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
Saturday, April 30, 2005
Sunday, April 24, 2005
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
dodgeit - free. receive-only. email. no set up. rss.
dodgeit - free. receive-only. email. no set up. rss.: "dodgeit - free. receive-only. email. no set up. rss.
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@dodgeit.com
blog | faq"
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
ProShow Gold this is the one I use!
ProShow Gold download and review: "ProShow Gold
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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Amazing Effects!
ProShow Gold allows you to add motion effects to your images and video. Zoom in to points of interest. Pan around on a panoramic image. You can even rotate a photo or video while the slide show is playing.
Play Shows on Your TV
Free your photos from the computer! Don't force friends and family to crowd around that tiny monitor to watch your show - play it on your TV! With ProShow Gold, you can create shows that can be output to your TV or PC. Take your memories to the living room with ProShow Gold!
Publish Streaming Web Shows on Your Website
Amaze your visitors with the highest quality online playback possible.
* Create streaming shows that play from within a web page
* Requires no additional server software or configuration
* Many configuration options for image scaling, protection and more"
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!
proshowgold proshowgold proshowgold
Amazing Effects!
ProShow Gold allows you to add motion effects to your images and video. Zoom in to points of interest. Pan around on a panoramic image. You can even rotate a photo or video while the slide show is playing.
Play Shows on Your TV
Free your photos from the computer! Don't force friends and family to crowd around that tiny monitor to watch your show - play it on your TV! With ProShow Gold, you can create shows that can be output to your TV or PC. Take your memories to the living room with ProShow Gold!
Publish Streaming Web Shows on Your Website
Amaze your visitors with the highest quality online playback possible.
* Create streaming shows that play from within a web page
* Requires no additional server software or configuration
* Many configuration options for image scaling, protection and more"
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
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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
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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.
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