Post by: MattBurt on April 11, 2017, 01:56:12 pm
So let's see 'em! Not the snapshots so much as the photographs.
Here's a new one from this morning of my dog Luna. She joins me on a lot of landscape shoots and (usually) makes the experience even nicer.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2871/33846517751_b691b4418a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TyUfwT)IMGP0483 (https://flic.kr/p/TyUfwT) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
I also have a cat that can be pretty photogenic. She doesn't wind up in as many as the dog but finds her way into my photos at least every couple of weeks, one way or another.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8678/30428265461_73ac23948c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/NmQPdz)IMGP4824 (https://flic.kr/p/NmQPdz) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: BobDavid on April 11, 2017, 05:18:43 pm
Post by: pcgpcg on April 11, 2017, 05:43:36 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 11, 2017, 06:23:53 pm
Sweet looking dog, that Luna.
Thanks. She is very sweet with us but takes a little time to warm up to strangers. She worries too much!
OK I'll bite. Love the cat photo BTW.
Those are both great. That's the kind of thing I'm hoping to see here.
That's Astro. She almost always looks surprised. :)
Post by: BobDavid on April 11, 2017, 07:28:01 pm
Thanks. She is very sweet with us but takes a little time to warm up to strangers. She worries too much!
I figured as much. I used to work extensively with dogs. Part of my business involved photographing pet dogs.Dog Photography (https://bobrosinsky.com/portfolio/dogs/)
Post by: Peter McLennan on April 11, 2017, 09:59:41 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2833/33855672531_661ca3454c_b.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on April 12, 2017, 12:36:57 am
I figured as much. I used to work extensively with dogs. Part of my business involved photographing pet dogs.Dog Photography (https://bobrosinsky.com/portfolio/dogs/)
Really nice work. Some of those group shots would be a challenge to arrange, I imagine!
Post by: Bob_B on April 12, 2017, 11:06:58 am
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 12, 2017, 11:21:14 am
Post by: GrahamBy on April 12, 2017, 11:37:00 am
YAY! Does this mean we can post cat pictures now? :)
So it seems :-)
This is VC (Visitor Cat). He just turned up, first as a visitor, then decided to stay.
Post by: Mjean on April 12, 2017, 11:43:28 am
Post by: MattBurt on April 12, 2017, 12:34:13 pm
Jake and Elwood. Sadly Jake (the white dog, had to be put down a few weeks ago). Miss him terribly!
Sorry to hear about Jake! My condolences.
This is a good photo and the kind of thing I was hoping to see more of in this thread.
Snapshots have their place but I'd much rather see photos with attention paid to composition, lighting, dof, and anything else that contributes to a great looking shot. Like we do with our more serious shots but including our (or anyone's) pets.
Post by: MattBurt on April 12, 2017, 12:38:28 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2595/32917438302_d08b1d8a33_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/S9NtzG)IMGP8505 (https://flic.kr/p/S9NtzG) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3909/33025692972_193b817487_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SjniVw)IMGP8907-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/SjniVw) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on April 12, 2017, 12:41:30 pm
Did someone ask for more cats? ;D
That's a very nice photo! Was it staged or did you just get lucky with the pose? I imagine setting up such a shot would be a lot like herding cats!
Post by: MattBurt on April 12, 2017, 01:12:44 pm
YAY! Does this mean we can post cat pictures now? :)
Were they not allowed before? I'd say it's ok by me but don't confuse me for someone in charge!
My hope for this thread was avoid the snapshot style phone pics and have us post pet pictures that you have put effort into to get the best results.
Post by: Bob_B on April 12, 2017, 04:36:49 pm
That's a very nice photo! Was it staged or did you just get lucky with the pose? I imagine setting up such a shot would be a lot like herding cats!
Thanks. Just luck. I had just received my 70-200 lens, and went outdoors to take some test shots. I turned around and there were my three cats watching me. The rest is history.
Post by: ah693973 on April 13, 2017, 02:47:11 pm
Tiki is first, caught her on a rock wall during one of our hikes.
Cola is next. She is busy keeping the world safe from the rock chuck menace.
Andy
Post by: MattBurt on April 13, 2017, 03:24:21 pm
Post by: Otto Phocus on April 14, 2017, 07:05:42 am
Post by: James Clark on April 14, 2017, 11:35:55 am
This is Tucker when he was just a wee kitten. (yeah, I missed focus on his eyes, but his paws are tack sharp :D)
(https://scontent-dft4-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/12717299_10205557781879693_5233175390354258415_n.jpg?oh=bc5c2807a9a2896fc7b2ef9456a1917f&oe=595318A2)
Post by: Peter McLennan on April 14, 2017, 05:35:23 pm
Were they not allowed before? I'd say it's ok by me but don't confuse me for someone in charge!
My hope for this thread was avoid the snapshot style phone pics and have us post pet pictures that you have put effort into to get the best results.
They were expressly forbidden. :)
That shot of Hamish (the orange cat near the top of this thread) is from my Samsung phone. I don't think I could have gotten the shot with any other camera.
Post by: MattBurt on April 14, 2017, 05:58:32 pm
They were expressly forbidden. :)
That shot of Hamish (the orange cat near the top of this thread) is from my Samsung phone. I don't think I could have gotten the shot with any other camera.
LOL! Well, I must have missed that. I would think quality photos of any subject should be welcomed but it isn't my site.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 14, 2017, 07:28:22 pm
I posted at least one cat photo back then and it wasn't removed.
Post by: MattBurt on April 17, 2017, 10:23:21 am
I think if this thread is a place to put and discuss pet photos that were taken with care and maybe some discussion about how to achieve good ones or make them better, it might be a good contribution to the community here.
I didn't put any effort into pet shots this weekend so I have no new images to share today. Maybe tomorrow...
Post by: GrahamBy on April 17, 2017, 12:49:54 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 17, 2017, 01:01:13 pm
VC wandered into my shot yesterday...
Contemplating his existence? Reminds me of Henri (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0M7ibPk37_U).
Post by: GrahamBy on April 17, 2017, 03:37:23 pm
Contemplating his existence? Reminds me of Henri.
His French is better... ;D
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 17, 2017, 04:46:40 pm
VC wandered into my shot yesterday...... and captured the focus away from that fence.
Clever creature.
Post by: graeme on April 18, 2017, 04:28:21 am
VC wandered into my shot yesterday...
I really like that pic.
Post by: BobDavid on April 18, 2017, 03:42:20 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 18, 2017, 05:03:39 pm
Jazz: 2000 to 2016.
Great photo! Window light or is that a flash?
Beautiful pup too.
Post by: Peter McLennan on April 18, 2017, 08:36:54 pm
Post by: BobDavid on April 19, 2017, 01:27:59 am
Great photo! Window light or is that a flash?
Beautiful pup too.
I used a monoblock strobe with a deep rotalux modifier. I also used a photoflex reflector. She was a wonderful pal. She lived a good life.
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 19, 2017, 05:25:44 am
Post by: Otto Phocus on April 19, 2017, 06:32:16 am
My dog (Eric the Old English Sheepdog) has been gone nearly five years now. Still miss him so much. Wife refuses any talk of a new dog, so I just borrow them from friends.
It takes time. Everyone grieves differently. We lost our dog on 28 July. Within a week, my wife was ready to replace her, but I was still grieving. I am glad you are giving your wife time for her grief.
Dogs are not like a family member, they are a family member.
Post by: GrahamBy on April 19, 2017, 07:13:18 am
What's harder to photograph than black animals?
Black and white animals ;D
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 19, 2017, 08:29:34 am
Post by: MattBurt on April 19, 2017, 12:26:57 pm
I used a monoblock strobe with a deep rotalux modifier. I also used a photoflex reflector. She was a wonderful pal. She lived a good life.
Nicely done. She looks like she was a sweet pup.
Post by: MattBurt on April 19, 2017, 12:28:37 pm
My dog (Eric the Old English Sheepdog) has been gone nearly five years now. Still miss him so much. Wife refuses any talk of a new dog, so I just borrow them from friends.
My condolences and I know how you feel. We took a 7 year break between dogs before getting Luna.
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on April 19, 2017, 02:31:53 pm
Jazz: 2000 to 2016.
Love it. Glorious textures, and a haunting expression.
Jeremy
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on April 19, 2017, 02:46:26 pm
Jeremy
Post by: BobDavid on April 19, 2017, 06:04:28 pm
My dog (Eric the Old English Sheepdog) has been gone nearly five years now. Still miss him so much. Wife refuses any talk of a new dog, so I just borrow them from friends.
Lovely dog. ... I am hoping to invite another canine to join our family. ... It is difficult to find a good match--sort of like dating.
Post by: GrahamBy on April 21, 2017, 04:43:54 am
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 21, 2017, 08:29:34 am
Post by: Otto Phocus on April 21, 2017, 08:59:26 am
Not technically my pet, but what the hell. Six weeks old, belonging to friends in Ireland with whom I stayed last weekend.
Jeremy
Cuteness factor combined with a nice composition of the dog looking off scene, gives you a bye on the blatant violation of the thread rules. LoL
Seriously, nice shot!!
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 21, 2017, 09:58:54 am
This was EricOoh! I should borrow that to use as my avatar!
Post by: HSakols on April 21, 2017, 12:54:36 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 21, 2017, 03:19:19 pm
My dog (Eric the Old English Sheepdog) has been gone nearly five years now. Still miss him so much. Wife refuses any talk of a new dog, so I just borrow them from friends.
Bill, my sincerest condolences. We lost our first Elkhound over 20 years ago and I still miss him and get very emotional on his anniversary.
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on April 21, 2017, 03:36:57 pm
I couldn't resist. It is important to have a cat when living in the mountains! I absolutel adore my cat.
For pest control?
I love my cats too but find living in the mountains tends to make their lives shorter, at least around here. Foxes, coyotes, and the occasional big cat are never far.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 21, 2017, 05:43:46 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 21, 2017, 05:46:17 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 21, 2017, 05:47:10 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 21, 2017, 05:53:35 pm
After surgery and two weeks in the hospital, he was allowed home, wearing a splint on the bad leg.
The first day he could move around freely, he let us know that he wanted to go out. Our apartment was on the second floor. If we had let him out this door to our back porch, he had intended to jump down onto the roof of the garage, and from there onto the first floor porch and onto the ground to explore.
We, the cruel humans, refused to open the door for him. He lived many happy years thereafter.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 21, 2017, 05:54:30 pm
He appears to have been a very ambitious lounger.Ambitious, indeed.
The cup of milk was a bribe intended to persuade him to stay indoors for a few more days.
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on April 22, 2017, 03:56:45 am
Cuteness factor combined with a nice composition of the dog looking off scene, gives you a bye on the blatant violation of the thread rules. LoL
Seriously, nice shot!!
Thanks, Otto. Blatantly violating rules has got me into trouble many times in the past. It's nice to see I've not lost the knack.
Jeremy
Post by: LesPalenik on April 23, 2017, 05:15:17 am
Post by: BobDavid on April 23, 2017, 05:45:49 pm
Some of Hugo's other activities:
...no cat in hat!?
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 23, 2017, 11:27:11 pm
...no cat in hat!?Sorry. But that's a great idea. Perhaps with a little Photoshoppery...
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 24, 2017, 11:00:48 am
Post by: degrub on April 24, 2017, 04:10:59 pm
Is that a Welsh Sheepdog ?
Frank
Post by: RSL on April 25, 2017, 10:32:34 am
Post by: MattBurt on April 25, 2017, 10:54:35 am
Absolutely amazing!! Cats are now ahead of stairs.
I'll try to dilute them with more dog photos.
Luna is always on the lookout for threats or things to chase.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4165/34223412036_163e0a174d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/U9cW5d)IMGP0944 (https://flic.kr/p/U9cW5d) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 25, 2017, 11:04:56 am
Bill,
Is that a Welsh Sheepdog ?
Frank
A Border Collie
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 25, 2017, 11:06:20 am
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on April 25, 2017, 02:27:16 pm
So, how about another cat?
Fantastic eyes, Bill!
Jeremy
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 25, 2017, 02:38:31 pm
Absolutely amazing!! Cats are now ahead of stairs.Stairs have the advantage that they don't need to be fed every day, but they are generally even less sociable than cats.
Nobody has shown a pet rock in this thread so far.
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on April 25, 2017, 02:56:48 pm
Jeremy
Post by: Randy Carone on April 25, 2017, 04:46:07 pm
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 25, 2017, 06:33:03 pm
Nobody has shown a pet rock in this thread so far.
A friend of mine has a pet rock called Horace.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 25, 2017, 07:38:21 pm
A friend of mine has a pet rock called Horace.So show us a photo, Bill.
Post by: MattBurt on April 26, 2017, 01:01:58 am
She has been preemptively posing and then looking hopeful for a reward lately. Cracks me up!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2819/33465096553_28dfd9fdc8_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SZcnik)IMGP1036-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/SZcnik) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Chairman Bill on April 26, 2017, 04:00:57 am
So show us a photo, Bill.
Yer tiz
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 26, 2017, 08:03:10 am
Yer tizMethinks Horace wants a bigger playpen.
Post by: MattBurt on April 26, 2017, 11:26:51 am
Methinks Horace wants a bigger playpen.
If you give them too much room they get HUGE!
Post by: Petrus on April 27, 2017, 03:05:07 am
We also have 3 cats and a total of 2 to 6 dogs depending on how many dogs our daughters bring us for weekend care. Besides a white shepherd pictured, a papillon (she is the alpha bitch, at 7 lb.), great poodle, Portuguese waterdog, Dutch shepherd and a mean looking mixture of Dutch shepherd and German shepherd (presumably).
