Jump to content

  • Welcome!

    Register and log in easily with Twitter or Google accounts!

    Or simply create a new Huddle account. 

    Members receive fewer ads , access our dark theme, and the ability to join the discussion!

     

Hobby Photographers?

d-dave

By d-dave,
in Huddle Lounge

Recommended Posts

d-dave Grand Master

d-dave

Posted
Posted

So while ago, I was asking for some lens advice as I've been bitten by the picture taking bug.  Is there an interest in talking about cameras, tips, etc?  Even rating each others photos?  Not like in the "post a pic" topic which has a huge variety of personal and funny internet things.

I have a "cool bro" story to start things.  I bought a refurb lens on amazon (55-250 STM, only $125, I'm broke), and it was delivered yesterday in the rain.  The shipping box was soaked, but luckily the interior box was dry!  But something was odd: it was a brand new lens, not a refurb.  So I lucked out on an amazon error and got a $300 lens for $125.

"Cool story bro," I know, but after having a crappy Monday, it was nice.  Also my first telephoto lens, so I'm looking forward to taking some cool pictures from it.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
cookinwithgas Veteran

cookinwithgas

Posted
Posted

I have a Nikon D3200 and a Tamron zoom, a relatively cheap setup since I basically only use it for football and tailgating.

Every year I try to get a little better and more thoughtful about how I take pictures but it's strictly a hobby, its a great way to meet and see everyone on the lot, and I enjoy it when I can get a good pic of a favorite player. Or Topcat.

http://pantherfanz.smugmug.com

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
d-dave Grand Master

d-dave

Posted
  • Author
Posted

I will say, there are just some cool times when you nail the shot.  That is really satisfying to me.  Even if I get lost in the moment, when I bring it back to the computer, I can find some absolute gems.  Still working on my composition though.  I know that's where I really need to work for the next while.

IMG_0547

I like how I somehow managed to get that little branch touching the full moon, looking like some kind of lolly pop or light bulb.

IMG_0053-2

I did bring up the blues a bunch here, but I loved the way the clouds were rolling in.

IMG_0138

And I can see why people get into portraits.  Shooting at 1.8 (2.8 on my crop sensor) didn't give me a ton of room for screw up my focus.  At least part of my dog is in focus...

I really enjoy finding good reason to take pictures.  I can't wait until the summer when I can really go searching for pretty things to photograph!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • PMH4OWPW7JD2TDGWZKTOYL2T3E.jpg

  • Topics

  • Posts

    • carpanfan96
      Panthers Blueprint: Draft

      By carpanfan96 · Posted

      Rumors are the team is in fact done with Ikem. So it was going to be a LT, just depended on which one got to them at 19. 
    • The Third Reich
      Panthers Blueprint: Draft

      By The Third Reich · Posted

      I have not read the entire thread, and I realize this is fluff to a degree, but it was recorded in real time.  Here are 10 things that stood out to me: 1. Morgan wrote down (before day 3) the first three day 3 picks.  (Lee, Hecht, and Wheatley).  I was never fond of the Morgan hiring as GM.  I thought he was a lazy selection and I questioned his ability to match wits with some of the best GMs in the NFL.  Not any more. Morgan OWNED this draft.  He knew which players were good fits and when they would be bargains, and he got bargains.  I am thoroughly excited about every player. 2. Canales said (about Hecht, a 5th rounder):  "He has a real chance to start."   Morgan said the same thing about Freeling. While I do not expect either to start day 1, it looks to me like we drafted 40% of our starting OL in 2026.  I think we will sign Ickey to a deal and play him at RG, allowing us to escape the Robert Hunt contract in 2027.  Of course that is conditional, and Ickey could replace Moton instead, but if he fully recovers, we are looking at a better RG/RT than he was a LT--which was average.  3. When Morgan said to second-round DT Hunter, "Ready to play beside Derrick Brown?"  Based on personalities, one calm and soft spoken (for the Most part, Brown is) and the other talkative and openly enthusiastic, it reminded me of Brentson Buckner and Kris Jenkins.   4.  Perhaps the steal of the draft was Tennessee WR Chris Brazzell II.  Clearly the Panthers felt that they passed on him when they took Hunter in round 2.  They mentioned his skill set (able to attack on "all three levels.")  This sent me back to watching film. He has speed, hands, and he produced without a great QB. I think he could be great in the NFL.  When  5. Tepper was a bit more involved than I would like, but he seems to be very confident in Morgan.  If I were the owner, I would be doing the same thing.  Canales was also somewhat of a background character--everyone understood his role and stayed in his lane.   6.  I am also very interested in the quantitative analytics aspect of the draft room.  (something like, "He has a 94% chance of being there at pick 55, and a 38% chance of being there at 87). I would like to know their formula, because it seemed to be spot on. 7.  BPA?  Not really.  They had a shopping list and seemed to be targeting the players they selected. I realize other players were edited out, but I was impressed how they knew, by round, who they wanted and if there were multiple options sitting there, they traded back. 8.  Evero (I think) called Lee a candidate that would serve as the "#3 CB."  Morgan describes his size as a plus (Long). Strong praise for a 4th rounder.  If so, we have Thornton coming off injury who played well as an UDFA rookie and they will battle it out to become Jackson's replacement after the 2026 season, assuming the Panthers do not extend him (he turns 30 in 7 months.O 9.  I think we could realistically see every one of these draft picks play this season, and I believe most could start by next year--Realistically, Freeling, Hunter, Hecht, and Brazzell could all be starting or key rotational pieces this year.  I see Lee and Wheatley getting special teams reps and both could be used this season more than expected.   10.  Kuwatch seemed to be predetermined with the final pick, probably because he can add something special to special teams.   He and Bam Martin Scott will fight it out for the 4th ILB position, so it will probably come down to special teams--and Kuwatch stands out there.  Imagine an ILB with a 46.5 vertical (not a typo) on the FG block team.  Kuwatch has an 8.85 RAS score vs. Martin-Scott's 7.5.  
    • thunderraiden
      Panthers Blueprint: Draft

      By thunderraiden · Posted

      They did mention Bain as the pick if he fell but didnt seem confident that would be the case. 
×
×
  • Create New...