Re: PESO: Master of all he Surveys

2013-09-16 Thread Chris Mitchell
Yes, very masterful. There's an intriguing colour splash to the right - I'd have liked to see more of that and maybe the whole of the lettering from the shop window; but you'll tell us that there was an ugly car parked there or something... Chris On 16 September 2013 03:01, Daniel J. Matyola

GESO: Peddars Way with Eric Weir

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
) here: http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/EricWeir/ Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: PESO - Treo of PESO - Ridgeway

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Good. Brings back memories of our perambulations earlier in the year. Chris On 15 September 2013 12:18, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: Three landscapes from yesterday afternoon. http://cottycam.posthaven.com/treo-of-peso-pictures-every-so-often -- Cheers, Cotty

Re: GESO: Peddars Way with Eric Weir

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Well, your lakeside and rock pictures made us envious so we're only getting our own back. Karin chose a few more to make you feel even worse. They're added to end of the gallery, Chris On 15 September 2013 13:24, Rick Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: You're as merciless as Cotty. I would

Re: Tramping Albion

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Damn! And we paid for supper. Another day perhaps. Nice set by the way... Chris On 15 September 2013 16:16, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: Here are my shots from yesterday's walk with Chris, Karin and Eric. It was a very enjoyable walk made even better by the great company: http

Re: GESO: Peddars Way with Eric Weir

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
to sign them all! B On 15 Sep 2013, at 13:04, Alan C c...@lantic.net wrote: Very nice GESO. So typical of rural England. For your penance you can look up those hymns in AM. Alan -Original Message- From: Chris Mitchell Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 1:38 PM To: Pentax-Discuss

Re: GESO: Peddars Way with Eric Weir

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Yes, it rained for less than a third of the time so we must have slipped into an alternative universe. CM On 15 September 2013 12:55, Brian Walters apathy...@lyons-ryan.org wrote: Quoting Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net: Bob W, Karin and I met up with Eric at the start of his epic

Re: OT - PK to Fuji X adaptor?

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
cover, The 28, 50 and 135mm are particularly useful just now. And how else will I be eligible for a place in the PDML annual? Chris On 15 September 2013 20:03, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 15/9/13, Bill, discombobulated, unleashed: I picked up an adapter off of ebay. I don't know

Re: Nebraska Farmer

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
. Chris On 15 September 2013 22:13, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: I don't know for street photography but that is a great shot. I like the patina, the low contrast, muted highlights and distortions. Looks like an antique postcard one would find stuck in the back of an old piece

Re: PESO - Morning Study

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Nice feel to it Rick - almost seems to have the texture of a painting. The seat in the RH corner is a little distracting and maybe a crop might improve things - although you'd lose the tree as well which would be a shame. Perhaps a letterbox crop taking out the bottom section would do it? Chris

Re: GESO - 10 very recent photos

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Lovely set Ann. My choice shot is Tour Bus. Nicely layered. Chris On 13 September 2013 01:08, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote: (including two you've seen) http://annsan.smugmug.com/On-the-Road-or-On-Foot/Very-recent-NYC/31835949_JqDbwJ#!i=2716040784k=N6FzgHx coming up for air from

Re: GESO Artisans of the Metropolis

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
Nicely shot Bruce. I love to see industrial locations put to good use whilst retaining the character of the building. Good to see that the K20 does high(ish) ISO so well. Chris On 13 September 2013 15:33, Bruce Walker bruce.wal...@gmail.com wrote: I attended an arts and design event held

Re: The Bight Colorful Streets of Minneapolis

2013-09-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
A good set Don. You certainly render to BW really well. I particularly like the one of the boy, his hat and his reflection. The rest of the reflection draws the eye to comparing what's in the original and what's in the reflection. I spent a couple of minutes studying it. Chris On 13 September

Re: GESO 2013 - Annual Party - GDG

2013-09-12 Thread Chris Mitchell
Excellent Godfrey. A lovely ethereal feel to them. An excellent way of the party guests being able to see them there and then too. Chris On 11 September 2013 07:51, Godfrey DiGiorgi godfreydigio...@me.com wrote: My photo workshop group gathered for our annual summer party last Sunday. I

Re: OT - PK to Fuji X adaptor?

