All Georgia Photographers (GTG Photos added)

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

07/19/2005 08:46:23 PM · #26

Callaway Gardens is another option, although I've personally never been there, I hear it's nice.

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

07/19/2005 08:51:41 PM · #27

Jen,
I had discussed with muckpond the possibility of a trip to Notacon over a beer recently, but I must be back in WI for a not-to-miss photo trip :-) on Saturday. So I had to take a pass on Notacon, unfortunately. I'll PM you my work cell and if you are able to get away for some evening/night shooting around Atlanta, give me a call Thursday afternoon.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

07/20/2005 07:13:01 AM · #28

We will shoot for September 3rd.

Now Helen or Callaway Gardens?

Message edited by author 2005-07-20 07:13:11.

Bebe

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

07/20/2005 07:48:51 AM · #29

I think I can make the 3rd if it's Helen - I suspect my husband would be thrilled. He does a bit of cycling near Helen whenever he can; the roads up there are exciting for cycling & he knows some amazing spots for views. I understand if others want Calloway instead - I've never been but it's supposed to be beautiful.

P.S. I'm also available for anytime around Atlanta itself.

Message edited by author 2005-07-20 07:50:05.

saracat

Pentax K10D

Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF

07/20/2005 08:51:09 AM · #30

I'd prefer Helen for Sept. 3rd and maybe a GTG to Callaway Gardens in the spring when all the flowers are blooming.
Sara

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

07/20/2005 08:54:09 AM · #31

Helens good with me, I've never been there. Callaway would be better in the Spring.

SDW

Canon EOS-60D

07/20/2005 09:01:24 AM · #32

Originally posted by rex:

We will shoot for September 3rd.

Now Helen or Callaway Gardens?

I like Callaway for two reasons.
1. It's only 20 minutes from my house and
2. I get in free. If I'm not mistaken I can have up to 4 guest with my card to get in free. I will have to check.

SDW

Canon EOS-60D

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

07/20/2005 09:11:00 AM · #33

Don't think I will be able to make it to Helen, GA on the 3rd but I will see what I can do for everyone about Callaway in the spring. My wife works for TSYS and we have two year around passes and each can bring 4 guest for free (most attractions and dates). On a side note callaway will be having the Sky Hot Air Balloon Festival Sept 2-4, 2005. And don't forget the
Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center.

saracat

Pentax K10D

Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF

07/20/2005 09:19:28 AM · #34

Would love to see the balloons and such, but my problem is more of money than anything else. We're moving in August, and will have some expenses associated with that. Helen will be a squeak as it is.

If there's going to be other activities & places to visit, a head's up ASAP would be nice...

Sara
(Not begging, just letting ya know what's goin' on.)
:)

07/20/2005 10:21:21 AM · #35

So Helen, GA on September 3rd. Scott see if you can make it would love to see you there.

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

07/20/2005 01:16:36 PM · #36

So far this is who I have:

James- rex
Jennifer - jenesis
Karma - karmat
Angel - shiiizzzam
sara - saracat
Beryl - Bebe
KevinRiggs - Kevin
elemess - Larry

Jennifer that Swan House and Garden looks great. We just need to decide on a place.

Message edited by author 2005-07-25 00:08:01.

SDW

Canon EOS-60D

07/20/2005 01:36:15 PM · #37

Originally posted by rex:

So far this is who I have:

James- rex
Jennifer - jenesis
Karma - karmat
Angel - shiiizzzam
sara - saracat
Beryl - Bebe

Scott I didn't put you on the list but if you can make it then let me know. And if I missed anyone then let me know so you can be added to the list.

Thanks rex. I will let you know if I can arrange my time schedule.

kiropractic

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

07/21/2005 08:54:23 AM · #38

Helen, My parents have a cabin up there. It will be ok I suppose, but in the last few years it has really really went down hill. I'm going up ther this weekend actually to see my brother. Ill take some pics and post them so you guys might can get a better idea of whats it like (for those of you who havent been) Any subject in particular? Later guys, I'm sooo late!!!

07/21/2005 09:30:18 AM · #39

kiropractic

So you can make it September 3rd?

kiropractic

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

07/21/2005 10:11:30 AM · #40

Sure I can make it. Not a problem...We may have to go up Trey Mtn, or other places of intrest. What kind of photography are people wanting to experience...street, landscapes yada yada yada.
Put me and g/f in.
drew

07/23/2005 03:56:52 PM · #41

*bump* for the weekend crowd.

Does anyone have any other suggestions just in case Helen doesn't pan out? Would love to have it in a more central place so that that it might be easier for SDW to attend. Unfortunately, I don't get out much so I don't have much to offer but here are a couple suggestions:

Stone Mtn.
Zoo Atlanta
Botanical garden
Piedmont Park (free)
Centennial Park area, including CNN center and other Downtown architecture (free)

Message edited by author 2005-07-23 15:58:43.

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

07/23/2005 04:30:11 PM · #42

Has anyone ever been here?
Historic Swan house and Garden

Looks like there would be a ton of interesting photo ops. :-)

elemess

Canon EOS-20D

07/23/2005 04:54:25 PM · #43

Labor Day Weekend is also Dragon*Con, which will be in the heart of downtown Atlanta and will certainly provide many, uh, "interesting" photo opportunites. There's a parade down Peachtree Saturday morning featuring the 501st Stormtroopers. Seriously. It's right near Centennial Olympic Park.

Zoo Atlanta is in the middle of Grant Park, which is a great neighborhood (and a nice little park), and very near historic Oakland Cemetery and Cabbagetown, another neat neighborhood. The houses in GP and C-town have great turn of the century architecture and lots of color.

Piedmont Park and the Botanical Garden are practically next to each other. The park has great people (and their dogs) watching and views of the Midtown high rises.

The Atlanta History Center is just off the main Buckhead bar district. It's a neat little place with a couple of historic homes and some gardens. There's also the Carter Center with its Japanese gardens and interesting architecture; it's relatively close to the Martin Luther King National Historic Site.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

07/23/2005 05:58:37 PM · #44

Originally posted by elemess:

Hey, this sounds promising and fun! :-)

Bebe

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

07/23/2005 06:34:00 PM · #45

Just talked to my husband. I can confirm for Helen or Atlanta, wherever the group decides.

KevinRiggs

Canon EOS-1Ds

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

07/23/2005 07:46:09 PM · #46

Originally posted by jenesis:

Has anyone ever been here?
Historic Swan house and Garden

Looks like there would be a ton of interesting photo ops. :-)

That place looks awesome, too.

I'm up for just about anything from Callaway north to the TN border. Helen is only 120 miles so I'd love to join in on that one, too.

Kev

07/25/2005 05:14:31 PM · #47

Accidentally edited my post above so I wanted to put in down here and give it a bump:

So far this is who I have:

James- rex
Jennifer - jenesis
Karma - karmat
Angel - shiiizzzam
sara - saracat
Beryl - Bebe
KevinRiggs - Kevin
elemess - Larry

Jennifer that Swan House and Garden looks great. We just need to decide on a place. Atlanta would be easier for me but if the majority wants Helen then that is fine by me.

singe

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

07/25/2005 09:05:09 PM · #48

Hmm, I might be able to swing by if the group goes to Atlanta. Helen is too far for me.

Bebe

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

07/25/2005 09:30:31 PM · #49

I'm up for anywhere. I live fairly centrally in Atlanta, so if that's the destination I can offer my home as a meeting place, for coffee or lunch - depending on when everyone can make it.

Otherwise, I'm happy with anywhere in a two mile radius (although I might have kiddies with me - my husband is already getting his bike ready for Helen!)