Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Paul in MKE]

Cotty -

Really enjoyed reading your review of the 20th Anniversary PUG.  Thanks 
for the kind words about "Pure Joy".


The subjects are our grandson and his father, so, like the image you 
submitted, there was a bit of personal emotion involved in its 
selection. BTW, the image was cropped down a bit from the top to get rid 
of extraneous blank sky, otherwise it's the entire frame. :-)


-p


On 4/3/2017 5:24 PM, Steve Cottrell wrote:

On 3/4/17, Brian Walters, discombobulated, unleashed:


Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
celebrate 20 years.
As usual you'll find the gallery here:

http://pug.komkon.org/

Just had a sit down and spent an hour going through the PUG with the Mrs.

Fantastic selection of images, some I recall seeing previously over the
years, others never seen before. Really enjoyable and sometimes quite
poignant viewing: the images submitted on behalf of those friends who
have left us, really was quite touching. Lovely idea.

I could just say that the whole gallery was great and you should all be
proud and leave it at that.but I simply can't.

There are some really standout images that I can't resist  mentioning,
and some others that merit a word or two, a couple that raised an
eyebrow, a few that made me gasp, the odd meh, several award winners and
one that inspired anger!

In fact I had to explain that the pics weren't just submitted because
the photographer thought his or her image was great, but because it was
an image that meant something within their time on the PDML. There is
history in these images, not just the obvious, but the history of the
photographer, their own journeys and experiences. For instance, I chose
my image not because it is a good image - it's really only so-so. But it
means a huge amount: it was taken with classic Pentax film equipment,
the subject is so dear to my heart, and it reminds me of happy days
watching my son grow up, warm summer days in the countryside,
discovering the PDML, and a zillion other things.

So really, they can't be 'rated' as perhaps in a normal PUG. That said,
These things are *always* subjective and me and the Mrs disagreed on
several pics - she would 'oh wow' herself silly while the same photo
rated a mere 'meh' from me. But this is my email so she can go fish.

My standouts:

A Pug for the PUG by Mike Wacht - because who doesn't like a really good
shot of a dawg.

Grandfather Mountain by Bill Owens - that classic view that makes my
heart skip a beat. RIP Bill.

Gospel by Bruno Macedo - Long exposure producing stunning result, just a
lovely image. Bruno, if you're lurking and reading this, be proud. I love it.

Old Window by Simon Williams - my wife loved this. Meh. Good pic tho.

Nephews by Derby Chang - Derbs, this is supreme. Fantastic image, love
everything about it. Sheer brilliance mate. Light a cigar.

Sunset at Grandfather Mountain by Ted Beilby - Ted I've never seen this
before! Touching moment with my lad, made me well up!

The River by Brian Walters - Mrs cooed and aaahed. It's misty water FFS,
get over it. Nicely done though.

A Winter Afternoon by Vladimir Koukal - Vlad old boy, break out the
vodka, I likes a bit a symmetry when I can gets it. Lovely stuff!

Claudia - My First Photo by Krzysztof - WOW. Striking and made me look a
long time. GREAT work mate, must be a photo-god what with one name like
Brassai, Ctein, Cotty (har!)

Leading Lady by Bruce Walker - yep seen it before, dreamy bokeh, great
shot, etc etc, was expecting some nice legs or something. See teacher.

My Girls by Paul Stenquist - not seen this one before, lovely playful
shot, against the window too but nailed it.

Mount Lagorce by Ken Waller - WOW OH WOW. Breathtaking.

Fog in Hawk Wood by Malcolm Smith - LOVE THIS MALC - that is sublime.
You should be doing serious landscape work. That's a winner mate.

Descent by Subash Jeyan - holy mackerel Subers - this is such an amazing
photograph, about the BEST pic in the gallery. Love it completely and
utterly. Find myself keep having to look at it again. That is fantastic.
Can't tell you enough. I'm giving up photography and going to see out my
days as a capybara.

Happy New Year by Matt Burt - the Mrs and I agreed on this one, stunning
colours and atmosphere. Hats off that you worked hard to get it.

Le Disque Bleu by Rick Womer - GREAT shot Rick - real strong atmosphere
what with the colours and the ghostly figures, real sense of place. Love it.

The Gathering by Jay Taylor - There's no great overriding reason why
this pic works so well. LOVE the space around the group huddled together
on the spot surrounded by all this space. Lovely vibrant colours and a
real fun pic. Super!

On the Brown Line, Chicago by Christine Aguilamonster - I've said this
before and I'll say it again. Robert Frank would have been proud to snap
that. OUTSTANDING. Top of the pile, just makes me want to go out and
take photos. Inspirational Christine. But you knew that!!! Go suck on a
bottle,

Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Stanley Halpin]

Scotland will secede and stay with Europe…Too soon to tell about availablility 
of Irish Whiskey.

> On Apr 3, 2017, at 5:37 PM, Paul Stenquist  wrote:
> 
> But scotch whiskey prices will probably decline. And hard liquor and is the 
> zero carb solution!
> 
> Paul via phone
> 
>> On Apr 3, 2017, at 5:03 PM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:
>> 
>> On 3/4/17, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed:
>> 
>>> So does this mean you're going to be in attendance this year?
>> 
>> Sadly not - I have to save my pennies for Brexit as once Europe gets cut
>> off from us, we won't be able to buy cheap wine anymore!!
>> 
>> -- 
>> 
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> Cotty


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Re: The Pentax LX Gallery

[P. J. Alling]

It's only a complete set if you get the two ghastly gold colored Vivitar 
anniversary lenses.


http://camera-wiki.org/wiki/Vivitar_Series_1_50th_Anniversary_Lens_Set


On 4/3/2017 11:56 AM, Gonz wrote:

You mean like this Ann? :

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-PENTAX-LX-GOLD-SET-SPECIAL-EDITION-ONLY-300-PIECES-MADE-/302259334173?hash=item46600f6c1d:g:iqsAAOSwWxNY0UMf


On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 11:54 AM, ann sanfedele  wrote:

Too bad we didnt unearth that sooner last month -- may have had some more
entries for the anniversary PUG!
I was pleased to have been part of that little gallery - my LX's ar probably
now covered in snakeskin as I sold them to Caesar a few years back  :_)

ann


On 4/2/2017 12:41 PM, Mark C wrote:

Thanks for posting that. I have absolutely no recollection of it at all
but enjoyed the gallery and write up. I last used my LX a year ago while on
a trip - need to give it a work out just to keep it functioning.

Mark


On 4/2/2017 1:12 AM, Brian Walters wrote:

...and now for a bit of nostalgia.

Fossicking through the various directories on Komkon's PUG server, I
(re)discovered the Pentax LX Gallery - an epic opus prepared many years
ago on the legendary LX.  It's not just a gallery of photos taken with
the LX but includes detailed technical information as well.  It was (I
think) mainly the work of Bill Robb & Rob Studdert.

Anyway I know many PDMLers used the LX - maybe some are still using
one occasionally - so I thought the LX Gallery should be made
accessible.  As near as I can work out, it was last updated in about
2002.

