Hello Everyone! It seems like forever since the last time I posted... I've got a few things to tell you:
- I went polish shopping on Wednesday and got (6) of the new OPI colors! (A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find, Pearl of Wisdom, Suzi Says Feng Shui, Jade is the New Black, Lucky Lucky Lavender, and Meet Me on the Star Ferry)
- I uploaded a new template for PHD. I hope you like it! There are still a few kinks I need to get resolved though. Is anyone familiar with code?
- My nail is almost long enough to continue posting. I said "almost"! It might be another week...
- And last, I'm saving for a DSLR. I CAN'T WAIT to own one! What does that mean for you? Better quality photos! Below is a Nikon D90... [I think my heart just skipped a beat]
Friday, February 05, 2010
Your new layout is awesome! :)
The D90 is great, just make sure you get a proper macro lens to get close enough to your nails. :)
Welcome back! I love the new template!
I am looking forward to your new posts. :)
Nailinit- Thanks! Do you have one? I wonder if the 18-105mm lens will work... If not that means I'm going to need more money! I would like a lens for "normal" shooting and for photographing my nails!
Swatchaholic- Thank you! I'll be back soon :)
I'd like a Nikon, but I went with a Pentax because I can use my Grandpa's macro and telephoto lenses from his old film SLR. It's nice to start out with a free set of lenses!
I'd recommend getting a Macro lense, but the 18-105mm should be fine to start off with.
Yes, I have the D90. :)
The 18-55 mm works fine, but I broke my 18-55 lens and now I have a 18-200 lens, and I can't get stuff closer than 45-50 cm, and that's a bit hard for nail pics. ;)
I use a small Canon compact camera for my nail pics, that's easier for me. :)
WizardsofBling- Yes, that would be awesome to have lenses handed down! I will probably just wait on getting the macro (Nikon calls them "micro") lens if I can get a lens in a kit that will work :)
Nailinit- Don't you just love it!? I've played around with my friend's D90. I prefer it over the Canon Rebel (not sure model #)! It was much more user friendly in my opinion. I also currently use a point-and-shoot Canon. Mine doesn't really photograph colors or light well. I can't get it to capture the sparkling of glitter!... I like the small size though. It is going to be hard to get used to holding a DSLR. Thanks for the help! :)
See if you can find a "macro reverse adapter ring" online. It screws onto the outward facing end of your lens and lets you turn it around and use it as a macro. Here's a place that has them for sale, so you can see what I mean-
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/82184-REG/General_Brand_AV52N_Reverse_Adapter_Nikon_to.html
or do a search and other places will come up. Just make sure to keep the lens clean and/or clean it before you reverse it back! The ring works wonders, and is waaayyyy less expensive than a new lens. (I love the Nikon cameras-I've used them since the 1970's!)
Also, check out garage/tag sales, as their old lenses work on the new DSLR's.
Photo on!
Oh, also, for about 19 bucks, you can find a decent tiny tabletop tripod, so you don't have to hold the camera when you photograph you hands! Plus, make sure when you get your camera, that it has a good timer (so you can set up the shot and get both (!) hands), or that you get a remote shutter release. (electronic remote) Plus, with either of those, there's no risk of jiggling the camera...
I'm so excited for you!
You might want to get a tripod. I found that it was really heavy to hold the D90 one handed when I was using it for my nail pics. :)
I had problems capturing certain colors (*cough* purple *cough*) with my compact as well, but I just kept trying different settings and finally I found a setting that isn't half-bad. I think my pics are quite clear and color accurate right now. :)
Who would have thought that a silly little hobby like nail polish blogging was so technically advanced? ;)
- Solveig
I dream about the Nikon D90 lol! Someday..
WOW I love your Valentines designs! So cool.
Love your pics - they are great. My hubby has the D90 and loves it. He has a ton of lighting equipment and everything. He has taken some pics for my blog, but I have to say I think I like my Canon Powershot better. Maybe because I feel like I have more control? I think I might have to try his on the tripod with the remote and see if I like that better. We'll have to compare notes. :)