Hello Sam. That was an interesting comment you left at “Cheeky Honeyeater”. I used to live in WA too. I can’t say that I’m familiar with a Rufus Honeyeater. That’s hardly surprising though, I tend to learn about birds after a get a photo of one of them and I’m wondering what I got this time.
There are three colours, Ten digits and seven notes, its what we do with them that’s important.
Ruth Ross
Hi Sam, many thanks for visiting Velvet Shanks and for your comments. I like your idea for a different composition; focussing on the fungi more. With this one I just loved the differences in colours and textures in one small area. Like a lot of subjects, you can revisit and alter the whole look and feel of the thing. It'll have to wait till next fall now - they were sacrificed for the pan, and delicious they were too;o)
Cheers,
Steve.
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What we assume, expect, or believe creates and colors our experience.
By expanding our deepest beliefs about what is possible,
we change our experience of life."
-Dan Millman (from The Laws of Spirit)
Hi Sam, thanks for visiting and commenting on The Last Punk Rocker. Very much appreciated. I agree, most of these hairy cattys cause nasty rashes - a few can bring on more severe reactions. Fortunately this one's bark is worse than his bite;O)
Cheers,
Steve.
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Reference: "In Memory Of Poodle Spider". Thks for visiting my memorial to a gorgeous spider. I agree with you that they should be left alone. They do us a service in riding our living areas of unwanted pests. May I direct you to two others captures of Poodle Spider, one of which is the highest rated posting I have..."Poodle Spider's House" (C-index of 88) and also, "Poodle Spider". She got her name from the poodle like tufts on her legs. She is of the Bannana Spider family according to the internet. Thk you for stopping by, Sam. Always nice to hear from you.
Pat
Hello, Sam! I appreciate your commenting on my image! "Twisted hearts" - here are no filters on it! I made simply a background (painting + some Photoshop"s manipulations - light, swirl etc. but no filters) and than i made the rest .I always make so- first background and after it comes an idea - what can i do with it as next:-)))
sam, i've heard you talk about the c scores many times. i still would like to watch the process of one photograph going through the scoring process from start to finish. today i uploaded a photo 'waiting for the ferry". the seagull is technically perfect. i know however it will receive a mediocre score. why? i have no idea, but i'm sure it will. i also know that if i upload people pictures they will get low scores. so, being that no one likes to get his or her toes stepped on would i do it. i do well with landscapes and flowers so i should be satisfied. i wish there were no scores, but that's just me. i'm not in "the group" that runs to vote for and download for my friends so i guess i should be happy just to enjoy seeing my photos on my computer screen. i purposely did not add this to the string on people pictures. thanks for your ear! jen
i'm so far behind that i know i'll never catch up. sorry if i don't comment on each of your pictures. . be patient!
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Thanks Sam for “Young Wagtail” I heard that they will pluck human hair. My friends mum had one do that to her when she was hanging out the washing. She wasn’t amused at the time but we thought it was hilarious :-) I have often seen them chase of birds many times their own size.
There are three colours, Ten digits and seven notes, its what we do with them that’s important.
Ruth Ross
hi sam, i know the lighting is not so great on the tarahumara woman the roof is in the way. should i take her out and light her up and put her back in? really do appreciate the dialogue on this subject. i was by no means trying to start something (bad). i just was looking for input on people pictures. jen
i'm so far behind that i know i'll never catch up. sorry if i don't comment on each of your pictures. . be patient!
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Thanks for the comment on "watching" your right about sharpness, 300mm 5.6 is a little hard to hold, and i didnt want to push the sharpening to far, ill give lightening it a try though, thanks again :-)
Thanks Sam for commenting on my picture “Monarch Migration” I had my long zoom on the camera trying to get some squirrel pictures when I photographed this Monarch. The macro setup would have been much better but it is what it is.
Hello Sam ... Appreciate your viewing Li'l Chickadee and offering an opinion. "Perfect composition", you said. What an ego boost for this old hack ... Thanks !
Just an old "Grampa" who still has a Kodak "Box" camera kicking around the attic ... learning and enjoying the wonders of modern digital photography.
