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05/29/2009 01:48:28 PM · #1826 |
| Jeanne, you may want to check out the 70-200 f/4 Canon "L" lens. A little less reach than your Sigma, but an affordable option (in my opinion). What do you see yourself shooting most? Or do you just want to be prepared for anything? Though more expensive (by almost twice, but not quite), I highly recommend the 24-105L lens. Very versatile and very nice glass. It's my all purpose lens and only leaves the camera when I stick on the 10-22. The 24 end will give you a decent range for landscape shots. The 105 end, though, obviously is much less than the reach you have with the Sigma, so that could be a factor. Eventually you'll want a new body, but I'd suggest for your trip that glass would be more important! |
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05/29/2009 01:48:56 PM · #1827 |
Originally posted by BAMartin:
I almost never ask for an opinion, but I have 3 possible FS entries. Is there anyone who would be willing to give me an opinion and then not vote on my entry? |
I'd be happy to! |
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05/29/2009 03:00:32 PM · #1828 |
Thanks Deb,
I want to be prepared for anything. I'm thinking that it will probably be a lot of landscape, perhaps some wildlife (if we get that lucky).
Originally posted by Melethia:
Jeanne, you may want to check out the 70-200 f/4 Canon "L" lens. A little less reach than your Sigma, but an affordable option (in my opinion). What do you see yourself shooting most? Or do you just want to be prepared for anything? Though more expensive (by almost twice, but not quite), I highly recommend the 24-105L lens. Very versatile and very nice glass. It's my all purpose lens and only leaves the camera when I stick on the 10-22. The 24 end will give you a decent range for landscape shots. The 105 end, though, obviously is much less than the reach you have with the Sigma, so that could be a factor. Eventually you'll want a new body, but I'd suggest for your trip that glass would be more important! |
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05/29/2009 03:26:30 PM · #1829 |
| Depending on whether you have a good middle range, you could look at getting the 70-200 and the 10-22, but bear in mind should you ever go full frame with the body, the 10-22 won't go on it. It is, however, an AWESOME lens for landscapes. I still say the middle one - 24-105 - would be a good choice, but won't do much for you in the wildlife department. |
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05/29/2009 03:27:33 PM · #1830 |
Originally posted by Melethia:
Depending on whether you have a good middle range, you could look at getting the 70-200 and the 10-22, but bear in mind should you ever go full frame with the body, the 10-22 won't go on it. It is, however, an AWESOME lens for landscapes. I still say the middle one - 24-105 - would be a good choice, but won't do much for you in the wildlife department. |
This is one reason I could never go to Canon's system. Lenses that won't work, period, on certain bodies? haha. No thanks. |
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05/29/2009 04:22:44 PM · #1831 |
Originally posted by Melethia:
Depending on whether you have a good middle range, you could look at getting the 70-200 and the 10-22, but bear in mind should you ever go full frame with the body, the 10-22 won't go on it. It is, however, an AWESOME lens for landscapes. I still say the middle one - 24-105 - would be a good choice, but won't do much for you in the wildlife department. |
Originally posted by K10DGuy:
This is one reason I could never go to Canon's system. Lenses that won't work, period, on certain bodies? haha. No thanks. |
Will it not work at all, or is it the crop sensor thing?
I know that part of the reason I have no interest in going full frame is losing the versatility of the crop sensor with the zoom effect.
'Course, I'm just a dumb hack, anyway......8>)
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05/29/2009 04:22:57 PM · #1832 |
Originally posted by BAMartin:
I almost never ask for an opinion, but I have 3 possible FS entries. Is there anyone who would be willing to give me an opinion and then not vote on my entry? |
If you still need someone to help you I would consider it an honor.
MAX! |
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05/29/2009 04:24:01 PM · #1833 |
Originally posted by BAMartin:
I almost never ask for an opinion, but I have 3 possible FS entries. Is there anyone who would be willing to give me an opinion and then not vote on my entry? |
I'd be happy to.....PM or find my e-mail on my profile page.
I won't be home 'til later, but I'll be up early and on line.
