Game Daily in August 2022

**Minimonster** · 07-23-2022, 02:34 PM

Daily in August 2022 - discussion thread

Welcome to the "Daily in" August 2022 Challenge (aka DIC) here at Pentax Forums!

Aim of the Game: Shoot daily and post one picture each day of the month to this group challenge using any camera gear you want. Our desire when starting this challenge was to be similar in culture to the popular "Single In" Challenge (aka SI or SIC) here at Pentax Forums, while instead being able to use any lens/gear we want each and any day of the month.

There is no limitation to what camera gear you use for this challenge.

Additionally for film shooters, you can post your film shot for the day according to the day you scan your image, if you want. We just ask that you also note the approximate date when the image was exposed, if possible. And of course any gear, film type and exposure setting details you might be able to provide are always appreciated.

Commenting: Posting our pictures to the daily threads for the month allows other participants to view and comment on them. Conversely, it’s hoped that you will comment on the pictures posted by the other members as well. Please don’t be shy, even if you don’t have much photographic experience or are a Forum newbie. Your personal reactions to photographs are just as valid as any. We aim to be a friendly group and with regular commenting, we’ll soon be enjoying the camaraderie.

The rewards: Daily shooting and sharing is great fun and a real challenge! As with the Single In Challenge, you’ll see what other members achieve with their selected gear which will sometimes be the same gear you’ve chosen for that day. In the comment banter you’re likely to pick up some photographic tips and ideas too. As the month progresses it can become quite demanding to keep shooting and posting every day (it’s a challenge, remember) but you’ll always be encouraged by other participants. Worried about LBA and GAS? Sorry, this game won’t help you!

Note: This 'Daily Challenge' started in January 2016 when a few regular members of the 'Single In Challenge' wanted to have a similar daily shooting/posting challenge format and interactive culture with the key difference of being able to switch the gear up during the month whenever desired. That said, if you're here considering whether or not to join the Daily Challenge for a month and haven't yet tried a month of the Single In Challenge, we enthusiastically encourage you to try one... Simply put, spending a whole month shooting daily and sharing with the same lens is a great way to get to know your gear.

How to participate:

1. Join the Group to be able to post pictures to the daily threads; you only have to do this once. The group’s name is “Daily Challenge (By Month)”. You’ll find a clickable link on that forum page to join the group.

2. Store your pictures in an on-line album somewhere. This could be the Pentax Forum, or others such as Flickr, etc. Flickr is the most commonly used host, and makes it easiest for others to comment on your pictures.

3. Post your daily image into the daily picture thread in the Daily Challenge (By Month) group page. That image should link to where your image is hosted, so members can follow that link and comment on your images. That's it!

More notes:
** Some of us may be participating in both the Daily Challenge and the Single In challenges for the current month. When this is the case, please post a different image to each challenge for the same day.

** If you are going to be linking to your images in a Pentax Forum album, just ask for advice below if needed.

** If you are posting a link to Flickr, just click on the sharing icon below your selected picture over at flickr.com and a window will open displaying the BB code. Select the 1024px size, then copy and paste the BB code into the Daily Challenge (By Month) group page in the Pentax Forum.

** If you're a Flickr member, here is the Flickr group to join: Daily Challenges (Pentax Forums)
Please remember to add your posted images to this Flickr group.

Each day you’ll see a new thread of pictures grow in the Daily Challenge (By Month) group page. By clicking on each picture in the daily thread you should be redirected to the photographer’s image page wherever it's hosted and there you will be able to add a comment and read/interact with those of others.

When you post your picture each day to the daily thread, in your post and/or on the linked photo page, please specify the camera/lens combination with your picture eg 'K5 & DA15 Ltd'. This makes it easy and helpful for others to note what gear you’re using. This is especially helpful for this Daily Challenge where our chosen lenses and/or cameras for each day may be changing frequently.

The thread you’re reading now is the month long general 'Discussion Thread' for Game > Daily In February 2022 Challenge. It's is a separate discussion thread from the picture posting thread referred to above. So we recommend that you subscribe to this discussion thread here as well to keep up with activities and develop a rapport with other Challenge members. This is the place to ask questions, offer advice, share concerns, suggest improvements, and often just participate in general banter related to this month’s challenge.

** If you've been shooting daily pictures during the challenge month but have been away from the internet or have been too busy to post and want to back post your images to the daily threads for the month, please go for it. It is recommended in this case to also come back to the monthly thread here and post a comment to let the group know and provide some details to inspire us to visit your images.

There is no limitation to what camera gear you use for this challenge. Anything goes!

It is easier than it might seem at first. If you miss any days, don’t worry about it. Just keep shooting and sharing! If you have any problems or questions, please ask below.

So who's in?

Any theme suggestions for anyone that wants an extra challenge?

