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and totally not willing to turn his girlfriend out for consumer electronics

ps, you fucking sicken me

 

[Rorschach]

and totally not willing to turn his girlfriend out for consumer electronics

But if he did, he certainly wouldn't sell said electronics a few months later for cash.

 

[Blackie]

Taken the other day when I went riding.

Good shots. Oddly enough they give me the biggest nostalgia trip about my shithole of a hometown, Modesto.

Heh. Not to say your town looks like a shithole.

 

[Kola]

From my latest Shanghai trip:

The Bund. Most popular promenade along the Huangpu River.

Oriental Pearl tower in Shanghai Pudong. 20-30 years ago they were still cultivating rice in Pudong...

View from Jinmao Tower, tallest building in the PRC (though not counting Hongkong's Two IFC Tower). Quite blurry due to smog and shitty weather.

View from the observation platform on the 88th floor of the Jinmao Tower, down into the lobby of the Grand Hyatt hotel. They are renting 30 stories...

Sleepy Chinese merchant getting photographed by a stupid tourist.

Afternoon on a ferry crossing Huangpu river...

Building one skyscraper after another...Shanghai changes each and every day...

Nanjing Lu, most popular shopping mile in Shanghai, full of tourists and whores. I like whores!

Nanjing Lu as being seen from a restaurant on the 7th floor.

Back to the airport via Transrapid (MagLev Train). German magnetic train in Shanghai...moving with up to 431km/h.......damn....that was quite impressive.

 

[GLoK]

The Jumbo floating restaurant, as seen in God of Cookery!

Heh, cool.. I went to that resteraunt when me and my family went to HK on a trip around Asia. I've got a picture of my brother learning to use chopsticks for the first time there.

 

[olimario]

But it was the employee parking. It was just such a cool little scene seeing all the bikes parked and chained by the back entrance.

 

[Meier]

Some of these photos are amazing.. AirBrian's in particular and the shots of Shangai and HK -- incredible.

 

[AirBrian]

From my latest Shanghai trip:

View from the observation platform on the 88th floor of the Jinmao Tower, down into the lobby of the Grand Hyatt hotel. They are renting 30 stories...

That shot is great. I really want to visit China someday soon.

Wow, this is great! I can never take action shots -- they always turn out real blurry.

I've never been to the races before; did you place any bets?

It helps to have a dslr/slr so you can control shutter speed.

Oh yeah I bet -- that's half the fun! I usually go to the races every year on the Saturday of the Kentucky Derby (so I can also bet on that race too). There's a group of us that go, and the ladies of the group will make and wear hats. The race park has a hat contest each year and last year one of my friends won 3rd place. We also have a friendly competition to see who can win the most money that day (we all start out with the same amount). The minimum bet per race is $2, so $20 will last you the whole day even if you don't win anything back. Not too bad for a whole day of fun.

 

[Great King Bowser]

That shot is great. I really want to visit China someday soon.

It helps to have a dslr/slr so you can control shutter speed.

Oh yeah I bet -- that's half the fun! I usually go to the races every year on the Saturday of the Kentucky Derby (so I can also bet on that race too). There's a group of us that go, and the ladies of the group will make and wear hats. The race park has a hat contest each year and last year one of my friends won 3rd place. We also have a friendly competition to see who can win the most money that day (we all start out with the same amount). The minimum bet per race is $2, so $20 will last you the whole day even if you don't win anything back. Not too bad for a whole day of fun.

I'm definitely set on a Nikon D70 for my summer trip back to Vietnam. Will get it at the end of this month when my exams are finished. I'll be looking your way with help in getting to grips with my first DSLR.

You've taken some great shots man.

 

[Waychel]

Good shots. Oddly enough they give me the biggest nostalgia trip about my shithole of a hometown, Modesto.

Heh. Not to say your town looks like a shithole.

Wow, you're from Modesto? I'm in Tulare County (Fresno, Visalia); just as much a shit hole as the rest of the San Joaquin Valley. =PpP

Oh yeah I bet -- that's half the fun! I usually go to the races every year on the Saturday of the Kentucky Derby (so I can also bet on that race too). There's a group of us that go, and the ladies of the group will make and wear hats. The race park has a hat contest each year and last year one of my friends won 3rd place. We also have a friendly competition to see who can win the most money that day (we all start out with the same amount). The minimum bet per race is $2, so $20 will last you the whole day even if you don't win anything back. Not too bad for a whole day of fun.

That's pretty cool that they have events/contests outside of the racing. I'll definitely have to go sometime; sounds so much more enjoyable/economical than casino gambling.

 

[Timbuktu]

My old school

Cambridge

Japan

Hong Kong (CITY)

 

[Timbuktu]

Hong Kong (Marshes)

London (Lower Marsh)

London (Rainham marshes)

 

[Timbuktu]

Paris

Berlin

Venice

 

[Thraktor]

A couple of the ones I took at a fencing competition which I took part in a few weeks ago. Taken on an old-school non-digital camera (with black-and-white film, to boot), hence the loss in quality from having to scan 'em in. Not quite up to the standards of some of the other guys here, perhaps, but it's practically the first time I've picked up a camera, so I'm happy with what I've got.

