Re: PESO 2014 - 166, 167, 168 - GDG

2014-07-17 Thread Mark C
Nice tonality on these and the earlier shots. The first weekend's shot have a great luminous air to them. #167 looks almost reticulated. Mark On 7/16/2014 10:36 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: I enjoyed the first Saturday walk with the pinhole so much I decided to go out with the same kit for

Re: One Peso and one OT Peso

2014-07-19 Thread Mark C
All three are excellent but I really like the sense of motion in #1 and the composition in 2 (not to mention the guy's expression!) Mark On 7/18/2014 8:44 AM, David J Brooks wrote: The annual horse drawn plowing demo was Thursday, just a few initial shots.

PESO - Creature of the Night

2014-07-19 Thread Mark C
Yet another cat photo: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/creature-of-the-night No fancy technique for this one - Super RIcohflex TLR, zone focused, AF360FGZ in auto mode (the non-ttl auto) and a Roll of APX 100... Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: PESO - Creature of the Night

2014-07-20 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Ann! On 7/20/2014 12:52 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: sweet ann On 7/19/2014 18:18, Mark C wrote: Yet another cat photo: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/creature-of-the-night No fancy technique for this one - Super RIcohflex TLR, zone focused, AF360FGZ in auto mode

Re: PESO - Creature of the Night

2014-07-20 Thread Mark C
He was actually oblivious to the flash - something in the yard had his attention, but I could not see anything... Thanks for looking! Mark On 7/20/2014 3:50 AM, David Mann wrote: How high did the cat jump when the flash went off? Cheers, Dave On Jul 20, 2014, at 10:18 am, Mark C pdml-m

Re: PESO - Creature of the Night

2014-07-20 Thread Mark C
On 7/20/2014 5:23 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: Cute! Doesn't look like the flash is on-camera. On an L-bracket? On Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 6:18 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: Yet another cat photo: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/creature-of-the-night No fancy technique

Re: PESO - Guest at the Picnic Table

2014-07-20 Thread Mark C
Looks like a bib! That's some plant On 7/18/2014 9:35 PM, Rick Womer wrote: On my way to work... http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17816223size=lg (K-5, DA 40/2.8 ltd) Comments appreciated! Rick -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: PESO - Lightning Strike, Polzeath, Cornwall 2014

2014-07-20 Thread Mark C
Very cool, Cotty - you managed to capture and excellent lightning strike! Mark On 7/18/2014 5:32 PM, Steve Cottrell wrote: Spent a few days in Cornwall and we have some hot air coming up the latitudes from Spain. Treated to a good show last night and managed to capture something half decent

Re: Albi

2014-07-21 Thread Mark C
Excellent work all around - I like the architectural details! #2 has me reaching for another pair of glasses... Mark On 7/21/2014 6:56 PM, Bob W wrote: Here are some snaps from Albi in France. Albi was the centre of the Cathar heresy, so the Catholic archbishop built a humungously ugly and

Re: OT Peso - One for the Museum of Bad Art?

2014-07-21 Thread Mark C
I wonder how they got the cat to pose in front of a raging fire? At least it has a certificate of authenticity! Mark On 7/21/2014 12:43 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: I found it in the Salvation Army - couldn't resist - hoping it sells :-)

Re: PESO - Cubes and Shadows

2014-07-21 Thread Mark C
Interesting composition - very engaging! I lean towards the color - at first I thought that the shoes were a distraction from the shapes and forms in the shadows and blocks, but then the person is the only living thing there and color helps him stand out. Both are fine though. Mark On

Re: PESO: Bee on Echinacea

2014-07-22 Thread Mark C
Nice catch! Beautiful flower and you caught the bee at a good angle. Mark On 7/21/2014 10:54 PM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17818618 K-5IIs, smc 35mm 2.8mm macro Limited Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola --- This email is

Re: PESO: Sky Plow

2014-07-22 Thread Mark C
As others have said - very high drama shot. Great how the road and the clouds nearly converge towards the horizon. Mark On 7/21/2014 6:44 PM, Darren Addy wrote: Comments and criticism welcome in equal measure: https://www.flickr.com/photos/pixelsmithy/14689399986/ --- This email is free

