timothymuffitt

<p>Thank you Michael! This is very helpful. <br>

Tim</p>

<p>The "tag" thing is a bit of a mystery to me. I get that it is a means for searching subjects, but in actuality, how do PN members typically use tags? Is there a protocol for selecting words used in tags? Why would a photographer want to tag his photo?<br>

Thanks!<br>

<br />Tim</p>

<p>Where does the 70-300 fit into the scheme of things here? I realize that since Robert has an extender it may not be relevant to his question specifically, but in general what is the opinion on that lens? Everyone raves about the 70-200's (in this forum and elsewhere), but I don't find many people talking about the 70-300. I hope to shoot wildlife and am thinking I need as much focal length as possible, but I also need versatility for other types of shooting. This will be my first lens purchase in addition to the kit lens (18-55).<br>

Thanks!<br>

<br />Tim</p>

<p>Thanks Mendel for your detailed response. I am still using the proprietary software that came with my camera. I am sure it doesn't have near the capabilities of Photoshop, but it works for me now as I learn. It is called "digital photo professional."<br>

I will print your response and save for when I get the real thing, and in the meantime try to translate your instructions into the workflow of my current program. I am sure there are many similarities so maybe I can get somewhere.<br>

I really appreciate you taking the time to share those details with me!<br>

Tim</p>

<p>I am new to digital, so please excuse what is probably a rudimentary question. Clearly the images that come off my camera are not equivalent to 8x10 proportions. They are wider. Yet when I crop, 8x10 is the largest option I get, and more importantly 8x10 seems the most common print size, next up being 11x14. If I want to print the entire caputured image, do I go with 11x14, or is there another size that is optimal to suggest in the "custom" crop and/or print size? I am using a Canon t3.<br>

<br />Thanks!</p>

<p><br />Tim</p>

<p>I would welcome recommendations for good sources for photo processing. I have used Shutterfly with some success, but I have a hunch there may be better options.</p>

<p>Thank you!</p>

<p>Hi Ron,<br>

Sorry I am a bit late in responding, but I just saw this post. You will love shooting in Louisiana. There is so much of photographic interest both in nature and the local culture. For the nature side, be sure to visit Lake Martin and the Atchafalaya basin. You can poke around there without a guide and find lots to see and photograph...just ask around once you get there. For real culture, get into the hinterlands like Mamou or Breaux Bridge. Both places are at the heart of Cajun culture and you will meet lovely and interesting people.<br>

It would be a blast to be your tour guide, but I barely have time to do any of that stuff for myself! I'll bet you can find a lot on your own. Have a wonderful time. Louisiana is beautifully unique in the world.<br>

Tim</p>