Post by: ned on April 27, 2017, 04:22:51 pm
Olympus OM1
(http://drive.google.com/uc?export=view&id=0B3Df1Qk0tiHSa0h5ME9pOVJWSDQ)
Post by: Malcolm Payne on April 28, 2017, 08:18:41 am
He died three years ago today and is still sorely missed. Perhaps this will serve as a suitable memorial.
Post by: Otto Phocus on April 28, 2017, 09:33:20 am
Unfortunately, ours likes to talk... a lot... loudly... at 0200. Not fun.
But she is a good cat, although my opinion often changes at about 0201.
I am sorry for your loss.
Post by: pcgpcg on April 28, 2017, 09:51:59 am
Not my pet, Emilio belongs to no one, but hangs out at the climbers hut at Frey Valley in Argentina in northern Patagonia. I was climbing there some years ago and stopped on a ledge for a break and was stunned to suddenly hear a cat meowing from about 30 ft. above me. At this point I was several hundred feet up the side of Aguja Frey. He casually worked his way down a series of ledges and then surveyed the scene below while I snapped some shots.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zypdu-RWt7k
Post by: Krug on May 02, 2017, 04:35:54 pm
He is called Hugo, follows me everywhere,sleeps by the bed ... and just to show what the breed should be like when recently he met a young 4-year old girl for the first time he just sat beside me and let her crawl all over him without demur and then licked her hand.
Post by: BobDavid on May 02, 2017, 06:01:08 pm
I'll try to dilute them with more dog photos.
Luna is always on the lookout for threats or things to chase.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4165/34223412036_163e0a174d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/U9cW5d)IMGP0944 (https://flic.kr/p/U9cW5d) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Matt, you definitely have your own style of photography. I am always able to pick out your photos. ... Good stuff.
Post by: MattBurt on May 02, 2017, 07:10:54 pm
Matt, you definitely have your own style of photography. I am always able to pick out your photos. ... Good stuff.
Thank you Bob. I don't really try for a particular style but it's good to know I have one. :)
Post by: MattBurt on May 02, 2017, 07:13:09 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2846/34267985991_683edf445b_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Ud9omF)IMGP1274-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/Ud9omF) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on May 08, 2017, 06:17:40 pm
Shot with a Summicron 50/2 on a Pentax K-1
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4182/34340113972_938f2fde79_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Ujw4uy)IMGP1543 (https://flic.kr/p/Ujw4uy) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on May 09, 2017, 12:56:57 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4161/33704258254_cd2ab8ba5b_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Tmk8JW)IMGP1240-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/Tmk8JW) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: paulster on May 09, 2017, 03:52:33 pm
Post by: RSL on May 10, 2017, 10:48:39 am
Post by: James Clark on May 10, 2017, 11:38:59 am
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That's the spirit ;) Nice ducks!
Post by: MattBurt on May 10, 2017, 12:37:48 pm
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Is that Huey, Dewey, and Louie?
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 10, 2017, 12:39:54 pm
Post by: James Clark on May 10, 2017, 01:20:33 pm
Yes, Russ really has his ducks in a row.
;D
Post by: RSL on May 10, 2017, 02:23:01 pm
:D
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 10, 2017, 02:43:21 pm
Post by: RSL on May 10, 2017, 02:56:46 pm
Post by: RSL on May 10, 2017, 03:05:39 pm
8)
Post by: MattBurt on May 10, 2017, 05:30:25 pm
Okay Eric, by request. Here's my friendly, smiling gator. Who needs a dog or a cat?
8)
Looks cuddly. Will he fetch?
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 10, 2017, 05:31:22 pm
Okay Eric, by request. Here's my friendly, smiling gator. Who needs a dog or a cat?Just don't try to pet him.
8)
Post by: BobDavid on May 11, 2017, 09:27:59 am
Are you familiar with Clyde Butcher's work? He is a master of B & W Florida landscapes. I met him a few weeks ago while I was at the camera store in Bradenton (Johnson's Photo Imaging). I say "the camera store" because it is the best brick and mortar photo store on either side of the peninsula. I'm sure Miami has some top-notch photo stores.
Post by: RSL on May 11, 2017, 10:32:37 am
Post by: jkrumm on May 11, 2017, 10:35:06 am
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Family/Other-Family-Galleries/Dogs-and-cats/i-VZBq7S3/0/34336b68/L/IMGP1581-L.jpg) (http://juneauphotographs.com/Family/Other-Family-Galleries/Dogs-and-cats/i-VZBq7S3/A)
Our literary cat...
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Family/Other-Family-Galleries/Dogs-and-cats/i-GpXXTnR/0/d8902ab1/L/_B280020-L.jpg) (http://juneauphotographs.com/Family/Other-Family-Galleries/Dogs-and-cats/i-GpXXTnR/A)
And our food loving cat...
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Family/Other-Family-Galleries/Dogs-and-cats/i-bCk5gLw/0/2ad59833/L/_IMG7146-L.jpg) (http://juneauphotographs.com/Family/Other-Family-Galleries/Dogs-and-cats/i-bCk5gLw/A)
Post by: MattBurt on May 17, 2017, 12:38:43 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4183/34546212072_d468f9a7c9_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UCJnh5)IMGP1325-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/UCJnh5) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 17, 2017, 09:35:02 am
Post by: MattBurt on May 17, 2017, 09:59:24 am
She knows just where and how to pose.
She knows how to earn a treat!
Post by: VincentR on May 23, 2017, 12:05:21 pm
This is Little Scarface. One of our four chinchillas. He was adopted from Toronto Animal Services.
Post by: pegelli on May 23, 2017, 03:46:07 pm
Our son's cat awaiting our arrival at the front window
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/201705/i-33GWg2p/0/ace194bf/O/PEG_A7_1_0613_20170521.jpg) (https://pegelli.smugmug.com/Other/201705/i-33GWg2p/A)
Post by: MattBurt on May 23, 2017, 05:54:29 pm
(https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/s750x750/sh0.08/e35/18579493_1878244812449626_8385372987682979840_n.jpg) (https://www.instagram.com/p/BUYO0vsjCBG/?taken-by=lunagrams_)
Post by: riverrat373 on June 02, 2017, 03:58:13 pm
OK I'll bite. Love the cat photo BTW.
Fantastic photo!
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on June 03, 2017, 08:38:37 pm
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/124547099.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on June 13, 2017, 11:50:30 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4263/34404228954_58e752fcdf_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UqbEDh)IMGP4887 (https://flic.kr/p/UqbEDh) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on June 15, 2017, 12:25:47 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4274/34480949144_c7f1df5479_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UwXSTb)IMGP4512-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/UwXSTb) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on June 16, 2017, 01:42:47 pm
Also, a little tech talk about a feature I love in Pentax cameras (maybe others too?) called Catch In Focus where the shutter will not fire unless you have focus lock. For manual focus lenses and moving subjects it's really a huge help. I've been practicing with it lately and I think it's one of my favorite modern conveniences. I can get a better hit rate than with focus peaking for shots like this one. I'd like to try it with stage lights at a concert sometime for some surreal effects.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4209/35303860076_9020c05d5c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VMFvCG)IMGP4537-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/VMFvCG) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on June 18, 2017, 02:59:00 pm
Jeremy
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on June 19, 2017, 06:42:50 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/165677526.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on July 03, 2017, 01:52:09 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4209/34843759624_7de53642c9_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/V62nNh)IMGP6309 (https://flic.kr/p/V62nNh) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: JKoerner007 on July 03, 2017, 02:31:07 pm
Yes, Russ really has his ducks in a row.
:D
Post by: JKoerner007 on July 03, 2017, 03:33:19 pm
I feel the same way about my athletic doggy too ... here are some snapshots of my pride and joy Amazon :D
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000000282_medium.jpg)
On point ... (Appalachian Mountains, GA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002138_medium.jpg)
Fit, muscular, ready for the Olympics ... or at least fjording a stream (Appalachian Mountains, GA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002132_medium.jpg)
Ready for a hike. (San Bernardino Mountains, CA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002134_medium.jpg)
Board on another roadtrip to a new wildland destination. (Smokey Mountains, TN)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002135_medium.jpg)
Protesting her banishment while the family eats dinner ;D (San Dimas, CA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002136_medium.jpg)
Getting love from Grandpa :) (San Dimas, CA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002137_medium.jpg)
Time for bed after a bath and a warm meal (San Dimas, CA)
Hope you enjoy (sorry for so many, but I joined this great topic a little late!).
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on July 03, 2017, 04:51:09 pm
I'm so surprised! I was sure your family pet would be a spider! ;D
Post by: MattBurt on July 03, 2017, 04:58:58 pm
Luna is fast too and can hike far as long as it isn't too hot. That works out well most of the time because I feel the same way.
Post by: JKoerner007 on July 03, 2017, 05:14:27 pm
Jack,
I'm so surprised! I was sure your family pet would be a spider! ;D
Hahahahaha ;D
Post by: JKoerner007 on July 03, 2017, 05:33:40 pm
Nice looking pup, Jack and definitely no extra fat on that one! She looks fast!
Luna is fast too and can hike far as long as it isn't too hot. That works out well most of the time because I feel the same way.
Good for you, Matt! You can see the life and intelligence in your dog's eyes ... it looks like you give her a GREAT LIFE :)
I hear you on the heat thing (Amazon, being black, can overheat quick in the summer, so I usually hike very early with her!)
There are a few more fun pics of my Amazon:
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002144_medium.jpg)
She stops any time we get elevated to "look at the view," just like a human :D (San Dimas Canyon, CA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002139_medium.jpg)
Patiently stops and waits for me to take a photo of a mushroom (Smoky Mountains, TN)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000001621_medium.jpg)
Waiting to begin The Claremont Loop (San Gabriel Mountains, CA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002140_medium.jpg)
Sleeping in daddy's lap, while driving home from a day at the beach (Boca Raton, FL)
Okay, enough fun, gotta get back to work! :'(
Post by: Rob C on July 04, 2017, 10:28:12 am
(http://www.roma57.com/uploads/4/2/8/7/4287956/d-3098_orig.jpg)
Probably an Exakta Varex 11a with 2.8/50 Tessar or, perhaps, Vito B with Color Skopar; negatives all long gone, scan of an ancient print via E-mail from the 'baby' as was...
;-)
Rob
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on July 04, 2017, 11:01:28 am
Post by: Rob C on July 04, 2017, 03:19:23 pm
Beautiful, Rob.
Thanks, Eric.
That was the only period that Ann had short hair.
When I met her in school she had a "Veronica Lake" style, and I think the short cut was a sort of reaction, a spiritual clearing of the decks for the wedding and then the period during which our daughter came along. After that, the decks stayed clean as ever, but the tresses were allowed to grow, thank goodness!
Seventeen years later, both ladies had the same long hair, and you couldn't tell who was driving the car - until it came up the drive and so did the soundtrack. Ann didn't like music when she drove.
Them wuz the days...
We did have a dog at the time, a small fox-like creature that lasted fourteen years and climbed the laurel bushes after sticks I'd throw. Not a fib, a fact. My daughter has some snaps...
Funny thing: though the little pooch lasted all that time, the memories are all of the next one, the big Alsabrador we brought out to Spain with us. The small dog was independent as a cat; the big one was like a child and wouldn't dream of letting us out of sight.
;-)
Rob
Post by: JKoerner007 on July 09, 2017, 02:13:51 am
Taken with Nikon D810 + Nikkor 20mm f/2.8 AI-S (Big Bear, CA)
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002164_large.jpg)
Taken with Canon 7D + Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 (Big Bear, CA) - note the lack of color/DR compared to the above
(http://www.thenaturephotographer.club/thumbnails/1/1_thumb_0000002165_large.jpg)
Taken with Nikon D810 + Nikkor 28mm f/2.8 AI-S (Claremont Loop, CA)
Post by: MattBurt on August 09, 2017, 12:16:57 pm
I usually leave her off leash while shooting in reasonably remote places and she does well just sniffing around while I shoot and coming back to pose for treats as she feels like it. One thing we are working on is not chasing wildlife. So when she started to chase a deer while I was shooting and I called her, it was really nice to have her actually leave the deer and return to me pretty promptly. Progress!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4366/36445959185_14d132755a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XwB4UD)IMGP0641-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/XwB4UD) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on August 11, 2017, 03:33:19 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4418/36460226006_999f4dd778_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/XxSbWj)IMGP0716 (https://flic.kr/p/XxSbWj) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Peter McLennan on August 12, 2017, 10:40:00 am
Nigel and Hamish a few years ago as adolescents.
Post by: Chairman Bill on August 12, 2017, 12:34:24 pm
Post by: pcgpcg on August 13, 2017, 01:29:41 am
Nigel and Hamish a few years ago as adolescents.Beautiful portrait!
Post by: Rob C on August 13, 2017, 05:03:29 am
My name was Daisy, until I scratched a BMW and became known as Pizza!
;-)
Rob
Post by: graeme on August 13, 2017, 06:17:17 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/612/31832420864_5bd6be24ec_c.jpg)
Nigel and Hamish a few years ago as adolescents.
If somebody told me that they'd picked Hamish & Nigel as names for their cats I'd have thought they'd lost their marbles, but these two actually look like a Hamish & a Nigel.
Post by: Rob C on August 13, 2017, 09:11:15 am
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/612/31832420864_5bd6be24ec_c.jpg)
Nigel and Hamish a few years ago as adolescents.
A dangerous age to be. Especially for a cat. Can ruin their sex life beyond repair.
Post by: Peter McLennan on August 13, 2017, 09:18:30 pm
Everybody's happier for it, too. They'll never know what they missed.
Post by: Peter McLennan on August 13, 2017, 09:25:07 pm
but these two actually look like a Hamish & a Nigel.