2013-09-12 Thread Chris Mitchell
://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/PKAdaptor/ PK 50 1.7 and PK 28 2.8 in no particular order Chris On 12 September 2013 16:47, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 12/9/13, Godfrey DiGiorgi, discombobulated, unleashed: Google Pentax K to Fuji X adapter... At least four or five different ones out

Re: GESO: Lens handover and trip to Primrose Hill

2013-09-10 Thread Chris Mitchell
No Bob, it's not the lens - he must be an insect expert of some sort. If I'd known he was that good, I'd have thought twice about letting you him that lens. Too much of an advantage! Great stuff - let us see more. Chris On 10 September 2013 19:18, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: They're

Re: paw week 36--pig signage

2013-09-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
Yes, it was a Ministry of Food offshoot which encouraged people to keep pigs to help with overcoming wartime food shortages. Here's some info about pigs on the home front from my local history archive: http://www.livingarchive.org.uk/includes/external/nvq/tracey/animals_pig.html On 9 September

Re: GESO: Lens handover and trip to Primrose Hill

2013-09-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
Ah, you noticed. That 14mm lens hasn't been taken off since I got it last month. Chris On 9 September 2013 07:21, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 8/9/13, Chris Mitchell, discombobulated, unleashed: Bob beat me to it - here's my record of a pleasant day. PDML lurker Ben Price

Re: GESO: Lens handover and trip to Primrose Hill

2013-09-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
Thanks for looking and commenting Dan, Bob, Cotty, Rick. On 9 September 2013 16:15, Rick Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: Really nice gallery, Chris. I particularly like the interplay of light, shadow, and geometry in 4228. Cheers, Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW - Original

GESO: Lens handover and trip to Primrose Hill

2013-09-08 Thread Chris Mitchell
wander around. http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/PrimroseHill/ Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: Dog shot

2013-09-08 Thread Chris Mitchell
Love the balloons. You caught the escapee just right! Chris On 7 September 2013 20:37, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: I met up with Chris M and Lurker Ben his lovely wife today. After Chris and Ben had completed their murky dealings Chris and I pottered about for a couple of hours

Re: Lenses for sale - try 2

2013-08-26 Thread Chris Mitchell
Thanks for the advice everyone. I've had a few nibbles from PDMLers and will follow those through. Ebay beckons for the rest or any that don't happen. Chris On 22 August 2013 20:31, Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net wrote: OK, I should have known that too much information would generate

Re: PESO - A Lovely Afternoon for Painting

2013-08-23 Thread Chris Mitchell
I like it. Super composition. Chris On 22 August 2013 22:19, Rick Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: Atop a minor local mountain with a splendid view: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17505433size=lg or http://gallery.photo.net/photo/17505433-lg.jpg (K-5, FA 28/2.8) Comments

Re: Giving up on Pentax (probably)

2013-08-23 Thread Chris Mitchell
On 22 August 2013 22:09, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 22/8/13, Paul Stenquist, discombobulated, unleashed: Why exactly do you need full frame? Just curious. I'm not, nor ever could be, John, but for me - so I can mount my A*85/1.4 onto it and have it behave like an A*85/1.4 ;-)

Giving up on Pentax (probably)

2013-08-22 Thread Chris Mitchell
me any sensible offers, contact me off list and I'll get more details and photos arranged and we can sort out logistics. Yours sadly, Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly

Re: Giving up on Pentax (probably)

2013-08-22 Thread Chris Mitchell
into existence. But how long do I wait? However, if you're dead set on selling that stuff, I'm mighty curious about that FA 135. I'll bear you in mind. Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit

Lenses for sale - try 2

2013-08-22 Thread Chris Mitchell
a target price for these? Anyone interested in making any offers? Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: BW Film Development app

2013-08-22 Thread Chris Mitchell
Ah, but would you want to spill developer on your iPhone? Chris On 22 August 2013 20:16, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Paper. I remember paper. The app is a more flexible version of the same info. Just don't tack your iPhone to the darkroom wall. stan On Aug 22, 2013

