Re: PESO - Baah

2012-04-30 Thread Theodore Beilby
Very nice, Jostein. I agree with your blog post also. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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 abo

GESO Tanyard Creek Falls

2012-04-30 Thread Theodore Beilby
The nature division of our Photographic Society got together for a trip to a small local waterfall to help newbs learn how to do waterfalls. Here are a few for your comments. I thought Walt would like to know that this was a couple of miles from where he stayed. K-7, 40mm Limited, DA* 60-250

RE: GESO Tanyard Creek Falls

2012-04-30 Thread Theodore Beilby
--- From: Theodore Beilby Sent: April 30, 2012 4/30/12 To: PDML@pdml.net Subject: GESO Tanyard Creek Falls The nature division of our Photographic Society got together for a trip to a small local waterfall to help newbs learn how to do waterfalls. Here are a few for your comments. I thought Walt wou

Re: Lens repair question

2012-05-01 Thread Theodore Beilby
Hey Darren how about a feeler gauge? Thin, tough, metal blades. Just a thought. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please vis

Three GESO's from last Saturday, Castle Rouge Manor, Cinco de Mayo in Eureka Springs, and Super moon Rising.

2012-05-09 Thread Theodore Beilby
Last Saturday, Diane and I went to Castle Rouge Manor with the PSNWA group that we belong to. Spent a couple of hours photographing there, then we went into Eureka Springs, Arkansas for lunch and a photowalk. That evening, I decided to go to a small local lake and photograph the rising of the

RE: GESO: Silly bird

2012-05-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Tim, this is a tip from a local Bird Photographer, Watch for the eagle or a hawk to make a big "drop." They tend to expel extra weight just before they take off. Don't watch from underneath. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Dis

GESO: Buffalo River Model Shoot.

2012-05-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Yesterday the PSNWA had a model shoot in the Buffalo River area. We started out at Twin Falls, then went to a log barn. A few shots are questionable for work. This is not my normal type of work, so I was trying to get some current shutter time with portraits, etc. Besides, no need to state the o

Re: GESO: Buffalo River Model Shoot.

2012-05-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Paul, I very much appreciated your comments. I didn't use gaussian blur, I used the clarity slider in LR4. Bruce also asked about the softening. This is the first time I have used that control to soften, so I may have gotten a little heavy handed with it on some of these shots. I reduced it a li

GESO FIFI at Drake Field (sfw)

2012-10-05 Thread Theodore Beilby
Heard a large radial engine noise outside last week. When I went out, I saw a B-29 heading for the airport with wheels down. Jumped in the car and went to the airfield. FIFI, was here on tour. Few dollars later, and I was on the flightline taking pictures. There was also a C45, a Stearman, a

GESO: Fall colors on the Buffalo

2012-10-24 Thread Theodore Beilby
Spent all day Sunday jeeping around the back roads in the Buffalo River National Forest being overwhelmed by the beauty of this years fall colors. I have posted a set on Flikr, for anyone to look and possibly comment on. Had a hard time editing this set (52 shots posted.) Thanks for your tim

RE: GESO: Fall colors on the Buffalo

2012-10-24 Thread Theodore Beilby
Of course, I forgot the URL. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ted_beilby/8119440844/in/set-72157631843888271/lightbox/ Thanks again Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdm

Re: GESO: Fall Colors in Washington

2012-10-24 Thread Theodore Beilby
I agree with Don. I like the Sunset in the Forest, best. I might have cropped some of the sky, keeping enough to continue the horizontal lines of the composition. Just a little too much white for me as it is presented. I really like the rim lighting on the trees. Ted "The eye of the viewer bec

Re: DA 16-45 f/4 lens

2010-12-04 Thread Theodore Beilby
This lens is my go to when the 21mm isn't wide enough. I originally got it to replace the FAJ 18-35 kit lens that came on my *istD. Was a reasonably priced upgrade to that lens. It has fairly good IQ and the constant f4 is nice. True it is a little short on the long end but was better on both e

Re: Latest Pentax Scare: Blobs on K-5 Sensor

2010-12-07 Thread Theodore Beilby
Just checked my K 7, nothing, not even dust. That is without running dust removal first except that it is set to run on power up. K 10 doesn't have anything either. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Massaging K-5 RAW files

2010-12-08 Thread Theodore Beilby
I've never noticed Miserere's site being slow to load. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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 abo

