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After reading a thread on Digital Point, I realized that a lot of people still don’t know about all the Google Operator commands. This list will help you control your Google search. There are a few more commands out there, but these are the ones I find most useful… feel free to add your own in the comments.
link:www.yoursite.com - This command will show you all of the backlinks to your site. Handy tool for finding out who is linking to you.
related:www.yoursite.com - This command will show you a list of pages that Google thinks are related to your site in some way.
site:www.yoursite.com - Searches only those pages from the site you list.
allinurl: - If you start a query with [allinurl:], Google will restrict the results to those with all of the query words in the url. For instance, [allinurl: google search] will return only documents that have both “google” and “search” in the url.
define: - The query [define:] will provide a definition of the words you enter after it, gathered from various online sources. The definition will be for the entire phrase entered (i.e., it will include all the words in the exact order you typed them).
inurl: - If you include [inurl:] in your query, Google will restrict the results to documents containing that word in the url. For instance, [inurl:google search] will return documents that mention the word “google” in their url, and mention the word “search” anywhere in the document (url or no). Note there can be no space between the “inurl:” and the following word.
allintitle: - If you start a query with [allintitle:], Google will restrict the results to those with all of the query words in the title. For instance, [allintitle: google search] will return only documents that have both “google” and “search” in the title.
intitle: - If you include [intitle:] in your query, Google will restrict the results to documents containing that word in the title. For instance, [intitle:google search] will return documents that mention the word “google” in their title, and mention the word “search” anywhere in the document (title or no). Note there can be no space between the “intitle:” and the following word.
cache: - If you include other words in the query, Google will highlight those words within the cached document. For instance, [cache:www.subnixus.com web] will show the cached content with the word “web” highlighted.
info: - The query [info:] will present some information that Google has about that web page. For instance, [info:www.google.com] will show information about the Google homepage. Note there can be no space between the “info:” and the web page url.
spell: - Does a spell check of any given word.
stocks: - If you begin a query with the [stocks:] operator, Google will treat the rest of the query terms as stock ticker symbols, and will link to a page showing stock information for those symbols. For instance, [stocks: intc yhoo] will show information about Intel and Yahoo. (Note you must type the ticker symbols, not the company name.)
filetype: - Does a search for a specific file type, or, if you put a minus sign (-) in front of it, it won’t list any results with that filetype.
daterange: - Is supported in Julian date format only. 2452384 is an example of a Julian date.
maps: - Is a shortcut to do a google maps search.
phone: - Searches for anything that looks like a phone number.
allinlinks: - Searches only within links, not text or title.
allintext: - searches only within text of pages, but not in the links or page title.
About Me
- Norm Rutkowske
- Photography isn't a hobby- it's a lifestyle. Bought my first 35mm Camera at the age of 15, and haven't put in down since. Have shot over 200 weddings. http://normthephotoguy.com
Monday, December 26, 2005
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Saturday, December 10, 2005
Digital Photography Tips
CLICK HEREDigital Photography Tips: "Digital Photography Tips"
Never connect your camera to the computer
Read this recent forum post in the box below
The biggest and most time wasteful problem facing the digital camera user is the connection between the camera and the computer. If you've been following my forum posts, you've read that I recommend NOT connecting the camera to the computer and NOT installing software with the camera manufacturers name on it. People have sometimes wasted days trying to figure out how to transfer their images. My recommendation is to get a USB card reader (cost about $30) and transfer the images through Windows Explorer. Another advantage not usually mentioned, is that the camera is powered by it's rechargeable battery and the transferring of images can run down that battery turning the camera off during transfer and cause you to loose images. Are your images worth the cost of a $30 card reader?
Never connect your camera to the computer
Read this recent forum post in the box below
The biggest and most time wasteful problem facing the digital camera user is the connection between the camera and the computer. If you've been following my forum posts, you've read that I recommend NOT connecting the camera to the computer and NOT installing software with the camera manufacturers name on it. People have sometimes wasted days trying to figure out how to transfer their images. My recommendation is to get a USB card reader (cost about $30) and transfer the images through Windows Explorer. Another advantage not usually mentioned, is that the camera is powered by it's rechargeable battery and the transferring of images can run down that battery turning the camera off during transfer and cause you to loose images. Are your images worth the cost of a $30 card reader?
Universal Photographic Digital Imaging Guidelines: UPDIG
Universal Photographic Digital Imaging Guidelines: UPDIG: "Universal Photographic Digital Imaging Guidelines"
CLICK HERE
These 15 guidelines — along with the accompanying Best Practices documents — aim to clarify issues affecting accurate reproduction and management of digital image files. Although they largely reflect a photographer’s perspective, anyone working with digital images should find them useful. The guidelines have three primary goals:
* Digital images look the same as they transfer between devices, platforms and vendors.
