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My Sony A77 took a hard tumble off my tripod back in May and sadly will not be coming back RIP. I took the crash as a sign to go full frame. I was just not impressed with the Sony A99 for a number of reasons and I've been frustrated with Sony lens options all along . . . so I'm in the process of selling off all my Sony gear and starting over with Nikon. I hopefully will be back at it soon.

Dan ツ
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Dan Anderson - View my most interesting photos on Flickriver

View my photos at bighugelabs.com
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I list the equipment and software I use for my own records but I'm happy to give you a review if your interested - just let me know.

Cameras and stuff:
Nikon D800
Nikon MB-D12 battery grip
Nikon (EN-EL15) batteries

Panasonic Lumix (DMC-FH27 converted to Infrared 720nm)

Lenses
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

Sigma 120-400mm f/4.5-5.6 (DG, APO, AF)

Filters:
Tiffen 77mm Circular Polarizer
Tiffen 77mm ND .3 (1 stop)
Tiffen 77mm ND 1.2 (4 stop)
B+W 77mm ND 3.0 (10 stop)
Cokin P Series Filters: 121L Gradual Light (GND .3, 1 stop), 121M Gradual Medium (GND .6, 2 stop),121S Gradual Soft (GND .9, 3 stop), 152 (ND .3, 1 stop), 154 (ND .9, 3 stop)
Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG (12, 20 & 36mm Tubes) for Sony

Lights:
Sony Flash (HVL-F58AM)

Paul C. Buff, AlienBees Studio Flashes (B800)
Paul C. Buff, Foldable Large Octabox softbox (FOB47)
Paul C. Buff, Silver High Output Beauty Dishes (22HOBD)
Paul C. Buff, Heavy Duty Light Stands (LS3900)
Paul C. Buff, CyberSync™ remote triggers (CSRB)
Paul C. Buff, Vagabond Mini Lithium portable power (VM120)
Interfit Studio Flash (Super Cool Lite 5)
Manfrotto swivel flash connector (026)
Pixel Flash TTL flash extension cord (FC-313/S)

Camera Support:
Really Right Stuff ballhead (BH55) with LR clamp
Really Right Stuff D800 camera plates (BD800, BMBD12-L)
Really Right Stuff Mini-Clamp (B2-FABN)
Manfrotto Alloy Tripod (055XPROB)
Manfrotto Tripod Carrying Strap (MSTRAP-1)
BlackRapid Camera Sling Strap (RS-7)

Bags & Belts:
Think Tank Retrospective 30
Think Tank StreetWalker HardDrive
Think Tank Pro Speed Belt
* Lens Changer 75
* Lens Changer 50
* Lighting Fast (flash holder)

Software (the stuff I like):
Dynamic Photo HDR - Mediachance
Photomatix - HDRsoft
LucisArt ES - Image Content Technology
Nik Software Complete Collection - Nik Software
Noiseware - Imagenomic
PhotoTools - OnOne Software
Photoshop CS6 - Adobe
Photoshop Lightroom 4 - Adobe
Topaz Complete Plug-In Bundle - Topaz Labs
GEM Airbrush Plug-in - Kodak Professional

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♥ If you live close to the Twin Cities metro area and would like to network with a fun group of photog'ers while learning a thing or two, check out TCphotogroup at www.meetup.com/tcphotogroup - they also have a Flickr group at www.flickr.com/groups/1475033@N22

♥ If your traveling to Minnesota/Twin Cities and want an escort to the photo hot spots - check out Midwest Photo Sarari www.midwestphotosafari.com

♥ If you shoot with SONY gear, check out the great user guide books put out buy Gary Friedman at: www.friedmanarchives.com/ebooks/

♥ Discover when those sunrise & sunset golden hours occur at: www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/sunrise.html

♥ To find out the best position for sun and moon rises ad sets, check out The Photographer's Ephemeris at: photoephemeris.com/

♥ Web things that make time on Flickr fun’er:
1. Use Firefox as your web browser: www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/personal.html
2. Install Greasemonkey so you can run user scripts: addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey/
3. Check out and install the following Flickr scrips:
* Move Flickr Comments Up: userscripts.org/scripts/show/80919
* Better Flickr: addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/8010/
* Quick Comment: userscripts.org/scripts/show/5106


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    D Cunningham says:

    "I have to agree with what others have said about Don. He is an amazing photographer and great inspiration as well! Thank you for being my flickr contact. I love learning from You and seeing your great photography...You are very talented for sure!

