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10/23/2007 12:03:51 PM · #1276 |
Originally posted by xianart:
take care, deb, and be careful. if you have a chance, try a tim horton's coffee in the Canadian area - you'll be hooked for life. |
You must be clairvoyant. Except your name is not Clair. I was in Bagram (sp?) for less than 12 hours when I boarded a plane and headed for Kandahar (which I think may have another "h" in there somewhere but don't know for sure) and lo and behold, there is indeed a Tim Horton's here! I was delighted to see it, as I am indeed very familiar with the chain. There's one where my dad lives and when I visit we go every morning. Kandahar is a true NATO facility, now run by coalition and not the US. A LOT of Canadians - lots of French being spoken. And Russian, since many of the contractors here are from Kyrgystan (probably also spelled incorrectly, though I don't think it has an "h" anywhere.)
Anyway, in an Internet Cafe provided by MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) where we get 30 minutes per person. But it's free! :-) LOVELY weather in Afghanistan. And yes, it's still beige, but there are things growing here which is a nice change. And mountain ranges which one can see when the dust settles a bit. And Kelli, it only seems like I've been here forever. Three months to go of the six. |
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10/23/2007 12:19:44 PM · #1277 |
| Deb, I'm sure by now you know that I think of you often. Stay safe, keep snapping pics, and let us know how you are doing. Glad you're at the half way mark! |
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10/23/2007 01:08:23 PM · #1278 |
Originally posted by chaimelle:
Sorry to break in, and I know I haven't been around much latetly, but I am hoping that someone will help. I have a good friend who is very depressed. He is still meeting his obligations for work and attending classes for his doctorate, but is not sleeping or eating. Most things in his life are not going well, and I fear he is close to the edge. I have no idea how to help him, so if anyone has ever helped or been helped, please send some advice. PM's welcome (but I won't have access to my email for about 2 hours. |
Elaine, I sent you a pm. |
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10/23/2007 02:01:31 PM · #1279 |
Originally posted by chaimelle:
I have a good friend who is very depressed. |
Without knowing much, I have two phrases of advice: Campus counseling. Now.
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10/23/2007 09:31:52 PM · #1280 |
Hi guys, gotta tell you my news. A good friend of ours is the pastor of a local church. He gets a kick out of the fact that I occassionally stop by and snap pics of his church, it's a beauty ... night and day. So he's apparently had this vision of a drawing of the church for the bulletin, stationary, etc. We've been working on it and one of my photos has been put thru massive PP and is now their official "logo" so to speak.
It's not a piece of art, but it is exactly what he wanted.
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10/23/2007 10:13:20 PM · #1281 |
Originally posted by JerseyGenie:
Hi guys, gotta tell you my news. A good friend of ours is the pastor of a local church. He gets a kick out of the fact that I occassionally stop by and snap pics of his church, it's a beauty ... night and day. So he's apparently had this vision of a drawing of the church for the bulletin, stationary, etc. We've been working on it and one of my photos has been put thru massive PP and is now their official "logo" so to speak.
It's not a piece of art, but it is exactly what he wanted.
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That's really what this is all about for me. It's wonderful when what you do with passion and verve becomes known in the community where you live.
I'm not generating much income, but I'm going to leave behind some images that make people happy.
I can live with that.
You go, girl!
And even though you 'Shopped the daylights out of it, it's still all yours, heart and soul.......have a warm fuzzy and a smile every time you see it!
ETA: It definitely *IS* art!
Message edited by author 2007-10-23 22:14:30.
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10/23/2007 10:17:42 PM · #1282 |
| I think the iconic nature of a church steeple really lends itself to the intense PP. Good work. |
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10/23/2007 10:24:42 PM · #1283 |
Originally posted by Melethia:
Originally posted by xianart:
take care, deb, and be careful. if you have a chance, try a tim horton's coffee in the Canadian area - you'll be hooked for life. |
You must be clairvoyant. Except your name is not Clair. I was in Bagram (sp?) for less than 12 hours when I boarded a plane and headed for Kandahar (which I think may have another "h" in there somewhere but don't know for sure) and lo and behold, there is indeed a Tim Horton's here! I was delighted to see it, as I am indeed very familiar with the chain. There's one where my dad lives and when I visit we go every morning. Kandahar is a true NATO facility, now run by coalition and not the US. A LOT of Canadians - lots of French being spoken. And Russian, since many of the contractors here are from Kyrgystan (probably also spelled incorrectly, though I don't think it has an "h" anywhere.)
Anyway, in an Internet Cafe provided by MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) where we get 30 minutes per person. But it's free! :-) LOVELY weather in Afghanistan. And yes, it's still beige, but there are things growing here which is a nice change. And mountain ranges which one can see when the dust settles a bit. And Kelli, it only seems like I've been here forever. Three months to go of the six. |
if the word is related to Afghanistan , it should be kandhar.
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10/23/2007 11:34:54 PM · #1284 |
| my poor sexy lens... I think I just subjected it to a sub-5 shot in the Distance challenge... I hope she doesn't leave me... |
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10/24/2007 12:22:31 AM · #1285 |
We have a new thread for Challenge Results!. Congrats to  sherpet on her ribbon, and for being this weeks MVP. sherpet and quiet_observation did the best in their challenges. JerseyGenie and  Redneck got new top 5's! |
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10/24/2007 12:46:57 AM · #1286 |
Originally posted by JerseyGenie:
One of my photos has been put thru massive PP and is now their official "logo" so to speak. It's not a piece of art, but it is exactly what he wanted. |
Well, OF COURSE it's a piece of art. Congrats on using your processing skills and artistic eye to deliver just what he wanted. :)
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10/24/2007 02:44:49 AM · #1287 |
Hey folks... wondering if you could give me a little help please. I gave my niece a membership for her b-day a while back. She recently entered her first two challenges. I was hoping some of you could give her some constructive critique.
