Menu
Expat.com

Photography anyone?

Last activity 27 July 2012 by jazzy851

Post new topic

NicoleB

Is anyone here interested in Photography?

Beginner, Amateur, Pro-Amateur (I made that one up), Pro  -it doesn't matter.

Just curious if anyone would be interested in meeting up for Photowalks, Phototours, Museum tours & such.
And maybe for 'meetings' to exchange some 'knowledge', ask questions and whatnot.

I know that there's the Kuwait Science Club, but most of their postings are in Arabic.
Some courses offered might be in English, so it's worth keeping an eye on.

But I think, if people are interested, it might be worth a try to  do something on our own.

Any takers?

teamlarpco

hey i work for a kodak kuwait and i am very much interested i have a friend too who is very much interested in photography.. if u need anything related to kodak or nikon cameras u can send contact me. how do we get in touch nicole.

NicoleB

Have sent a reply to your mail :)

I will make a list of interesting places to visit in the next few days & hope for some Input from you guys for even more places to see :)


Is anyone into birding by any chance?

NicoleB

Hi Jijo, welcome aboard.
:)

Since the question you asked me in your mail is one, that probably a few people wonder about:

How to learn Photography

The easiest way to learn about Photography is to go out and shoot.
That's a good start to get a feel for what you like to take photos of.
Play around, try different angles, different approaches to the subject.
Next step is to search online or via books for tips to learn how to handle your camera.
Best start with your camera manual ;)
Next step or in between, join a Photo community or start a blog.
Share your photos. You sometimes get feedback, either positive or not, it doesn't matter too much.
Over time you will see how your photography changes and that's worth the effort put in.

I hope that we get a small group of people together (which we actually already have) and that we can meet up every few weeks for a Photowalk and also from time to time to talk about photography and maybe learn from each other.


Anyone of you game for a small Photowalk at the nicoleb.org/b2/index.php/out-and-about: Al nicoleb.org/b2/index.php/al-hashemi-kuwait-marine-museum: Hashemi and the nicoleb.org/b2/index.php/kuwait-marine-museum: Kuwait Marine museum?
Last time I was there, Photography was still allowed & there's no entrance fee. So, unless they have changed that, we are good to go :)
Plus, part of it would be inside and part in the shade.

nicoleb.org/b2/media/blogs/photo/Kuwait/.evocache/al%20hashemi.jpg/fit-720x500.jpg

My photos are from 2008 and taken with my small Casio. Inside the small museum it is a challenge for P&S cameras, but it's doable.
I am itching to get better ones :)


So, WHO would be interested and WHEN do you have time?

I would prefer mornings, if possible, like getting there around 9 am?

cdedbdii

Im in!!! Though I dont get there until mid August... but count me in then! :) Im a little trigger happy with my camera, but I would love to get some feedback/tips/advice.... cause Im sure that simply taking an obscene amount of photos in hopes of one good one is probably not the most effective method :)
Definitely looking forward :)

NicoleB

Cool :D
As long as you look at your photos & try to learn from them, taking a bunch is no big deal.
I am still deleting photos I took in Korea 5 years ago, talk about trigger happy,.... sigh ;)
But can't delete them all, they are memories, not masterpieces ;)

choco-muchacha

nice Shot nicoleB

al hashemi ship is grat place .. it can be usually being used as a partiy hall

the interence ...

http://hikuwait.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/07122009388-300x225.jpg

Buffet
http://hikuwait.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/07122009383-300x225.jpg

hashemi from inside

http://hikuwait.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/07122009382-300x225.jpg

can also be used for fashion shows

http://hikuwait.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/071220093811-300x225.jpg

you can follow this link to see more pictures

link

and to know more .. follow this like :

link here

NicoleB

Ah, thanks :D!

choco-muchacha

niki you are most welcome dear :)

you have good Angle in picturing ... i have canon G9 .. but it's Disabled or damaged now :(

wish to see more of pictures

try "sahara" resort  :) good luck

NicoleB

Thanks.
Hope you get your camera fixed :(!

Where's Sahara Resort?

kuwaiti girl

http://www.saharakuwait.com/

For all info you need.

Enjoy

choco-muchacha

right :) follow the link

NicoleB

I safe that one for when my husband has time to play some holes - thanks though :D!!

Adnan

How can I join?

NicoleB

Hi Adnan,
you just did ;)
Merry welcome :)

NicoleB

I'm gonna repeat my question from above, since nobody has replied to it yet:


Anyone of you game for a small Photowalk at the Al Hashemi and the Kuwait Marine museum?

Last time I was there, Photography was still allowed & there's no entrance fee. So, unless they have changed that, we are good to go
Plus, part of it would be inside and part in the shade.

WHO would be interested and WHEN do you have time?

I would prefer mornings, if possible, like getting there around 9 am?

rae.c

OMG i sooooo wanna join but getting a canon 50D is soooo expensive in kuwait. I need to get one from the states before i can join this photowalk...boohoo..

