mjgphotoz wrote:
Hi All! As I have said before several times, I am with you all here every single day at least once! I don't post very often because of time restraints, but believe me, I am here enjoying what you all are saying, doing, and capturing! I speed through the forums very quickly and do not even sign in, only occasionally having a moment to post and that is usually just to let someone know I care about what they are facing. BTW, while I am posting, , congratulations belatedly on the thread birthday! I have been following this thread for at least 6 of those years and have enjoyed every moment of it!
It is a very strange thing about this love of photography. I always knew that "someday" I wanted to entirely devote my time to the art in a professional capacity. I was overjoyed when due to unforeseen circumstances, I opened my studio prior to my anticipated time schedule. I love that this occurred, and would not change a thing, but, what I never really saw coming was the time taken away from the actual art of photography with the business of photography! I feel a small tinge of envy when I see the places some of you travel to, hike to, and visit family or friends in far away places, and I realize how very lucky you are to have that opportunity and freedom, just as I am sure some of you would wish you had a studio of your very own to use. I hope in the near future to make some changes that will allow me more freedom to do more of the photography I love and grant me time to share some of it!! Not to mention more frequent use of the lens collection Curtis caused! We are all so very blessed to have these opportunities and this thread to share them!!
I didn't realize you'd been lurking for that long Mary. I've no doubt others have done the same. The thread is so big I imagine many folks have at least checked it out. Interesting to observe the ebb and flow as individual's relationship with photography changes over time. You speak about professional commitments and limited time. Some of us experience a lapse in interest, as though our muse has abandoned us. I imagine many have been drawn by the siren call of other systems and the latest/greatest lenses, whether AF or MF. I understand that call myself though my reduced excitement over taking photos makes the thought of spending huge amounts of money for something new simply foolish. Of course, there is nothing about Nikon's manual focus lenses that disappoint me in any way, so pretending the grass is greener in another field is fantasy.
Glad you found us and happy whenever you find time to join in the conversation OR share a photo, whether from your studio or from the rest of your world.
CGrindahl wrote:
Honestly, George, I was going to say something in my comment about a reality most of us understand... that it is mothers who have the deepest longing for a grandchild. As you put it, you'll be happy when it happens, but no urgency about it. And, of course, you would hope for your son that he complete his education, find his place in the world before he begins bringing kids into it. That will also give him time to find a suitable partner. Seems your son has his priorities straight, focusing on his education now. I was a bit more of a party animal when I was that age. That's probably why I was 25 years old when I finally graduated... with a degree that didn't prepare me for a job. I didn't get settled in a career until I was close to 30 years old, and that was by fluke. Of course, I didn't know how to do in a different way, so no need for regrets. It has turned out, but the journey was definitely along the road of hard knocks.
So he is off for his sophomore year I imagine. Pretty exciting time of life... preparing you and your wife for a truly empty nest.
He just started his junior year 2 weeks ago. Time is flying. He just came in the door for the long weekend. Said he is waiting to hear back about a part time job on campus putting together fossil plant kits that go out to other education institutions. That will keep him off the street
As a Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology major he spends a great deal of class time in the field. His concentration is in Wildlife Science and is planning on going into the research spectrum of the field. He already knows that graduate school will be a requirement for that, so he still has a few years before officially setting out into the world.
I agree 100% with your comment about finding his place in the world first I got lucky. Married my first year in the Navy right out of high school. It has lasted 37 years. She is a very patient woman
Was out and about with my 135mm f2.8 and my D700 and stopped by one of my favorite subjects
It's the RV (Research Vessel) Hero which sunk at it's dock this past winter. The memorial is a recent addition. I do not know the story behind it. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RV_Hero
One of the numerous closed businesses on Main Street, Ellicott City in Maryland. After the latest of three 1000-year floods in the last 4 years, most of these folks are not coming back. The facebook page for the Tea of the Tiber says the county decided last week to demolish most of the buildings on that row, including 8081 Main Street.
A seemingly serene creek on a sunny evening couple weeks ago, the Tiber, which flows right next to Main Street, and is one of several sources of flooding along the street and nearby neighborhoods.
Wrapping up the series, this is a view of Main Street, Ellicott City. While the street looks lively with parked cars and traffic, those buildings downhill are mostly abandoned.
