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  Artist's photos and mad New Yorkers
An artist has a show of his photos that he took from his apartment window of apartments across the street.
Would like to see what develops out of this.

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June 10, 2013
 
  Lightroom 4 Upgrade
I have had Lightroom 3 for about a year and have just installed the upgrade to Lightroom 4. Now I have both versions on my computer. Is it ok to uninstall Lightroom 3? Thanks!...
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May 16, 2013
 
  my membership
I sent a check last week for my membership. I still cannot create a gallery. How long does it take for a check to clear?Bill RitenourDLX_SPT-510201315115...
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May 14, 2013
 
  Which lenses to take to Ireland?
I will be traveleing to Ireland soon. I have a Canon 60D and Canon 10-22, 17-55, and 70-200 F4 lenses. I also have a 60mm macro and a set of extension tubes.I would like to take just two lenses a...
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January 30, 2024
 
  Permission to use a photo
I know variations of this question has been asked before, but I would still like to get opinions, suggestions, cautions, etc. from this group. I received a request to use a photo by a non-profit g...
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May 08, 2013
 
  Canvas Wrap
I am wanting to have some photos made into gallery wraps. Does anyone know of a company that produces wraps that still look like the original photo. I want quality above all else. Any suggestion...
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April 17, 2013
 
  who is Wxeaplni?
When I went to check a comment on one of my images, everybody's name had been changed to Wxeaplni Weaplni?? HUh????...
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March 25, 2013
 
  selling gear
Hello. Does anyone know the best way to sell used equipment? I have a Canon 7d that I used for 16 months. I would like to upgrade. Have any of you sold equipment before? Thanks....
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March 25, 2013
 
  Places to shoot Down Under.
Hi fellow BPers, I will be spending the next four weeks in Australia to meet family and hopefully take sometime out to shoot this wonderful country. I will be visiting Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, ...
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March 21, 2013
 
  Digital Storage
What is considered "best practice" when it comes to storage of images, back up etc. I use Lightroom 4....
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April 14, 2013
 
  Extreme pro high capacity memory cards
Do high capacity, I.e. 32G Extreme Pro by Sandisk for shooting With a 5DII in RAW have a life span, and what is the average life span for these cards?...
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May 07, 2013
 
  Portrait of High School Orchestra
I have been asked to take a portrait of a high school orchestra that has 60-70 members. The orchestra will be on a stage with a black background. I plan to use two AB 800 strobes, placed high and ...
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February 27, 2013
 
  Post Production Software
Any recommendations for photo post production software? Have been using Aperture and am looking for something new......
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February 18, 2013
 
  Focusing Issues
I am experiencing difficulty getting great focus shots with my 70-200 L series Canon lens. Specifically, I cannot seem to get the crisp shots. I shoot a lot of action rodeo photography and the pa...
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February 13, 2013
 
  Infrared Conversion
I am thinking about having one of my lesser used cameras (Canon 40D or 50D) set off for a Infrared Conversion. Infrared images have always intrigued me. However, there are several companies I cou...
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February 12, 2013
 
  How to do a quick transfer to Laptop from Canon 5D
I am a seasoned photographer but have never shot photos and immediately transferred them to my laptop for CD burning. I have volunteered to do a pet shoot for Valentines Day to benefit a Breast C...
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February 01, 2013
 
  Smoky Mountains
I retired 2 years ago and purchased Mountaineer Campground in Townsend, TN in order to pursue my photography passion in the Smokies. I would like to invite my fellow BP members to stop by and visit...
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January 13, 2013
 
  Photography Class
I signed up for a class in the spring of 2012. I have not submitted any assignment because I am not motivated. The reason I am not motivated is because no one else is in the class. My question i...
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January 08, 2013
 
  White Balance Selection
If I am taking an outdoor portrait and the sky is cloudy, but I am going to use an off camera fill flash, what should I set my WB to....cloudy or flash...or auto? Please advise. Thank you.......
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December 19, 2012
 
  Travel Lens
My best lens bit the dust and I would like to replace it. I shoot Canon and would like to know what is the best lens for interiors and what is the best lens for travel. Does anyone have experienc...
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January 22, 2013