AmyHelmick

<p>#26 "When the bird is still there" I've missed soooooo many shots that way (not necessarily of birds, though). I've gotta get faster. lol</p>

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<p>Outstanding shot Charlie! That composition is pitch perfect.</p>

 

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<p>Agreed; and very well-said. </p>

 

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<p>Abstract #9</p><div></div>

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There is beauty all around us if we look. Share some that you have

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<p>E Short: I know you said strictly sentimental; but I keep coming back to your photo. It's a beautiful portrait, wonderfully titled. </p>

<p>I finally signed up for Netflix to see this. Glad I did. Lots to see and consider here. Thanks for the recommendation.</p>

<p>This is something I've been considering for quite some time, though not with the same verbage.<br>

My most successful shots have been those those that for some reason or another have induced that almost instantaneous feeling of excitement and an immediate "knowing" that this is a scene to be captured and I must shoot quickly before that feeling passes. On another site, I was asked once to consider why I took the photograph in question. I've thought about that many times, and I still can't give an answer. It is often only in the editing process that I can really begin to consider these things. (And then, I still can't always articulate an answer).<br>

Oftentimes, when I set out with the intention of shooting or plan a portrait session, it seems that everything I've ever known or learned about the craft of photography simply flies out of my brain, leaving me with only the possibility of a "happy accident". I say this with a sincere sense confession/chagrin as I have always believed that it is very important to master the craft of photography; most days in spite of years of interest, classes, and informal study, I feel incredibly lacking in that area. The idea that "chance favors the prepared mind" brings hope that all the work will come to play in my subconscious when opportunities present.<br>

That said, I don't think that "bahramdipity" is necessarily a bad thing: the repetition can be viewed as preparation to capture the serendipitous moments when they arise.</p>

 

<p>Thanks, Tony. I'll give that a try. I have been having Bridge open as well, so will try it without. I appreciate your response.</p>

<p>Hey guys. I've been struggling to make this work myself. Tony, <em>how </em>are you using the Adobe converter to convert RAF files to DNG? I spent the better part of last weekend trying to make this work. Whenever I try, I get an error message that says x#files DL, but x#DNG files failed to load (I shoot in jpeg and raw). Please see my query in this forum 12/7/11. I'm using CS3, and installed the 6.5 version of the Adobe DNG converter as well. Any ideas of what I may be doing wrong? <br>

Curt, your answer seems to make sense to me, I'm just having trouble getting to that point.<br>

Any input you have is much appreciated.</p>

 

<p>Stuart:<br /> <a href="

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<p>I have found You-tube to be a good, if unlikely, source for learning. Any videos by <strong>tutvid</strong> are very helpful for the beginner (like myself).<br>

Some things you find on You-tube are not as useful but you'll quickly be able to determine those.<br /> I've watched this one a few times just for reference.<br>

<br /> Good luck!<br>

<br /> Amy</p>

<p>One more try...</p><div></div>

<p>This is what I came up with on my first <em>successful</em> RAF conversion attempt. It's not necessarily a great photo, but the inherent learning makes it worthy.</p>

<p>Okay, this is where I'm at: even though the Adobe web-site said the X-100 is supported by the 6.5 ACR/DNG converter version, both the good folks at Adobe and Fujifilm tell me that as of yet, the DNG files cannot <em>at this time</em> (i.e. maybe in the future) be done from the X-100 RAF files. So, the process is to convert RAF to jpg in SilkyPix (the Fuji converter), and then move the jpg to ACR/PS CS3 for further adjustments if wanted. This requires an extra step, but at least it sort of works.<br>

Thanks to everyone for their assistance.</p>

<p>That is a good thought as I've been shooting each pic in both jpg and RAW. After the above, I went back to look: I now have jpg, RAF and FFBD.dat files (I have NO idea what that last one is!), but no DNG's that I can find anywhere; (sigh). Once again, back to the drawing board...</p>

<p>Aaaarrrggg! What am I doing incorrectly?<br>

I have installed the 6.5 version of Adobe DNG file converter. I'm making sure that the program and Bridge are actually open. When I dl files from the card , I get a message at the end that says " x number of files copied, however x number of DNG files failed", or something to that effect. Any more trouble-shooting advice?<br>

Thanks for you input (and patience). </p>

<p>William, Howard, and Brooks: Thanks so much for your responses. I followed the link, Brooks, and did find that my ACR update was not the newest version, so I have installed that one. I will see if it will work for me the next time I download some pics and have opportunity to check the "DNG" box. <br>

Fingers crossed for luck! Thanks again. :-)</p>

 

<p>Hello, thank you in advance for your patience w/ my limited knowledge base. :-).<br>

OK, here's the deal: 1) Got a new Fuji X100; 2) I'm trying to learn to work in RAW; 3) Fuji produces RAF files that aren't compatible w/ CS3 (for the X-100 anyway).<br>

I have installed the 4.6 update to ACR; it still won't open files. In talking to Adobe, they say that I need to upgrade to CS5 in order to work w/ X-100 RAF files. I, of course, would prefer not to upgrade at this time if I don't have to.<br>

I have heard that files can be converted to a DNG format that will work with most programs.So, my question is: is it possible to convert RAF files from the X-100 to DNG so that Bridge and PS CS3 can be used? <strong>If so, <em>how is it done?</em> </strong><br>

Are there any X-100 or other RAF folks out there who can help me with this? What do you do? I'd prefer to stay with Adobe Bridge/PS if possible. I've put in some time on the learning curve there as well as $$$ on books, etc., so using another post-processing program really seems that I would be starting from scratch. (Boo!)<br>

If my only option is upgrading to CS5 or changing post-processing programs, I suppose I will have to consider it. <strong>I want to be sure that there aren't any other viable options before going that route.</strong> I can always continue to shoot .jpg and post process in ACR, but I've been convinced that RAW is the way to go, so I'd really like to make that transition.<br>

What say you?</p>

<p>X-100 (trying again; sizing difficulties)</p><div></div>

<p>Google "Lens cap tether". I got one for < $5.00 at a local camera shop. As far as the other stuff, I can't say, but I have a lens cap tether on all my cameras. It works beautifully and doesn't get in my way.</p>

<p>Typical weather for Thanksgiving in Tennessee.</p><div></div>

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<p>A great article for the novice street photographer like myself. (So far, I have yet to have any actual people in my "Street" work!) Getting past the jitters is a huge part of the battle, and I'm still working on it. <br>

A well done piece that just may give me the courage to get out and try it again.<br>

Thanks for the link!</p>

 

<p>Enjoyed the link, Robert K! (Me: left-handed/left-eyed. I could definitely improve my steadiness).</p>