Hamish, the larger of the two, is the gentle giant. He outweighs Nigel by a factor of two. That doesn't stop Nigel from raising hell every chance he gets. :)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/725/32553238851_d4253be02d_c.jpg)
Post by: Chairman Bill on August 14, 2017, 02:08:04 am
Post by: MattBurt on August 14, 2017, 12:19:25 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/612/31832420864_5bd6be24ec_c.jpg)
Nigel and Hamish a few years ago as adolescents.
Really nice kitty portrait!
Post by: schertz on August 14, 2017, 07:05:33 pm
If somebody told me that they'd picked Hamish & Nigel as names for their cats I'd have thought they'd lost their marbles, but these two actually look like a Hamish & a Nigel.
When I was growing up, my next-door neighbour had a cat named "Rooster". After that just about any pet name seems reasonable to me...
It was amusing when they called the cat in for its dinner.
Post by: Peter McLennan on August 14, 2017, 09:45:54 pm
Female orange tabbys are rare. If I ever get a sister for Nigel and Hamish, I'm gonna name her "Dwindle". :)
Post by: digitaldog on August 15, 2017, 10:11:27 am
Wagyu, Gamut and the late Ms Zia
Post by: graeme on August 15, 2017, 10:59:41 am
Here you go....
Wagyu, Gamut and the late Ms Zia
Lovely photos of lovely dogs.
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on August 15, 2017, 02:05:07 pm
Here you go....
Wagyu, Gamut and the late Ms Zia
Love the last, Andrew!
Jeremy
Post by: Peter McLennan on August 15, 2017, 11:38:22 pm
Here you go....
Wagyu, Gamut and the late Ms Zia
"Gamut" I love it!
Great images. A white dog in snow? Now THAT'S difficult.
Post by: MattBurt on October 06, 2017, 04:38:26 pm
She's saying to me: "Ok, I did what you wanted now what do I get?"
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4448/37454989482_2323732255_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Z4LBsJ)IMGP3567 (https://flic.kr/p/Z4LBsJ) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Alskoj on October 06, 2017, 09:16:05 pm
Did someone ask for more cats? ;DWell done!
Post by: sbode on October 10, 2017, 07:26:56 am
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Post by: pegelli on October 10, 2017, 01:18:06 pm
Post by: MattBurt on October 10, 2017, 03:24:12 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4464/37569207626_0593819505_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZeS1x5)IMGP1711 (https://flic.kr/p/ZeS1x5) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: digitaldog on October 11, 2017, 07:49:54 pm
Post by: pcgpcg on October 12, 2017, 12:45:21 pm
Morning river walkNice shot!
Post by: MattBurt on October 12, 2017, 12:53:01 pm
Nice shot!
Thanks!
I have a great model. We had another session by the creek last night. 8)
She wasn't being quite as attentive this time because the cows across the creek were mooing a lot.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4447/37388826610_a13823a7b2_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YXVvxy)IMGP2364 (https://flic.kr/p/YXVvxy) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: sbode on October 14, 2017, 06:48:07 am
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Post by: davidlandry on October 16, 2017, 01:42:01 pm
Post by: MattBurt on October 16, 2017, 01:54:14 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4505/23850761908_4ac7973290_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CkBoyU)IMGP3902 (https://flic.kr/p/CkBoyU) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: pcgpcg on October 17, 2017, 02:02:28 am
Luna always likes the high ground.Reggie too!
Post by: pegelli on October 17, 2017, 04:24:04 am
Fortunately this sculpture by Jean-Michel Folon gets cleaned every time at high tide ;)
Post by: MattBurt on October 18, 2017, 11:39:08 am
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4459/37767374661_4932f8ba16_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZxnEG6)IMGP4107-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/ZxnEG6) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: BobDavid on October 29, 2017, 05:02:29 am
Post by: BobDavid on October 29, 2017, 05:03:58 am
Kate, my constant hiking companion, enjoying sunset.
Sweet dog.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 29, 2017, 09:45:17 am
Little Guy watching his dinner being prepared.I love it!
Little Guy is showing admirable restraint.
Post by: BobDavid on October 29, 2017, 03:01:18 pm
I love it!
Little Guy is showing admirable restraint.
Indeed he did, atypically
Post by: MattBurt on October 30, 2017, 05:20:32 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4506/37339604214_92f82c7464_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YTzery)IMGP5004 (https://flic.kr/p/YTzery) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Michael West on November 02, 2017, 02:11:08 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4496/24266755968_b4b15d7ca2_c.jpg)
Post by: BobDavid on November 12, 2017, 03:57:55 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on November 12, 2017, 08:31:01 am
I'll bet her death is one of the reasons you haven't shown us any other dog portraits in a long time.
-Eric
Post by: BobDavid on November 13, 2017, 12:50:09 am
That's a wonderful portrait, Bob.
I'll bet her death is one of the reasons you haven't shown us any other dog portraits in a long time.
-Eric
Thanks, Eric. ... I stopped taking studio portraits of dogs when I became disabled about four years ago. Of all the types of photography I've done as a pro and as an enthusiast, I enjoyed photographing dogs more than anything. The real trick to getting good studio photos of pet dogs is knowing how to manage a dog's human.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on November 13, 2017, 09:45:55 am
The real trick to getting good studio photos of pet dogs is knowing how to manage a dog's human.That's what I have often suspected.
I'm sorry about your disability, but you have produced many memorable images since your doggy days ended.
-Eric
Post by: John R on November 13, 2017, 12:16:40 pm
I miss her. She died a bit over a year ago.Excellent portrayal. Vivid, natural and poignant. Is it bw or colour?
JR
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on November 13, 2017, 01:54:29 pm
Excellent portrayal. Vivid, natural and poignant. Is it bw or colour?Looking at the eyes I would say BW.
JR
Post by: MattBurt on November 13, 2017, 02:40:12 pm
I miss her. She died a bit over a year ago.
My condolences. Beautiful pup and a great photo.
Post by: BobDavid on November 14, 2017, 01:50:39 pm
Excellent portrayal. Vivid, natural and poignant. Is it bw or colour?
JR
It's a black and white picture. Her eyes were brown.
Post by: MattBurt on November 15, 2017, 04:49:51 pm
(https://scontent-dft4-3.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/e35/23498031_1461848233868806_7063185632234831872_n.jpg)
Post by: BobDavid on November 15, 2017, 09:33:36 pm
Post by: MattBurt on November 15, 2017, 11:33:28 pm
Lovely portrait of Luna. The weather in the Flatirons has been great. Looks nice from your part of the state too.
Thanks! Yes it was beautiful but now it's time to start accumulating a little snow. I'm hearing maybe Friday things will change.
Post by: Rob C on November 16, 2017, 09:47:44 am
Usually, instead of cats on top, we get rats under the hood; they chew cables and leave piles of mess on top of the battery.
(http://www.roma57.com/uploads/4/2/8/7/4287956/d-3185_orig.jpg)
Rob
Post by: StevenB on November 20, 2017, 01:48:38 am
Our dachshund, Annabelle
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Post by: Rob C on November 20, 2017, 04:53:58 pm
I miss her. She died a bit over a year ago.
That's why we never got another dog.
I thought about it once or twice after I lost my wife, but realised it wouldn't be fair for the dog; they need more energy than I have to give. I wouldn't go for a small one, so lots of exercise is obligatory, and I never walk for more than about an hour-and-a half a day. When we had the last one, an Alsabrador, she got that twice a day, plus swimming in the sea a few times a week. I couldn't take another heartbreak, but the reality is that a dog would probably outlast me, then what for the pooch - the vet?
Rob
Post by: StevenB on November 20, 2017, 10:38:06 pm
Our cat, Flash.
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on November 25, 2017, 03:37:53 pm
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/166625088.jpg)
Post by: Rob C on November 26, 2017, 05:07:35 am
Since it's almost "The Season" we put our Christmas Tree up today. Here's a quick shot of the tree with the Boys standing (lying?:)) guard :)(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/166625088.jpg)
Nice dogs, must be expensive to feed!
Looking at the vase of flowers reminded me of home, here, where the water is so hard that the use of such vases quickly turns them ugly because of the rapid build-up of scale on the glass. Who would have imagined? It was one of the reasons I abandoned my brief trip into running a darkroom here after installing air-con, building benches and having plumbing installed. Yeah, I know, I tried filtration and it couldn't cope with the grit.
:-(
Rob
P.S.
My mother also had a mania for collecting angels and cherubs.
Post by: farbschlurf on November 26, 2017, 02:39:56 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4336/37048192776_122316a7d3_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YrPEYq)Polaroid, expired (https://flic.kr/p/YrPEYq) by Stefan Berndt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/fototypo/), auf Flickr
Post by: HSakols on November 29, 2017, 09:04:41 am
Love your cat on the car! It is finally cold enough in my neck of the woods to have a fire. It is really stange not having my animal companion sitting in front of the stove with me. Someday I'll get another rescue cat, but for now I like not having to find a pet sitter for when I'm away.
Post by: Bob_B on December 05, 2017, 09:45:16 am
Post by: MattBurt on December 05, 2017, 10:41:22 am
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4560/23956885677_ab6047652d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CuZit4)IMGP2577-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/CuZit4) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Peter McLennan on December 05, 2017, 12:40:58 pm
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4526/38824098742_b73358c832_c.jpg)
Post by: BobDavid on December 18, 2017, 02:53:02 am
Post by: MattBurt on December 29, 2017, 12:38:46 am
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4682/24476413977_39f028ee3a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DhU28x)IMGP8603 (https://flic.kr/p/DhU28x) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: BobDavid on December 29, 2017, 03:00:21 am
Out with me ski touring yesterday.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4682/24476413977_39f028ee3a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/DhU28x)IMGP8603 (https://flic.kr/p/DhU28x) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Not much air up there...
Post by: sbode on December 29, 2017, 09:38:51 am
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Post by: MattBurt on December 29, 2017, 09:58:57 am
Not much air up there...
No but she is pretty fit and handles it well. She comes to 14k+ on occasion too. Strong girl! :)
Post by: MattBurt on January 11, 2018, 12:00:28 am
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4619/39625044921_079958ec86_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23nwHkF)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 19, 2018, 07:52:35 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/163247692.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 19, 2018, 09:15:31 am
Eric
Post by: MattBurt on January 19, 2018, 11:16:23 am
Well guys, as much as I hate to bring the room down I just figured this was a good place to post this. You may remember the photo below of my two guys sleeping on the living room floor. Well on Wed. afternoon they were both sleeping here again but this time the older guy (Jake, on the left) woke with a start, gave some God awful yelps and started to have convulsions on the floor. He then lost control of his bodily functions and started drooling. We rushed him to our Vet but we all knew what the outcome was going to be. So at around 4PM he joined our other guys at the Rainbow Bridge. My wife & I are just devastated over this..(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/163247692.jpg)
Kevin in CT
My condolences. :(
Post by: Patricia Sheley on January 19, 2018, 12:58:35 pm
Post by: Two23 on January 19, 2018, 05:47:53 pm
Camera was D800E, lens was a Petzval made in the 1870s in Paris by Alphonse Darlot.
Second photo is actually a cat scan of Annie.
Kent in SD
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 23, 2018, 06:54:12 am
(http://www.pbase.com/image/166898820.jpg)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 23, 2018, 01:14:39 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 23, 2018, 01:28:12 pm
That's fine by us here as the guy on the right side of the twofer photo came to us the same way
Kevin in CT
Post by: Patricia Sheley on January 23, 2018, 01:30:22 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 23, 2018, 01:40:29 pm
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on January 23, 2018, 03:22:49 pm
Here one of Luna from a walk a few mornings ago.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4770/39808135981_f83001f15a_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23DH6W6)IMGP9383-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/23DH6W6) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Peter McLennan on January 23, 2018, 03:36:24 pm
Well, I guess we never learn, one of these little guys is coming to us in mid March :)
(http://www.pbase.com/image/166898820.jpg)
Hilarious! They're, like, strewn there. :)
Post by: sbode on January 23, 2018, 09:05:40 pm
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 24, 2018, 10:13:04 am
Kevin in CT
Post by: Peter McLennan on January 24, 2018, 11:38:20 am
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 24, 2018, 11:47:34 am
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on February 02, 2018, 01:02:44 pm
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4709/40002984172_2c3e67ff68_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23WVKvE)IMGP9432-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/23WVKvE) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 02, 2018, 01:24:54 pm
Matt, that shot of Luna in the snow is just perfect!!
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/166951284.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on February 02, 2018, 01:46:06 pm
Post by: pcgpcg on February 02, 2018, 06:36:15 pm
The portrait of TBone is just stunning. Could you share the details of the setup or the post processing?+1
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 20, 2018, 11:59:29 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167032209.jpg) (http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167032204.jpg)
I also ran across this, great shots of dogs trying to catch treats
https://www.boredpanda.com/dogs-catching-treats-fotos-frei-schnauze-christian-vieler/ (https://www.boredpanda.com/dogs-catching-treats-fotos-frei-schnauze-christian-vieler/)
Our first Elkhound was so gentle, if you tossed him a single Cheeto he would turn his head away as if he was afraid of it and then pick it up and carry it off to the next room to eat it :)
Post by: MattBurt on February 20, 2018, 12:08:14 pm
Here's one of Luna from our walk yesterday morning. Unusually bare ground for this time of year, but it snowed over night so it is covered again now.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4697/25498275497_31efc9d25d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ERcjXB)IMGP0773 (https://flic.kr/p/ERcjXB) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: digitaldog on February 20, 2018, 02:53:22 pm
Here's a couple of shots of the puppy we will be getting in about 4 more weeks!!Very cute. Just got this pup (Whippet, 15 weeks) two weeks ago and he's great but a consumer of my time!
