Re: my order has shipped!

2016-05-31 Thread Christine Nielsen
Well, OK, I guess you could spin it that way... I prefer to think of it as almost 2 weeks ahead of schedule. But, that's just me. :) -c On May 31, 2016, at 9:08 PM, Larry Colen wrote: Christine Nielsen wrote: > For those keeping score at home, a K-1 ordered on May 3 is scheduled

Re: my order has shipped!

2016-05-31 Thread Christine Nielsen
Lol. I'm tempted to argue that my wait time was shorter, but... we've all been waiting way too long, anyway. ;) -c On May 31, 2016, at 7:29 PM, Bill wrote: > On 5/31/2016 8:20 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > For those keeping score at home, a K-1 ordered on May 3 is s

my order has shipped!

2016-05-31 Thread Christine Nielsen
For those keeping score at home, a K-1 ordered on May 3 is scheduled to be delivered to me tomorrow... B&H had projected delivery by June 12, so... not too shabby. :) -c -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, pl

Re: wide angle comparison

2016-05-02 Thread Christine Nielsen
ttp://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/50064023 > On Mon, May 2, 2016 at 4:26 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > So, for all of the other visual learners out there, who don't bother > with FOV conversions & charts (The rest of you move along, lest > you be tempted to reply: DUH

wide angle comparison

2016-05-02 Thread Christine Nielsen
So, for all of the other visual learners out there, who don't bother with FOV conversions & charts (The rest of you move along, lest you be tempted to reply: DUH...) Recently, I had the need to explore the ranges of wide angle lenses. I have the 12-24mm for my k-5ii, but was curious how much

Re: PDML: Where are you located? (Lurkers also welcome to reply.)

2016-04-16 Thread Christine Nielsen
Boston area- a hamlet to the south of that city called Hingham. I'd recommend it but for the high real estate costs, occasional hurricanes, and ubiquitous Dunkin Donuts. ;) -c On Apr 14, 2016, at 10:07 AM, Darren Addy wrote: I'm curious as to where in the world PDML people are located. A fe

lens repair record!

2016-04-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
Eight days ago, I shipped my 16-50 off to Precision Camera for a new motor. Today, it arrived back on my doorstep. Along with the hood, and front & rear caps. Everything fits as it should, and... AF appears to be working as well. Someday, when it stops raining & snowing, I'll take it out for t

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-20 Thread Christine Nielsen
e of the posts in this thread. I'll > update the list once I have her back from the spa. > > Cheers, > > Yonnie > > On Fri, Mar 18, 2016 at 12:23 PM, Christine Aguila > wrote: >> >> >>> On Mar 18, 2016, at 12:14 PM, Christine Nielsen >>

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
uch. On Thu, Mar 17, 2016 at 11:46 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: > Some places can't repair it because special tools are required. CRIS sent > mine to Japan. Two months passed , I complained and Pentax replaced it with a > new one. > > Paul via phone > >> On Mar 1

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
Precision charges $214 to repair a lens (including a bit extra for >> second day air return postage). I'd be inclined to suggest that you >> sell the lens as-is for about $250 less than you would with it fixed, >> and let the new owner get the fresh warranty on the repair.

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
o sell as-is, then be sure to offer (and > include) full detailed instructions on how the buyer can access repair > services. Preferably service(s) with which you have had personal experience… > > Good luck! > > stan > >> On Mar 17, 2016, at 11:40 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: &g

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
s. > > Precision charges $214 to repair a lens (including a bit extra for second > day air return postage). I'd be inclined to suggest that you sell the lens > as-is for about $250 less than you would with it fixed, and let the new > owner get the fresh warranty on the repair. > &

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-18 Thread Christine Nielsen
t; second day air return postage). I'd be inclined to suggest that you >> sell the lens as-is for about $250 less than you would with it fixed, >> and let the new owner get the fresh warranty on the repair. >> >> Christine Nielsen wrote: >>> >>> Where are

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-15 Thread Christine Nielsen
rranty on the repair. Christine Nielsen wrote: > Where are we sending lenses for SDM repairs these days? Is CRIS still > around? Is there a better place (in the US)? > > I have a 16-50 that gave up on me a couple years ago... So, it's time. ;) > > That lens, and a handf

Re: Lens repair?