Re: PESO - Bench

2014-07-22 Thread Mark C
That's very nice - great mixture of shape, texture and tonalities. Mark On 7/22/2014 8:21 PM, Rick Womer wrote: Shot only for the geometry: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17816704size=lg (K-5, DA 40/2.8 LTD) Comments appreciated! Rick --- This email is free from viruses

PESO - Statuette

2014-07-22 Thread Mark C
http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/statuette Pentax Mz-S, FA 28-105 f4-5.6 zoom, Arista Ultra 200, Rodinal 1+50 for 10 minutes (20C). Really just a test shot of the film... CC welcome. Mark --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is

Re: PESO - The Annual Duckling Shot

2014-07-23 Thread Mark C
Nice shot of the duck family, Frank. Mark On 7/22/2014 11:11 PM, knarf wrote: Taken about 3 weeks ago. I love summer: http://knarfdummyblog.blogspot.ca/2014/07/the-annual-duckling-shot.html?m=1 Comments always welcome. Hope you enjoy. Cheers, frank “Analysis kills spontaneity.” --

Re: PESO - Statuette

2014-07-23 Thread Mark C
Thanks, RIck - this one frame came out OK - but no posts form the other 29 shots Mark On 7/23/2014 8:54 AM, Richard Womer wrote: Test shot. Sheesh. Even your test shots are excellent. Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW On Tue, Jul 22, 2014 at 10:28 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net

Re: PESO - Nest-keeping

2014-07-24 Thread Mark C
Clean or not clean, it's a good shot of the nesting pair in their environment. Mark On 7/23/2014 10:01 PM, knarf wrote: I prefer cleaner composition. I blame the red-necked grebes; clearly they value coziness over cleanliness: http://knarfdummyblog.blogspot.ca/2014/07/nest-keeping.html?m=1

Re: PESO - Orderly Jumble

2014-07-24 Thread Mark C
There's a pattern there - stoops and storm cellars... Mark On 7/23/2014 8:46 PM, Rick Womer wrote: From my walk through Olde Phillye a couple of weeks ago: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17808397 (K-5, DA 50-200) Comments appreciated! Rick --- This email is free from

Re: PESO - Pair

2014-07-24 Thread Mark C
Great capture! At what institution of higher learning was this taken? Mark On 7/24/2014 2:34 AM, Marco Alpert wrote: http://www.alpert.com/marco/photo14/peso23.html Comments, as always, welcomed. -Marco --- http://www.alpert.com/marco --- This email is free from viruses and

Re: Peso: Piece of the Buttes

2014-07-26 Thread Mark C
Well executed - good use of the fence in the foreground and the colors are very strong. Mark On 7/25/2014 11:14 AM, Jack Davis wrote: For no particular reason. Thoughts? J http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=788 --- This email is free from viruses and malware because

Re: PESO: Sphinx

2014-07-26 Thread Mark C
Interesting (and impressive) rock formation. I see the suggestion of a chin and brow in the profile... Mark On 7/25/2014 6:01 PM, Attila Boros wrote: Natural rock formation in the Bucegi Natural Park, Carpathian Mountains, Romania. It is located at an altitude of 2,216 metres, formed by wind

Re: Film that I have found.

2014-07-26 Thread Mark C
To whomever got the Technical Pan - I have a 3 Pack of Technidol powder that you are welcome to. Email me off list if interested. Mark On 7/26/2014 7:47 PM, Bill wrote: She who must be obeyed has decided that I must get rid of the last of the film in the deep freeze. Therefore, I offer the

GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-26 Thread Mark C
http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/more-july-insect-photos There is also one of the woods with some pretty flowers blooming... K-3 and A* 200 macro, woods shot was taken with K-3 and DA 16-45 f4. Comments always welcomed. Mark --- This email is free from viruses and malware