NicoleB

Hope you get one soon :)

kuwaiti girl

NicoleB wrote:

I'm gonna repeat my question from above, since nobody has replied to it yet:


Anyone of you game for a small Photowalk at the Al Hashemi and the Kuwait Marine museum?

Last time I was there, Photography was still allowed & there's no entrance fee. So, unless they have changed that, we are good to go
Plus, part of it would be inside and part in the shade.

WHO would be interested and WHEN do you have time?

I would prefer mornings, if possible, like getting there around 9 am?


I really love 2 help and be part of it but I dont have one.
:(:(:/

Moo

i wana join this, when you will go ?
Am free after 5 PM and free from morning on friday and saturday  all the day .

Denizkizi

I am definitely in! But I will be there early September! :(

NicoleB

@Kuwait girl
Do you have a small camera?
I could borrow you a 5MB Casio, worked well for me before I got the big one.
All you would need is a small SD card and for at home a card reader, so you'll have your photos (both is cheap)

@Deni
We will still be game then - at least I am :D

NicoleB

@ALL

How do Saturday mornings sound?

Next Saturday I am booked, so how about Saturday 15th?
9am at Al Hashemi (I will make a copy of google maps to show you where to go)

Remember, it will be Ramadan by then, so bring water, but bring it in a backpack so you can drink some somewhere in a bathroom.

Denizkizi

Nicole, our plans has just changed and I will be there earlier than I thought, maybe next week... So i will be able to meet you for photography on the 15th of August! But I don't have a professional camera yet, it is not a problem. is it?

NicoleB

I just read that, Deni :)
Cool - nope, you DO NOT need a Pro camera :D
We are just out for the fun.
Seeing new things, new angles and maybe learn something new ;)

Edit to say:
I am NOT a teacher, nor am I a Professional ;)

kuwaiti girl

NicoleB wrote:

@Kuwait girl
Do you have a small camera?
I could borrow you a 5MB Casio, worked well for me before I got the big one.
All you would need is a small SD card and for at home a card reader, so you'll have your photos (both is cheap)


Yes I do have a small camera.

Saturday 15th 9am at Al Hashemi , It is good for me.

By the way I have a car so if any one need a left just ask.

thank you NicoleB ,,,

kuwaiti girl

jikkujoseph wrote:

hi i would also like to join the group,but i dont have a car , can anyone give me a lift from salmiya,so i can join you people

regards

jijo


I am so sorry jijo. I cant give you a lift,Only how is living in Ahmadi area.

NicoleB

kuwaiti girl wrote:

By the way I have a car so if any one need a left just ask.


I'm in Mangaf & a ride would be awesome, but I think I am out of your way ;)

I'll take a taxi, no big deal :)

kuwaiti girl

NicoleB wrote:
kuwaiti girl wrote:

By the way I have a car so if any one need a left just ask.


I'm in Mangaf & a ride would be awesome, but I think I am out of your way ;)

I'll take a taxi, no big deal :)


No dear it is onlly 10 minutes away, and i am Cheaper only 15 kd for the left ( i am joking not for real)

I will be on time : Saturday 15th 8:15 am
So provide me with your address if you are interested.

Take care.

NicoleB

I'll send you my address this afternoon, am on the run right now - thanks a million :)!

kuwaiti girl

NicoleB wrote:

I'll send you my address this afternoon, am on the run right now - thanks a million :)!


welcome a million  :lol:

kuwaiti girl

Dear NicoleB

I think we should chech they working hours during Ramadan.

NicoleB

Good point.
Could someone that speaks arabic contact the museum?
The ship you can visit at any time as far as I know.

kuwaiti girl

Sure Consider done.

Denizkizi

kuwaiti girl wrote:
jikkujoseph wrote:

hi i would also like to join the group,but i dont have a car , can anyone give me a lift from salmiya,so i can join you people

regards

jijo


I am so sorry jijo. I cant give you a lift,Only how is living in Ahmadi area.


@Kuwaiti girl: Is this Ahmedi area close to Adan?

NicoleB

Hi all, I was out for a photoshoot yesterday early in the morning.
Honestly, I was beat afterward.

I think, it will be way too hot on Saturday and with no cafes open (due to Ramadan) it will be a bit of a pain in the behind.

I think, we should postpone this to after Ramadan :(

Denizkizi

Sounds good!

kuwaiti girl

I agree with you :/

kalid13

@ All:
I would love to join you guys but not really motivated to go out in the heat during Ramadan...

If we go on adventures, I can give a lift to anyone who is willing to come to Salmiya Block 11. I have a 7 seater SUV so could be a fun drive too!

I'll check this website out after Ramadan.

A bientot!

NicoleB

Hi Kalid,
the last postings say we will meet after Ramadan,... ;)

Articles to help you in your expat project in Kuwait

All of Kuwait's guide articles