A Korhaan ambling across the road near Sable Dam, Kruger Park.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/wisselstroom/27334586647/ [1]
The male performs an impressive mating ritual which I have never seen
live.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI-L1XwGM64
Alan C
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My DA 18-55 WR is superb. Very sharp & feels good. Better than the
unusually good version of the FA 28-80 I had before. The best thing
about it was the price - a mere $12 because it was "shop soiled",
meaning a bit of damage to the box! I used it exclusively with excellent
results on the K
Considerate remarks, Paul.
Thanks and good hunting!
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 7:14 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> Likewise. You produce great work and ably handle a lens that men half your
> age — or mine — are loathe to even pick up.
>
> Paul
>
>> On May 20, 2018, at 10:08
Likewise. You produce great work and ably handle a lens that men half your age
— or mine — are loathe to even pick up.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 10:08 PM, Jack Davis wrote:
>
> Best of luck with whatever level of
> photographic success you consider satisfying, Paul.
> Enjoy!
>
> J
>
>
>
>
Best of luck with whatever level of
photographic success you consider satisfying, Paul.
Enjoy!
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 6:40 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> I come from the photojournalism side, so my goal has always been to tell a
> story. Sometimes that’s about textboo
I come from the photojournalism side, so my goal has always been to tell a
story. Sometimes that’s about textbook definition. At other times it’s about
motion, speed, or the environment. Often it’s just about beauty and good times.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 9:32 PM, Jack Davis wrote:
>
> My
My primary intent is to have a clear
absolutely solid image with no
part of the bird soft.
Very satisfying to accomplish.
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 6:14 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> I’ve shot many birds against the sky. I prefer to shoot them perching. I
> fully understan
On the last leg of the way home from Southern California, riding my Moto Guzzi
V7III Racer, I stopped for a few moments rest by San Juan Bautista. Seemed a
good photo opportunity, so I pulled out the iPhone and made a panorama shot:
https://flic.kr/p/24AU5SQ
This is looking northwest; Highwa
I’ve shot many birds against the sky. I prefer to shoot them perching. I fully
understand exposure.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 8:16 PM, Jack Davis wrote:
>
> If you shoot "straight" up at any color
> bird in a bright sky, plan on a silhouette.
> It's about good light and keeping
> track of the
On Sun, 20 May 2018 12:45:24 -0400
"Daniel J. Matyola" wrote:
> Another fine shot, Subash. I especially enjoy them as they are
> different from the birds that frequent my yard.
thanks Dan. this one is different from the birds that my frequent my
'yard' too... :)
> > https://somethingfeathere
That should read I opened LR Classic Creative Cloud—I’ve got it programmed so
that when I type CC it types out Cheers, Christine. LOL!
Cheers, Christine
Sent from my iPad
> On May 20, 2018, at 7:31 PM, Christine Aguila wrote:
>
> Hi Stan:
> Today I did some testing on the syncing issue you
Hi Stan:
Today I did some testing on the syncing issue you speak to at the end of your
post. I took a photo in imported it to my iPad Pro via the SD card reader and
plugged into the Lightening port. The frame imported to my camera roll, then I
imported into the Mobile Lightroom app. I then ma
If you shoot "straight" up at any color
bird in a bright sky, plan on a silhouette.
It's about good light and keeping
track of the angles.
Yes, it will take staying aware and
practice.
Hope you give it a try, Paul.
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 4:44 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> I
>From the lilies we bought recently:
http://dan-matyola.squarespace.com/danmatyolas-pesos/2018/5/20/pollen
K-5 IIs, FA 100 mm Macro F 2.8
Comments are invited.
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Bob, my understanding (which may be a year or two out of date) is that the LR
Classic CC (which I use BTW) allows for the Cloud-based storage and synch of
selected Collections from within LR. If you are going to a total Cloud-based
storage system, then that would be Lightroom CC, not Classic. Wh
I always use TAV and select the app and shutter speed I want. Shooting skyward
without exposure comp, anything other than a white bird ends up underexposed.
If one dials in ISO 1250 and bumps the exposure two stops in rendering, the net
result is ISO 5000. So I figure Im better off going for a c
On the laptop version, on the right side panel where all the develop tools are,
you can see the adjustments that are made when you choose the presets located
on the left-side panel. Take a screen shot of the medium contrast curve on the
laptop, then try to copy the curve diagram. For Punch an
I set a 1250 ISO and actually get a
good number with decent lighting.
Of course I'm shooting skyward
much of the time.
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 1:41 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> I wasn’t panning, but I was shooting off a tripod, and he had just launched
> from the suet cag
Anyone have experience with the different version of the DA 18-55 kit lens?