2016-03-15 Thread Christine Nielsen
the 24-90. It's one sweet lens. I've used it on my istD-K10-K-7-K-5 a lot (1/8 of my 41K exposures in Lightroom), and it's very sharp with excellent contrast and pleasing bokeh. If I got a K-1 (which I do not plan to do), it would be my "numero uno" lens. Rick > On M

Re: GESO: Grace

2016-03-15 Thread Christine Nielsen
Great shots, I bet she can't wait to share them on Instagram! ;) Fun to have such a willing & winsome subject! -c On Mar 15, 2016, at 8:12 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=1089242 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listi

Lens repair?

2016-03-15 Thread Christine Nielsen
Where are we sending lenses for SDM repairs these days? Is CRIS still around? Is there a better place (in the US)? I have a 16-50 that gave up on me a couple years ago... So, it's time. ;) That lens, and a handful of other items (fa 24-90, a k-7, *ist-dl, maybe a k-5, etc) could be up for gr

Re: You have an extra 24 hrs to send in your photos this year!

2016-02-29 Thread Christine Nielsen
After I uploaded my first image, I clicked on the "upload another image" button ( or something to that effect) on the confirmation screen... That led to an error page, link not found, or similar... I just went back to the link from your email & it connected me without issue. Just FYI. -c O

Re: A photograph that lies without being faked

2016-02-18 Thread Christine Nielsen
I'd bet a truckload of organic fertilizer that the lawn wasn't as lush & green in reality, either. And I bet the listing described it as "charming"... ;) -c On Thu, Feb 18, 2016 at 10:52 AM, Mark Roberts wrote: > Bulent Celasun wrote: > >>Interesting. >> >>I believe it is unethical. No idea wh

Re: Camera size has the K-1 available for comparison.

2016-02-18 Thread Christine Nielsen
Well, I appreciate you doing this crap. ;) I've been *this* close a couple of times to pulling the trigger on a D750, but I prefer a smallish-er camera... :) -c On Thu, Feb 18, 2016 at 2:32 PM, P.J. Alling wrote: > The image I stole to post last night was a bit misleading. The K-1 is quite > a

Re: K1 ordered

2016-02-18 Thread Christine Nielsen
(De-lurking for this momentous occasion) Good for you, Paul! I am tempted... But, I've never been an early adopter type (though, I'm not sure this product qualifies in that category...!). I'm nervous about being the test market for a brand-new product... But what's the worst that could happe

Re: I *must* have this lens...

2015-06-26 Thread Christine Nielsen
I wondered about the shadows, too... I notice that most of those sample shots seem to be done with additional lighting... Still. Hmmm ;) -c On Jun 24, 2015, at 1:21 AM, David Mann wrote: That’s very cool but I don’t think I’d have the patience to use it. I have enough trouble casting

Re: Peso - Tushy Tweaker

2015-05-18 Thread Christine Nielsen
sweet moment! Brought back fond memories of the tushies I've tweaked... ;) -c On Sun, May 17, 2015 at 4:05 PM, paul stenquist wrote: > http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=18023717&size=lg > > DA* 60-250, f5.6, ISO 400, 170mm, K-3 > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http:

Re: OT - IR Conversion

2015-05-16 Thread Christine Nielsen
I'm intrigued by the IR conversion, too... I have an *ist-d or a k-7 I'd consider converting... Any thoughts on which is the better candidate? -c On May 16, 2015, at 9:49 AM, Christine Aguila wrote: Thanks for the link, Mark! I just may convert my k-10D. This idea gets a serious think. He

Re: LR6 bobbles

2015-05-15 Thread Christine Nielsen
I haven't run into those issues... For me, LR6 just seems to be hanging at random intervals... I've had to "force quit" more times than I care to mention... There is an update out there... 6.0.1, I think? Just installed that today, we'll see. If the hanging thing sorts out, I'll be on the looko

