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**jackassp** · 08-28-2011, 09:42 PM - **1 Like**

Oh, gawd, we're doing it again!

Single in September (2011)

I would like to invite anyone who might be interested to join this challenge / game.

It's a lot of hard work, it can be daunting, and it will test your inventiveness and resolve.

For the month of September, pick one of your least used lenses, and take a photo every day, and post it for others to enjoy and even critique.

The rules / faq follow:

Please feel free to ask any questions you may have in this thread, and good luck to everyone.

Rules of the challenge:

-Choose one lens
-Take pictures with the lens each day and upload one of them to the Daily Single in September 2011 thread under the monthly challenges group for the appropriate day
- Do this every day for the whole month

FAQ:

Q: where do i post my pictures ?
NEW
A: under the monthly photo challenges group you will find a thread for each day in September, post your picture to the appropriate day, just like posting a picture to any thread on the forum. You can store your pictures wherever you like ie a gallery here (see below) or Flickr or photobucket or your own site, just post them to the daily thread that applies to the picture. here is the group page
Monthly Photo Challenges - PentaxForums.com

Q: What if I have more than one picture worth posting
A: Hopefully you will, there is a group for extras you can start a thread there for your extras if you wish

Monthly Photo Challenges - Extras - PentaxForums.com

Q: How do I participate?
A: Create an album called "Single in September 2011". Go to your User Control Panel, and under Your Profile, choose "Edit Photo Albums". There you can create the album.NEW - OR add them wherever you upload pictures see above but be sure to post them to each daily thread

Q: Once I've created my album, where/how do I submit my album to be included?
A: NEW now everyone can easily follow progress by subscribing to the daily thread (automatic when you post a pic or comment)

Q: How do I link my album photos to the daily thread? If you refer to the Single in April or May or June etc thread you will find lengthy discussion on how to link images complete with pictures. Once you get the hang of it it is easy and makes viewing and commenting on everyone's contributions very easy.

Q; what is the Flickr Group about
A: there is now a Flickr Single in group, if you use flickr please join in and cross post there. perhaps we will entice new unsuspecting members to the forum and the challenge through this venue
Flickr: Single Challenges (Pentax only)

Q: Must I upload a picture every day?
A: No, you can upload it whenever you feel like, but you must choose one for each day

Q: What if I miss a shot?
A: Do not worry about it!

Q: What is a "safety shot"?
A: It is a picture that you take early in the day as a backup if you get too busy to get the shot you wanted

Q: What about all my other lenses, can't I use them?
A: Not for this challenge, but you can shoot with them all you want

Q: If I choose a zoom lens, do I have to stick with one focal length on that lens? Or can I have the entire focal range?
A: You can use the entire focal range

Q: Is it against the rules if I use an extension tube together with the lens?
A: Not at all, you are still using the same lens!

Q: How about mounting the lens reversed then?
A: You can do that! :-)

Q: Is it just for curing LBA?
A: No! You learn a lot from using a single lens for a month, why not choose one of your least favorite ones and get to know it better?
A: You get a new bunch of friends who also shoot one picture every day
A: If you choose a similar lens as someone else, you can compare shots, image quality and share notes *aawww* :-)

Q: Is it hard?
A: The first 7 days are easy. The next 7 will get you on your toes, the next 7 will make you head hurt and if you survive that till the end you will have a bunch of fantastic shots spread out over a whole month

Q: What about that gallery, I do not have enough space for my pictures!
A: Have you considered donating to the site? It will get you a bunch of space and keep the site advertising free! You know you love it like that :-)

Q: Any hints with regards to the Album?
A: Take a snapshot of your chosen lens? Make today's picture the album cover?

Q: Photobook!
A: Yes! What a great idea, a book with photographs chosen by the challengers. Just remember to save the original files so you will have good material for prints

Q: Can I have a look at past challenges?
A: Yes, you can find them by searching single in under the member albums, or by Visiting the various threads from January to August under the group where you will be posting the September Pics.

I hope you all will join in the fun!

Last edited by jackassp; 08-28-2011 at 09:49 PM.

patolds · 08-28-2011, 10:14 PM

Gotchya old china! As you know, I'm in. Shouldn't you be at work or somethin' mate!

Cheers Paddy

adpo · 08-28-2011, 10:53 PM

i'm in! going long this month with my 135mm

patolds · 08-28-2011, 11:02 PM

Originally posted by adpo

i'm in! going long this month with my 135mm

Good luck mate, used mine in November last year, and found it to be quite capable and very good for portrait work! Goodonyah!

Cheers Paddy

annemari · 08-29-2011, 01:10 AM - **1 Like**

I try to get back in... Hoping that everything will go good. Not sure though how will I post everything.. Diving into school-work-private life....

timh · 08-29-2011, 02:06 AM - **1 Like**

I should do this, my camera is gathering dust!