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05/29/2009 05:21:12 PM · #1834 |
Originally posted by raish:
Not entirely sure what 'Nazi' refers to. The national socialist party was a mixture of nationalism and socialism, i.e. they espoused the principle of the administration of national resources at state level and making sure the benefits stayed within their national borders rather than helping out neighbours. That's a line to which most nation states today walk pretty close. Of course, what they're mostly remembered for is the extreme bigotry of their nationalism which they would be only too happy to call racism, leading to abuse and slaughter of those not considered to qualify for membership of the nation.
If she's a racist bigot, cut and run, but:
if she's a psychopath, don't go up against her - get her to throw you out and call you names or something. Document.
Get some chocolate. |
In the States, a Nazi usually refers to a neo-Nazi, someone who glorifies Hitler and is particularly interested in White Supremacy and Anti-Semitism. Most of them are not particularly well-versed in modes of government. |
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05/29/2009 06:42:29 PM · #1835 |
Jeez, and to think that I was getting p.o.'d at the Belgian ex-bf, he was teaching his 12-yr-old son to start yelling 'Nazi! Nazi!' around anyone of German descent. Apparently that includes me, even though my parents are Brits and I only happened to be born in that country when my dad was posted over there.
Anyway  JDubsgirl, I would just politely but firmly say no to this person; simply (and politely, never be rude) cite a clash in personal and political beliefs that would interfere with your ability to do the job well. Then leave, don't look back, and chalk it up to experience.
You must stick to your principles. As has been noted already there is far too much potential negative fallout from even associating with this person, especially if they are vocal - and if they happily told you they are a Nazi, they will happily pass your name on as the photog who took pictures for them.
You don't want to solicit their business, do you?
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05/29/2009 08:53:15 PM · #1836 |
Originally posted by posthumous:
Originally posted by raish:
Not entirely sure what 'Nazi' refers to. The national socialist party was a mixture of nationalism and socialism, i.e. they espoused the principle of the administration of national resources at state level and making sure the benefits stayed within their national borders rather than helping out neighbours. That's a line to which most nation states today walk pretty close. Of course, what they're mostly remembered for is the extreme bigotry of their nationalism which they would be only too happy to call racism, leading to abuse and slaughter of those not considered to qualify for membership of the nation.
If she's a racist bigot, cut and run, but:
if she's a psychopath, don't go up against her - get her to throw you out and call you names or something. Document.
Get some chocolate. |
In the States, a Nazi usually refers to a neo-Nazi, someone who glorifies Hitler and is particularly interested in White Supremacy and Anti-Semitism. Most of them are not particularly well-versed in modes of government. |
oh i didnt know Nazi ment different things elsewhere. thanks for clarifying |
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05/29/2009 08:55:43 PM · #1837 |
Originally posted by snaffles:
Jeez, and to think that I was getting p.o.'d at the Belgian ex-bf, he was teaching his 12-yr-old son to start yelling 'Nazi! Nazi!' around anyone of German descent. Apparently that includes me, even though my parents are Brits and I only happened to be born in that country when my dad was posted over there.
Anyway JDubsgirl, I would just politely but firmly say no to this person; simply (and politely, never be rude) cite a clash in personal and political beliefs that would interfere with your ability to do the job well. Then leave, don't look back, and chalk it up to experience.
You must stick to your principles. As has been noted already there is far too much potential negative fallout from even associating with this person, especially if they are vocal - and if they happily told you they are a Nazi, they will happily pass your name on as the photog who took pictures for them.
You don't want to solicit their business, do you? |
ugh, i didnt even think about death by association. well, im techinically working for her and 6 others, so i dunno. im apperntly stuck with the contract for the next month, and after that im done. and she is very vocal about her Nazi-ism, if you type in her first name into yahoo, her pages come up as the third suggested listing(major creepy) |
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05/29/2009 09:50:57 PM · #1838 |
Originally posted by K10DGuy:
Originally posted by Melethia:
Depending on whether you have a good middle range, you could look at getting the 70-200 and the 10-22, but bear in mind should you ever go full frame with the body, the 10-22 won't go on it. It is, however, an AWESOME lens for landscapes. I still say the middle one - 24-105 - would be a good choice, but won't do much for you in the wildlife department. |
This is one reason I could never go to Canon's system. Lenses that won't work, period, on certain bodies? haha. No thanks. |
That's only for cheaper EF-S lenses; I still have a couple lenses from my film Canon, and all of my lenses I've purchased have worked with all the various models of Canon bodies I've owned. |
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05/29/2009 10:05:28 PM · #1839 |
Holy hell, major creepy indeed if she turns up within the first three hits on Google - which is a international site!!!!! If you are indeed stuck in this contract, just try to minimize contact with her. Esp any one-on-one time with her; try to always have someone else around if you can. Definitely do not list her on your resume or as a reference.