Re: PESO: Urlătoarea Waterfall

2014-07-26 Thread Mark C
The waterfall is gorgeous but the posts do distract ... Mark On 7/26/2014 11:07 AM, Attila Boros wrote: Waterfall on the Urlătoarea river near Bușteni, România, it drops from a height of about 15m. http://1x.com/photo/661757 or

Re: PESO: Balloon Landing on Neighbor's Lawn

2014-07-26 Thread Mark C
That's one happy looking balloon. I assume the landing was unplanned? Mark On 7/26/2014 11:30 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: Yesterday we went to the 2014 New Jersey Festival of Ballooning. I will post some images on the Festival soon. They had another launch this morning. One balloon almost

Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-27 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Jack! On 7/26/2014 11:11 PM, Jack Davis wrote: Nice work, Mark. J - Original Message - From: Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net To: PDML pdml@pdml.net Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2014 8:08:27 PM Subject: GESO - More July Insect Photos http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php

Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-27 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Attila - the woods really were quite inviting. I do not recall ever seeing the ironweed so abundant. Mark On 7/27/2014 7:16 AM, Attila Boros wrote: Impressive detail in the insects. I prefer the woods shot, very nice inviting green. On Sun, Jul 27, 2014 at 6:08 AM, Mark C pdml-m

Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-27 Thread Mark C
. The shape of the bud, the fine detail in the left wing, and the nice background all work together to good effect. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Sat, Jul 26, 2014 at 11:08 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php

Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-27 Thread Mark C
27, 2014 at 6:08 AM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/more-july-insect-photos There is also one of the woods with some pretty flowers blooming... K-3 and A* 200 macro, woods shot was taken with K-3 and DA 16-45 f4. Comments always welcomed

Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-27 Thread Mark C
: On 27/07/14 05:08, Mark C wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/more-july-insect-photos The only problem with these is that they made me start searching eBay for an A* 200 macro. As if I'd take equally nice insect photos if I only got the same lens. I most likely wouldn't

Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos

2014-07-28 Thread Mark C
experienced last June in the U P. -Original Message- From: Attila Boros attila.p...@gmail.com Subject: Re: GESO - More July Insect Photos Impressive detail in the insects. I prefer the woods shot, very nice inviting green. On Sun, Jul 27, 2014 at 6:08 AM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote

Re: PESO: Yesterday's Fawns

2014-07-28 Thread Mark C
Between the balloons and the fawns you have quite a happening neighborhood! Mark Mark On 7/27/2014 7:15 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: Taken from the car as we drove past these fawns on my neighbor's lawn yesterday. They are growning fast. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17822091

Re: PESO: This evening's fawn

2014-07-28 Thread Mark C
I agree with the other comments - the tension in the faun's body is great but the mother deer is too tight in the frame. The fawn alone would be better... On 7/27/2014 8:05 PM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: The same fawn and doe, but in our back yard instead of around the corner on the neighbor's

Re: PESO: Urlătoarea Waterfall [edit]

2014-07-28 Thread Mark C
That looks great! Big improvement without the posts. On 7/27/2014 6:51 AM, Attila Boros wrote: New version with posts removed: http://1x.com/photo/661757/all:user:445106 or http://500px.com/photo/77831743/url%C4%83toarea-waterfall-[edit]-by-attila-boros --- This email is free from

Re: PESO - The Crack of Doom

2014-07-28 Thread Mark C
Made me laugh! On 7/26/2014 7:12 PM, Marco Alpert wrote: http://www.alpert.com/marco/photo14/peso24.html Comments, as always, welcomed. -Marco --- http://www.alpert.com/marco --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active.

