Re: OT: Funny Signs

2007-11-06 Thread mike wilson
The first guy is Offenbach early because he forgot his Chopin Liszt. From: Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/05 Mon PM 04:30:48 GMT To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: OT: Funny Signs I wish I had photos of them, however: Not new, but a good collection of good oldies: A few

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread mike wilson
From: Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/06 Tue AM 03:14:26 GMT To: pdml@pdml.net CC: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO: Cutter I had a hour or so in the evening on two days of my Seattle meeting to do some shooting (as well as an afternoon before the meeting started). On the

RE: Pentax K10D Parts List and Exploded Diagram

2007-11-06 Thread Rod Connan
Thanks for some very interesting information Rod -Original Message- From: David Bliss Hi All, Thought this document I just (finally) received from Pentax North America might be useful to some of you: http://dbsi.org/dist/pentax-k10d-parts-list-and-exploded-diagram.tif Thanks, david

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Paul Stenquist
Pretty pic. If you don't like the hikers, terminate them. A dab of the cloning tool should do it. Paul On Nov 6, 2007, at 12:00 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I took this when I was working on my class project, and running around looking for trees on hills and on the sky line in late day

Re: Lindsey

2007-11-06 Thread Paul Stenquist
Congratulations, Boris. You might have a career as a New York runway model! :-)) Paul On Nov 6, 2007, at 12:24 AM, Boris Liberman wrote: Hi! Beats me how anyone 5'9 can be a size 4. Let alone... those models have to starve themselves. Agree with Ann the second is too busy. Also the

Re: Simple is beautiful...

2007-11-06 Thread Rebekah
I love the bright yellow on the dark background, and personally, I like the small plane of focus. Somehow it works for me :) Beautiful rg2 On 11/5/07, Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like it. Yes, vivid contrast. Frame it and put it on yer wall. Weren't we preceeding such posts with

Re: Creating photo website in linux

2007-11-06 Thread Cory Papenfuss
I use this: http://www.armandocaro.net/software/ It's pretty slick in that all you have to do is run it in a directory of photos, and it'll generate everything more or less automatically. Also, it makes flat HTML files, rather than automated php, database, etc, etc really

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Adam Maas
Rick Womer wrote: I had a hour or so in the evening on two days of my Seattle meeting to do some shooting (as well as an afternoon before the meeting started). On the last evening, I started walking along the waterfront before sunset, and finished at dusk. This was one of the last pix I

Re: Lindsey

2007-11-06 Thread Boris Liberman
Paul, I might have HAD such a career. I gained 15 kilos since that time. Though I think male models need to be less skinny than female ones... On Nov 6, 2007 1:03 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Congratulations, Boris. You might have a career as a New York runway model! :-)) Paul

Re: Question for FA* 300mm f4.5 owners ( Canon 70-200 f4 users)

2007-11-06 Thread David Savage
One of the guys at the red bull race had a 70-200 f2.8 with him (nice lens BTW) I had a look at the collar. It is indeed too large. Oh well. Thanks for looking guy's. Cheers, Dave On 11/4/07, Christian [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Cotty wrote: I have the EF70-200 2.8 L IS and it has a

Re: GESO: Red Bull Air Race, Perth, West Oz.

2007-11-06 Thread David Savage
Thanks Brian. I just wish she would have got her hands away from her face. I spent quite a bit of time observing her (waiting for the right moment of course) and that was the best I could get before she disappeared in the crowd. Cheers, Dave On 11/6/07, Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: GESO: Red Bull Air Race, Perth, West Oz.

2007-11-06 Thread David Savage
The crowd shots are my faves too. It was good fun I'm inclined to go again next year. Thanks for looking. Cheers, Dave On 11/6/07, Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good shots! Everything is sharp, and the shutter speed is still low enough to blur the props. The crowd shots are

Re: GESO: Red Bull Air Race, Perth, West Oz.

2007-11-06 Thread David Savage
On 11/6/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here is a rough first pass selection of my shots from the day (17 images): http://picasaweb.google.com.au/OzSavage/RedBullAirRace2007? authkey=Y4DihhF6Auk Never having shot motor sport of any description, I was pleased with what I got.