Re: Lightroom 6 pano & upgrade

2015-05-13 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hi Christine! Cool pano... I need to try that out myself soon. I also just did the LR6 upgrade... From LR 4... And had to bump up my OS to 10.10 from 10.6(ish?). I wish I could report that everything went off without a hitch, but... I think I'm past the worst of it now. I'm sure you'll do f

Re: Happy Mother's Day

2015-05-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
On behalf of all of us at the PDML mothers' group, I thank you! ;) -c On May 10, 2015, at 8:09 AM, Jack Davis wrote: All you Moms have a GREAT DAY!! J -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit

Re: A day in the life of a pro cycling photographer

2015-05-04 Thread Christine Nielsen
Me, too! Thanks for sharing that. -c On May 3, 2015, at 8:56 PM, David Mann wrote: I enjoyed reading this article... http://cyclingtips.com.au/2015/04/a-day-with-professional-photographer-kristof-ramon/ Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman

Re: Anybody tethering a k-5ii? Plus, camera seizure bonus tale.

2015-04-14 Thread Christine Nielsen
-c On Apr 14, 2015, at 5:39 PM, Bob W-PDML wrote: Clever idea! B > On 14 Apr 2015, at 19:21, Christine Nielsen wrote: > > So... here's an update... while waiting on the cheapo display screen > that I ordered to arrive, inspiration struck. Connecting the camera >

Re: Anybody tethering a k-5ii? Plus, camera seizure bonus tale.

2015-04-14 Thread Christine Nielsen
an get the aspect ratio issue ironed out, it could be a moderately OK solution... the screen is a good size, 8 inches, tilts, flips & swivels, and it has a battery pack and a car adapter. -c On Mon, Apr 13, 2015 at 4:21 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > Thanks guys. > > I am cu

Re: Anybody tethering a k-5ii? Plus, camera seizure bonus tale.

2015-04-13 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks guys. I am currently leaning towards picking up a monitor that will do hdmi in... FWIW, I have in the past been able to use the hdmi connection from camera to projector, enabling me to show students both live view and image review -c On Apr 13, 2015, at 12:55 PM, Igor PDML-StR wr

Re: Anybody tethering a k-5ii? Plus, camera seizure bonus tale.

2015-04-12 Thread Christine Nielsen
easy-peasy. Unless anyone has found a work-around for this? Seems unlikely form the little research I've done... So, time out while I consider which purchase to make: - HDMI monitor? - laptop, HDMI in enabled - camera, that can legit tether Hmmm. -c On Sat, Apr 11, 2015 at 11:35 PM,

Re: Anybody tethering a k-5ii? Plus, camera seizure bonus tale.

2015-04-11 Thread Christine Nielsen
ent to how long the card's wi-fi remains active after the last image is transferred but that uses more from the camera battery so it's a balancing act as to how long you want the card's wi-fi to run vs battery life. Uf-da...does that make any sense? HTH -p > On 4/10/2015 1

Re: Anybody tethering a k-5ii? Plus, camera seizure bonus tale.

2015-04-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
You might even call it a "gift". This may be why I have little confidence in tethering software that comes with a "use at own risk" warning... On Apr 10, 2015, at 12:23 PM, Bob Sullivan wrote: Yes, a special talent! > On Fri, Apr 10, 2015 at 10:41 AM, Christine Nie

Re: Your guess on the Pentax Full Frame specs?

2015-02-05 Thread Christine Nielsen
I'm thinking the long-suffering Pentaxians are going to exhaust themselves with all the flapping long before this camera ever gets here. Pace yourselves, people. Y'all are gonna be too pooped to pop. ;) -c Ps: just black? On Feb 5, 2015, at 8:33 PM, Mark Roberts wrote: I'm thinking it'

Re: Boston update about the blizzard

2015-01-27 Thread Christine Nielsen
Reporting in from 15 or so miles south of Boston.. I'd say it's every bit as bad as was hyped. We have a solid 2 feet at least, and it's still coming down pretty heavily right now. And it's not light & fluffy stuff, either. My parents, who live on the coast another 10 miles south, have a se

Re: Stolen Merchandise on Photobucket

2014-12-12 Thread Christine Nielsen
Unbelievable. What is this guy thinking? He must be an idiot as well as a thief, he can't even steal right! Good luck! -c On Dec 12, 2014, at 7:52 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: The pics have been published with my credit so it's quite clear that I'm the copyright holder. And one of those he ha

Re: AC adapter for flash? peso included...

