An eye-level, horizontal shot shows a clear plastic cup filled with a dark liquid and a black Nikon Zf camera with a black lens and a black, blue, and orange strap on a dark wooden bar counter in a bar or brewery. The cup, filled with a dark brown liquid, is on the left. The Nikon camera is to the right of the cup, facing the viewer. The camera has a black lens with “NIKKOR” written in white on the top. The camera strap is black with a blue and orange stripe and is wrapped around the camera. In the background, there is a metal bar with several beer taps and a chalkboard with a list of drinks and prices. The chalkboard is filled with colorful writing and numbers. The lighting is dim, and the focus is on the cup and camera. The background is slightly blurred.

Beer and cameras and the weekend.

Everyone needs to stop what they’re doing and watch this video.

“It seems like there’s a lack of diversity here today, and it’s mostly people who look like you and me, and I just…?”

This lady’s response is🔥

A high-angle, selfie-style photo of a man lying on a tan sofa, sandwiched between two large, sleeping dogs. The man, who has a light-colored beard and blue eyes, looks up at the camera while resting his head on the cushions. His arms are spread wide, and a circular tattoo is visible on his right inner forearm. Two pit-bull-type dogs—one white with tan patches on the left and one white with large black spots on the right—are curled up tightly against his sides, their heads resting near orange throw pillows. A silver laptop is perched on the man's lap, displaying a music streaming interface with an orange background. In the background, a wooden coffee table sits on a tan carpet, with a small coaster and a glimpse of a person's feet resting on the edge. The lighting is soft and natural, creating a cozy, domestic atmosphere.

Sigh.

Working from home. These guys just have to be right there with me.
Screen switched to what's playing on plexamp (#cocteautwins).

On this BREAKFAST CLUB detention day anniversary, I want you to know I am still mad about this makeover after decades :) John Hughes, what did you have against cool goth girls?!

Jeff Bezos is worth $220 billion.

After building that fortune from overworking and exploiting his own workers, Bezos is now developing a fund to acquire manufacturing companies and automate them.

Why do we always hear about immigrants taking jobs when the oligarchs are actually to blame?

Are we great yet?

Yes and they are currently couch hippoing...

I do love that album.

I loved Grimm

I own a backpack mostly for getting my gear from one location to another but never really for carrying when I'm just touring a place. I thought I wanted a backpack because "here honey, can you carry this for me?" And I'm second-guessing looking for an EDC backpack that can carry camera gear.

Been wearing a fully loaded backpack with all the gear that I want to take to Scotland later this year while cleaning the house today and I'm reminded why I dislike backpacks.

My back's gotten quite sweaty.

This is why I always use a sling for carrying photography gear when out and about.

I'm so blessed.
Seriously though. These dogs can't be anywhere but right next to me.

I've been wanting a decent zoom for my trip to Scotland this June. I think this lens will be perfect for the epic landscapes I'll be visiting.

A medium-sized white dog with brown patches sits upright on a gray cushioned patio chair. The dog is tilting its head back with its eyes squeezed shut in a blissful expression, and a long string of drool hangs from its chin. It is wearing a red collar decorated with pink hearts. The background shows a green house exterior and a window with white shutters.

"I’m not drooling, I’m just leaking awesomeness."

I've never had a dog that drooled so much. Get her outside and within 5 to 10 minutes she's drooling. She's got a bit of bulldog so I'm guessing that's where it comes from.

This was shot with my new lens, a Nikkor 24-120 f4 S. #nikon #pitty #dog

A black and white, close-up photograph of a light-colored pit bull-type dog peeking out from under a patterned blanket while yawning wide. The dog’s mouth is fully open, showing its teeth and tongue, while its eyes are directed toward the camera with a squinted expression. The dog is positioned behind a textured sofa cushion in a brightly lit indoor living room, with a blurred background showing furniture, a window with shutters, and a fireplace.

A close-up, eye-level shot of a matte black plastic flower pot resting on a weathered, light-colored stone wall. The pot is filled with brittle, tangled brown vines that spill over the edges. The background features a shallow depth of field, showing a dense thicket of thin, leafless branches against a clear, vibrant blue sky. The lighting is bright and directional, casting a soft shadow on the right side of the pot.

