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Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

08/14/2012 07:59:08 PM · #1

My wife has a conference in Austin in October and I am thinking about going along. What are the great sites to see and things to do and photograph in Austin?

Hopefuly, I could meet up with some DPC people in that area.

Any ideas are greatly appreciated.

cowboy221977

Canon EOS-60D

08/14/2012 08:22:34 PM · #2

I absolutely love austin.....very close to dark there there are bats that come out from under the bridges in downtown...it is very impressive.

Also if you like art, stop by my sister in laws art gallery... (the Russell Collection) it's on 6th street in downtown. You would enjoy seeing the art. (If you talk to anyone tell them Adam Russell set you)

There are lots of great buildings and stuff in downtown. Then there are the lakes (lake travis , lake Austin...etc) Great place to visit and lots to do.

some websites
The Russell Collection
Austin Bats

Anyway I hope this helps

Mike

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Canon Mount

08/14/2012 09:18:15 PM · #3

you could always travel to see the new cowboys stadium, on the 28th the best team in the NFL will be mopping the floor with the host team.

kawesttex

Apple iPhone 11 Pro

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

08/14/2012 09:31:48 PM · #4

Is this a possible GTG?

FtWorthphotog

Nikon D90

08/14/2012 09:57:42 PM · #5

I grew up in Austin, but never did photography there as I wasn't into it back then. I would recommend a trip to see our capitol it's a def photo op inside and out. If you want picturesque sunset/landscapes head out towards lake travis. There is plenty to photograph everywhere you turn..If your into street photography you should find plenty of subject matter. (Austin unofficial slogan is "Keep Austin Weird") There is no lack of people who personify this.

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

08/14/2012 10:02:50 PM · #6

My sister,

npasel, who live is Longview also said that I have to eat at The Oasis on Lake Travis.

cowboy221977

Canon EOS-60D

08/14/2012 10:37:01 PM · #7

The Iguana grill is really good....Another great place to eat and unwind is Johnny Finns...It's on Lake travis...It is a floating restauraunt.

kawesttex

Apple iPhone 11 Pro

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

08/14/2012 10:40:23 PM · #8

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Is this a GTG?

cowboy221977

Canon EOS-60D

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

08/14/2012 10:41:39 PM · #9

I may be able to make it in October....I have some vacation saved up

Olympus 17mm f/1.8 M.Zuiko

08/14/2012 10:54:41 PM · #10

We will arive in Austin on 10/13, a few days before the conference which starts on Tuesday. From tuesday till Friday, my wife will be at the conference during the day which means I can be out shooting.

PennyStreet

Olympus OM-D E-M1

08/14/2012 11:15:33 PM · #11

I'll be in Austin in early September.... my daughter is moving there

08/14/2012 11:19:09 PM · #12

Originally posted by kawesttex:

SsssssssssOooooooooooooooooooo!

Is this a GTG?

I would like to meet up with some DPC people if possible.