I've added a link to it between 2002 and 2003 on the PUG's 'Past
Galleries' page but here's the direct link:

https://pug.komkon.org/LX_Gallery/index.html

(note that some external links may be obsolete)

Enjoy!!


Cheers

Brian

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Western Sydney Australia
http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/






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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[ann sanfedele]

Christine - luck and your eye.. its one of my very favorite photos, in 
or out of PUG... or the book.


ann



On 4/3/2017 10:34 PM, Christine Aguila wrote:

The first review I read of yours was for our first PDML annual.  Such a joy to 
read!  Thanks for doing this great review for this wonderful PUG.  Like you, I 
really enjoyed reading everyone’s story that went along with the photo, and I, 
too, was struck by people’s connection to PDML and the image they chose.  PDML 
is such an important part of my online life even though I haven’t been that 
active lately.  I will be soon as I am about to clear some obligations off the 
to-do list.  Hopefully, life won’t intrude with new obligations.

Congratulations to everyone who participated.  Many of the names I’ve never 
seen before, which created intrigue for me.  I loved all the photos.  What a 
great way to celebrate a another milestone for PDML!

Thanks, Cotty for your kind words.  I got a little lucky that day.  xoxo

Cheers, Christine








On Apr 3, 2017, at 5:24 PM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:

On 3/4/17, Brian Walters, discombobulated, unleashed:


Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
celebrate 20 years.
As usual you'll find the gallery here:

http://pug.komkon.org/

Just had a sit down and spent an hour going through the PUG with the Mrs.

Fantastic selection of images, some I recall seeing previously over the
years, others never seen before. Really enjoyable and sometimes quite
poignant viewing: the images submitted on behalf of those friends who
have left us, really was quite touching. Lovely idea.

I could just say that the whole gallery was great and you should all be
proud and leave it at that.but I simply can't.

There are some really standout images that I can't resist  mentioning,
and some others that merit a word or two, a couple that raised an
eyebrow, a few that made me gasp, the odd meh, several award winners and
one that inspired anger!

In fact I had to explain that the pics weren't just submitted because
the photographer thought his or her image was great, but because it was
an image that meant something within their time on the PDML. There is
history in these images, not just the obvious, but the history of the
photographer, their own journeys and experiences. For instance, I chose
my image not because it is a good image - it's really only so-so. But it
means a huge amount: it was taken with classic Pentax film equipment,
the subject is so dear to my heart, and it reminds me of happy days
watching my son grow up, warm summer days in the countryside,
discovering the PDML, and a zillion other things.

So really, they can't be 'rated' as perhaps in a normal PUG. That said,
These things are *always* subjective and me and the Mrs disagreed on
several pics - she would 'oh wow' herself silly while the same photo
rated a mere 'meh' from me. But this is my email so she can go fish.

My standouts:

A Pug for the PUG by Mike Wacht - because who doesn't like a really good
shot of a dawg.

Grandfather Mountain by Bill Owens - that classic view that makes my
heart skip a beat. RIP Bill.

Gospel by Bruno Macedo - Long exposure producing stunning result, just a
lovely image. Bruno, if you're lurking and reading this, be proud. I love it.

Old Window by Simon Williams - my wife loved this. Meh. Good pic tho.

Nephews by Derby Chang - Derbs, this is supreme. Fantastic image, love
everything about it. Sheer brilliance mate. Light a cigar.

Sunset at Grandfather Mountain by Ted Beilby - Ted I've never seen this
before! Touching moment with my lad, made me well up!

The River by Brian Walters - Mrs cooed and aaahed. It's misty water FFS,
get over it. Nicely done though.

A Winter Afternoon by Vladimir Koukal - Vlad old boy, break out the
vodka, I likes a bit a symmetry when I can gets it. Lovely stuff!

Claudia - My First Photo by Krzysztof - WOW. Striking and made me look a
long time. GREAT work mate, must be a photo-god what with one name like
Brassai, Ctein, Cotty (har!)

Leading Lady by Bruce Walker - yep seen it before, dreamy bokeh, great
shot, etc etc, was expecting some nice legs or something. See teacher.

My Girls by Paul Stenquist - not seen this one before, lovely playful
shot, against the window too but nailed it.

Mount Lagorce by Ken Waller - WOW OH WOW. Breathtaking.

Fog in Hawk Wood by Malcolm Smith - LOVE THIS MALC - that is sublime.
You should be doing serious landscape work. That's a winner mate.

Descent by Subash Jeyan - holy mackerel Subers - this is such an amazing
photograph, about the BEST pic in the gallery. Love it completely and
utterly. Find myself keep having to look at it again. That is fantastic.
Can't tell you enough. I'm giving up photography and going to see out my
days as a capybara.

Happy New Year by Matt Burt - the Mrs and I agreed on this one, stunning
colours and atmosphere. Hats off that you worked hard to get it.

Le Disque Bleu by Rick Womer - GREAT 

Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Christine Aguila]

The first review I read of yours was for our first PDML annual.  Such a joy to 
read!  Thanks for doing this great review for this wonderful PUG.  Like you, I 
really enjoyed reading everyone’s story that went along with the photo, and I, 
too, was struck by people’s connection to PDML and the image they chose.  PDML 
is such an important part of my online life even though I haven’t been that 
active lately.  I will be soon as I am about to clear some obligations off the 
to-do list.  Hopefully, life won’t intrude with new obligations.

Congratulations to everyone who participated.  Many of the names I’ve never 
seen before, which created intrigue for me.  I loved all the photos.  What a 
great way to celebrate a another milestone for PDML!

