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I thought that is what I had done!

Once again - many thanks for the in depth response :) Truly informative from all

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Thanks - that is an awesome reply. I forgot to mention I have two D7000s and by then may have purchased another Nikon model - not sure which one to go for yet. I expect I will see a lot of rubbish photos but if I take enough, I should get some decent keepers (I hope!!) One again, many thanks

Thanks for the swift response. I have permission from all concerned so that won't be an issue. Audience is likely to be seated and there will be no pit. Lenses I have a few: 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D AF Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm...

Hi I have been invited to photograph a local gig featuring a couple of bands. I have been told there will be a multitude of coloured lights, strobes and smoke machines. Can anyone offer advice on best settings to use to obtain the desired photos? Also any hints and tips on positioning...

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I am looking to get some experience in studio work and wedding photography. Can anyone suggest a suitable study course that covers studio and lighting? Also I am based in the west of Scotland. Are there any experienced wedding photographers who would be willing to take me along as a second...

I guess I am still looking then:)

I have been asked to cover ladies football matches in Scotland, many of which will be played under floodlights. I have a Nikon D7000 and a Nikon 55-300 lens, which is great for day time but I think it may struggle under floodlit conditions. Can anyone recommend a suitable lens? Budget is...

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My problem may not be lighting. I find it difficult to stop the camera shaking when close up to the subject. You can see samples here https://picasaweb.google.com/papasken/SigmaMacro?feat=directlink Although not entirely disappointed in them and I am improving, I struggling to get focus on...

Yeah I have looked at many of these, which are wonderful and creative but I usually shoot hand held and weight could be an issue considering I am shaking like a life on a tree when trying to capture smallish bugs.

Phil - thanks for the feedback. I am a hobbyist and don't fancy carrying some of the larger macro setups I have seen. I want to keep it simple and I thought a ring flash would be the ideal solution. Would it help with providing cleared images?

Hi I have a Nikon D7000 and a Sigma 105 Macro lens. I believe that the purchasing of a ring flash could greatly improve the results from macro photography. Can anyone confirm if this would be a good purchase? If so which one would tie in with my hardware or if there is a better...