Recent content by Tonks4x4

Here is a couple of my blurry attempts lol

I saw some tonight and had an attempt at trying to capture them, and failed! It was late on 10:15 so the light was non existent :( I had to ramp up the ISO so far they are just a blurry mess. O Well first attempt, I will keep my eye out earlier in the evening and try again.

Clumber Park is always a worthwhile location too

Land Rovers have been my life and livelihood for the past 12-15 years.... Daily runners are 110 DC just sold, full rebuilt 90, full rebuilt 130 DCHC. And bobtail Rangy.

I fill up watching the litres scale. I put 50 or 100 litres in and just pay what ever it comes to. :)

I was looking forward to pictures of a comet when I opened this thread :( And have to agree with the above, "Build your own"

I know this maybe a real nubie question but how can I get the focus right on my own in the dark?

I had my first ever go at this the other night, I did not get my settings right but quickly run out of wire wool. It does not last long lol. These were the best 2 of my poor attempt...

I am completely new to photography but it is something I have wanted to get into for years. I spent 3 months researching what camera to go for and was advised by lots of friends to go for a Nikon. I ended up choosing the D7000 one of the positive reasons was the video function. So far I have...

Yes guys thank you for your help and guidance I did have it in one of the manual modes but failed to turn off the autofocus so it was stopping me from taking the shot. Yeah I see what you mean about light pollution!!!! Most of the sky has an orange glow lol

Hi guys I am still a newbie, and have an interest of taking night sky pictures of stars, the moon and star trails. I have searched the forum for info and have read a few threads but am struggling and need some advice. I use a Nikon D7k SLR, I have also searched through the instruction...

What a simply fantastic thread!!!!! I loved the film and I love the shots you are getting too. In fact my partner and myself named our daughter after Eve. Lol

Hello Jenny, I have enjoyed all of the shots you have taken so far this month and as a newby I have a lot to learn, however the only pic of my own that I have been happy with was a flower so I will be keeping a keen eye on this thread for tips and tricks. Keep up the great work!!!! Brian