**pepperberry farm** · 07-23-2022, 03:51 PM - **1 Like**

totally in...

bigted · 07-23-2022, 05:56 PM - **2 Likes**

I'm contemplating giving this a go. Not sure if I want to do it in addition to the SIC or instead of it. I have week to decide.

**Cerebum** · 07-24-2022, 12:53 AM - **2 Likes**

Yeah, I am in

I need to get shooting a mixture of cameras and lenses. I love the sic but I need to release the shackles for a month or two

**jersey** · 07-24-2022, 03:18 AM - **1 Like**

I am in, maybe I'll try to post some film scans.

**Minimonster** · 07-24-2022, 04:09 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by bigted

I'm contemplating giving this a go. Not sure if I want to do it in addition to the SIC or instead of it. I have week to decide.

Give it a go for a month, you get the opportunity to shoot whichever lens you feel like on that day. Or if you are very organised you can pick a lens to suit your plans for the day.

**pepperberry farm** · 07-24-2022, 05:13 AM

Originally posted by bigted

I'm contemplating giving this a go. Not sure if I want to do it in addition to the SIC or instead of it. I have week to decide.

I shoot both - I use the Daily as my play arena; I test new gear, shoot goofy shots that may or may not work, etc....

Chris_K · 07-25-2022, 12:06 AM - **2 Likes**

To me, SiC is my default challenge but I really like "the freedom" DiC is giving so I might try both challenges in August. I should have enough time before September (when my job goes heavy again). I have almost finished a film in my ME Super so I also might post some scans.

**Cerebum** · 07-25-2022, 01:10 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Chris_K

To me, SiC is my default challenge but I really like "the freedom" DiC is giving so I might try both challenges in August. I should have enough time before September (when my job goes heavy again). I have almost finished a film in my ME Super so I also might post some scans.

What film? I have a bulk loader (actually I have four lol), in it is Fomapan 200. The lovely thing about bulk loaders is you can make short rolls and fiddle about testing stuff. I did three short films on saturday, all Foma200
1) Shot at 125 & developed at box in ID11
2) Shot at 200 & developed at box in ID11
3) shot at 125 & developed at box in Rodinal 1:25
And last week, 4) Orwo NP27 400 expired in 1991, shot at 100 & developed in HC110
I did a single film in this month using Kosmo Foto Agent Shadow (a cool name for repackaged Kentmere 400), just a few days to go on that. I have ended up carrying three cameras round with me but I have to say it is so much fun. I can't wait to see what you got from the ME

Chris_K · 07-25-2022, 05:23 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Cerebum

What film? I have a bulk loader (actually I have four lol), in it is Fomapan 200. The lovely thing about bulk loaders is you can make short rolls and fiddle about testing stuff.

It's still the Ilford PAN 50 which I started in June. I hope to finish it this week.
I used to use a lot of bulk films in the "old days" as they were much cheaper. Now I don't shoot film that much so it doesn't make too much sense to me.

---------- Post added 07-25-22 at 05:24 AM ----------

Originally posted by Cerebum

I can't wait to see what you got from the ME

Thank you - I hope not to disappoint you

**robgski** · 07-30-2022, 05:33 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

I shoot both - I use the Daily as my play arena; I test new gear, shoot goofy shots that may or may not work, etc...

As do I

Originally posted by Chris_K

To me, SiC is my default challenge but I really like "the freedom" DiC is giving so I might try both challenges in August.

As Pepperberry stated above , the Daily in offers a good respite from the constraints of Single challenge, especially mid-month when one might start growing tired of the combo.

Yes, I think I shall join. Beware, many of the photos might be hummingbirds. I have a feeder outside my workspace window and some days those are the only images for which I have time to capture. An amusing note, the SMC A 300mm lens I usually use on my K-1 for these shots has an MFD of at least 3 meters, so I have to back up quite a bit from my desk to take a picture.

jcdoss · 07-30-2022, 05:48 AM - **2 Likes**

I'm also in for August.

If I had some C41 chemicals on hand I might be tempted to join the film shooters this month.

Originally posted by robgski

...An amusing note, the SMC A 300mm lens I usually use on my K-1 for these shots has an MFD of at least 3 meters, so I have to back up quite a bit from my desk to take a picture.

I have the optically identical M-version, and the MFD is the biggest drawback of that lens. I was using extension tubes with mine yesterday.

**djb47** · 07-31-2022, 11:45 AM - **2 Likes**

Yes, I'm in again for Aug.

repaap · 07-31-2022, 01:00 PM

Yeah! Let’s go

**Cerebum** · 07-31-2022, 11:30 PM

Originally posted by Chris_K

It's still the Ilford PAN 50 which I started in June. I hope to finish it this week.
I used to use a lot of bulk films in the "old days" as they were much cheaper. Now I don't shoot film that much so it doesn't make too much sense to me.

