OT Brilliant

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Re: PESO - A new perspective

On 01/08/13 19:55, Bruce Walker wrote: That's a fine little piece of Oslo, Toralf. Nicely exposed. Thank you! - Toralf On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 1:06 PM, Toralf Lund wrote: Oslo's seafront from yet another angle: http://se.toralf.net/post/57074632564/nytt-perspektiv Taken as a kind of lens t

Re: PESO - A new perspective

On 02/08/13 03:41, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting Toralf Lund : Oslo's seafront from yet another angle: http://se.toralf.net/post/57074632564/nytt-perspektiv Taken as a kind of lens test, really; earlier this summer, I bought a DA35mm/2.4 lens on a whim. Then I stuck it on a film body and shot

Re: OT Brilliant

On Fri, Aug 02, 2013 at 05:41:24PM +1000, Rob Studdert wrote: > Change your mind? > Change you mount. > > http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1231146 Not quite as convenient as adaptall, but pretty sweet nonetheless. I know that sigma's reputation has historically been a bit uneven, and I ha

Re: OT - Can you use 41 MP in a phone?

On Fri, Aug 02, 2013 at 06:39:07AM +, SV Hovland wrote: > You can use it to create extremely sharp and crisp 5MP pictures > http://connect.dpreview.com/post/1305711237/lumia-1020?page=3 I was thinking along those lines. First of all, by oversampling by that much, you will have all the co

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

The problem with Model Mayhem is that almost everyone on it seems to be a poser, in one way or another. On Thu, Aug 01, 2013 at 09:29:58PM -0500, Walt wrote: > I decided to go ahead and sign up for an account (currently awaiting > approval) over there to see if I might be able to find a local mod

Re: OT - wonderful family album

Lovely set. Certainly by a fine photographer. Thank for the link, Igor. Bulent - http://patoloji.gen.tr http://celasun.wordpress.com/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/bc_the_path/ http://photo.net/photodb/user?user_id=2226822 http://w

Re: OT - Can you use 41 MP in a phone?

On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 11:46 PM, Igor Roshchin wrote: > Can you get anything useful from 41 MP sensor in a phone camera? > I mean, - even if the tamed the noise in the sensor of this small size, > wouldn't the optics be the bottleneck? > > Nokia is making one now (Windows phone): > http://goo.gl/

Re: PESO - Poolside

Not what I expected (where are the bikinis?), but a very interesting and effective image. I can't decide whether the graffiti helps or hurts the image. Since I list the photo, I guess it does add something. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 10:

Re: PESO: Up on the Roof

Thanks, Frank. For me, this was a difficult shot to compose. This sculpture can only be seen from a distance (light some of the ones that are displayed along the interstate highway and local roads). The building is quite a bit taller than it appears in my image. If, however, I showed the entir

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

Bill pretty much said it all, and I agree with him. I'll add a few words. Re approaching models. I often read advice to meet models beforehand but I've yet to do that. When I initially approach a model I have a complete shoot design, we discuss that and arrange a time and location and then we meet

Re: OT Brilliant

On 8/2/2013 4:47 AM, Larry Colen wrote: On Fri, Aug 02, 2013 at 05:41:24PM +1000, Rob Studdert wrote: Change your mind? Change you mount. http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1231146 Not quite as convenient as adaptall, but pretty sweet nonetheless. I know that sigma's reputation has histo

Re: PESO: Up on the Roof

Some kind of a triptych maybe? On 8/2/2013 9:27 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: Thanks, Frank. For me, this was a difficult shot to compose. This sculpture can only be seen from a distance (light some of the ones that are displayed along the interstate highway and local roads). The building is

Re: So you thought repairing a DSLR was difficult.

On 1/8/13, Bipin Gupta, discombobulated, unleashed: >Hello Steve, it is time you started taking Korean Ginseng to improve >your memory. >Here in India, folks are advised to eat (8) almonds every day and take >a two thousand year old herbal remedy called Shankhpushpi (Canscora >Decussata). Hmmm I'

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/1/2013 10:29 PM, Walt wrote: I decided to go ahead and sign up for an account (currently awaiting approval) over there to see if I might be able to find a local model or two to pose for me. As it happens, there seems to be quite a few lovely ladies looking for photographers to pose for in o

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/2/2013 1:20 AM, Bill wrote: I've been on Model Mayhem for a few years (wrphoto). I've found that the best approach is the most forward approach. I'm up front that this is a hobby, and that I am pretty much a GWC (most of the togs on MM fit the same description), after that, if I find a mod

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

I was kind of surprised by that myself. The comments left by photographers in the models' portfolios reveal an awful lot, don't they? -- Walt On 8/2/2013 3:59 AM, Larry Colen wrote: The problem with Model Mayhem is that almost everyone on it seems to be a poser, in one way or another. On Thu,

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

Thanks, Bruce. You wouldn't happen to have a copy of that makeup tip-sheet I could mooch from you, would you? One thing I'm a little iffy on is how much to stress the fact that I'm fairly new to this and looking to gain experience. I figure the images I post in my profile should allay some c

Re: So you thought repairing a DSLR was difficult.