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 20, 2018, 02:57:13 pm
Very cute. Just got this pup (Whippet, 15 weeks) two weeks ago and he's great but a consumer of my time!I guess his name must the Digital Pup! ;)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 20, 2018, 03:49:43 pm
Kevin in CT
Post by: digitaldog on February 20, 2018, 03:50:58 pm
I guess his name must the Digital Pup! ;)Actually it's Pi (π) Dough. His brother Whippets are Gamut and Wagyu.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 20, 2018, 04:27:03 pm
Actually it's Pi (π) Dough. His brother Whippets are Gamut and Wagyu.Good choices.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 20, 2018, 04:34:41 pm
This is Augie, a Spinone Italiano. They are generally used as gun dogs but not this guy. Here he is about 8 months old.
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167033529.jpg)
And here he is a few years later with one of his housemates, a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog named Titan, according to my friend this was not posed. Bear in mind that this is a really large sofa and there is another Spinone who is not in the picture!!
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167033530.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 21, 2018, 09:21:10 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167035497/original.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: Slobodan Blagojevic on February 21, 2018, 09:27:53 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5122/5288195871_37e6dd54a6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/94iooT)
Dogs Life (https://flic.kr/p/94iooT) by Slobodan Blagojevic (https://www.flickr.com/photos/slobodan_blagojevic/), on Flickr
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 21, 2018, 10:33:14 am
Kevin in CT
Post by: MattBurt on February 21, 2018, 11:32:26 am
Kevin's snow play picture reminds me of one of mine from years ago, friends' Mastiffs:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5122/5288195871_37e6dd54a6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/94iooT)
Dogs Life (https://flic.kr/p/94iooT) by Slobodan Blagojevic (https://www.flickr.com/photos/slobodan_blagojevic/), on Flickr
Nice, I like how the snow just fades to white like a backdrop.
Post by: Damon Lynch on February 21, 2018, 11:46:46 am
Leia running in the woods (https://flic.kr/p/22xWeh7)
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Leia in the woods (https://flic.kr/p/21NfZYY)
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Leia in the woods (https://flic.kr/p/23tsns9)
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Leia in the woods (https://flic.kr/p/24ukAuE)
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Leia in the woods (https://flic.kr/p/24ukBid)
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Leia in the woods (https://flic.kr/p/23c2SGi)
Our cat likes joining my wife and I for walks outside, where she follows us around like a dog. She's happy to hang outside by herself too. Fortunately the apartment complex in which we live here in South Bend, Indiana has a wooded area. When she is running at top speed, it's not easy to photograph her! Until I saw her in the snow, I didn't appreciate how effective her camouflage was. She's from Tajikistan, which is a small country north of Afghanistan.
Post by: MattBurt on February 21, 2018, 12:19:51 pm
Our cat likes joining my wife and I for walks outside, where she follows us around like a dog. She's happy to hang outside by herself too. Fortunately the apartment complex in which we live here in South Bend, Indiana has a wooded area. When she is running at top speed, it's not easy to photograph her! Until I saw her in the snow, I didn't appreciate how effective her camouflage was. She's from Tajikistan, which is a small country north of Afghanistan.
LOVE those action shots! Cute kitty too. I used to have a cat that would do this with us and our dog. Cats are so funny.
Post by: Tony Jay on February 21, 2018, 08:51:56 pm
We have a cat that has a similar fur coat to your beauty, but we live in a place that is sub-tropical, yet that cat can also disappear in plain sight in our garden full of deep green tropical shrubbery...
Post by: BobDavid on February 22, 2018, 01:58:49 am
Post by: MattBurt on February 24, 2018, 03:51:45 pm
I like the snow dogs. Where's Luna?
She was out skiing with me. :)
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 24, 2018, 07:22:04 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on March 15, 2018, 02:54:33 pm
Damon, the shots of your cat are just outstanding!! Very well seen and captured.
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167145225.jpg)
And here's a shot of the litter, I imagine it's well nigh impossible to get a shot where they are all standing still :)
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167145226.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on March 15, 2018, 03:10:06 pm
Here's Luna and Frida who are getting along much better than they used to. We think Frida came from kind of a rough situation before we adopted her so she was a little reluctant to trust Luna for a couple of months. Now they hang out, play, and sometimes even nap together. Pretty sweet!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4779/39837119825_5c369fd62e_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23GgDPx)IMGP9617 (https://flic.kr/p/23GgDPx) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 15, 2018, 03:34:59 pm
Post by: MattBurt on March 15, 2018, 03:47:39 pm
Nice family portrait.
Thanks and thanks for the book comment too. She's very photogenic and pretty fun to do stuff with.
Post by: MattBurt on March 16, 2018, 03:21:43 pm
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/793/40835462401_a3fd12b405_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/25duqhz)IMGP9343-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/25duqhz) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 16, 2018, 08:37:00 pm
Post by: BobDavid on March 17, 2018, 12:04:11 am
Here's Luna and Frida who are getting along much better than they used to. We think Frida came from kind of a rough situation before we adopted her so she was a little reluctant to trust Luna for a couple of months. Now they hang out, play, and sometimes even nap together. Pretty sweet!
Ha! Great photo.
Post by: BobDavid on March 17, 2018, 02:46:28 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 17, 2018, 07:35:09 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on March 19, 2018, 11:36:42 am
Elkhound Puppies Playing! (https://vimeo.com/260759363)
Kevin in CT
All Animals Are Equal But Some Are More Equal
George Orwell
Post by: MattBurt on March 29, 2018, 01:04:17 am
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/813/41043483932_295a2b10b7_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/25wSzQG)IMGP9828 (https://flic.kr/p/25wSzQG) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: LesPalenik on March 29, 2018, 02:09:19 am
I think, I posted one of the images before in another thread, but can't find it now
Post by: MattBurt on March 29, 2018, 10:28:34 am
Not my pet, but a great model, nevertheless.
I think, I posted one of the images before in another thread, but can't find it now
That first one is fantastic! Such intensity in that little dog.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on March 29, 2018, 11:13:25 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167230283/large.jpg)
Kevin in CT
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on March 30, 2018, 08:46:50 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167234577.jpg)
Post by: sbode on March 30, 2018, 06:36:50 pm
This is Tbone
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Post by: dchew on March 30, 2018, 08:08:54 pm
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Post by: MattBurt on April 04, 2018, 12:23:25 pm
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/863/27349817378_52a87af117_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HENXRu)IMGP9882 (https://flic.kr/p/HENXRu) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 04, 2018, 12:35:56 pm
Matt, I expect that Luna did indeed sense or smell something that alarmed her, perhaps the winds uncovered something that she then could smell?
Post by: MattBurt on April 04, 2018, 01:01:36 pm
Matt, I expect that Luna did indeed sense or smell something that alarmed her, perhaps the winds uncovered something that she then could smell?
Definitely possible.
We have coyotes, bobcats, and lions around.
There are definitely smelly things here too as Luna rolled on a dead skunk carcass while my wife was walking her along the creek a couple of days ago. :o
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 06, 2018, 09:55:38 am
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Post by: guido on April 06, 2018, 11:04:51 am
(https://i.imgur.com/EfiiUkW.jpg)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 06, 2018, 11:18:55 am
Post by: guido on April 06, 2018, 12:50:09 pm
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180330/8f3a8b15e9af70b7e912960d6e26c778.jpeg)Great pic of a great looking Brittany! I grew up with a really special one. Best dog I've ever known...
This is Tbone
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Post by: guido on April 06, 2018, 12:51:20 pm
Beautiful cat and a great shot as well!Thanks! An hour before supper he becomes a great portrait subject...
Post by: Rob C on April 07, 2018, 05:03:36 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 07, 2018, 07:08:02 pm
Will this low-maintenance chick do?OK, but she doesn't have the essential charm of Miss Coke.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 08, 2018, 07:19:28 am
Will this low-maintenance chick do?
Rob, I bet the vet & food bills are pretty low!! I read somewhere that the "average" cost to own dog over it's lifetime is around 16 thousand bucks. There's an animal emergency center near us, it's basically a level one trauma center for pets. We had to bring one of our guys in once and it was just heartbreaking to see how many people could simply not afford the $$ of the treatments and had to either walk away or have their pets put down. I always swore that if I ever came into big bucks (lotto, etc.) that I would sponsor a fund to spare people this horrible choice!!
Post by: Rob C on April 08, 2018, 10:23:24 am
Rob, I bet the vet & food bills are pretty low!! I read somewhere that the "average" cost to own dog over it's lifetime is around 16 thousand bucks. There's an animal emergency center near us, it's basically a level one trauma center for pets. We had to bring one of our guys in once and it was just heartbreaking to see how many people could simply not afford the $$ of the treatments and had to either walk away or have their pets put down. I always swore that if I ever came into big bucks (lotto, etc.) that I would sponsor a fund to spare people this horrible choice!!
Yes, it can cost a lot of money. Our last dog had two separate cancer ops. with each consisting of the removal of a complete side of mammary glands. She survived for quite a while, between ops, but eventually it spread elsewhere and nothing could be done. She died across my lap on the kitchen floor, the vet telling me, as she withdrew the syringe, that tears are not unusual. We never had another animal, not because of cost but because of heartbreak. Twice is more than enough.
But on the cost aspect, yes, not only vet fees, but also kennels when, as in our case, business travel still meant several weeks at a time away from base several times a year.
But the love of a large dog is something special.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 09, 2018, 09:14:26 am
Yes, it can cost a lot of money. Our last dog had two separate cancer ops. with each consisting of the removal of a complete side of mammary glands. She survived for quite a while, between ops, but eventually it spread elsewhere and nothing could be done. She died across my lap on the kitchen floor, the vet telling me, as she withdrew the syringe, that tears are not unusual. We never had another animal, not because of cost but because of heartbreak. Twice is more than enough.
But on the cost aspect, yes, not only vet fees, but also kennels when, as in our case, business travel still meant several weeks at a time away from base several times a year.
But the love of a large dog is something special.
We've been very fortunate in that the neighborhood people are all pretty close and since many of us have pets, we all serve as pet minders when someone goes away. I expect that it's saved untold $$ in kennel fees as well as being a win-win for the pets and the owners.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 09, 2018, 09:16:59 am
http://www.pbase.com/keving/odin (http://www.pbase.com/keving/odin)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 20, 2018, 12:57:52 pm
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Post by: Rob C on April 20, 2018, 02:30:28 pm
On the other hand (so to speak), they do say that everybody has one.
But nice dogs, nonetheless!
;-)
Post by: MattBurt on April 20, 2018, 05:58:30 pm
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Post by: guido on April 20, 2018, 07:20:16 pm
Our rescue cat, FridaShe has such a great face!
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 21, 2018, 05:48:10 am
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 21, 2018, 05:56:29 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167349138.jpg)
And now the two of them are having a little nap!
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Post by: MattBurt on April 21, 2018, 05:15:56 pm
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/887/39800904450_3126808296_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23D53fw)IMGP3159 (https://flic.kr/p/23D53fw) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
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(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/892/39800911390_297753d78b_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/23D55jb)IMGP3198 (https://flic.kr/p/23D55jb) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 25, 2018, 10:39:03 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167376060.jpg)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 27, 2018, 07:05:51 am
ZZZZZZ (http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/167386856)
Post by: MattBurt on April 27, 2018, 06:35:50 pm
For a shot like this, the Catch-in-focus feature was a huge help with the dog moving and no AF.
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Post by: ned on May 01, 2018, 03:12:57 pm
Shot with a Nikon F100 on Fuji Pro 400 at an EI of 200. Developed at home.
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 02, 2018, 07:26:59 am
Post by: MattBurt on May 02, 2018, 04:28:19 pm
This is Nando our three legged rescue from Taiwan.
"SQUIRREL!" ;D
He looks like a sweet dog. One of Luna's pals lost a leg to cancer last year and is doing pretty well now. I need to get a new photo of him!
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 11, 2018, 03:00:24 pm
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Post by: MattBurt on May 11, 2018, 04:00:12 pm
The photo is of Luna (surprise surprise) when my wife and I took a day trip down there to hike this winter while waiting for snow to ski close to home.
There was a backpacker on a distant dune setting up his camp and Luna was fascinated.
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Post by: BobDavid on May 11, 2018, 04:45:54 pm
I recently won a local photo contest that was a fund raiser for the local shelter. Our dog and cat both came from the shelter and I like to help them out when I can.
The photo is of Luna (surprise surprise) when my wife and I took a day trip down there to hike this winter while waiting for snow to ski close to home.
There was a backpacker on a distant dune setting up his camp and Luna was fascinated.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4560/23956885677_ab6047652d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CuZit4)
You have enough material for a book! Congrats!
Post by: MattBurt on May 11, 2018, 05:58:45 pm
You have enough material for a book! Congrats!
Thanks! I certainly have enough, but what I wonder is who besides me and my family wants a book about my dog?
Post by: pcgpcg on May 14, 2018, 12:36:04 am
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 14, 2018, 10:02:07 am
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 14, 2018, 11:44:52 am
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 19, 2018, 09:15:08 am
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Post by: Rob C on May 24, 2018, 07:55:40 am
:-(
Post by: MattBurt on May 24, 2018, 11:43:57 am
So here's Luna emulating a pose you might see from the other kind of pet. Of course she is a bit furrier than those pets, especially around the undercarriage but we prefer the natural look anyway.
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Post by: Rob C on May 24, 2018, 03:02:01 pm
I agree on natural fur; just as nature intended. Better than having to wear dark glasses.
;-)
Post by: BobDavid on May 27, 2018, 02:09:07 am
Post by: Chairman Bill on May 27, 2018, 04:15:11 am
Post by: BobDavid on May 27, 2018, 02:45:25 pm
Yesterday was the sixth anniversary of Eric's passing. I still miss him something rotten. (D700 + Nikon 85mm f1.8)
I hear you... That's a soulful photograph
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 28, 2018, 07:14:58 am
Post by: Slobodan Blagojevic on May 31, 2018, 10:31:00 am
Post by: Rob C on May 31, 2018, 10:34:31 am
:-)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 31, 2018, 02:14:01 pm
Taking photographing (with) your pets to a new height (image pilfered from the Internet):I see no image at all on my browser.