Re: PESO - Downy Yellow Violets

2014-07-29 Thread Mark C
Good capture - I did not know that these had a specific name. You must have been a ways away with a 300mm! Mark On 7/28/2014 2:27 PM, Ken Waller wrote: Also called Viola pubescens Taken in the U P of Michigan last June. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17821982 One of almost 700

GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch I was going to go out shooting today but wound up staying around the house to get caught up on some yard work. This goldfinch might have been a better photo op than anything I would have seen in the field. Comments welcome. K-3 and

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Bob! On 8/2/2014 6:40 PM, Bob W-PDML wrote: Superb On 2 Aug 2014, at 23:10, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch I was going to go out shooting today but wound up staying around the house to get caught up on some yard work

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
it the most interesting. but all so nice. That ready for my close up' shot is irresistable too. ann On 8/2/2014 18:10, Mark C wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch I was going to go out shooting today but wound up staying around the house to get caught up on some yard

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
looks like he is actually posing for you, and he looks quite proud. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Sat, Aug 2, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch I was going to go out shooting today

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
. I’ve noticed that birds seem to be much more afraid of people than of cars. I can drive up to the wetlands in my car and a heron won’t budge. But the minute I get out, he’s gone. Paul On Aug 2, 2014, at 6:10 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php

Re: Geso Mackinac Island Trip

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
Great set of photos, Don. As a Michigander born and raised I give them a rowdy Huzzah! - especially the bridge shots. Mark On 8/1/2014 2:23 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: Been reading the group regularly and loving the bird,balloons,sailboats,Philadelphia etc etc. Just haven't had time to comment as

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-02 Thread Mark C
11:06 PM, Jack Davis wrote: Extremely nice images, Mark. Were they all fairly heavy crops? J - Original Message - From: Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net To: PDML pdml@pdml.net Sent: Saturday, August 2, 2014 3:10:29 PM Subject: GESO - Goldfinch http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-03 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Attila! On 8/3/2014 12:08 PM, Attila Boros wrote: Excellent gallery! On Sun, Aug 3, 2014 at 1:10 AM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch I was going to go out shooting today but wound up staying around the house to get caught

Re: Empire Parliamentary Delegation to Australia, 1926

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Interesting collection of photos, David. Scanning them must have been fun! Mark On 7/29/2014 7:30 PM, David Mann wrote: Darren's old photo find has finally spurred me into action... Back in February I scanned a box of old glass slides (BW positives sandwiched in glass) from the Empire

Re: GESO

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Nice collection of birds - I like the grackle. I don't many of them these days. Mark On 8/5/2014 10:09 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Made a small, yes Cotty a small gallery of back yard jays etc http://www.caughtinmotion.com/2014-jays-cardinals/album/index.html Dave --- This email is free

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Frank! On 8/6/2014 11:22 PM, knarf wrote: I love goldfinches. Such pretty little things. Beautifully captured, Mark. Incredible sharpness. Cheers, frank On 2 August, 2014 6:10:29 PM EDT, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch

Re: GESO - Fjellet

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Nice collection of rural scenes. Is that purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria)? Is it a native plant there? Anyhow - good set, beautiful valleys. On 8/1/2014 4:08 PM, Toralf Lund wrote: A handful of snapshots from up in the mountains (as we say):

Re: GESO - Goldfinch

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
colours too. Nice! On Sat, Aug 2, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: http://www.markcassino.com/b2evolution/index.php/goldfinch I was going to go out shooting today but wound up staying around the house to get caught up on some yard work. This goldfinch might have been a better

Re: Geso - Second day trip to Philly

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Excellent collection, Ann. The brinks with the weeds is a great find, the row houses look quite inviting as well. Mark On 8/2/2014 12:52 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Stopped in Bristol, Pa briefly on the way to break up the trip Had a few chores to do in Philly - which included having some

Re: GESO: Another PDMLer goes to Mackinaw Island

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Excellent set of photos - the sailboats in the fog and the tall ship in the fog are great. Excellent timing on the cannon shot. The street scenes really capture the feel of the island. Mark On 8/3/2014 6:16 PM, Stan Halpin wrote: I enjoyed Don's recent shots of Mackinac. I spent a couple of

Re: GESO: Michigan - Upper Peninsula

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Another great collection - love the bugs and the little frog in particular. Mark On 8/3/2014 6:20 PM, Stan Halpin wrote: On my way from Mackinac to the central part of the UP (for a photo workshop starting in an hour or so) I spent some time at Tahquamenon Falls and the Seney NWR. A few

