Hey mate Thanks for the article on Al Perry. Do you know, it's guys like him that inspire me to constantly strive for improvement ! When I first started, I joked that there are as many things to remember when taking a photo as there are at the top of your golf backswing. I was wrong, there are many more "little things" that make up "the perfect golf swing of photography" ! but the difference is that we all use basically a box that captures light and Mother Nature ! Physical prowess and mental toughness are not issues in our game ! it is all out there for us to grasp, with equal opportunities (give or take a lense or two !) The bottom line is, we will get out of photography what we put in, in direct proportion ! and now I'm off to buy some bug spray !
Absolutely love nature shots! All genres interest me and anything the masters have laid before me, I should certainly follow! Great resources and inspiration!
Peter, I cannot comment or reply your comment in the Five contest ...is it just (again) my account or do you have the same issues...? And,,,!!!!!happy belated birthday mate! I just did not realise....:)
illusions are somehow similar to dreams, they need their time and may open up ... and ... realism must not always meet illusion ;-) ... am very happy that you kept a place for both ...
Good Morning, Peter (at least it is here) Happy Birthday and many more of them!!!! Another 365 dinners, enjoy them all. Have a great day!!!! Slainte Myra
Roland was a fine Fotki Friend. We were the same age. I always enjoyed his posts and quirky translations. Roland would like to inform me whenever I was on the front page of Fotki... and I would of him... It was fun, enjoyable, and he will be missed...
Thank you Manfred for informing me of this... My Thoughts go out for his Family and Friends...
Gary G. Schempp
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Damn,
Another good guy gone.
I also enjoyed Roland's unique personality and postings, but especially his big heart and desire for friendship across language and culture barriers.
Thanks for letting me know, I knew he was pretty crook, but I didn't realise it was that serious.
Peter thank you so much for your comment. We sometimes forget about the little ones who go home too soon. I have taken many a photo of these little ones. Sometime It is a honor to be with them not only when there life is so short but to help the parents and family come to terms with the death. I have attended many of the wakes and the photos show eveyone who that child was. Most of all he or she was here and loved. Its a comfort to me to share this little one with all. She was born too early at 19 weeks yet she was so so so so beautiful. Every little detail on her was complete. My friend wanted to share her photo to let the world know she was here and loved. We only picked one with her feet and the words for the world to think. I guess I did that. God Bless Sandy
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Hi Sandy,
Thanks for getting back to me. I wasn't aware of this ministry, but I can see it fulfills a real need. One lady in our church had several miscarriages and then lost her beautiful baby girl at almost 12 months of age from SIDS. Helping her through that was difficult, but the funeral was a very moving & positive experience for people who have faith. Children's funerals are always the hardest so anything we can do to help is a boon, so God bless you mate.
The trouble with any of the forums except perhaps the Critique Me forum is getting people to have a look & contribute. This has been the case right from the start. If you look at the stats, the Critique Me forum is by far the most frequented, followed by daylight. Perhaps the best way is to just ask a bunch of people to contribute & post a link with your request.
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