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2013-05-22 17:47:11 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Very interesting video.  Give it a watch!!!

2013-05-18 10:03:26 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

In addition to the equipment that I listed the other day, I have some filters available that fit the 72mm lens. 

BW 72mm Slim Circular Polarizer - $59.99 new , will be asking $45 (like new)
Tiffen 72mm Circular Polarizer - $29.99 new, will be asking $15
Tiffen 72mm 812 Warming Filter - $31 new, will be asking $15
Hoya 72mm HMC Super UV (0) - will be asking $20
Tiffen 72mm Enhancing Filter - $72 new, will be asking $50

Tiffen UV(0) filter is already on the Nikon 18-200mm lens (included with lens).

Let me know if anyone wishes to meet up and look at the equipment.  All are in good shape.  I will no longer need anything related to 72mm. 
Bob

2013-05-15 22:57:54 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Not sure this is the correct forum for this, but I'll give it a try.  Since I live in Ohio, I thought it would be close to meet someone that might be interested in what I have to sell and avoid shipping - plus you can see before you buy.

I have the following equipment for sale and will advertise sometime in the
upcoming month. If any of you are interested, please let me know.
Thanks

Nikon 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 G VRI lens - List new on Amazon is $652. I will be asking $400.

BH40 Really Right Stuff Ballhead with Quick Relase Clamp - load capacity is 18 lbs and uses Arca Swiss Style place; 40mm diameter ball. New for the ball and clamp is $375. I will ask $300. Original box and wrenches available.

Giotto Aluminum tripod GB2130. New is $125 on Amazon and used is $109. It served me well and is still very functional. New is $125 and used is $109.  Centerh... more »

2013-05-04 09:37:50 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Another good episode +David Lemon .  I like the boot detail.

2013-05-03 08:04:21 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Nicely done +David Lemon ! The suspenders really add to the theme!

2013-05-02 09:38:06 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Very good episode +David Lemon - I like the way the pants are turning out!

2013-04-30 10:19:17 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Excellent +David Lemon - I have been wanting to do a carving of a Union/Confederate soldier and was curious about designing the hat.  This helps a lot.  Thanks

2013-04-24 10:48:16 (4 comments, 0 reshares, 0 +1s)

Anyone else having trouble accessing photos from any of their albums?

2013-04-24 10:21:23 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Looking good +David Lemon .  The chaps would look good.  Maybe hanging from one of his hands?

2013-04-23 10:24:57 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

I like the progression of this one +David Lemon 

2013-04-13 10:20:01 (8 comments, 2 reshares, 29 +1s)

#birdpoker  by +Phil Armishaw - "feather detail"  .  A baby killdeer showing all its colors and detail which help in its camouflage.

2013-04-11 10:12:48 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 18 +1s)

My trip to Florida this past February was great!  I saw a lot of birds that I normally would not see here in Ohio.  The Barred Owl is a first as well as the Great White Egret and Brown Pelican.  And of course, the sunsets and sunrise!!   #birds   #birds4all   #birdsinfocus   #plusphotoextract   by +Jarek Klimek 

2013-04-11 10:04:54 (6 comments, 0 reshares, 16 +1s)

Spring is here!  Well, I haven't seen any Warblers or Bluebirds yet, but you can tell Spring is here.  The Song Sparrow and Red-wing Blackbirds are singing up a storm to attract mates.  I also saw a Brown Creeper climbing a tree from a distance.   #birds4all   #birds   #birdsinfocus  

2013-04-04 10:46:02 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Enjoyed the ride to the foundery +David Lemon - Makes me want to get back out there. Lovely territory!  It's hard to believe that they are producing that many castings and it takes 8 weeks or more.  Business must be picking up.  Anxious to see the finished project.

2013-04-03 11:21:08 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Very nice +David Lemon - I'm anxious to see the finished bronze.

