Monday, 17 October 2011
Thursday, 6 October 2011
The King is Dead, Long Live the King
Apple's website announces the sad news that Apple co-founder and former CEO Steve Jobs has passed away. Jobs was 56 years old, and had been struggling with complications related to pancreatic cancer over the past several years. Apple leaves the following message on their website in tribute to Jobs:
Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.
If you would like to share your thoughts, memories and condolences, please email rememberingsteve@apple.com
Steve Jobs narrated this unaired version of Apple's famous Think Different ad in 1997:If you would like to share your thoughts, memories and condolences, please email rememberingsteve@apple.com
Apple's board of directors released this statement:
We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.
Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.
His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.
From Robert Scoble: "Flags half staff at Apple headquarters. Sad day in Cupertino."Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.
His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.
Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Speech, where he addresses his mortality. An inspiring speech, excerpt from Observer.com.
No one wants to die. Even people who want to go to heaven don’t want to die to get there. And yet death is the destination we all share. No one has ever escaped it. And that is as it should be, because Death is very likely the single best invention of Life. It is Life’s change agent. It clears out the old to make way for the new. Right now the new is you, but someday not too long from now, you will gradually become the old and be cleared away. Sorry to be so dramatic, but it is quite true.
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.
Statements and Reactions
Steve Jobs' family has issued a statement:
Steve died peacefully today surrounded by his family.
In his public life, Steve was known as a visionary; in his private life, he cherished his family. We are thankful to the many people who have shared their wishes and prayers during the last year of Steve's illness; a website will be provided for those who wish to offer tributes and memories.
We are grateful for the support and kindness of those who share our feelings for Steve. We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect our privacy during our time of grief.
Tim CookIn his public life, Steve was known as a visionary; in his private life, he cherished his family. We are thankful to the many people who have shared their wishes and prayers during the last year of Steve's illness; a website will be provided for those who wish to offer tributes and memories.
We are grateful for the support and kindness of those who share our feelings for Steve. We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect our privacy during our time of grief.
Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.
We are planning a celebration of Steve’s extraordinary life for Apple employees that will take place soon. If you would like to share your thoughts, memories and condolences in the interim, you can simply emailrememberingsteve@apple.com.
No words can adequately express our sadness at Steve’s death or our gratitude for the opportunity to work with him. We will honor his memory by dedicating ourselves to continuing the work he loved so much.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time.
President Barack ObamaWe are planning a celebration of Steve’s extraordinary life for Apple employees that will take place soon. If you would like to share your thoughts, memories and condolences in the interim, you can simply emailrememberingsteve@apple.com.
No words can adequately express our sadness at Steve’s death or our gratitude for the opportunity to work with him. We will honor his memory by dedicating ourselves to continuing the work he loved so much.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time.
Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators - brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it.
By building one of the planet’s most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity. By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world.
The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve’s success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve’s wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him.
Microsoft Cofounder Bill GatesBy building one of the planet’s most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity. By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world.
The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve’s success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve’s wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him.
I’m truly saddened to learn of Steve Jobs’ death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work.
Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives.
The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.
For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it’s been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely.
Warren BuffettSteve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives.
The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.
For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it’s been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely.
He was one of the most remarkable business managers and innovators in american business history.
Facebook founder Mark ZuckerbergSteve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you.
Disney President Bob IgerSteve Jobs was a great friend as well as a trusted advisor. His legacy will extend far beyond the products he created or the businesses he built. It will be the millions of people he inspired, the lives he changed, and the culture he defined. Steve was such an "original," with a thoroughly creative, imaginative mind that defined an era. Despite all he accomplished, it feels like he was just getting started. With his passing the world has lost a rare original, Disney has lost a member of our family, and I have lost a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time.
Google Chairman Eric SchmidtSteve Jobs is the most successful CEO in the U.S. of the last 25 years. He uniquely combined an artists touch and an engineers vision to build an extraordinary company... one of the greatest American leaders in history.