Hello Sam, thank you so much for stopping in to talk to me about "Colors in a Pond"! I appreciate your thoughts and comments, and any ideas, you think I may find helpful! Yes, you are right about the trimming of the tree tops, and so is your guess! I did, indeed want to include as much reflectivity as possible, as that was a special day, in every way! Conditionally, everything was just right! I would be interested Sam, in what your choices may have been! Thank you again, and I will look forward to your next visit! Sincerely, Marilyn
Caedes Perspective ...In time, I'll either get back to it...ir concoct something similar to it...Thanks for your feedback...
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Thanks for the comment on Where You Trod. I'm still learning and your words are encouraging.
You will be led to the knowledge of the internal things which are invisible to you, by the external things which you see before you. . . . Even so then, we can represent to ourselves in thought the Author of all that is, by contemplating and admiring the (visible) things which He has made, and ever brings into being.
- Hermes
Hey there Mister Madman, wat'cha know that I don't know
Tell me some crazy stories, let me know who runs this show
Glassy-eyed and laughing, he turns and walks away
Tell me what made you that way
Hi there, thanks for commenting on the fantasy painting! The picture is painted on canvas, so it has a texture, but i did add a canvas texture after it as it takes some of the glare off from when u take the photograph, and you cant see the texture of the canvas too well on a photograph anyway!! glad you liked the pic! its lost alot of detail from being so reduced in size
Jan
Made From the Choicest Hops ...So what's wrong with a nice ice cold "Roo"?...If someone bROOed it...I'd drink it! (LOL) I love the handcrafted taste that spring from these microbreweries...Here's one by the name of Rock Bottom , a popular chain here in the states... Thanks for visiting...
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Thank-you for your comments on "Forest Planet" - I always appreciate your feedback. (Took the photo at Western Plains Zoo - at Dubbo - but had camera pointing AWAY from the Tiger! Planet in Mind)
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Hi Sam Thanks for your comment on Sweet Service... I couldnt believe it either when I saw it.. they also had a liquor one but he was pretty expensive... imagine the money they would make on that... (maybe you should look into that.. I cant remember if these guys were at Jacobs Well or up near Straddie)
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Hi there neighbour.. hehehehe.. thanks for commenting on Purple Swirls... glad you enjoyed it.. it was fun making it.. this wasnt even a panorama just Jacaranda Road.. lol..
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Let's Tailgate!...It's the American sports party culture..."Tailgating" originated as a handfull of friends outside a stadium before the game...gathered around the back of a car, with a portable grill, barbecuing, lifting a few beers, and just schmoozing with good friends...Now it's morphed into large parties and outside shindigs...I hope that sheds some light...Thanks for visiting...
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You have a good eye Sam! When I took Stone Tired I probably didnt notice cause I spent more time climbing than gazing! When I see big rocks I tend to see a big playground! Thank-you Sam 'Lisa
I wanted to travel the world and then I discovered the beauty my own country had to offer. Explore your world.
But, you know ... no chocolates or anything like that ... hey, I know ... lets' go and put bids on neighbouring properties ... really, really ... really high ones and then knock back a few Fosters? :oP
The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes,
but in having new eyes.
- Marcel Proust
I wanted to return the wonderful comment you made with another, but after seeing your gallery I realized it would be a task figuring out which of your images I liked best. You are a very talented and helpful individual. Take care and I look foward to see what you can bring to us in the future.
Hey there Mister Madman, wat'cha know that I don't know
Tell me some crazy stories, let me know who runs this show
Glassy-eyed and laughing, he turns and walks away
Tell me what made you that way
Thank you for commenting on 'Untitled', with a lily and a leaf. It has been a while since I have wielded a camera so I am having to get a feel for things I already know. I do have to say it is like riding a bike, you never forget the basics. And I had forgotten how comfertable I am behind a lens. Anyways thank you for your encouragement.
Hey there Mister Madman, wat'cha know that I don't know
Tell me some crazy stories, let me know who runs this show
Glassy-eyed and laughing, he turns and walks away
Tell me what made you that way
Belated birthday greetings, Mr. Atar, wherever you are...just wanted you to know that apart from my poetic writings to you, I do plan on making a birthday gift for you but purposely postponed it after reading somewhere that you would be away, possibly to avoid just that, lol...you cannot escape these things...one day when you least expect it, there it will be, sticking out like a sore thumb with your name on it, hehe...meantime, hope you had a great birthday and are enjoying your vacation.:Pat.