---------- Post added 07-25-22 at 05:24 AM ----------

Thank you - I hope not to disappoint you

My SP1000 developed a fault. I ended up with six images lol. The joys of a film sic

07-23-2022, 02:34 PM	#1
Minimonster Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,065	Daily in August 2022 Daily in August 2022 - discussion thread Welcome to the "Daily in" August 2022 Challenge (aka DIC) here at Pentax Forums! Aim of the Game: Shoot daily and post one picture each day of the month to this group challenge using any camera gear you want. Our desire when starting this challenge was to be similar in culture to the popular "Single In" Challenge (aka SI or SIC) here at Pentax Forums, while instead being able to use any lens/gear we want each and any day of the month. There is no limitation to what camera gear you use for this challenge. Additionally for film shooters, you can post your film shot for the day according to the day you scan your image, if you want. We just ask that you also note the approximate date when the image was exposed, if possible. And of course any gear, film type and exposure setting details you might be able to provide are always appreciated. Commenting: Posting our pictures to the daily threads for the month allows other participants to view and comment on them. Conversely, it’s hoped that you will comment on the pictures posted by the other members as well. Please don’t be shy, even if you don’t have much photographic experience or are a Forum newbie. Your personal reactions to photographs are just as valid as any. We aim to be a friendly group and with regular commenting, we’ll soon be enjoying the camaraderie. The rewards: Daily shooting and sharing is great fun and a real challenge! As with the Single In Challenge, you’ll see what other members achieve with their selected gear which will sometimes be the same gear you’ve chosen for that day. In the comment banter you’re likely to pick up some photographic tips and ideas too. As the month progresses it can become quite demanding to keep shooting and posting every day (it’s a challenge, remember) but you’ll always be encouraged by other participants. Worried about LBA and GAS? Sorry, this game won’t help you! Note: This 'Daily Challenge' started in January 2016 when a few regular members of the 'Single In Challenge' wanted to have a similar daily shooting/posting challenge format and interactive culture with the key difference of being able to switch the gear up during the month whenever desired. That said, if you're here considering whether or not to join the Daily Challenge for a month and haven't yet tried a month of the Single In Challenge, we enthusiastically encourage you to try one... Simply put, spending a whole month shooting daily and sharing with the same lens is a great way to get to know your gear. How to participate: 1. Join the Group to be able to post pictures to the daily threads; you only have to do this once. The group’s name is “Daily Challenge (By Month)”. You’ll find a clickable link on that forum page to join the group. 2. Store your pictures in an on-line album somewhere. This could be the Pentax Forum, or others such as Flickr, etc. Flickr is the most commonly used host, and makes it easiest for others to comment on your pictures. 3. Post your daily image into the daily picture thread in the Daily Challenge (By Month) group page. That image should link to where your image is hosted, so members can follow that link and comment on your images. That's it! More notes: Some of us may be participating in both the Daily Challenge and the Single In challenges for the current month. When this is the case, please post a different image to each challenge for the same day. If you are going to be linking to your images in a Pentax Forum album, just ask for advice below if needed. If you are posting a link to Flickr, just click on the sharing icon below your selected picture over at flickr.com and a window will open displaying the BB code. Select the 1024px size, then copy and paste the BB code into the Daily Challenge (By Month) group page in the Pentax Forum. If you're a Flickr member, here is the Flickr group to join: Daily Challenges (Pentax Forums) Please remember to add your posted images to this Flickr group. Each day you’ll see a new thread of pictures grow in the Daily Challenge (By Month) group page. By clicking on each picture in the daily thread you should be redirected to the photographer’s image page wherever it's hosted and there you will be able to add a comment and read/interact with those of others. When you post your picture each day to the daily thread, in your post and/or on the linked photo page, please specify the camera/lens combination with your picture eg 'K5 & DA15 Ltd'. This makes it easy and helpful for others to note what gear you’re using. This is especially helpful for this Daily Challenge where our chosen lenses and/or cameras for each day may be changing frequently. The thread you’re reading now is the month long general 'Discussion Thread' for Game > Daily In February 2022 Challenge. It's is a separate discussion thread from the picture posting thread referred to above. So we recommend that you subscribe to this discussion thread here as well to keep up with activities and develop a rapport with other Challenge members. This is the place to ask questions, offer advice, share concerns, suggest improvements, and often just participate in general banter related to this month’s challenge. ** If you've been shooting daily pictures during the challenge month but have been away from the internet or have been too busy to post and want to back post your images to the daily threads for the month, please go for it. It is recommended in this case to also come back to the monthly thread here and post a comment to let the group know and provide some details to inspire us to visit your images. There is no limitation to what camera gear you use for this challenge. Anything goes! It is easier than it might seem at first. If you miss any days, don’t worry about it. Just keep shooting and sharing! If you have any problems or questions, please ask below. So who's in? Any theme suggestions for anyone that wants an extra challenge?