    Dorothy"

    16th December, 2011

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    Randy's Dailies says:

    "I was suprised to read that Dan "shoots images just for fun." He is one of the very best I've found in that category. It's very challenging to go pro these days, but Dan could make it work if he wanted to.

    He's also been a great flickr citizen. Despite his many views comments and prolificity, he makes time to comment on my images."

    5th January, 2011

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    Johan Fuentes says:

    "Dam is the perfect flickr's contact.
    Thank you for your comments."

    11th December, 2010

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    Brandon Godfrey says:

    "Dan is one of the best photographer's on flickr... Period! I have been in contact with him for over a year now, and I have seen his work go from great to world's greatest. I am not exaggerating... Take the time to look through his stream, you won't be disappointed.

    Dan, thank you for all of your kind words, and humorous comments. Here's to many more years to come. =)

    Sincerely,

    Brandon Godfrey"

    4th December, 2010

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    Thompson Photography says:

    "If there was such a thing as "Official photographer of the Minneapolis - St. Paul area", Dan would get my vote! His takes on familiar sites are breathtakingly fresh and vivid. But he's also a great explorer and finds many interesting hidden gems in the metro arera and brings them to us beautifully.

    Another aspect of Dan is his interest in and appreciation for the work of others. He is a generous commenter; his stamp of approval is much appreciated! In all, Dan is the model of what a Flickrite should be: he shares his excellent work here and is completely unselfish in his relations with others. Thanks Dan!"

    25th August, 2010

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    ZedZaP says:

    "Dan is a monster .. a fantastic image creator monster

    always something new and breezy and innovative

    i cherish your friendship , and your boundless enthusiasm mate
    you are one of the photographers I try to compete with in creativity
    I look forward to seeing your skills take you further and further
    I just hope i can keep up :)"

    22nd February, 2010

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    Shoeven says:

    "I've been following Dan's photostream for quite a while now and i must say that he is one of the most inspiring photographers i met on flickr. He constantly pushes his own quality level with every image he posts and keeps surprising his viewers with unique and awesome compositions. Turning something great into something very special by making use of wild angles, unique perspectives and great post processing is definately one of his strenght. I really enjoy browsing through his photos and i'm sure he will suprise us with some mind-blowing stuff in the future! Keep up the good work!

    Steven, Germany"

    2nd February, 2010

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    kodiax2 says:

    "Dan is one of my favorite contacts on Flickr. He has a great diversity of subjects and shows no fear with post processing. His creativity is pioneering and I can always check his recent photos for a brilliantly new idea or something he brilliantly stumbles into. Keep up the stellar work, Dan!"

    14th September, 2009

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    pink*tootoo~* says:

    "Dan isn’t just an incredibly talented photographer – he is a creative visionary who tells stories through artful interpretation.

    We live in the same area, but I am a lucky and enthusiastic tourist when I visit his stream. He breathes new life into every subject of inspiration, as though he was the first – and perhaps only – one to discover them.

    He can make your mouth water for a diner hamburger, drive with renewed appreciation of the city skyline, laugh at bits of iconic Americana, or flashback to childhood cart-wheeling and jumping with sheer uninhibited joyful energy.

    His diverse work is infused with vibrant and warm personality – sometimes thoughtful and introspective, sometimes ironic and witty – and always, as a guy who lives life with gusto and appreciation for his experiences and love for family. Icing on the cake, he’s also a really great contact!

    I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: Dan, you make me want to go where you go, and see what you see! But short of being a stalker, I’ll just travel through the Flickr portal instead. I have a feeling you have just begun, and it’s already been a great trip."

    13th October, 2009

Joined:
February 2008
Hometown:
Mankato, Sherburn
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