A wide outdoor shot of two large, silver industrial silos standing side-by-side against a bright, hazy blue sky. The silo on the left prominently features a shield-shaped logo with a yellow phoenix and the word "IRONSHIELD" written below it. The image is framed through the blurred vertical lines of a fence in the foreground, creating a sense of depth. Bare winter trees and a dark building are visible in the background, with the sun casting a strong light from the upper right.

A bright, eye-level outdoor shot shows a restaurant called "Kreal Tacos" on a sunny day. The restaurant occupies the ground floor of a three-story building with tan siding and white decorative shutters. A large white sign with the restaurant's name in a bold, Western-style font sits atop a black-framed glass patio area. Inside the patio, several patrons are seated at tables. To the right, a bare tree stands in front of a blue and white circular mural on the building's side. In the foreground, there's a sidewalk, small green shrubs, a silver car partially visible on the right, and a white fire hydrant on the left. The sky is a clear, vibrant blue.

#nikon Zf with an adapted Pentacon 50mm f1.8 M43 mount lens.
Pulled out a few of my vintage lenses to test. I'm tempted to sell a few to fund a Nikkor Z 24-120mm f4 S for my trip to Scotland this June. I'm probably going to keep this lens. Who am I kidding. I'll probably keep them all. #photography

A white and brown dog resting on a bench indoors. The image features soft window lighting and a blurred background, highlighting the vintage character and bokeh of an adapted 50mm lens.

A close-up side profile of a black Nikon Zf mirrorless camera sitting on a wooden table. A vintage "Auto Sears" 50mm f/2 lens is attached to the body using a thick, double-stacked adapter setup. Red Peak Design anchor links are visible on the camera lugs.

Lovey being cute.

Testing some vintage glass on the Nikon Zf. This Pentax K 50mm is currently double-adapted (PK → E → Z), but I love the rendering. 📸

#NikonZf #VintageLens #Photography

Krush Groove soundtrack album vinyl cover.

Pet Shop Boys Actually and Please vinyl albums.

Today's haul.
Two favorite Pet Shop Boys #albums and a soundtrack of my youth.

This specific image wasn't shot with a Nikon but all the ones in the flickr album were.

​A profile view of a black 1946 Lincoln Continental parked on a polished, light gray tiled floor in a museum setting. The car features a long, sleek body with chrome bumpers, trim, and whitewall tires. ​In front of the car is an informational display stand containing text and a small portrait of a man. The background consists of a minimalist wall illuminated by soft blue lighting. The car's glossy finish reflects the museum's interior and lighting.

Visited the Savoy Automobile Museum in Cartersville Georgia USA this past Friday.

Really cool place. Even the wife enjoyed the place. More images from this visit can be found here: www.flickr.com/gp/andycleme...

#nikon #photography #automobile

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An eye-level medium shot captures a white dog playfully licking a man’s face. The dog, positioned on the left and facing right, is in profile with its head tilted upward toward the man. It has short white fur and wears a brown and orange patterned collar. The man, on the right and facing left, has short, salt-and-pepper hair and a beard. He is wearing a grey t-shirt featuring a graphic of three beer glasses and the text "age, I need glasses." His eyes are closed, and his face is scrunched as the dog licks his cheek and nose. In the background, a framed poster for the "New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival 2000" hangs on the wall, depicting a man in a tuxedo holding a trumpet. To the right of the man, a tan blanket is draped over the back of a chair. The scene is illuminated by a warm light from above, casting soft shadows.

Ugh. Doggie kisses...

Had to pull out the CD and play it to confirm. I don't have the best hearing due to my 80's cranked up cassette/cd playing mall cruising self but I could really tell (at least with this album) that there is a difference. I've only been playing vinyl for a couple of months. I'm wanting more of this.

