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At the Mini challenges etc. board, there is this "Single in Challenge". Once started to prevent GAS / LBS, its challenge is to post a photo every day during one month, shot with only one lens which you can choose yourself. It's great, because it learns you all quirks and habits of the lens of choice. And it can be a great way to work back into photography too. I joined it several times in the past, and I decided to join the February 2019 edition too. My lens of choice: the cheapo Helios-44M 58mm F2. Why? Because it can deliver. Not when you're after very sharp, or over-saturated. But if you love somewhat soft, a bit artsy, you should try the Helios-44M.

Here's the link to the discussion thread to the challenge: Single In - February 2019 - PentaxForums.com. Why not consider to join next month?

And here is a photo which I shot with the Helios. Not for the challenge, but merely just because I regained my love for making photos.

Crocus tomasinianus by Rense Haveman, on Flickr

EDIT: I see I lost a 'g' in the title...LOL

reh321 · 02-15-2019, 06:56 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Rense

At the Mini challenges etc. board, there is this "Single in Challenge". Once started to prevent GAS / LBS, its challenge is to post a photo every day during one month, shot with only one lens which you can choose yourself. It's great, because it learns you all quirks and habits of the lens of choice. And it can be a great way to work back into photography too. I joined it several times in the past, and I decided to join the February 2019 edition too. My lens of choice: the cheapo Helios-44M 58mm F2. Why? Because it can deliver. Not when you're after very sharp, or over-saturated. But if you love somewhat soft, a bit artsy, you should try the Helios-44M.

Here's the link to the discussion thread to the challenge: Single In - February 2019 - PentaxForums.com. Why not consider to join next month?

And here is a photo which I shot with the Helios. Not for the challenge, but merely just because I regained my love for making photos.

Crocus tomasinianus by Rense Haveman, on Flickr

EDIT: I see I lost a 'g' in the title...LOL

This is very lovely - and artsy.

photolady95 · 02-15-2019, 09:39 PM

Lovely shot, Rense.

And I found the "g" in your title for you.

**Rense** · 02-15-2019, 11:59 PM

Originally posted by photolady95

Lovely shot, Rense.

And I found the "g" in your title for you.

thank you!

photolady95 · 02-16-2019, 12:15 AM

You're welcome!

**Rense** · 02-17-2019, 09:31 AM

Originally posted by reh321

This is very lovely - and artsy.

Thank you! Much appreciated!

slowpez · 02-17-2019, 10:05 AM - **1 Like**

It is good to see that you have regain your interest in photography Rense. You haven't lost your touch. This is beautiful and the lens was a perfect choice.

**Rense** · 03-01-2019, 09:54 AM

Originally posted by slowpez

It is good to see that you have regain your interest in photography Rense. You haven't lost your touch. This is beautiful and the lens was a perfect choice.

Thank you, Susan....

**volley** · 03-01-2019, 10:14 AM

This is wonderful Rense!
And it great to see your shots here again!

**Rense** · 03-03-2019, 02:32 PM

Originally posted by volley

This is wonderful Rense!
And it great to see your shots here again!

Thank you Norbert.... Just on and off, I guess, as always....

But I like the forum nonetheless, and hardly missed a day .....

**Sailor** · 03-05-2019, 08:08 AM

Marvelous composition, Janse.

I've also been suffering a photographic malaise - I haven't picked up my SLR in months. Your shot reminds me that I need to rev up the motor and get out shooting!

Jer

**Rense** · 03-05-2019, 12:32 PM

Originally posted by Sailor

Marvelous composition, Janse.

I've also been suffering a photographic malaise - I haven't picked up my SLR in months. Your shot reminds me that I need to rev up the motor and get out shooting!

Jer

Right country, wrong person, Jer!...

Not a problem at all though.... The single challenges helped me a lot, and not for the first time, I must say...

**Sailor** · 03-05-2019, 12:35 PM

Originally posted by Rense

Right country, wrong person, Jer!...

Not a problem at all though.... The single challenges helped me a lot, and not for the first time, I must say...

The evidence supporting the fact that I'm getting old is mounting.

Jer

**Rense** · 03-05-2019, 12:36 PM

Originally posted by Sailor

The evidence supporting the fact that I'm getting old is mounting.

Jer

LOL

Well, as said: no offence taken, no problem at all, as far as I'm concerned!

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reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,177	Originally posted by Rense At the Mini challenges etc. board, there is this "Single in Challenge". Once started to prevent GAS / LBS, its challenge is to post a photo every day during one month, shot with only one lens which you can choose yourself. It's great, because it learns you all quirks and habits of the lens of choice. And it can be a great way to work back into photography too. I joined it several times in the past, and I decided to join the February 2019 edition too. My lens of choice: the cheapo Helios-44M 58mm F2. Why? Because it can deliver. Not when you're after very sharp, or over-saturated. But if you love somewhat soft, a bit artsy, you should try the Helios-44M. Here's the link to the discussion thread to the challenge: Single In - February 2019 - PentaxForums.com. Why not consider to join next month? And here is a photo which I shot with the Helios. Not for the challenge, but merely just because I regained my love for making photos. Crocus tomasinianus by Rense Haveman, on Flickr EDIT: I see I lost a 'g' in the title...LOL This is very lovely - and artsy.

02-15-2019, 09:39 PM	#3
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Lovely shot, Rense. And I found the "g" in your title for you.

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Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050 Original Poster	Originally posted by photolady95 Lovely shot, Rense. And I found the "g" in your title for you. thank you!

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photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	You're welcome!

02-17-2019, 09:31 AM	#6
Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050 Original Poster	Originally posted by reh321 This is very lovely - and artsy. Thank you! Much appreciated!

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slowpez Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South Carolina, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 18,462	It is good to see that you have regain your interest in photography Rense. You haven't lost your touch. This is beautiful and the lens was a perfect choice.

03-01-2019, 09:54 AM	#8
Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050 Original Poster	Originally posted by slowpez It is good to see that you have regain your interest in photography Rense. You haven't lost your touch. This is beautiful and the lens was a perfect choice. Thank you, Susan....

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volley Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Springe Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,693	This is wonderful Rense! And it great to see your shots here again!

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Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050 Original Poster	Originally posted by volley This is wonderful Rense! And it great to see your shots here again! Thank you Norbert.... Just on and off, I guess, as always.... But I like the forum nonetheless, and hardly missed a day .....

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Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,205	Marvelous composition, Janse. I've also been suffering a photographic malaise - I haven't picked up my SLR in months. Your shot reminds me that I need to rev up the motor and get out shooting! Jer

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Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050 Original Poster	Originally posted by Sailor Marvelous composition, Janse. I've also been suffering a photographic malaise - I haven't picked up my SLR in months. Your shot reminds me that I need to rev up the motor and get out shooting! Jer Right country, wrong person, Jer!... Not a problem at all though.... The single challenges helped me a lot, and not for the first time, I must say...

03-05-2019, 12:35 PM	#13
Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,205	Originally posted by Rense Right country, wrong person, Jer!... Not a problem at all though.... The single challenges helped me a lot, and not for the first time, I must say... The evidence supporting the fact that I'm getting old is mounting. Jer

03-05-2019, 12:36 PM	#14
Rense Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Zetten - The Netherlands Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,050 Original Poster	Originally posted by Sailor The evidence supporting the fact that I'm getting old is mounting. Jer LOL Well, as said: no offence taken, no problem at all, as far as I'm concerned!