Re: 10th GFM-PDML Anniversary

2010-12-08 Thread Theodore Beilby
I certainly hope to be there. Don't know at this time about finances. Hopefully things will work out by then and I'll be able to attend. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/list

First photo at PPG

2010-12-09 Thread Theodore Beilby
Still can't submit to the PUG for the rejected theme. One accepted and nine still waiting review. http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/home#section=ARTIST&subSection=11214861&subSubSection=1141&language=EN >From the trip with Walter to Steel Creek. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the ey

Re: PPG Landmark: 200

2010-12-09 Thread Theodore Beilby
Congratulations Bong. I would hate to think that the standards are getting lower, My first accepted submission to the PPG today. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pd

Re: My thoughts on buying cameras

2010-12-09 Thread Theodore Beilby
Godfrey, Diane wants to know where you are going in China. She has made 2 trips there and wants to go back. She said she cried when she had to leave Tibet. Enjoy your trip. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@

Re: First photo at PPG

2010-12-10 Thread Theodore Beilby
Bruce, you win a cigar, I did have a polarizer on but I only was cutting about half the reflections. I wanted to keep the reflections of the bluffs but also wanted the texture of the rocks on the streambed to show through. I thought it was interesting how it ended up just cutting the sky. Ted

Re: First photo at PPG

2010-12-10 Thread Theodore Beilby
Yes Larry, it was blue light because I was shooting in deep shade. I tried warming it some but didn't like the effect on the colors. Two more photos have now been accepted into the gallery for a total of three. I'm gaining on you Bong. Still a ways to go though. Ted "The eye of the viewer be

Prairie Grove Battlefield Reenactment 2010

2010-12-12 Thread Theodore Beilby
Last Sunday, the PSNWA got together at the 2010 Prairie Grove Battlefield Reenactment. Temperatures were in the low 20's with a northwind. B! Atleast I didn't spend the night in one of those tents. The men didn't look as cold in their wool uniforms as the women did in their skirts. Any comme

Re: First photo at PPG

2010-12-12 Thread Theodore Beilby
Just a quick note to thank all who have taken the time to look at my PPG photos and comment on them. Thanks all Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UN

URL for Prairie Grove Battlefield Reenactment

2010-12-12 Thread Theodore Beilby
Did it again, won't I ever learn? http://www.beilbyvisualarts.com/id24.html sheepisly Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDM

Re: Prairie Grove Battlefield Reenactment 2010

2010-12-12 Thread Theodore Beilby
I know some don't like the way my web page works, (neither do I.) So here is a link to flikr http://www.flickr.com/photos/ted_beilby/5254928944/in/set-72157625457650959/ Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@p

Re: URL for Prairie Grove Battlefield Reenactment

2010-12-12 Thread Theodore Beilby
Jack Davis wrote: Interesting reenactment. Appears to be a serious effort very well recorded, Ted. (if I may?) Seriously, is the slightly soft look done in support of the era portrayed? I downloaded one image and see ISO 100 and 1/60s on a shot from some distance and on a somewhat less than br

Two more to PPG, that makes five

2010-12-14 Thread Theodore Beilby
On checking the PPG this morning, I find that two more shots have been accepted. That makes a total of five. Also I found that two had been rejected, but I guess it is too late for the PUG because I can't find the submission form for December. Oh Well. Still three shots waiting, and I plan on

Re: OT - Auschwitz: A Cameraman's Cut

2010-12-14 Thread Theodore Beilby
Very powerfull Cotty. Is it ok to send links to others for them to see? Ted  "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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: OT: Surgery follow-up

2010-12-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Great news Stan. Diane wondered if you have to have radiation treatments. She is nearly half way through her series. Coping well with it by doing "Jazzercize" each day after her treatment. Heal quickly and enjoy life. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Mays

Re: PESO: "R G B - Utah'

2010-12-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Ken, I like the composition of this shot. I like the s-curve leading the eye through the frame. My only problem with it is the lack of darker tones in the shot. I understand the high overcast lighting problem and I would boost the blacks. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Phot

Re: PPG acceptance

2010-12-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Subash: Congratulations, however don't undervalue your work. I don't think that the standards have been lowered. Of the first ten images I submitted, four were rejected, including a couple of my favorite shots. I have submitted another ten images and will be curious to see how they fare. I hope

Re: GESO - More Real Canadian Hats

2010-12-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Frank, I guess I am just a "cat person." I like that shot. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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

Re: PESO - Elegance (daylight!)