Thanks, Cotty for your kind words.  I got a little lucky that day.  xoxo

Cheers, Christine







> On Apr 3, 2017, at 5:24 PM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:
> 
> On 3/4/17, Brian Walters, discombobulated, unleashed:
> 
>> Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
>> celebrate 20 years.
> 
>> As usual you'll find the gallery here:
>> 
>> http://pug.komkon.org/
> 
> Just had a sit down and spent an hour going through the PUG with the Mrs.
> 
> Fantastic selection of images, some I recall seeing previously over the
> years, others never seen before. Really enjoyable and sometimes quite
> poignant viewing: the images submitted on behalf of those friends who
> have left us, really was quite touching. Lovely idea.
> 
> I could just say that the whole gallery was great and you should all be
> proud and leave it at that.but I simply can't.
> 
> There are some really standout images that I can't resist  mentioning,
> and some others that merit a word or two, a couple that raised an
> eyebrow, a few that made me gasp, the odd meh, several award winners and
> one that inspired anger!
> 
> In fact I had to explain that the pics weren't just submitted because
> the photographer thought his or her image was great, but because it was
> an image that meant something within their time on the PDML. There is
> history in these images, not just the obvious, but the history of the
> photographer, their own journeys and experiences. For instance, I chose
> my image not because it is a good image - it's really only so-so. But it
> means a huge amount: it was taken with classic Pentax film equipment,
> the subject is so dear to my heart, and it reminds me of happy days
> watching my son grow up, warm summer days in the countryside,
> discovering the PDML, and a zillion other things.
> 
> So really, they can't be 'rated' as perhaps in a normal PUG. That said,
> These things are *always* subjective and me and the Mrs disagreed on
> several pics - she would 'oh wow' herself silly while the same photo
> rated a mere 'meh' from me. But this is my email so she can go fish.
> 
> My standouts:
> 
> A Pug for the PUG by Mike Wacht - because who doesn't like a really good
> shot of a dawg.
> 
> Grandfather Mountain by Bill Owens - that classic view that makes my
> heart skip a beat. RIP Bill.
> 
> Gospel by Bruno Macedo - Long exposure producing stunning result, just a
> lovely image. Bruno, if you're lurking and reading this, be proud. I love it.
> 
> Old Window by Simon Williams - my wife loved this. Meh. Good pic tho.
> 
> Nephews by Derby Chang - Derbs, this is supreme. Fantastic image, love
> everything about it. Sheer brilliance mate. Light a cigar.
> 
> Sunset at Grandfather Mountain by Ted Beilby - Ted I've never seen this
> before! Touching moment with my lad, made me well up!
> 
> The River by Brian Walters - Mrs cooed and aaahed. It's misty water FFS,
> get over it. Nicely done though.
> 
> A Winter Afternoon by Vladimir Koukal - Vlad old boy, break out the
> vodka, I likes a bit a symmetry when I can gets it. Lovely stuff!
> 
> Claudia - My First Photo by Krzysztof - WOW. Striking and made me look a
> long time. GREAT work mate, must be a photo-god what with one name like
> Brassai, Ctein, Cotty (har!)
> 
> Leading Lady by Bruce Walker - yep seen it before, dreamy bokeh, great
> shot, etc etc, was expecting some nice legs or something. See teacher.
> 
> My Girls by Paul Stenquist - not seen this one before, lovely playful
> shot, against the window too but nailed it.
> 
> Mount Lagorce by Ken Waller - WOW OH WOW. Breathtaking.
> 
> Fog in Hawk Wood by Malcolm Smith - LOVE THIS MALC - that is sublime.
> You should be doing serious landscape work. That's a winner mate.
> 
> Descent by Subash Jeyan - holy mackerel Subers - this is such an amazing
> photograph, about the BEST pic in the gallery. Love it completely and
> utterly. Find myself keep having to look at it again. That is fantastic.
> Can't tell you enough. I'm giving up photography and going to see out my
> days as a capybara.
> 
> Happy New Year by Matt Burt - the Mrs and I agreed on this one, stunning
> colours and atmosphere. Hats off that you worked hard to get it.
> 
> Le Disque 

Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Subash Jeyan]

thanks for the nice words Cotty. honoured to be mentioned. i remember
the  similar review of the very first pdml annual you did years back.
this is becoming another little pdml tradition that i enjoy. are you
sure you are in the right profession? :)

thanks again. 

~subash



On Mon, 3 Apr 2017 23:24:23 +0100
"Steve Cottrell"  wrote:

> On 3/4/17, Brian Walters, discombobulated, unleashed:
> 
> >Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
> >celebrate 20 years.  
> 
> >As usual you'll find the gallery here:
> >
> >http://pug.komkon.org/  
> 
> Just had a sit down and spent an hour going through the PUG with the
> Mrs.
> 
> Fantastic selection of images, some I recall seeing previously over
> the years, others never seen before. Really enjoyable and sometimes
> quite poignant viewing: the images submitted on behalf of those
> friends who have left us, really was quite touching. Lovely idea.
> 
> I could just say that the whole gallery was great and you should all
> be proud and leave it at that.but I simply can't.
> 
> There are some really standout images that I can't resist  mentioning,
> and some others that merit a word or two, a couple that raised an
> eyebrow, a few that made me gasp, the odd meh, several award winners
> and one that inspired anger!
> 
> In fact I had to explain that the pics weren't just submitted because
> the photographer thought his or her image was great, but because it
> was an image that meant something within their time on the PDML.
> There is history in these images, not just the obvious, but the
> history of the photographer, their own journeys and experiences. For
> instance, I chose my image not because it is a good image - it's
> really only so-so. But it means a huge amount: it was taken with
> classic Pentax film equipment, the subject is so dear to my heart,
> and it reminds me of happy days watching my son grow up, warm summer
> days in the countryside, discovering the PDML, and a zillion other
> things.
> 
> So really, they can't be 'rated' as perhaps in a normal PUG. That
> said, These things are *always* subjective and me and the Mrs
> disagreed on several pics - she would 'oh wow' herself silly while
> the same photo rated a mere 'meh' from me. But this is my email so
> she can go fish.
> 
> My standouts:
> 
> A Pug for the PUG by Mike Wacht - because who doesn't like a really
> good shot of a dawg.
> 
> Grandfather Mountain by Bill Owens - that classic view that makes my
> heart skip a beat. RIP Bill.
> 
> Gospel by Bruno Macedo - Long exposure producing stunning result,
> just a lovely image. Bruno, if you're lurking and reading this, be
> proud. I love it.
> 
> Old Window by Simon Williams - my wife loved this. Meh. Good pic tho.
> 
> Nephews by Derby Chang - Derbs, this is supreme. Fantastic image, love
> everything about it. Sheer brilliance mate. Light a cigar.
> 
> Sunset at Grandfather Mountain by Ted Beilby - Ted I've never seen
> this before! Touching moment with my lad, made me well up!
> 
> The River by Brian Walters - Mrs cooed and aaahed. It's misty water
> FFS, get over it. Nicely done though.
> 
> A Winter Afternoon by Vladimir Koukal - Vlad old boy, break out the
> vodka, I likes a bit a symmetry when I can gets it. Lovely stuff!
> 
> Claudia - My First Photo by Krzysztof - WOW. Striking and made me
> look a long time. GREAT work mate, must be a photo-god what with one
> name like Brassai, Ctein, Cotty (har!)
> 
> Leading Lady by Bruce Walker - yep seen it before, dreamy bokeh, great
> shot, etc etc, was expecting some nice legs or something. See teacher.
> 
> My Girls by Paul Stenquist - not seen this one before, lovely playful
> shot, against the window too but nailed it.
> 
> Mount Lagorce by Ken Waller - WOW OH WOW. Breathtaking.
> 
> Fog in Hawk Wood by Malcolm Smith - LOVE THIS MALC - that is sublime.
> You should be doing serious landscape work. That's a winner mate.
> 
> Descent by Subash Jeyan - holy mackerel Subers - this is such an
> amazing photograph, about the BEST pic in the gallery. Love it
> completely and utterly. Find myself keep having to look at it again.
> That is fantastic. Can't tell you enough. I'm giving up photography
> and going to see out my days as a capybara.
> 
> Happy New Year by Matt Burt - the Mrs and I agreed on this one,
> stunning colours and atmosphere. Hats off that you worked hard to get
> it.
> 
> Le Disque Bleu by Rick Womer - GREAT shot Rick - real strong
> atmosphere what with the colours and the ghostly figures, real sense
> of place. Love it.
> 
> The Gathering by Jay Taylor - There's no great overriding reason why
> this pic works so well. LOVE the space around the group huddled
> together on the spot surrounded by all this space. Lovely vibrant
> colours and a real fun pic. Super!
> 
> On the Brown Line, Chicago by Christine Aguilamonster - I've said this
> before and I'll say it again. Robert Frank would have been proud to
> snap that. 