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
Very nice, Rick! G Rick Womer wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6606532size=lg K10D, FA 16-45, ISO 1600, f/4 at 1/3 sec handheld -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Doug Franklin
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: These guys came along hiking and ruined my shot. Placement isn't perfect but that is where they stopped, and I was focused on the tree and the hill. :-) http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/romantic2.htm Pretty shot, but the hikers don't really play a

Re: GESO: Red Bull Air Race, Perth, West Oz.

2007-11-06 Thread David Savage
Thanks Brendan. I originally got the 10-17 for doing panoramas, I didn't take it out with me unless that was my intent. Recently however I've been using it more in different situations I'm liking the results. Cheers, Dave On 11/6/07, Brendan MacRae [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fun stuff, Dave.

Re: Creating photo website in linux

2007-11-06 Thread Toine
Slideshowpro and SlideShowPro director. Director is a php / mysql based photo manager. Director generates the content (large images and thumbnails on demand). Slideshowpro is the flash client. See http://slideshowpro.net I'm using it on my site http://www.repiuk.nl. It's (allmost) perfect. Toine

OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Daniel J. Matyola
http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2007/1101072ad1.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
Mike, Don't give away my secrets! This is the full frame. I tried cropping out the reflections (in the camera and in Lightroom), and it became just a picture of a boat. There actually wasn't much more reflection to include, but when I included it the wider angle took in distracting illuminated

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
Thanks, Godfrey! I gave the 28/2.8 a fair amount of use, btw; maybe some of those pix will be good enough to post anon. Rick --- Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very nice, Rick! G Rick Womer wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6606532size=lg K10D, FA 16-45, ISO

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
Thanks, Adam! --- Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rick Womer wrote: I had a hour or so in the evening on two days of my Seattle meeting to do some shooting (as well as an afternoon before the meeting started). On the last evening, I started walking along the waterfront before

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
I disagree; I think they add scale. --- Doug Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: These guys came along hiking and ruined my shot. Placement isn't perfect but that is where they stopped, and I was focused on the tree and the hill. :-)

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
I look forward to seeing what you've done with it. :-) Godfrey On Nov 6, 2007, at 7:09 AM, Rick Womer wrote: Thanks, Godfrey! I gave the 28/2.8 a fair amount of use, btw; maybe some of those pix will be good enough to post anon. Rick --- Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/5/2007 10:04:12 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/romantic2.htm And think: with one dab of the cloning tool, they would disappear. Ah, murderess of love! ];-) It's nice shot, with or without the

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread P. J. Alling
If you blow them up to pixel size they also appear to be half naked, Marnie for shame ;-) Rick Womer wrote: I disagree; I think they add scale. --- Doug Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: These guys came along hiking and ruined my shot.

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
Huh huh ?? !@@ ?? What'd I miss ? ]'-) G On Nov 6, 2007, at 9:26 AM, P. J. Alling wrote: If you blow them up to pixel size they also appear to be half naked, Marnie for shame ;-) Rick Womer wrote: I disagree; I think they add scale. --- Doug Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

RE: Creating photo website in linux

2007-11-06 Thread Henk Terhell
JAlbum is pretty easy to learn and use, but because of all options and skins it takes some time to figure out your preferred settings. Henk www.dewindvanvoorne.nl/fotoalbum -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bran Everseeking Sent: 06

Re: OT: Funny Signs

2007-11-06 Thread ann sanfedele
mike wilson wrote: The first guy is Offenbach early because he forgot his Chopin Liszt. oy. dan - I like these even though most of them are _ intentionally _ funny ann From: Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/05 Mon PM 04:30:48 GMT To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: OT: Funny

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread ann sanfedele
Doug Franklin wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: These guys came along hiking and ruined my shot. Placement isn't perfect but that is where they stopped, and I was focused on the tree and the hill. :-) http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/romantic2.htm Pretty shot, but the

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread ann sanfedele
Daniel J. Matyola wrote: http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2007/1101072ad1.html make 'em pay, baby - that's really revolting ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Boris Liberman
I like what I see exactly the way it is. So, please don't use any tools except may be whatever you use in order to hang a big print. I do wish that the pair of humans ;-) were a bit bigger but nonetheless I find this rather ironic and lovely composition. Boris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I

Re: [Fwd: mini GESO: watch the birdie]