Re: A little bit of rhythm and a lot of soul

2013-08-06 Thread Chris Mitchell
Timeless. Well done. On 4 August 2013 22:42, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: A shot from this weekend: http://www.web-options.com/Locomotion.jpg I'll put up a gallery in the next day or two, and hopefully also some photos from my trip to Rouen. B -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

PESOs: Not sepia

2013-08-05 Thread Chris Mitchell
http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/MikeCath100/slides/DSCF2622.html OK, I lied: http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/MikeCath100/slides/DSCF2646.html And Bob Baffled at the evening ceilidh: http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/MikeCath100/slides/DSCF2688.html Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

PESOs: Micro PDLM meeting in Greenwich

2013-07-24 Thread Chris Mitchell
supper: http://www.zen50061.zen.co.uk/PDML/DSCF2589.jpg Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: PESOs: Micro PDLM meeting in Greenwich

2013-07-24 Thread Chris Mitchell
Of course, I meant PDML. Must have been a semi-concious slip as we were telling Rick about the last London PDML gathering with Godfrey where there was no Pentax kit at all and thought that the group might need a new name... On 24 July 2013 08:14, Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net wrote

Re: PESO - Ceramic Pot on a Wall

2013-07-21 Thread Chris Mitchell
Super composition and the colours and textures hit you in the face. Definitely colour for me. Chris On 19 July 2013 13:35, Brian Walters apathy...@lyons-ryan.org wrote: G'day all Apologies for the naff title - couldn't think of anything catchy. This is from our USA trip - taken in Santa Fe

Re: GESO Steam tarin people equipment

2013-07-14 Thread Chris Mitchell
Super set Don. There are two I like particularly so no refund for me! The high contrast BW and detail in 7027 is excellent. Also the one of the girl looking out of the carriage in 6958 seems to capture the magic of a steam train journey. Chris On 12 July 2013 17:59, Don Guthrie shark50

Re: PESO: A small set taken with the K85 f1.8 wide open

2013-07-11 Thread Chris Mitchell
Excellent use of DOF Darrren. I too love the machine shop pictures - brings back memories of my first career as a toolroom machinist. Chris On 8 July 2013 21:57, Darren Addy pixelsmi...@gmail.com wrote: This lens is capable of really shallow DOF (and on an APS-C sized sensor). I don't need

Re: PESO - Mist

2013-07-11 Thread Chris Mitchell
Nice and moody. I'm in John's camp regarding the birds. They don't look sufficiently bird-like to me so I would think about losing them. Chris On 10 July 2013 13:39, knarftheria...@gmail.com knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: Haven't had much sun lately so ya gotta go with what ya get: http

Re: PESO: 50 years of LOUD - attn guitar freaks

2013-07-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
This wasn't your average factory tour - in fact they don't do them for the public. A private showing when we went along to be presented with the prize. I guess Gibson can make whatever rules they want in their own factory. Not very friendly though by the sound of it. Chris On 8 July 2013 22:28

Re: PESO: 50 years of LOUD - attn guitar freaks

2013-07-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
Thanks Dave. Half a million quid to set that up. It would cost them 15 grand each test if done externally so good value over time. Chris On 9 July 2013 06:39, David Mann dmann...@gmail.com wrote: On Jul 9, 2013, at 8:31 AM, Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net wrote: Here's a picture (K7

Re: PESO: 50 years of LOUD - attn guitar freaks

2013-07-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
Ha! Bit of a physical impossibility. It would have to be somebody else's teeth... Anyhow, that Tele is so heavy that I'd struggle to get it over my head. I'd probably fall over backwards - a Spinal Tap moment. Chris On 9 July 2013 14:26, Bruce Walker bruce.wal...@gmail.com wrote: Damn cool

Re: GESO: Damn damage!

