23_dart
Originally uploaded by Normthephotoguy.
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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
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.
traci_wings_345
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
Tuesday, January 25, 2005
panoramas.dk - MARS Rover Virtual Reality Panoramic images - 360 degree QTVR Photos
panoramas.dk - MARS Rover Virtual Reality Panoramic images - 360 degree QTVR Photos: "First Fullscreen QTVR from Mars is now online The first 360 degree high resolution panoramic image from Mars MER was posted at NASA a couple of hours ago. As the first I have created a fullscreen QTVR from the image released by NASA"
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