FS: two Pentax lenses

[Godfrey DiGiorgi]

One final post to PDML, following on from Friday:

The following lenses are available for sale in excellent condition, exclusive 
to PDML. Tomorrow evening they will become available on Ebay. 

Pentax FA43mm f/1.9 Limited lens in pewter finish, with hood and caps - $420
Pentax DA21mm f/3.2 Limited lens in black finish, with hood, caps, and box - 
$250

Photos … 

43mm: 
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2893/33825351065_04cd6f6d25_b.jpg
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2848/33669136182_d3e63e46e4_b.jpg

21mm: 
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2826/33825350015_97d38a1bc5_b.jpg
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2892/33669134972_814383e592_b.jpg

USPS Priority Mail shipping in the continental USA included for PDML buyers. 
Outside the USA, ask for a quote. 

If you're interested, please let me know. 

enjoy,
G
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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Brian Walters]

Fantastic review Cotts.

Please thank the Mrs for the cooing and aaahing - even if it was misty
water FFS  :-)


Cheers

Brian

++
Brian Walters
Western Sydney Australia
http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/




On Tue, Apr 4, 2017, at 08:24 AM, Steve Cottrell wrote:
> On 3/4/17, Brian Walters, discombobulated, unleashed:
> 
> >Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
> >celebrate 20 years.
> 
> >As usual you'll find the gallery here:
> >
> >http://pug.komkon.org/
> 
> Just had a sit down and spent an hour going through the PUG with the Mrs.
> 
> Fantastic selection of images, some I recall seeing previously over the
> years, others never seen before. Really enjoyable and sometimes quite
> poignant viewing: the images submitted on behalf of those friends who
> have left us, really was quite touching. Lovely idea.
> 
> I could just say that the whole gallery was great and you should all be
> proud and leave it at that.but I simply can't.
> 
> There are some really standout images that I can't resist  mentioning,
> and some others that merit a word or two, a couple that raised an
> eyebrow, a few that made me gasp, the odd meh, several award winners and
> one that inspired anger!
> 
> In fact I had to explain that the pics weren't just submitted because
> the photographer thought his or her image was great, but because it was
> an image that meant something within their time on the PDML. There is
> history in these images, not just the obvious, but the history of the
> photographer, their own journeys and experiences. For instance, I chose
> my image not because it is a good image - it's really only so-so. But it
> means a huge amount: it was taken with classic Pentax film equipment,
> the subject is so dear to my heart, and it reminds me of happy days
> watching my son grow up, warm summer days in the countryside,
> discovering the PDML, and a zillion other things.
> 
> So really, they can't be 'rated' as perhaps in a normal PUG. That said,
> These things are *always* subjective and me and the Mrs disagreed on
> several pics - she would 'oh wow' herself silly while the same photo
> rated a mere 'meh' from me. But this is my email so she can go fish.
> 
> My standouts:
> 
> A Pug for the PUG by Mike Wacht - because who doesn't like a really good
> shot of a dawg.
> 
> Grandfather Mountain by Bill Owens - that classic view that makes my
> heart skip a beat. RIP Bill.
> 
> Gospel by Bruno Macedo - Long exposure producing stunning result, just a
> lovely image. Bruno, if you're lurking and reading this, be proud. I love
> it.
> 
> Old Window by Simon Williams - my wife loved this. Meh. Good pic tho.
> 
> Nephews by Derby Chang - Derbs, this is supreme. Fantastic image, love
> everything about it. Sheer brilliance mate. Light a cigar.
> 
> Sunset at Grandfather Mountain by Ted Beilby - Ted I've never seen this
> before! Touching moment with my lad, made me well up!
> 
> The River by Brian Walters - Mrs cooed and aaahed. It's misty water FFS,
> get over it. Nicely done though.
> 
> A Winter Afternoon by Vladimir Koukal - Vlad old boy, break out the
> vodka, I likes a bit a symmetry when I can gets it. Lovely stuff!
> 
> Claudia - My First Photo by Krzysztof - WOW. Striking and made me look a
> long time. GREAT work mate, must be a photo-god what with one name like
> Brassai, Ctein, Cotty (har!)
> 
> Leading Lady by Bruce Walker - yep seen it before, dreamy bokeh, great
> shot, etc etc, was expecting some nice legs or something. See teacher.
> 
> My Girls by Paul Stenquist - not seen this one before, lovely playful
> shot, against the window too but nailed it.
> 
> Mount Lagorce by Ken Waller - WOW OH WOW. Breathtaking.
> 
> Fog in Hawk Wood by Malcolm Smith - LOVE THIS MALC - that is sublime.
> You should be doing serious landscape work. That's a winner mate.
> 
> Descent by Subash Jeyan - holy mackerel Subers - this is such an amazing
> photograph, about the BEST pic in the gallery. Love it completely and
> utterly. Find myself keep having to look at it again. That is fantastic.
> Can't tell you enough. I'm giving up photography and going to see out my
> days as a capybara.
> 
> Happy New Year by Matt Burt - the Mrs and I agreed on this one, stunning
> colours and atmosphere. Hats off that you worked hard to get it.
> 
> Le Disque Bleu by Rick Womer - GREAT shot Rick - real strong atmosphere
> what with the colours and the ghostly figures, real sense of place. Love
> it.
> 
> The Gathering by Jay Taylor - There's no great overriding reason why
> this pic works so well. LOVE the space around the group huddled together
> on the spot surrounded by all this space. Lovely vibrant colours and a
> real fun pic. Super!
> 
> On the Brown Line, Chicago by Christine Aguilamonster - I've said this
> before and I'll say it again. Robert Frank would have been proud to snap
> that. OUTSTANDING. Top of the pile, just makes me want to go out and
> take photos. 

Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Bob W-PDML]

> On 3 Apr 2017, at 22:38, Paul Stenquist  wrote:
> 
> But scotch whiskey prices will probably decline. And hard liquor and is the 
> zero carb solution!
> 
> Paul via phone
> 
>> On Apr 3, 2017, at 5:03 PM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:
>> 
>> On 3/4/17, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed:
>> 
>>> So does this mean you're going to be in attendance this year?
>> 
>> Sadly not - I have to save my pennies for Brexit as once Europe gets cut
>> off from us, we won't be able to buy cheap wine anymore!!
>> 

Don't worry about that, we'll be at war with Spain pretty soon. Once we've 
given them yet another sound thrashing the streets of Oxford will be awash with 
medium Amontillado looted from Jerez by our brave boys.