2014-12-09 Thread Christine Nielsen
> > Other reasons: the CyberSync radio xceiver can be installed > internally, and it's cheap ($30); small size and weight; Paul C Buff > reputation for service and support; excellent value for the money > (factory direct sales); good selection of reasonably priced modifiers &

Re: AC adapter for flash? peso included...

2014-12-08 Thread Christine Nielsen
, Dec 7, 2014 at 5:59 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > > Hello & Happy Holidaze to one & all > > > > I'm sorry it's been a while since I've been around... life has gotten > > busy and photographic inspiration has been scarce, it seems. So it > > g

Re: AC adapter for flash? peso included...

2014-12-08 Thread Christine Nielsen
ching plug?? > On Sun, Dec 7, 2014 at 10:23 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > Thanks, Bruce, Bruce & Paul! > > I was aware of the battery pack... and that might be just the ticket if I > were out shooting weddings & such, but I was looking for a solution for more > of a studio s

Re: AC adapter for flash? peso included...

2014-12-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
rop at the battery. A good cell will only droop a little, while a weak cell will drop as much as a volt. But I'm getting really tired of the whole song and dance around flashes and batteries so I'm gifting myself some Paul Buff monolights this Christmas. > On Sun, Dec 7, 2014 at 5:59 P

AC adapter for flash? peso included...

2014-12-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hello & Happy Holidaze to one & all I'm sorry it's been a while since I've been around... life has gotten busy and photographic inspiration has been scarce, it seems. So it goes. Hope all is well with you? I think I already know the answer to my question (no), but here goes: does anyone know

Re: deep crop on K-3

2014-07-03 Thread Christine Nielsen
Wait, what? You got the K-3?!? Man, where have I been? :) -c On May 25, 2014, at 2:00 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: Hi Everyone: I’m amazed at the usable quality of this picture given the deep crop I’ve tried. The low ISO to be sure helps, but still . . . Here’s the screen shot of the de

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2014-04-15 Thread Christine Nielsen
We heard from Nick last night on that Ugh! It better not come here... This is the winter that just won't end! :( -c On Apr 14, 2014, at 7:47 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: It is time to fire the weather gods. Screaming in Chicago! Sent from my iPad -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML

Re: PESO: Dog and Pony Show

2014-03-30 Thread Christine Nielsen
Fun shot! I love the Big Apple Circus, they do a nice job. :) -c On Sat, Mar 29, 2014 at 9:08 PM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: > From the Big Apple Circus again; > http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17721213 > Comments are invited. > > Dan Matyola > http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmat

Re: BESO - Cone of Shame or Cone of Happiness?

2014-03-30 Thread Christine Nielsen
29, 2014 at 2:08 PM, Rick Womer wrote: > Great shots, wondrously patient dog, and wow, what creative kids you have! > > Rick > > On Mar 27, 2014, at 1:43 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > >> Hell out there! >> >> It's been a long, cold winter here, an

Re: PESO -- Special Pleading.

2014-03-28 Thread Christine Nielsen
We have a doodle, too, and I can vouch that they are very springy. Though, our guy isn't a wanderer, so he's never been inspired to leap the fence. Cute pooch, I'd be tempted to invite Sally to visit for the day if she showed up on my doorstep. :) -c http://christinenielsen.com http://faceboo

Re: OT - getting great dog portraits

2014-03-28 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks for sharing that, Bruce. Very interesting, and I love her term, "photography companion dog". I have one of those! :) -c http://christinenielsen.com http://facebook.com/ChristineNielsenPhotography On Mar 27, 2014, at 4:04 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: 500px has a blog entry up on Elke Voge

Re: BESO - Cone of Shame or Cone of Happiness?