Re: PESO - Access

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
That *is* appealing - like a secret world beckons... On 8/7/2014 10:03 PM, knarf wrote: Don't know why this fascinated me: http://knarfdummyblog.blogspot.ca/2014/08/access.html?m=1 Drug flashback maybe? Hope you enjoy. Comments welcome. Cheers, frank “Analysis kills spontaneity.” --

Re: GESO: Kruger 1-4/08/2014

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Excellent gallery - remarkable beasts! On 8/8/2014 6:28 AM, Alan C wrote: Last weekend we trekked to Skukuza for the annual Half Marathon, travelling from Phalaborwa via Letaba, Satara Tshokwane to Lower Sabie Camp on the Friday (8 hours), to Skukuza back on the Saturday, to Letaba Camp on

Re: PESO - Anticipation

2014-08-09 Thread Mark C
Charming! On 8/5/2014 10:41 PM, knarf wrote: The annual fun fair showed up in our neighbourhood last weekend. A few interesting shots to be had: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.ca/2014/08/anticipation.html?m=1 Hope you enjoy. Comments welcome. Cheers, frank “Analysis kills spontaneity.” --

Re: PESO: Cataract Gorge

2014-08-10 Thread Mark C
Nicely composed scene with excellent lighting. Mark On 8/2/2014 11:17 PM, Philip Northeast wrote: Launceston's Cataract Gorge in Autumn K10D Sigma 18-125mm lens https://www.flickr.com/photos/27281712@N08/14627787058/ --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast!

Re: PESO: Forest colours

2014-08-10 Thread Mark C
I like the saturated colors - very lush! On 8/7/2014 4:28 PM, Attila Boros wrote: Re-editing an older photo: http://500px.com/photo/78981501/forest-colours-by-attila-boros K10D, DA 21mm Limited. --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is

Re: peso cardinal

2014-08-11 Thread Mark C
Nice background and pose - looks like the bird is molting! Mark On 8/11/2014 8:02 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Manged to get the set up closer to the feeders. Took some of the birds a while to get used to me but thats the story of my life. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17832642 K-5

Re: Peso La Tour de CN

2014-08-11 Thread Mark C
Interesting view of the town and tower! On 8/11/2014 10:46 AM, David J Brooks wrote: wife and I wen to the Blue Jays Tigers game Sunday. What a marathon, but we won.:-) Looked up while we were waiting on a stop light and saw this. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17832678 K-5 Sigma

Re: PESO orchid

2014-08-11 Thread Mark C
Exquisite composition and exposure - well done! Mark On 8/10/2014 4:58 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote: I struggled with a few orchids for years, trying to get them to bloom. Nothing. Moved them to a different location with just a bit more sun and they now bloom with regularity. Took this one out

Re: GESO Quick Trip to Asheville, NC

2014-08-11 Thread Mark C
Excellent gallery - the window reflections in #7 are very intriguing! Mark On 8/10/2014 11:18 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: Hi Everyone: I was recently in Asheville, NC for 5 days on work related business. Had a quick romp downtown on Saturday and did a Sunday drive with colleagues along the

Re: OT?: I've made the final round. Help a PDMLer win?

2014-08-11 Thread Mark C
Done! Good luck - I put you image head and shoulders over the others. On 8/10/2014 7:03 PM, Darren Addy wrote: If you are a PentaxForums member you probably already got the email to the 3rd (and FINAL) round viewing and voting threads. With the PDML's help my 2nd round photo was good enough to

Re: GESO: Canadian Rockies

2014-08-11 Thread Mark C
Excellent collection - I like how you varied styles and subjects between the images. Mark On 8/10/2014 6:07 PM, Matthew Hunt wrote: In June, I took a vacation with my wife and friends to Banff National Park and the surrounding area. I've been posting images gradually since then, and many of

Re: PESO - Air Jeremy

2014-08-13 Thread Mark C
Caught at a decisive moment! Great capture. Mark On 8/11/2014 9:23 PM, knarf wrote: Spent a few minutes at the Eighth Street Skate Park yesterday. Only one bike there: Jeremy, a young lad I'd never met, but he knew a few of the others who I've met and photographed so that was an icebreaker.