2007-11-06 Thread Boris Liberman
Nicely done though... ... I know I didn't get the best shots - my auto focus messed me up a couple of times and my unsteadiness did as well. But it was such fun... I hadn't been out shooting for a while. anyway --- http://annsan.smugmug.com/gallery/2564371/1/217347394/Large

Re: PESO: Steam Power

2007-11-06 Thread Boris Liberman
Marvelously timeless... You've done it, Sir William ;-). Boris William Robb wrote: A while back, the railroad company decided to ressurect a steam locomotive for some reason. Anyway, it did a cross country tour and passed through a city near me. I decided that an old train needed an old

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Cotty
On 06/11/07, Daniel J. Matyola, discombobulated, unleashed: http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2007/1101072ad1.html he should have used a Canon lens to get a sharper shot ;-) -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Cotty
On 06/11/07, ann sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: make 'em pay, baby - that's really revolting I agree - the camera shake is disgraceful! -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ --

Re: PESO - Rob Zombie

2007-11-06 Thread Daniel J. Matyola
I also really like this one. It shows a lot of personality -- or seems to do so at least. Dan On 10/16/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now this one I like, but I couldn't exactly tell you why. frank theriault wrote: Today seems to be profile day. ;-) Toronto bike messenger

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Daniel J. Matyola
He's fortunate Sharapova didn't catch him at it. She could send his head into the next county with that backhand. Dan On 11/6/07, ann sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Daniel J. Matyola wrote: http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2007/1101072ad1.html make 'em pay, baby - that's

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/6/2007 9:10:55 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I like what I see exactly the way it is. So, please don't use any tools except may be whatever you use in order to hang a big print. I do wish that the pair of humans ;-) were a bit bigger but

Re: PESO: Cutter

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/5/2007 7:25:50 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I had a hour or so in the evening on two days of my Seattle meeting to do some shooting (as well as an afternoon before the meeting started). On the last evening, I started walking along the waterfront

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Paul Crovella
That's terrific :) Jack Davis wrote: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=255 K10D, FA 80~320 (@ 240), ISO 200, 1/3000 @ f/8.0

PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=255 K10D, FA 80~320 (@ 240), ISO 200, 1/3000 @ f/8.0 __

Re: GESO: Red Bull Air Race, Perth, West Oz.

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/5/2007 8:21:55 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: G'day All, As the subject says, the RBAR was in town I met up with some local snappers headed down to check it out: Here is a rough first pass selection of my shots from the day (17 images):

Re: PESO: Steam Power

2007-11-06 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Boris Liberman Subject: Re: PESO: Steam Power Marvelously timeless... You've done it, Sir William ;-). Thanks Boris!! bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please

Re: PESO: Steam Power

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/5/2007 11:20:28 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: A while back, the railroad company decided to ressurect a steam locomotive for some reason. Anyway, it did a cross country tour and passed through a city near me. I decided that an old train needed

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Bob Blakely
Interesting. Similar shots can be taken on the court at a match and there's nothing one can do about it. Yes, the lawsuit is brought by Steve Biegel who charges that the firm's CEO, Toyo Shigeta, took and distributed the photograph(s) and unfairly fired him over the incident. Maria Sharapova

fwd: The Photographer

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
I really like this one: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1038message=25509831 Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

PAW 2007 - 46 - GDG

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
Continuing apace with more work from recent sessions ... http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/46.htm Comments, critique, etc always appreciated. Keys a plus. enjoy Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread pnstenquist
Very observant of you :-). I would have walked right past it. Nicely executed as well. I used to have Sweet Gums when I lived in Jersey. Great fall color. They're not hardy here in Michigan. I believe you Californians call them Liquid Amber. I think the real name is Liquidumbar. Paul

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/6/2007 10:54:06 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=255

Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
Hey, gang! Gots another darkroom question. While my own darkroom is in the works (and progressing most slowly) I've decided to start using a public darkroom about 20 miles from home. Current plans are to continue developing negatives at home, and only bring what I intend to print to the

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Tom C
I always have a problem with shots like this, in liking them, and in shooting them myself. While the eye is attracted to contrasts in shape, color, and texture, the image often fails to have the impact or convey the real beauty of what was seen. Maybe it's just hard to capture the 3D reality in an

