This is the moment that I've been waiting for... I hope.
You see, I have some skills, hobbies, and talents to work with, but I mostly have to use what I've got. For instance, this is how I simulate a zoom effect with a camera when I'm photographing something like a Water Moccasin.
Sure, it might not be the safest, but, I've got to use what I've got. I take my posts seriously and enjoy sharing them with all of you, so I try to put out a "high quality" post when I post, which includes my own original images.
There is still room for improvement, but I've been getting better. This is why I've decided to start the new year off right and really invest in a better camera. Hopefully, you will soon be able to see an improvement in my images.
IMPROVING AND PROGRESSING
Before steemit, I didn't really have an outlet for my hobbies, talents, or creativity. I can't even begin to tell you how much of a blessing it has been. Moreover, it inspires greatness, or at least it inspires to shoot for greatness.
I do not simply want to make a post, I want to make a captivating, impressive post. I do not just want to take a photo, I want to share an incredible image. I don't just want to exist, I want to live.
This is why I am so thankful for steemit. It encourages us to work harder, to learn and apply, to improve, and to help others do the same. I do not know what this year will hold for us, but I am excited to be here, and I'll be continously trying to progress in my capabilities and refine my skills. Be blessed!
As always, I'm @papa-pepper and here's the proof:
proof-of-new-camera
Until next time…
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I did the same thing in the middle of the selfie contest. Got a T5i. The contest helped me start learning what the camera is capable of and the subjects let me explore its boundries.
I’ve had the canon eos 1300d for a few months now and think it’s a great camera, it’s my first proper camera so there’s been lots to learn but it’s been fun doing so I hope you enjoy it as much as me . My latest photos with my camera are of a blue tit looking for a place to roost if you find the time you may like them. Thanks mike
Congratulations on your new camera... Pictures are looking awesome now...
I hope that they will! Thanks!
Congrats on your new gear man! My first digital SLR was a Rebel. They are very capable cameras.Keep at it and you'll only get better. I hope to start posting more of my tips and tricks soon on Steemit so please follow me! I've been shooting for over 10 years professionally and I want to share my experience on Steemit. Seems like a great supportive community!!! Keep on going with your creative outlet!
Cool, glad to hear and welcome to Steemit.
Congratulations papa-pepper on your new camera. When on your adventures l would take your phone with you still you can never have to many cameras. Enjoy the photographs and the time outdoors.
Very nice! I have the T3i. Even though I have it I normally only have my phone on me anyway lol. You're going to have a lot of fun with it I'm sure.
NOW that is one improvement!
Imagine the pics and images you can take now!
P.S. Don't break it or drop on your first BIG picture-taking adventure!
I'll try not to break it!
many many congratulations for your camera specially on new year and also your shots from it awesome and best spacially that snake open mouth photo is your good and professionall photography wish u more best with your new canon @papa-pepper
I can't wait to go find some creature somewhere to photograph!
That's Good Choice i have also this camera ;) Congrats!..
Sweet! I'm sure you've looked around already, but there's a really good course on Lynda.com you might want to check out: https://www.lynda.com/Photography-Night-Low-Light-tutorials/Introduction-Photography/376379-2.html
Ben Long is a great guy, and an awesome teacher.
Enjoy the journey!
Nice and amazing
Congratulations for your new camera and may the universe bless you in surprising and joyful ways. Happy New Year, @papa-pepper
Congrats! Looking forward to new images!
Very nice Camera. I have one of these and have shot commercial video for clients with it. You can get some very very nice results with it for photos and video. Congrats :) Looking forward to some nice images. Let me know if you need a hand with it.
Wow! Thanks for the offer! Thank you so much! I'll let you know!
My pleasure
Wow beautiful camera
new camera @papa-pepper
Thank you. This photo shared this photo is very beautiful. This is an awesome photo, and the camera is very good. And you're really a good photographer.
We think alike. Been wanting to get a reflex camera, but so many out there makes it hard to choose.
Congratulations dear friend @ papa-pepper for this new acquisition, one of this is in my plans, I hope I can buy it in a few months.
This is a great camera, I believe without fear of being wrong is one of the best.
