell Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-discuss [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 08, 2004 7:08 PM Subject: GFM Gathering It was great getting to see everyone on the mountain this weekend and put faces to familiar names. A special thanks to everyone at pdml central for making a lurker feel very welcome. I tried to post an update on Friday afternoon to let everyone know who had arrived and what was going on but there must have been a problem with the list and my message didn't go through (Oh well, I tried). I wish I had gotten to spend more time with all of you. You are a special group indeed. I went back to the mountain yesterday and shot some more film (digital). The light was great and I got some really nice shots. I'll try to post some in a few days. Charles --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.701 / Virus Database: 458 - Release Date: 6/7/2004