Post by: Slobodan Blagojevic on May 31, 2018, 02:29:24 pm
I see no image at all on my browser.
Interesting... Rob was able to see it. In any case I replaced the originally posted with a new one, with the extension JPG. Apparently, the previous version was a JPEG-2000 format.
Post by: MattBurt on May 31, 2018, 04:22:23 pm
Here's a recent shot of Luna checking out some playground equipment at a local park. She turned four a few days ago but still acts like a puppy a lot of the time.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1754/28589346298_60136e296d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KykSBL)IMGP7213-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/KykSBL) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 31, 2018, 04:37:38 pm
And Slobo: Thanks for redoing. I see it now. Definitely worth a second try.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on June 11, 2018, 08:04:20 am
Luna looks like she's really enjoying that tube!! FWIW, I was not able to see your original photo either Slobodan, it is indeed very cool!
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Post by: MattBurt on June 12, 2018, 12:28:10 am
Luna came on a long hike yesterday. Still a little tired today.
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Post by: pcgpcg on June 13, 2018, 01:19:12 am
Post by: MattBurt on June 13, 2018, 11:39:56 am
Don't let her eat those plants...
She eats a little grass from time to time but has no interest in the skunk cabbage.
Yesterday we had a nice morning at the lake, paddleboarding with friends and family. Luna loves going to the lake!
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Post by: GreggP on June 13, 2018, 02:33:11 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1746/40969111040_ca8ce89641.jpg)
(https://flic.kr/p/25qipns)Striking a pose. (https://flic.kr/p/25qipns) by Gregg Plummer (https://www.flickr.com/photos/72875222@N00/), on Flickr
Post by: MattBurt on June 19, 2018, 11:31:03 am
Winnie and Wally
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(https://flic.kr/p/25qipns)Striking a pose. (https://flic.kr/p/25qipns) by Gregg Plummer (https://www.flickr.com/photos/72875222@N00/), on Flickr
Great!
Post by: MattBurt on June 19, 2018, 11:32:26 am
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on June 20, 2018, 06:32:32 am
Gregg, your two are just adorable, our neighbor had a Basset Hound years back and he was a great, fun, dog!! She/he looks so regal on the chair, great catch!!
Post by: MattBurt on June 20, 2018, 11:41:12 am
Matt, Luna on the paddle board is JUST AMAZING!! My guy would have me in the water in seconds.
Gregg, your two are just adorable, our neighbor had a Basset Hound years back and he was a great, fun, dog!! She/he looks so regal on the chair, great catch!!
Thanks! She likes to ride on the board or wade but isn't fond of swimming so once on, she wants to stay on until near the shallows again. Sometimes she just runs along the shore for remote stretches too.
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Post by: MattBurt on July 16, 2018, 01:20:03 pm
This drought is great for wading!
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1764/42502409465_d19f59cf0e_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/27KMXzc)
Tall grass is a favorite of hers.
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Post by: Bob_B on July 17, 2018, 01:51:15 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on July 17, 2018, 01:58:33 pm
Post by: MattBurt on July 17, 2018, 02:02:53 pm
"Juan's Mood"
Very nice! The thin DOF was done perfectly! Super cute kitty too.
My hope for this thread was high quality pet photos rather than documentary snaps and this certainly makes the cut!
Post by: Bob_B on July 17, 2018, 04:46:29 pm
Bob, Juan's Mood is just wonderfully done! You also have some truly great shots rotating on your website's home page, the water droplets, Grosbeak, and the wasp (I think) are just outfrigginstanding!!!
Thanks ever so much Kevin.
Post by: Bob_B on July 17, 2018, 04:48:01 pm
Very nice! The thin DOF was done perfectly! Super cute kitty too.
My hope for this thread was high quality pet photos rather than documentary snaps and this certainly makes the cut!
Thanks Matt. (I sometimes wonder if pets=dogs. Nice to know cats are welcomed too.) ;)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on July 17, 2018, 04:58:56 pm
Post by: MattBurt on July 17, 2018, 05:16:33 pm
Thanks Matt. (I sometimes wonder if pets=dogs. Nice to know cats are welcomed too.) ;)
I think if it's an animal you keep as a companion, then it counts!
There is a photo of my cat a couple of pages back. She isn't quite as an enthusiastic model as Luna so I don't get as many cat photos. :)
Post by: Bob_B on July 17, 2018, 06:08:21 pm
Post by: MattBurt on July 20, 2018, 10:31:37 am
I went with the retro film look as it seems to go with the flawed shot.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/857/41712625790_597cf7e538_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/26y17ph)IMGP1104-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/26y17ph) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on July 20, 2018, 01:19:22 pm
Kitty's expression really conveys the intensity of the hunt.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on July 30, 2018, 06:29:19 am
nyah, nyah, nyah,nyah,nyah!
Our Ralphie is growing up very, very,nicely. He's eating us out of house and home! He now weighs over 45 pounds!! It's just about time for his trip to the Vet for the operation that no guy likes to do to another. It is the item of neutering of which I speak!! Gosh, my knees reflexively clapped together when I typed that.
Jeremy, is there a medical term for that "reflex" : :)
By the by, I apologize for not catching any action outdoor stuff but my lower back is really killing me! I may just have to see about a surgical option, oh well.
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Post by: Peter McLennan on July 30, 2018, 09:45:40 am
I went with the retro film look as it seems to go with the flawed shot.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/857/41712625790_597cf7e538_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/26y17ph)IMGP1104-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/26y17ph) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Flawed nuttin! That's a great shot. The blurred foliage adds motion, velocity, tension. Her face is sharp on my screen.
Post by: Ivo_B on July 30, 2018, 01:52:30 pm
Our Tomcat
Post by: Ivo_B on July 30, 2018, 01:55:10 pm
Some of our incubator chickens...
Post by: MattBurt on July 31, 2018, 11:43:54 am
Flawed nuttin! That's a great shot. The blurred foliage adds motion, velocity, tension. Her face is sharp on my screen.
Thanks Peter! Her face is relatively sharp but not quite as much as it could be under close inspection. I wish the shutter was just a little faster. I'll try again when I get the chance and try to improve on that aspect.
Post by: MattBurt on July 31, 2018, 11:45:10 am
Yeah!!
Some of our incubator chickens...
Those are great photos! Cute chicks too! Will they be laying eggs for you or going into the pot?
Post by: MattBurt on July 31, 2018, 11:47:55 am
The lens is one of those oddball Pentax primes, a 43mm f/1.9. A late film-era lens with screw drive AF.
Seems pretty nice for portraiture. Luna was a willing subject as long as the treats kept coming.
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Post by: Ivophoto on July 31, 2018, 01:47:02 pm
Those are great photos! Cute chicks too! Will they be laying eggs for you or going into the pot?
The pot it was.
Post by: James Clark on August 02, 2018, 12:02:22 pm
Post by: MattBurt on August 02, 2018, 12:08:54 pm
Last weekend, after several weeks of gradual decline, my wife's first pet, Stella, was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma - it's essentially untreatable, and generally results in massive internal bleeding and a host of other very traumatic issues for the dog in very short order, so we took her home and made the decision to say goodbye to her tomorrow. She's 15 (Stella, not my wife ;) ) though, so she's had a really good run, and this is the kind of dog that would much rather stop wasting away and move on to whatever comes next than go out in confused agony in week or two anyway. We spent yesterday taking some pictures of her, and I want to share them. Thanks for taking a second and looking.
My condolences, James. That always such a hard thing to do but it sounds like you made the right call. :'(
Post by: James Clark on August 02, 2018, 12:12:09 pm
My condolences, James. That always such a hard thing to do but it sounds like you made the right call. :'(
I really appreciate that - it's pretty brutal, and certainly more so for my wife than me. This was her pup from her first years on her own - Stella was a street dog that my wife took in and they sort of became "adults' together.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on August 02, 2018, 02:42:05 pm
I trust you will post prints of all three of those images on a wall in your home. They will provide beautiful memories.
Post by: Bob_B on August 02, 2018, 03:58:16 pm
Post by: Bob_B on August 02, 2018, 04:00:24 pm
That's Lola who tries her best to block out the rest of the world.
Post by: James Clark on August 02, 2018, 04:04:14 pm
Post by: James Clark on August 02, 2018, 05:22:04 pm
My condolences, too.
I trust you will post prints of all three of those images on a wall in your home. They will provide beautiful memories.
Thanks Eric. I hope they do print nicely :)
Post by: MattBurt on August 04, 2018, 05:35:48 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1838/43848182981_f9df3141e2_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/29NHp9R)
Post by: LesPalenik on August 06, 2018, 01:21:27 am
Post by: Rob C on August 07, 2018, 10:41:02 am
Has anyone else noted the common currency that seems to exist between pretty creatures on their backs and fur coats?
For the vets: Nikon F or F2 with Nikkor 2.8/35mm.
Post by: RSL on August 07, 2018, 11:00:27 am
Post by: Slobodan Blagojevic on August 07, 2018, 11:13:20 am
Now there's a pet it would be fun to have around.
Oh, no... don't get me started on possible puns :D
Post by: MattBurt on August 07, 2018, 11:23:28 am
Now there's a pet it would be fun to have around.
This kind can be very high maintenance.
Post by: digitaldog on August 07, 2018, 11:38:22 am
Now there's a pet it would be fun to have around.Full disclosure: neither are my pets but I thought the old horn-dogs would get excited about it otherwise.... :o
Post by: Ivo_B on August 07, 2018, 11:43:02 am
Full disclosure: neither are my pets but I thought the old horn-dogs would get excited about it otherwise.... :o
Nice joinery
Post by: RSL on August 07, 2018, 12:11:13 pm
Full disclosure: neither are my pets but I thought the old horn-dogs would get excited about it otherwise.... :o
Neither is, Andrew. And you don't want to make the pets plural. "Neither one is my pet."
Post by: Slobodan Blagojevic on August 07, 2018, 12:11:44 pm
Full disclosure: neither are my pets...
Do you even have the copyright?
Post by: digitaldog on August 07, 2018, 12:13:22 pm
Do you even have the copyright?Yes. Next silly question.
Post by: Rob C on August 07, 2018, 03:37:57 pm
I filled some holes today, left by a heater I removed from the bedroom wall. The paint - marfil arenal - has faded a delightful shade of pale over the years, and the filler is maximum white.
Shows you how useless is Photoshop in real life: I actually need to buy some paint!
;-)
Post by: BobDavid on August 08, 2018, 02:14:29 pm
Post by: RSL on August 08, 2018, 03:27:59 pm
Post by: BobDavid on August 08, 2018, 06:22:53 pm
Good grief, Bob, that little dog has an awfully big butt.
Nothin' like a super wide angle closeup to display Little Guy's true character.
Post by: Patricia Sheley on August 08, 2018, 10:12:29 pm
This can not really be the Lula Bob David~(doesn't seem possible)
Post by: BobDavid on August 09, 2018, 01:36:11 am
Not fair Bob, unless you outfit "Pups" with his own wide angle go pro to return the ?favor?. Not quite the same playing field as "do you think I look fat in this?"
This can not really be the Lula Bob David~(doesn't seem possible)
Ha! I'm BobDavid.
Post by: Patricia Sheley on August 09, 2018, 07:05:55 am
Post by: Rob C on August 09, 2018, 08:01:01 am
Good grief, Bob, that little dog has an awfully big butt.
I had no idea: I thought it a kangaroo!
Rob
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on August 27, 2018, 03:38:25 pm
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168035117.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on September 04, 2018, 12:38:41 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1869/43744181884_9a1215e977_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/29Dwnfu)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on September 04, 2018, 12:45:29 pm
Post by: MattBurt on September 04, 2018, 01:09:35 pm
Beautiful dog Matt and what a lovely location!!! The far background looks almost like a painting. wow
Thanks! It's been nice to get some clouds and weather again lately.
My house is just out of the frame near the lower left corner. 8)
Post by: MattBurt on September 12, 2018, 04:24:07 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1857/42826783140_894c76ff04_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/28fssyL)
Post by: MattBurt on September 26, 2018, 04:51:50 pm
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1899/29770663947_3041af62fe_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/MmJrcr)IMGP3046-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/MmJrcr) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: digitaldog on September 26, 2018, 04:57:22 pm
Out for a 7 hour walk with my wife and me.7 hours? Man, don't tell my three boys. They get 1.5 hours in the morning and maybe an hour in the afternoon.
They are also off leash and in a very open area where they can run like crazy but I suspect IF I could ask them, they'd want more than 2.5 hours per day; I'm too old for that!
Post by: MattBurt on September 26, 2018, 05:19:37 pm
7 hours? Man, don't tell my three boys. They get 1.5 hours in the morning and maybe an hour in the afternoon.
They are also off leash and in a very open area where they can run like crazy but I suspect IF I could ask them, they'd want more than 2.5 hours per day; I'm too old for that!
Not every walk is that long, in fact most aren't. We were climbing a nearby peak (12,631' Mt. Gothic) and the clear skies allowed us to take our time. She's a strong hiker and has gradually worked up to these long high altitude ones. Then we take it easy for a day or two after so we can all recover.
Post by: armand on October 11, 2018, 11:23:17 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 12, 2018, 12:21:56 am
Post by: MattBurt on October 12, 2018, 12:53:58 am
Found a use for the RX10 ;D
:D :D :D
Post by: MattBurt on October 12, 2018, 12:55:22 am
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Post by: Chairman Bill on October 14, 2018, 03:56:36 am
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on October 14, 2018, 07:33:06 am
Still no pet of my own, but mates have them & we get to hang out in the pub together occasionally :-)
The first is very nicely done, Bill.