California Governor Edmund BrownSteve Jobs was a great California innovator who demonstrated what a totally independent and creative mind can accomplish. Few people have made such a powerful and elegant imprint on our lives. Anne and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to Steve's wife, Laurene, and their entire family.
Dell Founder Michael DellToday the world lost a visionary leader, the technology industry lost an iconic legend and I lost a friend and fellow founder. The legacy of Steve Jobs will be remembered for generations to come. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and to the Apple team.
Arnold SchwarzeneggerSteve lived the California Dream every day of his life and he changed the world and inspired all of us.
Former Yahoo and Autodesk CEO Carol BartzIt’s the ultimate sadness. First of all, it’s a young person who was revered, sometimes feared, but always revered. In a way, it’s kind of prophetic; everyone was hoping he could be on stage yesterday. He was a very special person, and he didn’t get to where he was by having people like him all the time. He got to where he was because he had a vision and a purpose. It’s easy to try and please everyone, but he kept to his principles.
Google Cofounder Larry PageI am very, very sad to hear the news about Steve. He was a great man with incredible achievements and amazing brilliance. He always seemed to be able to say in very few words what you actually should have been thinking before you thought it. His focus on the user experience above all else has always been an inspiration to me. He was very kind to reach out to me as I became CEO of Google and spend time offering his advice and knowledge even though he was not at all well. My thoughts and Google’s are with his family and the whole Apple family
NYC Mayor Michael BloombergTonight, America lost a genius who will be remembered with Edison and Einstein, and whose ideas will shape the world for generations to come. Again and again over the last four decades, Steve Jobs saw the future and brought it to life long before most people could even see the horizon. And Steve's passionate belief in the power of technology to transform the way we live brought us more than smart phones and iPads: it brought knowledge and power that is reshaping the face of civilization. In New York City's government, everyone from street construction inspectors to NYPD detectives have harnessed Apple's products to do their jobs more efficiently and intuitively. Tonight our City – a city that has always had such respect and admiration for creative genius – joins with people around the planet in remembering a great man and keeping Laurene and the rest of the Jobs family in our thoughts and prayers.
New York Times Publisher Arthur Sulzberger, Jr.Steve Jobs was a visionary and a wonderful friend of The New York Times. He pushed the boundaries of how all providers of news and information interact with our users. I am among the many who deeply regret his passing.
AT&T CEO Randall StephensonWe are saddened by the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was an iconic inventor, visionary, and entrepreneur, and we had the privilege to know him as partner and friend. All of us at AT&T offer our thoughts and prayers to Steve’s wife, family, and his Apple family.
House Minority Leader Nancy PelosiSteve Jobs was a visionary who changed the way we live, an innovator whose products brought joy to millions, a risktaker who wasn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, and an entrepreneur who led one of the most creative companies of our time.
His sage advice was respected by policymakers on both sides of the aisle. His courageous fight against cancer brought strength to many. I hope it is a comfort to those who loved him, especially his family, that so many grieve his loss and are praying for them at this sad time.
News Corp. CEO Rupert MurdochHis sage advice was respected by policymakers on both sides of the aisle. His courageous fight against cancer brought strength to many. I hope it is a comfort to those who loved him, especially his family, that so many grieve his loss and are praying for them at this sad time.
Today, we lost one of the most influential thinkers, creators and entrepreneurs of all time. Steve Jobs was simply the greatest CEO of his generation. While I am deeply saddened by his passing, I’m reminded of the stunning impact he had in revolutionizing the way people consume media and entertainment. My heart goes out to his family and to everyone who had the opportunity to work beside him in bringing his many visions to life.
Google Cofounder Sergey BrinFrom the earliest days of Google, whenever Larry and I sought inspiration for vision and leadership, we needed to look no farther than Cupertino. Steve, your passion for excellence is felt by anyone who has ever touched an Apple product (including the macbook I am writing this on right now). And I have witnessed it in person the few times we have met.
