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lisadb
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09/12/2007 22:19
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Module 8 discussion
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Anyone fancy having their photo taken? - I need a model. : Perhaps I can get a friend on Christmas Day when they've nodded off after dinner!   Lisa.
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Carole
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09/12/2007 23:02
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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oh no, she's off again - how are you on module 8?! will you just wait for the rest of us, plu-eeeeease 
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lisadb
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09/12/2007 23:12
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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will you just wait for the rest of us, plu-eeeeease
No chance of that Carole, she can see the light at the end of the tunnel and is off running...!
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LesR
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16/12/2007 09:35
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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The light in the tunnel is the postmans torch when he brings the next set of modules for the next course.
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lisadb
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17/12/2007 09:41
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Yes - I was just looking at the requirements for mod 9 yesterday. They seem to want us to do quite a few photos. On holiday today, so just might see how to get to Heage Windmill on the way back to Staffs this pm. Lisa.
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lisadb
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31/12/2007 18:41
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Well my brain's gone. Just been looking through the photos I've taken so far for mod 8 part A. 3 images, 5 shots of each at the different settings of in camera sharpening. Looking through each set and scratching my head I'm thinking 'they all look the same! I can't see any difference between the low setting or the high setting for sharpening' Scratching my head must of caused some static build up as a little light bulb goes off and I realise I'm looking at RAW files. Doh!!  Lisa.
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I have less work than you, Lisa, for part A. My camera has only 3 levels of sharpening so just 9 in total! 
For pat B we're asked to "re-shoot" images we took for mod 1. Do we have to re-shoot exactly the same scene as before or can we just shoot different scenes but stick to the same theme?
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LesR
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30/01/2008 10:31
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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For pat B we're asked to "re-shoot" images we took for mod 1. Do we have to re-shoot exactly the same scene as before or can we just shoot different scenes but stick to the same theme?
 I hope not!! one of mine was a flood.
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lisadb
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30/01/2008 11:11
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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I took it to mean the same theme Chris. Otherwise I'm going to have to track down a chap in the Sealed Knot. Lisa.
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Carole
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30/01/2008 12:36
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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I've just reread this (having been shocked that Les was on module 8 already!). That's quite a major task to go back to the pics for module 1 (I had read it as reshoot part A of mod 8 - so much for my speed reading!!). I'd have to go back to where we went on holiday at that time, mind you it was a great holiday, so I wouldn't complain too much Not sure Mr Carole would totally buy it though .
Ugh, just remembered that I was up at the crack of dawn (literally) for one of mine - I had to get up to get milk for the little one at that time, so forced myself to stay up and take the sunrise shots, (and I'm glad I did), but that's going to be really tough now
Mind you, I'm some way off mod 8 at the moment - I haven't done anything for this course since early December ..... long (and boring!) story, but that's why I haven't been on the forum recently - been lurking, but nothing to contribute as mind has been elsewhere. Hoping to get restarted again this week (and sounds like I'd better get in training for getting up early in a few months' time for that recreation of my mod 1 pics!!!!). Despite it sounding like a tough assignment, it sounds like it will be really interesting - see how far we've come in that time (............ or not??!?!?!?!)
Carole
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LesR
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31/01/2008 11:01
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Hi Carole
You frightened the life out of me, I thought I had been doing the modules in my sleep instead of just dreaming about them. No, I am nowhere near module 8. Working on mod 3, still not posted mod 2 as I want to redo it as next month as I am treating myself to a new DSLR and will need to do the grey card test over anyway.
Just happens that my old SLR was in this weeks issue of AP. How spooky It shows that I dont follow the trends, its 30 years old this year. Wish I was 
Les
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matts3
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03/02/2008 23:04
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Don't worry Carol you're not the only one bringing up the rear I'm still working my way through module 6.
Looking forward to module 7 and 8 and have been tinkering with these as I work through Module 6!
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lisadb
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14/02/2008 23:50
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Yipeeee!!! just finished mod 8, put it in the envelope and put Elliot's name on it. It can go in the post on Saturday. Phew that took a bit longer than I thought it would. Just in time though - I'm off to Northumberland for the last week in Feb, so if weather reasonable should get some shots for mod 9 b&w. Lisa.
