Hi From North Carolina

IronHearth · 05-01-2021, 05:59 AM - **2 Likes**

Hello from North Carolina! I just wanted to introduce myself; I primarily shoot for myself although I did start a studio this year (you have to pay for gear somehow!) and I also do stock photography and shoot for the company I work for. I have been enjoying photography since I was a kid and when I started college my Dad gave me his Pentax K-1000 and lens collection. I moved to the digital world under forced compliance when I lost a screw in my K-1000 while trying to make a repair. I first purchased a K-3 II and some lenses by Tamron and Sigma (love the Art lenses) but finally upgraded to full frame with the K-1 Mark II. I love the star series lenses and the others in the professional lineup. The lens makes such a difference! Anyway, I carry my camera kayaking, backpacking (yes, I bought a pack that can handle a massive amount of weight since these are heavy, but it is so worthwhile!) and this summer plan to start doing some astrophotography, traveling into some areas with good dark skies to play around. The best part of photography is that the sky is not the limit - you can be creative, play with a wide variety of style and content, and always be learning. It engages my mind and provides challenge and creativity. Photo attached was some fun I had with a friends kid and water this past summer.

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**UncleVanya** · 05-01-2021, 06:29 AM

Welcome! I’m in Charlotte myself. I started with plastic cameras when I was six and moved on to 35mm film by age 10 or 11. I used Nikon manual focus for years, then the pz-1 Pentax autofocus caught me and I never looked back. Looking forward to seeing what you shoot.

**Kevin B123** · 05-01-2021, 09:41 AM

Welcome aboard. Astro-photography is a K-1 series forte, it is challenging and rewarding and we have a wealth of experience on the forums so ask away when you need to.

ShutterPro · 05-01-2021, 01:59 PM

Hello, welcome!

**Geodude** · 05-01-2021, 03:16 PM

Greetings from the petroleum patch. Hope to see some of your photo postings...

STARHUNTER94 · 05-01-2021, 05:33 PM

Welcome from Canada!

lukulele · 05-01-2021, 07:00 PM

Welcome from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Alleghany County. Stop by Biggs Camera frequently and browse the back hallway. I’ve found more used Pentax equipment that I use daily for $5. Every now and then excellent manual Pentax lenses as well.Though they don’t sell new Pentax, they certainly respect the brand and its capabilities.

pkboy · 05-01-2021, 07:53 PM

welcome!

**ramseybuckeye** · 05-01-2021, 07:57 PM

Welcome to the Forum, from the SE coast of NC.

**aslyfox** · 05-02-2021, 03:45 AM

love the photo

welcome to the forums

you will find friendly members and a lot of knowledge here

archaeodude · 05-02-2021, 05:36 AM

Welcome to the forums from the fenland of England!

It's nice to hear that you recently opened your studio—good luck!

**Kerrowdown** · 05-03-2021, 12:19 AM

Welcome to the forum. enjoy all it has to offer

Prohibitiory · 05-03-2021, 12:24 AM

Welcome from UK

nice to hear your story!

**rm2** · 05-03-2021, 07:33 AM

Originally posted by IronHearth

Hello from North Carolina! I just wanted to introduce myself; I primarily shoot for myself although I did start a studio this year (you have to pay for gear somehow!) and I also do stock photography and shoot for the company I work for. I have been enjoying photography since I was a kid and when I started college my Dad gave me his Pentax K-1000 and lens collection. I moved to the digital world under forced compliance when I lost a screw in my K-1000 while trying to make a repair. I first purchased a K-3 II and some lenses by Tamron and Sigma (love the Art lenses) but finally upgraded to full frame with the K-1 Mark II. I love the star series lenses and the others in the professional lineup. The lens makes such a difference! Anyway, I carry my camera kayaking, backpacking (yes, I bought a pack that can handle a massive amount of weight since these are heavy, but it is so worthwhile!) and this summer plan to start doing some astrophotography, traveling into some areas with good dark skies to play around. The best part of photography is that the sky is not the limit - you can be creative, play with a wide variety of style and content, and always be learning. It engages my mind and provides challenge and creativity. Photo attached was some fun I had with a friends kid and water this past summer.