Nobody messes with my honourary dpc daughter and gets away with it!
Originally posted by JDubsgirl:
Originally posted by snaffles:
Jeez, and to think that I was getting p.o.'d at the Belgian ex-bf, he was teaching his 12-yr-old son to start yelling 'Nazi! Nazi!' around anyone of German descent. Apparently that includes me, even though my parents are Brits and I only happened to be born in that country when my dad was posted over there.
Anyway JDubsgirl, I would just politely but firmly say no to this person; simply (and politely, never be rude) cite a clash in personal and political beliefs that would interfere with your ability to do the job well. Then leave, don't look back, and chalk it up to experience.
You must stick to your principles. As has been noted already there is far too much potential negative fallout from even associating with this person, especially if they are vocal - and if they happily told you they are a Nazi, they will happily pass your name on as the photog who took pictures for them.
You don't want to solicit their business, do you? |
ugh, i didnt even think about death by association. well, im techinically working for her and 6 others, so i dunno. im apperntly stuck with the contract for the next month, and after that im done. and she is very vocal about her Nazi-ism, if you type in her first name into yahoo, her pages come up as the third suggested listing(major creepy) |
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05/29/2009 11:01:23 PM · #1840 |
Originally posted by snaffles:
Nobody messes with my honourary dpc daughter and gets away with it! |
Maybe you should offer to share your lunch of Gefilte fish and matzoh with her -- maybe she'll have an apoplectic fit or something and be out of your way ... ;-) |
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05/30/2009 07:12:15 AM · #1841 |
| If you feel guilty about working for her, you can always donate some of that money she is paying you to plant a tree in Israel. |
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05/30/2009 07:45:52 AM · #1842 |
One critical life-skill that you may as well learn now, and probably are already learning, is how to do what you love for people you don't care for. This teaches you tact and diplomacy, but also to watch out for your reputation. It may involve some tongue-biting, yes, but you have to decide for yourself what your limits and boundaries are.
My line of work is dangerous enough, seeing that I work with beasties that can kill you by accident. Yet more than one client has hired me and then tried to tell me how to do my job!
At that stage I have to decide: Can I get this client to come around, and how soon? Usually by the end of the first session the client can see I know what I'm doing. However, if they make it clear that they will interfere with my work, I simply tell them that they are wasting their money and my time and energy and that I cannot work for them.
This is where reputation comes in. If word gets around that so-and-so complained that I injured or somehow screwed up their horse (this kind of person would NEVER admit to being the one at fault, needless to say) - that could cost me. However, if that same person is known for being an idiot, because stupidity is rarely relegated to one part of their life, most people will know about it and realize the situation you were in.
So if Ms Neo-Nazi/White Supremacist/whatever does try to engage you in conversation about Nazism, or gives you literature about it or something...by all means take it (you can always burn it later). I'm sure you're smart enough to not get sucked in, but still, be very, very, careful. |
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05/30/2009 08:18:01 AM · #1843 |
Originally posted by snaffles:
One critical life-skill that you may as well learn now, and probably are already learning, is how to do what you love for people you don't care for. This teaches you tact and diplomacy, but also to watch out for your reputation. It may involve some tongue-biting, yes, but you have to decide for yourself what your limits and boundaries are.
My line of work is dangerous enough, seeing that I work with beasties that can kill you by accident. Yet more than one client has hired me and then tried to tell me how to do my job!
At that stage I have to decide: Can I get this client to come around, and how soon? Usually by the end of the first session the client can see I know what I'm doing. However, if they make it clear that they will interfere with my work, I simply tell them that they are wasting their money and my time and energy and that I cannot work for them.