On 02/08/2013, Steve Cottrell wrote: > On 1/8/13, Bipin Gupta, discombobulated, unleashed: > >>Hello Steve, it is time you started taking Korean Ginseng to improve >>your memory. >>Here in India, folks are advised to eat (8) almonds every day and take >>a two thousand year old herbal remedy called

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/2/2013 10:14 AM, John wrote: On 8/1/2013 10:29 PM, Walt wrote: I decided to go ahead and sign up for an account (currently awaiting approval) over there to see if I might be able to find a local model or two to pose for me. As it happens, there seems to be quite a few lovely ladies looking

Re: PESO - Poolside

A siggie smoking bare-chested bike rider rising from a grafitti covered pool... sounds like a Salvatore Dali painting. Looks like a memorable photograph. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 9 Date: Fri, 2 Aug 2013 02:41:30 + (UTC) From:"knarftheria...@gmail.com" To:PDML@pdml.net Subjec

Re:PESO: Up on the Roof

Eye catching street shot because it takes a moment to see whats going on; the two figures stand out nicely. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 9 Date: Thu, 1 Aug 2013 21:22:09 -0400 From: "Daniel J. Matyola" To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: PESO: Up on the Roof Message-ID: Con

FS Friday

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Re: First of all, you have to have a bad camera

Interesting discussion on this guy (and the psychological profile of artists in general): https://www.flickr.com/groups/ishootfilm/discuss/72157634439750650/ Also, from an image in that discussion, it appears that he used eyeglass lenses and other lenses taken from existing optics. Probably not so

Test

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Re: Enablement - Sima 100mm f2.0 Macro! And T-Mount Question

Mark! Bill wrote: >On 01/08/2013 8:39 PM, Mark C wrote: >> I'm always questing for the best macro gear, and this Sima 100 f2 >lens >> just might be it! >> >> >http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/2013/08/01/sima-100-f2-macro-lens?blog=9 > >> >> >> Or not... That's the SIma on K-5...a

Re: Test

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Re: Test

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Re: PESO: Up on the Roof

Thanks, John. Not a bad idea. one concept I am considering is an image showing the whole building, with an inset showing a close-up of the two characters on the ledge. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 10:49 AM, John wrote: > Some kind of a tr

Re: PESO: Up on the Roof

Thanks, Don. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 12:01 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: > Eye catching street shot because it takes a moment to see whats going on; > the two figures stand out nicely. > > > pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: >> >> Message: 9 >> Da

Re: Test

Thanks. I had some issues and for some reason couldn't send to the list nor even send replies to the list. Finally was able to get it all sorted out. On 8/2/2013 12:22 PM, Bob Sullivan wrote: loud and clear out here On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 12:04 PM, Jeffery Johnson wrote: Having issues sendi

help wanted, doubts about 200mm by Pentax

in particular, I am wondering about two lenses: the Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 200mm f/4 and the SMC-M Pentax 200mm f/4. I own the Takumar, and a very good and clean one bought from a friend some time ago. I do like this lens, sharper than others in that range but somewhat less contrasty than I

PESO: Flighthouse

A balloon supporting the drive to save the Jersey Shore, which was severely damaged last year by Superstorm Sandy: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17484064 Comments are invited. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net ht

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 02/08/2013 10:07 AM, Walt wrote: I'm not sure how practical it will be to come up with a matronly assistant -- at least for my first few shoots. The best I can think of at the moment would be the mother of a young girl I shot a couple of months ago. She's not all that matronly, but she di

Re: PESO - Poolside

Frank, you framed that perfectly: up close and wide. Slightly surreal and I like it. On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 10:41 PM, knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: > http://knarfdummyblog.blogspot.ca/2013/08/poolside.html?m=1 > > Hope you enjoy. Comments welcome. > > Cheers, > frank > > "For me, the camera is

FS Friday: Tamron 24-135mm f/3.5-5.6 lens

FS: Tamron SP 24-135mm f/3.5-5.6 macro AF aspherical (IF) lens, includes front and rear caps and Tamron soft zippered case, EX condition. I don't have the hood. This is a film-era, full-frame lens. Balances well on Pentax DSLRs, though it isn't weatherproof. $110. It's this lens, for referenc

