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11/18/2007 05:42:48 PM · #1876 |
Originally posted by NikonJeb:
I believe things happen for a reason, and for whatever reason, my photography exposure on a publishing level seems to be only relating to works that I'm involved with where I can use my camera for good.
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Congrats Jeb, it is always nice to see a fellow TS'r getting some much deserved attention, and taking the TS "pay it forward" type attitude into the real world and making a difference. :)
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11/18/2007 06:04:37 PM · #1877 |
Oh, that was horrible....
That took me right back to '73-'74 when a friend of mine was going through the exact same thing. He made it to being a cop, but they gave him the 11-7 shift in this quiet little hamlet where nothing much happened. Just him and the car most nights, but all too many times I rode around with him so that he could just talk and try to exorcise his demons.
He was what was known as a LRRP (Pronounced lurp) and basically what he did was be a deniable assassin......he was sent into small villages in southeast Asia to kill leaders and disrupt the structure of the communities. If he ever got caught, he wasn't officially there. I used to listen to this poor guy just all but wail with the anguish at what he did, ostensibly for his country and all the right reasons, and my heart would just break for what our country did to this young man. And they weren't there to live with him and help him live with his conscience afterward. I lost track of him a few years later......I think he is probably okay, but I sure am glad I was able to be there for him, if just to listen. It's been thirty five years, and I still hurt for my friend. Too many of my friends came back damaged.....you'd think we'd learn from these damnable wars.
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11/18/2007 06:07:31 PM · #1878 |
Originally posted by basssman7:
Congrats Jeb, it is always nice to see a fellow TS'r getting some much deserved attention, and taking the TS "pay it forward" type attitude into the real world and making a difference. :) |
Thanks, dude!
I totally appreciate the reference on a couple of levels.....one, the CASA organiztion is really close to my heart, paying it forward is exactly what I am supposed to be doing there, and that is without question one of my top 5 movies of all time. Using that reference is a wonderful compliment.
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11/18/2007 07:18:22 PM · #1879 |
Originally posted by raish:
Originally posted by Melethia:
Oh, and sounds like it was a fun get together, Susan - looking forward to seeing your pictures.
Speaking of get togethers, I'm going to try to arrange one in Iraq. Anyone want to try to come? :-) |
On everybody's Christmas list... |
More on that plus the photo.
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11/18/2007 10:11:04 PM · #1880 |
My first pic with my new Canon xti. Still learning and trying to figure things out but I was able to take some pics over the weekend.
Comments would be greatly appreciated. |
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11/18/2007 10:26:35 PM · #1881 |
Yay,  ephln!!! Congrats on the new toy! And if you have questions, don't hesitate to ask here - everyone will help if they can. (Oh, and carry around that little book with you for awhile - I did. Comes in darn handy.)
Ernie, hopefully your country will continue to support Afghanistan. The Canadians (and the Polish) are very big contributors there - without them... just won't work.
(Political rant deleted... ) :-) |
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11/18/2007 10:47:22 PM · #1882 |
Originally posted by Melethia:
(Political rant deleted... ) :-) |
Dang, I missed the fun!
I just posted a megabomb in Stopped Motion! |
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11/19/2007 12:04:10 AM · #1883 |
| Duotone entries are up in our Challenge Results Thread. Congrats to Melethia for getting the top score, and top 5 results for cfarrell, cosprenks, and CWelch (who still needs a team). |
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11/19/2007 12:11:45 AM · #1884 |
This is hilarious! How to have a colossal screw-up and have it be a good thing......
I was shooting outside in the freezing cold, went into the church where I was for a concert, saw these backlit arches above the altar, and took a couple shots 'cause I liked the look.
Got home, dumped 'em into the computer, and discovered this weird effect and couldn't figure out what had happened.......'til I thought about it a little and realized........condensation on the sensor!!!!!
I don't recommend the technique.....but I'll live with the results!
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11/19/2007 12:31:11 AM · #1885 |
Hey now...I already suggested Courtney could join the Butterflies!
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11/19/2007 12:36:53 AM · #1886 |
Originally posted by posthumous:
Originally posted by Melethia:
(Political rant deleted... ) :-) |
Dang, I missed the fun!
I just posted a megabomb in Stopped Motion! |
I'll have to check that out...
My rant, as it were, was typed then deleted before I hit post. Had to do with "talking heads" on the TV yesterday. One of them commented "we're at a point where the losses are at an acceptable level". I suppose I realize that there's a "big picture" view, but to me, no losses are "acceptable" - on our side, their side, or any side. The losses are staggering and aren't limited to the dead.
That was my rant, depressing though it may be. On to more cheerful topics. Jeb, gotta agree that shooting with condensation on one's sensor is probably not recommended, but it did provide a very lovely and interesting result! |
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11/19/2007 03:11:07 AM · #1887 |
The good things in life (or at least photography)...
This morning I woke up to some delightful comments! First,  LevT (check out his shots of his tango instructors - reminds one of the beauty and joy in life) commented on my Duotone that he thought it was Goodman's work. How cool is that??
Second, I received this comment from sfalice:
Every once in a while, I dream about this image. Oh, how I wish it was mine. I'm gonna have to put it in my favorites, so I don't lose it.
Keep up the good work.
This is on a shot that scored a whopping 4.9 in a challenge. I think one of the highest compliments one can get is to have someone say "I wish it was mine".