* Digital images are prepared in the correct resolution, at the correct size, for the device(s) on which they will be viewed or printed.
* Digital images have metadata embedded that conforms to the IPTC standards, making the images searchable, providing usage and contact information, and stating their creators or copyright owners.
CLICK HERE
These 15 guidelines — along with the accompanying Best Practices documents — aim to clarify issues affecting accurate reproduction and management of digital image files. Although they largely reflect a photographer’s perspective, anyone working with digital images should find them useful. The guidelines have three primary goals:
* Digital images look the same as they transfer between devices, platforms and vendors.
* Digital images are prepared in the correct resolution, at the correct size, for the device(s) on which they will be viewed or printed.
* Digital images have metadata embedded that conforms to the IPTC standards, making the images searchable, providing usage and contact information, and stating their creators or copyright owners.
Thursday, December 08, 2005
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Wednesday, December 07, 2005
Saturday, December 03, 2005
SanDisk ImageMate Review - What everone need!
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The SanDisk ImageMate is a memory card reader / writer that supports 12 different memory card formats and which connects to your computer via a high speed USB 2 port. The ImageMate is backwards compatible with all USB 1.1 ports and no adapters are required for any of the supported memory cards.
Friday, November 25, 2005
Thursday, November 10, 2005
..:: MOTOCROSS FILES ::..
..:: MOTOCROSS FILES ::..: "Show #3 - Roger DeCoster 12/13/05 @ 2:30am"
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Wednesday, November 09, 2005
Maunsell Towers
The Thames Estuary Army Forts were constructed in 1942 to a design by Guy Maunsell, following the successful construction and deployment of the Naval Sea Forts. Their purpose was to provide anti-aircraft fire within the Thames Estuary area. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Sunday, September 18, 2005
Friday, September 16, 2005
Thursday, September 15, 2005
Photography & Digital Camera Forums - Canon EOS 5D 12.8-Megapixel, Full-Frame Digital SLR - Press Release
New Canon EOS 5D is a Premium Digital SLR at an Affordable Price Offering a Full-Frame Sensor with 12.8 Megapixels of Resolution
Combining the High-End Specs of the EOS-1 Line and the Ease of the EOS 20D Model, The New Canon EOS 5D Camera Is a Premium DSLR for Under $3,300
http://forums.photographyreview.com/showthread.php?t=13852
Combining the High-End Specs of the EOS-1 Line and the Ease of the EOS 20D Model, The New Canon EOS 5D Camera Is a Premium DSLR for Under $3,300
http://forums.photographyreview.com/showthread.php?t=13852
Sunday, August 21, 2005
Saturday, August 13, 2005
The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad | Allegany County, Western Maryland
The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad | Allegany County, Western Maryland
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Tuesday, August 09, 2005
Mark's 101 Totally Awesome Photo Tips in Photoshop CS
Before and after picture GREAT DVD if you want one let me Know! at normthephotoguy@comcast.net
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Friday, August 05, 2005
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Friday, July 22, 2005
GRAY MARKET WARNING! You’ll pay for that “great” deal… eventually
You’ll pay for that “great” deal… eventually: "READ THIS- before buying any camera on the internet!
You’ll pay for that “great” deal… eventually.
Almost all of the “amazing deals” found on the internet are gray market products. These are products that are made by a popular, reputable manufacturer, and intended for and shipped to a foreign market. They are purchased by a dealer that accepts gray market products, and then resold in the US, usually at a discount. While it may seem like a bargain to buy the “same” name brand at a lower cost, the risks and headaches that come with it usually far outweigh the few dollars saved, and you could end up with a camera you can’t even use.
Warranty? What warranty?
Aside from manuals and menus that may not be in a language you even recognize, and cords that won’t plug in to American systems without some adapter, these purchases maintain one overriding risk. They do not come with a US warranty from the manufacturer. This means that if something, anything, goes wrong with that camera, you may be completely out of luck. In fact, some manufacturers will not service gray market cameras in the US at all, even if you are willing to pay for it yourself. So if you want to get that camera fixed, it may require shipping it to a foreign country and hoping for the best. To learn more about the problems of gray market products click here for FAQ’s.
How can I spot Gray Market deals?
* US Manufacturer’s Warranty- This is the first tip off. If the product advertised does not come with its manufacturer’s US warranty (make sure it actually says it’s both a US warranty and a manufacturer’s warranty), chances are you are getting gray market.
