Thanks, Ann!
-Marco
On Aug 30, 2013, at 10:47 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote:
That's a keeper for sure, Marco
ann
On 8/31/2013 01:42, Marco Alpert wrote:
http://www.alpert.com/marco/photo13/peso19.html
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Zephyr?
Alan
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Sent: Saturday, August 31, 2013 5:56 AM
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Subject: PESO: Hood Ornament
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17508290
Comments are invited.
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Cryptic Spoonerism?
Alan
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I think he's referring to Tata. Unless it's something to do with Elefant
Glue.
On 30 Aug 2013, at 20:58, Alan C
I just finished putting an SSD and more memory in my macbook.
I did a very rough, informal benchmark.
So, my two photo systems are:
24 iMac, 2.4Ghz core 2 duo, 6GB ram, catalog on internal spinny drive,
raw files on network mounted drive, via gigabit ethernet (much faster than
the USB 2 setup)
On Aug 28, 2013, at 1:57 PM, John johnsess...@yahoo.com wrote:
I always buy local when it's possible. It's good for the economy; I
don't have to mess with that stupid internet sales tax and if something
goes wrong I've got someone nearby I can yell at about it.
Thanks, John. My preference,
On Aug 28, 2013, at 1:57 PM, John johnsess...@yahoo.com wrote:
I always buy local when it's possible. It's good for the economy; I
don't have to mess with that stupid internet sales tax and if something
goes wrong I've got someone nearby I can yell at about it.
Thanks, John. My preference,
I like it too. That's a seriously neglected bit of a garden.
On Fri, Aug 30, 2013 at 11:26 PM, P.J. Alling
webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote:
It's been a while since I posted a PESO.
Nothing special but I like it.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20sunny.html
Natural would be a better word. Looks just like the area behind my garage.
I feel much better now.
Alan
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Subject: Re: PESO -- Sunny
I like it too. That's a seriously neglected
Put an SSD in your iMac. You won't regret it.
On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 4:57 AM, Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote:
I just finished putting an SSD and more memory in my macbook.
I did a very rough, informal benchmark.
So, my two photo systems are:
24 iMac, 2.4Ghz core 2 duo, 6GB ram, catalog
Quote Mr. P.J. Alling: I like the image but it looks a bit over sharpened.
I did use Unsharp Mask in PS CS5 - Amount 295, Radius 0.3, Threshold 0.
Taken with the K20D + the older Sigma 10-20 EX DC.
I think the Sharpness setting in-camera on Bright mode was already very
high. Probably over
On 8/31/2013 12:55 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote:
The pose and expression I like best is the one that is a bit too soft -
I was lucky to catch it though. The lighting is from a veri-lux lamp
nearby - I walked into the room and there she was. I grabbed the camera
before she decided to leave the chair.
On 8/31/2013 12:47 AM, P.J. Alling wrote:
I got my Vivitar S1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 back from repair in pretty much
the same shape as it was before the unfortunate accident. The price was
reasonable and the lens works pretty much as before, which makes me
content. I spent some time terrorizing a
Just tell everyone you were trying to capture her beautiful mind.
On 8/31/2013 1:41 AM, P.J. Alling wrote:
This is one of those times that content probably trumps technical
excellence. I badly missed the focus on this, though at web sizes it's
not horrible, it will never make a decent print,
I may have solved my Compass Direction problem:
Please see:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bladt/9613259587/in/photostream/
Regards
Jens
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great capture of interpersonal dynamics, Marco.
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On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 1:42 AM, Marco Alpert ma...@alpert.com wrote:
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Damn good portrait, PJ!
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On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 1:41 AM, P.J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote:
This is one of those times that content probably trumps technical
excellence. I badly missed the focus on this, though at web
Nice!
Is it from a Cadillac?
G
On Aug 30, 2013, at 9:59 PM, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote:
I like that - but I'm not car savvy enough to know _what_ car it is.
nice that the silver was turned to blue from the light
ann
On 8/30/2013 23:56, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
Perhaps. We don't get many Zephyrs at classic car Fridays here,
however, and the ones I have seen were more aircraft than womenly in
style.
Dan Matyola
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On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 2:36 AM, Alan C c...@lantic.net wrote:
Zephyr?
Alan
Unfortunately, I was distracted and didn't make particular note of the
make and model, but my recollection is that it was most likely a
caddy.
Dan Matyola
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On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 8:29 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote:
Nice!
Is it from
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/traveler-magazine/photo-contest/2013/entries/204600/view/
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A cat that poses! :-)
A handsome little devil she is.