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread pnstenquist
That's okay with fiber based paper. Resin coated paper can't be washed that long. It will fog. Alternatively, you could string a piece of clothesline across the back seat of your car and hang the prints with clothespins to dry as you drive. Turn the heat up! Paul -- Original

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Yeah..I noticed. A quick hand held grab with a grin. ;) I tried to care, but failed. Thanks, Marnie! Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 11/6/2007 10:54:06 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Thanks, Paul, but you're too kind. ;) Jack --- Paul Crovella [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's terrific :) Jack Davis wrote: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Liquidambar, actually, but I too always will call them Liquid Amber. Most such Sweetgum are well past their glorious peak and sporting few leaves. Thanks, Paul! Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very observant of you :-). I would have walked right past it. Nicely executed as well. I used to

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
I recognize it's missing all those things you mentioned and is only offered as an obvious seasonal curiosity. Actually, this image will likely not last the season. :) Thanks, Tom for commenting. Jack --- Tom C [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I always have a problem with shots like this, in liking

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's okay with fiber based paper. Resin coated paper can't be washed that long. It will fog. Alternatively, you could string a piece of clothesline across the back seat of your car and hang the prints with clothespins to dry as you drive. Turn the heat up! Paul

Re: fwd: The Photographer

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
I donno. Maybe if he had some tattoos.(?) ;) Jack --- Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I really like this one: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1038message=25509831 Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Tom C
You're very welcome, Jack. :-) I knew you knew. You notice how I lessened the blow by noting my own failings in similar endeavors? ;-) Tom C. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jack Davis Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 1:52 PM To:

Re: PAW 2007 - 46 - GDG

2007-11-06 Thread Charles Robinson
On Nov 6, 2007, at 12:53, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Continuing apace with more work from recent sessions ... http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/46.htm Comments, critique, etc always appreciated. Keys a plus. Yikes! Color! I thought you had one of them-thar monochrome K10Ds. All

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
Patrick Genovese wrote: If you are carrying lots of gear a good heavy duty padded waist belt is an absolute must. I just got myself a Lowepro Vertex 200AW it is superb. The waist belt transfers the weight to your pelvis and there is very little weight on your shoulders. I can easily carry

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Scott Loveless Subject: Re: Camera bags (yet again) Thanks, Bill. If I recall correctly, you either have done or still do some large format work. How do you carry it? I'll have to ask my wife. Seriously, I have a Zone VI

More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Bill Owens
http://www.railpictures.net/viewphoto.php?id=200851nseq=10 Not my photo, but a classic steam locomotive built at the Norfolk and Western shops in Roanoke, VA. It was built in 1950 and was arguably the most efficient steam engine ever built. Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
Doug Brewer wrote: Scott Loveless wrote: Thanks, Doug. It looks like there's also a Mini-Trekker AW that has a few more external lash points. Have you ever attached a tripod to yours? Yep, many times. Sorry to keep bugging you about this. Is yours the Classic or the AW? -- Scott

PESO - Mad Dash for Freedom

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
Went out shooting Sunday for first time in about 1.5 to 2 months. Didn't get much, but at least I shot again. Just for fun. This sort of amused me. http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/dash.htm Comments okay, naturally. Marnie aka Doe

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread Ed Matthew
On Nov 6, 2007 2:57 PM, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's okay with fiber based paper. Resin coated paper can't be washed that long. It will fog. Alternatively, you could string a piece of clothesline across the back seat of your car and hang the

Re: PESO: Steam Power

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
William Robb wrote: A while back, the railroad company decided to ressurect a steam locomotive for some reason. Anyway, it did a cross country tour and passed through a city near me. I decided that an old train needed an old picture look to it.