* Authorized Dealer- If the site is not an authorized dealer for that brand, you don’t know what you are getting. Authorized dealers usually stay away from gray market products, as this tends to hurt the manufacturer, jeopardize the camera retailer’s dealership, and most importantly, hurts the consumer.
* Fine print- Many websites will attempt to cover themselves by burying details about the nature of their products in the fine print descriptions. Any site that mentions “May be missing original packaging, cables, manuals etc.” should be avoided, unless you want to risk buying an incomplete camera.
* Ask- Not many people bother to ask about gray market products. If you see a deal that seems “too good to be true” take the time to call them and ask. Most sites will be up front about it, if asked directly, and it’s better to be safe than sorry.
MyCamera.com’s gray market policy."
You’ll pay for that “great” deal… eventually.
Almost all of the “amazing deals” found on the internet are gray market products. These are products that are made by a popular, reputable manufacturer, and intended for and shipped to a foreign market. They are purchased by a dealer that accepts gray market products, and then resold in the US, usually at a discount. While it may seem like a bargain to buy the “same” name brand at a lower cost, the risks and headaches that come with it usually far outweigh the few dollars saved, and you could end up with a camera you can’t even use.
Warranty? What warranty?
Aside from manuals and menus that may not be in a language you even recognize, and cords that won’t plug in to American systems without some adapter, these purchases maintain one overriding risk. They do not come with a US warranty from the manufacturer. This means that if something, anything, goes wrong with that camera, you may be completely out of luck. In fact, some manufacturers will not service gray market cameras in the US at all, even if you are willing to pay for it yourself. So if you want to get that camera fixed, it may require shipping it to a foreign country and hoping for the best. To learn more about the problems of gray market products click here for FAQ’s.
How can I spot Gray Market deals?
* US Manufacturer’s Warranty- This is the first tip off. If the product advertised does not come with its manufacturer’s US warranty (make sure it actually says it’s both a US warranty and a manufacturer’s warranty), chances are you are getting gray market.
* Authorized Dealer- If the site is not an authorized dealer for that brand, you don’t know what you are getting. Authorized dealers usually stay away from gray market products, as this tends to hurt the manufacturer, jeopardize the camera retailer’s dealership, and most importantly, hurts the consumer.
* Fine print- Many websites will attempt to cover themselves by burying details about the nature of their products in the fine print descriptions. Any site that mentions “May be missing original packaging, cables, manuals etc.” should be avoided, unless you want to risk buying an incomplete camera.
* Ask- Not many people bother to ask about gray market products. If you see a deal that seems “too good to be true” take the time to call them and ask. Most sites will be up front about it, if asked directly, and it’s better to be safe than sorry.
MyCamera.com’s gray market policy."
Tuesday, July 12, 2005
Norman Koren photography: images and tutorials
Norman Koren photography: images and tutorials: "Making fine prints in your digital darkroom
Light & color | Pixels, images, & files | Getting started | Scanners | Digital cameras | Printers | Papers and inks | Monitor calibration and gamma | Printer calibration | Scanning | Image editing | B&W printing | Matting and framing | Tonal quality and dynamic range in digital cameras
Image editing with Picture Window Pro
Introduction | Making and using masks | Contrast masking | Tinting and hand coloring B&W images | Example: Sunset, Providence
Understanding image sharpness and MTF
Introduction | Film and lenses | Scanners and sharpening | Printers | Lens testing | Depth of Field | Digital cameras vs. film | Grain
Color management
Introduction to Color science and Color management | Implemention part 1: Setup, working color space, profile anatomy | Implemention part 2: Monitor profiling, workflow details | Obtaining ICC profiles and using MonacoEZcolor | Evaluating color in printers and ICC profiles
Digital cameras vs. film | Part 2 | Canon EOS 10D Digital SLR | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4
Workshops Pt. Lobos/Big Sur Jan. 2004 | Monument Valley/Hunt's Mesa April 2004 | Part 2
A simplified zone system for making good exposures
Photographic technique Part 1: equipment, mostly | Part 2: vision, panoramic, travel
Canon FS4000US 4000 dpi scanner | Epson 2450/3200 Flatbed scanners
Eliminating color fringing (lateral chromatic aberration)"
Light & color | Pixels, images, & files | Getting started | Scanners | Digital cameras | Printers | Papers and inks | Monitor calibration and gamma | Printer calibration | Scanning | Image editing | B&W printing | Matting and framing | Tonal quality and dynamic range in digital cameras
Image editing with Picture Window Pro
Introduction | Making and using masks | Contrast masking | Tinting and hand coloring B&W images | Example: Sunset, Providence
Understanding image sharpness and MTF
Introduction | Film and lenses | Scanners and sharpening | Printers | Lens testing | Depth of Field | Digital cameras vs. film | Grain
Color management
Introduction to Color science and Color management | Implemention part 1: Setup, working color space, profile anatomy | Implemention part 2: Monitor profiling, workflow details | Obtaining ICC profiles and using MonacoEZcolor | Evaluating color in printers and ICC profiles
Digital cameras vs. film | Part 2 | Canon EOS 10D Digital SLR | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4
Workshops Pt. Lobos/Big Sur Jan. 2004 | Monument Valley/Hunt's Mesa April 2004 | Part 2
A simplified zone system for making good exposures
Photographic technique Part 1: equipment, mostly | Part 2: vision, panoramic, travel
Canon FS4000US 4000 dpi scanner | Epson 2450/3200 Flatbed scanners
Eliminating color fringing (lateral chromatic aberration)"
Norman Koren photography: images and tutorials
Great web site check it out! Norman Koren photography: images and tutorials
Sunday, July 10, 2005
The Bush 1/2 penny
The Bush 1/2 penny
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
Coin Collectors Divided over New Bush Half-Penny
Enthusiasm for the Thomas Jefferson buffalo tail nickel has not carried over to the George W. Bush horse's ass half-cent.