2010-12-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Rick, the contrast of the stiff, formal display with the rundown wall and littered street, and the interest being shown by the pedestrians makes this very nice to me. Thanks for sharing with us. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-

Re: PESO 2010 - 225 - GDG

2010-12-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Godfrey, this is a nice shot, but I would have burned in the reflection on the window and darkened down the red light over his head. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo

RE: Nick David Wright - Fellow Missourian

2010-12-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Fayetteville, Arkansas, not too far from Missouri. I am always looking to find places to shoot and persons to shoot with. Welcome to the list. You will find that I am one of the quieter ones but I try to keep current with what is going on here on the list. Ted Beilby "The eye of the viewer be

Re: Introduction: New to PDML

2010-12-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
I found North Carolina at high altitude a nice place to drink. Mark! Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit th

Re: GESO x2: House of Travel Triathlon Festival

2010-12-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
Part 2, # 17, is that suit painted on Ted  "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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

Re: PDML 2010 blogroll

2010-12-31 Thread Theodore Beilby
Ted Beilby"s blog: http://www.beilbyfinearts.blogspot.com/ "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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 ab

Re: GFM attendance

2013-05-26 Thread Theodore Beilby
Got my name in the hat, working on my car. Packing gear, and getting ready to leave here Wednesday. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from

Finally getting some new from 2011 pictures on my Website.

2012-02-08 Thread Theodore Beilby
Between all the computer problems we have had this year, and all the miles I drove to take pictures, I guess that I should post some. I have added some new pages to my website: www.beilbyvisualarts.com Index for Roadtrip 2011 http://www.beilbyvisualarts.com/id28.html shots from

Re: GESO after dinner photo walk

2012-02-24 Thread Theodore Beilby
I recognized it Larry. Was good pizza. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- 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 t

Lens advice

2012-02-24 Thread Theodore Beilby
Diane has given the ok for a new tele lens. I am torn between a DA * 300 and the 60-250. Anyone have any thoughts on them? Remember, I shoot a lot of airshow work and so the 300 would be nice for the reach, but, the 60-250 would be convenient for the zoom factor. Just how sharp is the 60-250?

Re: PDML Photo Annual - week 4 update

2012-02-26 Thread Theodore Beilby
Just looked at the submissions list. Never saw the last three posters on the list before? Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML

Re: PDML Photo Annual - week 4 update

2012-02-27 Thread Theodore Beilby
Everyone takes me too serious. Because of the questioning about me a few years ago was why I made my "tongue in cheek" comment. The names of the photos were in the photographers list. I guess this is why I don't post humorous postings. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photo

GESO of Zoo trip

2012-03-17 Thread Theodore Beilby
Met family in Little Rock and went to the zoo among places this St. Pats Day. First real workout with the 60 - 250. Few back focused, several shaky shots, but when it hit, WOW. I think I am going to like this lens. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ted_beilby/6845816198/in/set-72157629608506957/lig

Re: GESO of Zoo trip

2012-03-19 Thread Theodore Beilby
Thanks for responding Larry, yes, I did do the vignettes. There is no hint of it in that lens. Yes, Walt and Bob, the eyes were a main focus of my shot. He would look directly at me for just a second, then look somewhere else. Luckily, he held the pose. Took several tries to get the timing ri

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2012-03-19 Thread Theodore Beilby
Hello all, found a few comments that I missed the first time around. Yes, Jack, it was overcast. Even had a little rain, as you can see on the tortoise's shell. Some of the kids couldn't believe how big it was. They had no idea that giant tortoises even existed. Dave, I have always been accus

Re: PUG - Restoring the Missing Galleries

2012-03-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Brian, My first PUG submission was in Nov. 97, I believe. It seems like we were warned a few years ago that the early PUGs were going to go away. I tried to search my submission and it came up with a broken link. I think at the time we were warned, I copied the shot to my computer, but right now

GFM 2012

2012-03-28 Thread Theodore Beilby
Who is planning on attending GFM this year? I hope to as well as bringing Diane. She isn't sure yet whether she will be out of school in time yet. Fingers crossed. Registration is on Monday, April 2, at midnight this year. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Alber

