Topic: Let's talk Canon digital SLRs...

[MattD]

backatcha buddy.  Fireworks shots are fun

Here is the shot that I was discussing in the PM.  I'm going to approach a few of those home owners to see if they would be interested in purchasing a print.  A couple of those places are million dollar homes, so they would probably be interested in a $75-$100 large print to have matted & framed.

A really good matte + frame job for an 8x10 can easily run that much. I've spent $300 on those before. The results were as jaw-dropping as the images themselves.

[cgrooves]

backatcha buddy.  Fireworks shots are fun

Here is the shot that I was discussing in the PM.  I'm going to approach a few of those home owners to see if they would be interested in purchasing a print.  A couple of those places are million dollar homes, so they would probably be interested in a $75-$100 large print to have matted & framed.

A really good matte + frame job for an 8x10 can easily run that much. I've spent $300 on those before. The results were as jaw-dropping as the images themselves.

I plan on attempting to sell a few of the prints themselves.  There are too many unknown variables (i.e. wall colors, personal tastes in frame styles/finishes, etc.) for me to attempt to have them matted & framed prior to approaching potential buyers, and I'm not really interested in doing it at a mark-up after I have received their input.

[bluntforcetrauma]

What print companies does everyone use?

And what is the process is doing so?

do you if you wanted to is touch up the photo before bringing it to a print company?

Also in what format do you bring it to a print company?

the reason i as is that i have used my own printer but that is really not the most economical,

So i do not know the first thing to ordering my own prints?

[cgrooves]

What print companies does everyone use?

And what is the process is doing so?

do you if you wanted to is touch up the photo before bringing it to a print company?

Also in what format do you bring it to a print company?

the reason i as is that i have used my own printer but that is really not the most economical,

So i do not know the first thing to ordering my own prints?

http://taperssection.com/index.php/topic,101315.0.html

I just used MPix for some important wedding shots, and was very pleased.  I uploaded the files to their site late Tuesday evening and had the package on my door step yesterday evening (1 day fedex).  I also ordered a couple of 12"x18" prints that were pretty stunning.  Just for kicks, I have ordered a couple of the same 12"x18" prints from wal-marts online lab so I can compare the quality between the two. 

To answer your specific questions:  I uploaded the full size jpeg images to MPix's website and made the print size & quantity selections.  I did get the 'color correction' offered, but I didn't do any post editing (other than cropping).  If you do any post editing, just upload the finished product and don't select 'color correction' (color correction is only offered for certain size prints, BTW).  You can also crop photos using their software once you have them uploaded if you choose to do so.

[eric.B]

What print companies does everyone use?

And what is the process is doing so?

do you if you wanted to is touch up the photo before bringing it to a print company?

Also in what format do you bring it to a print company?

the reason i as is that i have used my own printer but that is really not the most economical,

So i do not know the first thing to ordering my own prints?

http://taperssection.com/index.php/topic,101315.0.html

I just used MPix for some important wedding shots, and was very pleased.  I uploaded the files to their site late Tuesday evening and had the package on my door step yesterday evening (1 day fedex).  I also ordered a couple of 12"x18" prints that were pretty stunning.  Just for kicks, I have ordered a couple of the same 12"x18" prints from wal-marts online lab so I can compare the quality between the two. 

To answer your specific questions:  I uploaded the full size jpeg images to MPix's website and made the print size & quantity selections.  I did get the 'color correction' offered, but I didn't do any post editing (other than cropping).  If you do any post editing, just upload the finished product and don't select 'color correction' (color correction is only offered for certain size prints, BTW).  You can also crop photos using their software once you have them uploaded if you choose to do so.

I havent priced out printing services.. so I dont know if MPix is reasonable compared to others.. but for those who dont want to look into it.. here is MPix pricing..

[cgrooves]

I havent priced out printing services.. so I dont know if MPix is reasonable compared to others.. but for those who dont want to look into it.. here is MPix pricing..

Just to add: 
3.5"x5, 4"x5" & 4"x6" prints can be purchased for .19/each if you don't want the color correction feature.

[stirinthesauce]

shane, 95% of what I sale is already framed and matted.  I take a simple approach and the feedback has always been positive.  Simple white matte, black wooden frame.  It bumps my return way up.  Keeps the hassle down for the buyer.  If they want a print without a frame, I will order for them.  It happens, but rarely. 

Secret ts scoop, dollar general has black frames with white matte (8x10) with glass for $6.  Wall Mart has white shadow matte (11x14) with 14 x 16 black frames for just under $20.  They look great and I have gotten fantastic compliments from the galleries and the customers.  Shhhhhhhh, don't tell anyone 

[bluntforcetrauma]

Are they mostly B&W photos in those frames you sell?

[stirinthesauce]

Are they mostly B&W photos in those frames you sell?

nope.  about half color, half b&w

[divamum]

Wow - haven't stopped by in forever and here's my thread  running off the board!  It's the little things in life...

As an update to my own digicam situation:  LOVE LOVE LOVE my Rebel xt. Yes, I want to upgrade at some point (40d would be nice,  thankyousomuch) and I've been
gradually adding new glass so I now have:

XT
28-105 USM
50 1.8 (gotta love that little guy!)
70-200 EF (my old zoom, but still good if you've got plenty of light and/or a tripod)

and today thanks to Adorama's AWESOME shipping which turned up 3 days earlier than expected:

ef-s 55-250 IS.

No samples yet - once I get out there and shoot some decent stuff, I"ll post if anybody's interested, since this lens is fairly new  on the scene.  But folks,  I'm here to tell you that the positive reviews on that baby are the ones to believe - sharp, sharp, sharp and the IS seems to work nicely.  AF hunts a little if there isn't oodles of light (but it's a slowish lens, so to be expected) but it's lightweight, has a great reach and the test snaps I took were ridiculously good.   (And now y'all know why I'm selling my CMC8's.... gotta pay for this stuff somehow!).  If you've been considering  it, it's worth it IMO!

[bluntforcetrauma]

anyone use protection filters for their " L" series lenses?

and if so, please point me in the right direction> 

please advise

[MattD]

I always keep a UV filter on my lenses. I like the B&W and Hoya brands.

[eric.B]

Took a trip through the Safari at Great Adventure last weekend with my two nephews.. 

Kingda Ka roller coaster..   Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson, NJ

the Canon 10-22mm EFS



the Canon 100mm F/2

[bluntforcetrauma]

I always keep a UV filter on my lenses. I like the B&W and Hoya brands.

thank you

[jdawg]

anyone use protection filters for their " L" series lenses?

and if so, please point me in the right direction> 

please advise

You'll find plenty of debate on this elsewhere. Seems kind of split from what I've seen. I don't use filters on any my lenses. Why degrade performance with yet another layer of glass when you've already shelled out for an L-series lens?  I do like to keep the hoods on for protection whenever possible.