G
On Aug 30, 2013, at 9:55 PM, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote:
The pose and expression I like best is the one that is a bit too soft - I was
lucky to catch it though. The lighting is from a veri-lux lamp nearby - I
walked into
Wonderful moment. Beautiful timing.
Jack
From: Marco Alpert ma...@alpert.com
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Sent: Friday, August 30, 2013 10:42 PM
Subject: PESO - Getting The Talk
http://www.alpert.com/marco/photo13/peso19.html
Comments, as
On 8/31/2013 07:13, John Sessoms wrote:
On 8/31/2013 12:55 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote:
The pose and expression I like best is the one that is a bit too soft -
I was lucky to catch it though. The lighting is from a veri-lux lamp
nearby - I walked into the room and there she was. I grabbed the
I suspect someone will pipe-up here with the answer eventually :-)
ann
On 8/31/2013 08:34, Daniel J. Matyola wrote:
Unfortunately, I was distracted and didn't make particular note of the
make and model, but my recollection is that it was most likely a
caddy.
Dan Matyola
Looks more like from a Pontiac.
-Original Message-
From: Daniel J. Matyola danmaty...@gmail.com
Subject: Re: PESO: Hood Ornament
Perhaps. We don't get many Zephyrs at classic car Fridays here,
however, and the ones I have seen were more aircraft than womenly in
style.
Dan Matyola
The first or third image gets my vote. Nice.
-Original Message-
From: Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com
Subject: Re: mini geso - 4 faces of Ashley (warning cat content)
On 8/31/2013 07:13, John Sessoms wrote:
On 8/31/2013 12:55 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote:
The pose and expression I like
Very nicely caught, Dan. Colors are striking.
Well done!
Jack
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Sent: Friday, August 30, 2013 8:56 PM
Subject: PESO: Hood Ornament
Regardless, its a great shot. Looks more like a goddess to me.
Alan
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Sent: Saturday, August 31, 2013 4:10 PM
To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List
Subject: Re: PESO: Hood Ornament
Looks more like from a Pontiac.
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From: Daniel
Based on this image
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_i_AovfzNXgQ/TGtykUhKtWI/AAABRSQ/FqtATd1ez60/s640/cadillac_54-58_Hood_ornament_3.jpg
I'd say it looks like '54 or '56 Cadillac.
G
On Aug 31, 2013, at 7:10 AM, Kenneth Waller kwal...@peoplepc.com wrote:
Looks more like from a Pontiac.
And you've known her since she was a teenager, I'm remembering.
I've added captions since you looked
ann
On 8/31/2013 08:50, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote:
A cat that poses! :-)
A handsome little devil she is.
G
On Aug 30, 2013, at 9:55 PM, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote:
The pose and
You chose a very feminine pose. Beautiful geso.
Jack
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Sent: Saturday, August 31, 2013 7:34 AM
Subject: Re: mini geso - 4 faces of Ashley (warning cat content)
And you've known her
Good. I'm pleased that you found a solution.
On 8/31/2013 7:55 AM, Jens wrote:
I may have solved my Compass Direction problem:
Please see:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bladt/9613259587/in/photostream/
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Nice work, really tells a story! Regards, Bob S.
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Reminds me of a guy who won a record jackpot in the NZ lotto... something
in the order of $30M NZD. He bought one of those things and started his
own team. At least it's cheaper than yacht racing.
So he was trying to make a million dollars racing (starting out with $30M)
Kenneth Waller
Well caught and titled!
Kenneth Waller
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller
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From: Marco Alpert ma...@alpert.com
Subject: PESO - Getting The Talk
http://www.alpert.com/marco/photo13/peso19.html
Comments, as always, welcomed.
-Marco
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I'd say it looks like '54 or '56 Cadillac.
It sure does.
Kenneth Waller
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller
- Original Message -
From: Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com
Subject: Re: PESO: Hood Ornament
Based on this image
Nice collection, Derby. My favorites are #5 (oddly enough) and #18 -
great lighting in that one.
Mark
On 8/25/2013 8:22 AM, Derby Chang wrote:
Had some time to take the OM-D for a good workout. Normally I wouldn't
go for a full 12 hours, but the city had a bunch of things happening
over
# 12 is definitely my fave... but #18 is striking as well.. not that
many of them aren't .. those jumped out at me.
I had to struggle with these - didn't catch onto the NEXT thing right
away as it floats and isn't constantly there... like the look of the
index in general and that you dont use
A detail of the Armstrong Tire/Pirreli building in New Haven. A
building that could best be described as a whimsical building of the
brutalist school. Ikea, it's current owner would gladly tear it down,
to gain a few more parking spaces, but ironically the very institutions,
historical
You know it occurred to me that a link to the file on my local machine
won't work for anyone else...