On behalf of all of us at Google and more broadly in technology, you will be missed very much. My condolences to family, friends, and colleagues at Apple.
Softbank CEO Masayoshi SonOn behalf of all of us at Google and more broadly in technology, you will be missed very much. My condolences to family, friends, and colleagues at Apple.
I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was truly a genius of our time, a man with a rare ability to fuse art and technology. In centuries from now, he will be remembered alongside Leonardo da Vinci. His achievements will continue to shine forever.
John Lasseter, Pixar and Ed Catmull, Disney
Steve Jobs was an extraordinary visionary, our very dear friend and the guiding light of the Pixar family. He saw the potential of what Pixar could be before the rest of us, and beyond what anyone ever imagined. Steve took a chance on us and believed in our crazy dream of making computer animated films; the one thing he always said was to simply 'make it great.' He is why Pixar turned out the way we did and his strength, integrity and love of life has made us all better people. He will forever be a part of Pixar’s DNA. Our hearts go out to his wife Laurene and their children during this incredibly difficult time.
George LucasThe magic of Steve was that while others simply accepted the status quo, he saw the true potential in everything he touched and never compromised on that vision. He leaves behind an incredible family and a legacy that will continue to speak to people for years to come.
Some are leaving flowers at Apple Stores in tribute:
Source:
At Apple HQ:
Neighbors leaving messages:
From Cupertino (thanks H.P.)
Good Reads
- A nice article by Walt Mossberg of his relationship with Jobs.
- Article by Brian Lam on the lost iPhone 4 and his conversations with Jobs.
I thought about the dilemma every day for about a year and half. It caused me a lot of grief, and stopped writing almost entirely. It made my spirit weak. Three weeks ago, I felt like I had had enough. I wrote my apology letter to Steve.
- John Markoff writes the NYTimes' Steve Jobs Obituary- Harry McCracken pens Time Magazine's Steve Jobs Obituary
- Steven Levy writes about Steve Jobs for Wired
- My Neighbor, Steve Jobs - A great piece written before his death.
While Newsweek and the Wall Street Journal and CNET continue to drone on about the impact of the Steve Jobs era, I won’t be pondering the MacBook Air I write on or the iPhone I talk on. I will think of the day I saw him at his son’s high school graduation. There Steve stood, tears streaming down his cheeks, his smile wide and proud, as his son received his diploma and walked on into his own bright future, leaving behind a good man and a good father who can be sure of the rightness of this, perhaps his most important legacy of all.
- A great video retrospective of Jobs' career:- Palo Alto's Patch site has photographs from the growing tribute outside Jobs' Palo Alto home, including one of this small flower pot which Jobs' wife Laurene placed on the fence outside their home
Original Post from Mac Rumors.com
Wednesday, 7 September 2011
Well Done Donald Duck!!!!! QUACK QUACK!!!!
Ok for those who are now wondering what the whole Donald duck was about, first an explanation.My good friend and talented Photographer Anders Hareskov in Copenhagen, Denmark has had some great success recently.
(What a Handsome Chap he is eh ladies?)
Not long ago, Anders had revealed to me that if his name is translated from Danish to English it translated as "Donald Duck". I of course found this hilarious, and it stuck!
Ok explanation over, lets get to the amazing news.
Anders has not only opened his own photo studio for his photography "Copenhagen Photo House" (NEW website coming soon) but expanded his love and skills in photography into starting his own supply store, run from his own studio, selling photographic lighting and modifier equipment aimed at all price ranges AND a photo sharing and printing service BestilDitFoto.dk
This business is called "PhotoFlash.DK" and they sell studio flash kits all the way down to tiny foldout modifiers for on camera pop up flashes, all at very competitive prices.
Not just affordable, downright cheap!!!
But cheap is in no way how I would describe the quality of kit.
I have purchased equipment and the fold out 60x60cm speed light soft box not only compares with the similarly designed "Lastolite" branded version, it was less than HALF THE PRICE!!!