Jeremy
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 14, 2018, 08:25:07 am
The first is very nicely done, Bill.I agree.
Jeremy
Did you buy him a pint?
Post by: MattBurt on October 15, 2018, 12:15:32 am
Post by: BobDavid on October 18, 2018, 12:44:53 pm
Still no pet of my own, but mates have them & we get to hang out in the pub together occasionally :-)
I like them both, particularly the second. ...looks like you captured the dog's character...
Post by: MattBurt on October 25, 2018, 12:21:02 am
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1917/44631719755_68f50a516b_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2aZXekz)
Post by: Kiwi Paul on October 25, 2018, 02:05:14 am
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Post by: Bob_B on October 25, 2018, 09:56:58 am
Post by: Two23 on October 25, 2018, 11:22:47 pm
Kent in SD
Post by: armand on November 01, 2018, 07:26:20 pm
Post by: MattBurt on November 04, 2018, 10:20:24 am
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on November 07, 2018, 03:08:49 pm
Here is their new kitten "Red" sleeping on the back of "Enzo" about a 6 year old Spinone Italiano. There are also two other dogs in the house another Spinone and a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog...yikes!!
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168375207.jpg)
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168375206.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on November 07, 2018, 03:30:46 pm
Strictly speaking these are not my pets. they belong to my friend of over 50 years so i guess it counts!
Here is their new kitten "Red" sleeping on the back of "Enzo" about a 6 year old Spinone Italiano. There are also two other dogs in the house another Spinone and a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog...yikes!!
So cute! I love it when they have inter-species cuddles.
Post by: Ivophoto on November 07, 2018, 04:28:24 pm
Strictly speaking these are not my pets. they belong to my friend of over 50 years so i guess it counts!
Here is their new kitten "Red" sleeping on the back of "Enzo" about a 6 year old Spinone Italiano. There are also two other dogs in the house another Spinone and a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog...yikes!!
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168375207.jpg)
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168375206.jpg)
Yep, we also had such a cat dog relation at home.
I never forget that look in the dogs face when the cat was sleeping with him. I kind of embarrassing, guilt,....
Post by: MattBurt on November 27, 2018, 11:56:54 am
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4830/45985234712_8a01a5232e_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2d4ymbm)
Post by: John R on November 27, 2018, 12:17:00 pm
Luna in the snow last weekendLovley. White on white.
JR
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on November 27, 2018, 12:40:25 pm
Post by: James Clark on November 27, 2018, 01:17:40 pm
Post by: MattBurt on November 27, 2018, 03:11:32 pm
Post by: rabanito on December 03, 2018, 06:01:25 am
Post by: MattBurt on December 03, 2018, 11:42:01 am
Samir and Pochito
Cute! The last shot is great.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on December 31, 2018, 09:43:30 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168612521/large.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on January 02, 2019, 01:28:08 pm
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7810/45652237025_ff3ec2bb40_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2cy8DyV)
Post by: petermfiore on January 18, 2019, 07:38:22 am
Peter
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 18, 2019, 07:45:44 am
Post by: MattBurt on January 18, 2019, 12:41:47 pm
BeBe is our new puppy...Sometimes a little devil
Peter
Ooh, those puppy teeth can be brutal! I like the fierceness of that shot. Cute pup!
Post by: combsequine on January 19, 2019, 01:21:15 pm
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on January 19, 2019, 02:02:14 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 19, 2019, 07:16:49 pm
Post by: combsequine on January 20, 2019, 03:34:30 pm
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 03, 2019, 10:19:35 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168771191.jpg)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 03, 2019, 12:36:29 pm
I trust you immediately threw out your camera and replaced it with one having a totally silent shutter. ;)
It's a nice capture, but I agree that it would have been even nicer with the ears down.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 03, 2019, 01:29:52 pm
I now try to leave it on vibrate as it's the only way I know of to easily lose that damm fake shutter click!!
Post by: ned on February 03, 2019, 06:10:57 pm
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Post by: rabanito on February 04, 2019, 04:30:21 am
Boring...
Post by: rabanito on February 04, 2019, 04:34:25 am
Hi Eric, good thought but it was my iPhone :(I never catch my cat sleeping with his ears down ;D
I now try to leave it on vibrate as it's the only way I know of to easily lose that damm fake shutter click!!
His radars are always moving
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 04, 2019, 07:47:30 am
(http://www.pbase.com/keving/image/168774566.jpg)
Post by: Patricia Sheley on February 04, 2019, 12:25:38 pm
Post by: MattBurt on February 04, 2019, 01:05:15 pm
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 14, 2019, 07:30:15 am
He really was attracted to this Boxer for some reason.
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/168816459.jpg)
The Golden Retriver also held his interest for a bit as well.
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/168816460.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on February 14, 2019, 05:40:08 pm
As usual we were ALL glued to the television to watch the Westminster Dog Show. Our new arrival however was quite confused that he could see but not sniff the contestants. Our breeder who hails from Nova Scotia had one of her Elkhounds entered in the group but she did not take the group this year. Apologies for the crooked angles guys :)
He really was attracted to this Boxer for some reason.The Golden Retriver also held his interest for a bit as well.
Cute!
Post by: MattBurt on February 14, 2019, 05:42:02 pm
I always wanted a snow cat. ;D
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7806/32152655237_67108a263d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QZdLdM)
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7883/46370874844_b52ae6f527_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2dDCRy9)
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Post by: petermfiore on February 16, 2019, 10:47:30 pm
Peter
Post by: rabanito on February 17, 2019, 07:48:25 am
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 17, 2019, 10:54:11 am
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/168828847.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on February 25, 2019, 11:38:57 am
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7856/47153027292_c8546235dc_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2eQKAeb)
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on February 25, 2019, 02:22:26 pm
Post by: RSL on February 25, 2019, 04:19:59 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 25, 2019, 04:29:57 pm
Rollin on the River"Nice kitty!"
Post by: LesPalenik on February 25, 2019, 04:43:44 pm
Post by: MattBurt on February 25, 2019, 05:13:29 pm
Post by: LesPalenik on February 25, 2019, 05:29:09 pm
Well, what are their names? Can they do any tricks?
The name is Ali, and it can snap a duck.
Post by: kers on February 25, 2019, 08:49:45 pm
One thing I really like is getting white on white shots with Luna. She looks great in the snow for a high key shot. I may not have a chance to get more of these kinds of shots for months now so here are a couple of my favorites from this past winter.
very nice...and a beautiful animal- indeed part of the snowy landscape
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on March 17, 2019, 07:35:54 am
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/168928033.jpg)
Post by: MattBurt on March 24, 2019, 01:06:41 am
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7813/32511744127_493efa4967_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RwXbQx)
Post by: John R on March 24, 2019, 10:07:33 pm
The snow base is firm enough for Luna to go on a short ski with me next to town this afternoon. Pretty fun for me and I think she really enjoyed it too.Oh my goodness- Luna appears for all the world to be Queen of your town!!
JR
Post by: MattBurt on April 03, 2019, 03:56:17 pm
Oh my goodness- Luna appears for all the world to be Queen of your town!!
JR
She definitely thinks so!
Post by: MattBurt on April 03, 2019, 06:57:43 pm
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Post by: petermfiore on April 13, 2019, 01:01:29 pm
Peter
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 13, 2019, 01:07:04 pm
I guess there isn't a real Dognip, analogous to Catnip.
Here's the real dope on Catnip (highly recommended):
"What shall we do with a catnipped kitty?" (https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2019/3/18/1842972/-Moondai-Furkids-What-Shall-We-Do-with-a-Catnipped-Kitty?utm_campaign=trending)
:)
Post by: MattBurt on April 13, 2019, 03:59:38 pm
A nice walk helps too.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/7864/47596932501_6633342f85_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2fvYHMg)IMGP9614 (https://flic.kr/p/2fvYHMg) by Matt Burt (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mattbnet/), on Flickr
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on April 20, 2019, 08:15:42 am
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/169082512.jpg)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 20, 2019, 01:17:42 pm
Post by: armand on April 30, 2019, 10:47:21 pm
Post by: Chairman Bill on May 01, 2019, 01:17:50 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 12, 2019, 06:19:46 pm
On our first anniversary we went out to dinner, and came back to find Hugo under the downstairs porch of our apartment (we had the second floor.)
He had apparently been hit by a car crossing the street, so we rushed him to the animal hospital. They operated on him, inserting pins to rebuild his broken leg bones, and after a few days he came home with a bag brace on the broken leg. As soon as he had energy enough to get out of the carton we had for his bed, he dragged himself to the back door, asking to go out onto our second-floor porch, from which his habit had been to jump down to the roof of the garage on the first floor, and from there to the ground.
Here he is, wondering why we won't open the door.
Post by: John R on May 12, 2019, 08:18:27 pm
JR
Post by: Todd Suttles on May 13, 2019, 06:52:18 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on May 13, 2019, 11:23:26 pm
I suspect the birdhouse in one of cat's favorite hangouts.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on May 14, 2019, 06:41:04 am
Post by: MattBurt on June 26, 2019, 10:21:10 am
Luna was thrilled to spend the day playing on it.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48130405923_e491db541b_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gk7UQT)
Summit lunch selfie at 12,380'. We were pretty hungry by then!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48130381421_9873bd927c_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gk7Myr)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on July 07, 2019, 08:09:00 am
Post by: petermfiore on July 07, 2019, 12:49:36 pm
Post by: MattBurt on July 07, 2019, 05:37:05 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on July 07, 2019, 06:50:30 pm
Post by: armand on July 08, 2019, 04:19:43 pm
Post by: MattBurt on August 12, 2019, 12:43:12 pm
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Post by: Kevin Gallagher on August 13, 2019, 02:45:24 pm
LINK (https://vimeo.com/353633758)
Post by: MattBurt on August 19, 2019, 12:34:17 am
I think Luna had a good time.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48572639617_493b9f967d_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h1ctvK)
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on August 28, 2019, 10:25:51 am
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/169695685.jpg)
(https://pbase.com/keving/image/169695684.jpg)
Post by: Martin Kristiansen on August 30, 2019, 04:59:11 am
Post by: MattBurt on August 30, 2019, 09:38:03 am
Jasper and Tilly a pair of Ridgebacks. We have had jasper for two years and Tilly the pup for just a week. This morning when I took this photo was the first time they clicked and played together. They are both rescues.
Cute and a nice photo! Thanks for posting!
Post by: MattBurt on September 03, 2019, 12:31:35 am
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Post by: Martin Kristiansen on September 03, 2019, 06:58:17 am
Frida has big dreams
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48668855771_37bf556045_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2h9GBdX)
Hahaha. Typical cat. Just can’t help themselves. Nice shot.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on September 03, 2019, 08:57:08 am
Post by: MattBurt on September 20, 2019, 12:49:55 am
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Post by: John R on September 20, 2019, 01:20:08 am
JR
Post by: MattBurt on September 20, 2019, 09:28:22 am
Hahaha. Typical cat. Just can’t help themselves. Nice shot.
Priceless!!
Last two, Frida and sunset walk are really nice, Matt.
JR
Thanks all! They just keep presenting me with good opportunities. :)
Post by: RBFritz on September 20, 2019, 12:42:01 pm
Post by: RBFritz on September 20, 2019, 12:48:08 pm
Post by: Chairman Bill on September 21, 2019, 04:17:13 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on September 21, 2019, 08:53:35 am
Post by: MattBurt on September 22, 2019, 12:58:18 am
Very insistent on where her water came from. Fresh tap.
It's the best! I had a cat that insisted on that too.
Post by: RBFritz on September 22, 2019, 11:07:30 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on September 23, 2019, 06:21:59 am
Wow! First thing in the morning for her. The other one ,Allison, wanted ice in her water bowl. Go figure."Shaken, not stirred???" :D
Post by: MattBurt on October 02, 2019, 04:38:49 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 02, 2019, 11:29:16 pm
Post by: MattBurt on October 17, 2019, 12:52:10 am
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Post by: John R on October 17, 2019, 01:31:10 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 17, 2019, 11:49:30 am
Sorry Matt, you are second fiddle to Heroic Luna. She is depicted so well, Long Live Luna!+1.
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on October 17, 2019, 12:02:08 pm
Until I retire. won't be having another dog, so I occasionally borrow them from friends. This is a friend's Otterhound. He's very big.
I love Otterhounds but you don't see too many of them, nice catch Bill!
Post by: MattBurt on October 17, 2019, 01:17:22 pm
Sorry Matt, you are second fiddle to Heroic Luna. She is depicted so well, Long Live Luna!
Ha ha yes, it's true. Maybe I can ride her coattails and get some recognition by association.
She's a hero in her own mind! Unless there is a scary noise or a particularly menacing looking stump.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48909295076_4dd78ae393_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hvWVsd)
Post by: MattBurt on October 18, 2019, 10:53:37 am
Post by: MattBurt on November 08, 2019, 12:30:56 am
Post by: James Clark on December 05, 2019, 05:25:07 pm
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48919093396_2fdb35dac2_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hwP99L)
Execptional. :)
Post by: John R on December 05, 2019, 06:27:35 pm
Execptional. :)Indeed! Lucky dog.
JR
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on December 05, 2019, 07:25:05 pm
Post by: James Clark on January 06, 2020, 03:20:36 pm
Post by: MattBurt on January 06, 2020, 04:54:26 pm
Lucas the cat, with an avocado
Good one! He looks like a nice kitty. :)
...and thanks John!
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on January 12, 2020, 11:22:27 am
Jeremy
Post by: Martin Kristiansen on January 12, 2020, 12:08:46 pm
Post by: MattBurt on January 12, 2020, 06:31:45 pm
Lola. Friends' pet, not mine, but I'll stretch the point.