I'll use the M 50mm F1.4.

Just added multiple calendar alarms for each day in September.

patolds · 08-29-2011, 02:12 AM

Originally posted by timh

I should do this, my camera is gathering dust!

I'll use the M 50mm F1.4.

That's right me boyo, and wellcome aboard if you can!

Zulus couldn't crack the Welsh, hope the challenge doesn't!

Cheers Paddy

eddie1960 · 08-29-2011, 05:23 AM

Well I think I'm finally back in, need to get shooting again before I take off for Barcelona at month end. Have to think about what lens to use. but i'll start shooting Thursday one way or the other

was checking in through August and boy there was some good work from everyone

JeffJS · 08-29-2011, 09:58 AM

Don't know yet which lens but I'm in. DA15f4, DA12-24f4, DA35f2.8, K30f2.8, Voigtlander 58f1.4, DFA100f2.8WR, FA*200f2.8 are all lenses among others that haven't spent much time on the camera since November 2010 and in some cases, Ever. Someone is already doing 135mm so I'll leave the k135f2.5 on the shelf at least another month.

**jheu02** · 08-29-2011, 08:48 PM

Not sure if I'll be in this month as I was planning on sending my K20 in to be cleaned, etc while it's still got the 1 free service. But...I did just modify a Vivitar Automatic 28mm/2.8 (M42) so I could use it at all apertures vs just wide open. So, I may have to give it a spin. Won a GW auction. It came on a P3N that was listed as non-functioning since the shutter wouldn't fire (was just the film rewind button stuck in). Got it for the genuine M42-K mount adapter...so the lens, polarizer, and camera was a bonus.

pdophoto · 08-30-2011, 01:09 PM

Hi everyone,
after a full month without doing almost no photos, I think I will use my Pentax M28/2.8 and try for a few landscape that I can post on my RedBubble site.
Ok for now, I'll go check what happened in August.

Bramela · 08-30-2011, 01:26 PM

Yep count me in again. When it comes down to it, it is fun really, and it is a very friendly group, which is worth maintaining.

I hope you don't mind, but I have a new "everyday" lens arriving hopefully in the next week. So I might give another 80-200 lens a run till the new lens arrives.
Vivitar 80-200, temporary till receipt of DA18-250. I have got this new lens just to leave on the camera for general use, as I take the camera to work with me on work days.
I will see how it goes, so to use for most of September, will make things a lot clearer about it being worthwhile/not

All the best for September to all starters.

.

kenafein · 08-30-2011, 01:45 PM

Originally posted by JeffJS

Don't know yet which lens but I'm in. DA15f4, DA12-24f4, DA35f2.8, K30f2.8, Voigtlander 58f1.4, DFA100f2.8WR, FA*200f2.8 are all lenses among others that haven't spent much time on the camera since November 2010 and in some cases, Ever. Someone is already doing 135mm so I'll leave the k135f2.5 on the shelf at least another month.

That's a lot of nice glass to stay in a bag. Maybe you should participate 7 times this month.

**blackcloudbrew** · 08-30-2011, 02:23 PM

Well, I'm in of course but now to the details of what to use...while it's about time for a prime. I've got a Nikon 24 f2.0 [converted for Pentax] that is just itching for some use. My Nokton 58 f1.4 is calling to me though. But my F 17-28/3.5-4.5 Fish-Eye, has been asking for some use too, and frankly the plastic fantastic Tokina 19-35 is just getting cranky. Too many choices. I have decided to partially continue my rail road crossing theme into September but on a less frequent basis. I've reached the point where both north and south, it's getting quite far to go on a daily basis. Who knows? I might even see a real train on the line too. Any one want to help me with this decision?

I do have October figured out, it will be the Samyang 100-500 monster.

**blackcloudbrew** · 08-30-2011, 02:28 PM

Originally posted by JeffJS

Don't know yet which lens but I'm in. DA15f4, DA12-24f4, DA35f2.8, K30f2.8, Voigtlander 58f1.4, DFA100f2.8WR, FA*200f2.8 are all lenses among others that haven't spent much time on the camera since November 2010 and in some cases, Ever. Someone is already doing 135mm so I'll leave the k135f2.5 on the shelf at least another month.

Wow, that is some nice glass. If I were traveling in September, I'ld go with either the DA 12-24 or the DA 35. If you are going to see some fall color that might move my decision. I believe that the Nokton is a difficult lens to use for general photography, although I'm likely to do a month with it too just for the challenge of it. For me I'd have a hard time with a 200mm lens all month. Well whatever you choose, you will amaze us for sure.

