A SMILE FOR WEDNESDAYS -- One Last Smile
posted by micki at 10/11/2006 09:15:00 AM
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
About Me
- Name: micki
- Location: United States
No digital photography here folks. Only film, all the time. No post processing. I shoot it, I have it developed, I scan the print, I post it. It is hoped that you would respect my ownership of the images posted, despite the ease with which you could copy them. If you would like a true photographic print of any of my images, please contact me at goodiesbaker@yahoo.com and I will be happy to provide you with one. Weapons of Choice: * Minolta 7000 * Minolta 9000 *Minolta Dynax 9 * Konica Minolta 70 *Minolta x-700 * Minolta AL-F Rangefinder *1958 Minolta Autocord *Holga *holgamod Holga *PIX Panorama Toy Camera *Polaroid One Step Close Up Lenses: Too many too list, just read the stats for each shot I post Scanner: Epson 4990 Perfection Photo Favorite Films: * Kodak Tri-X * Fuji Superia * Ilford HP5+ -- Goal: To make the best exposure possible, on film. A Theme a Day *Sunday – Take A Guess *Macro Mondays *A Glimpse of My Town Tuesdays *Wednesday's Colors *Thursday's Critter *Unique Film and/or Camera Fridays *Saturday – Anything goes
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Camera - Konica Minolta 70
Film - Kodak Max ISO 200
Shutter Speed - 1/8
Aperture Setting - f-2.8 Aperture Mode
Lens - Minolta 50mm macro lens
Used a gold reflector on this shot
Scanning Method - My scan from my cheap little hp officejet 5510v all-in-one copy/scanner/faxer/printer
Cropped to a square ‘cause I like squares
I am very slow to change, did you think that of me? Speaking of not changing…I’ve recently purchased two film cameras in the past two months. One of them is just over ten years older than I am. Both are Minoltas, so not only am I not changing over to digital, I’m not changing camera brands either. More later on those cameras and a third addition (also a Minolta) I’m running some b&w through right now. This third camera was given to me this summer by a new, but very dear friend, and a great photographer as well.
Having said all that, though, it is time for a change. This will be the last A Smile for Wednesdays image. I haven’t “felt” this theme for a long time, so I’m switching things up a bit. Still bouncing back and forth between two or three ideas, but I’d better make a decision by next week, eh?
He is indeed smiling himself. If toads/frogs can smile. I like the smile series but can definitely relate to not feeling something. If you don't fell it don't do it.
Lovely eyes this guy has, beautiful shot.
Oh that is such a good photo. Mr. Frog seems to really be smilling :D
Cool shot.
I certainly look forward to whatever your next Wednesday theme is. :)
i really like to get into film photography specially with holga cameras. congrats for your new toys :D as for the shot... it's lovely. those eyes are really standing out. is that the frog pet that you daughter has or?
What a cutie! I love how frogs look like they are smiling!
Even us die hard non changers have to change once in a while! It just works better when it is on our terms LOL :-)
He really does look like he's smiling.
This is so cute!
You would love the critters on Hawaii. They have big bullfrogs,Madagscar Day Geckos, Geckos, Sharks, Dolphins, Turtles... Let's go. I'm ready whenever you are!
it better be a good decision, i love a smile for wednesayd....ytthis one's great...7.75/10
great eyes!
This is an ultra-high note to fade your S4W series : a wonderful, happy portrait! I’m sure there will be plenty more smiles one way or another and I do hope the amphibians will never be far from a posting.
This guy definitely has a big smile, but also an eye on you! I look forward to your next Wednesday theme. So you like Minolta cameras; I cannot say I ever tried one although I have their wonderful light meters. Thanks for sharing and keep them coming 'cause some of us just love your blog! :)
Great frog picture! Made me smile too!
Very nice portrait of a frog, lots of personality.
It made me smile!!
That's what I call an award winning smile! I love it! :-)))
Great shot, Micki. I always love your toad shots. They make me smile and I love to smile.
:-)) so cute, this frog must be the happiest frog in the world- smile all the time:-P
Farewell smiles, you'll be missed. Great partung shot.
I LOVE this smile thank YOU!
Ah! My favourite...your frog images are the best.
As for those old film cameras...I hope you never switch to digital because your work is great just as it is!
Thats close :). Nice shot !
Very cool!!
this one made me really smile!!
How cute is that! I am a day late so thanks for the smile on Thursday!
The choice of DoF makes his head look likt it is touching the screen it pops out so much. Well executed and lots of fun...
Very nice shot of Mr. Frog!!! Makes me smile too.
he's got a terrificly friendly face! What a marvellous shot!!
nice portrait... :) he is a litle nervous about the camera ?
This one is terrific, especially when in the large format (big screen). I love the one eye looking directly at you. It did indeed, make me smile!.
Wonderful capture!
Is this real? This picture makes me smile too. How fun and cute he is!
How did you get him to smile at you and stay long enough to capture the smile?
Such character! A perfect closer for the Wednesday smile season.
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