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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Steve Cottrell]

On 3/4/17, Brian Walters, discombobulated, unleashed:

>Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
>celebrate 20 years.

>As usual you'll find the gallery here:
>
>http://pug.komkon.org/

Just had a sit down and spent an hour going through the PUG with the Mrs.

Fantastic selection of images, some I recall seeing previously over the
years, others never seen before. Really enjoyable and sometimes quite
poignant viewing: the images submitted on behalf of those friends who
have left us, really was quite touching. Lovely idea.

I could just say that the whole gallery was great and you should all be
proud and leave it at that.but I simply can't.

There are some really standout images that I can't resist  mentioning,
and some others that merit a word or two, a couple that raised an
eyebrow, a few that made me gasp, the odd meh, several award winners and
one that inspired anger!

In fact I had to explain that the pics weren't just submitted because
the photographer thought his or her image was great, but because it was
an image that meant something within their time on the PDML. There is
history in these images, not just the obvious, but the history of the
photographer, their own journeys and experiences. For instance, I chose
my image not because it is a good image - it's really only so-so. But it
means a huge amount: it was taken with classic Pentax film equipment,
the subject is so dear to my heart, and it reminds me of happy days
watching my son grow up, warm summer days in the countryside,
discovering the PDML, and a zillion other things.

So really, they can't be 'rated' as perhaps in a normal PUG. That said,
These things are *always* subjective and me and the Mrs disagreed on
several pics - she would 'oh wow' herself silly while the same photo
rated a mere 'meh' from me. But this is my email so she can go fish.

My standouts:

A Pug for the PUG by Mike Wacht - because who doesn't like a really good
shot of a dawg.

Grandfather Mountain by Bill Owens - that classic view that makes my
heart skip a beat. RIP Bill.

Gospel by Bruno Macedo - Long exposure producing stunning result, just a
lovely image. Bruno, if you're lurking and reading this, be proud. I love it.

Old Window by Simon Williams - my wife loved this. Meh. Good pic tho.

Nephews by Derby Chang - Derbs, this is supreme. Fantastic image, love
everything about it. Sheer brilliance mate. Light a cigar.

Sunset at Grandfather Mountain by Ted Beilby - Ted I've never seen this
before! Touching moment with my lad, made me well up!

The River by Brian Walters - Mrs cooed and aaahed. It's misty water FFS,
get over it. Nicely done though.

A Winter Afternoon by Vladimir Koukal - Vlad old boy, break out the
vodka, I likes a bit a symmetry when I can gets it. Lovely stuff!

Claudia - My First Photo by Krzysztof - WOW. Striking and made me look a
long time. GREAT work mate, must be a photo-god what with one name like
Brassai, Ctein, Cotty (har!)

Leading Lady by Bruce Walker - yep seen it before, dreamy bokeh, great
shot, etc etc, was expecting some nice legs or something. See teacher.

My Girls by Paul Stenquist - not seen this one before, lovely playful
shot, against the window too but nailed it.

Mount Lagorce by Ken Waller - WOW OH WOW. Breathtaking.

Fog in Hawk Wood by Malcolm Smith - LOVE THIS MALC - that is sublime.
You should be doing serious landscape work. That's a winner mate.

Descent by Subash Jeyan - holy mackerel Subers - this is such an amazing
photograph, about the BEST pic in the gallery. Love it completely and
utterly. Find myself keep having to look at it again. That is fantastic.
Can't tell you enough. I'm giving up photography and going to see out my
days as a capybara.

Happy New Year by Matt Burt - the Mrs and I agreed on this one, stunning
colours and atmosphere. Hats off that you worked hard to get it.

Le Disque Bleu by Rick Womer - GREAT shot Rick - real strong atmosphere
what with the colours and the ghostly figures, real sense of place. Love it.

The Gathering by Jay Taylor - There's no great overriding reason why
this pic works so well. LOVE the space around the group huddled together
on the spot surrounded by all this space. Lovely vibrant colours and a
real fun pic. Super!

On the Brown Line, Chicago by Christine Aguilamonster - I've said this
before and I'll say it again. Robert Frank would have been proud to snap
that. OUTSTANDING. Top of the pile, just makes me want to go out and
take photos. Inspirational Christine. But you knew that!!! Go suck on a
bottle,

Ellie Pano by Alan Cole - my Mrs was like 'yeah yeah move on' but I'm
like 'that's really great composition', really like it

Acoma Pueblo, New Mexico by Joseph Tainter - Again, outstanding work,
teasing with the crop, but absolutely superb.

Meuse Valley After the Snow by Yves Caudano - Whoa mate! Made me dizzy.
Astonishing hues. Zoning me out man. Remarkable!

Anna in the Cabin, Fontana Dam, NC by Doug Brewer - what can I say?

Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Paul Stenquist]

But scotch whiskey prices will probably decline. And hard liquor and is the 
zero carb solution!

Paul via phone

> On Apr 3, 2017, at 5:03 PM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:
> 
> On 3/4/17, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed:
> 
>> So does this mean you're going to be in attendance this year?
> 
> Sadly not - I have to save my pennies for Brexit as once Europe gets cut
> off from us, we won't be able to buy cheap wine anymore!!
> 
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Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Steve Cottrell]

On 3/4/17, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed:

>So does this mean you're going to be in attendance this year?

Sadly not - I have to save my pennies for Brexit as once Europe gets cut
off from us, we won't be able to buy cheap wine anymore!!

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Re: Mystery Hawk(?)

[Jack Davis]

HA! :-))

J

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 3, 2017, at 12:55 PM, Gonz  wrote:
> 
> Looks like you missed focus, the foreground looks sharper...
> 
> 
>> On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 7:47 AM, Jack Davis  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> Yesterday at Colusa Preserve. My guess is 350+ yards distant. Tearing away 
>> at it's lunch.
>> Pulled up some from a 150-450 shot.
>> My field guide has failed me again, so if anyone has even a guess, I'd 
>> appreciate your
>> comments.
>> 
>> Thanks!
>> 
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>> 
>> http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=1196
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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

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It's acted fine with my eactivist aol account  before. It is what I used 
for years with PDML.

It may have something to  do with the fact I haven't used that email 
account, period, for years. Maybe AOL  isn't used to it anymore. ;-) Anyway, I 
would tend to blame AOL first, before I  look for other problems.

Marnie (aka Doe) :-)

In a message dated  4/3/2017 1:36:14 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, 
sesso...@earthlink.net  writes:
On 4/3/2017 11:44 AM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote:
> My mail does  not seem to be showing up on the  list, despite my initial
> test,  but after my flip comment to Ann I decided  to add this.
>

It  may be something like what I get when I post from my Yahoo account.
For some  reason, Yahoo doesn't send it back so that I can see if it made
it through to  the list, soI don't see the post coming back from the  
server.

Fortunately, I have this other account that does receive those  posts.