Re: Geso Indiana Amish Country

2014-08-13 Thread Mark C
Very nice collection - the couple in the buggy and the guy with his phone in front of the antiques store stand out for me. Mark On 8/12/2014 12:14 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: On my way to Mackinaw we spent two days in Indiana Amish area. These are a few photos of the trip all taken with Pentax. At

Re: PESO - Anticipation (in colour)

2014-08-13 Thread Mark C
Now we are in Oz! I like the color better, but the BW was excellent as well. Mark On 8/12/2014 10:03 PM, knarf wrote: Last week I posted a bw version of this. After some off-list discussion I decided to crop a bit tighter (to get rid of the menacing man at the right of the frame) and go

Re: PESO: Morning at the beach

2014-08-13 Thread Mark C
Wonderful lighting on that! On 7/30/2014 10:00 PM, Philip Northeast wrote: early morning expedition to a deserted beach at Bridport in Tasmania is deserted in winter https://www.flickr.com/photos/27281712@N08/14790739105/ K10D Sigma 18-125mm --- This email is free from viruses and

Re: Geso Indiana Amish Country

2014-08-13 Thread Mark C
Yeah - that is a good catch. A couple of years ago I made about 20 round trips into central Indiana from my home in Michigan, and one of my favorite routes was to take Indiana 13 straight down - passing through Shipshewana and then another 100+ miles south -it gets very rural along the way.

Opteka Extension Tubes for Pentax Q

2014-08-14 Thread Mark C
I ordered a set of the Opteka tubes for the Q last week and they arrived today. First impressions: They work as advertised retaining full AF and aperture control etc. They have full contacts so everything functions as you'd expect. But - the AF gets somewhat unreliable at higher

Re: Opteka Extension Tubes for Pentax Q

2014-08-14 Thread Mark C
excellent with the shorter tubes, though. Mark On 8/14/2014 9:09 PM, Zos Xavius wrote: Thanks for posting these. I wonder if the prime holds up any better. On Thu, Aug 14, 2014 at 8:36 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: I ordered a set of the Opteka tubes for the Q last week and they arrived

American Landscapes 2014

2014-08-15 Thread Mark C
Just thought that I'd share that I have a couple of photos hanging in the 14th annual American Landscapes exhibit hosted by the Maryland Federation of Art. This is the 4th Americna Landscapes show I've been able to get into - and the first one since 2008. The exhibit runs form August

Re: American Landscapes 2014

2014-08-15 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Paul! On 8/15/2014 7:11 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: Congratulations! Well deserved. Paul via phone On Aug 14, 2014, at 10:39 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: Just thought that I'd share that I have a couple of photos hanging in the 14th annual American Landscapes exhibit

Re: American Landscapes 2014

2014-08-15 Thread Mark C
Thanks, Don - and Jack, Attila Alan. My personal favorite is one that the judge did not select. I mentioned traveling into Indiana in a prior post and the first one was taken in Central Indiana while traveling for my job. Mark On 8/15/2014 3:43 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: If I can only vote for

Re: American Landscapes 2014

2014-08-15 Thread Mark C
Thanks Rick! Regarding camera gear - one of my favorite Harold Lloyd quotes: As Schaffner said to Marx: 'Clothes don't make the man... MEN make the clothes!' Thanks again! Mark On 8/15/2014 6:12 PM, Richard Womer wrote: Congratulations, Mark! Those pix are further proof that the

Re: Opteka Extension Tubes for Pentax Q

2014-08-15 Thread Mark C
I had never heard of Opteka before but I am glad that they produced these extension tubes. They work great! I'm surprised that no one produces even K-A mount compatible tubes for the K-AF2. I am lucky to have an old set of Vivitar tubes with all contacts - an A compatible setup - but AFAIK