I've been working with the IR converted K01 and have found that my
original version 18-55 lens is by far the best lens I have in terms of
not having an IR hotspot. It is really rxcrllrny, with virtually no
hotspot at f
I'm getting a time-out as well. I think I last checked in late April when it
was working OK.
I wouldn't be surprised if Ricoh is getting ready to pull the plug - they lost
interest in it years ago and, I think, many users have too. I last submitted
images in 2016 when it look 6-8 weeks for approv
At 01:23 PM 5/20/2018, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
>Rally?
>
>Curious indeed.
The forums user gallery is still there but for the main gallery pings fail.
Dale H. Cook, 50+ years as an SLR photographer,
Pentax K-70 w/ Pentax-DA 18-270mm lens, using
colored filters for B&W gravestone photography
Hi Christine,
Thanks. How did you find that out about punch and sharpness? Is there a site
somewhere that reveals these arcane secrets?
It's true for version 6 and earlier that the catalogue must be on a local
drive, but of course it can't be true* for CC otherwise it wouldn't work across
devi
I wasn’t panning, but I was shooting off a tripod, and he had just launched
from the suet cage. I rarely have enough light for 1/2000th at f8. But I do
sometimes go there when shooting hand held, which is rare these days.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 4:32 PM, Jack Davis wrote:
>
> Thanks, Paul.
Thanks, Paul. I use a 2000 to 2500
shutter.
Your panning helped for sure.
J
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> On May 20, 2018, at 11:47 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> This was 1/640th. I wasn’t planning an in flight shot. Normally I go with
> 1/1000th.
>
> Paul
>
>> On May 20, 2018, at 2:07 PM, Jack Da
Hi Bob:
I am a Lightroom Classic CC version 7.3.1 user on my laptop MacBook Pro
s/Retina 2013 13-inch.
I also have the Lightroom mobile app on my iPad Pro 10 inch and iPhone 6,
though I have only just started using these, so I’m still learning.
Punch equals Clarity +30 and Vibrance +25.
Sharpen
Yes, that seems to match the Cornell images.
Dan Matyola
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On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 4:04 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
> The correct name is Red-Bellied Woodpecker.
>
> Paul
>
> > On May 20, 2018, at 1:31 PM, Paul Stenquist
> wrote:
> >
> > A woodpeck
The correct name is Red-Bellied Woodpecker.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 1:31 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> A woodpecker on the go with a treat for later.
>
> https://www.photo.net/photo/18474189/Red-Breasted-Flier
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Hm.
Been several years since I logged on. Tried to connect by various means,
and had some online tools look for the server by its IP address, but to
no avail. Nothing wrong with the address space, queries to the server
are routed through the traffic junctions one would expect. I think it's
the
When I try, the connections "times out" after a while.
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 3:36 PM, Bulent Celasun
wrote:
> I have tried now.
>
> Waiting... Waiting... No response. No error codes...
>
> Bulent
> -
I have tried now.
Waiting... Waiting... No response. No error codes...
Bulent
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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
Thanks.
Dan Matyola
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On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 3:14 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
> Hang it in a suet cage. Doh.
>
> Paul
>
> > On May 20, 2018, at 3:11 PM, Paul Stenquist
> wrote:
> >
> > Suet with peanuts embedded. Hang it in a duet cage. Most store
Hang it in a suet cage. Doh.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 3:11 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> Suet with peanuts embedded. Hang it in a duet cage. Most stores that have
> wild bird seed will have suet cakes. Lowes has them, probably Home Depot as
> well.
>
> Paul
>
>> On May 20, 2018, at 2:57 P
Suet with peanuts embedded. Hang it in a duet cage. Most stores that have wild
bird seed will have suet cakes. Lowes has them, probably Home Depot as well.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 2:57 PM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
>
> I just saw a Pileated Woodpecker in my back yard. First sighting here in
I just saw a Pileated Woodpecker in my back yard. First sighting here in
years. Of course, just as I was tying to slip quietly away to grab my
camera, it flew off into the woods.
I have been hearing a "different" woodpecker in the woods over the past
couple of weeks, but I never suspected it mig
test, a test, oh man i forgot to study.
Dave
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 8:00 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
> transmission received.
>
> 10-4 good buddy.
>
>
> Dan Matyola
> http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
>
> On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 1:00 AM, wrote:
>
>>
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Thanks Larry.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 1:39 PM, Larry Colen wrote:
>
> Wow! excellent, even by Paul standards
>
>
> Jack Davis wrote:
>> Yes, I agree Dan!
>> J
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On May 20, 2018, at 9:42 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
>>>
>>> Very nice blackbird image. It l
This was 1/640th. I wasn’t planning an in flight shot. Normally I go with
1/1000th.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 2:07 PM, Jack Davis wrote:
>
> Nice catch, Paul.