Re: PESO Portrait of an echinacea

On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 2:38 AM, Bob W wrote: > On 2 Aug 2013, at 00:58, Bruce Walker wrote: > >> Keep in mind what David Hobby (The Strobist) often does with a >> background: gaffer tapes it to a wall. No stand required. Don't be >> tempted to use duct tape -- you shouldn't need to ask why. :-) >

Re: PESO - A new perspective

On 01/08/13 20:44, Don Guthrie wrote: Like the photo and rendering. Thanks. The DA 35 is getting to be one of my favorite carry around lenses as well. Yep. It's really nice to carry, too. As in very light. It gives an entirely new dimension to the term "cheap plasticy toy lens feeling", of c

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/2/2013 12:51 PM, Bill wrote: Better than nothing. Unless you and the model are actually friends, having an assistant along is a good idea. Often, models will want to bring an escort for their "safety", having an assistant has the same effect on your safety. Yeah, I'd be operating from the

Re: New Smugmug site up

On Thu, Aug 01, 2013 at 08:44:07PM -0400, John Francis wrote: > On Thu, Aug 01, 2013 at 02:33:06PM -0700, Larry Colen wrote: > > > > What is the biggest crisis facing the computer industry today? > > > > There are only 19683 TLAs. > > Shoddy counting. > > Only 17576 of those are true TLAs. > >

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

One big problem that crops up time and again with amateur models is that they are notoriously flaky. Many of them never show up, and many of the ones that do, show up late. I can see that the biggest advantage of meeting for coffee first would be to weed out the flakes before you have set aside

Re: So you thought repairing a DSLR was difficult.

On Fri, Aug 02, 2013 at 04:27:11PM +1000, John Coyle wrote: > Which reminds me of one of my favourite cocktails: > Take some canned lychees, cover them with vodka and place overnight in the > freezer. > To serve, place one or two lychees in a cocktail glass, add one measure of > vodka and one m

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

There are several boilerplate releases to be found on the web. Remind me this weekend and I can send you some of the ones I use. They basically say that I own the photos and have the rights to use them for any legal commercial purpose. However, I also have a section where the model can put any re

Re: OT Brilliant

I do notice that they don't do Pentax K or 4:3, though I guess that even amongst the surviving consortium members 4:3 appears to be a dying system, replaced by Micro 4:3 and those conversions would just be silly. On 8/2/2013 3:41 AM, Rob Studdert wrote: Change your mind? Change you mount. htt

Re:PESO: Flighthouse

The 2nd surreal photo of the day. A floating light house is like a purple cow. Another tres amuse for a Friday. Where do they get the ideas for these balloons. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 3 Date: Fri, 2 Aug 2013 13:38:46 -0400 From: "Daniel J. Matyola" To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List S

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/2/2013 2:28 PM, Larry Colen wrote: There are several boilerplate releases to be found on the web. Remind me this weekend and I can send you some of the ones I use. They basically say that I own the photos and have the rights to use them for any legal commercial purpose. However, I also have

PESO sunset planespotting

I finally got around to looking at the plane photos I took the night I photographed the burrowing owl. They're a bit rougher than I'd like. I was trying to not blow out the colored lights, so everythng not self illuminated was exposed a bit lower down into the noise, even so, I got a few decent s

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

on 2013-08-02 24:20 Bill wrote I'm up front that this is a hobby, and that I am pretty much a GWC (most of the togs on MM fit the same description), oh, got it … i had to scratch my head, because the first GWC that came to mind was Gay White Christian ;?> -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PD

Re: help wanted, doubts about 200mm by Pentax

I couldn't say for sure if the M is sharper than the Takumar. The M does have the reputation of being sharper than the A 200mm f4.0. I do have a copy of the M 200 and while I haven't done a lot of scientific testing, back when I first got my *ist-D, I did a little comparison shoot and didn't

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

Walt, I think you're the only photographer at a 'Photo Party'. It's a model party to have their pictures taken. Regards, Bob S. On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 3:14 PM, Walt Gilbert wrote: > On 8/2/2013 2:28 PM, Larry Colen wrote: >> >> There are several boilerplate releases to be found on the web. >> Re

Re: PESO - Poolside

I wouldn't think that you's want to see that guy in a bikini, but to each his own I guess. On 8/2/2013 9:03 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: Not what I expected (where are the bikinis?), but a very interesting and effective image. I can't decide whether the graffiti helps or hurts the image. Sinc

