Official Misc Photography Crew, Part III! "F/8 and be there."

[knot4reel91]

Some long exposures I took at my marina. Captured the mood well, haven't edited too much in Lightroom. Taken with Nikon D600 and 50mm f/1.8 lens at 25.0 sec f/8.0 ISO 400




Edit: after looking at them, I wish I went with a quicker shutter speed to minimize the motion blur at the top of the mast. The water was actually a little choppy, so I'm surprised there isn't a crazy amount of motion blur.

[Final_Rep]

Welcome to the thread GF.

+ unrelated: I just hit my 5,000 "likes" milestone on ********. Also today got a random 24" print sale through my website from someone in PA. Sweeeeet.

[akappa]

Welcome to the thread GF.

+ unrelated: I just hit my 5,000 "likes" milestone on ********. Also today got a random 24" print sale through my website from someone in PA. Sweeeeet.

GJDM How did that deal with that FB page work out for you?


Sunset over the canal

[Final_Rep]

GJDM How did that deal with that FB page work out for you?

Well, it's kinda lame TBH. The reason is that I am trying to target people around age 30+ (i.e. gainfully employed, interested in the arts, and has disposable income). These "like farm" pages seem to generate a lot of traffic but no sales.

[akappa]

Well, it's kinda lame TBH. The reason is that I am trying to target people around age 30+ (i.e. gainfully employed, interested in the arts, and has disposable income). These "like farm" pages seem to generate a lot of traffic but no sales.

Yea I don't think ******** is a short term money maker but it's quite good to get your name out there, and in people's faces. so that if they do happen to want a photo/photographer they know there's that guy on ******** who keeps posting awesome photos.

[EatingPancakes]

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Sunset over the canal

Does your area get misty mornings? Place would look downright ethereal on a misty morning. Lovely capture, love the symmetry.

[Dominik]

Sunset over the canal

Very nice.

Yea I don't think ******** is a short term money maker but it's quite good to get your name out there, and in people's faces. so that if they do happen to want a photo/photographer they know there's that guy on ******** who keeps posting awesome photos.

We were talking about this the other day and that's where I think ******** is most effective: for photographers offering their services rather than products.

[cunfewzed]

We were talking about this the other day and that's where I think ******** is most effective: for photographers offering their services rather than products.

Case in point. Posted these pics to FB about three hours ago:




Bride tagged herself and her spouse in the photos. Now, I've had 1k+ viral hits to my FB page and one inquiry for services. More to follow. It's an amazing, free marketing tool for me as long as I can get the people in the photos to tag themselves and share with friends.

>in b4 harsh review of posted photos lol

[Final_Rep]

We were talking about this the other day and that's where I think ******** is most effective: for photographers offering their services rather than products.

I got two random purchases today via ******** though. Work in progress, continues!

Case in point. Posted these pics to FB about three hours ago:
[img]https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/922854_591158187575039_1281873056_n.jpg[/i
[img]https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/184406_591157924241732_426455336_n.jpg[/im
[img]https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/943556_591157710908420_563595891_n.jpg[

Bride tagged herself and her spouse in the photos. Now, I've had 1k+ viral hits to my FB page and one inquiry for services. More to follow. It's an amazing, free marketing tool for me as long as I can get the people in the photos to tag themselves and share with friends.

>in b4 harsh review of posted photos lol

Bro, and I'm gonna type this as sober as possible, your photos...

Look pretty damn good! Keep it up dude.

+ here's something different from me. Yeah I know, it's just a squirrel :P

[mitch2147]

Edit the squirrel photo the same way you do your landscapes. Dramatic sky, HDR etc.

[IgboMeso]

I probably should have given this guy a hand.


//^^\\ by Nams82, on Flickr

[cunfewzed]

I got two random purchases today via ******** though. Work in progress, continues!

Bro, and I'm gonna type this as sober as possible, your photos...

Look pretty damn good! Keep it up dude.

+ here's something different from me. Yeah I know, it's just a squirrel :P

[img]https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/9070_182035435289767_1003660648_n.jpg[/im]

Thx!

Dat you jmelanson??

[MarkA15]

Top right

Nice book cover brah. Great work!

[akappa]

Does your area get misty mornings? Place would look downright ethereal on a misty morning. Lovely capture, love the symmetry.

Yea it's been like that a few times recently, it always seems to be when i'm up early getting ready for work though. I look out the window and see mist rising from the tarn and get tempted to drive into the lakes instead ha

Very nice.

