dsnider76

<p>Thank you for all your help. I have been busy working all week and plan on shooting some pictures this weekend. I believe my problem is as suggested [i.e. flash set at manual mode and full power]. </p>

<p>Thank you for your instructions. I don't think the sleep mode is my problem; however, I will turn it off and test it just to make sure. Auto power off can be achieved by changing the settings C.Fn-01.</p>

<p>Thank you for your prompt response. I will try your suggestions and let you know how it works out. I am using all new batteries each time and load them according to the image/instructions on the camera. </p>

<p>Can anyone advise me regarding my speedlite? It constantly drains the batteries after just a couple of flashes. I have only tried using it attached to my Canon D5 Mark II camera. I had tried good name brand batteries and rechargeable and still have the same problem.</p>

<p>Thank you for all of your advise. I will continue to build my equipment inventory as you have suggested. <br>

I have a long history of work experience in dealing with the public and managing employees; although, it is in a different field. <br>

I have some experience/education in portrait/general/wedding photography. I have only done two weddings and got great reviews. I know I still have a lot to learn but I am determined to take more classes and get as much experience/knowledge as I can.<br>

Debbie</p>

 

<p>I am interested in getting into wedding photography and want to know if I have the proper equipment to get started. Below is a list of my equipment to date:<br>

Canon 5D Mark II 21.1mp <br>

Canon Rebel EOS TXI with remote & Lg. Camera Case<br>

24-15mm Lens <br>

75-300mm Lens<br>

EFS 18-55mm<br>

UV Haze Filt 58mm <br>

Canon EW-83H<br>

430EX Flash<br>

X-tra Canon Battery<br>

Compactflash Cards<br>

2 Fotodiox Softboxes [9 bulbs each] with stands and Surge Protection Extension Cord<br>

1 Adjustable Backdrop in white & 1 Chroma Key Green Sheet<br>

1 Lg & 1 Sm Camera Tripod & 1 Swing Arm<br>

1 5-in-1Fotodiox Reflection Kit<br>

1 Lens Cleaning Kit<br>

1 Apple Notebook Pro<br>

1 HP PC<br>

Photoshop Software <br>

My own website<br>

Your advise/recommendation is appreciated.<br>

Thank you!<br>

Debbie</p>