She is cwelchon here.
TIA
Ernie
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10/24/2007 02:52:52 AM · #1288 |
Thanks heaps for the regonisition for my first ribbon.....
I could not have done it without the support of many of you here at Team Suck.....
Message edited by author 2007-10-24 02:53:14.
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10/24/2007 02:54:23 AM · #1289 |
Color me stunned!
From the Ground Up IV
Votes: 10
Views: 13
Avg Vote: 7.5000
Comments: 0
Favorites: 0
I'm sure it won't last, but it's fun right now!
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10/24/2007 02:59:44 AM · #1290 |
Originally posted by sherpet:
Thanks heaps for the regonisition for my first ribbon.....
I could not have done it without the support of many of you here at Team Suck..... |
A 6.8, 82 comments, and 4 favs!
BIG time, dear lady!!! WOO HOO!!!
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10/24/2007 07:42:02 AM · #1291 |
I don't know if this will hold, but at least it's not a 4 lol!
From the Ground Up IV
Votes: 8
Views: 13
Avg Vote: 5.3750
Comments: 0
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10/24/2007 08:22:53 AM · #1292 |
Originally posted by NikonJeb:
We'll work out the details of pricing once we like what we have and decide on sizes, frames, and quantities. |
Originally posted by posthumous:
This is the only part of what you said that made me nervous. The order can depend on what people like, but the pricing should be pretty much set in stone, i.e., this size has such-and-such a price, volume discount for such-and-such a number of prints...otherwise, you have all kinds of potential for accusations of preferential treatment, misunderstandings, etc. |
That's probably a good idea, I just don't really know how to arrive at that number. My plan is to burn a disc with images for approval and go from there......I should be able to quote from that point, huh?
My other thought is that I should have some sort of idea what I want to go shoot if all I'm doing is burning a disc and they like what they see, but want to take the disc and have their friend/brother/neighbor who works at Staples/Wal-Mart/Ritz Camera to do the printing.
Originally posted by posthumous:
I also wonder if you should include frames at all unless you really enjoy that aspect. Otherwise, it's just another potential variable for them not to like. It's simpler to let them frame it themselves. |
Okay....I should elaborate on that.....I work with, and display/exhibit some of my work at a local gallery that does custom framing. There is very little continuity in pricing simply because everyone wants something different from a frame.
Originally posted by posthumous:
Keep in mind, this is coming from someone who has never sold a photograph in his life... |
That doesn't negate that this is good thinking that I should get around to doing so that I can answer questions when the time arises.
Thanx!
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10/24/2007 08:34:34 AM · #1293 |
This has been stated all over this website but here it is again - Quotes should be made before any photographs are taken.
Custom cut mats for a standard size frame are nice; frames are not necessary.
Find a lighting workshop. |
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10/24/2007 10:21:18 AM · #1294 |
Originally posted by quiet_observation:
This has been stated all over this website but here it is again - Quotes should be made before any photographs are taken.
Custom cut mats for a standard size frame are nice; frames are not necessary.
Find a lighting workshop. |
Yes, maam......8>)
I was really looking for whether or not you thought *I* had the potential.
It really almost sounds like you're telling me that if I do this by the book.....i.e., get the right lights, backdrop, and put the people where they belong, any monkey can do this.
So what if I *want* to do outside, natural setting work? Do I have to be within reach of an orange cord?
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10/24/2007 10:38:33 AM · #1295 |
I have now voted and commented on two images I *know* are Deb's! LOL!!!
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10/24/2007 11:42:12 AM · #1296 |
jeb, i shoot everything with natural light, indoors or out:
   
i can't seem to get my portraits from my site to show here, so if you go to my site, you'll see what i mean. i use no strobes, flashes, etc.
Message edited by author 2007-10-24 11:48:09.
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10/24/2007 12:02:17 PM · #1297 |
| Christian, I have never seen your site. I will have to bookmark it. You have some really great stuff in there. |
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10/24/2007 12:08:39 PM · #1298 |
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10/24/2007 12:24:11 PM · #1299 |
Originally posted by NikonJeb:
I have now voted and commented on two images I *know* are Deb's! LOL!!! |
Maybe not, Jeb... don't forget that  fetor (Cory) is downrange (and often gets "is this yours, Deb?" comments), and there are other users here in desert regions - Jordan, UAE, etc. So what you think is mine may well not be! :-)
(Edit to add I have no comments from you on my unspectacularly scoring shots that are currently in challenges.)
Message edited by author 2007-10-24 12:45:15. |
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10/24/2007 02:09:46 PM · #1300 |
Originally posted by xianart:
jeb, i shoot everything with natural light, indoors or out
i can't seem to get my portraits from my site to show here, so if you go to my site, you'll see what i mean. i use no strobes, flashes, etc. |
And quite lovely work it is. This is the kind of thing I'm looking to do. I seem to be able to make people relax and enjoy being in front of a camera as long as we're in a good spot.
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