Tuesday, September 04, 2007

Selling your old film cameras, etc.

I recently had a very good experience selling ALL my old film equipment, lenses, strobe, and a D100 Nikon digital camera. I got a good price. The New York oufits I called didn't even want to discuss buying my stuff.

I got this organization thru the Nikonian web site.

It's:

usedcamerabuyer.com for an online quote.

(866)735-5444 x27

Monday, August 27, 2007

NIKON D100 - SOLD

Ignore my previous e-mail. The camera and lens have been sold.

Sunday, August 26, 2007

Nikon D100 plus 28-200 lens FOR SALE


This is a 6.1 megapixel digital single lens reflex camera in outstanding condition. It includes a Nikkor 28-200 lens, two batteries, a charger, and a memory card. A perfect way to get started in digital photography or graduate from the snap shot, digital point-and-shoot world that immediately defines you as an amateur!


This limited offer to only GCC Blog readers will not last forever.


All for $450. Compare to ebay prices, but buy from someone you know.
Why am I selling it? I own a Nikon D200 and don't need an extra DSLR.


Note: A decent point-and-shoots will cost at least $350.

Saturday, August 25, 2007

A-10 Landing - 160 knots


Taken at about 100 feet with a Nikon D200 using a Nikon 70-200 f2.8 VR lens. Set camera for continuous high-speed shutter and continuous focus at about 1/400 sec., ISO 200.

Plane passed me going about 160 knots according to the pilot.


I has special permission to be on the median between two runways.


The plane is an A-10 designed to knock out tanks with 30mm rapid -fire canon in the nose. You've seen it at the Granby Memorial Day Parade flyovers.


The plane was flown by my neighbor.
The tire smoke was supplied at my request.


This plane is a flying gray card, so white balance was a snap.

Wednesday, July 04, 2007

Kayakers

More pictures from Tariffville gorge

Harry















Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Kayaks in Tarrifville

We went down to Tarrifville and shot some folks from Westfield Water Sports on the whitewater. You can learn more about them at www.weu.com.










Sunday, June 10, 2007

June scavenger hunt winners

Flower - Del Shilkret

Weathervane - Del Shilkret

Favorite - Rob Fisher

Thursday, June 07, 2007

MEETING NOTES FOR June 4, 2007

Rob opened the meeting and asked us to all to introduce ourselves with a comment about what we most like to photograph. A new visitor was Chris Larsen.

Treasurers report: Balance June 5, 2007 $681.80

Old Business:
1. Granby Library Card Pictures
It was noted that Peter Dinella has submitted a picture and the Library board and Joan Fox have not chosen the picture they will use for the new card.
2. Library Photography Exhibit
The exhibit is in place and will remain for the month of June so make sure you all stop in to see it. Job well done!
3. Kelly Lane Photography Exhibit
The pictures are hung and can stay until we decide to replace them.
4. Simsbury Calendar
Don’t forget to be taking pictures for next years calendar. The guide lines for submissions will be posted on the blog. The photos need to be ready early September.

New Business:
1. A program committee was formed to plan next year’s programs. Dick, Nancy, Tom, and Rob agreed to serve! Please do some brain- storming and let them know what you would like!!!!!!!
2.Field Trip Planned
Kayaking at the Tariffville Gorge field trip has been planned. Those interested in joining this trip meet at the Granby Senior Center on Wednesday, June 13 at 5:15 pm to car pool. Bring insect repellent and your camera gear!
3.If anyone is interested in a field trip to Stanley Park email Rob to coordinate a time etc.
4. We will plan a social for the fall.
Program:
Vern gave an excellent presentation on Composition using his study guide and slides to demonstrate the principles for improving the composition of our photographs! Thanks Vern!!!!!!

Winners for May Scavenger Hunt:
Flowers and Weathervane: Del
Favorite: Rob Fisher
All winning photos will be posted on our Camera Club blog. The winners and other entrees can be seen at the Granby Senior Center Community Room.
Scavenger Hunt Words for Summer: Performance, Summer and Favorite.
Please note that it was decided to have the favorite pictures be at least 5x7 or larger. The other categories can be 4x6 and larger.