08-28-2011, 09:42 PM - 1 Like	#1
jackassp Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Adelaide, South Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 813	Single in September 2011 Oh, gawd, we're doing it again! *Single in September (2011)* I would like to invite anyone who might be interested to join this challenge / game. It's a lot of hard work, it can be daunting, and it will test your inventiveness and resolve. For the month of September, pick one of your least used lenses, and take a photo every day, and post it for others to enjoy and even critique. The rules / faq follow: Please feel free to ask any questions you may have in this thread, and good luck to everyone. Rules of the challenge: -Choose one lens -Take pictures with the lens each day and upload one of them to the Daily Single in September 2011 thread under the monthly challenges group for the appropriate day - Do this every day for the whole month FAQ: Q: where do i post my pictures ? NEW A: under the monthly photo challenges group you will find a thread for each day in September, post your picture to the appropriate day, just like posting a picture to any thread on the forum. You can store your pictures wherever you like ie a gallery here (see below) or Flickr or photobucket or your own site, just post them to the daily thread that applies to the picture. here is the group page Monthly Photo Challenges - PentaxForums.com Q: What if I have more than one picture worth posting A: Hopefully you will, there is a group for extras you can start a thread there for your extras if you wish Monthly Photo Challenges - Extras - PentaxForums.com Q: How do I participate? A: Create an album called "Single in September 2011". Go to your User Control Panel, and under Your Profile, choose "Edit Photo Albums". There you can create the album.NEW - OR add them wherever you upload pictures see above but be sure to post them to each daily thread Q: Once I've created my album, where/how do I submit my album to be included? A: NEW now everyone can easily follow progress by subscribing to the daily thread (automatic when you post a pic or comment) Q: How do I link my album photos to the daily thread? If you refer to the Single in April or May or June etc thread you will find lengthy discussion on how to link images complete with pictures. Once you get the hang of it it is easy and makes viewing and commenting on everyone's contributions very easy. Q; what is the Flickr Group about A: there is now a Flickr Single in group, if you use flickr please join in and cross post there. perhaps we will entice new unsuspecting members to the forum and the challenge through this venue Flickr: Single Challenges (Pentax only) Q: Must I upload a picture every day? A: No, you can upload it whenever you feel like, but you must choose one for each day Q: What if I miss a shot? A: Do not worry about it! Q: What is a "safety shot"? A: It is a picture that you take early in the day as a backup if you get too busy to get the shot you wanted Q: What about all my other lenses, can't I use them? A: Not for this challenge, but you can shoot with them all you want Q: If I choose a zoom lens, do I have to stick with one focal length on that lens? Or can I have the entire focal range? A: You can use the entire focal range Q: Is it against the rules if I use an extension tube together with the lens? A: Not at all, you are still using the same lens! Q: How about mounting the lens reversed then? A: You can do that! :-) Q: Is it just for curing LBA? A: No! You learn a lot from using a single lens for a month, why not choose one of your least favorite ones and get to know it better? A: You get a new bunch of friends who also shoot one picture every day A: If you choose a similar lens as someone else, you can compare shots, image quality and share notes aawww :-) Q: Is it hard? A: The first 7 days are easy. The next 7 will get you on your toes, the next 7 will make you head hurt and if you survive that till the end you will have a bunch of fantastic shots spread out over a whole month Q: What about that gallery, I do not have enough space for my pictures! A: Have you considered donating to the site? It will get you a bunch of space and keep the site advertising free! You know you love it like that :-) Q: Any hints with regards to the Album? A: Take a snapshot of your chosen lens? Make today's picture the album cover? Q: Photobook! A: Yes! What a great idea, a book with photographs chosen by the challengers. Just remember to save the original files so you will have good material for prints Q: Can I have a look at past challenges? A: Yes, you can find them by searching single in under the member albums, or by Visiting the various threads from January to August under the group where you will be posting the September Pics. I hope you all will join in the fun! Last edited by jackassp; 08-28-2011 at 09:49 PM.

08-29-2011, 02:06 AM - 1 Like	#6
timh Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wales Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 445	I should do this, my camera is gathering dust! I'll use the M 50mm F1.4. Just added multiple calendar alarms for each day in September. Last edited by timh; 08-29-2011 at 02:14 AM.

08-30-2011, 01:26 PM	#12
Bramela Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Newcastle Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,284	Yep count me in again. When it comes down to it, it is fun really, and it is a very friendly group, which is worth maintaining. I hope you don't mind, but I have a new "everyday" lens arriving hopefully in the next week. So I might give another 80-200 lens a run till the new lens arrives. Vivitar 80-200, temporary till receipt of DA18-250. I have got this new lens just to leave on the camera for general use, as I take the camera to work with me on work days. I will see how it goes, so to use for most of September, will make things a lot clearer about it being worthwhile/not All the best for September to all starters..

