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  Where Can I Have My Photo Made into a Postcard?
Can you please tell me where I can have my personal photos turned into post or view cards?...
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May 12, 2004
 
  Filter Question: The Way Polarizers Work
Although a stupid question... could you please tell me the practical difference between a linear polarizer and a circular one... Thanks...
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December 23, 2003
 
  Durst 606 vs. Bogen 22a Special Enlarger
I am creating my own darkroom and purchased a Durst 606 enlarger, but then was given a nice Bogen 22a enlarger. I have heard that the Durst model is a little better, but the Bogen seems easier to ...
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December 20, 2008
 
  Sony Camera + HP PhotoSmart Printer = Unclear Pics
I use a Sony digital camera (uses floppy disks) and HP Photosmart 1000 printer. Pics look great on PC but when I print them out, they are not as clear as they should be. I am using high gloss Koda...
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June 11, 2003
 
  Deciding on a zoom...
Ok... I just bought my N80 with a 50mm prime lens, thinking this would get me started. I now know I probably should have gone with an 85 or 100mm for my portrait work, but that's another subj...
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March 27, 2006
 
  Pushing and Pulling - The Yin and Yang of Film
Hi - can you please shed some light on "Pushing and Pulling" film. I shot a roll of Ilford PanF Plus 50 at ISO 100 which to my understanding means the film is over exposed. How do I determine the n...
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November 08, 2005
 
  Shooting into the Sun
I know the rule about shooting with sun behind you, but sometimes that just isn't possible. What should I do when shooting into the sun to improve my pictures. The sun is not necessarily in the...
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July 31, 2002
 
  Homemade Background Help Needed!
Ok, I thought I could rig up my own background, but could really use some insight from those of you who have done this.I bought some fabric... just 3 X 9, but that should be fine since my first sho...
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August 12, 2006
 
  Ring Flash
Interested in buying a ring flash. But it says macro, but seen it used for fashion photography. Can it be used successfully indoor/outdoor, is it useful for only macro shots. Whats the differenc...
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February 23, 2005
 
  exposure adjustment
I understand that the exposure adjustment is needed under the various lighting conditions. However, what does it mean by increasing 1 stop, 1.5 stops, 2 stops....? Is it means the movement on expos...
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February 06, 2006
 
  F/stop - What is That?
What is the meaning of the term "F/stop"?...
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September 24, 2004
 
  International Freelance Photographers Organization
Is it worth getting the $100 gold press blah blah?...
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February 23, 2008
 
  Red Eye Reduction Feature on Small Camera
I have an Olympus DLX Stylus camera and I noticed that the red eye reduction mode does not really work when my models are young children or have blue eyes. Can you explain please why?...
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July 16, 2002
 
  Best Backgrounds for School Photos
Please give me advice on choosing appropriate backgrounds for children taking school pics. Should I consider more the child's skin tone/eye color or clothing color?...
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January 24, 2006
 
  Oh No.. Not another Rebel 2000 vs N65 Question!
Hi Guys,I've narrowed down my search for a beginner SLR 35mm AF camera to the Canon Rebel 2000 and
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June 23, 2003
 
  In Real Life, the Walls are White...
In this typical (of my efforts) photo, the white walls in the background do not show up as white walls, but have a gray/green cast to them. The photo was taken with a Nikon N90s with SB-28 using f...
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October 04, 2002
 
  Starting a B&W darkroom.
I am considering trying B&W film developing, but I am not quite sure what's involved in setting up a darkroom. If anyone could give me a general idea of what's involved and approximately h...
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February 28, 2006
 
  Looking For A Good Digital Camera Under $200
Hi - I am trying to find me a nice digital camera to use to add pictures to my Web page and send some pictures on email here. I have the WebTV plus I use that one that has the NTSC hook up on it. I...
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February 26, 2002
 
  A Trinity of Questions About Selling Photos
How would one start looking for the establishments that purchase photos? What would be best photos to shoot? How do you approach these establishments? Any other tidbits are welcome. Thanks....
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September 28, 2002
 
  The Way My Photos Look After Upload
My photo looks good on my PC but when I send it to the site it looks blurry and out of focus. How come this happens? ...
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May 03, 2008