POTN successor forum
The old "photography-on-the.net" (POTN) forum was deleted in December 2023. What you see here is a new forum. This is the life raft for all POTN members. For free.
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Community Talk, Chatter & Stuff
The Lounge
An area for subjects not appropriate for the other forums. Keep it related in some way to photography even if only in the abstract. Political and religious discussions are absolutely prohibited.
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Member Activities
Find other photography-on-the.net forums members in your area, organize and join regional photo expeditions and meets. Read and write member introductions. Share your Poutine recipes, duck spotting locations, workspaces and community spirit.
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General Photography Talk
General discussion about techniques, tips, tricks and how to make your photos better, shooting more fun and productive.
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Photography Industry News
What is going on in world of photography. News and discussing the news.
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Marketplace & Market Info
Market Watch
Share information on good deals, coupon code stuff, second hand gems you see in stores, good shops, good service, best and worst places to buy....
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Classifieds: Want to Buy
Looking to purchase that special piece of photo gear? Post it here. Viewable only by members who have over 100 posts and have joined over 6 months ago, for your safety. Not visible for guests.
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Classifieds: For Sale
When you are selling photo gear, this is the place to announce it
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Classifieds: Services Offered
Member offered services (free or charged), e.g. photographer services, post processing services, gear renting, photos for sale, other services. NO PRODUCT ADS!
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Classifieds: Services Needed
If you need to hire a photographer, buy certain stock photos, rent gear, ask for volunteers, need hired help.
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Photo Sharing & Discussion
Competitions
Here you'll find all POTN photo competitions - shoot and get kudos!
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Weddings & Other Family Events
Photo stories of family events regarding birth, love, life and death alike
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Fashion, Editorial & Commercial
Commercial Photography sells a product. Fashion Photography sells a lifestyle. Editorial Photography sells a story.
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Performing Arts
Concerts, shows, performances. Rock, jazz, rap, classical, dance, theatre, opera, mimes, magicians.
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Transportation
Aviation, trains, cars, boats, bikes, submarines, balloons.
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Wildlife
All of the critters that walk, crawl, hop, swim or swing that you won't let live in the house
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Nature & Landscapes
Planet Earth is your oyster!
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Drone & Remote Photography
"Whirrrrrrr....". For videos please only embedded links
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Architecture, Real-Estate & Buildings
Architectural photography, portraits of buildings, real estate photography, interiors and exteriors
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Urban Life & Travel
City life, industrial, street photography, distant places of wonder.
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Still Life, B/W & Experimental
What do you shoot when it's raining outside?
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Food Photography & Visual Recipes
Photos of that incredible dish, ingredients and tables full of it. Post your favourite recipe step by step with photos to drool for.
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Critique Corner
By posting your photos here you are specifically requesting comments, advice and critique of value and merits of both photos and the photographer.
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Cameras, Lenses & Accessories This is a 1:1 copy of the old POTN subforums. We might improve these categories with your help in the future.
Mobile Device Cameras
Small devices become more and more popular as cameras and video recorders. What works and how to make the most of it? What is good and what is not?
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Medium Format Digital Cameras and Backs
Discuss medium format digital backs and cameras
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General Gear Talk
Changing Camera Brands
Changing your bag contents from brand A to B? Discuss problems, things to consider, things you never considered, migration procedures and experiences.
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Camera vs. Camera
Side by side comparisons and evaluations, which is better and why?
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Computers
Picking up the best computer system for the job. Operating systems, software, maintenance and usage
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Data Storage, Memory Cards & Backup
Which card is fastest, which storage method has best bang for the buck, how to back up all that priceless work so that it stays usable in all the years to come?
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Camera Bags, Backpacks & Cases
Discuss all those things that help you carry that enormous pile of gear safely around without sweat.
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Tripods, Monopods & Other Camera Support
Discuss tripods, monopods, octapods and other methods of supporting your camera, no matter how weird
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Flash and Studio Lighting
Everything about lighting, flashes, how to choose them, set them up and aim them
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DIY & Customizing
Why buy it because you can make it better and cheaper yourself! Share and discuss building any kind on camera accessories and gear, pimping gear and DIY in general.
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Post Processing, Marketing & Presenting Photos
HDR Creation
How to make HDR and make them look good, discuss HDR conversion software, techniques and settings
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Video and Sound Editing
Digital video recording is integral part of digital cameras. How to make better videos, how to edit, fix and present them..
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Presentation & Building Galleries
Presenting your photos online, making albums and portfolios. Ask feedback on your online galleries. Discuss making posters and cards
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The Business of Photography
About working as a pro. Ask questions and share words about shooting professionally, earning money, challenges of digital revolution and getting the job, job done and billed.
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Sample Photo Archives
Lens Sample Photo Archive
Samples of what each lens can do, style, boheh, shapness, flare etc. Please link samples to full size photos if possible..
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Camera Sample Photo Archive
Demo shots from cameras. Please give as much info as you can about shooting conditions, settings and accessories & lenses used.
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Gear Reviews
Camera Reviews
What is great and what sucks with cameras. Users know best!
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Lens Reviews
Lens user knows best! Reviews of lenses by our members can be found on this forum.
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Forum FAQ and Information Announcements, new features, general tips and help on how to use the forum.
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FAQ/ Help & "Have you seen...?"
Did you find a bug? Do you have questions on how to use the forum software? Ask your questions here. We try to help youn asap. Please only one question per thread. Do not hijack threads.
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Suggestions regarding this forum
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