07-25-2022, 01:10 AM - 2 Likes	#9
Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,828	Originally posted by Chris_K To me, SiC is my default challenge but I really like "the freedom" DiC is giving so I might try both challenges in August. I should have enough time before September (when my job goes heavy again). I have almost finished a film in my ME Super so I also might post some scans. What film? I have a bulk loader (actually I have four lol), in it is Fomapan 200. The lovely thing about bulk loaders is you can make short rolls and fiddle about testing stuff. I did three short films on saturday, all Foma200 1) Shot at 125 & developed at box in ID11 2) Shot at 200 & developed at box in ID11 3) shot at 125 & developed at box in Rodinal 1:25 And last week, 4) Orwo NP27 400 expired in 1991, shot at 100 & developed in HC110 I did a single film in this month using Kosmo Foto Agent Shadow (a cool name for repackaged Kentmere 400), just a few days to go on that. I have ended up carrying three cameras round with me but I have to say it is so much fun. I can't wait to see what you got from the ME Attached Images

07-30-2022, 05:48 AM - 2 Likes	#12
jcdoss Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,769	I'm also in for August. If I had some C41 chemicals on hand I might be tempted to join the film shooters this month. Originally posted by robgski ...An amusing note, the SMC A 300mm lens I usually use on my K-1 for these shots has an MFD of at least 3 meters, so I have to back up quite a bit from my desk to take a picture. I have the optically identical M-version, and the MFD is the biggest drawback of that lens. I was using extension tubes with mine yesterday. Last edited by jcdoss; 07-30-2022 at 10:08 AM.

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Minimonster Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,065 Original Poster	Originally posted by bigted I'm contemplating giving this a go. Not sure if I want to do it in addition to the SIC or instead of it. I have week to decide. Give it a go for a month, you get the opportunity to shoot whichever lens you feel like on that day. Or if you are very organised you can pick a lens to suit your plans for the day.

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pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,678	Originally posted by bigted I'm contemplating giving this a go. Not sure if I want to do it in addition to the SIC or instead of it. I have week to decide. I shoot both - I use the Daily as my play arena; I test new gear, shoot goofy shots that may or may not work, etc....

07-25-2022, 12:06 AM - 2 Likes	#8
Chris_K Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Poland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,800	To me, SiC is my default challenge but I really like "the freedom" DiC is giving so I might try both challenges in August. I should have enough time before September (when my job goes heavy again). I have almost finished a film in my ME Super so I also might post some scans.

07-25-2022, 05:23 AM - 1 Like	#10
Chris_K Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Poland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,800	Originally posted by Cerebum What film? I have a bulk loader (actually I have four lol), in it is Fomapan 200. The lovely thing about bulk loaders is you can make short rolls and fiddle about testing stuff. It's still the Ilford PAN 50 which I started in June. I hope to finish it this week. I used to use a lot of bulk films in the "old days" as they were much cheaper. Now I don't shoot film that much so it doesn't make too much sense to me. ---------- Post added 07-25-22 at 05:24 AM ---------- Originally posted by Cerebum I can't wait to see what you got from the ME Thank you - I hope not to disappoint you

07-30-2022, 05:33 AM - 1 Like	#11
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,798	Originally posted by pepperberry farm I shoot both - I use the Daily as my play arena; I test new gear, shoot goofy shots that may or may not work, etc... As do I Originally posted by Chris_K To me, SiC is my default challenge but I really like "the freedom" DiC is giving so I might try both challenges in August. As Pepperberry stated above , the Daily in offers a good respite from the constraints of Single challenge, especially mid-month when one might start growing tired of the combo. Yes, I think I shall join. Beware, many of the photos might be hummingbirds. I have a feeder outside my workspace window and some days those are the only images for which I have time to capture. An amusing note, the SMC A 300mm lens I usually use on my K-1 for these shots has an MFD of at least 3 meters, so I have to back up quite a bit from my desk to take a picture.

07-31-2022, 11:45 AM - 2 Likes	#13
djb47 Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Lenoir, NC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,561	Yes, I'm in again for Aug.

07-31-2022, 01:00 PM	#14
repaap Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,242	Yeah! Let’s go

07-31-2022, 11:30 PM	#15
Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,828	Originally posted by Chris_K It's still the Ilford PAN 50 which I started in June. I hope to finish it this week. I used to use a lot of bulk films in the "old days" as they were much cheaper. Now I don't shoot film that much so it doesn't make too much sense to me. ---------- Post added 07-25-22 at 05:24 AM ---------- Thank you - I hope not to disappoint you My SP1000 developed a fault. I ended up with six images lol. The joys of a film sic