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Re: Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Weekend

[Gonz]

John, I don't know why, but all your mail shows up in my gmail spam folder.


On Mon, Apr 3, 2017 at 2:45 PM, John Sessoms  wrote:
> Registration is open.
>
> https://grandfather.com/nature-photography-weekend-online-registration/
>
> I'm in. Hope to see some of you there.
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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

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On 4/3/2017 11:44 AM, eactiv...@aol.com wrote:

My mail does not seem to be showing up on the  list, despite my initial
test, but after my flip comment to Ann I decided  to add this.



It may be something like what I get when I post from my Yahoo account.
For some reason, Yahoo doesn't send it back so that I can see if it made
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Re: April PUG theme 20th anniversary

[John]

"Good" and "good enough" are not quite the same thing.

On 3/31/2017 3:27 PM, Stanley Halpin wrote:

Wait wait! You mean we were supposed to select something good? I
would still be looking through files if I had known that...

stan


On Mar 31, 2017, at 2:04 PM, John Sessoms  wrote:

Ok, I'm in. Had a hard time finding something I thought was good enough to 
submit.

On 3/30/2017 10:30 PM, Christine Aguila wrote:

Just submitted my PUG entry!  Just FYI, Brian!  Thanks for all your work on the 
PUG!  Cheers, Christine






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Re: Mystery Hawk(?)

[Gonz]

Looks like you missed focus, the foreground looks sharper...


On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 7:47 AM, Jack Davis  wrote:
>
>
> Yesterday at Colusa Preserve. My guess is 350+ yards distant. Tearing away at 
> it's lunch.
> Pulled up some from a 150-450 shot.
> My field guide has failed me again, so if anyone has even a guess, I'd 
> appreciate your
> comments.
>
> Thanks!
>
> J
>
> http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=1196
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Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Weekend

[John Sessoms]

Registration is open.

https://grandfather.com/nature-photography-weekend-online-registration/

I'm in. Hope to see some of you there.

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Re: sad news from GFM

[John Sessoms]

Sad to hear

On 4/2/2017 1:12 PM, David J Brooks wrote:

http://wataugaonline.com/notable-passing-jim-morton-grandfather-mountain-heir-passes/

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Re: PESO: Watching Sunset

[John Sessoms]

People might work better with a little fill flash. But fill flash is
difficult - at least for me.

On 4/1/2017 9:54 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:

This is a slightly different version of my recent Pacific Sunset PESO.
This one has some people in the foreground, but otherwise records the same
scene.  I am not sure if I like this better or not.  Usually, I avoid
people, in life as well as in photography.  Thats because I am an old
curmudgeon.

https://dan-matyola.squarespace.com/danmatyolas-pesos/2017/4/1/watching-sunset
-5 IIs, DA 18-135 zoom
Comments and criticisms are always appreciated.

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Re: PESO August Sun at Henfling's

[Larry Colen]

Ken Waller wrote:


Kenneth Waller
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- Original Message - From: "Larry Colen" 
Subject: PESO August Sun at Henfling's



Life in a small town. The dishwasher at the local diner is the drummer
in a band that played at a local dive bar last night. Granted, in the
San Lorenzo Valley, "local bar", "dive bar", and "local dive bar" are
pretty much synonymous.

I think this shot of the lead guitarist turned out pretty well:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ellarsee/33763057076/



Cutting off the singer's hand is distracting to me, especially with the
blank space on thew right side of the frame.


Good point.  I was focusing on the lead singer, I'll have to keep on eye 
on that in the future. Unfortunately, I don't think that there is a 
focus point close enough to the corner that I could have focused on 
Christian and had him close enough to the corner to not cut off 
Alexandra's hand.  I've run into that problem a lot.






If anyone wants to see the whole set of 22, here it is on flickriver:
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Re: PESO August Sun at Henfling's

[Ken Waller]

Kenneth Waller
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- Original Message - 
From: "Larry Colen" 

Subject: PESO August Sun at Henfling's


Life in a small town.  The dishwasher at the local diner is the drummer in 
a band that played at a local dive bar last night. Granted, in the San 
Lorenzo Valley, "local bar", "dive bar", and "local dive bar" are pretty 
much synonymous.


I think this shot of the lead guitarist turned out pretty well:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ellarsee/33763057076/



Cutting off the singer's hand is distracting to me, especially with the 
blank space on thew right side of the frame.



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Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Mark Roberts]

Bob Sullivan wrote:

>On Mon, Apr 3, 2017 at 11:46 AM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:
>
>> On 3/4/17, Mark Roberts, discombobulated, unleashed:
>>
>> >You can sign up for the Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography
>> >Weekend now. It's June 2-4 this year. Doug and I will of course be
>> >there judging the photo contest. It'd be nice to see more PDML
>> >presence this year.
>> >https://grandfather.com/events/nature-photography-weekend-2017/
>>
>> What, The Donald hasn't signed an executive order banning it ??
>>
>The Donald has called for EXTREEM vetting for anyone who plans to attend
>from outside the USA.
>So does this mean you're going to be in attendance this year?

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Re: What Boris's been up to or Peso x10

[Bob Sullivan]

Boris,
You need color!!!
Regards,  Bob S.

On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 12:59 PM, Boris Liberman  wrote:

> Hi!
>
> I made a resolution for this year (2017) - to post PESOs exclusively
> in b This is ain't easy as this spring is extremely beautiful over
> here. Yet, I keep trying to not break my resolve :-).
>
> Offering you 10 PESOs from two most recent months:
>
> http://pentax-ways.blogspot.co.il/search?updated-min=2017-
> 01-01T00:00:00%2B02:00=2018-01-01T00:00:
> 00%2B02:00=10
>
> Just scroll as this page should show you all 10 images. Each is
> clickable for full size.
>
> Your opinion as always welcome!
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Re: The Pentax LX Gallery

[ann sanfedele]

LOL!  no, not exactly , Gonz

ann

On 4/3/2017 11:56 AM, Gonz wrote:

You mean like this Ann? :

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-PENTAX-LX-GOLD-SET-SPECIAL-EDITION-ONLY-300-PIECES-MADE-/302259334173?hash=item46600f6c1d:g:iqsAAOSwWxNY0UMf


On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 11:54 AM, ann sanfedele  wrote:

Too bad we didnt unearth that sooner last month -- may have had some more
entries for the anniversary PUG!
I was pleased to have been part of that little gallery - my LX's ar probably
now covered in snakeskin as I sold them to Caesar a few years back  :_)

ann


On 4/2/2017 12:41 PM, Mark C wrote:

Thanks for posting that. I have absolutely no recollection of it at all
but enjoyed the gallery and write up. I last used my LX a year ago while on
a trip - need to give it a work out just to keep it functioning.

Mark


On 4/2/2017 1:12 AM, Brian Walters wrote:

...and now for a bit of nostalgia.

Fossicking through the various directories on Komkon's PUG server, I
(re)discovered the Pentax LX Gallery - an epic opus prepared many years
ago on the legendary LX.  It's not just a gallery of photos taken with
the LX but includes detailed technical information as well.  It was (I
think) mainly the work of Bill Robb & Rob Studdert.

