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    Anyone know about surround sound?

    Thanks to everyone for taking the time to reply. I'm now officially intimidated and will most definitely take my partner to choose! Will relay all this info and advice though, and sound like richer sounds is the way forward. Thanks again! Amy
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    Anyone know about surround sound?

    I'm hoping to buy my partner a surround sound system (and blu ray) for christmas, but not sure what to go with. Have read good things about the Sony HT-SS370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, but wondering if anyone has any thoughts. I've been told wifi is a bad option because of all the...
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    TP Day 2011 - Entries Thread - Slideshow now out!

    This is what I do morning, noon and night--take Clem for her walk. She managed to stay out of the water this time, so shot this around 6pm. clem by Dramy33, on Flickr
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    Find a 'tog buddy'.

    I'll throw my hat in here as well. Area : West Berkshire Sex : Female Age : 34 Types of photography : Dogs and people, but I'll give anything a try Photography dislikes : Not that keen on birds, despite having a big ol' lens Short notice? : Sure Weekends or Weekdays : Yep Day or Night : Any...
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    House Buying Web Sites

    Zoopla is decent once you find somewhere to consider. There's a good app for it as well. Shows prices over time, sold prices, etc.
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    Cheap fisheye?

    Oh my--4 times in 6 months! I'll play with photoshop for a few weeks first! Thanks everyone.
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    Cheap fisheye?

    I'm considering purchasing a fisheye for my Canon 450D just for fun and to play a bit whilst photographing groups and/or landscape. I don't want to make a big investment wonder if there is a nice starter fisheye that won't break the bank, that might help me get a feel for them? Any advice? I...
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    Anyone bought from Robert White?

    I'm in the market for a 5D mkii and Robert White have a good bundle deal with the 24-70. Anyone had bad/good experiences they could share? Thanks Amy
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    HELP! Food photography?

    Thanks for the links and advice everyone. Paulcamcas--really appreciate the specific tips you've taken the time to give. Have been photographing every bit of food that comes my way!
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    HELP! Food photography?

    Thanks to everyone for the advice. I've checked out the link above and it's a great start and very basic--just what I need. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to comment.
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    HELP! Food photography?

    Splog: Again, apologies--your reply is much appreciated. I was a bit taken aback by the reply from awp as I usually get helpful replies like yours in this forum. Thanks again for your help! I'm a bit surprised awp had so much time to write so many sentences, given their busy food photography...
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    HELP! Food photography?

    Maybe I should have clarified that this is a country pub and the owner is a friend and could never afford a professional photographer. I am far from a professional photographer and could use some experience with this kind of thing. Sorry it's provoked bitter replies--that wasn't the point. I was...
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    HELP! Food photography?

    A friend has asked me to shoot some of the new dishes for her restaurant and I've agreed (as being paid in food), but need advice. What lens/setting is best? What lighting setup is easiest and relatively fool-proof--given I only have a 430EX flashgun at the moment and don't want to spend...
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