Re: PESO - Mad Dash for Freedom

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
LoL Needs to take another run at it. ;-)) Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Went out shooting Sunday for first time in about 1.5 to 2 months. Didn't get much, but at least I shot again. Just for fun. This sort of amused me. http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/dash.htm

OT: The law is not an ass

2007-11-06 Thread Bob W
Some of these so-called silly laws seem remarkably useful to me: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7081038.stm -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

RE: More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Bill Owens
It did for quite awhile, but AFAIK it's now on permanent display at the Roanoke Transportation Museum. I'd love to see it run again. I haven't seen any of the J series locos since they were taken over by diesels in the late 50's. Bill -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Amita Guha
On Nov 6, 2007 3:27 PM, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Amita Guha wrote: Thanks, Amita. That helps. The one bag I was able to look at that had the tripod straps worked essentially the same way. Same thing I asked Doug - Classic or AW? Lowepro's site is fairly vague. AW. I got it

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Yeah..we both bad! Jack --- Tom C [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're very welcome, Jack. :-) I knew you knew. You notice how I lessened the blow by noting my own failings in similar endeavors? ;-) Tom C. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Scott Loveless
Amita Guha wrote: On 11/5/07, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks, Dave. See my reply to Doug. Had any problems carrying a tripod attached to the outside of the pack? I have the Mini-Trekker and I have attached the tripod to it with no problem. It's kind of a pain if you want

Re: More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Jim Apilado
Does that locomotive still operate for excursions? JimA. On Nov 6, 2007, at 12:19 PM, Bill Owens wrote: http://www.railpictures.net/viewphoto.php?id=200851nseq=10 Not my photo, but a classic steam locomotive built at the Norfolk and Western shops in Roanoke, VA. It was built in 1950 and

Re: More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Bob Sullivan
Prettied up with a streamlined exterior. In the '50's, the locomotive manufacturers were trying to hold onto their customer base. Not as much muscle visible here. Regards, Bob S. On 11/6/07, Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.railpictures.net/viewphoto.php?id=200851nseq=10 Not

RE: OT: The law is not an ass

2007-11-06 Thread Bob W
I rather like the idea of being able to murder Scotsmen in York. I may try it somebody. And I'm absolutely in favour of herding cattle through London's streets. The more the merrier. It used to be quite common, bringing them to Smithfield along the drovers' roads. Shakespeare used to live on

Opinions re M135 f/3.5 AND M200 F/4

2007-11-06 Thread Patrick Genovese
I've been offered the M135 f/3.5 and the M200 f/4 (price yet to be determined).. I''ve inspected the lenses and both are in great condition ... What''s their performance like and what would be a reasonable price to pay for them ? -- Regards Patrick Genovese -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

Re: OT: Funny Signs

2007-11-06 Thread mike wilson
ann sanfedele wrote: mike wilson wrote: The first guy is Offenbach early because he forgot his Chopin Liszt. oy. Sorry. I've been waiting decades to use that. dan - I like these even though most of them are _ intentionally _ funny -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
Have to say I agree with Rick. I sold the bag because the only time I ever use such a large bag, and particularly a backpack, is when I am traveling where I use it simply as a carrier/transport bag. I have better options for that now, and I carry less too. For what it does, the LowePro

Re: Camera bags (yet again)

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
Scott, I bought a LowePro CompuTrekker AW from Godfrey this past summer, and did a lot of hiking with it. I had my usual kit (K10D, 16-45, 70-200, 10-17, 50/1.7, filters, batteries), jacket and warm shirt (in the computer compartment), lunch and a water bottle (in the bottom of the padded

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
If he was going to get sued and have his image all over the place, at least he could have focused. Sheesh. g --- Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2007/1101072ad1.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread pnstenquist
I had noticed that the problem wasn't as prevalen in recent years as it once was. But I was using Ilford Multigrade IV when I last did darkroom work and long soaks resulted in a look that I would describe as foggy. It was uneven, only part of the paper would be damaged, which rendered the

Re: PAW 2007 - 46 - GDG

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
Nice light and very nicely framed, Godfrey. Perhaps a half stop darker would be better...? Rick --- Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Continuing apace with more work from recent sessions ... http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/46.htm Comments, critique, etc always

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread Ed Matthew
You should throw them away. I have used RC paper since 1975 and only the older papers were subject to fog (maybe), particularly Kodak, i will try to 'fogwash' some current Ilford paper. Perhaps it is the loss of brightener in your papers. To me, loss of brightness is not the same as fog. Ed Ed

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread Rick Womer
She's gonna have a wet Xterra in any case, Scott, because that print washer will slosh all over the place. --- Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's okay with fiber based paper. Resin coated paper can't be washed that long. It will fog. Alternatively, you

