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Olympus 7-14mm f/4.0 Zuiko Digital Zoom

11/28/2008 11:06:48 PM · #1

I think we need another Flowers challenge, dedicated to our beloved friend, Shez

sherpet, what do you guys think?

one2one

Olympus E-5

11/29/2008 12:02:54 AM · #2

No more outdoor flowers in Canada this time of year except your local botanical gardens.

But that means I would have to actually go to these gardens and that's good. :)

I second this suggestion.

NikonJeb

Nikon D850

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR

11/29/2008 09:41:54 AM · #3

I agree......but with the temps below freezing here, I'm gonna have to convince a local greenhouse or two it's for a good cause to let me take pictures.

For Shez.....I can do that!......8>)

We can always do a Christmas week side challenge for her if nothing comes up before then.

Starbanana

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 II

11/29/2008 09:59:55 AM · #4

Sounds like a great idea

sulamk

Canon EOS-60D

Sigma 70-200 /2.8 APO EX DG Macro HSM II

11/29/2008 10:01:02 AM · #5

Sounds a lovely idea.

pixelpig

Sony Alpha a55

Sony DT 1.8/50mm SAM

11/29/2008 10:01:52 AM · #6

I like it. I like the idea of a challenge for Shez & also the idea of a flower challenge in December. I'm fascinated by the forms of dead flowers & seed pods. The botanical garden here leaves plenty of these standing until spring. Not to mention those always-fascinating roadside attractions in the ditches & fence-lines. The landscape photographers could put a bit of flora in the FG. It would be fun for all.

11/29/2008 08:39:12 PM · #7

Originally posted by NikonJeb:

We can always do a Christmas week side challenge for her if nothing comes up before then.

That's is an excellent idea too ;)

I proposed the flowers challenge, but I forgot about winter time =( (this is what happen when you live in an Island ;)

LadyK

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

11/29/2008 08:56:04 PM · #8

oh i love the idea! of course we're all gonna be lame in comparison to our dear Shez

houstonian

Sony DSLR-A200

Sony DT 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 Aspherical ED Zoom Lens for Sony Alpha

11/29/2008 09:07:53 PM · #9

i like this idea. I'm in...

one2one

Olympus E-5

Olympus 7-14mm f/4.0 Zuiko Digital Zoom

11/29/2008 11:39:17 PM · #10

I did this a few months ago for Shez but never got to post it. I made this specifically with her style in mind, bright colours and tight cropping being two distinct techniques she often uses. I also used a square crop as she has done so with good results.

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Message edited by author 2008-11-29 23:41:55.

salmiakki

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Sony Sonnar T* 35mm F2.8 ZA

11/30/2008 12:49:38 AM · #11

Originally posted by Maggye:

I proposed the flowers challenge, but I forgot about winter time =( (this is what happen when you live in an Island ;)

I would love a flower challenge too, but definitely not until we get some daylight! (Dark here for 18 hrs a day right now and even when it is light, you typically need the lights on unless the sun happens to make one of it's very rare appearances)

LadyK

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

11/30/2008 01:11:24 AM · #12

i agree, even though right now would be a great time since Shez is feeling sicky. yeh, my local flower place charges me $3 a stem, so id be very broke if we chose to do it now lol

hope it happens at some point though

one2one

Olympus E-5

Olympus 7-14mm f/4.0 Zuiko Digital Zoom

11/30/2008 08:25:41 AM · #13

Originally posted by JDubsgirl:

You don't need to buy a whole bunch, just one will put a smile on her face. :)

snaffles

Nikon D7100

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

11/30/2008 08:35:23 AM · #14

If this challenge was definitely for Shez, ie 'Flowers for Shez' then yes, I would fork up some $$ for a few fwowers. If it were just for the sake of having a flower challenge, I'd probably pass.

pixelpig

Sony Alpha a55

Sony DT 1.8/50mm SAM

11/30/2008 09:53:57 AM · #15

I can do the square crop, but my talent is definitely not up to the Shez Standard.
It would be interesting to try to emulate her style, in tribute & admiration.

11/30/2008 08:04:46 PM · #16

Originally posted by Jac:

Jac this is so beautiful, I'm pretty sure, Shez would love it!