By the way, check out sfalice's photo essay on the oil spill in the bay in San Francisco.
Third, three times in the past couple of weeks, people have noted in their photographer comments or in a PM to me that they thought of me and my style when they shot a certain picture.
I would not trade any of the above for a single ribbon here. Some things are far more precious. (Though I still aim to get myself a Postie at some point....)
I have to come back to Alice's comment, though - I fear that too often some of us probably don't take a shot because we know the technicals aren't going to be perfect - the background is too busy, the light is too harsh, yadda yadda... Nonsense. There's "DPC" then there's capturing what you see. It may not be an award winning photo, but it may be a good photo to someone just the same. Keep on clickin', people! |
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11/19/2007 06:51:41 AM · #1888 |
I've gotta agree with you, Deb. The comments that I have been getting lately, especially since I'm shooting more for my own gratification, and expression, are much more long lasting that whatever standing an entry ends up.
Relative to your Duo-Tones entry.....it's not just an awesome shot, but there *is* something of the way *you* see this young woman expressed in the image.
I noticed that in all your Afghani people shots.
Message edited by author 2007-11-19 06:54:09.
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11/19/2007 07:19:21 AM · #1889 |
I just noticed something cool about my Duo-Tones finish.....
I'm sandwiched by hotpasta above me and  Mr_Pants below......august company, methinks!
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11/19/2007 07:33:09 AM · #1890 |
Well, I'm off for a fun morning of testing! Stress tests, echocardiogram and something else which I can't remember. Wish me luck!
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11/19/2007 07:47:06 AM · #1891 |
| Good luck, Kelli! And tell 'em the stress of the test should be enough. Let us know how it goes! |
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11/19/2007 08:58:26 AM · #1892 |
As much as I like to tease Jeffrey, he was a lifesaver way back in February. I survived the first night (even had dinner with #1 son and his girlfriend). I'm awaiting the first day of class (as I type). I plan on driving back to the hotel and spending the rest of the night in the hotel (hopefully in one--not many--pieces!).
And just so you all know there is excitement this time too ... just got a text message that dad is in the hospital. Sounds like he's basically OK. I hope so anyhow. Fingers crossed.
Originally posted by levyj413:
Originally posted by Melethia:
Have fun, Jeanne! And whatever you do, don't go shooting with Jeffrey! It's dangerous! :-) |
Jeanne timed it well. We leave today for Atlanta for Thanksgiving. And hey! Catherine survived a full day with me. :P
Peter, that was a powerful story. Thanks for sharing it. |
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11/19/2007 09:01:50 AM · #1893 |
Give me an S
Give me a U
Give me a C
Give me a K
Ra, Ra, Ra, You're Team Suck,
Entering DPChallenge, not giving a darn
Goooooo Team Suckkkkkk |
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11/19/2007 09:58:41 AM · #1894 |
Stopped Motion IV
Votes: 36
Views: 63
Avg Vote: 3.7778
Comments: 1
Hello, Brown ribbon anyone ?
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11/19/2007 11:49:12 AM · #1895 |
Originally posted by Gordon:
Give me an S
Give me a U
Give me a C
Give me a K
Ra, Ra, Ra, You're Team Suck,
Entering DPChallenge, not giving a darn
Goooooo Team Suckkkkkk |
I like your pompoms, but your rhymes need some work...
Deb, if it's any consolation, I don't find the losses to be at an acceptable level. And I vote! :) |
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11/19/2007 01:57:05 PM · #1896 |
Ra Ra Ra, We're Team Suck,
we roll with the punches cause we never learned to duck... |
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11/19/2007 06:59:31 PM · #1897 |
Originally posted by Melethia:
Oh, and sounds like it was a fun get together, Susan - looking forward to seeing your pictures.
Speaking of get togethers, I'm going to try to arrange one in Iraq. Anyone want to try to come? :-) |
I'll try for it, Deb, anything better than shooting on a brisk Ottawa morning at the Experimental Farm...lots of dead flower shots but also tried for backlit leaves, glowing berries etc. Must get some PS'ing done so I can post em! Hd fun meeting/shooting with ralph and Shaman and a new dude who may be joining our TS ranks.
EDIT Kelli, how'd it go? Stress tests and all?
Message edited by author 2007-11-19 19:15:40. |
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11/19/2007 09:54:20 PM · #1898 |
Originally posted by Kelli:
Well, I'm off for a fun morning of testing! Stress tests, echocardiogram and something else which I can't remember. Wish me luck! |
How did the tests go Kelli ?
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11/20/2007 07:21:04 AM · #1899 |
| I won't get the test results back until the 30th. It was a weird experience though. It took 4 1/2 hours total. They blew out a vein on my right arm with their IV and had to put one on the left, so I have two bruised arms today. I do know that they think I'm a candidate for cardiac rehab (but I really don't know what that implies). So, I'll just try to stay stress free. |
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11/20/2007 08:22:57 AM · #1900 |
Originally posted by Kelli:
I won't get the test results back until the 30th. It was a weird experience though. It took 4 1/2 hours total. They blew out a vein on my right arm with their IV and had to put one on the left, so I have two bruised arms today. I do know that they think I'm a candidate for cardiac rehab (but I really don't know what that implies). So, I'll just try to stay stress free. |
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kelli that you receive some positive news! Hugs!
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