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patolds Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Macedon Ranges, Victoria Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 300	Gotchya old china! As you know, I'm in. Shouldn't you be at work or somethin' mate! Cheers Paddy

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adpo Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery Posts: 888	i'm in! going long this month with my 135mm

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patolds Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Macedon Ranges, Victoria Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 300	Originally posted by adpo i'm in! going long this month with my 135mm Good luck mate, used mine in November last year, and found it to be quite capable and very good for portrait work! Goodonyah! Cheers Paddy

08-29-2011, 01:10 AM - 1 Like	#5
annemari Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tallinn Photos: Albums Posts: 107	I try to get back in... Hoping that everything will go good. Not sure though how will I post everything.. Diving into school-work-private life....

08-29-2011, 02:12 AM	#7
patolds Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Macedon Ranges, Victoria Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 300	Originally posted by timh I should do this, my camera is gathering dust! I'll use the M 50mm F1.4. That's right me boyo, and wellcome aboard if you can! Zulus couldn't crack the Welsh, hope the challenge doesn't! Cheers Paddy

08-29-2011, 05:23 AM	#8
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	Well I think I'm finally back in, need to get shooting again before I take off for Barcelona at month end. Have to think about what lens to use. but i'll start shooting Thursday one way or the other was checking in through August and boy there was some good work from everyone

08-29-2011, 09:58 AM	#9
JeffJS Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,484	Don't know yet which lens but I'm in. DA15f4, DA12-24f4, DA35f2.8, K30f2.8, Voigtlander 58f1.4, DFA100f2.8WR, FA*200f2.8 are all lenses among others that haven't spent much time on the camera since November 2010 and in some cases, Ever. Someone is already doing 135mm so I'll leave the k135f2.5 on the shelf at least another month.

08-29-2011, 08:48 PM	#10
jheu02 Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,027	Not sure if I'll be in this month as I was planning on sending my K20 in to be cleaned, etc while it's still got the 1 free service. But...I did just modify a Vivitar Automatic 28mm/2.8 (M42) so I could use it at all apertures vs just wide open. So, I may have to give it a spin. Won a GW auction. It came on a P3N that was listed as non-functioning since the shutter wouldn't fire (was just the film rewind button stuck in). Got it for the genuine M42-K mount adapter...so the lens, polarizer, and camera was a bonus.

08-30-2011, 01:09 PM	#11
pdophoto Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Saguenay, Qc, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 182	Hi everyone, after a full month without doing almost no photos, I think I will use my Pentax M28/2.8 and try for a few landscape that I can post on my RedBubble site. Ok for now, I'll go check what happened in August.

08-30-2011, 01:45 PM	#13
kenafein Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Southern California Photos: Albums Posts: 4,082	Originally posted by JeffJS Don't know yet which lens but I'm in. DA15f4, DA12-24f4, DA35f2.8, K30f2.8, Voigtlander 58f1.4, DFA100f2.8WR, FA*200f2.8 are all lenses among others that haven't spent much time on the camera since November 2010 and in some cases, Ever. Someone is already doing 135mm so I'll leave the k135f2.5 on the shelf at least another month. That's a lot of nice glass to stay in a bag. Maybe you should participate 7 times this month.

08-30-2011, 02:23 PM	#14
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,461	Well, I'm in of course but now to the details of what to use...while it's about time for a prime. I've got a Nikon 24 f2.0 [converted for Pentax] that is just itching for some use. My Nokton 58 f1.4 is calling to me though. But my F 17-28/3.5-4.5 Fish-Eye, has been asking for some use too, and frankly the plastic fantastic Tokina 19-35 is just getting cranky. Too many choices. I have decided to partially continue my rail road crossing theme into September but on a less frequent basis. I've reached the point where both north and south, it's getting quite far to go on a daily basis. Who knows? I might even see a real train on the line too. Any one want to help me with this decision? I do have October figured out, it will be the Samyang 100-500 monster.

08-30-2011, 02:28 PM	#15
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,461	Originally posted by JeffJS Don't know yet which lens but I'm in. DA15f4, DA12-24f4, DA35f2.8, K30f2.8, Voigtlander 58f1.4, DFA100f2.8WR, FA*200f2.8 are all lenses among others that haven't spent much time on the camera since November 2010 and in some cases, Ever. Someone is already doing 135mm so I'll leave the k135f2.5 on the shelf at least another month. Wow, that is some nice glass. If I were traveling in September, I'ld go with either the DA 12-24 or the DA 35. If you are going to see some fall color that might move my decision. I believe that the Nokton is a difficult lens to use for general photography, although I'm likely to do a month with it too just for the challenge of it. For me I'd have a hard time with a 200mm lens all month. Well whatever you choose, you will amaze us for sure.

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