Welcome. I'll be on the lookout for your shots.

Not a Number · 05-03-2021, 07:38 AM

Welcome to the Forums. Awesome photograph.

05-01-2021, 05:59 AM - 2 Likes	#1
IronHearth New Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1	Hi From North Carolina Hello from North Carolina! I just wanted to introduce myself; I primarily shoot for myself although I did start a studio this year (you have to pay for gear somehow!) and I also do stock photography and shoot for the company I work for. I have been enjoying photography since I was a kid and when I started college my Dad gave me his Pentax K-1000 and lens collection. I moved to the digital world under forced compliance when I lost a screw in my K-1000 while trying to make a repair. I first purchased a K-3 II and some lenses by Tamron and Sigma (love the Art lenses) but finally upgraded to full frame with the K-1 Mark II. I love the star series lenses and the others in the professional lineup. The lens makes such a difference! Anyway, I carry my camera kayaking, backpacking (yes, I bought a pack that can handle a massive amount of weight since these are heavy, but it is so worthwhile!) and this summer plan to start doing some astrophotography, traveling into some areas with good dark skies to play around. The best part of photography is that the sky is not the limit - you can be creative, play with a wide variety of style and content, and always be learning. It engages my mind and provides challenge and creativity. Photo attached was some fun I had with a friends kid and water this past summer. Attached Images

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,407	Welcome! I’m in Charlotte myself. I started with plastic cameras when I was six and moved on to 35mm film by age 10 or 11. I used Nikon manual focus for years, then the pz-1 Pentax autofocus caught me and I never looked back. Looking forward to seeing what you shoot.

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Kevin B123 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Hampshire Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,176	Welcome aboard. Astro-photography is a K-1 series forte, it is challenging and rewarding and we have a wealth of experience on the forums so ask away when you need to.

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ShutterPro Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Posts: 389	Hello, welcome!

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Geodude Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Off to another adventure Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,320	Greetings from the petroleum patch. Hope to see some of your photo postings...

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STARHUNTER94 Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2019 Posts: 771	Welcome from Canada!

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lukulele Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Blue Ridge Escarpment, North Carolina, US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,850	Welcome from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Alleghany County. Stop by Biggs Camera frequently and browse the back hallway. I’ve found more used Pentax equipment that I use daily for $5. Every now and then excellent manual Pentax lenses as well.Though they don’t sell new Pentax, they certainly respect the brand and its capabilities.

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aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	love the photo welcome to the forums you will find friendly members and a lot of knowledge here

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archaeodude Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Fens Posts: 524	Welcome to the forums from the fenland of England! It's nice to hear that you recently opened your studio—good luck!

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Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Welcome to the Forums. Awesome photograph.

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Prohibitiory Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Buckinghamshire, UK Posts: 471	Welcome from UK nice to hear your story!

05-03-2021, 07:33 AM	#14
rm2 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2007 Location: Hudson Valley - NY Posts: 778	Originally posted by IronHearth Hello from North Carolina! I just wanted to introduce myself; I primarily shoot for myself although I did start a studio this year (you have to pay for gear somehow!) and I also do stock photography and shoot for the company I work for. I have been enjoying photography since I was a kid and when I started college my Dad gave me his Pentax K-1000 and lens collection. I moved to the digital world under forced compliance when I lost a screw in my K-1000 while trying to make a repair. I first purchased a K-3 II and some lenses by Tamron and Sigma (love the Art lenses) but finally upgraded to full frame with the K-1 Mark II. I love the star series lenses and the others in the professional lineup. The lens makes such a difference! Anyway, I carry my camera kayaking, backpacking (yes, I bought a pack that can handle a massive amount of weight since these are heavy, but it is so worthwhile!) and this summer plan to start doing some astrophotography, traveling into some areas with good dark skies to play around. The best part of photography is that the sky is not the limit - you can be creative, play with a wide variety of style and content, and always be learning. It engages my mind and provides challenge and creativity. Photo attached was some fun I had with a friends kid and water this past summer. Welcome. I'll be on the lookout for your shots.