2013-07-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
Hard luck! There's me going on about my good fortune amp wise and this happens... Chris On 8 July 2013 19:57, John johnsess...@yahoo.com wrote: Not the GESO I was hoping to post. Fedex attempted to deliver my amplifier this morning. It was dropped somewhere in transit. There was a bit

PESO: 50 years of LOUD - attn guitar freaks

2013-07-08 Thread Chris Mitchell
and some museum pieces such as the first amp JM ever built, there are some dodgy smartphone pictures in the gallery behind it all. Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above

Re: Geso Fireworks

2013-07-06 Thread Chris Mitchell
Ha! Good for them I say... On 5 July 2013 17:12, John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com wrote: From: Chris Mitchell Good firework shots Don. Is July 4th special for some reason? Yours Britishly, Chris http://imgur.com/p73eGQN -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http

Re: PESO Rosie

2013-07-06 Thread Chris Mitchell
Nice portrait Bruce. I'm in 2 minds about the pillar bisecting her. Take it out and the balance is all wrong. One of those dilemmas... Chris On 6 July 2013 03:09, Bruce Walker bruce.wal...@gmail.com wrote: A portrait from the outdoor evening shoot that produced Tres Amigas ... http

Re: Spoiled by the X-Pro1

2013-07-05 Thread Chris Mitchell
. Incidentally, I've never moved the focus point off centre. I've always focused then framed. But then you might have been joking on that point. One never knows... Chris On 4 July 2013 22:32, Bill anotherdrunken...@gmail.com wrote: I had reason today to pick up my K5 for a few snapshots. It felt big

Re: Geso Fireworks

2013-07-05 Thread Chris Mitchell
Good firework shots Don. Is July 4th special for some reason? Yours Britishly, Chris On 5 July 2013 06:19, Don Guthrie shark50...@gmail.com wrote: I sent this July 4th but from a different machine. I suspect it was not sent as plain text as it did not show up on pdml. Hence this attempt: Our

Re: PESO - Urban Photography

2013-07-05 Thread Chris Mitchell
Superb Frank! Chris On 5 July 2013 04:06, knarftheria...@gmail.com knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.ca/2013/07/urban-photography.html?m=1 Hope you enjoy. Comments always welcome. Cheers, frank For me, the camera is a sketch book, an instrument of intuition

Re: PESO 2013 - 059 - GDG

2013-07-04 Thread Chris Mitchell
So you were doing blurry and mysterious back then as well! Nice one Chris On 3 July 2013 03:24, Godfrey DiGiorgi godfreydigio...@me.com wrote: In the middle of 1984, I had tossed most of everything I owned into a friend's closet in Santa Cruz, CA, sold all the rest but what I could carry

Re: PESO: Satan's Chariot

2013-07-04 Thread Chris Mitchell
Quirky. I like it. Chris On 29 June 2013 13:45, Daniel J. Matyola danmaty...@gmail.com wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17443962size=md Comments are invited Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http

Re: PESOs - Mikado

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
year with Illyria and we're ever hopeful that she'll get a big West End or Broadway role, but the competition is immense; and don't get me started on the risk averse nature of casting directors! Chris On 2 July 2013 21:39, Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com wrote: Chris, Fun stuff. 50

Re: PESOs - Mikado

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
Thanks Frank - they're also hoping for a relatively rain free summer too! Chris On 2 July 2013 23:36, knarftheria...@gmail.com knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: Great colours and it looks like they're having so much fun! Wonderful gallery. Hope your daughter breaks a leg the rest of the summer

Re: PESOs - Mikado

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
Hi Bruce - yes it's great fun. Illyria's GS productions have been called panto-operetta. Sums them up perfectly. CM On 3 July 2013 00:07, Bruce Walker bruce.wal...@gmail.com wrote: Looks like a very fun production, Chris! On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 4:15 PM, Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net

Re: PESOs - Mikado

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
/danieljmatyola On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 4:15 PM, Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net wrote: Hi all Our daughter Anna is Yum-Yum in Illyria Theatre's travelling production of the Mikado. 50 performances through July and August from Scotland to Cornwall and all stops in between. It's a 7 person cast

Re: Pentax is history

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
. Chris On 3 July 2013 07:02, Alan C c...@lantic.net wrote: ? http://www.imaging-resource.com/news/2013/07/02/Pentax-Ricoh-announces-name-change-but-what-will-it-mean-for-Pentax-brand Alan C -Original Message- From: Bruce Walker Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 5:05 PM

Re: PESO - Sunset Beach, Cape May

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
Nice shot and interesting perspective. The second link works, but better? There are no adverts so that's good; so if that defines better, then it is! Chris On 3 July 2013 02:25, Rick Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: We interrupt the ongoing catastrophizing for a photo: http://photo.net

Re: the Adler and the Blackhawks

2013-07-03 Thread Chris Mitchell
Hi Christine - a belated extra vote for the flower in the vase. Chris On 29 June 2013 07:59, Christine Aguila christ...@caguila.com wrote: Hi Everyone: What a day we had. Akira I had planned a visit to the Adler Planetarium Friday--the same day as the Blackhawks parade. We took the Brown

PESOs - Mikado

2013-07-02 Thread Chris Mitchell
/BoxworthManor/slides/_IMG4367.html Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

RE: Reasonable Price?

