October 19, 2006
camera geek
a friend's arm and belly, only hours before labor began, Canon Digital Rebel
So many of you ask about my camera gear, so I'm going to take this opportunity to geek out on you! I upgraded to a new Canon digital SLR
As for lenses, I used the kit lens (18-55mm) for a couple of years before I purchased any others. It is a great all-purpose lens. That said, when I bought my portrait lens, my universe changed. This dreamy lens
Photo sites that always inspire:
The week in pictures
The photo is amazing. Huge congratulations to your friend. It is fun and great joy.
Posted by: Kang at October 28, 2006 07:12 PMNu?! Did your friend have a girl or a boy? Hope Mom and babe are doing well!
Lovely image - both for it's compositional and emotional elements!
Posted by: zahavaworks at October 25, 2006 04:45 PMthis is one of my favorite photos you've taken- i heart bellies! thanks for sharing.
Posted by: nina at October 24, 2006 08:29 AMyay! for camera talk!
im looking to purchase a used rebel to get me in the dslr game . i am finally going after doing photography full time !
that lens is a great tip! i have alot to learn , thanks for the info :)
Hi Andrea,
Just KNOW that IT IS ALL OK.
The FEAR
THe insidious need to read more,- buy more to read, then feel angry that you feel you have to memorize every dam fact, hint, set of 5 easy steps to perfection!-etc...etc.. et nauseum.
Every birth experience is NEW and UNIQUE.
The classes are helpful in structuring the basic skills for breathing; however, PRACTICING TOGETHER OVER>>AND OVER>>> AND OVER>>> really pays off =)
Embrace all of it dearest Andrea and be GENTLE WITH YOU.
Namaste,
MB in JT
((BIG HUGS)) for sharing your incredible camera geekiness with us "Yippeee" I cry, as i copy and paste =)
Have you shared a mailing address anywhere for us baby fairies who must send a gift??
Hi Andrea,
Just KNOW that IT IS ALL OK.
The FEAR
THe insidious need to read more,- buy more to read, then feel angry that you feel you have to memorize every dam fact, hint, set of 5 easy steps to perfection!-etc...etc.. et nauseum.
Every birth experience is NEW and UNIQUE.
The classes are helpful in structuring the basic skills for breathing; however, PRACTICING TOGETHER OVER>>AND OVER>>> AND OVER>>> really pays off =)
Embrace all of it dearest Andrea and be GENTLE WITH YOU.
Namaste,
MB in JT
((BIG HUGS)) for sharing your incredible camera geekiness with us "Yippeee" I cry, as i copy and paste =)
Have you shared a mailing address anywhere for us baby fairies who must send a gift??
great comment by kristine above, about this shot evoking strength and femininity. i got a lump in my throat when i read the caption...
i always enjoy your photos. i have been pining for the digital rebel but haven't made the leap...can't wait to see these beautiful, crisp, artful shots of little baby superhero!
xo
Thanks for posting your camera info. After saving for over a year, I bought the Rebel XT last May, and have been pondering what additional lenses would be good to go with it.
I must also whine that the XTi came out so shortly after I finally made my purchase, and is an improvement over it - I just missed the boat - but I am very happy with the plain old XT.
As always, your pictures are great, and your words compelling.
Posted by: Laura at October 20, 2006 03:57 PMOk, now I feel like I was being unfair. ALL of these sites are scrumptious. I am, however, a SUCKER for wedding pictures. It's my weakness.
Posted by: meg at October 20, 2006 12:13 PMI think I could spend years on Anna Kuperberg's site. Her pictures are so scrumptious!
Posted by: Meg at October 20, 2006 12:10 PMoh, by the way...i forgot to mention how yummy this photo is. xoxo
Posted by: Boho Girly at October 20, 2006 10:38 AMI am so glad you are talking about this because I am just getting into the market for a camera and any insight from a user is better then some sales associate telling me it is the best out there just to make a sale. I like your range of photographs on your site.
Photography is such a great outlet for me because I know that I am not a painter and I can’t sculpt great figures from clay so the best way I know to express myself is through the eye of the camera.
Happy shooting!
TA
Dude, the Canon EF 50mm compact macro/ 2.5 is my favorite lens in the whole world. The macro thing is the bomb. How fun that we both use fixed 50mm lenses. Woah, I'm having a giddy camera geek moment.
Posted by: tracey at October 19, 2006 10:34 PMi love that you are a camera geek. i am entering into the nerdom as well and you have been such an inspiration. the tips you gave me during your visit here has been HUGE. thank you thank you thank you for that. i love it when artist's aren't afraid to share their goodness. i respect that on such a deep level. your willingness to share just makes people fall more in love with you.
like me.
xoxo
Posted by: Boho Girly at October 19, 2006 04:53 PMThis is breathtaking! So strong and yet soft and feminine at the same time... Wow! It touches me in a very distinct way.
Posted by: kristine at October 19, 2006 12:48 PMOh, for the love of god - I can't stand all that yummy child energy all over the place in these links you provided!!! Stop it!! Angels everywhere!! Yummy.
All that camera equipment is going on my dreamboard tonight. Swooning is a very appropriate word :~)
Posted by: Debra at October 19, 2006 12:32 PMHi Andrea-
I had a quick question for you regarding your photography. Do you develop your own stuff or do you have it printed for you? Are there any websites that you would recommend? I feel like you used to have a list of photo resources, but now I can't find it. Any insight would be appreciated! Thanks, Anshu
okay, you've modified the caption since my previous comment, I hope...or I must learn to slow down as I read!
Posted by: deezee at October 19, 2006 11:45 AMAs a camera lover, I appreciate the tips, but I simply can't ignore the photo caption - "...only hours before labor began"
What? Is labor happening???
Posted by: deezee at October 19, 2006 11:18 AM