allisonviron

<p>I actually just purchased this lens and I am using it in an engagement session this afternoon. So far, this lens actually exceeding my expectations - which were pretty high! Today's shoot will be the first time I am using it for portraits, so I will try to update after the session.</p>

<p>I was a guest at a wedding where they did a slideshow and I hated it. It interrupted the dancing and it went on forever. I think if you want to show some images be sure to keep them to a minimum. People want to socialize, dance, meet with the bride and groom, etc., not spend 15 minutes looking at something that they just saw a few hours ago. Plus, not as many guests went to the proofing site after the wedding because they had already viewed the pictures at the reception. This could result in a loss of print sales. I don't mean to sound harsh, I guess I just didn't have a good experience with it. </p>

<p>I use instaproofs. They do not print the pictures, so you can use the lab of your choice, and the fee is based on what is sold through the site. It is very user friendly, and they allow you to create a password.</p>

<p>Of course, everyone has suggested a Canon or Nikon so far, but Pentax offers some great options and they shoot RAW. The K2000 is wonderful for those who are learning and comes with either a lens and a flash or a two lens kit. You can even customize the settings after you become more comfortable with the DSLR. Or, since you have some SLR experience, the K20D is wonderful, and under $1000.</p>

<p>Also, old pentax lenses can be used on the DSLRs, which gives you some great, cheap lens options for expanding your kit. </p>

<p>I like the Silk for b&w...it kind of has a vintage look to it.  It looks so different that I printed several pics of my own wedding in that paper. </p>