2013-06-25 Thread Chris Brogden
Pentax itself has been known to make that mistake: http://p.bfram.es/pentax-always-ready-for-a-shit.jpg Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   -Original

RE: buying a camera from Canada

2013-06-21 Thread Chris Brogden
We send them to Pentax Canada in Mississauga, Ontario. Pentax has a one-year international warranty, so there shouldn't be any issue getting it serviced in either Canada or the US. Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre

Re: GESO: Alisa W. photo shoot -- 6/17/13 (50 images)

2013-06-19 Thread Chris Mitchell
And a Martin Dreadnought too. Even more excellent! That yellow pick is a distraction though... This one for me: http://www.flickriver.com/photos/walt_gilbert/9075080722/ Chris On 18 June 2013 21:29, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 18/6/13, Walt, discombobulated, unleashed: http

Re: camera for travel and hiking

2013-06-19 Thread Chris Mitchell
a couple of years ago. A good experience. Can I come too? (Probably just for a day though so wouldn't need accommodation) Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow

Re: camera for travel and hiking

2013-06-17 Thread Chris Mitchell
Oh no we don't On 16 June 2013 20:50, mike wilson m.9.wil...@ntlworld.com wrote: And downhill we go. On 16/06/2013, David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: On Sun, Jun 16, 2013 at 12:43 PM, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 16/6/13, Mark Roberts, discombobulated, unleashed:

Re: camera for travel and hiking

2013-06-16 Thread Chris Mitchell
that you'd need weather resistance in England in September... Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: PESO: Mark B. (Another workplace shot)

2013-06-16 Thread Chris Mitchell
Looks sharp and well exposed to me. Another superb portrait actually. Chris On 14 June 2013 03:21, Walt ldott...@gmail.com wrote: Here's another portrait from down at the ol' salt mine -- a man named Mark. He's about as nice and polite a man as you could ever hope to meet. We nearly lost him

Re: OT: Why are Apple such a bunch of twats?

2013-06-09 Thread Chris Mitchell
You stood at the crossroads. You bought an Apple device. They now have your soul. CM On 7 June 2013 23:22, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: Why is it that when I want to download a FREE app, they insist on my Apple id, and on verifying my credit card details? Why don't they have a 'Fuck

Re: PAW weeks 21 and 22

2013-06-02 Thread Chris Mitchell
construction project. http://www.caguila.com/paw2013/index.html Cheers, Christine I love the chair. Moody. Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow

RE: Savanna, Illinois

2013-06-02 Thread Chris Mitchell
pictures here: http://mitch.myzen.co.uk/Savanna/slides/_IGP2880.html Sorry about the 'h' at the end of Savanna in some of the titles... Chris (no longer exiled) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit

Re: Testing, testing 1-2-3

2013-05-31 Thread Chris Mitchell
n 30 May 2013 10:18, Bruce Walker bruce.wal...@gmail.com wrote: How do we know you are The Real Chris Mitchell? Ah. But what is real in this strange virtual world we inhabit? Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE

Re: Testing, testing 1-2-3

2013-05-31 Thread Chris Mitchell
On 30 May 2013 23:31, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: Throw him in the river. If he sinks, he's the real Chris Mitchell. If he floats, he's a witch and we burn him. B I demand to be put to death by the sword. I have aristocratic blood in my veins you know! CM -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail

Testing, testing 1-2-3

2013-05-30 Thread Chris Mitchell
After several days of PDML silence and lack of response from my ISP (I assume that they've got some sort of spam filter issue), I've rejoined with a different email address. Am I getting through? Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo

Test

2013-05-28 Thread Chris Mitchell
I'm seeing things in the digest that aren't arriving by email. Just putting out a feeler... Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

RE: Vanishing New York blog features my vintage photos today - yayay!

