retired supervisor ..aerospace industryI will be 70 my next birthday I have been taking photographs for some 55 years
i do portraits and a little commercial work in the way of weddings ...advertising .cards for place settings, posters and the like. its just to keep me busy ,
I use a Canon 400D with a 75x300 t/f lens
,sigma18 x 70 (2.8 - 4.5 )macro, and a ring flash for close-ups
an Olympus 40/40 zoom pocket camera
a canon 35mmEpoca camera
fox close-up screw on lens x 4
and an Olympus trip 35mm Camera
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Took my very first serious picture 54years ago and it is on my stream at this time this is the one that triggered me into learning my hobby after waiting a week for it to come back from the chemist shop here is a link to it if you would like to see it ...bit grainy but you took what you shot in those days
47 years down the line we are as happy as we were back then altho a little the worse for wear
REQUESTS AND INVITES please be advises that if the group's name or title that invites any of my photos has a banning threat within the header.do not invite any of my photos........
just one thing....if any group wants to tag one of MY photos to say this pic also belongs to *******group TAG IT YOURSELF i just let you show it , not OWN it.............

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TODAY mai 1st 09 MY EXPLORE TOTAL REACHED 144 PHOTOS, NOT BAD FOR A 70+ YEAR OLD .....

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    Joanna Voulgarakis says:

    "After a 6 month break from flickr I'm back and so happy to see that Ron has continued uploading his wonderful photos. He not only takes wonderful photos but also turns them into works of art due to his imagination & creativity. His flower macros are an inspiration and his out of bounds always amaze me. Besides being very talented Ron has stuck by me in my times of trouble and has been a shoulder to lean on like a true friend. Thank you for always being there for me and keep those masterpieces coming :-)"

    29th April, 2010

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    Spherical Me says:

    "What can I say about Ron.....
    There are times in life when we meet someone who has such a positive impact in our lives. And you are one of those friends.
    I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your friendship and your goodness. I am so proud to call you a friend. I value your work, your great knowledge, your sharing, and your photographic skills.
    I send you great big hugs of gratitude, and I want you to know that you have really touched me today.
    There is a special place for you....right here in my heart!
    I love what you do, and wanted you to know it."

    18th December, 2009

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    fantartsy JJ *VERY BUSY!** says:

    "Ron is my miracle son whom I never had. Born some 30 years before I was, he grew up with his best friend Fred who helped him go the right way until I was born. This is our little joke. Ron calls me Maw because I was always telling him what to do in our groups. But he has done more for us than I can ever thank him for. He is our adopted great-granddad to our grandblessings. He is our sweet Irish song who plays in our hearts and gives us heaps of blessings. I have done several photos thanking Ron for all he does. But now its time to make it permanent, in writing. This is the most talented Photoshopper in the world and the best teacher. He has a heart of gold and a love for others only surpassed by our Lord. Thank you God for allowing Ron and Mary and Roxy to be part of our lives. Flickr is lucky to have you here, brightening pages and making others happy. Love and hugs son, MAW (JJ)"

    2nd October, 2009

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    martian cat says:

    "Ron came into my world one day when I needed him most. I love his creativity and his kindness.

    Ron has always encouraged me every day. He has inspired me to do more. He cheered me along life's way. His memory will never grow dim because each time I turn on my camera, I hear Ron telling me in my memory the settings for my Canon DSLR.

    He lifted me when my soul was cast down by sending me suggestions in an email. He inspires me to press on.

    Love ya and heaps of hugs, Chris"

    1st October, 2009

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    zanettco says:

    "Franomilano is a wonderful person and great friend who really knows well what a real friendship is. His photos and photograph works are among the best on flickr and he is always ready to help with his experience. Thank you for all my friend , especially for your endless patience , you are special friend for me. Keep doing such an exellent work with your wonderful enthusiasm."

    26th April, 2007

Name:
ronald francis
Joined:
April 2006
Hometown:
London
Currently:
BANGOR, NORTHERN IRELAND
I am:
Male and Taken
Occupation:
retired
Website:
http://franomilano.blogspot.com