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    The Photography Thread

    in The General Nonsense Forum

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    6 hours ago, Derry Alli said:

    Absolutely love these. The one of the old boy with the fag sat looking at you is a belter. 

    Do you ask their permission to publish or is it just a case if free reign as their on public land?

    I'm thinking about getting into photography. This would be the route I'd go down. (I've thought about it for years but just never bit the bullet and done it).

    Too kind sir.

    If they see me trying to take a pic then I politely ask if it's ok. That's just good manners. If they are oblivious, then I just take the shot. The oblivious ones tend to work better as more natural I guess. Ideally, you don't want them staring at the camera and smiling but sometimes that just works fine.

    If it's something you're interested in then just do it. Never a dull moment and lots to learn.

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    The Photography Thread

    in The General Nonsense Forum

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    11 minutes ago, philpy said:

    Sorry for clogging up the thread, but I love these little buggers.

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    Same location?

    I was walking the dog in Riverside Park (Glenrothes) a few weeks back and a Kingfisher was literally 5 feet in front of me. Couldn't believe it.

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    The Photography Thread

    in The General Nonsense Forum

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    13 hours ago, Mackie The Staggie said:

    So since I started I've shot sports, and sports only. 

    This year I promise I will get into landscape and will finish the year with at least 2 images I'm happy to print....the only thing is I have no idea what I'm doing. (as seen in the below pics).

    Anyone have any books/YouTube Vids that they would recomend?

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    The bottom one with the tree isn't a bad effort to be honest. You've slowed the shutter speed down so got that smokey effect on the water. Composition is quite good too. Once you get going you'll understand how to use ND filters to really maximise the water effect. Do you shoot in an auto programme or use manual? Manual is the way to go so you'll need to understand the exposure triangle (ISO, shutter speed and aperture). Once you've got your head around that (and it's not difficult) you're well on your way. Also, always shoot in RAW and not Jpg as this will give you so much more versatility when editing your images in Lightroom or Photoshop.

    For landscape I'd also recommend a full frame camera and lens although not essential when starting out. I use a 20mm prime and a 24-70mm for most of my landscape stuff. I'd also recommend a good sturdy tri-pod and a cable release. You're trying to minimise movement to get the sharpest of images.

    You'll learn loads from watching YouTube videos (if you can put up with all the fecking adverts)and guys I'd recommend following are: 

    1) Hendry Turner (keeps it simple and a really likeable guy)

    2) Thomas Heaton

    3) Nigel Danson

    There are loads to be honest. Just Google learn landscape photography. Everyone has their own style and you'll learn loads no matter who you follow.

    I started off doing wildlife and that can be frustrating so moved over to landscape which is equally frustrating. I'm now dabbling in street photography which is interesting but equally frustrating. 🫤 All very enjoyable though and every day is a school day.

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    There was a coo

    in Lowland League

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    40 minutes ago, Only coo in the village said:

    If it wasn’t so pathetic it would indeed  be hilarious. Coming  on to a Cowden thread preaching about integrity and transparency while you support Dunfermline. We’ve never spent above our means to cheat, ripped off local suppliers and then been forced to give them a pittance of what was actually owed to them when being placed into administration. You’ve been grinding your sad little axe on our thread for years. Go and find a new hobby. Nobody gives a shit about what you think. 

    You tell em pal👍

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    Derek Adams interview

    in Scottish Premiership General Chatter

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    2 hours ago, on the bonnie bonnie banks said:

     I listened to what Adam's said and you know what, he's completely correct about the difference in standard between the English game and what you've become accustomed to north of the border and Yes,the current Morecambe side that Derek put together and left, would give atleast half of your SPL a good game.

    All this talk of the Old firm joining the premier league would be a complete non starter, because neither of them would be competitive there, they'd get battered every other week.

    Maybe the championship at best and many sides in that league would be a tough challenge for them

    There are bigger clubs in our non league than Ross county and co,

    In fairness to Adam's, he's been there, done it and seen both sides, something those 3 having a go at him haven't.

    I hope he gets a response and his player's up their game, for he'd know if they weren't pulling their weight and if not, they usually end up out of the team.

    Fair play to the guy for his honesty, I much prefer someone who says it as it is!

     

     

     

    This. ⬆️

    He more or less said Scottish Football is dog muck and he's spot on.

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    The East Fife Thread

    in Scottish League 2 General Chatter

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    2 hours ago, sammytroot said:

    My view is that there needs to be a root and branch clear out at certainly ownership and BoD levels,to try and reverse the downward decline in the club's fortunes.

    As things stand at the moment, the current BoD are to announce a loss of £53 k for the year to 31 May 2023.The BoD are also seeking re-election at this meeting. There is therefore no imminent change of direction at this level.

    My view is that the senior board members are culpable of not reaching out to the wider Levenmouth public and selling the EF brand within the community.A phrase I have used for years and which was relayed by a Board Member to me several years ago."They Ken whaur we are".

    The efforts of Fifers For The Community, East Fife Community Club,EFTV and the EF Commercial team just show what can be achieved when reaching out to both fans and the wider community.

    At ownership level, it does appear that there is to be a fans buyout. The current owner appears to want to sell while there does not appear to be a buyout proposal from the BoD.

    There are many fans that I know who wish to effect a buyout by making monthly contributions to make this happen.Unfortunately there appears to be a lack of information from the EF Supporters Society which would encourage such supporters to actually commence making these payments. Over to you EF Supporters Society.

    The current BOD deserve great credit in saving the club several years ago. Unfortunately that was then.

    At managerial level,I can understand the opinion of some fans who wish Dick Campbell and Pink to be appointed.But John Young and Rab Douglas as a package.?

    The next 2 home games will determine Greigs future.

    A good post. I'm not sure what the answer is but it's obvious things need to change and change quickly. The way the club has regressed over the past few seasons is very sad. The club are hovering above the lowland league zone and on current form it's only a matter of time. Maybe that's the angle.

    Personally, I think the board are stale and devoid of ideas on how to change things for the better. I'm sure the good intent is there but the experience to see it through isn't. Two poor managerial appointments later and here we are. £18 entry fee is clutching at straws and not sure what they hoped to achieve apart from pissing people off and becoming a laughing stock. They've succeeded.

    It's obvious people aren't happy so they need to vote with their feet rather that walk through the turnstile. Maybe then, the message will get through.

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    The East Fife Thread

    in Scottish League 2 General Chatter

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    26 minutes ago, Darkness78 said:

    Crawford was the wrong appointment. Macdonald was the wrong appointment. If McCall can turn Clyde around we are on serious trouble.

    The Campbell brothers would be a great appointment at this time.

    3rd time lucky.

    I'd be delighted to see DC at East Fife.  Not convinced it will happen but with this board...who knows.

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    The East Fife Thread

    in Scottish League 2 General Chatter

    Posted

    2 hours ago, Another The Other Chairman said:

    Posted a £60K loss last season. Crowds down this season, cup income peanuts. Probably just about manage an extra £1K a week for the Campbells and splash out an extra £1k on quality players.

    We could do a Trump, inflate the value of our assets (allegedly)and secure significant loans.

     

     

     

    I'm not sure if you're defending the current situation or even making a point tbh.

     

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