Photographic resolutions

Roen

Awful pun intended.

So what are your 2008 resolutions as regards photography? Mine include getting up off my arse a bit more and actually getting out and about, and the big one of actually trying to make a few quid.

I've got myself a website and hope to have it up and running by the end of the month. Not quite sure what I hope to achieve with it but what the hell. It's about time I got the finger out.

Stokolan

I suppose Im the same get out and about and use the camera.. and also learn how to use the camera

5uspect

Finish my thesis so I can spend more time taking pictures.

deRanged

5uspect wrote: »

Finish my thesis so I can spend more time taking pictures.

bizzarely, ditto.

elven

I've been thinking about this already and torturing myself with all last year's unfinished ones

Must print more - got that transfer paper I was hoping to use to get a shot onto glass...

I want to put together a calendar for next year.

Actually get up and out for sunrise at some point.

Would love to do another wedding, too.

Maybe a 40D will find it's way into my camera bag at some point...

ThOnda

Buy a DSLR, study PS3 book, make more pictures, process them in better way (at least knowing what to do to get close to my pre visualised ones), print a book, sell all books and be more active in photography outings.
And start and finish at least one photography project.
I know, it is a lot, but I have to make some tasks to fulfil.

GristlyEnd

I've gotten very lazy lately so getting out more is a definate.

Another one is trying different types of paper. At the photographic show in Croke Park they had some paper with a pearl effect. Looked very impressive.

One last thing is stopping spending so much money on gear :rolleyes:

TelePaul

Go outside more, be more sociable. Perhaps photography will feature there somewhere.

Paulw

In the new year, hopefully save up for a 1D MkIII, and then start to actually do something with my sports photos. Other than that, just get out more and keep enjoying my photography.

Calina

1. 40D hopefully Feb March
2. Photographs into Kitesurf or KiteWorld
3. More boards meets
4. Another PKRA
5. Possibly Brazil but that's only under discussion
6. To be away for NYE next year, hopefully either Tenerife or Bordeaux

Last year was a terrific year for me photographically. Pretty much most of what I wanted to achieve, I achieved, although quite a lot of it I owe to people who have been good enough to take an interest in what I do, and of course, the kite community in Dublin have been massively supportive.

I'm also considering a 50mm lens. It's not something I have felt the need for *yet* but feel that a key thing to do this year is to branch away from my comfort zone of sports, landscapes and travel stuff.

DarrenG, what was that pearl paper? It's just that I seem to be accumulating paper right left and centre...and that sounds good.

kensutz

1.Boards meetings and lots of them especially during the summer.
2&3. Put in my order for the 5D and 300mm f/2.8L USM before the LOI games start.
4. Go on a holiday to somewhere obscure.
5. Spend longer in Norwich and explore the place and take plenty of photos of my second home.


Calina, Bordeaux is an excellent spot. We were there in September for the Rugby World Cup and it's an great place to go to.

Calina

I've a soft spot for Bordeaux. After a major personal crisis (read: man problem friend disaster) about 5 years ago I resolved to get out of Ireland for NYE and somehow found myself on an Air France flight to Bordeaux, went to Arcachon while I was there. Next time I want to go to the lighthouse in the mouth of the Gironde whose name escapes me right now.

I want to go back with all the gear I've bought in the meantime, and particularly the 10-20 for that lighthouse. Cordouan. That's what it's called.

My bad.

challengemaster

get ****ing older so I can enter photos into things >:|

heliguy

Get a dslr, start taking pictures again and create something others can enjoy

GristlyEnd

Calina wrote: »

DarrenG, what was that pearl paper? It's just that I seem to be accumulating paper right left and centre...and that sounds good.

The one I saw was Hahmeuhle FineArt but Ilford have announced one as well, ILFORD Galerie.

Calina

Thanks a million.

some red liqueur is being poured for me. Apparently it's very sweet...,

Stephen

I'd like to trade my D50 for something slightly less obsolete with a bigger, brighter viewfinder. That's about it

whyulittle

kensutz wrote: »

2&3. Put in my order for the 5D and 300mm f/2.8L USM before the LOI games start.

For all those dark and dreary First Division grounds that lie ahead of you.

My own is to really get out and about more, trying different things. Really need to get a handle on processing too.

Happy New Year all!