Re: My worst shot

2012-03-30 Thread Theodore Beilby
With so many to pick from, how to choose? I just spent about an hour looking through thousands of shots for one to submit for the April gallery. It would take many hours picking the worst. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discu

Re: Fwd: GFM 2012

2012-04-02 Thread Theodore Beilby
Just bought tickets for Diane and myself. Guess they meant Monday morning. Good luck to all. Hope to see many of you soon. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_p

Re: Fwd: GFM 2012

2012-04-02 Thread Theodore Beilby
John I don't think that Diane and I will be camping. Showers sound good to me. Also, we are thinking of extending our trip afterwards but not sure where we might go yet. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pd

Re: Goin' to Beilbyville

2010-11-07 Thread Theodore Beilby
While I am looking forward to meeting and shooting with Walter, all this build up leading up to it is really putting high expectations Thanks for the kind words Cotty and Boris. I have some ideas as to where to take Walt to shoot. Should be fun. I didn't know he wanted a tutor. Maybe I shou

RE: peso darrel

2010-11-13 Thread Theodore Beilby
Very nice.  Do you love your 21 as much as I love mine? Ted -- 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.

Walt's visit to NW Arkansas

2010-11-13 Thread Theodore Beilby
Well Walter has come and gone. Wednesday we drove to the Buffalo River area and shot elk in Boxley Valley,  scenic at Steel Creek, hiked into Lost Valley and found that there was no water at Eden Falls, then we went to War Eagle Mill only to find no access to good spots to photograph from and f

Re:Back from Beilbyville!

2010-11-13 Thread Theodore Beilby
Glad you guys got home safely Walt. I didn't have nearly that many shots, especially since I was bracketing much of the time. I have pretty much gone through Wednesdays shots and will start Fridays next. We drove nearly 500 miles in the two trips combined. I did enjoy the days very much. I hope

Photos of trips with Walter

2010-11-14 Thread Theodore Beilby
I know some of you hate Flickr but I decided to use it because of putting around fifty shots online. I divided them into different locations and put them into a collection:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/ted_beilby/collections/72157625264533489/ Comments are welcomed, We went to: Boxley Va

Re: Photos of trips with Walter (Brian Walters)

2010-11-15 Thread Theodore Beilby
Thank you Brian for your very kind comment on my Steel Creek Reflections series. I was very excited when I brought them up in Lightroom. Your comment means a lot to me because I really like what I have seen of your work. I don't often post comments since I get the digest and usually, there are

Re: Just a note ...

2010-11-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Good Luck John! My best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery. Ted -- 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: Just a note ...

2010-11-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Hey Stan, sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. Diane really appreciated your thoughts on her surgery. Wishing you do well also and have a full and long lasting recovery also. Ted -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE fr

Re: Freebie: KatzEye Focusing Screen

2010-11-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
Matthew, if the screen is still available, I would be interested for my K 10. Contact me off list if you still have it available. Ted -- 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 abov

Re: PESO today's mushroom picture

2010-11-16 Thread Theodore Beilby
On 11/16/2010 7:39 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > I keep asking myself how many mushroom pictures do I need? > > I was working in the yard this afternoon and got distracted by playing with > my >camera again. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ellarsee/5183450266/in/set-72157625405200292/ > > -- > Larry

Re: Attn Ted Beilby (Boris Liberman)

2010-11-17 Thread Theodore Beilby
Reply sent off list Ted -- 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: geso rendering preset

2010-11-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
I was enjoying this set when Diane said,"Let me see that."  It was the Palace Theater shot. We both liked it very much. My 40 pretty much lives on my K 7, except when I am working with mulatiple fl's like when I took Walter on our shoots. Even then, it was on the camera when we got out of the ca

Finally did it

2010-11-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Well, I finally did it, I signed up to the PPG and submitted some shots. Maybe will have some rejects in time to post on the next pug. Ted -- 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 a

Re: The right tool for the job

2010-11-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Larry, I like this one except for the spot right in the middle of the frame (porch light?) A little work and this might be a really good shot. Ted -- 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: The right tool for the job

2010-11-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
>Pointing directly at the moon it wouldn't have made a difference, but do >polarizers have the same effect at night on darkening the blue >of the sky? >Can >they be used to bring out the stars better? Larry, light is light, right. The main difference is the amount that is there. It still has

Re: OT: what has kept me away these past few weeks

2010-11-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
Ann said: ... will someone start a nice pun thread? MARK! -- 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.