 

[Inkblot]

At the MotoGP Philip Island race:

The Podium, note sour face Gibernau :lol :

Sydney, from the bridge, the area in the lower right is in PGR2:

 

[fart]

My old school

Cambridge

Japan

Hong Kong (CITY)

wow**2

 

[Diablos]

Kola:

I really like this image for some reason. Perhaps because it perfectly captures the setting. It also looks like it could be an album cover, don't you think?

 

[AirBrian]

You have some great shots, Timbuktu.

I'm definitely set on a Nikon D70 for my summer trip back to Vietnam. Will get it at the end of this month when my exams are finished. I'll be looking your way with help in getting to grips with my first DSLR.

You've taken some great shots man.

Nice! Going on a trip makes for the perfect time to bite the bullet too. When the time comes, let me know. I've got tons of great links for info on the D70/D70s. Also, when you get some free time, check out the dpreview forums. I've learned so much there; plus if you ever have a question, they'll have an answer.

 

[Timbuktu]

You have some great shots, Timbuktu.

Nice! Going on a trip makes for the perfect time to bite the bullet too. When the time comes, let me know. I've got tons of great links for info on the D70/D70s. Also, when you get some free time, check out the dpreview forums. I've learned so much there; plus if you ever have a question, they'll have an answer.

What lenses do you use AirBrian? I use D70 myself, with the kit lense and a couple of old Nikon lenses (which were from my film camera, which took some of those shots I'd shown...oh I do miss the dark room). As you can probably tell, I need a decent macro, although my main subject is usually architecture.

 

[AirBrian]

What lenses do you use AirBrian? I use D70 myself, with the kit lense and a couple of old Nikon lenses (which were from my film camera, which took some of those shots I'd shown...oh I do miss the dark room). As you can probably tell, I need a decent macro, although my main subject is usually architecture.

Yeah, I remember you mentioning that you use the D70 from another thread. I use the kit lens, Nikkor 70-300mm D ED, and a Nikkor 50mm 1.8. I mainly use the kit lens for any wide-angle shots. For a kit lens, I've been really happy with it, even if it's a little soft.

I usually have the 70-300mm mounted when I'm out on hikes or sightseeing. It's a slow lens, but the dslr conversion makes it a 105-450mm, which is a nice range for me. It's definitely better than the cheaper "G" version that's also on the market. You mentioned macro lenses...I picked up the 5T and 6T close-up filters for this lens and I've been very satisfied with the results. Close-up filters are certainly cheaper than the $600 105mm or $350 60mm macro lenses (although not as good).

The 50mm 1.8 is my favorite lens of the three. This is mounted most of the time. It's a fast lens that's perfect for indoors or night shots. This lens is also very sharp, and for only $99.99, it's a super value IMO. I also picked up the 1T and 2T close-up filters for this lens, and I'm also happy with the results. I've heard that the 50mm + close-up filters = a very good poor man's macro lens. And for $150 total, I'd agree. It's certainly holding me over until I can pick up the 105mm someday. I also love this lens because of its fixed focal length -- it really forces you to focus on composition rather than zooming and such.

 

[Timbuktu]

Thanks for the tip. I'll definitely check those filters and lenses out. It is a dilemma though, spend money on lenses, or saved up for travelling where I can do more photography?

 

[olimario]

I've decided that it doesn't matter if I'm good or not at taking pictures... It rocks that we're all able to capture our experiences on film now. We have the most well documented generation ever and that is a cool thing.


Houston's moon tonight. It was awesome.

 

[JPRaup]

wow you guys have alot of skill, Any of you ever sell your photos or anything like that?

 

[Meier]

Went to Chicago for a few days, you can see all my photos from the trip here. A few standouts include:

 

[Sho Nuff]

8mm fisheye <3

80-200mm 2.8L magic drainpipe <3 <3 <3

Seriously, that fucker sucks in color like a Hoover, and from a half-mile away to boot.

 

[sprsk]

Im going to japan after christmas, and when i get there, youre giving me your lens

 

[Kola]

Kola:

I really like this image for some reason. Perhaps because it perfectly captures the setting. It also looks like it could be an album cover, don't you think?

Thanks! It was a lucky shot. I was sitting at the top seat of a bus while it was waiting at the traffic light.

This thread is really great, some people here really have the skills to make very professional pictures!

 

[Chipopo]

I got a Panasonic Lumix the other day and went a clickin'. These are all from Wave Hill in the Bronx.

 

[NetMapel]

University of Western Ontario (gotta show school spirit )

Montreal

 

[Lucky Forward]

I just bought a Canon 100-400L telephoto lens in time for a visit to the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia with my 20D. These are my favorites:

 

[olimario]

 

[Laguna X]

Kola:

I really like this image for some reason. Perhaps because it perfectly captures the setting. It also looks like it could be an album cover, don't you think?

Y'know, if there was a giant Katamari in the background it would make an excellent box art for the next game.