After a slow startup, over the last few months this business has been growing and growing and after some interest from a professional photographer over in Denmark, his awesome flash kit and soft box equipment has gained notice of a magazine.
Anders has a 4 page spread in the centre of "Zoom" magazine with a detailed review of his equipment. Compared to High End Brands like Elichrom and the "Menik" Branded kit got a maximum 6 stars out of 6 in the review.The reviewer had nothing but great things to say, not only about the quality of the kit, but Anders giving awesome customer services.
Anders impressed the reviewer so much they are in talks to start running photographic workshops from his studio / shop and customers of Photoflash.dk also receive a discounted price on these workshops too.
This all adds up to a big buzz in the Pro Photographer circles in and around denmark right now and I can't recommend them highly enough.
The image above is lit using the Menik lighting system from Photoflash.dk and was shot by the reviewer for the magazine article.
I wish Anders the greatest success with all his business ventures and truly hope that this great opportunity puts Copenhagen Photo House, BestilDitFoto.dk and PhotoFlash.dk on the map.
Thursday, 1 September 2011
My First Interview
Hey everyone
Well the world famous, loveable, adorable photography Geek of a host Jimmy Beltz and the Phototips Podcast invited me to be on the show with another mutual friend, the Awesome Shannon Allison. (the guy with 2 girls names)
In This show we discuss a few topics including
What Makes a Pro?
Rumour Control?
Cheap Flashes - are they worth buying?
Mirrorless Cameras - are they pointless?
as well as discussing a great charitable project for this Christmas holiday season chaired by the already mentioned Shannon Allison.
This round table discussion was over an hour in length but we threw around some ideas and opinions that may change your views on where you sit in the photography world, what kit to buy, if mirror less cameras are a fad or the future of photography.
Watch the show and Id appreciate any comments below should you feel the need.
Most of all enjoy the show and keep shooting
Episode 104 - What is a pro? from James Beltz on Vimeo.
Well the world famous, loveable, adorable photography Geek of a host Jimmy Beltz and the Phototips Podcast invited me to be on the show with another mutual friend, the Awesome Shannon Allison. (the guy with 2 girls names)
In This show we discuss a few topics including
What Makes a Pro?
Rumour Control?
Cheap Flashes - are they worth buying?
Mirrorless Cameras - are they pointless?
as well as discussing a great charitable project for this Christmas holiday season chaired by the already mentioned Shannon Allison.
This round table discussion was over an hour in length but we threw around some ideas and opinions that may change your views on where you sit in the photography world, what kit to buy, if mirror less cameras are a fad or the future of photography.
Watch the show and Id appreciate any comments below should you feel the need.
Most of all enjoy the show and keep shooting
Episode 104 - What is a pro? from James Beltz on Vimeo.
Saturday, 20 August 2011
The Beauty of Boudoir
OK I Know Ive been gone for like forever and a day.
Ive been pretty busy recently and have some great new images to share here now.
Recently I was fortunate enough to shoot a stunning young girl by the name of Tasha.
Tasha had an idea for an amazing and very sexy gift for her boyfriend.
She wanted a boudoir shoot and needed to find a photographer she could trust.
A mutual female friend of ours suggested me as a possible candidate and after a brief consultation she decided to hire me.
(Told you she was stunning right?)
Tasha already had a bunch of cool ideas for the images she wanted and also was willing to allow a little creative freedom for me to come up with my own ideas.
Though to be honest the phrase "Superman Pants" will never have the same meaning again :)
Now these types of shoots are always pretty nerve racking, not only for the model / client but also for the photographer at times.
Id got this shoot via a mutual friends recommendation, the pressure was on for me to make this perfect.
After a few setup shots and some rapport building we soon settled in and in my mind I created some of my best images so far. certainly some favourites.
The shoot was so much fun, we had wardrobe changes, backdrop changes and a tight schedule.
2 Hours of shooting and I had created some very cool images.
Tasha wanted a book printed and chose her favourite images after looking through the final selection on my website. I printed a small book and sent it along with her DVD of images in a custom designed DVD box.