The majority of numismatists quickly gave a big thumbs up to the new five-cent piece. But the half-penny, dubbed simply "The Bush" by hobbyists, has sparked a bitter debate.
"Each half-cent will cost about 0.81 of a cent to mint, creating an unnecessary deficit every year, detractors of The Bush complain. And it looks so much like a penny, The Bush will facilitate widespread dishonesty. The Bush is doomed to be a miserable failure.
These will come in very handy when the President's Social Security reforms pass," insist supporters of The Bush. "Once the program is forced into bankruptcy, each retiree will get one in the mail every month. Or they can just feel around under the sofa cushion.
The traditional slogan "In God We Trust" is replaced by "Trust Me" on The Bush, which will make it highly sought after by collectors of U.S. coins with oxymorons.
Thursday, June 30, 2005
The top ten lists
The top ten lists are determined by review page visits. They're updated daily and posted on the Home pages of PCPhotoREVIEW.com and PhotographyREVIEW.com.
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Sunday, June 26, 2005
ZigView Turns SLR Viewfinders Into Live Feed LCD Screens
Zigview-1
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
June 7, 2005 - South Korea’s Seculine Corp. has unveiled the ZigView Digital Angle viewfinder which mates a 1.9-inch LCD and CMOS sensor to the optical viewfinder of digital and analog SLRs. The small wedged shaped ZigView connects to the optical viewfinders of SLRs and allows a live view of the image from above or below the camera. The ZigView was introduced in South Korea in late March and is already on sale in Europe, with North America expected to follow in short order.
Seculine has designed this accessory because SLR users have to deal with certain low or high angles, which make composition through the traditional optical viewfinder tough. When mounted with the screen facing upwards, the ZigView allows users to look straight down at the image taken at a lower angle. The ZigView can also be rotated to face down, to allow a photographer to raise the camera at a high angle while still being able to compose the shot.
According to the manufacturer, the ZigView will work with most digital and film SLR cameras. The ZigView ships with an eyepiece adapter for Nikon, Fuji, and Canon cameras. Adapters for Konica-Minolta and Pentax cameras are only available as accessories.
The ZigView is retailing in Europe and Korea in the $220 range. The accessory adapter sells for around $13.
Saturday, June 18, 2005
Five Master Photographers!
Five Master Photographera!
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
The DWF is proud to offer members a special discount on The Masters of Wedding Photography. A 2 hour DVD documentary produced for the BBC, featuring five of the best wedding shooters in the world at work: Yervant, Denis Reggie, Joe Buissink, Martin Schembri, and Jeff Ascough.
Details inside!
We're proud that the best wedding photographers in the world are members of the DWF. Join us!
http://www.mastersofweddingphotography.com/
Sunday, June 05, 2005
Canon EOS 20Da Announced
Canon EOS 20Da Announced
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
http://www.photographyblog.com/index.php/weblog/comments/canon_eos_20da_announced/
Canon EOS 20Da Announced
Canon EOS 20DaCanon EOS 20Da is announced. The Canon EOS 20Da is a new version of the 20D that is optimised for astrophotography. The Canon EOS 20Da was first announced in Japan a few months ago. The 20Da features live preview on the LCD screen, a modified low-pass filter and enhanced noise reduction for long exposures. The EOS 20Da is only available to order from selected European dealers; no news yet on availability outside of Europe and Japan.
Canon Europe Press Release
Tuesday, May 24, 2005
Thursday, May 19, 2005
The 2006 Dodge Charger, Dodge Charger Daytona R/T, and Dodge Charger SRT8
daytonas
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
0-60 in six seconds flat. Stability control. Four doors. Five speeds.