2013-05-23 Thread Chris Brogden
That's wonderful, Ann! Hope this translates into some nice sales for you. Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   We make it easy to order greeting

RE: an aye for an eye , ann's eye (i'm back - and longish stuff )

2013-05-10 Thread Chris Brogden
Hi, Ann. Glad to hear you're back and on the mend! Sounds like you went through it like a trooper. On a different note, are you the legendary Ann Sanfedele of Scrabble fame? I seem to remember Word Freak describing you as a dishy actress or something like that. ;) Chris Chris Brogden

Re: Qeustion for mirrorless shooters, using both eyes?

2013-05-07 Thread Chris Mitchell
the viewfinder with my left eye so would have to turn the camera upside down to do that... Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: No character like Pentax character

2013-05-04 Thread Chris Mitchell
On 3 May 2013 19:36, Bob W p...@web-options.com wrote: I've no idea who she is, but if that's her singing - what a voice. And I love what James Baldwin says about hitting the jackpot. B The singer is Nina Simone CM -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

RE: A failing k-5 sensor? oh no! :(

2013-04-29 Thread Chris Brogden
I could be wrong, but I assume there's a deductible. Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml-boun

OT: RE: A little laugh at Canon's expense

2013-04-25 Thread Chris Brogden
And another little dig at Canon: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO7rxitFLZg Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   -Original Message- From: PDML

RE: OT Poem by Hughes Means

2013-04-22 Thread Chris Brogden
I remember it as: Yesterday, upon the stair, I met a man who wasn’t there He wasn’t there again today I bet he's from the C.I.A. Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204

Re: Christine meets Christine!

2013-04-21 Thread Chris Mitchell
this morning, so expect some pics from her in the next few days! Had a blast, Christine. Looking forward to the next time! http://www.caguila.com/christinenielsen/index.html Cheers, Christine/Chicago Talking? I don't believe it! Super set - love the cropped bean one. Chris -- PDML Pentax

Re: Boston PDML'ers please check in

2013-04-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
It's good to hear that our friends and their families are OK. Chris On 15 April 2013 22:41, Christine Nielsen ch...@inielsen.net wrote: Christine Nielsen, checking in... We were at our usual spot on Heartbreak Hill. My brother ran his 5th marathon today, and we were also watching

Re: OT: Oh Yeah. I just found the camera of my dreams.

2013-04-13 Thread Chris Mitchell
, which works great for me. Lots of samples at https://www.tbray.org/ongoing/What/Arts/Photos/ How do you deal with the lack of telephoto lenses? -- I use my Pentax ones. Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from

FS Friday: SMC Pentax-K 135mm f2.5

2013-04-12 Thread Chris Brogden
I'm selling my Pentax 135mm f2.5 K-series (not the Takumar bayonet). Mint glass, almost no internal dust, very light cosmetic wear on barrel. Original rear cap, generic front cap, Hoya 58mm UV filter. $250 CAN. Cheers, Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net

FS Friday: Brand-new Pentax Q kit with 8.5mm lens (47mm equivalent)

2013-04-12 Thread Chris Brogden
to carry around and shoot. Let me know if you're interested in picking up one. Cheers, Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss

RE: An Interview with Pentax Executive Vice President Jim Malcolm, (4/4)

2013-04-10 Thread Chris Brogden
had a lot fewer stores, Pentax has always been good to us. And we're just a family-owned independent in Western Canada, not a national or international chain. Chris B. Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB

RE: First sub-$2000 full frame DSLR?

