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Forum: Post Your Photos!
03-02-2010, 10:50 AM
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Beautiful shot, and I agree, Canada was an awesome host for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
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Forum: Photographic Industry and Professionals
10-26-2009, 10:00 AM
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Thanks again everyone for all of the advice. I am reading and re-reading and trying to take it all in. I am making lists, etc. I just don't know how to thank you enough. :)
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Forum: Photographic Industry and Professionals
10-22-2009, 08:15 AM
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Thanks so much for all of the advice. I have bought two books and am devouring them. I will definitely look for the recommended lenses. I do have two camera bodies already K10 and K20 but only one 540 flash. I may consider renting a second flash as well. I am definitely concerned about using them as guinea pigs and have expressed that concern to the couple. They assure me that they weren't gonna be able to hire a professional anyway and that they will still have family and friends take snapshots. I have a few weeks so I plan to practice, practice, practice. Even on location. I may have to take my daughter out for a mother daughter evening and drop by for some test shots. She's about the same age and size of the bride, without the white dress. (I'll keep that in mind). Thanks again so much for all of your help, warnings and encouragement.
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Forum: Photographic Industry and Professionals
10-21-2009, 03:05 PM
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Also, let me make clear. I realize that I am inexperienced and I am not charging anything for my doing this wedding. This is a couple who can't afford to get a photographer and was going to have the brides sister take some snapshots. I offered to help them out as well as gain some experience. I feel like I will be better than nothing for them because I have been taking photo's since the K-1000 film days, I have taken every class that is in my general area and have studied alot on my own. I realize that it takes more than equipment. I didn't mean to imply that at all. Also in our very small town, it is virtually impossible to get on as an assistant because they all fear competition. I don't know any other way to get my foot in the door except to jump out there and do these weddings for people who can't afford an actual experienced photographer. That is why I am looking for help from you all. Thanks again...
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Forum: Photographic Industry and Professionals
10-21-2009, 01:59 PM
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Call me crazy, but I want to be a wedding photographer. I have done a few bridal portraits just for practice (friends and family) but for those I wasn't rushed and had great lighting etc. I only have a 18-55 kit lens and a DA* 300 lens (I also love nature photography). I am considering renting or possibly buying a lens and wondered what you all would recommend as indispensible - must have. I have been really wanting a DA* 50-135 just because... but now I am wondering if a FA 50 1.4 wouldn't be better being faster and all. Also, if I decide to rent would it be worth it to pay double and go with the DA* 55 1.4 And one more, what about the DA* 16-45. I had also wanted to own it. Do I really need something with a 1.4 aperature if I will probably be using flash - as least for fill anyway. Please help... Any and all advice greatly appreciated.
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
08-28-2009, 07:36 AM
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I have a DA*300 that I bought used from another member and since buying it I have used it ALOT with no problems whatsoever. So far so good. I really want a 50-135 but because of all of these issues I may hold off and think about it for awhile.
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
08-05-2009, 09:26 AM
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I really like this panoramic shot. It has a nice way of leading your eye from left to right.
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Forum: Sold Items
07-23-2009, 07:59 AM
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PM sent re: K20 and grip (just in case).
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
07-08-2009, 12:09 PM
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That is pretty much what I was thinking. I just kept reading about the K7 but I knew the lenses were the way to go. I just wanted more confirmation. Thanks so much for your replies.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
07-08-2009, 10:05 AM
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Hi, I know many have asked similar questions but I am making myself nuts with this decision. I really need help from more experienced pentax owners. I currently have a K10D and have been saving to upgrade. Now I can't decide whether I would be better off with K7 and just use current lenses - which are 18-55 kit lens, FA 135 2.8 MF, and Tamron 70-300 (AF zoom broken) or should I go with K20D and one good lens. (Maybe DA* 50-135). I like landscapes and nature photography. I still have so much to learn and don't know which is the better choice for me right now. All help is so much appreciated.
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
03-14-2009, 07:47 AM
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Hello Everyone... I am new to the site and have frequented other sites and have not found very much information for pentax users. I am so excited to have found this site and look forward to taking part. Oh, a little about me. I'm a Wife and Mom with this obsession for photography. I love nature photography the most. I am from Western NC. I started back in the 80's with a Pentax K1000, for about 18 years while raising a family, photography took a backseat. Now with the empty nest syndrome - I have upgraded to a Pentax K10D and am loving it. :)
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