If that's not enough, try the SRT-8: 0-60 in five seconds...
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Adobe Photoshop vs. Photoshop Elements - A Comparison
Adobe Photoshop vs. Photoshop Elements - A Comparison: "Graphics Software"Is Photoshop worth the extra $500 compared to Photoshop Elements?
Sunday, May 15, 2005
magazine's Photo Galleries at pbase.com
Pbase now has a free magazine you can download for free!! magazine's Photo Galleries at pbase.com
Saturday, May 14, 2005
Thursday, May 12, 2005
Good-Tutorials.com - Photo Effects
Good-Tutorials.com - Photo Effects: "Photo Effects
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Out of Frame - 13dots.com - Report Tutorial
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Painting Effect - Design Tutorials - Report Tutorial
Simulate a painting based on an image using Adobe Photoshop CS2.
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Out of Frame - 13dots.com - Report Tutorial
Watch the step-by-step video and learn how to create this 3D effect for your images.
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Painting Effect - Design Tutorials - Report Tutorial
Simulate a painting based on an image using Adobe Photoshop CS2.
May 12, 2005 | 347 total clicks | 347 clicks this month"
Saturday, May 07, 2005
PC Pitstop: Free PC Diagnostics and Tuneups
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PhotoAttorney Know Your Rights and Limitations When You Fly
PhotoAttorney: "Know Your Rights and Limitations When You Fly
The Transportation Security Administration’s (“TSA”) mission is to “protect [ ] the Nation’s transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.” The TSA, not the airlines, determines what can pass through the secured area of an airport.
So it’s great that the TSA allows photographers an extra bag of “photographic equipment in addition to one (1) carry-on and one (1) personal item through the screening checkpoint. The additional bag must conform to your air carrier’s carry-on restrictions for size and weight.” The guideline can be found here: http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?content=090005198006b11c
The catch is that your airline, not the TSA, has the right to disallow the third bag. While you can get it through security, you may be forced to check it at the gate. Since many photographers need two bags for photography equipment plus a briefcase for their laptops, you may not want to have to choose which bag is thrown below when the third bag is disallowed.
E-mail messages to Delta, Northwest, Alaska, United and American Airlines asking whether they allow the extra photography bag either were not returned or the responses quoted/referred to baggage guidelines from their websites that allow only two pieces of carry-on luggage. Even if any of the replies had been positive, the rules may be applied differently at the gate.
The safest plan is to go with two carry-on bags, at least for now.
Take my advice; get professional help.
PhotoAttorney"
The Transportation Security Administration’s (“TSA”) mission is to “protect [ ] the Nation’s transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.” The TSA, not the airlines, determines what can pass through the secured area of an airport.
So it’s great that the TSA allows photographers an extra bag of “photographic equipment in addition to one (1) carry-on and one (1) personal item through the screening checkpoint. The additional bag must conform to your air carrier’s carry-on restrictions for size and weight.” The guideline can be found here: http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?content=090005198006b11c
The catch is that your airline, not the TSA, has the right to disallow the third bag. While you can get it through security, you may be forced to check it at the gate. Since many photographers need two bags for photography equipment plus a briefcase for their laptops, you may not want to have to choose which bag is thrown below when the third bag is disallowed.
E-mail messages to Delta, Northwest, Alaska, United and American Airlines asking whether they allow the extra photography bag either were not returned or the responses quoted/referred to baggage guidelines from their websites that allow only two pieces of carry-on luggage. Even if any of the replies had been positive, the rules may be applied differently at the gate.
The safest plan is to go with two carry-on bags, at least for now.
Take my advice; get professional help.
PhotoAttorney"
Thursday, April 21, 2005
Friday, April 15, 2005
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Wednesday, April 13, 2005
ProShow Gold this is the one I use!
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Take your photos further!
ProShow Gold gives you more output options than any other slide show software. Create DVDs and video CDs that play back on your TV. Stream your show on the Web. Generate MPEG video files for PC viewing. Build screen savers for yourself or others. Make self-contained executable slide shows (EXEs), perfect for e-mailing or posting online. Write PC autorun CDs that automatically play when inserted into a PC. ProShow Gold does it all!
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Create slide shows for any occasion!
Use ProShow Gold to easily create stunning slide shows for friends, family, business, or just for fun! Just select your photos and drop them in the show. Add a custom sound track or pick from over 280 stunning transition effects to add that final touch.
Take your photos further!
