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Hmmmm, judging from the posts so far, me thinks I fall far short of the greatness residing at this site.But, being one not to be too bashfull, I shall dive in with a cannonball.
Name: Sylvester Robbins
The Handle: Guess this is another one of those obvious ones. I finally decided on this one after being frustrated with all the mean people that took the ones I wanted use. ;)
Location: Nice little town of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky
Born: I was born in Somerset, Ky
Other places I have lived: Other than two years in Germany while in the Army, I have lived all my life in Kentucky. Louisville, Shepherdsville, and Somerset.
Like to retire: Hopefully I have a few years before that happens. When I do, probably somehwere out west.
Ethnicity: A true heinz 57 mongrel. English, Dutch, Irish, German, Wales, with some Cherokee and Shawnee thrown in for good measure.
Marriage/Family:
Depends on how you look at it and no. Have been with my partner/spouse (depending on how you want to look at it) for 10 years now.
Languages I speak:
Well, it would have to be a cross between slightly educated redneck and very little Spanish and German.
Education:
My weakness compared to others. Let's just say that I have enough knowledge to understand Ag, Theology, and Recreation without having a degree. I finally did go back to school a few years ago and now have AS in Computer Aided Architectural Drafting and Design.
Occupation:
I am currently a drafter for a company that manufactures steel truss buildings.
Religious affiliation:
Strictly non-denominational. Was raised Baptist, but finally got tired of all the hub-bub about who was right and who was wrong and I was a bad person for being who I am.
Political affiliation:
Hmmm... have been both Democrat and Republican, but do not consider myself either at this point in time. I think both of them need a major overhauling.
Other hobbies:
When I have the time for them; reading, crafts, bowling, hiking and the one that takes most of the time other than photography is working on our old house.
How long have I been a photographer:
Not sure I consider myself quite there, yet. First started taking pics with my mom's old reflex kodak, then went to 125 Instamatics and 110's. So I guess off and on for about 30 years.
First "real" camera:
As some of the others so far, the old Pentax K1000
How I found Photographyreview.com:
doing a search for photography message boards
Date I joined PR:
just this month
Favorite forum:
Not had a chance to look through many, but so far it would be Viewfinder
Photogatherings I have attended:
none
Favorite subjects:
Outdoor/nature, scenics and landscapes, Macro and close-up
Current gear:
Canon EOS Rebel
35-80mm
80-200mm
Why I prefer film or digital:
Right now I shoot film. Have had the opportunity to borrow a digital camera and realize the ease and amount of pics I can shoot with one. Right now, I am satisfied with the film and figure the cost of film and developing will help me be very selective in what I shoot and try to make sure I get it right the first time. I still use editing software to work on my images as I get all of mine on CD's when developed.
What I like about Photographyreview.com:
So far the people and the knowledge they have which I might be lucky to have trickle down to me.
What I am trying to accomplish with my photography:
When I show my pics to others and see the reactions they have, that is IT for me. My main focus is to take pictures that will move others; hopefully in the same I was moved when I took the pics.
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I was glad to see a few on here from Ky. I think getting a Ky gathering together would be fun. Hopefully there are a few more of us on here. I was up there about the first of this year getting some shots of the covered bridges. Think I may go again only do them in B&W. So far this seems to be a very nice board.
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