Anyway I know many PDMLers used the LX - maybe some are still using
one occasionally - so I thought the LX Gallery should be made
accessible.  As near as I can work out, it was last updated in about
2002.

I've added a link to it between 2002 and 2003 on the PUG's 'Past
Galleries' page but here's the direct link:

https://pug.komkon.org/LX_Gallery/index.html

(note that some external links may be obsolete)

Enjoy!!


Cheers

Brian

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Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Bob Sullivan]

The Donald has called for EXTREEM vetting for anyone who plans to attend
from outside the USA.
So does this mean you're going to be in attendance this year?
Regards,  Bob S.

On Mon, Apr 3, 2017 at 11:46 AM, Steve Cottrell  wrote:

> On 3/4/17, Mark Roberts, discombobulated, unleashed:
>
> >You can sign up for the Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography
> >Weekend now. It's June 2-4 this year. Doug and I will of course be
> >there judging the photo contest. It'd be nice to see more PDML
> >presence this year.
> >https://grandfather.com/events/nature-photography-weekend-2017/
>
> What, The Donald hasn't signed an executive order banning it ??
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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[John Sessoms]

Very nice, but there were two that stood out for me:
Ted Beilby's Grandfather Mountain Sunset
Krzysztof's Claudia - such beautiful eyes


On 4/2/2017 8:13 PM, Brian Walters wrote:

G'day all,

Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
celebrate 20 years.

It was great to hear from a number of past members - maybe some of you
will stick around for a while. :-)

The submissions are wide ranging in scope so no point in trying to pick
favourites.

As usual you'll find the gallery here:

http://pug.komkon.org/

(you may need to refresh your browser if you see the previous gallery
there).

Note: The automated submission process usually works well but it's not
infallible.  So, if you made a submission and you don't see it in the
gallery, let me know.

+

So, onwards for the next 20 years...

Next up for May: 'Leading Lines'.

Full Submissions Guidelines here:

http://pug.komkon.org/general/autosubmit.html

You can submit here:

http://pug.komkon.org/submit/


Cheers

Brian

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Re: GFM 2017 registration is open

[Steve Cottrell]

On 3/4/17, Mark Roberts, discombobulated, unleashed:

>You can sign up for the Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography
>Weekend now. It's June 2-4 this year. Doug and I will of course be
>there judging the photo contest. It'd be nice to see more PDML
>presence this year.
>https://grandfather.com/events/nature-photography-weekend-2017/

What, The Donald hasn't signed an executive order banning it ??

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Re: SF Camera Store Closing

[John Sessoms]

It's a shame to see one of them closing, but I'm fortunate we have two
independent camera stores here in Raleigh; one of which is an actual
Pentax Dealer.

On 4/2/2017 10:53 AM, Bipin Gupta wrote:

Hi Larry & SF Bay Area Folks + Others, it is sad when Mom & Pop Stores
close, as some of them become so embedded in a city's cultural life.

Kaufmann Cameras was another one of those  iconic stores in San Mateo,
the Bay Area, California. I believe they moved some where near South
San Francisco an sincerely hope they are doing well.

The owners, elderly folks were gentle people with encyclopedic
knowledge of all things photographic. And their used gear were
certainly cheaper than that of KEH. I can confirm this as I bought
some three Lenses & two TCs from them + lots of little accessories
like Bags, Ball Head, Filters, Lens Caps etc.

Here is a photo of the Store in San Mateo:-

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/v51wqwxpoa8sir9/AAB6sdegttGFEnicuP4T74nna?dl=0

Regards.
Bipin

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Re: The Pentax LX Gallery

[Gonz]

You mean like this Ann? :

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-PENTAX-LX-GOLD-SET-SPECIAL-EDITION-ONLY-300-PIECES-MADE-/302259334173?hash=item46600f6c1d:g:iqsAAOSwWxNY0UMf


On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 11:54 AM, ann sanfedele  wrote:
> Too bad we didnt unearth that sooner last month -- may have had some more
> entries for the anniversary PUG!
> I was pleased to have been part of that little gallery - my LX's ar probably
> now covered in snakeskin as I sold them to Caesar a few years back  :_)
>
> ann
>
>
> On 4/2/2017 12:41 PM, Mark C wrote:
>>
>> Thanks for posting that. I have absolutely no recollection of it at all
>> but enjoyed the gallery and write up. I last used my LX a year ago while on
>> a trip - need to give it a work out just to keep it functioning.
>>
>> Mark
>>
>>
>> On 4/2/2017 1:12 AM, Brian Walters wrote:
>>>
>>> ...and now for a bit of nostalgia.
>>>
>>> Fossicking through the various directories on Komkon's PUG server, I
>>> (re)discovered the Pentax LX Gallery - an epic opus prepared many years
>>> ago on the legendary LX.  It's not just a gallery of photos taken with
>>> the LX but includes detailed technical information as well.  It was (I
>>> think) mainly the work of Bill Robb & Rob Studdert.
>>>
>>> Anyway I know many PDMLers used the LX - maybe some are still using
>>> one occasionally - so I thought the LX Gallery should be made
>>> accessible.  As near as I can work out, it was last updated in about
>>> 2002.
>>>
>>> I've added a link to it between 2002 and 2003 on the PUG's 'Past
>>> Galleries' page but here's the direct link:
>>>
>>> https://pug.komkon.org/LX_Gallery/index.html
>>>
>>> (note that some external links may be obsolete)
>>>
>>> Enjoy!!
>>>
>>>
>>> Cheers
>>>
>>> Brian
>>>
>>> ++
>>> Brian Walters
>>> Western Sydney Australia
>>> http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Eactivist]

My mail does not seem to be showing up on the  list, despite my initial 
test, but after my flip comment to Ann I decided  to add this.

I liked Shel. I like characters, and Shel was a definite  character. He was 
also a d fine photographer. On the whole, I enjoyed him.  Until our 
last photo outing together when his grumpiness outweighed his  enjoyment in 
doing photography that particular day (his legs were bothering  him). 

It didn't hurt that he unabashedly liked my photos. Called them  painterly.

So the PUG picture is a tickle in the ribs to Shel (re  portraits), and a 
remembrance. I don't know if he is still alive. Last I heard,  quite sometime 
ago, he had a physical problem with his legs, had given up  photography 
again, and was becoming a "foodie." (I do not remember the physical  problem, 
but it was not unserious.)

His leg problem is why in later years  he mainly took pictures inside:  a 
chair, a dish of soap, etc. (still good  pictures). But before that, and in 
earlier years he had been a very good street  photographer. 

So I asked him to go to SF with me one time show me how he  did street 
photography. One of our earlier trips (I think we got together, the  two of us, 
3-4 times).