2013-04-02 10:50:53 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Excellent +David Lemon - Cannot wait to see it bronzed!  I laughed when you said people ask how long it takes.  The first question anyone asks me on a carving is "how long did it take".  I feel like they are trying to equate that to the price some way.  Congrats!  Have you thought of your next project?  Hope you get your 40 orders on this very quick.  It will make a great collection for anyone.

2013-03-30 11:32:38 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

The sculpture is looking very good +David Lemon .  I find it hard to come up with unique subjects for my carvings.  What source do you use to come up with or inspire your ideas for a project?

2013-03-23 12:10:21 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Looking great +David Lemon . I carve rocks for some of my wood carving bases and they can be a lot of fun.  I hope when you show the foundry you show us the coloring stage.  Wish I lived closer to your studio, I would love to see this in person.

2013-03-23 11:51:25 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

nice capture and post +Steve Creek - would have enjoyed seeing your setup for the feeder as well.

2013-03-22 09:46:31 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

Looking real good +David Lemon - Anxious to see the bronze.

2013-03-19 11:50:14 (2 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Every once in a while I see a little camera icon on my photos that I have posted.  When I click on one, it brings up the exif data but it is not for my camera.  How do these get on my photos and is anyone else seeing these?  

2013-03-19 11:46:32 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Great to hear that art is now selling.  I have a table of carvings I am anxious to sell.  Most carvers I talk to are saying the same as you - let's hope it is true.  Good luck on your move +David Lemon 

2013-03-09 12:32:01 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 3 +1s)

Excellent selections for March 4 +Jarek Klimek 

2013-03-09 12:00:37 (8 comments, 0 reshares, 26 +1s)

A sundown scene in Charleston.  It was really cold the day we were there, but the bay and pier looked pretty nice with the sun setting.   #landscapephotography  by +Margaret Tompkins +Bill Wood +paul t beard +David Heath Williams +Carra Riley  #plusphotoextract    by +Jarek Klimek 

2013-03-08 14:16:41 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

I have a friend and big Ohio State fan that wanted a carving of Brutus - OSU mascot.  The following is one I made for him.  It is carved from a single piece of Tupelo.  I wish I had done a better job on the block "O", but overall it turned out ok.   #carving   #woodworking   #woodenwednesday  

2013-03-08 13:05:53 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Couldn't agree more +Mike Moats .  

2013-03-05 06:29:32 (19 comments, 2 reshares, 30 +1s)

Paintography for Swampy Saturday -
#swampysaturday   and #paintography   curated by +Carol Small +Gail Beerman +Sherry McBriar and +Ray Bilcliff  -  A Green heron in the swamp looking for some lunch! 

2013-03-01 22:37:09 (4 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Hello +Sherry McBriar +Meg Rousher and +Ray Bilcliff - the following link is to some of the photos I got while in Florida.  Sure wish we could have connected!  Once you click on a photo, you can use arrow in the right column to proceed through them.  Hope you like them.  

2013-02-26 12:30:51 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Very cool shot +Mike Moats - looks like it is time for me to get back in the woods.

2013-02-07 12:58:23 (7 comments, 2 reshares, 31 +1s)

Today's theme on #birdpoker  by +Phil Armishaw is "Drinking".  Not sure that this is a Goose drinking, as he may be spitting!  We'll go with drinking for this purpose.

2013-02-06 13:16:57 (16 comments, 5 reshares, 55 +1s)

Another familiar yard bird around here is the American Goldfinch.  Good for today's theme in #birdpoker  by +Phil Armishaw . #birds4all  by +Ricky L Jones and +Walter Soestbergen and #birdsinfocus  by +Risto Talman 

2013-02-06 13:14:59 (16 comments, 1 reshares, 52 +1s)

Today's theme in #birdpoker  is "yard birds" curated by +Phil Armishaw  .  This little fella is seen every day in my yard and is one of the most trusting birds around.  Black-capped Chickadee.   #birds4all  by +Ricky L Jones +Walter Soestbergen and #birdsinfocus  by +Risto Talman 

2013-02-04 12:51:35 (8 comments, 1 reshares, 30 +1s)

A "Turkey Vulture" for Vulture theme on #birdpoker  by +Phil Armishaw 
#birds4all  by +Ricky L Jones 
#abstractnature  by +Beth Akerman 

This is obviously a composite, but I had it sitting here and saw Phil's new theme.  The Vultures have not started to arrive here in Ohio yet, but they will be in another month or so.

