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  History of Photography
How did the early cameras work? How were the first pictures made? Who was Frederick Fox Talbot? What was his contribution to photography? What is photojournalism? When was the gelation dry plate in...
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August 05, 2009
 
  Where can I find rechargeable CR123 or CR2?
I am thinking about buying a F75 ro F80. But they don't use AA batteries. I know there is aadaptor for both, but also wants to know if there is any rechargeable/charger for CR123 (used byF80) a...
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August 22, 2004
 
  scanning antique negatives
My brother-in-law is a HUGE history/geneology nut. He recently discovered someone who has all the negatives from over 50 years of a studio working in his home town in the early to mid 20th centu...
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August 21, 2004
 
  Books or websites needed
I am really interested in getting into photography as a fun hobby. I have never done anything with photography. I learned a few things from a site on the internet and I order a catalog for the stud...
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August 19, 2004
 
  PROOF BOOKS
I'm trying to locate proof books so I can present my photos to the client more professionally. I just started doing portrait shoots. So...does anyone have a variety of resources they use for ...
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January 13, 2005
 
  How can I add my own preview of a product ?
How can I add my own review of a product?i.e.lens...
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August 13, 2004
 
  Art Shows
Does anyone know of a source where I can purchase used propanels for art shows. I have checked ebay with no luck. I have some panels now but would like more. Any help is appreciated. John Gasawski...
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August 06, 2004
 
  Any free Canon S820 printer calibration downloads?
Well basically, I need to know if there are any possible free printer calibration profile downloads available for a Cannon S820 printer? If not what is the best software to buy for my printer profi...
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November 30, 2004
 
  How to shoot people of ethnic backgrounds
This weekend I am taking pictures of my sister-in-law's wedding. My problem is that the groom is of African origin and the bride is pale white. When they had their engagement pictures taken y...
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August 14, 2004
 
  Beginner needing advice
I'm a 17 year old who is absolutely in love with photography. I recently got a Nikon N75, which I love. I also have a f/4-5.6G AF zoom lens. Its truly an awsome camera. I really need advice ...
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August 09, 2004
 
  setting up a winter wonderland of a reception
maybe I am not in the right place/site for this question, but here goes anyway..I am getting married in Dec of this year ..our reception hall is rather enormous with two levels(loft). I would like ...
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September 23, 2004
 
  mounting
I am one of those guys with five thumbs on each hand. Which ways (methods)and materials for mounting pics on mats would you recommend me? Leonid...
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July 30, 2004
 
  A good Basic Photography book
I already own "Understanding Exposure" by Bryan Pterson which is fantastic.However, I am looking for something more fundamental.What are your thoughts on Jim Miotke's "Absolute Beginner's G...
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July 28, 2004
 
  wedding photography
ok I was in a wedding taking some pictures for some friends then this was in a hall and I used a canon speed light 300 Ez flash with a canon 3000 camera, I used too some lens like zoom 28-80mm and ...
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July 27, 2004
 
  What does the terms mean?
What do some of the terms mean in some of the answers? I know "OTOH" is "on the other hand" but what about others, like"IMHO" and several more?...
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July 22, 2004
 
  How to Light Portraits of Dark Complected Subjects
I am by no means a professional, but I have taken some portraits of my kids that have met with local appreciation. My kids are fair skinned with sandy hair and blue eyes, so I have always simply us...
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July 21, 2004
 
  Has someone read Creative Camera Control by Peter
With so many books on exposure, has anyonr read "Creative Camera Control" by Peter Layton? Has anyone a review of this book? Thanks for your response....
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July 20, 2004
 
  poses
I have been doing photography for some time now, mainly landscape and pet photography. I now have a job with a company in Las Vegas that I shoot individuals, couples and group shots in the casinos...
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July 30, 2004
 
  Great reference for lens performance
Here's a GREAT consolidation of many manf. of lenses and how well they perform.I sort of gave up on the technical jargon and just checked out the overall "grade" the lens received. Then I looke...
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July 15, 2004
 
  If anyone would like.....?
Hey all. This really isn't a question, but I thought maybe if anyone wants to, I just got my web-site up and running, (not hoasted by BP) and if anyone wants to visit it, they can ask me for th...
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April 10, 2006