Due to the recent slow down of the site, my comments and thank you's have been few as it was very time-consuming...will catch up ASAP...meanwhile, a group thank you to all and keep up the great work everyone.
Thanks Sam.
I actually forgot I deleted the Older "Lost". Appreciate your nice words.
You BTW, have a most incredible gallery! After some years of "self retirement", I've started to get back a bit,into my old first love of Photography. You work is definately an inspiration. :-)
I appreciate the kind words on this. You're actually correct, it would look better if say a planet was added in the background. I'll see what I can do and see how it turns out.
Hi Sam, thanks so much for your lovely comments for " Ruby Drop" not sure that I mirrored it, think I used a plug in for a lot of the fancy stuff, maybe that mirrored it :) Glad you like it anyway..
Auline
Hello Sam,
Thanks for your feedback on "Little Garden Acrobat",I appreciate it :) and I agree with you that the detail could have been a bit better, especially around the head of the ladybug...
Have a good evening,
Jess
"To The World You Might Be One Person; But To One Person You Might Be the World."
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Hello Sam, good to hear from you. Thks for stopping by, "The Beginning" which was a giraffe portrait. She does have a look that is one of a kind-sort of snooty look or flirtatious. Appreciate your comments.
Pat
Hello Sam,
since you occupation is Renovator and your projects is Pointing out other peoples mistakes, I'd say: "Give it a try, and feel free to rework the mosque image"!
Will you send me a p.m. whn you post it?
Thanks and succes!
Paul
If you can't find the words, you may as well shoot it...
G'day Sam,
Thanks for dropping by Fresh Linen and for offering your advice. On this occasion I'll pass on it as the light levels are exactly as I wanted them, that's why the photo was taken at dusk. :) Everyone else seems to want it brighter so I guess that makes me the weirdo here.
Mikel.
Thanks sam for commenting on "Waterfront Patterns". It was a sight that grabbed me immediately as soon as I saw the little red ship sail in front of the red building. I also agree about the quality but you have to realise my compact Fuji F31 only has x3 zoom and I was on the other side of The River Mersey, which at that point is three-quarters to a mile wide. But I'm glad you liked the composition.
If a thing is worth doing, it is worth doing badly.
G. K. Chesterton.
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TY Sam for the comment on Symmetry. I completely agree with you on both points about the door, was looking through the trash and this was the best shot of it i took !
WOW! It's a great honour to receive a comment from a consul "in carne ed ossa"!! Many thanks Sam for your kind comment on "Pisa". Your point re the framing of the shot is well taken!
Re the first part of your comment, I was flabbergasted when I first learned that even DURING the building process of this tower, the builders KNEW that it would be leaning!! Did they take their chances anyway? Did they know that it would lean but not collapse? Did they mean to generate a hefty source of income for the later-to-be-Italy?! Who knows!
Hey Sam,
Thanks for your very kind words on "The BallRoom", I do appreciate them lots,
I have tried cloning before (I use The Gimp), but with little luck, I've not managed to do any complex manupilations yet,
I do agree on the timeless aspect though, it would be better without those two,
Thanks for stopping by
Best regards
Tim
"I'm delighted by the way my lenses PAINT the colors my eyes GRASP" (~8 8~)
I am really thankful for your nice comment on 'Brother And Sister'. Yes, they are not mine.
Greetings from Hungary.
:) Toto
For the invisible things of Him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, His eternal power and Godhead;... Rom 1:20
Hi Sam, thankyou so much for your honest feedback on "Yo-yo Sky". I am brand new to this whole DSLR thing and such helpful comments are always extremely welcome. All the best, Kelcey.
Flying Hatzz...Yeah, they do look a bit like Antonio Prohias' Spy vs Spy head coverings...but I had something more like Erik Freyman...in mind...Thanks for stopping by...
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Thanks for the taking the time to comment on, The Texas State Capital. I apologize for the long winded narrative, but there is too much to leave any out. It is much appreciated and stuff.
Thank you for the very precise comment, but I have to confess, when I took these photos I was just in a hurry to shoot, because I had just 5-6 seconds, the gull flew down and flew away. The title is waiting, but this beauty was just waiting for me to take the picture. I was not thinking about the focus, horizon...... And frankly, I like more natural things, I don't like modifying them too much.
