Really solid set of shots over the last few pages all!
Rafael, what a film body collection. I have sold a few along the way though.
F75 (sold)
FE2 chrome
FM2n black (sold)
F100 (sold)
F3HP (shutter speed selector died during shipment, need to sell for parts)
F3HP
I would like to add an F2 with DE-1 finder at some point as those bodies should have longer term reliability than the F3HP's. I missed the boat on cheaper FM3a prices and wish I would have bought a chrome unit when they were $300 or so.
Since getting on this page morning,
1. I've looked up crumpet recipes.
2. Thought about which Air Museum I visit next (The one in the Dayton area in Laura's neck of the woods always calls, but I need to try something different).
3. Thought about crumpets.
4. Attended a great talk on urban planning and infrastructure.
5. Looked for where I can buy crumpets. (googlemaps closest return is 90 miles)
My local photo club theme this month was "Vehicles" that included any parts or anything related to the general category of a vehicle. I am struggling to come up with anything so gave this a try this morning.
It also reminded me that I need to mow the grass, but the bees are happy
GeorgeBo wrote:
My local photo club theme this month was "Vehicles" that included any parts or anything related to the general category of a vehicle. I am struggling to come up with anything so gave this a try this morning.
It also reminded me that I need to mow the grass, but the bees are happy
PC-NIKKOR 35mm f/2.8 | Z7II
George
Very nice George. Really like the low vantage point and the nice out of focus areas. The lawn can always wait!
Did you try calling a bakery? Barbara ordered these large stainless steel rings (4.5"),because the English muffin rings were too small. They were even better today double toasted. Crispy edges with super soft insides - a smear of butter, and a light drizzle of honey - Yum. She claims they are even better with Vegemite and butter. I'll share the recipe after she gets home.
EDIT - She sent me the link to the recipe she followed LINK HERE
pbraymond wrote:
Since getting on this page morning,
1. I've looked up crumpet recipes.
2. Thought about which Air Museum I visit next (The one in the Dayton area in Laura's neck of the woods always calls, but I need to try something different).
3. Thought about crumpets.
4. Attended a great talk on urban planning and infrastructure.
5. Looked for where I can buy crumpets. (googlemaps closest return is 90 miles)
George Peabody library in Baltimore. F6, 24 3.5 PC-E, Portra 800. Need to go back in with a tripod. Handholding the rig at 1/5 or 1/10s is less than optimal.
Talking about tripods. That's what Scott and I were complaining about while in the Udvar Hazy museum. It is very dark in there and wish at least monopods were allowed. That's when the museum Laura frequents (Wright Patterson) came up. May need to drive to Dayton just to see a museum that allows tripods. I have even asked at the private Walter Arts museum in Baltimore if I could get permission to bring one. No luck.
Samy, tripods are a wonderful allowance at the Wright Patt museum. I'd be up to meet you there if you're ever make the trek.
A piece called "Echo" in downtown Toledo, reusing some old industrial smoke stack rings from the repurposed steam plant that is in the background. 25-50 AI.
Any other plane museum doesn't come with a visit with me though. I'd even load up the trunk again...
(DAMN I wish I had a photo of that!)
Besides, Dayton's only a couple hours away via I-75.
Check with local bakeries about crumpets. I'm sure one of them carries them or can make them for you.
When I was a nursing student, there was this one resident in the nursing home I was doing clinicals in that was of Polish descent and was craving chrustki. Being of Polish descent myself, I knew what she was talking about, and stopped in at a local bakery and the owner said she'd make them. I got two dozen the following week and brought them with me. The resident was so happy to have them, and the bakery started selling them on a regular basis..
pbraymond wrote:
Since getting on this page morning,
1. I've looked up crumpet recipes.
2. Thought about which Air Museum I visit next (The one in the Dayton area in Laura's neck of the woods always calls, but I need to try something different).
3. Thought about crumpets.
4. Attended a great talk on urban planning and infrastructure.
5. Looked for where I can buy crumpets. (googlemaps closest return is 90 miles)
Samy, my next vacation week is the last week of July/first week of August, to coincide with Celtic Festival here. In order to do the museum right, I suggest four days to see it all.There's just so much tucked in corners that isn't a big honkin' plane.
This year is the museum's 100th anniversary.