We were talking about this the other day and that's where I think ******** is most effective: for photographers offering their services rather than products.

Cheers Dom, Yea people start requesting shots after a little while so it works out pretty well considering it's free

Case in point. Posted these pics to FB about three hours ago:
[img]https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/922854_591158187575039_1281873056_n.jpg
[img]https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/184406_591157924241732_426455336_n.jpg
[img]https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/943556_591157710908420_563595891_n.jpg

Nice these look softer than the 1st set you posted up, I prefer these. GJDM

I probably should have given this guy a hand.

[img]http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7300/8933642938_41b15b0fd3_c.jpg
//^^\\ by Nams82, on Flickr

It made me smurk and then feel bad. It shows the streets quite well though because most people don't help


brb using imagination

[GREENFEATHER]

[Boakey]

My rental 70-300mm L showed up today, heading to Jasper and northern AB on Wednesday for a week. So pumped!

Fuark it sure is heavier and much more solid feeling than my cheapo 55-250mm. It should be for 8 times the price.

What I'm most impressed with so far is how quickly it focuses. I couldn't resist taking about 25 test shots as soon as I opened the box.

........Hope I packed enough memory cards.........

[Boakey]

Couple of shots from last weekend with the 55-250mm.

I've been trying to get a decent shot of a Quail for a while and I'm really happy with the way these turned out. I was lucky enough that he hung around and posed for a while.


California Quail by Boaketography, on Flickr


California Quail by Boaketography, on Flickr

[Dominik]

Sydney, Australia

First time I've taken a photo of Sydney so it was nice to get clear conditions for a sunset when I finally did. There's a reason why some properties on the harbour sell for over $40m. Beautiful place. Going to drive down there next month to take more shots of the bridge, beaches, and waterfalls in the Blue Mountains.

[brake]

Sydney, Australia

First time I've taken a photo of Sydney so it was nice to get clear conditions for a sunset when I finally did. There's a reason why some properties on the harbour sell for over $40m. Beautiful place. Going to drive down there next month to take more shots of the bridge, beaches, and waterfalls in the Blue Mountains.

Very very nice. What time was this taken?

[Dominik]

Very very nice. What time was this taken?

Thanks. Around 6pm. Got there before 5 for sunset but liked the light better an hour later.

[Web27]

Sydney, Australia

First time I've taken a photo of Sydney so it was nice to get clear conditions for a sunset when I finally did. There's a reason why some properties on the harbour sell for over $40m. Beautiful place. Going to drive down there next month to take more shots of the bridge, beaches, and waterfalls in the Blue Mountains.

Our old house had a killer view of Sydney harbour. Now it's a tree lol

[mitch2147]

Nice pics Boakey. Looking forward to seeing what you can do with the 70-300mm.

[IgboMeso]

Another snapshot from the weekend.

When you least expect it by Nams82, on Flickr

[Boakey]

Nice pics Boakey. Looking forward to seeing what you can do with the 70-300mm.

Thanks. Probably be a week or so before I can post anything. I'll be too busy camping, golfing, shooting and drinking beer!

[cunfewzed]

Nice pic, Dom! Gorgeous colors.

[azurejer]

Two recent wedding client images




one event shot from Korean Pavillion

[Coppatop]

I made a light-box. Cost me around $25, the lights were the most expensive part. Process and materials at the bottom














Also, I have resigned myself to taking more photos, thus, I am starting a photo of the week thing. I also want to get better at macro, so I combound the two together and took a macro shot of a Clematis flower. It is 9 imaged stacked.




Light box Materials:
1.) A Box – It could be any size you want as long as you can light it! I prefer it to be as square as can be. You can find boxes anywhere for free. I got mine from work in which they throw out anyway. You can also find boxes in the back of strip malls, grocery stores, appliance stores or basically any place that makes or sells products. Thicker the better! (Free)

2.) Fabric ‘ This again could be any type. In my box I used white muslin fabric that is found at your local arts and craft store. Buy enough to cover the entire box. (4.00$ US or 1.99$ a yard) People suggested other fabrics like White Nylon and white fleece. If your extremely cheap and have some white under shirts laying around. Cut up the sides to where you have two halves of the shirt. If you use multiple shirts, be sure that the color matches or your end result may not turn out as you like it

3.) Tape ‘ I use tape to secure the fabric to the sides of the box. Reason being is that In-case you want to try out different fabrics. I use regular masking tape. (1.00$ US A Roll)

4.) Glue ‘ You can use a “Glue Stick” (1.00$ US a Stick) or spray adhesive (5.00$ US per Can) to stick the lining in the box.