2014-03-27 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks, guys... and Ann! Poor Wally, indeed. He puts up with a lot. :) On Thu, Mar 27, 2014 at 8:34 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > LOL! Pr doggie! > > That's quite adorable, though. > > ann > > > On 3/27/2014 13:43, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> >>

BESO - Cone of Shame or Cone of Happiness?

2014-03-27 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hell out there! It's been a long, cold winter here, and my photo mojo has been MIA for a while. Last week, I found inspiration in the strangest of places - The Cone of Shame. Wally the Dog had surgery, and has been sentenced to wearing one of those aggravating Elizabethan collars as he

Re: OT: cameras for spies?

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
On Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 5:55 PM, Steve Cottrell wrote: > On 17/1/14, Christine Nielsen, discombobulated, unleashed: > >>Your mission, should you choose to accept it: name the camera/set-up >>you would most likely use as a spy. > > Easy. A GoPro. Quick walk down the aisl

Re: OT: cameras for spies?

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
On Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 3:30 PM, Bob W wrote: > On 17 Jan 2014, at 16:09, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> >> >> >> Your mission, should you choose to accept it: name the camera/set-up >> you would most likely use as a spy. >> > > Of course nobody on the

Re: OT: cameras for spies?

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hmmm... interesting thanks! On Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 1:57 PM, John wrote: > Maybe http://www.spyville.com/button-camera.html > > > On 1/17/2014 11:09 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> >> OK, not James Bond, CIA, wikileaks kind of spying. (Just checking to >> see

Re: OT: cameras for spies?

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
Aahz Maruch wrote: > On Fri, Jan 17, 2014, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> >> Your mission, should you choose to accept it: name the camera/set-up >> you would most likely use as a spy. > > Right now, I'd probably pick the Panasonic GM1 with its kit lens. We &g

Re: OT: cameras for spies?

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
per store. > Regards, Bob S. > > On Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 10:09 AM, Christine Nielsen > wrote: >> OK, not James Bond, CIA, wikileaks kind of spying. (Just checking to >> see if the NSA is really listening...) >> >> More of the retail variety. Think "dou

Re: PESO - Flex duct

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
Maybe you could do a series of these, and create a pin-up calendar for HVAC contractors? :) -c On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 6:12 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: > Note: may be NSFW depending on your officemates' attitude toward art tushies. > > Part of my Spiral Bound series. > > http://off-axis.brucemwalker

OT: cameras for spies?

2014-01-17 Thread Christine Nielsen
OK, not James Bond, CIA, wikileaks kind of spying. (Just checking to see if the NSA is really listening...) More of the retail variety. Think "double O seven eleven." A friend is working with a company that researches price information at various department and grocery stores for competitor bu

Re: PESO: Made in Detroit

2014-01-13 Thread Christine Nielsen
Ah, how interesting! We were looking to buy a watch for our son this Christmas... my husband wanted to buy an American made, analog watch... he settled on a brand, whose name now escapes me, but is of course, no longer made, and only found on the resale market. I wish we had known about this, sin

Re: GESO - CES and Paul's Pic

2014-01-13 Thread Christine Nielsen
Is it Canon? Or Nikon? That has Ashton Kutcher doing their promos..? They figured it out. Well, they would have, anyway, if I could remember what brand it was off the top of my head. But the general idea is the same. :) -c http://christinenielsen.com http://facebook.com/ChristineNielse

Re: GESO - CES and Paul's Pic

2014-01-13 Thread Christine Nielsen
Interesting report, Marnie, thanks. We all know they are trying to sell those colorful cameras to women, so... why no beefcake in the booth to accompany them??? :) -c On Mon, Jan 13, 2014 at 12:59 AM, wrote: > I went to CES in Las Vegas and just got back. These were shot with the X-5 > (which

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-13 Thread Christine Nielsen
s" that allow moisture to escape, after the frost melts. ;) Thanks to all for the kind comments and to everyone who had a look. :) -c On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 8:27 PM, steve harley wrote: > on 2014-01-09 18:47 Christine Nielsen wrote > >> In a lovely change of pace today, I got t

Re: OT: snowblower

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
Over the years, we have been most grateful for neighbors who share our philosophy that more than a few snowblowers per block is excessive. We have an arrangement with the family next door, in which we keep the gas tanks filled, and do the simple repairs to keep it running... and we help ourselves t

Re: The Pentax CES Display...

