Would Nikon Samurai # 5 Please Step Forward

[Speed]

Boooo! Nikon! Boooo!

Oh my, what negative energy. I'm not a Nikon elitist, mind you. I'm a Nikon Samurai. I also readily acknowledge that there are other camera's out there (though why anyone would want to use one of those is beyond me!), and that they are quite capable of producing "decent" images. ;-)

I have indeed made mention that it is the photographer, not the lightbox he or she uses, that makes great images. For instance, in a previous post I said the following regarding Paul's switch to the dark side (Canon):

"He is also living proof that it's the photographer, not the camera, that makes the image."

And Paul admitted that he will never sell his Nikon's! Proof that even the dark side acknowledges fine craftmanship.

Thanks for chiming in Trevor!

[coloradoamigo]

I've driven by the City Of Salt, but never stopped there. A Samurai gathering sounds good to me. We'll have to rotate where we meet. Maybe have a gathering in Utah, then one in the NC/VA area, then maybe one down in Florida or Texas or LA (that's Lower Alabama for those above the Mason/Dixon line). :-O
We'll have to see who would be up for one and when. I've got a sleeping bag, how many square feet is your house? ;-)

It's damn near right in the middle of the country, so easier for everyone to get to, has incredible scenery, and most important, I wouldn't have to go anywhere!! ;) ;)
Only thing is, Paul would have to allowed to participate if he so choosed. He could named a temporary Samurai for the trip and he "accidently" brought the wrong equipment. ;)

Seriously though, Utah would be great too.

[walterick]

"I have indeed made mention that it is the photographer, not the lightbox he or she uses, that makes great images... "He is also living proof that it's the photographer, not the camera, that makes the image."

Speed's just saying that to remain PC. Nikon really is better than every other camera out there.



Rick

[Asylum Steve]

Now ladies, I can assure you that there's not a sexist bone on my body, but simply reflecting on the thinking of the time in feudal Japan, I can tell you they would not have been too thrilled with the idea of a female samurai.

How 'bout we make the gals Nikon Geishas???

BTW, send your cards and letters to the management of this site... ;)

[mtbbrian]

I am glad you are keep track!
Thanks Robert!
You are certainly the Samurai #1!
Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

[mtbbrian]

I've got a sleeping bag, how many square feet is your house? ;-)

I have two spare rooms, and a futon downstairs.

I'd love to have a Samurai gathering here in SLC..

Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

[mtbbrian]

Where is Lone Tree, CO anyway?
I was Colorado Springs last week.
Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

[coloradoamigo]

Where is Lone Tree, CO anyway?
I was Colorado Springs last week.
Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

Lone Tree is actually a far southern suburb on the outskirts of the Denver Metro area. Now, this is a little complicated, but we do not actually live in Lone Tree, we live in unincorporated Douglas County (like I said, far outskirts), between Parker, CO. and Lone Tree. We have an Englewood mailing address, which is hilarious, because we are nowhere near Englewood.
As far as where you were, we were close, we live about 50 miles or so to the north of Colorado Springs, and about 10 miles north of Castle Rock.
So since we are closer to Lone Tree than anywhere else, that's what I put down. Sounds better than "unincorporated Douglas County".
Sorry for the long-winded response, and I hope it wasn't confusing.

[walterick]

How about a general Photogathering for whoever wants to come but the Samurais get the beds?

[mtbbrian]

How about a general Photogathering for whoever wants to come but the Samurais get the beds?

For you.. SURE!
I am serious though about a gathering here in SLC, Nikon Samurai or not.
I would love to meet more from here!
Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

[MJS]

I'm going through final inspections on a new addition to the house. I won't be going anywhere for a long time, except for a side trip to NYC when my son's band plays at Carnegie Hall in April.

[natatbeach]

I mean that with the utmost love and respect for you...Steve

How 'bout we make the gals Nikon Geishas???