Re: American Landscapes 2014

2014-08-15 Thread Mark C
Actually, Marcus Marx - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hartmarx And therein is the joke! Mark On 8/15/2014 11:11 PM, knarf wrote: Karl or Groucho? On 15 August, 2014 11:02:10 PM EDT, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: Thanks Rick! Regarding camera gear - one of my favorite Harold Lloyd

Re: American Landscapes 2014

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
painterly feel to it. I'm curious: Do you scan your Holga negatives (or what sort of workflow do you like to use)? On Thu, Aug 14, 2014 at 9:39 PM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: Just thought that I'd share that I have a couple of photos hanging in the 14th annual American Landscapes exhibit

Re: GESO: Optimism

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
Damn! For 15 years old - that is one fast growing tree! Good luck to your neighbor - the wall would be better off if it were moved a few yards Mark On 8/14/2014 3:55 AM, Alan C wrote: A Phalaborwa resident trying to save his wall from an ever expanding Baobab tree. The tree is about 15

Re: OT: Return of the Bluebird

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
Nice to have such a beautiful bird hanging about. My Kwansan cherry produced virtually no flowers this year but seems to be doing OK despite the bad winter. I wish it attracted birds like that! On 8/16/2014 8:18 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: I was able to grab this quick snap of the bluebird

Re: PESO - Air Jeremy (colour version)

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
I like the colro verions better - he does indeed pop out a bit more! Mark On 8/14/2014 10:43 PM, knarf wrote: I wonder if colour gets him to pop out of the trees a bit more? I also cropped a bit tighter and vertical rather than square:

Re: PESO -- Rainbow Piercing Cloud

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
That's quite a sight! Great contrast between the rainbow and ominous clouds. On 8/16/2014 4:44 PM, Richard Womer wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17836872size=lg Comments appreciated! Rick --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection

Re: PESO 2014 - 195 - GDG

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
I get a page not found error - maybe flickr behaving badly On 8/15/2014 10:53 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: At breakfast with a friend … Nice just to do a straightforward portrait now and then! https://flic.kr/p/o Thanks for looking! Comments always appreciated. Godfrey --- The fact

Re: PESO: Pony

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
Wonderful colors and detail - beautiful shot. Mark On 8/16/2014 9:29 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: An ornate horse on the carousel ride at the charity fair at which I worked Thursday evening: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17836491size=lg Comments are invited. Dan Matyola

Re: Resend: PESO 2014 - 195 - GDG

2014-08-16 Thread Mark C
Ah - the link. Bright eyed chap even in the early morning. Nice shot. On 8/15/2014 11:35 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Sorry for the bad link … It's been replaced with a good one At breakfast with a friend … Nice just to do a straightforward portrait now and then! https://flic.kr/p/oJJC1r

Re: OT: stacking, again more help please

2014-08-17 Thread Mark C
Hi Ann - For what you are doing, I think that the ideal would be to put the camera on a set of focus rails, focus in on the front edge and then just move the rails a little closer, shoot again, repeat till you get to the end. If you don't have the focus rails just turn the focus ring. Given

Re: OT: stacking, again more help please

2014-08-17 Thread Mark C
extra for each picture or not. Mark On 8/17/2014 5:49 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: On 8/17/2014 17:32, Mark C wrote: Hi Ann - For what you are doing, I think that the ideal would be to put the camera on a set of focus rails, focus in on the front edge and then just move the rails a little closer

Re: GESO: Last batch from my UP workshop

2014-08-17 Thread Mark C
Excellent finale to a really great set of images, Stan. The tree frogs are great as is the spider and the grasshopper in the coneflower. Strong images across the board though. Mark On 8/17/2014 2:08 PM, Stanley Halpin wrote: I’ve added 10 more images to the gallery I started while in the

Re: Pesos Birds, again

2014-08-18 Thread Mark C
Nice shots Dave - good idea on mounting the branch just out of sight of the feeder. squirrel planted a walnut near my feeder and now, just a few years later, I got the same sort of deal going on. Nice poses in both though the first one is quite nice. That's a female house sparrow... Mark