Last week, Hometown hero, Lawson Craddock stopped by his old stomping ground, Alkek Velodrome to donate a check of 290k. A young man who's maturity is beyond his years.
gbohannon wrote:
He just started his junior year 2 weeks ago. Time is flying. He just came in the door for the long weekend. Said he is waiting to hear back about a part time job on campus putting together fossil plant kits that go out to other education institutions. That will keep him off the street
As a Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology major he spends a great deal of class time in the field. His concentration is in Wildlife Science and is planning on going into the research spectrum of the field. He already knows that graduate school will be a requirement for that, so he still has a few years before officially setting out into the world.
I agree 100% with your comment about finding his place in the world first I got lucky. Married my first year in the Navy right out of high school. It has lasted 37 years. She is a very patient woman
Definitely I lost a year somewhere... I could have sworn your son started last year. Not to worry though if he's headed to graduate school. He'll be a student longer than I was...
I have neighbors whose two children both recently graduated with a B.S. in some environmental science program from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and neither has found a job yet. It is probably a field where one needs a graduate degree. Of course, my bachelor of arts in American history didn't open too many doors for me either. My compatriots were either going to graduate school or law school, neither of which I could stomach at the time. Thus began the long and winding road of my employment. It all turned out okay, but it was more good timing than anything else that allowed it all to come together. As a father you get to be on the sidelines, no doubt cheering him on, yet always deferring to what he believes is best. You and your patient wife have already done the important work of providing him with good values. Now its his turn to bloom.
Manual focusing test with the Nikon N8008. Quite a nice camera from exactly three decades ago. Very solid feel, nice large viewfinder with the standard focus dot helping with manual focusing. This was with an AI-converted 10.5cm f2.5 P, and Walgreen ISO 400 film (just came free with the ~$12 camera). Has plenty of bells and whistles, including depth of field preview (I used it yesterday trying to do macros), timer, 30s-1/8000s exposure. And an online reputation for reliability, as well as of sturdiness, which is reinforced by its solid, dense feel.
CGrindahl wrote:
I didn't realize you'd been lurking for that long Mary. I've no doubt others have done the same. The thread is so big I imagine many folks have at least checked it out. Interesting to observe the ebb and flow as individual's relationship with photography changes over time. You speak about professional commitments and limited time. Some of us experience a lapse in interest, as though our muse has abandoned us. I imagine many have been drawn by the siren call of other systems and the latest/greatest lenses, whether AF or MF. I understand that call myself though my reduced excitement over taking photos makes the thought of spending huge amounts of money for something new simply foolish. Of course, there is nothing about Nikon's manual focus lenses that disappoint me in any way, so pretending the grass is greener in another field is fantasy.
Glad you found us and happy whenever you find time to join in the conversation OR share a photo, whether from your studio or from the rest of your world.
Yes, Curtis, I lurked a very long time. I was with Canon most of my life until 2015 when I moved to Nikon, and that was when I actually started posting here. I started checking out Nikon MF in earnest at that point. As you may recall, I actually realized I had "one of those" when I saw your images of the 105/2.8. I wanted to know about the old lens I had in a box in the back of the studio. I had purchased it used and taped it wide open with gaffer tape to reverse mount on a Canon lens for close up use. You so very kindly responded with information and places to get information and I was hooked! The rest as they say is history!! The Df I purchased used is my "play toy" for "me" time.
saph wrote:
Manual focusing test with the Nikon N8008. Quite a nice camera from exactly three decades ago. Very solid feel, nice large viewfinder with the standard focus dot helping with manual focusing. This was with an AI-converted 10.5cm f2.5 P, and Walgreen ISO 400 film (just came free with the ~$12 camera). Has plenty of bells and whistles, including depth of field preview (I used it yesterday trying to do macros), timer, 30s-1/8000s exposure. And an online reputation for reliability, as well as of sturdiness, which is reinforced by its solid, dense feel.
I put many miles on an N8008s back when I was doing documentary work as a collateral responsibility with my govt contract traveling days. We had the 8008s and F4's in our photo department that we could check out for trips. I would take both but seemed to always prefer the 8008.
Still hanging out here at the base hospital. If I don't "produce" today they're going to do another CT to make sure there's no abscess involved. Was going to hop in the shower but the nurse just brought my IV antibiotic that has to run for four hours. woo hoo
NightOwl Cat wrote:
Still hanging out here at the base hospital. If I don't "produce" today they're going to do another CT to make sure there's no abscess involved. Was going to hop in the shower but the nurse just brought my IV antibiotic that has to run for four hours. woo hoo
BTW, while I am posting, 
, congratulations belatedly on the thread birthday! I have been following this thread