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
Big congrats, Paul. Very exciting and well deserved! :) -c On Thu, Jan 2, 2014 at 3:35 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote: > ...will include one of my photos—“Birmingham Gentleman.” The Ricoh marketing > people chose it after perusing the Pentax Gallery, and I provided a 50 meg. > tiff file. I believe

Re: PESO - Subway Sleeper

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
I've never understood the ability to fall asleep wherever & whenever. My husband can do it ... is it a skill or a liability...? :) -c On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 1:27 PM, knarf wrote: > Modern life, I guess. We're all so over-tired we nap whenever we can, > sometimes in the midst of tumult: > > htt

Re: Boris PESO #02 - Waiting

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
Mmmm... lovely. That reminds me, I want to go out for dinner tonight. :) Reminds me of the place we often go... :) -c On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 1:36 PM, Boris Liberman wrote: > Hello. > > Here's a fresh photograph: > > http://pentax-ways.blogspot.co.il/2014/01/2013-02-waiting.html > > Even at f

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
an 10, 2014 at 3:21 PM, Attila Boros wrote: > Beautiful frost! How cold was out there? > > Happy New Year! > > On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 3:47 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> Ok... take two... this time I'll try not to hit "send" before I get >> to the second

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
Ah thanks, you are too kind. Mother Nature should get most of the credit, me thinks. XX back at ya, :) -c On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 2:19 PM, Steve Cottrell wrote: > On 9/1/14, Christine Nielsen, discombobulated, unleashed: > >>http://www.christinenielsen.com/sharing/h67a1

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
are probably toast. > Regards, Bob S. > > On Fri, Jan 10, 2014 at 9:36 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> Thanks, everyone, for the kind remarks! >> >> Maybe I will get my act together this year for the book, after all ... :) >> >> This is what I found myself doi

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
eauty, and the last > for what appears to be a sailing ship made of frost. I hope you > submit one of these to the annual so I'll have a print :-) > > ann > > > On 1/10/2014 03:05, Bob W wrote: >> >> They're wonderful. >> >>> On 10 Jan 2014,

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-10 Thread Christine Nielsen
10, 2014 at 10:20 AM, Mark Roberts wrote: > Christine Nielsen wrote: > >>Hi all & happy new year! > > Oh yes! You should send one or two of those in for the PDML book :) > > -- > Mark Roberts - Photography & Multimedia > www.robertstech.com > > > > &g

Re: PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-09 Thread Christine Nielsen
right to scroll through) :) -c On Thu, Jan 9, 2014 at 8:46 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: > [waits for the other shoe to drop ...] > > On Thu, Jan 9, 2014 at 8:35 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> Hi all & happy new year! >> >> -- >> http://christinenielsen.com >> h

PESOs: polar vortex + window

2014-01-09 Thread Christine Nielsen
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Re: studio gear lust

2013-12-11 Thread Christine Nielsen
I borrowed that very set-up from a friend a few weeks back for a headshot-type shoot. It had the white backdrop, which was a canvas... I feel like it might be on the heavy side for a shoot-thru softbox, but maybe. All in all, it was kind of nifty. It all stashes in a bag, and goes together prett

Re: FSF: Some Pentax A, FA, Tamron, Tokina, Vivitar, etc lenses and 1.7x AF Adapter

2013-12-02 Thread Christine Nielsen
Ooo... Me! Possibly... Will send you a message off list. :) -c On Dec 2, 2013, at 4:57 PM, Miserere wrote: Wow, no bites at all? Now y'all are going to force me to go sell my wares at Pentax Forums :-\ By the way, anyone interested in a black 31 Ltd? Cheers, —M. \/\/o/\/\ --> http

Re: LR question... Exporting catalog for rating, etc...

2013-10-24 Thread Christine Nielsen
eate collections, metadata, whatever. When back to your main system, import the edited catalog. All your edits, collections, etc will move into the main catalog. Godfrey > On Oct 24, 2013, at 2:20 PM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > > Hi all, > > I have been gathering together onto a

LR question... Exporting catalog for rating, etc...