It made for a great gift package for her special man, and I'm told he was very pleased.
This type of shoot is so much fun and very rewarding, although my work was minimal to make Tasha look amazing I urge any aspiring photographers that have any reservations about this type of photography to do your research, and if the opportunity arises, TAKE it.
I send my sincere thanks to both Tasha and Claire for the opportunity and trust given to create some images I personally am very proud of.
Cant wait to do another so ladies, if your out there, and read this BOOK TODAY!!! :)
Ive been pretty busy recently and have some great new images to share here now.
Recently I was fortunate enough to shoot a stunning young girl by the name of Tasha.
Tasha had an idea for an amazing and very sexy gift for her boyfriend.
She wanted a boudoir shoot and needed to find a photographer she could trust.
A mutual female friend of ours suggested me as a possible candidate and after a brief consultation she decided to hire me.
Tasha already had a bunch of cool ideas for the images she wanted and also was willing to allow a little creative freedom for me to come up with my own ideas.
Though to be honest the phrase "Superman Pants" will never have the same meaning again :)
Now these types of shoots are always pretty nerve racking, not only for the model / client but also for the photographer at times.
Id got this shoot via a mutual friends recommendation, the pressure was on for me to make this perfect.
After a few setup shots and some rapport building we soon settled in and in my mind I created some of my best images so far. certainly some favourites.
The shoot was so much fun, we had wardrobe changes, backdrop changes and a tight schedule.
2 Hours of shooting and I had created some very cool images.
Tasha wanted a book printed and chose her favourite images after looking through the final selection on my website. I printed a small book and sent it along with her DVD of images in a custom designed DVD box.
It made for a great gift package for her special man, and I'm told he was very pleased.
This type of shoot is so much fun and very rewarding, although my work was minimal to make Tasha look amazing I urge any aspiring photographers that have any reservations about this type of photography to do your research, and if the opportunity arises, TAKE it.
I send my sincere thanks to both Tasha and Claire for the opportunity and trust given to create some images I personally am very proud of.
Cant wait to do another so ladies, if your out there, and read this BOOK TODAY!!! :)
Friday, 1 July 2011
Pi is WRONG!!! Replace NOW
Ok I apologise in advance, im about to get a little uber geeky here, and its nothing to do with photography.
The mathematical constant PI that has been used for ever to define a circle is WRONG!!! its confusing and clumsy.
Here is a video that explains how trigonometry could be so much easier and also more elegant.
Once you watch the video about TAU then hear what Tau sounds like in the second video.
Now this is a musical interpretation of Tau.
I think its beautiful. what do you think?
Bet you never thought Maths could be so lovely?
Am I right?
The mathematical constant PI that has been used for ever to define a circle is WRONG!!! its confusing and clumsy.
Here is a video that explains how trigonometry could be so much easier and also more elegant.
Once you watch the video about TAU then hear what Tau sounds like in the second video.
Now this is a musical interpretation of Tau.
I think its beautiful. what do you think?
Bet you never thought Maths could be so lovely?
Am I right?
Saturday, 18 June 2011
OK birthday in october?!?!? anyone???
Now these are either, ridiculous, bizarre, shabby chic, or just plain cool.
I don't care which
I want them!!!
iCufflinks by Adafruit from adafruit industries on Vimeo.
iCufflinks by Adafruit from adafruit industries on Vimeo.
You can order them here (should the desire take you!!!)
I don't care which
I want them!!!
iCufflinks by Adafruit from adafruit industries on Vimeo.
iCufflinks by Adafruit from adafruit industries on Vimeo.
You can order them here (should the desire take you!!!)
Tuesday, 14 June 2011
ATTENTION PHOTOTIPS FANS OF THE UK!!!!!!
ATTENTION PHOTOTIPS FANS OF THE UK!!!!!!
Here your chance!!!!
