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I normally don't process pictures more than white balance/exposure. I saw the catch lights from the sun/sky in his eyes and said, "good enough."

However, I do see what you're saying. I tried...

A friend wanted "professional" pictures of her dogs, but I said I'd do it for free (practice). The main goal was running towards the camera, but I also managed to capture a "moment" (almost on...

I haven't been checking here as often as before, and just saw your cross-post in your original baby thread. There isn't much I can add to all the good advice already given, so I'll just pass along...

My friend's daughter is raising chickens for their eggs. Per the daughter's request, I took some pictures. It was too cold to let them outside, so I brought the 28mm f/1.8 USM. The coop isn't that...

Process

1. Copy RAW images from Firewire800 CF reader to Data Drive on computer. The OS Drive only contains the operating system, so (theoretically) the Data Drive will go to sleep more often and...

Since this thread inspired some pics of my nephew, so I thought I'd revive it. He was also my excuse to go full-frame (refurbished 5D II for $1400 on Thanksgiving Day), which is what I've been...

We've got the BlackRapid SnapR 20. It's a snug fit with the lug in the tripod screw. It's not attached to the shoulder strap, it's just a wrist strap.
http://www.blackrapid.com/products/snapr-20
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Another benefit of the Canon grips (not sure about 3rd party) is the AA battery tray. I use 6 Eneloops as a back-up to the two NimH batteries. AA performance is noticeably degraded (continuous...

Better? I undid the Digital Optimizer (too sharp = noise?). Backed off on the saturation for a more natural look, but it might still be too much?

On the dust, I thought it was the window but it...

I spotted this rainbow yesterday (too late) and this was my best shot (through a window). I processed to bring out the rainbow without being too heavy-handed. It looks over-processed to me, but you...

Thanks. Here's the other good one. Looks like he's smiling.

http://www.jimslamepics.com/Website/TDP/i-4wdbnHx/0/L/img3576dpp-L.jpg

And, here's one from today. Mr. Toad (American Toad?) makes...

From Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA. The story is they took him in 6 weeks ago. A hunter in South Carolina was bragging that he'd shot it -- took most of his right wing. He was arrested and they...

Green tree frog. It was sticking to the slider door of our condo in Williamsburg, VA. (They're loud too.)

I know I'm dating myself, but doesn't it look like those Peace Frog t-shirts?
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My wife doesn't want pictures of our daughters plastered all over the internet, which is most of the pictures I take. But, I think this one is safe. It's a portrait in that she is posing for it,...

Juvenile toad from today. I spotted it while mowing the lawn... almost mowed him over.

http://www.jimslamepics.com/Website/TDP/i-mrpWS9W/0/L/IMG2615DPP-L.jpg
50D 100mm f2.8L IS Macro

New spider in the basement window, but not as colorful as last year. It was a good chance to compare a macro lens with extension tubes. Summing up, the macro lens gives more magnification but seems...

Fawn in the neighbor's front yard. It stayed put while we were all several feet away, but the cat scared it away.

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I never thought I'd have anything to submit, but here's mine. I just shot a wedding for a friend as a guest. This is my daughter messing around with a flag from the ceremony. There's no wind,...

Since I just posted to the Zoo thread, I figured I'd put this pic here. It's my favorite bird (and zoo) shot from a couple of years ago. I check "bird shot" off my list after this one. It's from the...

Slow day for me, chained to a computer... I'm not sure if it's my best or favorite, but they're the most recent. Taken while attending a birthday party at the National Zoo. All are through glass.

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Thanks. It is tough to get the exposure right with him. Luckily, he didn't move too much. (He turned around after too many flashes.) I figured the separation flash would definehis outline -- power is...

Yeah, and they're still doing the same thing year after year. Same show in 2000... Same show in 2011.

Blue Angels performing at the Navy Pier. We were in Hancock Tower and didn't know they were performing. That's the (former) Sears Tower in the background. Right place, right time, wrong lens.

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Stupid Cat. These are my first successful (non-plushy) portraits when I was starting out with off-camera flash. The key light is bounced off a white wall to the right, but the hair light is triggered...

Call it cheating. Bald Eagle at Busch Gardens.


50D 70-200 f2.8L IS II @ 160mm 1/250" f2.8 ISO500


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