2013-10-24 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hi all, I have been gathering together onto a single drive all of the various family (digital) photos we have taken over the years... And now they are all organized by year, and imported into LR 4. That was the easy part... Now I'd like to be able to go through them, select favorites, rate them,

Re: K-3: And here are your OFFICIAL specs

2013-10-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
Ha... I recently got one, too. It's all good, though. Let the early adopters work out the kinks, I say. :) -c On Mon, Oct 7, 2013 at 8:02 PM, Brendan MacRae wrote: > crap. all of 87 actuations on the K-5IIs and i want the new camera > (mostly for video). > > willpower, i'm counting on you. > >

Re: peso: jump!

2013-10-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks to all who had a look & commented... it's official, the shadow stays! :) Marnie, this is actually our neighbor's trampoline, too. They are rarely home, and don't mind us borrowing it every now & then. It's built over a pit, so the tramp is at grade...My daughter loves it, she's a gymnast

Re: A camera for mom...?

2013-10-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
o easy to use). > > http://www.dpreview.com/products/nikon/compacts/nikon_cps31 > > > > > - Mensaje original - > De: Christine Nielsen > Para: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > CC: > Enviado: Viernes 4 de octubre de 2013 18:20 > Asunto: Re: A camera for mom...? > &

Re: facebook post about being the community photographer

2013-10-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
So... as a parent who does shoot a fair amount of photos of kids at games, recitals, etc., I think I understand what you are driving at. I do not want to be in the position of feeling taken advantage of, or taken for granted as the "community photographer." Especially since, I am a photographer i

Re: peso: jump!

2013-10-04 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks, Bruce, Jack, Bob & Boris... I appreciate the feedback! :) -c On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 7:15 AM, Boris Liberman wrote: > Wonderful! Absolutely show this picture to her when she's like 21 years old. > Personally, I think shadow only adds here. > > > On 10/4/2013 4:

Re: A camera for mom...?

2013-10-04 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks, all for the suggestions... I will look into a rugged compact, they live at the beach, so water/weather resistance is important. :) -c On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 11:55 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > > Thanks, all for the suggestions... I will look into a rugged compact, they > li

Re: PESO: Big Ears

2013-10-03 Thread Christine Nielsen
Wow, those ears! A captivating creature... Thanks for sharing. :) -c On Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 3:57 AM, Alan C wrote: > A portrait of a pretty Kudu cow. Kudus are quite large antelopes. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/wisselstroom/10065637225/lightbox/ > > K7 FA 100-300 @ 100 ISO 400 1/350sec

Re: GESO: Just in Time for Thanksgiving

2013-10-03 Thread Christine Nielsen
Were they in your yard? Last year, we had a family of 10 turkeys who would wander through ours pretty regularly, but I haven't seen them lately Fun to see them up close, though. :) -c On Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 2:57 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote: > http://photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=1060027 >

peso: jump!

2013-10-03 Thread Christine Nielsen
Trampolines are so much fun. It's a pity they are so dangerous. We took a risk, in order to try out my new radio triggers... http://www.christinenielsen.com/sharing/h7f652ab4#h7f652ab4 This was just for testing fun, but next time I might try to position the lights to eliminate the shadow. Or, c

A camera for mom...?

2013-10-03 Thread Christine Nielsen
So, here's a question... what kind of camera would you recommend for your mother? Your mother who isn't tech-savvy in any way. Who wants to take pics of the grandkids and the dog, on the beach, and at dance recitals and soccer games I'm thinking easy to use, not enormous or heavy, probably n

Re: PESO - Cliff Dwelling

2013-10-03 Thread Christine Nielsen
Impressive! We were there a few years ago.. of course in the middle of the day & deep shade under the overhangs... I should go back & look at the files I shot with the k-7 & see how they did... Did you go on the tour of the sites? I remember it being a challenge for anyone with a fear of heights

Re: PESO: Real Games

2013-09-20 Thread Christine Nielsen
r that. :) On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 2:09 AM, David Mann wrote: > On Sep 20, 2013, at 3:55 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: > >> And, no, college in Minnesota was not part of the deal. She is >> holding out for the big bucks. :) > > What, golf? > > Love the ad campaign to

Re: K-30 vs K-50 vs....?