The world famous, Loveable, Adorable, Photography Geek of a Host, The PSG Jimmy Beltz Himself plans to show the UK fan base some seminar Love!!!!
Thats right Folks!!
In 2011 Jimmy wants to do A UK seminar.
In order to show the love, Jimmy needs to know how to cater for us Brits as best he can, and to do that he needs some info from you the UK Fans.
He knows He has a huge following in the UK
(We are currently his 3rd largest fan base)
But …………..
He needs to know how many would want to attend to make sure the venue is large enough to cater for the decending masses that will ensue, and most importantly where you lovely people are geographically within the UK.
This will help us choose a spot to allow most people who wish to attend to be within reasonable travelling distances of the chosen Venue.
This could be the only chance Jimmy makes it over to the UK for such an event and we need to make it the very best it can be.
The date to be confirmed at this stage but "Winter This Year" Is all thats known so far.
A Christmas Photo Workshop Bonanza of sorts perhaps???
Who knows? It could be the Best yet, and all attendees are guaranteed to get a wealth of knowledge and as a bonus get to meet the host with the most….
THE ONE AND ONLY PSG in person too.
Send in your UK locations (Town / City names please not just County) and lets make this an event to behold.
The sooner you can get us details of where you all are, the sooner we can plan a date and work out prices etc for the venue but expect a ticket price of around $250 US per head for a Full day event.
(thats just over £150 in reel money for us brits!!)
Jimmy also guarantees that one lucky winner at the event will also get to have Dinner with the PSG
Post your locations in the Comments below to let us know.
Further Details will follow as we get them and they will also be posted on
http://andycomberphoto.blogspot.com/
as well as the usual channels on
http://www.Phototips.biz ,
The Forum,
http://www.phototips.biz/forum/index.php
Facebook Page
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_117604714422&ap=1
DONT DELAY REPLY TODAY
Here your chance!!!!
The world famous, Loveable, Adorable, Photography Geek of a Host, The PSG Jimmy Beltz Himself plans to show the UK fan base some seminar Love!!!!
Thats right Folks!!
In 2011 Jimmy wants to do A UK seminar.
In order to show the love, Jimmy needs to know how to cater for us Brits as best he can, and to do that he needs some info from you the UK Fans.
He knows He has a huge following in the UK
(We are currently his 3rd largest fan base)
But …………..
He needs to know how many would want to attend to make sure the venue is large enough to cater for the decending masses that will ensue, and most importantly where you lovely people are geographically within the UK.
This will help us choose a spot to allow most people who wish to attend to be within reasonable travelling distances of the chosen Venue.
This could be the only chance Jimmy makes it over to the UK for such an event and we need to make it the very best it can be.
The date to be confirmed at this stage but "Winter This Year" Is all thats known so far.
A Christmas Photo Workshop Bonanza of sorts perhaps???
Who knows? It could be the Best yet, and all attendees are guaranteed to get a wealth of knowledge and as a bonus get to meet the host with the most….
THE ONE AND ONLY PSG in person too.
Send in your UK locations (Town / City names please not just County) and lets make this an event to behold.
The sooner you can get us details of where you all are, the sooner we can plan a date and work out prices etc for the venue but expect a ticket price of around $250 US per head for a Full day event.
(thats just over £150 in reel money for us brits!!)
Jimmy also guarantees that one lucky winner at the event will also get to have Dinner with the PSG
Post your locations in the Comments below to let us know.
Further Details will follow as we get them and they will also be posted on
http://andycomberphoto.blogspot.com/
as well as the usual channels on
http://www.Phototips.biz ,
The Forum,
http://www.phototips.biz/forum/index.php
Facebook Page
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_117604714422&ap=1
DONT DELAY REPLY TODAY
Friday, 10 June 2011
Be Careful what you wish for- still want to get closer?
This Russian photographer got more than just a close up.
The baby leopard decided to jump up to the roof of the car to this photogs position
He looks thrilled (I think)
Later on it seems the Big Cat wanted to inspect the images and the content of his kit back.