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

Oh, I understand that. But I figure networking with photographers begets networking with models, and vice-versa. The folks I tend to socialize just aren't the type who'd be inclined to make a party out of photography. For the most part, their idea of a party is several pickup trucks backed up

Re: PESO: Flighthouse

Thanks for looking, Don. The special design balloons generally feature an icon of children's literature, like Horton from Dr Seuss, Humpty-Dumpty and Puff the Magic Dragon, or something related to a public concern, like the Fireman representing the first responders who served at the World Trade Ce

Re: PESO sunset planespotting

That is a solid image! I like the sunset colors, but even more the way the horizontal stabilizer is silhouetted against the sky and towers over the control tower. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 4:20 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > I finally got arou

Re: OT - Can you use 41 MP in a phone?

I wonder if that sort of pixel density could make light field feasible. Rather than trying to do what lytro is use the technique to correct for optical aberrations. Matthew Hunt wrote: >On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 11:46 PM, Igor Roshchin wrote: > >> Can you get anything useful from 41 MP sensor in

Geso Old Fashioned Threshing Bee

This summer I have recorded a steam train and now some steam powered tractors in action. These were taken with K-5 and I have included a few B&W conversions. No horses but a few mules. Comments & Critique welcomed. http://donspix.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Rural-Iowa/The-Threshing-Bee/30917552_q5x

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

Now that sounds like a fun photo shoot. Walt Gilbert wrote: >Oh, I understand that. > >But I figure networking with photographers begets networking with >models, and vice-versa. The folks I tend to socialize just aren't the >type who'd be inclined to make a party out of photography. For the mo

Re: PESO sunset planespotting

On Fri, Aug 02, 2013 at 05:15:15PM -0400, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: > That is a solid image! I like the sunset colors, but even more the > way the horizontal stabilizer is silhouetted against the sky and > towers over the control tower. Thanks. I was specifically trying to catch a frame when the p

Re: Geso Old Fashioned Threshing Bee

On Fri, Aug 02, 2013 at 04:33:48PM -0500, Don Guthrie wrote: > This summer I have recorded a steam train and now some steam powered > tractors in action. These were taken with K-5 and I have included a > few B&W conversions. No horses but a few mules. That almost sounds like the PDML, though "mule

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/2/2013 12:07 PM, Walt wrote: On 8/2/2013 10:14 AM, John wrote: On 8/1/2013 10:29 PM, Walt wrote: I decided to go ahead and sign up for an account (currently awaiting approval) over there to see if I might be able to find a local model or two to pose for me. As it happens, there seems to b

Re: OT: Perusing Model Mayhem

On 8/2/2013 2:19 PM, Walt wrote: On 8/2/2013 12:51 PM, Bill wrote: Better than nothing. Unless you and the model are actually friends, having an assistant along is a good idea. Often, models will want to bring an escort for their "safety", having an assistant has the same effect on your safety.

GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

For a nature photography workshop I am taking part in (in Michigan's Upper Peninsula starting this Sunday evening), I am supposed to bring along some of my recent work. I've put together this "best of" collection, still need to narrow it down further. You have seen and commented on some of these

Re: Geso Old Fashioned Threshing Bee

Love that old case. Tje B&W rendering looks very period Dave On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 5:33 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: > This summer I have recorded a steam train and now some steam powered > tractors in action. These were taken with K-5 and I have included a few B&W > conversions. No horses but a few

Re: Geso Old Fashioned Threshing Bee

Great album! I love the old pieces of equipment. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 5:33 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: > This summer I have recorded a steam train and now some steam powered > tractors in action. These were taken with K-5 and I have incl

Re: Geso Old Fashioned Threshing Bee

Excellent set! Paul via phone On Aug 2, 2013, at 8:32 PM, David J Brooks wrote: > Love that old case. Tje B&W rendering looks very period > > Dave > > On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 5:33 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: >> This summer I have recorded a steam train and now some steam powered >> tractors in act

PESO - Fixed

I was at an Alleycat bike race last weekend (illegal street race). It was for single speed bikes only so it attracted lots of non-messenger fixed gear afficionados. They dress like messengers, wear messenger bags and ride brakeless "fixies" around town. They're called "fakengers" (fake messeng

Re: Enablement - Sima 100mm f2.0 Macro! And T-Mount Question

On 8/2/2013 1:57 AM, Bill wrote: I had a Sima years ago when I was still shooting Nikon. I absolutely adored the thing for nudes. It was wonderful, even the most pornographic image was rendered as fine art with the Sima. Interesting.. I wonder if Bob Gucione had one of these... Mark -- P