ProShow Gold gives you more output options than any other slide show software. Create DVDs and video CDs that play back on your TV. Stream your show on the Web. Generate MPEG video files for PC viewing. Build screen savers for yourself or others. Make self-contained executable slide shows (EXEs), perfect for e-mailing or posting online. Write PC autorun CDs that automatically play when inserted into a PC. ProShow Gold does it all!
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Download.com - Blogs - Oddly Enough: An exploration of unusual software downloads
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Google makes maps mightier
Tuesday April 12th, 2005
A while back I wrote about Google's new map site and its acquisition of satellite mapping service Keyhole. In typical blazing-fast Google fashion, the company has now married those two services in the latest update of Google Maps. The site now lets you not only view a satellite photo of whatever location you're mapping, but it also overlays the recommended route on the satellite image when you get directions. The satellite images aren't as detailed as you'll find on Keyhole, but they don't really need to be. It's really cool."
Google makes maps mightier
Tuesday April 12th, 2005
A while back I wrote about Google's new map site and its acquisition of satellite mapping service Keyhole. In typical blazing-fast Google fashion, the company has now married those two services in the latest update of Google Maps. The site now lets you not only view a satellite photo of whatever location you're mapping, but it also overlays the recommended route on the satellite image when you get directions. The satellite images aren't as detailed as you'll find on Keyhole, but they don't really need to be. It's really cool."
Sunday, April 10, 2005
Sunday, April 03, 2005
photoblogs
photoblogs_logo
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
These are the top 10 registered photoblogs. Rankings are derived from the favorites lists of our users. In case of a tie, older sites are ranked higher.
1. c h r o m a s i a > (1437 favorites)
2. [daily dose of imagery] > (1106 favorites)
3. CHROMOGENIC.NET > (757 favorites)
4. shutterbug : photographs by tracey > (671 favorites)
5. DailySnap.com > (605 favorites)
6. heather champ > (597 favorites)
7. Jinky Art > (582 favorites)
8. quarlo -- photos -- new york city > (577 favorites)
9. emptyPictures > (567 favorites)
10. Ground Glass > (567 favorites)
More Photoblogs...
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Friday, March 11, 2005
DiagramThe USS Jimmy Carter has been commissioned
For pictures click here!More Junkmail from Bob, 2005/03/11
small_carterDiagram
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
small_carterDiagram
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
The USS Jimmy Carter has been commissioned. It has a top speed of 33 knots submerged, with a 25 knot tactical (quiet) speed. At 453 feet long, the Jimmy Carter is about 100 feet longer than the earlier Seawolfs. It has a crew of about 130 people. It is a lot quieter than the Los Angeles attack subs, and quite a bit quieter than the new Virginia class. It has an extra-strong sail so it can break through Arctic ice.
http://www.defenselink.mil/releases/2005/nr20050215-2088.html
The Jimmy Carter's extra length consists of its "wasp waist," or multi-mission platform. This is a 100-foot section behind the sail in which the pressure hull narrows to a relatively small cylinder. The area between the submarine skin and the relatively narrow section of pressure hull will be used as an "ocean interface." This makes it easier to carry things that will be dropped off and retrieved underwater, such as unmanned subs, divers, mines, and etc. When you consider that the submarine operates silently at water-ski speeds, you can see why it's a good idea to have extra equipment inside the skin of the submarine.
Thursday, March 10, 2005
Wednesday, March 09, 2005
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
Wednesday, March 02, 2005
Understanding Digital Multipliers
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Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
When you use most digital cameras, your lens has more reach than you may realize.
This is because digital sensors are usually smaller than 24x36mm, the size of 35mm film. This is called a digital multiplier. Each camera has a different multiplication factor depending on its sensor size. For instance, the most popular selling DSLRs in the world are made by Canon. They use sensors ranging for full size to much smaller.
With the exception of the Canon 1DS, 1DSMKII, 1D and 1DMKII, all Canon DSLRs have a digital multiplier of 1.6.
This means that when you use a 100mm lens, it has an equivalent focal length (EFL) of 160mm. Below, please find a chart that you can use to easily convert the standard 35mm lens focal length for use on your camera.Memorizing these focal lengths will help you be a better judge of what lens you need to make the right shot.
Monday, February 28, 2005
Copper Penny Sells For $437,000 At Auction
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Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
A copper penny minted in 1792 and kept in a tobacco tin for decades was auctioned Monday for $437,000. The chocolate-colored penny, the ninth known example of its type, bears the date 1792, an inscription "Parent of Science & Industry: Liberty," and the likeness of a woman's head representing Miss Liberty, Goldberg said.