I wish you a happy year dear friend
I have a Canon EOS Rebel T3 and it's not half bad! They're good cameras, can't wait to see some of the photos you take with it!
Cool, thanks! Also, I have Barry in my possession now, just working on putting some stuff together!
Awesome! I can't wait!
Congratulations, Those are awesome shots. Hope to see great photos of the nature.
congrats for your new camera..someday i too will buy one..your posts encourage me to follow my dreams..as you said steem has motivated us to enjoy our lives while making money :)
Ohhhhhh so jelly! Enjoy 🤗
Excellent gift to start the year friend @papa-pepper. A camera is extremely important in this world where we want to capture every moment. Best regards
congrats @papapepper you deserve to have that camera for your hobbies.
That's a beautiful camera! Im thinking of getting a new lens as well..
I'm right behind you! I tend to work on my posts until they are just right. Moving on up from a phone camera to a DSLR is one of my goals for 2018. Did you stay with the kit lens?
A DSLR is definitely not as convenient. However, it is far and above in photographic use. Glad you invested in the thing that you are doing and is making you a ROI.
I humbly disagree. A DSLR is as convenient as you make it. I use my camera bag as my purse so I have my kit with me at all times and can easily grab my camera to get a shot.
nice camera friend, how much his friend
Nice camera! It is nice to see more on a picture than even the eye would see. Lots of fun with it, and that we may see a lot of good pictures coming.
that's really nice man, enjoy it!!
nice camera friend. international quality. how much do you buy ... ??
I might have paid too much... hopefully it'll be worth it!
this can wake you up
Nice job bother @papa-pepper.
Please be careful with that snake before it attacks you. Lol.
But I love your job. Keep it up. All the best.
I'll try to be careful!
I envy you sir 😥😄 @papa-pepper I so need a camera right now. Congrats sir
If my old one still worked, I'd gift it to you!
Awww....thanks kind sir
Congratulation! I hope u can get many good picture by using a new camera.
Fantastic. Enjoy the new camera. DSLRs capture so much more depth of field than a point-and-shoot. Blessings to you in 2018!
Hoping for more success to you sir.
Cool! @papa-pepper. I can see you work hard to inspire and help more people. Thank you.
Oof! I think I’ve seen too many snakes today already. Can’t wait to see the difference in your pictures!
LOL - You'll probably also see different snakes...
New year, new camara, new picture more fun. Wish you all the best for the new year.
Thank you, may you be blessed this year as well!
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That is an incredible shot of the snake! I bet if you showed that to your health insurance company they would let you deduct that camera as safety equipment... lol!
Yeah, cameras can make great shields!
That camera must be a powerful one...
Congratulations on your new acquire...
Sick! That's a nice one. Too bad you won't feel as connected to your subjects because you'll be farther away using zoom. There's just something that really courses through your veins when you get up close to a snake like that. What's it called? Venom? :D
Good point, I'll miss them. This snake was a Water Moccasin, AKA Cottonmouth. They are venomous.
Just my two cents, but photographing animals should have some disconnect....they should be in their environment without the photographer interfering. Therefore, we, as photographers, should be a quiet, unobtrusive, observer.
I was being facetious. I wouldn't want to get that close to a venomous snake as there could be negative consequences. i.e. death. ;)
Lol, I'm terrified of snakes!
While I understand that point of view, staging a shot can be a lot of fun, and it can still look natural. Thanks!
Staged shots can be amazing. I just tend to not want to stress out the animals....especially the ones that have the potential to be fatal.
Old rebel gets new rebel!
Nice camera
LOL! True that!
papa about to bring the heat. nice new camera feeling! expecting some uber crispy shots from you in the new year! :)
I hope that they will be crisp! Thanks @teamhumble!
Congrats @papa-pepper. For sure that camera will take you to life we're you want to.. and of course will surely bring good shots that may inspire us here. More blessing for a guy who loves to share his blessing. God bless..
Thank you for the precious comment! Be blessed!
Your welcome and thank you also.
Wow! This is cool already for me, maybe because I'm not a camera person, but that snake looked so big after you zoomed it...
I need a real camera the one on my phone sucks. I want to get a tripod and start doing long exposure pics