2013-04-09 Thread Chris Brogden
We're selling the Canon 5D Mark II body for $1799, and the Nikon D600 for $1999, so the Sony certainly isn't the only one. Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173

FS Friday: Our last Pentax 645D kit with AF 55mm f2.8 SDM

2013-04-05 Thread Chris Brogden
looking to get into medium format digital. If you're interested, email me any time at cbrog...@donsphoto.ca or call (204) 254-9075 Monday-Friday. Cheers, Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph

FS Friday: Brand new Sigma 300mm f2.8 EX APO DG HSM

2013-04-05 Thread Chris Brogden
any problems, and we deal with Sigma for you. I only have one at that price, so call me (204.254.9075) or email (cbrog...@donsphoto.ca) if you're interested. Cheers, Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg

Re: PDML London

2013-04-02 Thread Chris Mitchell
with a Pentax lens... http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/LondonPDMLApril2013_1/ Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: PDML London

2013-04-02 Thread Chris Mitchell
. Just out of curiosity, did anyone actually happen to think to bring a Pentax camera? Just to maintain tradition, Bob had an MX in his bag and I had a couple of Pentax lenses. I used the 28mm one to take the picture of Godfrey and Felipe in front of the Tate Modern. Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss

RE: As expected - film gets expensive

2013-04-02 Thread Chris Brogden
I'd say it already is, given the number of pictures you can fit on a memory card. Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   -Original Message- From

Re: PDML London

2013-04-02 Thread Chris Mitchell
On 2 April 2013 16:18, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote: I played the game of looking at the whole set and deciding which one Cotty liked best. before I clicked on that specific link. I love it too and I was right :-) ann Thanks Anne and Cotty. Great minds and all that... Chris On 4

Re: PESO: spelling bee

2013-03-30 Thread Chris Mitchell
On 28 March 2013 19:06, Christine Nielsen ch...@inielsen.net wrote: From last weekend... my daughter's team, snatching defeat from the jaws of victory... http://www.flickr.com/photos/23028562@N04/8598739480/ :) -c Excellent timing Christine. It made me feel so sorry for them. Chris

RE: New Pentax model(s) announcement 3/27 (or next week)?

2013-03-26 Thread Chris Brogden
guess, anyway. Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173 -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Collin Brendemuehl Sent

RE: OT - you know a site is suspicious when ...

2013-03-26 Thread Chris Brogden
, to the justice. Brilliant! Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Bruce

RE: FS Friday: Pentax 645D with AF 55mm f2.8 SDM lens

2013-03-25 Thread Chris Brogden
Glad to hear! And wow, that's a good memory. I can barely remember what I had for breakfast yesterday. Hi, Frank. Can't remember, but good to see you're still around. Chris -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Steve Sharpe Sent: Saturday, March

Re: A few questions about lenses for those that shoot old primes....

2013-03-24 Thread Chris Mitchell
in a cupboard with front and rear caps on for 20 of its years. It's as clean as the day it was bought. Here's a PESO taken at f8 a couple of weeks ago: http://mitch.myzen.co.uk/PDML/DSCF0649.jpg Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Re: A few questions about lenses for those that shoot old primes....

2013-03-24 Thread Chris Mitchell
the camera choose the shutter speed or use manual metering just like the old days. When walking about and for quick grabs, I set infinity at the f8 hyperfocal point. That gives focus between about 1.5 metres and infinity. I let the camera choose the shutter speed and ISO combination. Chris On Sun

RE: FS Friday: Pentax 645D with AF 55mm f2.8 SDM lens

2013-03-23 Thread Chris Brogden
Is that better than not being remembered at all? I'm not sure. :) Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml

FS Friday: Pentax 645D with AF 55mm f2.8 SDM lens

2013-03-22 Thread Chris Brogden
shipping. You're not going to find a better price, so if you were considering bypassing APS-C and full-frame sensors and stepping up to medium format, let me know. You can reach me by email at cbrog...@donsphoto.ca or phone at (204) 254-9075. Cheers, Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St

Re: OT - Camera Store X100s and X20 Hands On Field Test

2013-03-15 Thread Chris Mitchell
, it's still possible to set a hyperfocal distance and shoot happily all day without worrying. That's what I've been Doing with my MF Pentax 28 2.8 and I'm quite happy with it. Cheers, Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE

RE: Hummingbird Nest

2013-03-13 Thread Chris Brogden
Beautiful pics and an awesome story! Makes me want to get a feeder going. Chris Chris Brogden, Manager Don's Photo St. Vital 31 - 845 Dakota St. (Right across the street from St. Vital Centre) Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3 Ph: (204) 254-9075 Fax: (204) 253-7173   We make it easy to order greeting

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