Saturday, February 26, 2005
Digital Prints and Image Hosting
Travels with Abulafia: Digital Prints and Image Hosting: "Digital Prints and Image Hosting
Just stumbled across a good comparison of several digital photo printers. I haven't tried any of the services yet, and in general, the seems to be a lot of jocking for position in the web-photo market. I did just try out Flickr as a possible image hosting provider. Nice interface, but for the $60/year I could get a good amount of hosted space and scripting support. The problem with services like Flickr is getting those images back out (along with associated metadata) a some later date. Their short-term profit interest != my long-term interest."
Just stumbled across a good comparison of several digital photo printers. I haven't tried any of the services yet, and in general, the seems to be a lot of jocking for position in the web-photo market. I did just try out Flickr as a possible image hosting provider. Nice interface, but for the $60/year I could get a good amount of hosted space and scripting support. The problem with services like Flickr is getting those images back out (along with associated metadata) a some later date. Their short-term profit interest != my long-term interest."
Travels with Abulafia: Digital Image Workflow Redux
Travels with Abulafia: Digital Image Workflow Redux: "Digital Image Workflow Redux
After playing around with Adobe's DNG format and converter, I'm quite pleased. It looks like I can convert my 10-11MB raw PEF files to 5-6MB DNGs without sacrificing any image data. The only down side is that I've seen some lost metadata, though that may be correctable.
(click 'Entire post' to read more)
Now, my image workflow is:
1. Use Adobe's DNG converter to create local DNGs in RAW_Pictures/ straight from the SD card.
2. Delete the original PEFs from the SD card and put it back in the camera or backpack. (I always seem to forget this step...)
3. Use dpMagic and/or Photoshop to select the images worth saving. Any others get deleted immediately or get 'trashed' via dpMagic (really just a renaming) to be cleaned up if disk space is low.
4. For each remaining image:
* Open in Photoshop CS and convert from RAW diddling exposure, white balance and lens settings as needed.
* If needed, apply a Unsharp Mask at 20%, 100-200 pixels, 0 Threshold to add a bit of large-scale dynamic range.
* Standard sharpening via Unsharp Mask at 80-150%, 1.5-2.5 pixels, 5-7 Threshold.
* Any other manipulations.
* Convert to sRGB color space.
* Move to 8-bit color.
* Finally, save the final version with 'File->Save as...' (not the 'for web' choice) a JPEG using 'withMetadata.iros' settings (custom settings saved from within ImageReady to preserve EXIF data).
* Name the new JPEG as Pictures/Category/DescriptiveName_P0001.jpg."
After playing around with Adobe's DNG format and converter, I'm quite pleased. It looks like I can convert my 10-11MB raw PEF files to 5-6MB DNGs without sacrificing any image data. The only down side is that I've seen some lost metadata, though that may be correctable.
(click 'Entire post' to read more)
Now, my image workflow is:
1. Use Adobe's DNG converter to create local DNGs in RAW_Pictures/ straight from the SD card.
2. Delete the original PEFs from the SD card and put it back in the camera or backpack. (I always seem to forget this step...)
3. Use dpMagic and/or Photoshop to select the images worth saving. Any others get deleted immediately or get 'trashed' via dpMagic (really just a renaming) to be cleaned up if disk space is low.
4. For each remaining image:
* Open in Photoshop CS and convert from RAW diddling exposure, white balance and lens settings as needed.
* If needed, apply a Unsharp Mask at 20%, 100-200 pixels, 0 Threshold to add a bit of large-scale dynamic range.
* Standard sharpening via Unsharp Mask at 80-150%, 1.5-2.5 pixels, 5-7 Threshold.
* Any other manipulations.
* Convert to sRGB color space.
* Move to 8-bit color.
* Finally, save the final version with 'File->Save as...' (not the 'for web' choice) a JPEG using 'withMetadata.iros' settings (custom settings saved from within ImageReady to preserve EXIF data).
* Name the new JPEG as Pictures/Category/DescriptiveName_P0001.jpg."
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
Friday, February 18, 2005
Monday, February 14, 2005
Zippo 1970 Michigan Boiler and Engine Company
Michigan Boiler
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
http://vintagelighters.com 1970 Michigan Boiler and Engine Company
Zippo 1970 Michigan Boiler and Engine Company Quantity in Basket: none
Code: ZB896
Price:$65.00
Available for purchase
Quantity:
Zippo 1970 Michigan Boiler and Engine Company unused near mint in box very minor pitting
Friday, February 11, 2005
Google Maps
maps_res_logo
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
http://maps.google.com/Try this it works pretty good!
Thursday, February 10, 2005
Tuesday, February 08, 2005
Crazy Photo's
Caught ya!