There was a flower vendor. An obvious shot, a  person surrounded by all 
those colorful flowers. So he went up and started  talking to her. (He may have 
first asked if he could take her picture, and she  said no. I don't 
remember.) He talks to her more and is taking her picture all  the time, with 
the 
camera at his waist (he did not need to look through the  viewfinder. I think 
a few others on this list could/can do that too). Finally,  she says, 
"You're not taking my picture are you?" And he said something like,  "No, I 
wouldn't do that." All the time taking her picture.

As we walked  away, I said something like, "That seems a bit underhanded." 
(or sneaky or  whatever I said). And he said, "That's how you do street  
photography."

Well, it makes a good story anyway, and it pretty much went  just like that 
(as far as I can recall). 

He recommended talking to  people to establish a connection with them, to 
relax them, and  sometimes they might consent to a photograph, and sometimes 
they might not.  

Marnie (aka Doe)  :-)



In a message dated 4/2/2017  6:06:11 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, 
ann...@nyc.rr.com writes:
what Bruce said  - wow !
but have to say two things --
I switched to a different shot in  the past and showed in PUG that wasn't 
in the 15th anniversary gallery  so no comments underneath about why 
I chose it - Brian cribbed from the 2014  PUG...

but more important - was very glad that Caesar chose the photo he  did 
that he took when we were together in NY a few days after  9/11.

and Marnie... you got revenge for me! lol

ann

On  4/2/2017 8:38 PM, Bruce Walker wrote:
> Best PUG yet!
>
> I  really enjoyed browsing those shots and reading everyone's blurbs.
> Not  going to try and single any out -- it stands as a wonderful whole
> and a  testament to this group.
>
> Thank you again for all your work,  Brian.
>
>
> On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 8:13 PM, Brian Walters   
wrote:
>> G'day  all,
>>
>> Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done  all!  A fine way to
>> celebrate 20 years.
>>
>>  It was great to hear from a number of past members - maybe some of  you
>> will stick around for a while. :-)
>>
>> The  submissions are wide ranging in scope so no point in trying to pick
>>  favourites.
>>
>> As usual you'll find the gallery  here:
>>
>> http://pug.komkon.org/
>>
>>  (you may need to refresh your browser if you see the previous  gallery
>> there).
>>
>> Note: The automated  submission process usually works well but it's not
>> infallible.   So, if you made a submission and you don't see it in the
>> gallery,  let me know.
>>
>>  +
>>
>>  So, onwards for the next 20 years...
>>
>> Next up for May:  'Leading Lines'.
>>
>> Full Submissions Guidelines  here:
>>
>>  http://pug.komkon.org/general/autosubmit.html
>>
>> You can  submit here:
>>
>>  http://pug.komkon.org/submit/
>>
>>
>>  Cheers
>>
>> Brian
>>
>>  ++
>> Brian Walters
>> Western  Sydney Australia
>> http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/
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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Eactivist]

:-)  Belated is better than  never.

Marnie (aka Doe) I actually, I think, may have mentioned  publishing at the 
time to him, but never did.

In a message dated 4/2/2017  6:06:11 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, 
ann...@nyc.rr.com writes:
what Bruce said  - wow !
but have to say two things --
I switched to a different shot in  the past and showed in PUG that wasn't 
in the 15th anniversary gallery  so no comments underneath about why 
I chose it - Brian cribbed from the 2014  PUG...

but more important - was very glad that Caesar chose the photo he  did 
that he took when we were together in NY a few days after  9/11.

and Marnie... you got revenge for me! lol

ann

On  4/2/2017 8:38 PM, Bruce Walker wrote:
> Best PUG yet!
>
> I  really enjoyed browsing those shots and reading everyone's blurbs.
> Not  going to try and single any out -- it stands as a wonderful whole
> and a  testament to this group.
>
> Thank you again for all your work,  Brian.
>
>
> On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 8:13 PM, Brian Walters   
wrote:
>> G'day  all,
>>
>> Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done  all!  A fine way to
>> celebrate 20 years.
>>
>>  It was great to hear from a number of past members - maybe some of  you
>> will stick around for a while. :-)
>>
>> The  submissions are wide ranging in scope so no point in trying to pick
>>  favourites.
>>
>> As usual you'll find the gallery  here:
>>
>> http://pug.komkon.org/
>>
>>  (you may need to refresh your browser if you see the previous  gallery
>> there).
>>
>> Note: The automated  submission process usually works well but it's not
>> infallible.   So, if you made a submission and you don't see it in the
>> gallery,  let me know.
>>
>>  +
>>
>>  So, onwards for the next 20 years...
>>
>> Next up for May:  'Leading Lines'.
>>
>> Full Submissions Guidelines  here:
>>
>>  http://pug.komkon.org/general/autosubmit.html
>>
>> You can  submit here:
>>
>>  http://pug.komkon.org/submit/
>>
>>
>>  Cheers
>>
>> Brian
>>
>>  ++
>> Brian Walters
>> Western  Sydney Australia
>> http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/
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GFM 2017 registration is open

[Mark Roberts]

You can sign up for the Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography
Weekend now. It's June 2-4 this year. Doug and I will of course be
there judging the photo contest. It'd be nice to see more PDML
presence this year.
https://grandfather.com/events/nature-photography-weekend-2017/
 
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Re: Test

[Toralf Lund]

 On 03/04/17 01:00, eactiv...@aol.com wrote:

Test. This is simply a test.



And if you actually reading this, boy, are you bored.

It actually ended up in my "Spam" folder (blame Google), and I still read
it. I wonder what that says about by boredness (is that a word??)

- T


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Re: PESO: Red on Red

[Daniel J. Matyola]

That is just stunning!


Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola

On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 7:14 PM, Paul Stenquist  wrote:

> A Cardinal sitts atop a Sugar Maple that has just bloomed. A beautiful
> day  in Michigan.
>
> https://www.photo.net/photo/18370161/red-in-the-sugar-maple
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Re: PESO: Lake Pukaki

[Eric Featherstone]

On 16 March 2017 at 20:07, David Mann  wrote:
> On Mar 17, 2017, at 3:31 AM, Igor PDML-StR  wrote:
>
>> Some 4 years ago, during my trip to Banff National Park in Canada,
>> I also saw amazing blue color (although more teal-ish) of water:
>> https://42graphy.org/galleries/banff-2012/_IR37060.html
>> A frequent question that tourists ask there is what is the origin of such a 
>> color. Someone told the story that some local guides feed to some naive 
>> tourists that they regularly paint the bottom of the lake to get that look.
>
> The true source of the colour is "rock flour".  This lake (among others in 
> the region) is fed by glaciers and the water contains finely-ground particles 
> of rock that were ground up by the movement of the glacier.

Rayleigh scattering.
Just ask xkcd :)
https://xkcd.com/1818/

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Re: 20th Anniversary PUG is Up!

[Steve Cottrell]

>Well, we ended up with 70 submissions - well done all!  A fine way to
>celebrate 20 years.

Amazing! First reactions - astonishing gallery, absent friends, classic
images, just a perfect celebration of 20 years of the PUG. More soon

>As usual you'll find the gallery here:
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>http://pug.komkon.org/

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