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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 02:27 PM
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April Photo Contest :: Sponsored by VacuCam

This is the 16th installment of the monthly photo contest on NAM.

Follow this link for the: Rules and Submission Instructions Only *new* photos submitted to the contest gallery will be entered into the contest. Do not post your photos to this thread.

April's Photo Contest is sponsored by VacuCam. The winner of the NAM April Photo Conest will receive a VacuCam valued at $119.

Thanks OctaneGuy!



With that in mind, it seems only appropriate that this month's topic be somewhat vacucam related.

April's topic :: Motion

Interpret that how you will, keeping in mind that the photos must be MINI related and that only one photo per member per month may be submitted.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 02:38 PM
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Aw, that's no fair.... DiD is going to take this one by a long shot. He's the motion king!

I hope I can give you a run for your money on this one DiD...

Thanks Octane for giving us a fancy prize if we win this month!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 02:43 PM
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FWIW, at least four people suggested the topic to me when I asked for topic suggestions.

Also, before I go out shooting new photos I need to finish my processing from AMVIV.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by DiD


FWIW, at least four people suggested the topic to me when I asked for topic suggestions.

Also, before I go out shooting new photos I need to finish my processing from AMVIV.
I'm just kidding with you DiD. You just up the level of competition. You're a great photographer. It was great meeting you at AMVIV and we're all waiting for those pics. I want some more from Juan too...
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 02:52 PM
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Thank you OctaneGuy! That is wicked cool of you!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by goldcountrymini
I want some more from Juan too...
Gimme a few beers and I'm in!

Actually, I've been meaning to participate for a few months now.
This one should make for some cool entries.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 09:08 PM
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I'm sitting this one out...
Does blurry count?
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by 89AKurt
I'm sitting this one out...
Does blurry count?
Come on Kurt, have a few beers and there'll be plenty of motion!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by blacknblue
Come on Kurt, have a few beers and there'll be plenty of motion!
Like the MTV thing?
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 09:47 PM
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yeah Kurt....muwah ha ha ha


I'm all motioned out from my entry for last month...I'll see if I can come up with anything that I haven't already posted...if I had known I would have saved a particular shot...too late...it's been posted. Time to brain storm.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2006 | 10:00 PM
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You're welcome guys. By the way, just to clarify, the prize will be my new VacuCam Mini that I previously called the VacuCam Micro.

Hmm, now that I've offered a fabulous prize, I wonder if that excludes me from entering?? Not that I have any chance to win, I've got some motion ideas I've been meaning to try for awhile.

Or heck if it does, I'll just post them in the thread, it's not about winning anyways!

Richard
 
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Old Apr 3, 2006 | 08:34 AM
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A big shout out for OctaneGuy for pony-ing up an awesome prize! w00t!
 
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Old Apr 3, 2006 | 01:04 PM
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Wow...great prize! I'll have to get off my butt and do something this month!
 
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Old Apr 4, 2006 | 10:40 AM
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Awesome.... Must think of something kick-***.....
 
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Old Apr 4, 2006 | 01:36 PM
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Maybe it's time for me to enter one of these.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2006 | 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by OctaneGuy
, it's not about winning anyways!
Richard

Who are you kidding? I want to beat all these guys... hahahahaha You gotta love competition! Actually, seeing other folks just help drive the inspiration!!!
 
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Old Apr 5, 2006 | 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by blacknblue
Come on Kurt, have a few beers and there'll be plenty of motion!
Okay, I tried something, posted on the other thread.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=65159
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 03:47 AM
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I looked quickly on the vacucam site, but wasn't able to determine if there's a mount for use with a regular camera; is there? I'm not crazy about hanging my new DSLR on the side of my car, but I wouldn't mind experimenting with some shots like that.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 04:09 AM
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As the developer and manufacturer of the VacuCams, I can tell you that my camera systems and mounts were never intended to be used away from each other, so that's why you won't see any mention of DSLR camera mounts, or any ability to purchase my mounts sans a camera.

A VacuCam is a combination of a micro video camera and suction mount. The prize that I am offering for $119 includes a color CMOS video camera, mini suction mount, AV wiring and power.

While the standard (non Micro/Mini) mount can hold up to 80pounds, there are certain atmospheric conditions that can cause them to lose their grip, so would I ever put my precious D70s out there?? No way, and I wouldn't recommend that you do that either.

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Originally Posted by blalor
I looked quickly on the vacucam site, but wasn't able to determine if there's a mount for use with a regular camera; is there? I'm not crazy about hanging my new DSLR on the side of my car, but I wouldn't mind experimenting with some shots like that.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2006 | 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by blalor
I looked quickly on the vacucam site, but wasn't able to determine if there's a mount for use with a regular camera; is there? I'm not crazy about hanging my new DSLR on the side of my car, but I wouldn't mind experimenting with some shots like that.
Check out the offerings at Filmtools.com...
http://store.yahoo.com/cinemasupplies/carmounts.html
 
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Old Apr 11, 2006 | 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by 89AKurt
I'm sitting this one out...
Does blurry count?
That's not "blurry", That's "Impression Of Speed!!".
Jim
It's an artsy thing.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 10:51 AM
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Just a reminder. The contest deadline is only a week away.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by DiD
Just a reminder. The contest deadline is only a week away.
BUT I NEED MORE TIME...D'oh!
 
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Old Apr 18, 2006 | 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by DiD
Just a reminder. The contest deadline is only a week away.
Don't like that word.....
At least I have a few to vacillate over.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 11:43 AM
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I entered.

Someone has to come in last!
 
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