2013-09-20 Thread Christine Nielsen
As Louis CK says, "Everything is amazing, and nobody's happy." http://www.thatvideosite.com/v/94 -c On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 1:39 AM, Larry Colen wrote: > On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 12:47:40AM -0400, Zos Xavius wrote: >> I agree entirely Bipin. I don't think there is a single thing that is >> di

Re: PESO: Real Games

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
Thanks, Bruce, Don, John, Stan & Attila... It is gratifying to have the image used for good...! John, I don't think I ever shared this shot as a peso, but maybe... you have certainly seen her in other photos, though. :) On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 4:11 PM, Attila Boros wrote: > That's very good. Bo

Re: K-30 vs K-50 vs....?

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
auto focus. Just something to think about. > > The K-5 is already in the K-50 ball park at a number of web retailers, but I > don't think it improves much in auto focus over the K-30/50. The K-5II, > which by all accounts is a vast improvement over the K-5, is about $250 more > t

Re: K-30 vs K-50 vs....?

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
I would tell him to also > consider the Nikon D7100 which is like getting the K-5II performance > with a 24MP body ($1149 for the body). > > On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 6:45 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> Hi all, >> >> A friend of mine has been looking for counsel on cameras..

Re: PESO: Real Games

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
y Granado was a neighbor and star with the Olympic hockey team.) > > > On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 7:00 AM, Christine Nielsen wrote: >> Hi, >> >> Several months ago, I heard from a youth hockey program in Minnesota, >> asking to use one of my images in an ad campaign tha

Re: Moon shots with Ugly Sigma 400/5.6 APO

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
I guess "ugly" is in the eye of the beholder! Congrats on the deal, and fine images -- 2 thumbs up on the "reflection" shot, especially. :) -c On Tue, Sep 17, 2013 at 10:12 PM, Stan Halpin wrote: > This lens was pointed out as available at KEH, I figured I would give it a > try. > > The lens i

Re: Thistle Gate

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
Kinda creepy, isn't it? :) Would make an interesting subject at night, during the full moon, too... -c On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 6:35 AM, Jack Davis wrote: > Thanks for commenting, Alan. > This house is just off the shoulder of an increasingly busy state highway, > which is likely the main reas

PESO: Real Games

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hi, Several months ago, I heard from a youth hockey program in Minnesota, asking to use one of my images in an ad campaign that they were developing... It was a photo of my daughter from my (long-neglected) blog, taken a few years ago... Anyway, they sent me the ad recently... Nothing fancy, but I

K-30 vs K-50 vs....?

2013-09-19 Thread Christine Nielsen
Hi all, A friend of mine has been looking for counsel on cameras... He is a fellow hockey (and soccer and football) parent, whose p&s isn't getting the job done, and is ready to move up to a dslr. He has been looking at the Nikon & Pentax offerings primarily, and seems to be settling on Pentax.

Re: OT - Skunk!!!

2013-09-07 Thread Christine Nielsen
Ugh. My condolences. Our dog has had the same bad luck, a few times... the hydrogen peroxide/baking soda/detergent mixture does the trick for us... though I think you are supposed to let it sit for several minutes before rinsing. Bathing a cat has its own challenges, I imagine... good luck if yo

Re: peso: back to school, then & now

2013-09-06 Thread Christine Nielsen
ngest just graduated from kindergarten1 to kindergarten2 in Hong Kong! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Christine Nielsen Sent: Friday, 6 September 2013 12:17 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: peso: back to sc

Re: PESO: Hideou

2013-09-05 Thread Christine Nielsen
But first, we'll have to kiss a lot of toads... On Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 9:36 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > On Thu, Sep 05, 2013 at 09:30:11PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: >> Damn, I was hoping you wouldn't. Now I'm going to have to work much harder. > > But if he does, then we'll all have our frog prints

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