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art18012.asp

email me at natatbeach1@ yahoo.com with you're I'm a big loser apology


Now I'll go practice my naginata(google it) and sharpen my weapons for the next time I see you..... ;)

[walterick]

If we can't gather, can we at least get t-shirts?

[deckcadet]

actually MJS mentioned this at school friday

[mtbbrian]

If we can't gather, can we at least get t-shirts?

Come On!
Let's Do it! In SLC Baby!
Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

[mtbbrian]

I am all for equal opportunity!
Feudalism is an antiquated idea anyway!
Besides haven't you seen "Mulan"?
;)
Brian
Nikon Samurai #2!

[natatbeach]

How about if we design shirts and exchange those along with the prints...

[Asylum Steve]

>>email me you're "I'm a big loser" apology...

Nope. I'm no chauvinist. If it had been up to me, there would have been MANY female samurai. After all, I feel anything a man can do...

Hey, if I'm guilty of anything, it's simply not knowing 11th century Japanese history. And for that I think I can be forgiven...


>>Now I'll go practice my naginata (google it)

No need for me to. Just because you didn't know what naginata was, doesn't mean I didn't. OUCH!


>>and sharpen my weapons for the next time I see you...

Well, ok. My weapon is my wit, and it's always razor sharp...

BTW, FWIW, I enjoyed both Mulan and Kill Bill. So there...

[mtbbrian]

I am with you Steve, I would have had lots of female Samuari's.
You are a witty guy!
;)
Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!

[mtbbrian]

How about if we design shirts and exchange those along with the prints...

Maybe we could have an "Un Gathering", where we do all the stuff that would happen at an actual gathering, a photo exchange and a t shirt one.

I'd be up for that.

The only stipulation would be that the photograph to be exchanged must be taken with a Nikon.

What do you say my fellow Samurais!

Brian
Nikon Samurai
#2!

[natatbeach]

Nope. I'm no chauvinist. If it had been up to me, there would have been MANY female samurai. After all, I feel anything a man can do...

yea right many female samurai and even more geisha


Well, ok. My weapon is my wit, and it's always razor sharp...

yawn !


I thought your weapon was your charm and good looks ;)
musta had you confused with someone else

you're forgiven for your limited knowledge

if our paths crossed again---I'd still consider giving you a kidney

[almo]

[QUOTE=Speed]I was updating "The List" of Nikon Samurai's, and I realized that number five was vacant. So who is number 5? I'm thinking it's Nat, but it could be Old Timer. "Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most." [QUOTE]



I have it on pretty good athourity that i_love_my_camera uses a Nikon Fm 2A when she shoots film. Does this count?

almo

[Speed]

Now ladies, I can assure you that there's not a sexist bone on my body, but simply reflecting on the thinking of the time in feudal Japan, I can tell you they would not have been too thrilled with the idea of a female samurai.

How 'bout we make the gals Nikon Geishas???

BTW, send your cards and letters to the management of this site... ;)

Steve, you are a RIOT!

Technically correct, mind you, but still a riot!

"I like you. You make me laugh."
Gung Ho

[Speed]

"I have indeed made mention that it is the photographer, not the lightbox he or she uses, that makes great images... "He is also living proof that it's the photographer, not the camera, that makes the image."

Speed's just saying that to remain PC. Nikon really is better than every other camera out there.



Rick

Of course Nikon is better!

I was merely acknowledging that it is possible to take photo's with other brands. I also mentioned that I couldn't imagine why anyone would want to do that! I guess it was PC of me, to not state that using another brand was handicapping the user. ;-)

I could be anti-PC by pointing out that Paul learned how-to with Nikon gear! :-D

Then he switched to the dark side.

[Speed]

[QUOTE=almo][QUOTE=Speed]I was updating "The List" of Nikon Samurai's, and I realized that number five was vacant. So who is number 5? I'm thinking it's Nat, but it could be Old Timer. "Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most."

I have it on pretty good athourity that i_love_my_camera uses a Nikon Fm 2A when she shoots film. Does this count?

almo

Absolutely!

Does she want to be Nikon Samurai # 12?