GESO Lights of the Ozarks 2010

2010-11-21 Thread Theodore Beilby
Diane and I went up to the square here in Fayetteville, and photographed the annual Lights of the Ozarks display the city does every year. Basic photo info: K 7, handheld mostly except one shot using a trash bin for support. mostly 800 iso, DA 21mm mostly, DA 40mm for two shots. Didn't use the t

Friend has a problem with a *ist DL

2010-11-21 Thread Theodore Beilby
I was talking to f local sculptor yesterday and he asked me if I could id what the problem is with his camera that he didn't have with him. He said that it exposes very dark. He called Pentax and they told him to reset to defaults. He said that when he did that, after the first shot, it reverts

Re: Friend has a problem with a *ist DL

2010-11-21 Thread Theodore Beilby
Paul Ewins said: "Metering accidentally set to spot? I did that again on the weekend." That could be a thing to check, will pass it on to him. Brian Walters said: "Sounds odd. I have no clue but the DS/DL use AA batteries loading via the base into the handgrip. The battery locking system is

Re: Stochastic photography

2010-11-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
> For the past couple of days, I seem to keep encountering references to >"stochastic" photography -- or "spray and pray" if you will, and it's >piqued my >interest. It's not that I'm considering actively pursuing the practice so >much >as I wonder how much my current

Re: Benbo Trekker Mk3 Compact Tripod

2010-11-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
Stan posted: The ultimate tripod: http://shopping.icp.org/store/product.html?product_id=32973 stan At least that would get you down low for macros. Ted -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit th

Re: PESO: Drowned Church

2010-11-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
The lack of sharpness in this image makes it hard for me to really like this image. I think it is a very interesting subject and I realize that it was probably shot on film and scanned so that may be part of the reason for the lack of sharpness. I probably would have composed the image a little

Re: Peso: critter

2010-11-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
Ann I like this shot. It seems to give an idea of personality to the snake. I just wonder if the color might be a little muted. Ted -- 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 a

Re: Stochastic photography

2010-11-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
Boris, my photography instructor at Bakersfield College, Bertil Brink, instilled the realization that if you got one good shot per roll, you were doing well. He emphasized previsualization. Ted -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to U

Re: PAW46 - Dog

2010-11-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
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RE: Freebie: KatzEye Focusing Screen - way late entry

2010-11-23 Thread Theodore Beilby
Sorry John, it has already taken up residence in my K 10. Glad you're Back and on the mend. -- 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: Black Friday Photowalk

2010-11-27 Thread Theodore Beilby
Christine, I do like these  Unlike the others, I don't think you overdid the vignetting , however, I would move the midpoint slider to about 70. Just my thought. I feel it works with the desaturation and color retention that you are using. Keep experimenting. Ted -- PDML Pentax-Discuss

Re: LAST CALL for the December PUG

2010-11-28 Thread Theodore Beilby
Still ten images submitted, in limbo. Guess I have to pass on this pug like John. Ted -- 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: GESO Lights of the Ozarks 2010

2010-11-30 Thread Theodore Beilby
Thanks Boris, I appreciate you taking the time to look and comment. I am really enjoying the low light capabilities of the K 7 despite what others think of it. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http:

Re: Two more PESOs from Boris

2010-11-30 Thread Theodore Beilby
Boris, I agree with Paul on his comments on both of these shots. The dark sky does not bother me. The unreal colors of the ice cream really pop and make the shot for me. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdm

Re: Outta here for a while . . .

2010-12-02 Thread Theodore Beilby
Glad you're back Stan. Sounds like good news so far. Hope you are fairly comfortable and things heal up quickly.  By the way, Diane is doing well and undergoing her radiation therapy daily. Her biggest problem is the tape they have applied to all the targets and lines they have drawn on her. Our

Re: GESO: Romania/Austrika

2010-12-02 Thread Theodore Beilby
>Thanks guys. >@carlos: i appreciate your opinion, although my goal here was not >really to post the best photos necessarily, but to try and create a >short essay/narrative. i mainly focused on the pairings and the flow >of the slide show. i can accept that i've failed at that too, if t>hat's your

I just uploaded a book to Blurb.

