Picture challenge:

[XOXO]

Is anyone interesting in starting a challenge to take pictures in different situations and post them. I think it could be a really fun way to practice and work on our creativity and get comfortable with different settings.

I have my crash course DVD and I want to start taking pictures. I am only 1/3 through the DVD.

I think there are a few of us who are new to the canon eos rebel. How are you doing with your new camera??

Gina

[loria]

i have a digital SLR for dummies book--(i think that is what it's called--see, i have yet to get thru it!!)
but it LOOKS helpful (it's a great bedside coaster for the time being..

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[PA Girl]

I would be although I haven't been able to spend much time with my new camera yet. I am the geek that reads the manual several times before I dive in.

Hopefully, I can take my new camera for a walk this week.

[mindehankins]

I'm in. I'd try, anyway. I know nothing about photography!

[ifloat]

I'll play!

[XOXO]

Ok, lets get to work. I have the battery charged. I am new to SLR.

Challenge: take an action picture in your neighborhood.

For me that means SNOW and I think it will be hard. I want to use the sports mode. For those with snow to keep it from turning grey try using between +1 and +2 stops of exposure compensation. (I think)

Have fun exploring your neighborhoods with your SLR!

Gina

[Maggy]

Sorry for a stupid question, but what stands SLR for?

[jayseadee]

Sorry for a stupid question, but what stands SLR for?

I have one and did not know what it stood for:lol: - Single-Lens Reflex; basically not a point and shoot camera. The new ones are DSLR's (Digital)

Although, I hope all forumites with any type of camera can join the challenge - no?

[XOXO]

Absolutely, Janet. I might have to get out my point and shoot. There is so much to remember with this camera~!

Early this morning at about 4 am there were 3 deer in the back yard. I thought about the challenge but could not get myself out of bed. I hope they come back!!

[jayseadee]

Absolutely, Janet. I might have to get out my point and shoot. There is so much to remember with this camera~!

No need to run for the P&S; just put the Rebel in automatic mode

[PA Girl]

Challenge: take an action picture in your neighborhood.

This will be a challenge for me. Might need to wait for the weekend as I can't think of any in-town neighborhood subjects that would be interesting.

I did see a river otter on Saturday but only had the "old" camera with me.

[XOXO]

Is anyone working on this? I am having a hard time with my new camera. Today I took some action pictures of my dog playing with the neighbor's dog. They are cute but I accidentally took them on the wrong setting (portrait). So, I will try again tomorrow.

Also, my viewfinder isn't working--I am sure that I set something wrong. I will have to look it up but don't have time--so if anyone wants the help me cheat and tell me how to set it I would appreciate it.

Gina

Oh, and if you have an opportunity I thought Christmas lights would be a good challenge for next week.

[mbw1024]

hate to say it but not a lot of "action" in my neighborhood! LOL
I'm in for lights though.

[ifloat]

Gina, when you say your viewfinder isnt working, do you mean the optical viewfinder that you hold up to your eye?

Did you turn on your screen for live preview? I think that locks up the mirror, so you cant see through the viewfinder.

Carolyn