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20ikeasbillboard.html
On 8/31/2013 1:09 PM, P.J. Alling wrote:
A detail of the Armstrong Tire/Pirreli building in New Haven. A
On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 05:36:22AM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote:
Put an SSD in your iMac. You won't regret it.
Yeah. I'm definitely going to end up with an SSD in my main photo
processing machine. The question is whether that'll be my current
iMac (which is a pain to open up) or some other
Very well done collection!
Kenneth Waller
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller
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From: Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net
Subject: Re: GESO - 12 hours
Nice collection, Derby. My favorites are #5 (oddly enough) and #18 -
great lighting in that one.
Mark
On
If you'd like to enable access to your C: drive, we can have a look at
this building.
On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 1:09 PM, P.J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote:
A detail of the Armstrong Tire/Pirreli building in New Haven. A building
that could best be described as a whimsical building of
Having had a look at some shots of the whole building, I must agree that it
is not exactly beautiful but nevertheless quite striking - nothing like a
concrete blockhouse. Your detail shows that the architect at least tried
to be a bit artistic but nothing like Art Deco. It surprises me that it
Larry, are you absolutely sure it can't be upgraded? Your specs 24
iMac, 2.4Ghz core 2 duo, 6GB ram sound _exactly_ like mine (except
mine's a 20) and I'm happily running 10.8.4. The key thing is you
need at least a Core 2 CPU.
To open it up you need two small suction cups (dollar store) and a
On Sat, Aug 31, 2013 at 02:01:40PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote:
Larry, are you absolutely sure it can't be upgraded? Your specs 24
iMac, 2.4Ghz core 2 duo, 6GB ram sound _exactly_ like mine (except
mine's a 20) and I'm happily running 10.8.4. The key thing is you
need at least a Core 2 CPU.
The key is what cpu the iMac has. Intel Core Duo cpus can't run 64bit OS X,
where Core 2 Duos can.
That said, since even older Macs have good resale value if they are in decent
shape, swapping it out for a newer system is often a big win for photo and
video editing. I changed my Core 2 Duo
This was news to me. Never would've imagined such a being. Some good photos,
too.
http://blog.africageographic.com/africa-geographic-blog/wildlife/wildlife-and-nature/the-birth-of-a-pangolin/
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Loved this one.
All the parties in perfect gestures.
Aptly titled as well.
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I remember reading about them in one of my father's wildlife and nature books.
Most of the pictures were pretty crappy, I've not seen one in the flesh.
These photos are amazing.
Wikipedia has this on the pangolin:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pangolin
Related to anteaters.
G
On Aug 31,
Aw s Cute!
I think perhaps related to an armadillo too ??
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armadillo
ann
On 8/31/2013 15:15, Eric Weir wrote:
This was news to me. Never would've imagined such a being. Some good photos,
too.
A nice day-in-the-life-of collection. On my first pass through I tagged 4, 6,
12, 25 and 27 as particularly worthy of a 2nd and 3rd look. I agree with
others' praise of 26 as well.
stan
On Aug 25, 2013, at 8:22 AM, Derby Chang wrote:
Had some time to take the OM-D for a good workout.
On the rear of a fire truck:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17508303
Comments are invited.
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Yeah sharp, but not as much as they should be I'm sure. If you are
interested send me a message and I'll give you a link to the recording
on Soundcloud.
On 26 August 2013 23:19, Zos Xavius zosxav...@gmail.com wrote:
Rob, are you getting unsharp pictures during long exposure with even a
RF
Honestly if you are constantly around shooters with the top end Canon
and Nikon bodies it's not difficult to realise the shortcomings of the
Pentax system currently, and I'm including the 645D as I'm also around
new Blads. There's nothing stopping you from enjoying your K5, it's a
great camera for
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Whoa, that works!
I like it.
Cheers,
frank
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On the rear of a fire truck:
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Thanks Ann, John, Dan for the comments and thanks to all who looked. Much
appreciated.
Cheers,
frank
Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote:
Yeah it's a nice sky and the bird nicely placed.
ann
On 8/30/2013 22:09, knarf wrote:
As I said before I don't get many decent sunset shots at my part
I spend a lot of time around shooters with top end Canon and Nikon cameras, and
I compete with them for space in newspapers and magazines. The K-5 holds its
own. More than holds its own.
Paul
On Aug 31, 2013, at 10:35 PM, Rob Studdert distudio.p...@gmail.com wrote:
Honestly if you are
#12 is my fave. Makes me think of a priest bestowing a blessing on her.
Brilliant shot!