Our Next meeting: Monday, September 10 at 7:30 PM at the Granby Senior Center. Program to be announced.

Sunday, May 13, 2007

MEETING NOTES FOR May 7, 2007

GRANBY CAMERA CLUB
MEETING NOTES FOR May 7, 2007

Rob opened the meeting and asked us to all to introduce ourselves with a comment about any photographic web sites we like.
Nikonians.org, Goggle, Our blog, KenRockwell.com, Kodak.com, Adobe.com Bytephoto.com, Pbase.com

Treasurers report: Balance May 7, 2007 $681.80

Old Business:
1. Granby Library Card Pictures
Joan Fox would like some more pictures to choose from. Remember that the library information will be printed over the picture. Please leave your 4x6 pictures at the Library for Joan.
2. Library Photography Exhibit
Each club member is asked to bring in:
2 photos 5x7 matted in black frames
1 photo 8x10 matted in black frames
If you wish you may also bring in 4x6 matted in a black frame.
The pictures need to be brought to the Senior Center Office by Wednesday, May23. If you have any questions email Rob! paintblr@cox.net
3. Kelly Lane Photography Exhibit
We will hang six 8x10 photos at Kelly Lane. It was decided we would have nature/animal theme. Maddie, Dick, and Del will leave their unframed pictures at the Senior Center for Paula to pick up by Wednesday May 23. Rob and Paula will also have pictures and Gary will be asked also.
4. Simsbury Calendar
The Bank asked if we were willing to resubmit our pictures from last year. Those of us that participated in the contest agreed to this suggestion.
Don’t forget to be taking pictures for next years calendar.


New Business:
1. It was recommended and voted that we donate $50 to Fidelco Guide Dogs in Gretchen Orr’s memory.
2. A program committee was formed to plan next year’s programs. Dick, Nancy, Tom, and Rob agreed to serve! Please do some brain- storming and let them know what you would like!!!!!!!
3.Field Trips
A trip to Stanley Park in Westfield was discussed. Email Rob if you are interested and give him some ideas as to day and time.
Harry and Andrea will get more information about the Kayaking at the Tariffville Gorge, so a field trip can be planned.

Program:
Rick Matheny gave a most informative talk on Macro Photography.
Some of the highlights:
Informative book on macro photography: Close Up in Nature by John Shaw
Equipment needed:
Study tripod and Camera
Lens with a macro setting. Rick recommends 100-200 focal length.
Focusing Rail
Flash and flash bracket that can be positioned as needed
Optional equipment
Close up lens
Extension tubes
Teleconverter
Bellows
Biggest Challenges
What should be in focus (focal point)
Light: always add one stop, use fill flash
Movement: use a shutter release cable or self-timer

Winners for April Scavenger Hunt:
Flow: (TIE) Nancy Canfield & Rob Fisher
Falling: Nancy Canfield
Favorite: Rob Fisher
All winning photos will be posted on our Camera Club blog. The winners and other entrees can be seen at the Granby Senior Center Community Room.

Scavenger Hunt Words for May: Flower, Weather Vanes, and Favorite.
Please note that it was decided to have the favorite pictures be at least 5x7 or larger. The other categories can be 4x6 and larger.

Our Next meeting : 7:30 PM at the Granby Senior Center.

Programs: June 4: Composition - Vern Wells
Vern prepared a very comprehensive study guide for the program. If you did not get one let me know and we can leave some at the Senior Center Office for you.

Thursday, May 03, 2007

Want to learn how to take Panoramas?


Enders Falls panorama.


You need a tripod, levels, Photoshop, and a digital camera.

Wednesday, May 02, 2007

Ender's Fall Early Morning...best times?


This was taken early in the morning on a hot and humid summer day. Has anybody taken photos of Enders at sunrise/sunset? What's it like? Best times?

Tuesday, May 01, 2007

Fun making panoramas


Stephen & Nancy Hayes house and goat farm on North Granby Road. I stitched about 6 photos together to get this shot. Panoramas are good to document farms, etc. to show entire farm rather than pieces. It would be impossible to get this shot except with a fisheye lens, but that distorts and is not apporopriate for this kind of work. This photo covers about 180 degrees.