Re: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

Nice group, Stan... just fyi that "grey Kingbird" is a Phoebe.. :-) I'll look more and pick faves but since you had the question mark there . ann On 8/2/2013 19:54, Stan Halpin wrote: For a nature photography workshop I am taking part in (in Michigan's Upper Peninsula starting this Sunday ev

Re: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

Thanks Ann! I'll assume you are correct, but FYI, the locale was Puerto Rico in February. Which wouldn't preclude the Phoebe, but does open up other possibilities from further south . . . stan On Aug 2, 2013, at 11:10 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > Nice group, Stan... > > just fyi > that "grey Ki

Re: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

Stan, Great start for your portfolio. And that Eagle fly-over looks fantastic. The K-5 has an amazing capture of shadow detail. The 3 blue dragon flies on the green plant are still a favorite. Lots of the bird/duck close-ups are new to me and special, love the mussed feathers. Regards, Bob S. On

PESO - Couriers Go to College

Another one from last weekend's Alleycat. It was held at King's College, University of Toronto and this scene caught my eye: http://knarfdummyblog.blogspot.ca/2013/07/couriers-go-to-college.html?m=1 Hope you enjoy. Comments welcome. Cheers, frank "For me, the camera is a sketch book, an ins

Re: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

Loved going on this birding trip... My very faves are the loon with the "drone", the 3 darning-needles or dragonflies (MARk C has toname those for us) the Extreme close-up and the spring blossoms.) ann On 8/2/2013 19:54, Stan Halpin wrote: For a nature photography workshop I am taking part in

Re: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

sure looks like her - I felt solid but still did a double check.. There was one of the duck family I was totally clueless about - I sent you stuff off line ann On 8/2/2013 23:20, Stan Halpin wrote: Thanks Ann! I'll assume you are correct, but FYI, the locale was Puerto Rico in February. Which

Re: PESO - Couriers Go to College

Nice colorful capture knarF. Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: Subject: PESO - Couriers Go to College Another one from last weekend's Alleycat. It was held at King's College, University of Toronto and this scene caught my eye:

Re: PESO - Fixed

Oof. That seems a hair on the tight side! Nice photo, interesting graphic quality. G On Aug 2, 2013, at 8:03 PM, knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: > I was at an Alleycat bike race last weekend (illegal street race). It was for > single speed bikes only so it attracted lots of non-messenger fix

Re: Portfolio of nature shots

How many do you need to take Stan. In the workshops I've attended it was advised to bring 10 images. A couple of things jumped out at me upon review of your collection - *Spring Blossom's is the title but most of the blossoms are out of focus. *# 22 & 33 are almost identical I'd eliminate 33 as

RE: Geso Old Fashioned Threshing Bee

These are wonderful! I especially like the b&w renderings. That (almost) black sky really makes the clouds "pop" - very dramatic! Love the subject matter, really evocative stuff. Great work! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Don Guthrie Sent: August 2, 2013 8/2/13 To: pdml@pdml.

RE: PESO sunset planespotting

9497 and 9534 are my favourites from a very strong set. Surprised cops didn't arrest you, though. Taking pictures in the dark at the end of a runway? Clearly terrorist activity! ;-) cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Larry Colen Sent: August 2, 2013 8/2/13 To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail

RE: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

A most impressive portfolio. Quite brilliant, actually! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Stan Halpin Sent: August 2, 2013 8/2/13 To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Subject: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots For a nature photography workshop I am taking part in (in Michigan's Upper Pe

Re: GESO: Portfolio of nature shots

This one could be a contest winner: http://photos.stanhalpin.com/p350284105/h6d8d0c1f#h6d8d0c1f The photo's title is on the spotting scope: "For Distant Viewing" If you need to trim down I would eliminate all but one of the near duplicates (for example you have two eagles sitting in the tree... pi

PESO sunset planespotting

Larry, you are getting to be an expert on airplane shots. Beautiful low light photo on your first link. Saw the rest too on Flickr & Fluidr. How do they allow you to enter armed with a Bigma? Lucky you. Keep shootin & posting. Here is some resource I picked up from a Welsh (UK) low flying airplane

PESO, while setting up the lights

One of my favorite photos from the shoot a few nights ago came while I was just setting up the lights and setting the exposure. Sophia was just sitting on her stool, biding her time while I futzed with the camera and took test shots to set the exposure. The backdrop was white seamless paper, wit

Re: PESO sunset planespotting

On Sat, Aug 03, 2013 at 04:18:56AM +, knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: > 9497 and 9534 are my favourites from a very strong > set. Thanks. 9534 was one that I was considering as the one to post. Also 9560 (the last one with the plane barely visible). I was just lucky that my sister chose t