Jeremy
Super cute pup and a great shot!
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on January 13, 2020, 04:00:41 am
Super cute pup and a great shot!
Thanks, Matt. She was gorgeous. Four months old, collie / poodle cross.
Jeremy
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on January 15, 2020, 02:22:27 pm
Jeremy
Post by: MattBurt on January 15, 2020, 03:28:57 pm
Same beach, this time the dog is ours.
Jeremy
Awesome, love it! Hilarious expression.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 15, 2020, 08:40:35 pm
Awesome, love it! Hilarious expression.+1.
Post by: MattBurt on February 20, 2020, 12:47:36 am
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 20, 2020, 08:19:07 pm
I was getting a little worried. ;)
Post by: Martin Kristiansen on February 21, 2020, 01:34:42 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 21, 2020, 06:12:36 am
Post by: MattBurt on February 21, 2020, 12:00:58 pm
Yes. I have noticed you have shown several shots recently without her.
I was getting a little worried. ;)
Thanks for the concern. :)
She had to take a month off of off-leash walks this winter because she strained her shoulder getting all crazy in deep snow.
If I have to keep her on the leash, I need to choose between dog walking and photography so for that month those activities were happening separately.
But now she is back to her old self and can run around while I shoot again which I think we both appreciate.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 21, 2020, 07:55:55 pm
Post by: MattBurt on February 23, 2020, 07:08:45 pm
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Post by: armand on February 23, 2020, 07:18:26 pm
The cat, Frida likes to come along on short walks. Pretty funny to watch them interact!
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I like it. That cat is quite big!
Post by: MattBurt on February 24, 2020, 12:28:13 pm
I like it. That cat is quite big!
Thanks! She's not a small cat but not huge. The fur adds a lot and of course she is making herself look bigger here. You fell for it! ;D
Luna is also not as big as she looks in photos. 35 Lbs or so.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 24, 2020, 01:59:29 pm
Post by: MattBurt on August 18, 2020, 12:40:11 am
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on August 18, 2020, 02:08:35 pm
Post by: MattBurt on August 18, 2020, 04:10:33 pm
Does Luna wear a Kelty backpack on these excursions? ;)
Our old dog had one (not sure what brand it was) but Luna is small and honestly kind of a spaz so we spared her the burden and us the worry. :)
Post by: fdisilvestro on August 19, 2020, 09:01:06 am
Luna came backpacking with us a couple of weeks ago and did great!
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Awesome picture!
Post by: MattBurt on August 19, 2020, 10:01:14 am
Awesome picture!
Thanks! With a great model and beautiful setting all I had to do was not blow it! :)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on August 19, 2020, 07:54:19 pm
Our old dog had one (not sure what brand it was) but Luna is small and honestly kind of a spaz so we spared her the burden and us the worry. :)Now I understand why she looks so happy in every photo.
Post by: James Clark on August 19, 2020, 09:35:31 pm
Here are Owen (border collie in the lead) and Wyatt (aussie behind) working at the dog gym. Wyatt is a special case - he's a rescue and had never been properly socialized, and we got him, he couldn't even go out in public due to fear issues. Still a way to go, but he's made huge improvements :)
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on August 20, 2020, 11:32:10 am
It looks as if Wyatt is making good progress.
Post by: MattBurt on August 20, 2020, 12:02:33 pm
Glad to see Luna doing well :)
Here are Owen (border collie in the lead) and Wyatt (aussie behind) working at the dog gym. Wyatt is a special case - he's a rescue and had never been properly socialized, and we got him, he couldn't even go out in public due to fear issues. Still a way to go, but he's made huge improvements :)
Thanks! She had some tough times this summer with having a growth (like a wart) removed from the corner of her eye and then not long after she bolted out the door after a fox and cut herself on something and had to get stitches. All that after her strained shoulder from punchy snow this spring but now she is ready to rally!
I bet she would like agility training. We have not tried it formally but she definitely gets some along the way on our adventures.
Your pups seems to be enjoying that very much. They look very happy and healthy!
Post by: William Walker on August 20, 2020, 12:08:28 pm
Post by: MattBurt on September 09, 2020, 03:32:41 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on September 12, 2020, 10:27:53 am
Post by: Chairman Bill on October 08, 2020, 12:18:37 pm
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on October 08, 2020, 12:40:22 pm
Post by: MattBurt on October 08, 2020, 12:41:06 pm
Our pub was faced with closure so the village got together and bought it. It's now a Community Pub. The new publicans have brought a new pub dog with them (every pub should have a dog). Here she is.
Cute! And wow, that's some great socialism in action. :)
Does the dog go home with someone at night? We don't seem to have pub dogs over here. Closest thing is the hardware store cat.
Post by: Jeremy Roussak on October 08, 2020, 12:43:04 pm
Our pub was faced with closure so the village got together and bought it. It's now a Community Pub. The new publicans have brought a new pub dog with them (every pub should have a dog). Here she is.
That's a very well-processed B&W, Bill.
Good story, too. What's the name of the pub? If I'm ever in the area, I'll be sure to drop in for a pint or two.
Jeremy
Post by: MattBurt on October 08, 2020, 12:59:41 pm
Post by: James Clark on October 08, 2020, 02:42:29 pm
Our pub was faced with closure so the village got together and bought it. It's now a Community Pub. The new publicans have brought a new pub dog with them (every pub should have a dog). Here she is.
Love this image!
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 08, 2020, 02:46:11 pm
Wow, great story Bill!!! Pretty dog as well.I agree.
Post by: Chairman Bill on October 08, 2020, 06:05:23 pm
It's the New Inn, Halse, in Somerset, so if you're ever in SW England, call in. You can even stay here.
Post by: MattBurt on October 09, 2020, 01:44:59 pm
The new publicans live in the pub, so the dog stays the night :-)
It's the New Inn, Halse, in Somerset, so if you're ever in SW England, call in. You can even stay here.
Sounds nice! I was born and lived my first few years in Fulham so it's possible I'll make it to that part of the world again one day.
Post by: Chairman Bill on October 09, 2020, 04:51:16 pm
Sounds nice! I was born and lived my first few years in Fulham so it's possible I'll make it to that part of the world again one day.
Lots of good photo opportunities hereabouts. A guided tour of Dartmoor/Exmoor/Quantock Hills for anyone who wants it.
Post by: MattBurt on October 09, 2020, 05:22:34 pm
Lots of good photo opportunities hereabouts. A guided tour of Dartmoor/Exmoor/Quantock Hills for anyone who wants it.
As long as you can conjure up some mist for me!
One day when it's safe to travel again I need to catch up on my travels!
Post by: digitaldog on October 09, 2020, 05:33:50 pm
Post by: Frans Waterlander on October 09, 2020, 05:48:12 pm
Our new, 3 month old Whippet (Onyx).Lovely dog! Is it "the digital dog"?
Post by: digitaldog on October 09, 2020, 05:54:23 pm
Lovely dog! Is it "the digital dog"?No.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 09, 2020, 05:56:39 pm
Lovely dog! Is it "the digital dog"?Must be!
Post by: MattBurt on October 09, 2020, 06:19:11 pm
Our new, 3 month old Whippet (Onyx).
Great photo and such a cutie. Pretty fast too, I bet!
Post by: digitaldog on October 09, 2020, 06:59:54 pm
Pretty fast too, I bet!At three months (today) he's a bit young to be going full bore. But he will be fast, like his middle brother Pi Dough seen below with Wagyu.
It is said, Whippets have two speeds: Zero and 35mph. :D
Post by: Kevin Gallagher on October 10, 2020, 07:48:15 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 10, 2020, 09:40:16 am
Even if he's young, his expression already seems to be asking "You wanna race me?"
Post by: MattBurt on October 13, 2020, 01:04:40 pm
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Post by: armand on October 13, 2020, 01:29:08 pm
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Post by: Jeremy Roussak on October 13, 2020, 02:11:20 pm
The new publicans live in the pub, so the dog stays the night :-)
It's the New Inn, Halse, in Somerset, so if you're ever in SW England, call in. You can even stay here.
Bill, it would be great to add you to the list of "LuLa people I've met". Once this bloody virus is under control...
Jeremy
Post by: Chairman Bill on October 13, 2020, 04:08:53 pm
Post by: MattBurt on November 15, 2020, 12:27:00 am
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Post by: MattBurt on November 22, 2020, 12:13:00 am
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Post by: MattBurt on November 25, 2020, 01:25:23 am
Invariably she ends up in some too.
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Post by: MattBurt on November 29, 2020, 12:18:05 am
Where's Luna?
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Post by: petermfiore on January 15, 2021, 10:44:01 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 15, 2021, 10:47:17 am
I hope you have painted some portraits of Bebe too.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 15, 2021, 10:48:13 am
I think I found Luna.
She is the white object in that photo. ;)
Nice shots, both.
Post by: MattBurt on January 15, 2021, 10:55:05 am
Matt:
I think I found Luna.
She is the white object in that photo. ;)
Nice shots, both.
Thanks Eric! Yes, the white thing. :)
Post by: MattBurt on February 02, 2021, 01:04:30 am
The snow is a little thin but it's enough!
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 02, 2021, 09:33:17 am
Post by: MattBurt on February 02, 2021, 11:14:38 am
What? No skis for her yet?
She's a purist.
Post by: MattBurt on February 15, 2021, 12:13:48 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 15, 2021, 06:05:45 pm
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 22, 2021, 05:01:33 pm
They are actually a sled-dog team in transit somewhere in western Massachusetts a few years ago.
Post by: James Clark on February 22, 2021, 05:04:49 pm
Luna in her element over the weekend
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Does she ever wear boots or anything? I know dogs have built-in "pad heaters" to some extent - just wondering if she needs anything else or if she's good to go as is?
Post by: James Clark on February 22, 2021, 05:07:03 pm
Post by: MattBurt on February 23, 2021, 01:05:15 pm
She is an excellent snow dog.
I agree!
Does she ever wear boots or anything? I know dogs have built-in "pad heaters" to some extent - just wondering if she needs anything else or if she's good to go as is?
No she doesn't. She seems to be genetically well equipped for this. She does get too hot in the summer sometimes so that is when I need to be more careful I think. She will also get cold when it's really cold out (well below zero) but on just about any day I would go out she will be fine and thrilled to be there.
Our previous dog used to get snow clumps pretty badly in her paws and also on her belly but Luna just naturally sheds snow.
I have a feeling she would not like booties. We tried them on our previous dog who was much mellower and she didn't like them either. Luna hates stuff on her like that. The cone of shame is her worst nightmare (or second worst after just being at the vet).
Post by: MattBurt on February 23, 2021, 01:06:32 pm
First time in the snow for our baby aussie.
How exciting! Did she love it?
Post by: petermfiore on April 04, 2021, 04:35:32 pm
Peter
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 04, 2021, 11:57:56 pm
Post by: petermfiore on April 05, 2021, 01:40:51 pm
A good shake.
A good shake, a little twist, and another good shake. And Bebe is ready for another soak.
Post by: MattBurt on April 17, 2021, 12:51:13 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 17, 2021, 01:25:40 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 19, 2021, 01:06:21 am
Luna is a very photogenic dog.
Thanks Eric. She's a bit of a diva too but we love her.
Post by: MattBurt on May 21, 2021, 06:13:49 pm
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Post by: Bob_B on May 23, 2021, 09:59:16 am
Post by: petermfiore on July 13, 2021, 01:52:35 pm
Peter
Post by: MattBurt on July 13, 2021, 03:18:52 pm
Bebe coming ashore...
Peter
Looks like a good time happening there!
Post by: petermfiore on July 13, 2021, 05:26:58 pm
Looks like a good time happening there!
Indeed...Bebe is an all-day water beast. Much fun.
Peter
Post by: MattBurt on July 14, 2021, 11:25:35 am
Indeed...Bebe is an all-day water beast. Much fun.
Peter
Luna only likes to wade but not swim. She's kind of a princess with water but will climb mountains all day.
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Post by: MattBurt on October 07, 2021, 01:29:40 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 07, 2021, 07:28:49 pm
I especially like the backlighting in the third.
Post by: John R on October 07, 2021, 10:37:04 pm
Good set.I like them all. What i need is a Luna to drag me out and about even when I don't feel like it :D
I especially like the backlighting in the third.
JR
Post by: MattBurt on October 08, 2021, 01:14:18 am
Good set.
I especially like the backlighting in the third.
I like them all. What i need is a Luna to drag me out and about even when I don't feel like it :D
JR
Thanks!
The light here has shifted away from that drab summer light very distinctly lately. I love it!
She certainly gets us out and my wife was out of town for a little while so I was the primary walk provider.
Luna is pretty spoiled so she requires a lot of walks. It really isn't so bad most days.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 08, 2021, 05:49:29 pm
Post by: rabanito on October 10, 2021, 06:51:39 am
Actually Amélie is not MY dog but she spends some time with me every week.
We're fond of each other :D
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on October 10, 2021, 09:56:50 am
Post by: Frans Waterlander on October 10, 2021, 11:58:09 am
Introducing a New Friend to the Pet Society.She looks like a Golden Retriever. My neighbor has one and she's the friendliest dog I've ever met. We're best buddies.
Actually Amélie is not MY dog but she spends some time with me every week.
We're fond of each other :D
Post by: rabanito on October 10, 2021, 02:39:29 pm
She looks like a real charmer (and a good weight-lifter.)Those are my 600g dumbbells. I lift them 3 times daily to stay fit, so I can carry my camera for more than 20m ;)
Post by: rabanito on October 10, 2021, 02:43:13 pm
She looks like a Golden Retriever. My neighbor has one and she's the friendliest dog I've ever met. We're best buddies.