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread keith_w
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very observant of you :-). I would have walked right past it. Nicely executed as well. I used to have Sweet Gums when I lived in Jersey. Great fall color. They're not hardy here in Michigan. I believe you Californians call them Liquid Amber. I think the real name is

Re: OT: The law is not an ass

2007-11-06 Thread pnstenquist
Agreed. I doubt that few would come out in favor of herding cattle down London streets. But not many would many object to tropical fish store clerks going topless in Liverpool. Good photo op. And I'm not suprised to hear that the Queen's tail is the proplerty of the king :-). Paul

Re: OT: The law is not an ass

2007-11-06 Thread Christian
Bob W wrote: Some of these so-called silly laws seem remarkably useful to me: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7081038.stm Are there many tropical fish stores in Liverpool? -- Christian http://photography.skofteland.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread pnstenquist
I have a lot of fogged RC prints I can show you. Perhaps it's actually separation that causes the fogged look, but fog is the visual result. You're right. It takes about twenty minutes of soaking to ruin RC paper. -- Original message -- From: Ed Matthew [EMAIL

PESO 2007 - 46a - GDG

2007-11-06 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
Getting up to the roof of the cell block on Alcatraz was a treat. Aside from the landscapes and view of the bay, there are details there which are splendid to photograph: http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/46a.htm Comments, etc, always welcomed. enjoy Godfrey -- PDML

RE: More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Bill Owens
Hey Bob, In this case, the manufacturer was the railroad. The NW built a lot of their own engines and all of their coal hoppers, all in the Roanoke shops. At one time they had 4 of these J series engines, but only 611 is left Bill -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Bill Owens
I vaguely remember seeing a photo somewhere of one of the J engines without the streamlined shroud. Looked like an ugly duckling! Bill -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bob Sullivan Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 5:52 PM To:

Re: More stream power

2007-11-06 Thread Bob Sullivan
Interesting. That makes the NW Mechanical Department the manufacturer. 'See, we don't need any of those stinking diesel locomotives! We can be just as pretty with steam.' More seriously, I think the coal service of the NW operated steam for longer than most railroads. Moving the heavy coal

Re: PESO: Steam Power

2007-11-06 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Scott Loveless Subject: Re: PESO: Steam Power William Robb wrote: A while back, the railroad company decided to ressurect a steam locomotive for some reason. Anyway, it did a cross country tour and passed through a city near me. I decided that an old

Re: PESO - Romantic II

2007-11-06 Thread Doug Franklin
ann sanfedele wrote: Um Doug - that's what Marnie said :) That's OK, I'm from the Department of Redundancy Department. :-) -- Thanks, DougF (KG4LMZ) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the

Re: Transporting wet prints

2007-11-06 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Scott Loveless Subject: Transporting wet prints Hey, gang! Gots another darkroom question. While my own darkroom is in the works (and progressing most slowly) I've decided to start using a public darkroom about 20 miles from home. Current plans are to

Re: Opinions re M135 f/3.5 AND M200 F/4

2007-11-06 Thread P. J. Alling
Both are very good, the 200 better than the 135, but neither is particularly rare. I'd not pay more than 65-100 dollars for either. Patrick Genovese wrote: I've been offered the M135 f/3.5 and the M200 f/4 (price yet to be determined).. I''ve inspected the lenses and both are in great

Re: OT: The law is not an ass

2007-11-06 Thread mike wilson
Bob W wrote: Some of these so-called silly laws seem remarkably useful to me: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7081038.stm Hmmm. The Queen's tail is a whale's head? Surely not. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from

Re: PESO: Steam Power

2007-11-06 Thread Doug Franklin
Boris Liberman wrote: Marvelously timeless... You've done it, Sir William ;-). William Robb wrote: http://users.accesscomm.ca/wrobb/pictures/peso/steamer.html K10, 12-24mm lens. Converted to grayscale and then filtered for colour. I agree, Boris. That's an excellent shot. -- Thanks,

Re: OT: Odd Photographic specialty leads to lawsuit

2007-11-06 Thread Mark Roberts
Rick Womer wrote: If he was going to get sued and have his image all over the place, at least he could have focused. Sheesh. g Well he did, but that's Canon autofocus for you... :-P http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2007/1101072ad1.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

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