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Greetings from Austin!
This is a discussion on Greetings from Austin! within the Introductions forums, part of the General Information category; Hola! I'm new to Austin, moved here in the end of August with my girlfriend (fiance) and now 9-month old ...
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03-13-2011, 06:35 PM
Hola! I'm new to Austin, moved here in the end of August with my girlfriend (fiance) and now 9-month old baby girl. I've been shooting film (35mm, 4x5) for about 4 years, doing the whole darkroom thing for like 3 years. Printing is a bit of a chore at this time - it's hard to block out 2-3 hours to be in the darkroom, though I could really do it if I were more motivated. I've been turned off to the digital thing for a long time. I hate the (perceived) obsolescence of "older" digital cameras and the constant "need" to upgrade. I love that my speed graphic is twice as old as I am and still makes great pictures. I got my first digital slr (Nikon d200) a couple weeks ago and I'm in the beginning stages of setting up some kind of commercial photography kit. This is what I want to do for a living eventually, and I know digital is where it's at for the professional photographer. I still plan on shooting film - more 4x5 than 35mm but maybe I'll shoot more slides on the 35mm and learn to process E6 - but I'm focusing on the digital thing and learning all the techniques of flash lighting, lightroom, photoshop, etc. I do consider myself an artist, though I've never actually sold any prints (got an etsy account going recently, some interest but no takers yet - hand printed fine art photography by AdamKingPhoto on Etsy ). I find it weird that photographers won't embrace the title of artist. Or people split hairs as to who's really a photographer and who isn't. My feelings: you're an artist if you say you are (whether you are a good artist, that's up for interpretation). You're a photographer if you frequently take pictures with a camera. I'm interested in meeting folks (probably online at first - the baby keeps us pretty busy) and broadening my skill set. Like I said, it is my goal to be earning a living at photography. I believe I will be there one day, but I'm not really in a rush. I have a (pretty) good job but my woman is much more employable (graduate student in a hireable field), I'm taking the role of primary wage earner until the baby is at least in pre-school. So these years are crucial but I don't feel hurried to get to the end of them: now's when I hone my craft and build my portfolio. Then I'll be out there scuffling for jobs. Thanks for listening. Adam King |
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03-13-2011, 10:32 PM
Welcome Adam |
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03-14-2011, 07:05 AM
Welcome from Frisco! --------------------------- Putting the Ahh! in Photography. A 35 to my eye and a 45 by my side. What say you? |
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03-14-2011, 11:56 AM
welcome adam... man i wish i was in austin this week for SXSW... --------------------------- Abel Longoria Check out the NEW Pixtus Photography Cheat Sheet! Support Pixtus by Purchasing Your Gear From: B&H Photo | Amazon | Adorama |
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03-14-2011, 12:52 PM
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03-14-2011, 03:26 PM
Welcome! I am just up the road from you in Belton. I was in Austin this past weekend, and don't envy you the crazy crowds. Good luck on your endeavor! -==Buzz==- |
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03-16-2011, 08:15 AM
Hi Adam, I'm in Austin as well. There are a few of us here on TPF. I look forward to getting to see your work. |
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03-16-2011, 10:01 AM
Welcome Austinite! --------------------------- All Substance, No Style :) |
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03-16-2011, 10:46 AM
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03-16-2011, 10:51 AM
Welcome to Austin!! I am always looking for a good excuse to get out and shoot something. Company is always welcome. |
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03-16-2011, 07:19 PM
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Welcome! I'm up the road a bit in Round Rock! | |
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03-16-2011, 07:37 PM
Adam, saw your munecas on Etsy. Did you happen to take those in Mexico? They remind me of something I saw on a show once. |
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