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Xan Barksdale replied to Jason Holzworth's discussion Lots of nice canon stuff and even a nikon lens!

"I know they keep they're value, and I want top dollar when I'm selling my stuff too, but I just found a brand new one on KEH for $1279 after the $100 mail in rebate, so I'm gonna have to pass for now. Thanks for finding it for me, if…"

Nov 14, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to Jason Holzworth's discussion Lots of nice canon stuff and even a nikon lens!

"Good work! Let me think about that...I was hoping to get a used one for a little bit less, especially since now they're only $100 more than that brand new with a warranty. Would I be able to put it on my camera, take a few shots, and then go…"

Nov 14, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to Jason Holzworth's discussion Lots of nice canon stuff and even a nikon lens!

"Thanks. I'd love to pick up a used one locally. I just sold my 5D and am shooting with my 7D only now, so I'd really like to see how it looks on the cropped frame before I drop that much money on it over the internet. Also, Murphy's…"

Nov 12, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to Jason Holzworth's discussion Lots of nice canon stuff and even a nikon lens!

"I was hoping you had the 50 1.2! Oh well, good luck selling this stuff!"

Nov 11, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to DEBRA KAY's discussion where do you get your prints?

"Post the pics so we can give some accurate c/c. Also, list the camera settings...particularly ISO. Also, when editing be sure to view the photos at 100% on your monitor so you can check sharpness and noise."

Nov 11, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to Dale Elliott's discussion Photography Classes

"There is more than enough information on the internet about photography...I would start there. The hardest part is deciding which websites, youtube videos, etc. are worth you time! What are you wanting to learn exactly...exposure, composition,…"

Nov 10, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to Ryan Armbrust's discussion Would anyone be interested in a studio rental per hour?

"I definitely think that is interesting! I don't really know what a competitive price would be, but I'd probably be willing to check it out."

Nov 8, 2010

Xan Barksdale left a comment for Jason Holzworth

"Thanks! That means a lot coming from a photographer like you! My biggest problem is that I don't make enough time to shoot because I stay so busy with my real job...I'm making it a priority of mine to start shooting more. Thanks for the…"

Nov 8, 2010

Jason Holzworth left a comment for Xan Barksdale

"you got a lot of talent man!"

Nov 8, 2010

Xan Barksdale posted photos

Nov 5, 2010

Xan Barksdale commented on John Adkins's photo

The Scholar

"Great shot...love it!"

Nov 4, 2010

Xan Barksdale replied to DEBRA KAY's discussion external flash

"Are you shooting in Manual? If you're not, that is the first thing that you need to do! Expose the background like you want it exposed, and then play with your flash settings to light the foreground like you want it...that is basically the…"

Nov 4, 2010

Xan Barksdale left a comment for Dale Elliott

"Thanks, I'm glad to have found this site!"

Nov 3, 2010

Xan Barksdale commented on Xan Barksdale's photo

Water Beads

"Thanks! I can't decide if I like this better or the black and white conversion...I haven't picked up the camera much lately, but this gets me excited again."

Nov 2, 2010