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?You still don't know where to share you photos with the rest of the world? I just joined flickr.com ... !have a peak. !Unbelivable photographers!
Inspiring quote and photos by Maayan Ziv featured in Photolife. "Limitations only remain limitations if we agree to them, otherwise, they are just opportunities to do things differently." Maayan Ziv. Inspiring photos visit her web Maayan Ziv Photography.
Two gigabytes free? I've enjoyed, howled, laughed at the photos and thought provoking comments by Vadym Vasylenko 's Public Gallery on his Picasa Web Albums.
Share with the world! thanks to Google for 2 Gigabyte free.. check out imagebob albums http://picasaweb.google.com/imagebobster.
I would love to purchase a $$ bigger camera.. but remember it is a computer! proceed with caution.
I've been shooting with a the (original Digital Rebel) but feel much better after reading an article written by Darwin Wiggett - Natural Moments Photography on his equipment page.
Photography Equipment - Just for Gearheads
"The most common question I get about my photography is "What kind of camera do you use?" This question still throws me off-guard - I suppose it is like asking Rembrandt or Picaso what kind of brush they used, or asking Jimmy Page, or Carlos Santana what kind of guitar they use. I am pretty sure that Jimmy Page would have still played the same way whether he used a Fender or a Martin or an Epiphone.
The one thing I do know is that if I shoot with a 4x5, a medium format film camera, a point-n-shoot digital or film camera, or a high end DSLR that my photos still end up all looking the same. I have not yet found a camera that improves my photography!! Doh! Seems that the person behind the lens really has a lot to do with what the camera does - go figure eh?
If you must know I shoot with a variety of cameras but my workhorse is the Canon EOS-1ds Mark III - why?? I am not sure actually - I think I got sucked into the 'hype' about this megapixel 'top shelf' camera. Truth be know it is an overpriced underperformer. If you want to be smarter than me (not very hard to do BTW!) then you can do much better than the Mark III a dollar for performance basis. There are lots of great cameras out there that won't kill your wallet. So... if you are looking to make great images, then just about any camera will do - an $8000 camera won't make you a better photographer - trust me I found out the hard way!"
Great & Stunning photos & interesting articles plus I always chuckle at the picture of a dog with an apple above it's head and slingshot in foreground. Darwin Wiggett - Natural Moments Photography
My 2007 International Photolife contest submission. posted Jan 08.
Thinking of getting a Digital camera? My first camera was a . . . read on Enter the Digital World. by Robert Vautour
Browse Google my 1st Wedding shot Digitally .. summer 2007
Improve your Photography. Rules are... read on: Photo Tips by Robert Vautour
Photos always being added to my growing International Portfolio. Designers best kept secret: i-stock international image portfolio,
I've enjoyed having a Photolife subscription. Some contributing Canadian photographers to Photolife are: Richard Martin, Andre Gallant and Freeman Patterson
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PhotoLife November 2009 Question and Answer. What Web sites do you find the most useful either for technical advice or inspiration?
Of course I love to say yours and mine. Since a member of i-stock I frequent there and get lots of ideas and advice. I once went to National Geographic and the page took too long to load. I may need to revisit. Finally if I have time to surf I check out www.doubleexposure I will look forward to all the answers if I have time to surf.
PhotoLife May 2009 Question
What is the coolest photo gadget or accessory you have? How does it improve your photography?
The polarizing filter! If you want deep blue skies shoot with sun at your back. In water, reflections can be added or removed to enhance your creativity. It is like putting on sunglasses! Removes glare!
In contrast to the fast-paced technical advancements in digital imaging today, there seems to be increased interest in traditional alternative processes. Do you think there will always be a market for these film-based processes or will image-editing software take it's place?
It has been said, "If it works, why fix it?" There will be some who enjoy the softening effect and aroma of developer, stop and fix on their hands, and the sheer enjoyment of the art of dark room printmaking. If it is making you money, why quit? I suppose if demand for these chemicals cease, so will the art. Mind you, it will always be about variables, achieving that perfect image. Dodge and burn, or time, temperature and developer exhaustion or photo manipulation and enhancement on a computer? Both demand your time. Hate to say it, but I'll bet computers and software (the money pit) wins.
Do you upgrade your image-editing software as soon as a new version is released or do you tend to continue to use what you already have and know well?
Great question. I dig my heals in for as long as I can. If it works why fix it. This is the dark side of technology. When people sadly tell me they don't have a computer, I tell them they are the smart ones and can save lots of money. (due to upgrades, memory, hard drive etc) I change only when forced into it. Then I'm on top of the world and get sense of pride and accomplishment for maybe a year or two. Never ending learning curve. I think it is smart to use the version that comes with the camera.
How do you share your images? E-mail? Photo-sharing Web sites? And what’s the percentage of images you intended to share and never did?
My answer: I share my photos seasonally by posting current shots on our kitchen wall. I joined Cambridge Centre for the Arts, printed some of my favourites and displayed my sleeved portfolio at an outdoor table. My neighbor has 3 prints in their hallway. I also enter a juried art competition the last 3 years with some of my works but have yet to make it in to be displayed. I never send attachments because I don't like to receive them. Some photos I print 2 up on 8 1/2 x 11 on card stock. I cut in half and fold to create personalized cards for self and others.
I'm an iStockphoto member since January 2006 to share my talents with the world and get outside exposure. Google Picasa to the rescue! Dave Hopkins showed a phenomenal slide show of trips to England gardens at our Preston Horticulture meeting. We exchanged business cards and months later I checked his website. I never wanted to visit England but after seeing the slides show in the comfort of my own home, I'm sold on the idea. (dreaming) His great photo were posted in Google Picasa. I joined right away for 2 gigabyte of free space! I became his friend so you can click on his portfolio if you ever visit my public folders.
I can create private or public folders. I can even share my raw images and not have to convert to jpg. You can even chose to upload good or faster uploads. Lesson here from Google is provide a good service and you don't have to pay a dime in advertising. I think I have about 1/4 of images I intended to share but never did. I consider facebook but usually run out of time and exposure is limited.