> What is your chosen shutter speed
> for wing shots?
> J
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On May 20, 2018, at 10:31 AM, Paul Stenquist
I like the wing blur -- very effective. And the snack in its mouth make it
something special.
Great catch.
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 1:31 PM, Paul Stenquist
wrote:
> A woodpecker on the go with a treat for later.
>
> https://www.phot
That is an excellent shot. I like the position of the tail and the wings.
And this one is indeed standing on a branch.
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 1:07 PM, Paul Stenquist
wrote:
> Oops. My bad. I linked to the wrong photo. I like this
Sorry chaps. I mislead you. I was referring to the Pentax Users Photo
Gallery. I also cannot access the PPG.
Also, I am having to use Vox Webmail because I can't send directly or
reply from my usual @lantic.
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Nice catch, Paul.
What is your chosen shutter speed
for wing shots?
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 10:31 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
> A woodpecker on the go with a treat for later.
>
> https://www.photo.net/photo/18474189/Red-Breasted-Flier
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Wow! excellent, even by Paul standards
Jack Davis wrote:
Yes, I agree Dan!
J
Sent from my iPhone
On May 20, 2018, at 9:42 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
Very nice blackbird image. It looks like he is on the grass, however,
instead of in a tree.
Dan Matyola
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A woodpecker on the go with a treat for later.
https://www.photo.net/photo/18474189/Red-Breasted-Flier
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Curious indeed.
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On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 1:01 PM, wrote:
>
>
> Well I don't. Connects just fine.
>
> Alan C
>
> On 2018-05-20 18:04, Subash Jeyan wrote:
>
> > On Sun, 20 May 2018 09:06:09 -0400
> > "Daniel J. Matyola" wrote:
>
Well I don't. Connects just fine.
Alan C
On 2018-05-20 18:04, Subash Jeyan wrote:
> On Sun, 20 May 2018 09:06:09 -0400
> "Daniel J. Matyola" wrote:
>
>> Does anyone know what is happning with the PPG? Has Ricoh finally killed it?
>> I haven't be able to access it ice May 15.
>
> since
Oops. My bad. I linked to the wrong photo. I like this shot better. The tail is
clipped and the detail is a bit better.
https://www.photo.net/photo/18474145/Red-Winged-Blackbird
> On May 20, 2018, at 12:51 PM, Jack Davis wrote:
>
> Yes, I agree Dan!
> J
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On May 20,
Yes, I agree Dan!
J
Sent from my iPhone
> On May 20, 2018, at 9:42 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
>
> Very nice blackbird image. It looks like he is on the grass, however,
> instead of in a tree.
>
>
> Dan Matyola
> http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
>
> On Sun, May 20, 2018 at
Another fine shot, Subash. I especially enjoy them as they are different
from the birds that frequent my yard.
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 10:05 AM, Subash Jeyan wrote:
> another one from kerala and the FA* 300/4.5
>
> https://som
Very nice blackbird image. It looks like he is on the grass, however,
instead of in a tree.
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 10:45 AM, Paul Stenquist
wrote:
> On a pine tree branch.
> https://www.photo.net/photo/18474027/Red-Winged-Blackbird
On Sun, 20 May 2018 09:06:09 -0400
"Daniel J. Matyola" wrote:
> Does anyone know what is happning with the PPG? Has Ricoh finally
> killed it? I haven't be able to access it ice May 15.
since you pointed it out, i tried to connect to the site but i get an
connection time out error...
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As we announced on April 20th [1], Flickr has agreed to be acquired by
SmugMug,
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Thanks Subash. The bird is on a lower, inner branch of a large white pine, so
the limb is devoid of needles. You can see some out of focus needles in the
background.
> On May 20, 2018, at 10:51 AM, Subash Jeyan wrote:
>
> On Sun, 20 May 2018 10:45:35 -0400
> Paul Stenquist wrote:
>
>> On a p
On Sun, 20 May 2018 10:45:35 -0400
Paul Stenquist wrote:
> On a pine tree branch.
> https://www.photo.net/photo/18474027/Red-Winged-Blackbird
sharp and detailed...
i don't see a pine tree branch, however...
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On a pine tree branch.
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On Sun, 20 May 2018 10:17:59 -0400
Paul Stenquist wrote:
> Very nice. Excellent detail and pleasing color combinations. Are
> your birds accustomed to the presence of humans? Even though my
> birds are somewhat conditioned to my being in the yard, I could never
> get close enough to get a good s
Since the 15th? I thought it was one of those days. So is this the end?
Bong
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On Sunday, May 20, 2018, 10:03:56 PM GMT+8, wrote:
I loaded a couple of images in the Nature section on Friday.
