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Bummer . I didn't remember if undeveloped film was opaque or

clear (I don't tend to not develop film, but I have accidentally

developed unexposed film...). Thanks for the tips, but I was

hoping to do it in one shot.

I have an odd question. I was wondering if it were possible to

take an old 120 or 220 film spool and load it with two rolls of

film so that it exposes both at the same time. Since the film is

essentially clear, could you expose one roll through another?

The idea was to expose both the exact same, develop

differently, and double expose the print; hopefully achieving

something similar to HDR photography. Or, possibly shooting

color and B&W simultaneously. Or, who knows. My question is

will the exposure work through two layers of film?

<p>Jose, I know, there are still a ton of reasons the D4 is worth what it is, in the ergonomics and controls alone. But it still stands to reason that their top of the line camera would be their highest resolution. I mean, this is the same resolution that the D3x blew our minds with, and that was almost four times the price. We're getting back to the point that a consumer can carry higher resolution in their pocket than what the professional grade bodies are capable of. As a portrait photographer it's a hard selling point when your customers believe they have better equipment than you.</p>

<p>I'm not understanding why all of these toy/consumer cameras are coming out with higher resolution than the "flagship" D4. I'm financing starting a studio, and I really balked at whether or not I need a D4 anymore.</p>

<p>Dave, I placed an order of four 10x14's last Friday and recieved them this Wednesday, almost a week BEFORE the estimated arrival date.</p>

<p>Wow, very nice contributions, John. I like the little boy standing still in the first image...</p>

<p>Great responses, thank you!<br>

William Kahn, I like the racoon.<br>

Fred G., that sounds like the start of a joke; "so a naked guy and a priest were in the Castro..."</p>

<p>Let me start with an example. While doing photos for a family we found a fence and decided to shoot a picture of the 2 year old daughter against the parents legs. All three were wearing jeans and Converse, and the plan was for the parents to sit on the fence with the daughter standing at their feet, so you would see only the parents from the waist down. The daughter wanted nothing to do with this idea; she saw her parents sitting on the fence, so she wanted to sit up there too. On the third try with her turning away from me and trying to climb the rungs I dropped a knee and captured the attached shot. It turned out to be the family's favorite from the day.<br>

So, my question is, does anyone else have a story like that? The accidentally good picture, the one that worked despite your every plan.</p><div></div>

<p>Micheal Bradtke, that second photo you posted from the d200 is gorgeous!</p>

<p>Great shots so far everyone!<br>

This is from a photo shoot I did with my friend's company Unicornism Productions.<br>

Model: Spencer Puckett. Shot on Nikon D2x.</p><div></div>

<p>Matt, I like the pun. Add some lemon and a dash of bitters to mine, please.<br>

Last weekend was the Keyesville Classic mountain bike races in California. I had set up next to a slab of granite that was part of the course. The riders rode across the top of the rock, turned, and jumped off back into the course. When choosing this spot to shoot I asked a friend if it seemed to close to the course, what if someone came in too fast and flew off the side of the rock? "Oh don't worry, no one's coming into this section with that kind of speed."<br>

Five riders later I've got mountain bike tire tread marks on my forehead, and this picture.</p><div></div>

<p>Jens, that's beautiful!</p>

<p>But, there always has to be that guy who falls. Who knew it was going to be onto me?! This rider lost traction on the rock above me, slid out of the course, and took me and my gear out. Sometimes your two choices are get the shot, or get out of the way. I got the shot...and a tire imprint on my forehead. It also broke a lightstand and cybersyncs transmitter. I can't help but laugh when I look at the photo though, and in the end I can't bring myself to be mad about it.</p><div></div>

<p>I shot a bike race this weekend as well. The Keyesville Classic Mountain Bike Stage Race. We had similar weather and I really tested out the weatherproofing on the D2x. I have two photos for you guys.<br>

This is what was supposed to happen on the downhill course.</p><div></div>

<p>Haha, Joseph, that is genius! I will have to try that some time.</p>

<p>So what I'm getting is that it's something that works, I just did it wrong. I'm okay with that. It's hard to shoot a self portrait with a 200mm lens, especially in my living room. As far as the hard light, that was done on purpous. I actually like the lighting the way it is. I wasn't going for a nice, soft portrait, I was aiming for something a bit more intense. I checked out the Nigel Parry photos, thank you for that Kevin.<br>

Thank you all for your advice and criticisms, I will return and post another attempt when I get a chance.</p>

<p>Just out of curiosity, how do you guys feel about the extreme close ups? I shot this self portrait today using two off camera flashes on either side, and then messed around with the saturation. Personally I like these very close portraits, but I'm not sure if it's something that other people find appealing. I was just wondering if a photo like this is something that sells or something not to waste my time with. </p><div></div>

<p>On a short drive around Bakersfield, CA tonight we found a really nicely decorated church. They had a big fountain out in front, surrounded by trees wrapped in christmas lights. So, of course, we had to skate it. My friend Garrick did a manual (balancing on just the back wheels) across the fountain.</p><div></div>

<p>It seems that these threads may be struggling, so I thought I'd start one for this week. Went to the local high school, found a chunk of wood, a piece of plywood, and a small metal sign. That was all we needed to build a ramp to this waist high rail. I brought out my Cybersyncs system and threw some light around.</p>

<p>Steve Dostal, frontside boardslide, Lake Isabella CA.</p><div></div>

<p>Bringing in the action sports again, my shot for this weekend. Steve Dostal, backside kickflip, Bakersfield CA.<br>

Nikon D2x, 10.5mm fisheye, two sb600s on Cybersyncs wireless controllers, one sb50dx. It's almost pitch black in these indoor skateparks, especially in the evening, so I tend to bring a lot of flashes with me.</p><div></div>

<p>Also, curious toddlers are adorable...</p><div></div>

<p>Can action sports play too? Nikon D2x, 10.5mm fisheye, two SB600s, one on either side with Cybersyncs wireless controllers.</p><div></div>

<p>Sorry, upload error. This photo is using the 10.5mm and a SB600 on either side, utilizing Cybersyncs wireless controllers.</p><div></div>

<p>My favorite use for the 10.5mm is getting in really close on action shots. Add in the proper lighting and a fisheye can really add some dimension to your photos. I work in skateboarding and haven't had a day of shooting that I didn't use this lens.</p>

<p>I love my new fisheye! Late night skate session in Bakersfield, CA. D2x, Nikon 10.5mm @ f2.8, 1/250, ISO 800, with SB600.</p><div></div>