5.) White Bristol board ‘ This will line the inside of the box and will also serve as your back round (.50 a sheet X2). I would suggest to buy 2 or 3 sheets as you will be cutting up two to line your box (Could be more depending on the size of your box) and one for the back round. Bristol board is a heavyweight paper (.006″ Thick) that is used in drawing/art. The name came from where it was originated, Bristol England. If you wanted a different back round you can also pick up different colors.

6.) Lights ‘ You will need to light this box and this could be the most expensive part of the box unless you already have the lights. In my opinion lighting is the most important part of this box. Without it you will not get the picture you desire. I went to my local hardware store and picked up some “Daylight” Bulbs. Using regular light bulbs will cast a yellow light and should be avoided. I purchased “n:vision” 90 watt equivalent compact florescent bulbs ($7.00 US). Basically any “Full Spectrum” light bulbs will do.

Also suggest a lighting fixture. If you have a one of those desk work lamps, It will work fine. If you don’t I suggest getting a “Clamp On Work Light”. At my local home depot they only had two kinds, A smaller reflector dish (5″) for 5.99$ (US) or the 10.5″ reflector for 11.99$ (US).

7.) Miscellaneous Tools ‘ Tape ruler, Ruler or any straight edge, scissors and knife

Step By Step Process:

A) Take your box with a tape ruler and marker and measure in 2″ from the side of the box marking multiple points with your marker. When your done you will see your border, connect the points using your straight edge to where you should have a nice looking square/rectangle in the middle of the box with a 2″ border around it. Leave the top and bottom of the box alone as you will not need to mark it

B) Cut out the boxes you’ve drawn. Repeat that to the sides of the box where you have drawn the boxes. When you’re done, cut off the top of the box or remove the flaps on the top of the box. LEAVE THE BOTTOM INTACT!

C) Now take your Bristol board and make lines with your marker for every two inches 16 times. Then proceed to cut out 16 strips with your scissors.

D) Glue the paper strips into the box. Make sure the side with marker goes against the cardboard so it can not be seen.

E) Take another piece of Bristol board and cut is so the width is the same as the inside of the box and the length is much longer then the box.

F) Place the long piece of Bristol board into the box to where the piece curves to the bottom. Avoid creasing as it will show up in your photo. Cut off excess paper that is sticking out the top.

G) Cut your fabric to where it will cover the holes. Then cut a big piece to where it will cover the top of the box.

H) Tape the fabric to cover the holes in the box except the one that is facing your background. Then tape the top piece on.

YOU’RE DONE!

Now all you got to do is light the top of the box and start snapping away!

[Dominik]

Nice pic, Dom! Gorgeous colors.

Appreciate it Marcus.

The opera house is usually lit with harsh lights like this that cast strong shadows but for some reason even though it was dark the light was quite soft so I tried to take advantage of that.

Two recent wedding client images

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/QOz51KG.jpg[IMG]
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/gVVAnwd.jpg[IMG]

one event shot from Korean Pavillion

[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/e9jN5Ic.jpg[IMG]

Clients must have been really happy. Great work. That first one has a timeless feel to it that I like a lot and it wouldn't look out of place in a magazine.

[azurejer]

Appreciate it Marcus.

The opera house is usually lit with harsh lights like this that cast strong shadows but for some reason even though it was dark the light was quite soft so I tried to take advantage of that.

Clients must have been really happy. Great work. That first one has a timeless feel to it that I like a lot and it wouldn't look out of place in a magazine.

Cheers sir. Indeed, the first shot the groom is actually a producer; second was just for something edgy/cool. Knot4reel, diggin' them exposures.

[fieldysnutz]

Sup brahs. Excited to join you guys as I'm buying a Canon Rebel T3i off of craigslist tommorow, or going to look at it at least. Any things in specific to look for? Posting says it is in like new condition. Comes with the body, the Canon 50mm lens and a Sigma 70-300mm lens with macro, gear bag, and SD cards (not sure what size).

Another question, any of you photography brahs incorporate taking pictures into a first date? Long story short, taking out this chick who I know loves photography, has a DSLR, etc... and I was thinking of hitting up some local spots (seacoast NH) and having some photoshoots/trying out the new camera. Only problem is I'm a little intimidated because she will probably know what she's doing, at least more so than me. Not sure if it's a tacky idea but I thought it sounded cool.