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Well done Lisa 
I'm not too far behind with half of part B and part C to do!
Still waiting to get my USB pen drive back from the SPI with mod 6  . I have mod 7 done and waiting to go too!
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lisadb
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15/02/2008 00:32
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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That's good Chris. Hopefully you'll get mod 6 back soon, send 7 off straight away and 8 will be ready when 7 comes back! You could always have a burst of activity and send 7 and 8 off together - Angela wouldn't be expecting that! Lisa.
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You could always have a burst of activity and send 7 and 8 off together
That's the plan
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Ah yes but what if Angela gives you a really great bit of advice in her Module 7 report that you could use to up your marks in Module 8? Or what if you had a question on the report for Module 7 that you wanted to include with your Module 8 submission?
Someone actually sent all their modules in one submission once - bit of a shame as they never got the chance to develop over the course.
I'd go with one at a time.
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lisadb
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16/02/2008 12:33
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Spoil sport! LDB
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lisadb
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18/02/2008 19:59
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Hi,
I've put my Mod 8 photos on my Flickr site if anyone wants to have a look. Lisa.
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GDN
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18/02/2008 21:15
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Great set of images there Lisa. Well done.
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Azzi
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19/02/2008 13:22
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Hi Lisa,
Ive just looked at you`re Flickr images - I have to say that you have progressed so much since starting the course! Believe it or not, one of my favourite is the one of Kingdom hall - Blaenau Festiniog, I love that style of image which makes you look arround and think a bit.
I`ve been playing arround with an old film camera, do you know I`ve learned so much using it! You have to think just a little bit more before taking a shot...
All the best.
Chris
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Another great set Lisa I have to say I agree with Chris, you are Really producing some excellent work for this course, well done
I've just sent mod 7 in for marking and have agreed an extension to my finish date with Elliot so I don't have to rush the last few modules
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lisadb
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19/02/2008 18:41
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Thanks Chris, APChris & GDN. I agree - I think I'm getting better! It's set me to thinking though, there's some other things that have happened as well. My mod 1 pics are really bright and over saturated but that was because I had all the in-camera settings on high. But then again they seem, to me at least, to be more vital and spontaneous. I think I'm stuck in a photographic rut as at the moment I only seem to take photos for the course and not just for pleasure anymore, as I haven't the time to do both. Also, I think I ought to take more photos with people/movement in as I really like 'Sunday in the Park' but have always be frightened of people's reaction, so have stuck to landscapes and still-life/macro as I haven't any family to bully into posing.
I've got till end of Aug really to finish this course. Mod 9 should be mostly done by April, leaving at least 4 months for mod 10. So, when I've finished I think I might have a break for a few months and not start a new course till 2009.
When has you finish date been extended to Chris?
Lisa.
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When has you finish date been extended to Chris?
End of August too
I'm trying not to concentrate on just course pics but do keep the requirements for the module I'm working on in mind when I'm out with the camera so at the moment everything I'm shooting is done at least 3 times (whenever possible) with soft/normal/hard sharpening! I have a folder full of them now that rivals the white balance one for megabytes!
I'm a bit shy of taking pics of people too but I had a go today in Sheffield to get a shot for the monthly comp. No-one bothered me though I did get a few strange looks.
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lisadb
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20/02/2008 00:12
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Oh no - not the end of Aug as well! At least I haven't got to worry about beating you with my stuff to Ben any more. He would probably have had a breakdown if two mod 10s had landed on his desk at the same time!
I've had some good conversations with folks at NT properties about photography and they've been very interested in what I've been doing. A wide angle lens helps as it's not pointing straight at 'em and they don't realise they're in the pic.
What are you going to be doing for your project Chris? Lisa.
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Not really sure yet and I haven't given it much thought but I do have a germ of an idea. It requires the co-operation of Mrs APchris  and I'd need to set up some kind of home studio and get rid of the kids for a few hours (not difficult as they have such hectic social lives these days!)
On the other hand I may opt for something simpler. I need to look at what others have done for inspiration.
What about you?