Perhaps he thought he was a police officer in the UK and wanted to check his stuff under anti terrorism law?
Who knows, but rest assured I would not like to be in this situation either!!
Read the original posted story here at DailyAnimalLover.com
Posted for fun here only :)
The baby leopard decided to jump up to the roof of the car to this photogs position
He looks thrilled (I think)
Later on it seems the Big Cat wanted to inspect the images and the content of his kit back.
Perhaps he thought he was a police officer in the UK and wanted to check his stuff under anti terrorism law?
Who knows, but rest assured I would not like to be in this situation either!!
Read the original posted story here at DailyAnimalLover.com
Posted for fun here only :)
Thursday, 9 June 2011
Cupertino Council responds to Steve Jobs Campus Proposal
I think the council of the City of Cupertino knows a good thing when it sees it.
seems like they will do all they can to get Apple to start construction on their new campus in a timely manner
Here is the video of the councils reply to Steve Jobs presentation
seems like they will do all they can to get Apple to start construction on their new campus in a timely manner
Here is the video of the councils reply to Steve Jobs presentation
Wednesday, 8 June 2011
Steve Jobs Pitches Cupertino on Stunning New Apple Campus
Late last year it was revealed that Apple purchased a 98-acre campus from Hewlett Packard, just up I-280 in Cupertino. Last night, Apple CEO Steve Jobs, in trademark black turtleneck and jeans, explained Apple's plans for the space to the Cupertino City Council. Here's what the new 4-story building holding 12,000 employees will look like when it's completed in 2015:
As Steve describes it:
"It's a pretty amazing building. It's a little like a spaceship landed. It's got this gorgeous courtyard in the middle... It's a circle. It's curved all the way around. If you build things, this is not the cheapest way to build something. There is not a straight piece of glass in this building. It's all curved. We've used our experience making retail buildings all over the world now, and we know how to make the biggest pieces of glass in the world for architectural use. And, we want to make the glass specifically for this building here. We can make it curve all the way around the building... It's pretty cool.
The facility will be 80% landscaping, with most of the parking underground, compared to 20% landscaping with all above ground parking currently. The current campus has 3,700 trees and Apple plans to increase that to more than 6,000 trees, including "some apricot orchards."
Apple also plans to build its own energy generation facility using natural gas, with the electricity grid as a backup.
One of the city councilors asked what the citizens of Cupertino would get from the new campus, and in particular brought up a free Wi-Fi network, like Google offers in Mountain View. Steve responded that Apple was the largest taxpayer in Cupertino and he felt that the tax benefits to having a company like Apple in Cupertino was benefit enough and the city should be providing a service like that.
"If we can get out of paying taxes, we would be glad to provide free Wi-Fi."
Story Via www.macrumors.com
"It's a pretty amazing building. It's a little like a spaceship landed. It's got this gorgeous courtyard in the middle... It's a circle. It's curved all the way around. If you build things, this is not the cheapest way to build something. There is not a straight piece of glass in this building. It's all curved. We've used our experience making retail buildings all over the world now, and we know how to make the biggest pieces of glass in the world for architectural use. And, we want to make the glass specifically for this building here. We can make it curve all the way around the building... It's pretty cool.
The facility will be 80% landscaping, with most of the parking underground, compared to 20% landscaping with all above ground parking currently. The current campus has 3,700 trees and Apple plans to increase that to more than 6,000 trees, including "some apricot orchards."
Apple also plans to build its own energy generation facility using natural gas, with the electricity grid as a backup.
One of the city councilors asked what the citizens of Cupertino would get from the new campus, and in particular brought up a free Wi-Fi network, like Google offers in Mountain View. Steve responded that Apple was the largest taxpayer in Cupertino and he felt that the tax benefits to having a company like Apple in Cupertino was benefit enough and the city should be providing a service like that.
"If we can get out of paying taxes, we would be glad to provide free Wi-Fi."
Story Via www.macrumors.com
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