Alan C
On 2018-05-20 15:06, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
Very nice. Excellent detail and pleasing color combinations. Are your birds
accustomed to the presence of humans? Even though my birds are somewhat
conditioned to my being in the yard, I could never get close enough to get a
good shot with a 300mm lens.
Pau
> On May 20, 2018, at 10:05 AM, Sub
As we announced on April 20th [1], Flickr has agreed to be acquired by
SmugMug, the photography platform dedicated to visual storytellers.
SmugMug has a long history of empowering people who love photography and
who want to improve their craft, making them a perfect fit for Flickr
and our creati
another one from kerala and the FA* 300/4.5
https://somethingfeathered.wordpress.com/2018/05/20/orange-headed-thrush/
comments, if any, are appreciated.
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I loaded a couple of images in the Nature section on Friday.
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On 2018-05-20 15:06, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
> Does anyone know what is happning with the PPG? Has Ricoh finally killed
> it? I haven't be able to access it ice May 15.
>
> Dan Matyola
> http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com
As most "live" shots, it kinda just happened.
That's the problem with significant moments; they're so. damn. fleeting.
Thanks though. :-)
Jostein
Den 20.05.2018 14:01, skrev Daniel J. Matyola:
Excellent! That also is a "live" shot, so harder to set up and execute.
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Thanks Jack,
I like it a lot myself, but hey... I got two in the book. :-)
Jostein
Den 20.05.2018 12:14, skrev Jack Davis:
Well, it is good camera work,
Jostein.
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Right - he didnt' execute this one :-)
ann
On 5/20/2018 8:01 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
Excellent! That also is a "live" shot, so harder to set up and execute.
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On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 5:19 AM, Jostein wrote:
Here's the one fr
We use Amazon all the time for various purchases. (It's very convenient
with Amazon Prime.)
Every so often, the goods are packaged poorly or inadequately.
Sometimes they survive the shipment, sometimes - not.
It seems to me that on the big scale, it is cheaper for Amazon to resend
something t
Does anyone know what is happning with the PPG? Has Ricoh finally killed
it? I haven't be able to access it ice May 15.
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Excellent! That also is a "live" shot, so harder to set up and execute.
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On Sun, May 20, 2018 at 5:19 AM, Jostein wrote:
> Here's the one from me that Mark didn't select:
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/alunfoto/42227421171/in/album-
transmission received.
10-4 good buddy.
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I guess, but both of my replacement motors have been great for years. The new
lenses don’t have SDM motors, they have a rugged DC motor.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 7:19 AM, Rick Womer wrote:
>
> Paul, the SDM motor on my DA 17-70 failed within 9 months. Pentax got it
> back to me just a week b
Thanks Dan, for the comment on both of mine ...
Regards, JvW
On Sat, 19 May 2018 10:30:30 -0400 Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
>
>
>I'm PISSED because I'm bugged by my lack of patience, while Jan van Wijk
>and Jostein Oksne have the skill, artistry and patience to turn bugs into
>things so fascinating
Paul, the SDM motor on my DA 17-70 failed within 9 months. Pentax got it
back to me just a week before our current trip. There are reports of
replacement motors failing, too. Hoping for the best...
Rick
On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 16:20 Paul Stenquist wrote:
> I don’t think you have to worry about
Yes, I know “Marketplace” items can be used. This lens was new. The bad packing
was just a foul up at s distribution center. A new one tomorrow. It is heavy,
but I think the effort will be worth it.
Paul
> On May 20, 2018, at 5:45 AM, Bipin Gupta wrote:
>
> Hey Paul, if you buy Amazon Market
Well, it is good camera work,
Jostein.
J
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> On May 20, 2018, at 2:19 AM, Jostein wrote:
>
> Here's the one from me that Mark didn't select:
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/alunfoto/42227421171/in/album-72157651227461041/
>
> Jostein
>
> Den 15.05.2018 01:30, skrev Bruce W
Hey Paul, if you buy Amazon Market Place stuff you will receive "Open
Box Items, Returns or other such less than NEW items".
Amazon is NOTORIOUS for this however much they "Apologize".
There is no excuse from them if you purchased New Items. Putting a
Shipping Sticker on the original Pentax Lens
Here's the one from me that Mark didn't select:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/alunfoto/42227421171/in/album-72157651227461041/
Jostein
Den 15.05.2018 01:30, skrev Bruce Walker:
Let's see what shots of yours did not make it into the 2018 PDML
Annual. Eg: submitted but not selected; withheld for
On Sat, May 19, 2018 at 3:27 PM, Jan van Wijk wrote:
> Hello Subash,
>
>
> Hmm, just checked, thought there would be one or two, but it turns out the
> ones I remembered were made with the BIGMA, not the FA400
>
> But, checking in Lightroom, I see I have 922 images shot with the FA400
> so I sele
OK
Cheers
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