Yes, so is she too, with exception taken from one or two other females :-)
Friendly, easygoing and always ready for anything
Post by: MattBurt on December 06, 2021, 01:43:30 pm
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Post by: John R on December 06, 2021, 05:22:18 pm
Luna out with me scouting for ice. Nothing skatable here that day!That's a beauty. Makes Luna look like Queen of the North.
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JR
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on December 06, 2021, 05:24:03 pm
Post by: MattBurt on December 06, 2021, 06:48:55 pm
Luna left her ice skates at home. She knew the ice wasn't ready.
Luna refuses to get on any ice that isn't covered in a layer of snow. Even then if it makes any of those eerie ice noises she's out! Then she just barks at me from the shore.
Post by: MattBurt on December 06, 2021, 06:49:35 pm
That's a beauty. Makes Luna look like Queen of the North.
JR
Thanks! She is definitely a bit of a princess. :)
Post by: MattBurt on December 27, 2021, 06:01:28 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on December 27, 2021, 11:31:14 pm
Post by: MattBurt on January 10, 2022, 04:13:34 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 10, 2022, 08:26:28 pm
Possibly the best Luna yet!
Post by: MattBurt on January 11, 2022, 12:36:23 am
That is terrific, Matt!
Possibly the best Luna yet!
Thanks! It was an unplanned grab shot that worked out.
Post by: francois on January 11, 2022, 11:53:55 am
I love it.
Post by: John R on January 11, 2022, 01:58:17 pm
That is terrific, Matt!I agree!
Possibly the best Luna yet!
JR
Post by: MattBurt on January 11, 2022, 03:32:21 pm
This last one is stunning… Without the upper part of the photo, it's easy to imagine a different dog…
I love it.
I agree!
JR
Thanks! It's also kind of fun to flip it upside down. It got me thinking about some new possibilities in future shadow shots .
Post by: MattBurt on January 27, 2022, 11:54:22 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 28, 2022, 10:54:15 am
Post by: MattBurt on January 28, 2022, 12:56:07 pm
Is Luna saying "Anybody want to go in for a dip with me?"
Definitely not! Luna will wade when it's warm but she is not a swimmer unless forced. She likes to keep her paws dry in the winter too.
What she did here is I was shooting away with my tripod and waiting for light and she was getting bored. So she came and posed for me all on her own in front of my subject. As soon as she hears the click of the shutter, she demands compensation. It reminds me of traveling in third world countries, lol.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 28, 2022, 05:18:20 pm
Post by: francois on January 29, 2022, 09:23:06 am
Smart dog!
I second that! :D
Post by: digitaldog on January 29, 2022, 11:25:57 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on January 29, 2022, 12:44:14 pm
Post by: MattBurt on January 30, 2022, 02:40:54 pm
Two weeks ago in White Sands, first time for the puppy Onyx (the black one). They all had a blast.
Looks like a great time! I've taken Luna to the Great Sand Dunes but we've never been to White Sands. One day...
Post by: digitaldog on January 30, 2022, 02:46:33 pm
Looks like a great time! I've taken Luna to the Great Sand Dunes but we've never been to White Sands. One day...The Great Sand Dunes (at least the ones near the border of NM) are cool, but no comparison to White Sands in size and awesomeness. But you don't want to go there in the summer and in fact, Winter is ideal for the afternoon.
Post by: MattBurt on January 30, 2022, 02:57:09 pm
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Post by: Michael West on January 30, 2022, 05:34:22 pm
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Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 04, 2022, 10:25:29 pm
Post by: MattBurt on February 06, 2022, 12:28:41 pm
That is one happy-looking Luna!
In her element! Always a good time.
Post by: francois on February 07, 2022, 08:53:09 am
Well done!
Post by: MattBurt on February 07, 2022, 03:55:31 pm
I love this one too. With the luminous snow, it's a very clean shot. Luna seems to be floating on snow…
Well done!
Thanks! She does kind of float once she gets wound up which she was here. This snow is on a frozen pond and the flat wide open space with snow is one of her favorite conditions. Without the snow coating she refuses to set foot on the ice.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on February 08, 2022, 09:35:08 am
Without the snow coating she refuses to set foot on the ice.Wise dog!
Post by: MattBurt on February 22, 2022, 05:41:23 pm
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Post by: MattBurt on March 01, 2022, 12:47:14 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 01, 2022, 10:38:04 am
Post by: rabanito on March 14, 2022, 05:37:06 pm
Post by: francois on March 15, 2022, 07:15:19 am
Luna is a very expressive dog.
Luna is a star!
Edit: typo.
Post by: francois on March 15, 2022, 07:16:33 am
Need some help, "Master"? ...He-he...
The dog becomes impatient… Hurry up!
A very good one.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 15, 2022, 11:54:17 pm
The dog becomes impatient… Hurry up!+1.
A very good one.
Post by: MattBurt on March 16, 2022, 05:53:44 pm
Post by: rabanito on March 20, 2022, 10:33:02 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 20, 2022, 11:02:00 am
You have real Grand Master there.
Post by: rabanito on March 21, 2022, 06:03:47 pm
Great catch, Rabanito.;D
You have real Grand Master there.
Post by: MattBurt on March 21, 2022, 07:10:08 pm
GM Rabanito captures a pawn
Classic cat! Love it.
Post by: rabanito on March 30, 2022, 04:36:56 am
Post by: MattBurt on March 30, 2022, 03:57:40 pm
Pochito while still homeless and Pochito some years later
A very handsome guy. Love those green eyes! Good for you (I assume) for taking him in!
Post by: rabanito on March 31, 2022, 11:19:48 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on March 31, 2022, 01:24:05 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 07, 2022, 10:15:19 am
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Post by: francois on April 07, 2022, 11:40:06 am
Well done, perfect timing.
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on April 07, 2022, 11:38:56 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 08, 2022, 03:05:27 pm
I love how the light shines on top of Luna's back, on her tail and others. It makes her look faster!
Well done, perfect timing.
Thanks! Yeah if you can't tell there is a ridge behind her and the sun is behind and above that. So we get the shadowy background and illuminating backlight on Luna. I like this trick for people photos too but it works especially well on a white dog. :)
Luna is an incredibly photogenic dog.
She is my muse and a lovable pain in the butt.
Post by: rabanito on April 20, 2022, 09:17:55 am
Post by: degrub on April 20, 2022, 10:05:48 am
Post by: rabanito on April 20, 2022, 12:16:55 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 20, 2022, 06:32:18 pm
Spring
Cute! Nice photo too.
Post by: BobDavid on April 21, 2022, 03:46:39 pm
Post by: MattBurt on April 21, 2022, 06:18:11 pm
Post by: francois on April 22, 2022, 07:22:01 am
Freddy: Jack/Rat Terrier
Ready to jump… Very nice portrait.
Post by: BobDavid on April 23, 2022, 04:28:05 pm
Ready to jump… Very nice portrait.
Handsome and always up to something...
Post by: petermfiore on June 21, 2022, 03:29:58 pm
Peter
Post by: MattBurt on June 21, 2022, 05:12:21 pm
BeBe all grown up. She loves soccer. All-day soccer.
Peter
I can see her dedication! Such focus.
Post by: MattBurt on August 29, 2022, 04:57:17 pm
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Post by: francois on August 30, 2022, 03:50:08 am
Trying out some fast glass with Luna. She was depressed because of some scary thunderstorms going on.
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Maybe also tired of the heat and waiting for the snow?
Another great portrait of Luna!
Post by: MattBurt on August 30, 2022, 10:59:13 am
Maybe also tired of the heat and waiting for the snow?
Another great portrait of Luna!
Thanks.
Probably that too! But she really hates thunderstorms, fireworks, gunshots, or anything that sounds like those things.
Her anxiety is increasing as she ages too. But some snow would surely cheer her up!
Post by: francois on August 31, 2022, 05:32:43 am
Thanks.
Probably that too! But she really hates thunderstorms, fireworks, gunshots, or anything that sounds like those things.
Her anxiety is increasing as she ages too. But some snow would surely cheer her up!
Yes, my experience is that explosions (whatever the source) are scary for dogs. During thunderstorms or fireworks, my dog used to go under a large cabinet, as deep as possible.
Post by: rabanito on November 11, 2022, 05:05:47 pm
Post by: MattBurt on November 11, 2022, 05:30:02 pm
Amélie playing
Pure joy. Nice series!
Post by: francois on November 12, 2022, 04:52:59 am
Post by: rabanito on November 12, 2022, 08:30:14 am
Post by: MattBurt on November 14, 2022, 11:16:28 am
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Post by: francois on November 14, 2022, 11:22:58 am
Post by: MattBurt on November 14, 2022, 11:27:31 am
Luna on the top of the ridge… Did you find any ice or snow? Anyway, the hike must have been nice!
It's a good hike! There is an old helicopter wreck down there that is interesting to check out. We also found some ice way down there in the canyon but it's not suitable for skating. Sometimes these deep canyons have amazing patches of smooth ice in them but not this one this year! The following morning I found some that was skatable right next to the town of Crested Butte! Just barely thick enough...
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and then went XC skiing up a little higher where the snow is sticking around.
Post by: MattBurt on December 13, 2022, 01:23:20 pm
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Post by: francois on December 15, 2022, 03:47:10 am
Post by: MattBurt on December 23, 2022, 11:38:52 pm
A really great shot with the diagonal shadow of Luna…
Thanks! The flat ice covered in snow made a great backdrop.
Post by: MattBurt on December 23, 2022, 11:39:30 pm
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Post by: francois on December 27, 2022, 05:38:59 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on December 27, 2022, 04:13:42 pm
Post by: MattBurt on December 30, 2022, 12:57:26 am
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Post by: francois on December 30, 2022, 08:28:40 am
Post by: Eric Myrvaagnes on December 30, 2022, 09:20:43 am
Post by: MattBurt on December 30, 2022, 11:49:23 am
I hope you pay her good modelling fees.
So good that she will spontaneously pose on something like a boulder or pile of snow and then demand payment!
Post by: Michael West on January 01, 2023, 09:24:15 pm
Post by: francois on January 02, 2023, 05:35:10 am
Post by: MattBurt on January 17, 2023, 05:25:40 pm
It's getting deep here with more coming. Pretty nice if you are a snow dog or a skier!
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Post by: MattBurt on June 11, 2023, 07:45:52 pm
Irrigation ditches are just the thing.
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Post by: petermfiore on June 12, 2023, 04:36:00 am
Peter
Post by: Bob_B on September 03, 2023, 12:21:17 pm
Post by: Bob_B on September 03, 2023, 12:24:22 pm
Post by: francois on September 04, 2023, 06:57:56 am
Post by: Bob_B on September 04, 2023, 07:09:26 am
Happy cats! Lovely shots, Bob.
Thank you, Francois. Lupe's passing happened so rapidly, I am still trying to get a bearing on it.
Post by: francois on September 04, 2023, 01:10:15 pm
Thank you, Francois. Lupe's passing happened so rapidly, I am still trying to get a bearing on it.
I do understand you. They look so happy in the photos...
Edit: typo correction
Post by: MattBurt on September 05, 2023, 10:53:41 am
Thank you, Francois. Lupe's passing happened so rapidly, I am still trying to get a bearing on it.
My condolences. It's never easy. Lovely pics!
Post by: Tuco on September 05, 2023, 09:23:53 pm
Experimenting with affordable frames on the cat (spray painted Home Depot corner moulding, foam core, cheap white mat (frame is too thin, needs more meat, but the wife is happy since it has the cat in it))
Post by: Bob_B on September 06, 2023, 07:33:55 am
My condolences. It's never easy. Lovely pics!Thanks, Matt. Each day it gets a bit easier, but I still find myself walking into a room and expecting to see her sleeping or waiting for me.
Post by: MattBurt on September 06, 2023, 11:46:41 am
Thanks, Matt. Each day it gets a bit easier, but I still find myself walking into a room and expecting to see her sleeping or waiting for me.
I understand and have felt the same way after losing a furry companion.
On a different note, here's a recent one of Frida. She's the queen of the neighborhood.
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Post by: MattBurt on September 24, 2023, 11:53:54 am
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Post by: francois on September 25, 2023, 09:48:42 am
Great shot, well done.
Post by: MattBurt on September 25, 2023, 01:18:18 pm
Looks like an IR shot, Did Luna take a dip in the river?
Great shot, well done.
Thanks! Not IR but the light and changing leaves made them very bright compared to everything else so I accentuated that in post a little more.
Luna is a wader but does not like to swim. So she happily did some wading. :)
Post by: rabanito on October 05, 2023, 09:37:32 am
Post by: MattBurt on October 06, 2023, 12:47:27 am
Joy
Definitely captured some. Cute pup!
Post by: MattBurt on October 06, 2023, 12:47:50 am
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Post by: MattBurt on October 12, 2023, 04:01:37 pm
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Post by: Frans Waterlander on October 13, 2023, 11:36:43 am
Post by: francois on October 13, 2023, 12:17:58 pm
Post by: MattBurt on October 13, 2023, 12:30:13 pm
The trees bow to her majesty, Luna the Great! Wonderful photo!
Perfect use for a fisheye...
Thank you both! I made Luna walk this spot a couple of times and she was happy to be compensated for her efforts.
Post by: francois on October 14, 2023, 09:30:39 am
Thank you both! I made Luna walk this spot a couple of times and she was happy to be compensated for her efforts.
Did she get some treats? ;D
Post by: degrub on October 14, 2023, 10:34:01 am
Post by: MattBurt on October 16, 2023, 12:12:00 pm
Did she get some treats? ;D
She did! It's the highlight of most outings.
Does Luna like to look at her portraits ?
She has zero interest! Although she'd probably pretend to look at them for some more treats.