Cheers,
frank
Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote:
A nice day-in-the-life-of collection. On my first pass through I tagged
4, 6, 12, 25 and 27 as particularly worthy of a 2nd and 3rd look. I
agree
On 1 September 2013 13:18, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote:
I spend a lot of time around shooters with top end Canon and Nikon cameras,
and I compete with them for space in newspapers and magazines. The K-5 holds
its own. More than holds its own.
It really depends what you're
Absplutely love this one!
Cheers,
frank
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The sixties and seventies featured some of the worst architecture ever.
Would have loved being in the concrete business then!
cheers,
frank
P.J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote:
You know it occurred to me that a link to the file on my local machine
won't work for anyone else...
Wonderful series, Ann. Ashley is a beauty - with attitude!
Cheers,
frank
Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote:
The pose and expression I like best is the one that is a bit too soft -
I was lucky to catch it though. The lighting is from a veri-lux lamp
nearby - I walked into the room and
On Aug 31, 2013, at 11:24 PM, Rob Studdert distudio.p...@gmail.com wrote:
On 1 September 2013 13:18, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote:
I spend a lot of time around shooters with top end Canon and Nikon cameras,
and I compete with them for space in newspapers and magazines. The
I wouldn't, plus it's got the extra reach and faster aperture when
it's needed and it would allow me to offload my old A300/2.8. :)
On 1 September 2013 13:33, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote:
On Aug 31, 2013, at 11:24 PM, Rob Studdert distudio.p...@gmail.com wrote:
On 1
Every Sigma lens i've owned was junk. Don't think I'd take a chance on a high
dollar one. That extra stop would be valuable if I were to shoot sports, but
that's not likely.
On Aug 31, 2013, at 11:36 PM, Rob Studdert distudio.p...@gmail.com wrote:
I wouldn't, plus it's got the extra reach
Another one from the Eighth Street Skate Park near my house:
http://mondociclismo.blogspot.ca/2013/08/at-rail.html?m=1
This guy slid down the entire length of the rail on his front axle peg. Not
sure exactly how that's possible but he did it repeatedly.
Hope you enjoy. Comments welcome.
Beautiful, Dan!
Cheers,
frank
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I've got three recent sigma pro-zooms in my kit that I work pretty
hard, generally 1000+ exposures per session and they have been
flawless, the only lens that I currently have out of action is a
Pentax. I do a lot of live performance work, the extra stop comes in
very useful when lighting is bad
Like it!
Cheers,
frank
P.J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote:
It's been a while since I posted a PESO.
Nothing special but I like it.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20sunny.html
Equipment: Pentax K20D w/smc Pentax FA 28-70mm f4.0
As usual comments are
Striking image.
Cheers,
frank
Bipin Gupta bip...@gmail.com wrote:
Here are some Lanterns actually used in the villages.
Made from brass. The tank contains kerosene - a primary fuel
still used in cooking stoves, gensets, lanterns and unscrupulous
drivers of auto rickshaws - a 3-wheeler Taxi - who
Thanks for the comments!
On 31 August 2013 00:59, Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com wrote:
Rob,
Interesting, the Bush Monster is about to attack the City!
The contrast has me returning again and again to the bush.
It is wild and irregular.
Regards, Bob S.
On Fri, Aug 30, 2013 at 5:06 AM,
With all due respect, and understanding that you're totally entitled to
your opinion, Paul, I own two Sigma lenses right now (24-60/2.8 and
17-70/2.8-4.5). They're good enough for me so much that I've sold DA*
16-50/2.8 and I don't regret it at all. In fact, I don't plan on buying
any more
My messages to PDML are bouncing. Same SpamCop CRAP as last time.
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Hi Team,
Last offer, custom Savage/Studdert made anodised aluminium L brackets
with Manfrotto QR plates ready to go for the *ist D and K10/20, they
allow a quick transition from vertical to horizontal orientation and
keep the lens centred over the tripods centre. One 200PL-14 QR Plate
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I should probably point out that I thought I was being off the list...
Apparently I wasn't...
On 8/31/2013 12:47 AM, Rob Studdert wrote:
On 31 August 2013 05:05, Boris Liberman bori...@gmail.com wrote:
Well, I can always send you mine so that you can construct one good one out
of two broken
That is an amazing story. I've lived here all my life have never seen one
in the wild.
Here is a link to more info:
http://www.krugerpark.co.za/africa_pangolin.html
Alan
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Nicely done, both you and him.
Cheers,
Dave
On Sep 1, 2013, at 3:43 PM, knarf knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote:
Another one from the Eighth Street Skate Park near my house:
http://mondociclismo.blogspot.ca/2013/08/at-rail.html?m=1
This guy slid down the entire length of the rail on his
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