Keep the photos coming. The thread has been great thus far.

 

[olimario]

Hearing Katamari inspired me

Lightened slightly

 

[AirBrian]

Dallas Zoo from this past weekend:

I couldn't decide which one I liked more, so here are both:

And not the best composition, but that squirrel was hilarious:

 

[Lucky Forward]

Nice stuff, AirBrian! I've always preferred nature and animal photography to the street life and architecture subjects that interest others on this board. Were they taken with your 70-300? Did you go hand-held or shoot with a tripod or monopod?

The camel shot is really tack-sharp. Did you have any kind of macro attachment for the frog shot, or can your lens focus that close? Of the eagle shots , I like the first...it's sharper, and the second one has a distracting highlight behind the eagle's head. The squirrel looks like he's on a commando infiltration mission.

I'll be doing a ten day backpacking trip in New Mexico starting next week with my 20D, and I'm going to lug my 100-400L (it's really heavy) along with my 17-85. I'm hoping to get some nice wildlife opportunities out there.

 

[AirBrian]

Nice stuff, AirBrian! I've always preferred nature and animal photography to the street life and architecture subjects that interest others on this board. Were they taken with your 70-300? Did you go hand-held or shoot with a tripod or monopod?

The camel shot is really tack-sharp. Did you have any kind of macro attachment for the frog shot, or can your lens focus that close? Of the eagle shots , I like the first...it's sharper, and the second one has a distracting highlight behind the eagle's head. The squirrel looks like he's on a commando infiltration mission.

I'll be doing a ten day backpacking trip in New Mexico starting next week with my 20D, and I'm going to lug my 100-400L (it's really heavy) along with my 17-85. I'm hoping to get some nice wildlife opportunities out there.

Thanks. All were taken with the 70-300mm except the blue bird, snake, and alligator – those were with the 50mm. And I’d love to put up the full-sized image of the alligator because this one does it no justice, but it’s 1.5 MB. All shots were taken handheld. I was actually planning to take a monopod, but I forgot it on the way out.

I was about 20 ft from the camel, and the 70-300mm is very sharp from about 100 to 200mm. Not too bad for a “prosumer” lens. You can see the difference with the gorilla shot though – I was about 100 ft away and at 300mm, and it is definitely softer. I did not use any close-up filters for the frog, but like I said, I used the 50mm, so I’m able to get within 12 inches. With the 70-300mm, the closest I can get is about 3 feet. Yeah, I agree about the distracting highlight in the second eagle shot; I just love the eagle’s pose.

Have fun on your trip! I was in Albuquerque about 5 years ago for the ballon festival. I also got a chance to go up to Sandia Peak too. It’s really gorgeous in that area. I’d love to go back with the D70. I look foward to seeing your pics.

 

[Lucky Forward]

And I’d love to put up the full-sized image of the alligator because this one does it no justice, but it’s 1.5 MB.

I know how you feel. Every time I resize a photo for posting on the internet, I want to include the disclaimer, "But it actually looks even better than this!"

 

[Matlock]

 

[Suikoguy]

Fireworks Photos for you!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0236.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0266.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0264.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0253.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0252.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0240.jpg


Taken tonight, for your enjoyment

 

[sprsk]

something i did today

 

[AirBrian]

Fireworks Photos for you!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0234.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0236.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0266.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0264.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0253.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0252.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/jaesin/CIMG0240.jpg


Taken tonight, for your enjoyment

I love the last one.

Here are some I took last night:

 

[AirBrian]

something i did today

I love the contrast. What was your B&W conversion process?

 

[Slurpy]

Anyone use flickr? GA should start a group. Anyway, these photos are by a good friend.

 

[HokieJoe]

Damn guys and gals, some truly awesome looking pictures in this thread.

Here's a pick of my Mother and Father's dog Kelsey taken with my Canon A70:

She's a Shelty.

About two years ago I kept her for them while they were on vacation. To make a long story short, I lost her when my buddy was bringing in some computer parts for me. Anyway, she was gone 12 days. I found her early one morning around 5:00AM. She was right where we had left some food and some familiar clothing (for the scent). To say the least, it was a merry Christmas for all involved.

 

[Matlock]

 

[Bowser]

I always wanted to get into photography. My family has a Canon PowerShot S500..is that any good? I think I'll go take some pictures tomorrow

 

[Matlock]

It's a damn fine camera, small too.

Wish I had one, cause my current ain't too portable.

 

[imastalker co.]

there's some really awesome shit up on here.

here's some of my stuff...

i've been at it for about 3 months now . you can see more of my work here.

www.phantomile.biz

 

[element]

here are some of mine. I haven't been able to shoot anything recently

Verbena

The White Stripes

The Cooper Temple Clause

Eisley

The Futureheads

The Futureheads

 

[sprsk]

I love the contrast. What was your B&W conversion process?

First i made a channel mixer adjustment layer at 30red 30green 40blue (monochrome)

then i copied the image and pasted it on top with a color burn layer property. Since that makes it too dark i used curves on the top image to brighten it and voila.