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
Check out my crazy photo's at http://www.pbase.com/ooee/normthephotoguy
Monday, February 07, 2005
Firefox-Rediscover the web
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
Firefox click here
The wait is over. Firefox 1.0 empowers you to browse faster, more safely and more efficiently than with any other browser. Join more than 20 million others and make the switch today — Firefox imports your Favorites, settings and other information, so you have nothing to lose.
Sunday, February 06, 2005
2004 Official Fantasy Fest DVD.
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Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
http://www.fantasyfestvideo2004.comTalmadge Studio is proud to present the 2004 Official Fantasy Fest DVD.
Come experience the hilarious, delirious, dreamy screamy Fantasy Fest in Key West, Florida. A 10-day tropical Mardi Gras which packs 75,000 wild partiers into a 2 x 4 mile island!
Join hostess Traci Bingham as she tours the wildest party in the world! Come along as we take you behind the scenes at all the major events, witness the crazy street action, see body painting, beads galore and more.
Duval street is ground zero as thousands of costumed revelers party every night, all in the steamy tropical heat that only Key West can produce.
Get a ring side seat to the most outrageous parade in the world. Sneak a peak by viewing the trailer of the Fantasy Fest Video then purchase you copy today!
Fantasy Fest can not be described, it can only be experienced. For a visual treat be sure and stop by our 2004 Fantasy Fest picture gallery!
Tuesday, February 01, 2005
Stripmail Home Page
Stripmail Home Page: "Changes the text's right margin, by indenting."
StripMail is a FREEWARE utility that:
Configures forwarded e-mail messages, making them easier-to-read.
* Strips the characters ">" and "|" from forwarded e-mails.
* Formats the text into paragraphs, making it easier to read.
* Changes the text's right margin, by indenting.
* Can be used with any e-mail client.
StripMail is a FREEWARE utility that:
Configures forwarded e-mail messages, making them easier-to-read.
* Strips the characters ">" and "|" from forwarded e-mails.
* Formats the text into paragraphs, making it easier to read.
* Changes the text's right margin, by indenting.
* Can be used with any e-mail client.
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Detroit River (Bar Point Shoal) Lighthouse
detroitriverlight
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
History of Detroit river lighthouse http://lighthouse.boatnerd.com/gallery/Detroit/detroitriverlight.htm
Saturday, January 29, 2005
Top Digital Camera Newbie Mistakes to Avoid
Top Digital Camera Newbie Mistakes to Avoid: "Top 7 Digital Camera Newbie Mistakes to Avoid"
PhotographyBLOG -:- Photography News, Reviews, Articles, Gallery, Forums, Film and Digital
PhotographyBLOG -:- Photography News, Reviews, Articles, Gallery, Forums, Film and Digital: "10 Tips to Enjoy Digital Photography
Wind-Up Labs Press Release
So you have a new digital camera. Now what? Tips to enjoy digital photography and safeguard holiday memories
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 30, 2004--An estimated 10 million digital cameras were sold nationwide this holiday season and experts agree new camera owners will take hundreds of photos each in the first weeks. Yet most consumers have no idea how to manage, properly save or get the most enjoyment out of these photos. Here are tips to organize and share digital photos from Wind-Up Labs, maker of HeyPix!, a new digital photo organizer and sharing service.
10 Tips to Enjoy Digital Photography
1. Think of your new purchase as more than a camera. Think beyond simply taking and printing photos.
2. When taking photos, keep elbows close to your body for stability, and pre-focus the camera by pressing the button halfway down
before taking the shot to avoid the second or so of shutter lag time.
Read the Full Story"
Wind-Up Labs Press Release
So you have a new digital camera. Now what? Tips to enjoy digital photography and safeguard holiday memories
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 30, 2004--An estimated 10 million digital cameras were sold nationwide this holiday season and experts agree new camera owners will take hundreds of photos each in the first weeks. Yet most consumers have no idea how to manage, properly save or get the most enjoyment out of these photos. Here are tips to organize and share digital photos from Wind-Up Labs, maker of HeyPix!, a new digital photo organizer and sharing service.
10 Tips to Enjoy Digital Photography
1. Think of your new purchase as more than a camera. Think beyond simply taking and printing photos.
2. When taking photos, keep elbows close to your body for stability, and pre-focus the camera by pressing the button halfway down
before taking the shot to avoid the second or so of shutter lag time.
Read the Full Story"
Wednesday, January 26, 2005
tokyo gcans
tokyo gcans
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
These captivating photos are indeed of Tokyo’s G-Cans Project-- an underground water draining system to help prevent the overflow of major waterways during the wet typhoon season. Just seeing the sheer size and design of this construction through these photos, which almost look illustrated, is amazing. I can only imagine what construction and upkeep of such an immense and interesting system like this must be like. It's also a free tourist attraction, presumably only during the dry season
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