2011-02-18 Thread Theodore Beilby
Finally got off my duff long enough to put together a book on Blurb of some of my airshow pictures. http://www.blurb.com/books/1993144 Have a look and let me know what you think. Ted "The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer." Albert Maysles -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail Lis

Re: I just uploaded a book to Blurb.

2011-02-22 Thread Theodore Beilby
I want to thank everyone for all the positive response on my efforts with this book. I have had several comments that have expressed interest in buying the book but no sales yet on Blurb. May try to see if I could get enough interest to make an order myself and sign them and send out rather tha

Saturday trip to Picher, OK.

2011-03-02 Thread Theodore Beilby
Last Sat. the PSNWA made a trip to Picher, OK. This will probably be about the last trip I make there, all buildings are scheduled to be demolished by the end of March. Walter, many of the buildings we shot when we went are now gone. c & c appreciated. Ted www.beilbyfinearts.blogspot.com "The

Re: This seems backwards

2011-03-07 Thread Theodore Beilby
Our family vacations in the 50's & 60's were camping trips to Big Basin. It is a very nice place and I would imagine you could some beautiful shots there. Last time I was there, was drive through visit in the 70's with Diane and it was so crowded, we didn't even stop. Walter, you have to see th

Re: Chicago List Thus Far

2010-04-13 Thread Theodore Beilby
Christine, My wife's name is Diane.  See you soon. -- 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: sudden stop

2010-04-15 Thread Theodore Beilby
Larry, my Grandparents used to live on Sudden St. We kids loved it because there was a park and playground across the street with a very tall slide and a really nice hill to roll down. Sadly, the house is still there but they are gone. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdm

Book and show

2010-04-28 Thread Theodore Beilby
I have gotten behind on my email lately but am trying to catch up. I would like to thank Cory, Mark, and Larry for the comments on my shot of the Dam. I have not yet seen the Annual, it is schedualed to be shipped on the 5th, so will probably not see it until after I return from Chicago. I too w

Re: K-7 replacement?

2010-04-28 Thread Theodore Beilby
I am sure there will soon be a K-7 replacement because I just got mine.  It always seems to work that way with Pentax, just like Adobe does with their software.   -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please v

Back from Chicago

2010-05-10 Thread Theodore Beilby
Diane and I made it home last night around 9:00 PM. Only one scary incident when a minivan thought they should have the space we were in at 70mph. Managed to avoid crumpled car by a couple of inches and a loud curse. I can't say how much I enjoyed being with all that attended. Will be posting so

Re: Something Funny Happened on the Way to Chicago

2010-05-10 Thread Theodore Beilby
I'm trying to figure out why WR felt he had to force me to talk to him. I was in awe in being included in the show with the other photographers. -- 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 direc

GESOs of Chicago

2010-05-11 Thread Theodore Beilby
OK, I've put more galleries on my website. Art Institute... http://www.beilbyvisualarts.com/id15.html Streets and Park... http://www.beilbyvisualarts.com/id16.html Pizza snapshots...  http://www.beilbyvisualarts.com/id18.html Botanical Gardens...    http://www.beilbyvisualarts.com/id17.html I

Re: K20D tips and tricks

2010-05-20 Thread Theodore Beilby
I tried them on my *istD and neither tip worked. Of course, however, they did work on the K 10D and the K7. Ted -- 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 direct

Re: Artist Bios & CVs from Exhibit, etc.

2010-05-25 Thread Theodore Beilby
Hello all, been busy off list for the last few days. Wish I could remember what I wrote, oh well, post it anyway. I don't know if I can afford to help pay for shipping the exhibit world wide but it would really be cool for it to be a traveling exhibit. I would really like for my shot to sell tho

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2015-06-06 Thread Theodore Beilby
"The eye of the viewer becomes the eye of the Photographer."  Albert Maysles -- 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.

The dreaded phone call

2016-10-12 Thread Theodore Beilby
Was at home yesterday and got a phone call we all hate. Can we use one of your photos? I asked how much they were willing to pay for it? Response, we are doing it for a promotion, not paying for photos. I responded, "I don't give my work away." Basically that was the end of the call. Few hours p

GFM openings for Nature Photography Weekend

2011-05-26 Thread Theodore Beilby
Just got an email from Landis. They have had many cancellations and have exhausted the waiting list. "Hello all, This is a first since I've been at Grandfather...we've had so many cancellations that I have exhausted the Waiting List and we actually now have empty seats available for NPW. We'

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