This is where reputation comes in. If word gets around that so-and-so complained that I injured or somehow screwed up their horse (this kind of person would NEVER admit to being the one at fault, needless to say) - that could cost me. However, if that same person is known for being an idiot, because stupidity is rarely relegated to one part of their life, most people will know about it and realize the situation you were in.
So if Ms Neo-Nazi/White Supremacist/whatever does try to engage you in conversation about Nazism, or gives you literature about it or something...by all means take it (you can always burn it later). I'm sure you're smart enough to not get sucked in, but still, be very, very, careful. |
Susan snaffles would you like to negotiate for those incriminating photos I took of you and your beasties? You know how to reach me :)
Katherine JDubsgirl, listen to Susan she speaks the truth. You'll need a thick skin if you are to work for yourself not to mention a measure of self control and discipline.
Know when to say no and go with that feeling you get in your gut, it has saved me from many a problem with people. The public are an unpredictable creature and things can spin out of
control fast if your not on your toes. Keep a clear head and I would always have someone else (who shares you views) around when dealing with her. I have turned down many, many very
lucrative contracts because of how I feel about the person running the job or the owner themselves and sat back and watched the disaster unfold while on of my colleagues tried to
make things work, and failed. Some people are just impossible.
Lord, I can't believe I'm going to say this but would you think it amiss to take along one of your parents (if they are available) or another older relative to be with you on the shoots
when you go. Sorry for that but I know what it's like to be perceived as to young to be doing what I do. When I first started out in the trades I got that at every call I went to and now
at 42 I finally feel like I've been accepted. You could always play that card and with any luck it would minimize your interaction with this person and her views. It would also sway the
balance of power back in your direction a little because you won't be alone. Just a thought. I hope it all works out for you. Remember, sometimes it's best to cut and run, you have a long
and wonderful career ahead of you and to have something that could be viewed as possible support for views such as hers might be something that you would wish you had distanced yourself
from when you had the chance.
Either way I think your smart enough to make the right choice for you and live with that choice.
All the best to you and yours.
MAX!
Message edited by author 2009-05-30 08:19:52. |
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05/30/2009 10:11:22 AM · #1844 |
Susan snaffles would you like to negotiate for those incriminating photos I took of you and your beasties? You know how to reach me :)
See, he's already trying to blackmail me! There are no incrimating pix of me and my kitties! None! Ya hear me? NONE!!!!! |
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05/30/2009 10:38:37 AM · #1845 |
Originally posted by snaffles:
Susan snaffles would you like to negotiate for those incriminating photos I took of you and your beasties? You know how to reach me :)
See, he's already trying to blackmail me! There are no incrimating pix of me and my kitties! None! Ya hear me? NONE!!!!! |
We won't mention the photos of you riding bareback, now will we :) OOOPPPSSS
MAX! |
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05/30/2009 10:40:42 AM · #1846 |
Yes, that was some big hairy animal between my legs now, wasn't it? AND IT WAS A GIRL!!!!
Go ahead, post it, dare ya - double-dog dare ya!!!!
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05/31/2009 11:30:10 AM · #1847 |
Well here I sit, going crazy hitting the update button onâ€Â¦Ã¢€Â¦Ã¢€Â¦Ã¢€Â¦Ã¢€Â¦.. Ebay. Wondering if the expensive camera gear I spent so much on 1 ½ years ago, will go for what I hope it will (auction ends tonight). On the purchase of the house, the bank that owns it and I have reached a halfway agreement, surprisingly the price is agreed on, it’s the timeframe that seems to be the trouble. It will take 45 days for Bank of America and FHA to give me the loan, and Key Bank wants it off the books in 30 days, and for some reason they seem reluctant to bend on the 2 weeks.
Here is hoping all are well.. |
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05/31/2009 11:51:35 AM · #1848 |
ok i need a few peoples opinions please.
would you rather see a long-jumping photo focused on the athlete suspended in the air or...
the athlete in air with the pit and runway showing.
i cant figure out which is better, the more zoomed photo shows more facial expression, while the zoomed out version shows the height at which they are jumping. |
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05/31/2009 11:57:58 AM · #1849 |
| Process both and show the results. |
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05/31/2009 12:02:50 PM · #1850 |
| i knew id get that:) ok ill be back in a few hours to post |
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