Re: Opteka Extension Tubes for Pentax Q

2014-08-19 Thread Mark C
be a crazy discovery if two different brands of Q tubes exist and none for PK mount Toine On 15 August 2014 02:36, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: I ordered a set of the Opteka tubes for the Q last week and they arrived today. First impressions: They work as advertised retaining full AF

Re: Surgery day for Doug Brewer

2014-08-21 Thread Mark C
Thanks for letting us know, Mark. I join everyone else in wishing the best to Doug. I hope everything goes well! Mark On 8/21/2014 8:55 AM, Mark Roberts wrote: Today's the day our beloved listmeister is scheduled for surgery. He'd talked to me about turning over all the List management

Re: Fwd: Pentax K-3 Photo Contest Winners

2014-08-22 Thread Mark C
Yes! Congratulations! Mark On 8/22/2014 9:09 AM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: I just received this announcement. So, who is this cheekygeek guy? G Congratulations! Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola -- Forwarded message -- From: PentaxForums.com

Re: PESO 2014 - 212 - GDG

2014-08-24 Thread Mark C
Lovely light and composition - a very inviting place. Mark On 8/24/2014 3:46 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Something still and quiet about this morning. https://flic.kr/p/oSzxWt Thanks for looking! Comments always appreciated. enjoy! Godfrey --- They say, 'Seize the Moment!' Well, maybe it's

Re: Paris through Pentax 67 viewfinder

2014-08-25 Thread Mark C
On 8/25/2014 5:19 PM, Attila Boros wrote: This was posted on FB. That viewfinder sure looks great! http://www.thephoblographer.com/2014/08/25/see-paris-gorgeous-pentax-67-viewfinder Cool - the original Live View mode! (No focus peaking though...) Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

OT - Epson 3880

2014-08-30 Thread Mark C
Trying to print a photo yesterday on my Epson 3800 I found that the photo black ink cartridge appears to be empty, even though I just replaced it a month ago and have run only a handful of prints since then. The maintenance cartridge, which I also replaced last month, is showing 35% full,

Re: OT - Epson 3880

2014-08-30 Thread Mark C
On Aug 30, 2014, at 9:47 AM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote: Trying to print a photo yesterday on my Epson 3800 I found that the photo black ink cartridge appears to be empty, even though I just replaced it a month ago and have run only a handful of prints since then. The maintenance

Re: OT - Epson 3880

2014-08-30 Thread Mark C
Black T580100 Cyan T580200 Yellow T580400 Light Cyan T580500 Light Black T580700 Matte Black T580800 Light Light Black T580900 3800 Magenta T580300 Light Magenta T580600 3880 Vivid Magenta T580A00 Light Vivid Magenta T580B00 Godfrey On Aug 30, 2014, at 9:47 AM, Mark C pdml-m...@charter.net wrote

Re: Peso - City storm clouds - Astor Place

2014-08-31 Thread Mark C
I love the contrast between the whorls and texture in the clouds and the sleek clean lines of the building. Mark On 8/24/2014 11:45 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Havent done much shooting lately, except for stuff studio shots of things I'm selling on ebay.. This is a couple blocks from my apt.

Re: PESO: oldest bridge

2014-08-31 Thread Mark C
Beautiful subject, great lighting and composition! Mark On 8/27/2014 11:17 PM, Philip Northeast wrote: This is the oldest bridge in Australia, at Richmond Tasmania, built in 1823 https://www.flickr.com/photos/27281712@N08/14828250687/ --- This email is free from viruses and malware

Re: OT - Epson 3880

2014-08-31 Thread Mark C
a lower price or a different rebate in September... But in any case, - it looks like BH has that rebate, and their price is lower than at other places: $1139, and the rebate is applicable. (double check it yourself though.) HTH, Igor Mark C Sat, 30 Aug 2014 09:48:06 -0700 wrote: Trying to print

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