A high-angle, vertical shot shows an Elton John "Greatest Hits" vinyl record displayed on a wall-mounted wooden ledge above a turntable. The record cover features a young Elton John wearing a white suit, a white fedora, and large pink-tinted glasses, leaning against a piano. Below it, a black vinyl record sits on the platter of a modern turntable with a translucent grey dust cover tilted open. A thin power cord runs vertically down the wall behind the setup.

I think I just had my first "Vinyl really is better" moment. WFH today and figured I'd play a few albums. Just finished NO Substance 1987 and then put this one on. An original pressing; recently cleaned. There were sounds and intricacies I've never noticed before. #vinyl #records

Zoey says I'm a bit chonky. My sister not so much. It's ok though.

An overhead, bird’s-eye view of a concert band or wind ensemble performing on a dark wooden stage. The musicians, a diverse group of young adults, are dressed in formal black attire and arranged in a semi-circular formation facing a conductor at the bottom of the frame. The ensemble includes a variety of instruments: Woodwinds: Clarinets, flutes, and saxophones are positioned in the front and middle rows. Brass: Trumpets, trombones, and tubas are seated toward the back. Percussion: A xylophone is visible on the far left, and timpani drums are tucked into the back right corner. Music stands and empty green chairs are scattered throughout the arrangement. The lighting is focused on the center of the ensemble, creating a dramatic spotlight effect that highlights the performers against the dark floor.

A mirror selfie showing a man in a red T-shirt cleaning vinyl records in a bathroom setting. On the left, several black vinyl records are mounted on a specialized motorized spindle, partially submerged in a stainless steel ultrasonic cleaning machine. To the right, a stack of cleaned records sits in a white drying rack. In the center, the man is visible from the chest up, holding a dark smartphone to take the photo. His red T-shirt features white text that reads "UGA Summer Music Camp & Institute," associated with the University of Georgia's Hugh Hodgson School of Music. The background shows a white sink, a granite countertop, and a framed art piece on the wall.

It's cold and snowing outside. Nothing better to do than edit pictures and clean records.

We did walk the two blocks to our favorite restaurant for lunch but other than that and taking the pups outdoors to do their business, no more outside time.
#photography #vinyl #snowday

An overhead, bird's-eye view of a large wind ensemble or concert band performing on a wooden stage. At the bottom center, a conductor with a bald head and a black suit stands on a podium with arms outstretched, facing away from the camera toward the musicians. ​The musicians are arranged in concentric semi-circles, all dressed in formal black attire. The arrangement includes: ​Front rows: Flutes, oboes, and clarinets. ​Middle rows: Saxophones and French horns. ​Back rows: Trumpets, trombones, and tubas. ​Periphery: Large percussion instruments are visible at the top, including timpani, a marimba, and various drums. Two cellists are seated on the far right. ​Each musician has a black music stand in front of them, and the dark clothing of the performers contrasts with the light brown, grainy texture of the wooden floor.

From the catwalk.

Nikon Z8, Nikkor 28mm f2. 8

Done this image before a few times:
Jan 2020: flic.kr/p/2ijADtt
​Jan 2023: flic.kr/p/2odM7y7
​Jan 2025: flic.kr/p/2qJdu9u
This image: flic.kr/p/2rUj1QQ

#photograpy #nikon #Z8

An overhead, bird's-eye view of a large wind ensemble or concert band performing on a wooden stage. At the bottom center, a conductor with a bald head and a black suit stands on a podium with arms outstretched, facing away from the camera toward the musicians. The musicians are arranged in concentric semi-circles, all dressed in formal black attire. The arrangement includes: Front rows: Flutes, oboes, and clarinets. Middle rows: Saxophones and French horns. Back rows: Trumpets, trombones, and tubas. Periphery: Large percussion instruments are visible at the top, including timpani, a marimba, and various drums. Two cellists are seated on the far right. Each musician has a black music stand in front of them, and the dark clothing of the performers contrasts with the light brown, grainy texture of the wooden floor.

I took just the Z8 and Zf. This was taken with the Z8 and 28mm f2. 8.

Nikon Zf

You are right about that but they all have totally different experiences and outputs. Well, maybe not the zf and the Z8 but the d100 and the d750 for sure.