2013-02-02 12:24:29 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

thanks for the video +Mike Moats - very informative.

2013-02-02 11:37:29 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

A very good source of free patterns for Photoshop backgrounds.

2013-02-02 11:57:02 (21 comments, 13 reshares, 66 +1s)

#birdpoker  "eyes" hosted by +Phil Armishaw 
#birds4all   by +Ricky L Jones  and +Walter Soestbergen 
#birdsinfocus  by +Risto Talman 
#plusphotoextract  by +Jarek Klimek 
This is direct eye contact, but it should still qualify for "eyes" in birdpoker.
A barn owl close-up.

2013-01-26 14:18:03 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 20 +1s)

#Birdpoker with a theme of "seeds and nuts" sponsored by +Phil Armishaw
#birds4all  by +Ricky L Jones +Walter Soestbergen ,
#birdsinfocus  by +Risto Talman 
#birdloversworldwide  by +Robert SKREINER 
This is a Red-Bellied Woodpecker caught feeding on some  suet.

2013-01-26 12:28:57 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Excellent set of photos for January 23 +Jarek Klimek 

2013-01-24 15:57:25 (10 comments, 9 reshares, 38 +1s)

American Robin submitted for #birdpoker  theme "Wingspan" hosted by +Phil Armishaw 

2013-01-24 12:08:02 (9 comments, 3 reshares, 37 +1s)

Osprey for #birdpoker  topic "Wingspan" hosted by +Phil Armishaw 

2013-01-20 16:23:57 (6 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

I am looking for an ND filter (circular) and have narrowed it down to either a 9-10 stop Hoya or B+W filter.  I have done some research on these and have seen a lot of contradictory statements/evaluations.  I know that there is someone on G+ that has some expertise in this area and was hoping you  could share your preference and why.  Any thoughts?  +Tomasz Huczek - you seem to use ND filters, do you have any thoughts to share?
thanks - Bob

2013-01-20 14:06:16 (7 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

I am looking for an ND filter (circular) and have narrowed it down to either a 9-10 stop Hoya or B+W filter.  I have done some research on these and have seen a lot of contradictory statements/evaluations.  I thought that there might be someone in this forum that has some expertise in this area and could share your preference and why.  Any thoughts?  I think you use them a lot +David Pilasky - can you share your thoughts on this?
thanks - Bob  

2013-01-19 14:21:21 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

This was well worth tearing down and starting over +David Lemon . I like the flow of the new design much better.  Looking good!!!

2013-01-19 12:11:23 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

Great selection for January 16th +Jarek Klimek 

2013-01-17 19:03:43 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 4 +1s)

Enjoyed your webinar +Mike Moats - Great job.

2013-01-14 14:24:11 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 1 +1s)

One of my favorite filters +Mike Moats and I want to thank you for sharing your knowledge!

2013-01-12 13:05:45 (3 comments, 0 reshares, 3 +1s)

Looking forward to your articles and videos +Gary McDaniel 

2013-01-09 12:13:57 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 9 +1s)

I recently had a couple of my bird photos selected for a billboard ad.  This billboard is on Canton Rd. in Springfield Township.  

2013-01-09 12:11:43 (10 comments, 0 reshares, 17 +1s)

I am excited to see a couple of my bird photos being used on a local billboard!  This billboard is on Canton Rd. in Springfield Township, while you are heading North.  

2013-01-06 11:52:44 (1 comments, 0 reshares, 2 +1s)

Happy Birthday +Ray Bilcliff