Ricky91t

1.Photogaph more G.a.a matchesc maybe hurling and rugby too
2.Try and get a summer job and buy a 70-200 f/4 or f/2.8 depending on how long i get the job
3.Enter more competitions
4.Shoot raw+jpg so i can enter world wildlife photographer

I think thats it for now might come up with some more:D

FreeAnd..

1. Photograph the 7 Wonders of the World
2. Photograph Great White Sharks + the big 5 in Africa
3. Photograph Australian Outback + Main Cities + Wildlife Collection
4. Photograph on the Easter Island and the Galapagos
5. Photograph as many sporting, marital, music, general events as possible
6. Get Back to the basics of what makes a good photo and apply daily...
7. Get more space to hold photos
8. Clean gear more regularly
9. Offload some gear and decide on the necessities
10. Design a custom made laptop bag for my gear (and hopefully get it made)

Not all possible in 08 but hopefully I can tick a few of these boxes off before someone starts a thread for 09....

thebaz

improve overall quality of my shots -- and move into a different direction , have a couple of ideas already.
Happy new year all

nilhg

elven wrote: »

I want to put together a calendar for next year.

A+++++ vote to the black photobox A3 jobbies........ Hint.... its not really too late. The bast 38 euro you will spend.

elven wrote: »

Actually get up and out for sunrise at some point.

Sooner rather than later, 8.30 is easier than 5.30.:D

Calina wrote: »

1. To be away for NYE next year,

Be careful, apparently at 4.30pm (Irish time) there were photos of me with flowers in my hair doing the rounds ( and I'm not really that sort of fella).:eek:-- See Below


And my resolution:--- To give my alcoholic Aussie brothers in law, the slip and take some photos.:D My liver really needs the break;)

Calina

Damn where are those photographs with flowers in your hair?

This is the first year in ages that I've been in Ireland for NYE. It's a bit weird. Last year I was (sick) in Tenerife, the year before Venice. Warm weather on NYE kicks ass, it really does.

Elven, Photobox emailed me with some details about 3 for 2 extended on the old calendars. Hmm.

could be tempted. Could be mega tempted. only thing is I already, via various different means own three photographic calendars by people not me and also one artist's calendar...

decisions, decisions....

elven

Yes I was looking at those photobox ones... quite good too that you can have more than one shot on each page, and you're not limited to portrait or landscape orientation for the whole thing.

Calina I might want to pick your brain about bordeaux at some point too... still need to take that belated honeymoon

rymus

buy a new body. do alot of studio photography.

thebaz

i gave out some Christmas presents of my own hand made calendars -- they proved so popular i had to do a few more -- for free -- i guess its the season of goodwill -- photography must be the hardest craft , to make a few bob in

here are the image i used (bit different to my usual)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/thebaz/sets/72157603598554758/

ike

To get my LIPF possibly - although the year after might be more realistic target.

TelePaul

challengemaster wrote: »

get ****ing older so I can enter photos into things >:|

I reckon that'll probably be a natural progression as the year goes on.

I didn't know you had to be a certain age to enter competitions.

challengemaster

TelePaul wrote: »

I reckon that'll probably be a natural progression as the year goes on.

I didn't know you had to be a certain age to enter competitions.

Well, if you look in the Terms & Conditions of most competitions, it says something like

"All entrants must be of 18 years or older"

actually, here's a good example:

Competition: http://capture2day.com/content/gallery.asp

http://capture2day.com/content/tsandcs.asp Terms & Conditions wrote:

Eligibility
• The Competition is open to amateur and professional photographers over 18. Entries will be accepted from both UK and Rep of Ireland (the Entrants) residents. Employees of Adobe and companies and agencies associated with this promotion are not eligible to enter. Members of the judging panel are also ineligible.

TelePaul

challengemaster wrote: »

Well, if you look in the Terms & Conditions of most competitions, it says something like

"All entrants must be of 18 years or older"

actually, here's a good example:

Competition: http://capture2day.com/content/gallery.asp

Ah lameness! I'll enter on your behalf, split the prizes 70/30, deal?

challengemaster

lol (im going to assume you mean 70 for me )

yeah it is pretty lame

TelePaul

challengemaster wrote: »

lol (im going to assume you mean 70 for me )

Uh....sure.

challengemaster

magicbastarder

i need to use the approx. 60 rolls of film i have in my fridge.

Rojo

I'd love to have an exhib. I've got an idea for one but I'm not it would work...