And the Packard museum allows tripods too.
saph wrote:
Slow time here and still checking out the crumpet recipe.
George Peabody library in Baltimore. F6, 24 3.5 PC-E, Portra 800. Need to go back in with a tripod. Handholding the rig at 1/5 or 1/10s is less than optimal.
Talking about tripods. That's what Scott and I were complaining about while in the Udvar Hazy museum. It is very dark in there and wish at least monopods were allowed. That's when the museum Laura frequents (Wright Patterson) came up. May need to drive to Dayton just to see a museum that allows tripods. I have even asked at the private Walter Arts museum in Baltimore if I could get permission to bring one. No luck....Show more →
Ok, I wasn't sure if that was a lawn ornament of some sort, or actual steps, good to know they're not really steps.
pbraymond wrote:
Laura,
That is definitely more a decorative element than functional steps. It leads nowhere in particular and the differential lawn level was created to allow for these “steps”. I suppose if you were visually impaired this element could be a challenge if you were just casually wondering around the park, but hopefully with careful navigation, the tactile feedback and color contrast would be sufficient for detection.
George Peabody library in Baltimore. F6, 24 3.5 PC-E, Portra 800. Need to go back in with a tripod. Handholding the rig at 1/5 or 1/10s is less than optimal.
Talking about tripods. That's what Scott and I were complaining about while in the Udvar Hazy museum. It is very dark in there and wish at least monopods were allowed. That's when the museum Laura frequents (Wright Patterson) came up. May need to drive to Dayton just to see a museum that allows tripods. I have even asked at the private Walter Arts museum in Baltimore if I could get permission to bring one. No luck....Show more →
Very nice Samy. Beautiful space. It can be frustrating trying to capture a dimly lit interior without a tripod.
Like your and Samys' tag team approach on the SR-71
mp356 wrote:
To complement Samy's very nice capture of the SR-71, I "focused" on the the planes "other end". Taken with the 20mm f4 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
mp356 wrote:
To complement Samy's very nice capture of the SR-71, I "focused" on the the planes "other end". Taken with the 20mm f4 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
I am obligated to respond to Scott and Samy with the entire length:
pbraymond wrote:
A fortuitous moment with the 75-150 Series E. If only I would have noticed it then I would have waited for the signals to go red as well.
George Peabody library in Baltimore. F6, 24 3.5 PC-E, Portra 800. Need to go back in with a tripod. Handholding the rig at 1/5 or 1/10s is less than optimal.
Talking about tripods. That's what Scott and I were complaining about while in the Udvar Hazy museum. It is very dark in there and wish at least monopods were allowed. That's when the museum Laura frequents (Wright Patterson) came up. May need to drive to Dayton just to see a museum that allows tripods. I have even asked at the private Walter Arts museum in Baltimore if I could get permission to bring one. No luck....Show more →
Samy - that's where IBIS and your Z digital body comes into play.
Rack up the ISO and let LR de-noise do the rest. I know it isn't analog but......
Re: SR71, even though I got to witness the delivery of the SR71 to the Dayton museum sometime in the 90's (including a press runway fly-by prior to the final landing; I was shooting slides back then and have no idea if I even got a shot), I looked though my small selection of digital shots from the museum in my Zenfolio account, and did not see the SR71 anywhere. My attention tends to be taken up by the WWII and more vintage aircraft.
Colin, that thought never occurred to me, I only remove stuff once in awhile, especially garbage like cigarette butts, paper cups and the like. Adding two red circles, hmmmm.....
Laura, it's true that Wright Patt comes with good company, though I'm not sure I could spend consecutive days at the museum. I think my attention span is shorter than that, and I enjoy the storyboards and other exhibits in small doses. You did get me to check out that Packard Museum website, interesting ......
Samy, I agree with Colin, crank the ISO, use the IBIS, and software the noise away. It does take away from the fidelity of the shots, but for most web display it works out great. Those that don't, I convert to B&W, leave most of the noise, and call it artsy :-) That and visit Laura in Dayton with your tripod.
I like the "Vehicles" theme entry shot, George. Great use of selective focus and the highlights on the rim.
The crumpets recipe looks simple enough, maybe leading with a couple of failed attempts and I'll have some good crumpets to enjoy.