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tal
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22/02/2008 20:23
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Cor, Chris, that sounds a bit exciting! Are you thinking of trying to get everything done in one go? I couldn't decide whether it should be a longer, more spread out thing (as in different weather, lighting, subjects etc but on a theme) or if the theme should be a particular type of photogrpahy, say macro or landscape... in which case, it might be easier but could be seen as a bit fomulaic? But what have you got in mind for poor MrsAPChris? Have we to send the course Prozac to her? Do tell!
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Hi tal, I suppose getting it all done in one go depends on the choice of subject, as you say, 'weather' would have to be done over a period of time. My idea is probably best tackled in one go as persuading Mrs APchris to sit for second and subsequent sessions because I didn't get the right shots first time round might be difficult. Having said that though, if it needs more sessions to get the right shots than I'll just have to be very persuasive!
I want to do a study of the human form in the 'Fine art nude' style. Mrs APchris has agreed to pictures in this style before and I entered this one in the forum competition back in 2006 so she might be persuaded again!
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tal
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26/02/2008 00:06
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That's a lovely shot, Chris! Lucky you, having such a good model 'on hand' as it were... you're going to owe her quite a few brownie points though...!
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lisadb
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26/02/2008 18:04
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Blimey!! Lisa.
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lisadb
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17/03/2008 11:06
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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I got mod 8 back from Barney at the end of last week (I think that's another record Chris - their targets for 2008 must be more "stretching" ). Anyway, I've done OK but he thinks I was a bit heavy handed with the portrait sharpening. So, watch out for any 'tinsel' on your portraits. Lisa.
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The last couple of modules I've got back arrived in a Royal Mail special delivery plastic envelope with a huge size 7 (19" X 13") padded packet inside that had the original A5 padded envelope I sent my work to them in it containing my pen drive!
A bit of overkill, but I guess there must be a good reason for it! How has your your pen drive been returned?
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lisadb
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17/03/2008 21:13
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Oh, you should know me by now Chris! I send back the big padded envelope with my A4 folder with absolutely reams of waffle printed out of A4 paper, and my pen drive in yet another envelope inside. I'm surprised Barney managed to plough his way through it all so quickly. Lisa.
PS And that's what I get back - in a nice Royal Mail Special Delivery plastic envelope of course.
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...A4 folder with absolutely reams of waffle printed out of A4 paper, and my pen drive in yet another envelope inside.
Maybe thats why Ben Vanished! ...too heavy a workload when your submission arrived Hope Barney can cope
All my waffle goes in a word file on my pen drive - Ben used to print it out then return the pages to me for some reason? but Angela doesn't
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lisadb
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19/03/2008 00:17
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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I like to get them in a good mood to start with by having it all to hand - things might not go so far down hill from that point. LDB
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Finished mod 8 at long last!! It took quite a while to train my eye to 'see' the differences between each level of sharpening both in-camera and in software.
Still, off to the post office now then mod 9 is waiting. Looking forward to mod 9, I like B&W for some reason!!
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lisadb
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09/04/2008 11:01
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Well done Chris. You've certainly sprinted through mods 6, 7 and 8! Lisa.
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matts3
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10/04/2008 21:58
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Embarrassingly I'm still working through Module 6.
Its 50% completed but i seem to have lost my momentum and with 5 months to go before my time expires it's causing me quite a bit of concern!
All those who started at the end of 2006, how are you progressing?
Matt
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Carole
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11/04/2008 00:05
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Re: Module 8 discussion
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Hi Matt, I started Sept 06 (I think ). Stalled big time in the middle of Mod 5, but sent that off a couple of weeks ago, and I went straight into mod 6, which is nearly finished (though going on hol for a week so not going to be finished for another couple of weeks at best ). I'm hoping to get mod 7 done quite quickly after that as that doesn't look too onerous. So, basically at a similar point to you, but via a different route . When do your 2 years run out?
Carole
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Fozzy
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15/04/2008 12:41
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Slowly, I am also stuck on module 6
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Hi folks - back from Morocco and I've been busy, got my mod 8 pics up on Flickr already!
Best crack on with mod 9 whilst this boost in productivity lasts!!!
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lisadb
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21/04/2008 22:39
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Well done Chris. You'll soon have finished at this rate. Lisa.
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GDN
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21/04/2008 22:45
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Nice set there Chris. Well done.
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