CSG 2015 Photo Thread

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 16:51

I thought that since a lot of people won't be able to attend the convention, we could (somewhat) experience it vicariously through the photos of those who will. So feel free to post your photos of either the catfish you see or the convention itself.

I spent most of yesterday at Pier Aquatics; I don't think I've ever seen it that full before (with even one more sneaky shipment yet to come in). Neil and the rest of the staff have really put a lot of effort in to make the shop so good.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 16:57

More.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:00

More.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:02

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YouTube · Post by **bekateen** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:04

Matt, thanks for starting this thread. I really enjoyed reading about and seeing photos/videos from the CatCon meeting last Fall (viewtopic.php?f=2&t=41111). I will look forward to an equally interesting review from the CSG meeting. Take lots of pictures, folks, both of the fish and yourselves! The rest of us will just have to enjoy the CSG from afar (and in some cases from very afar, LOL)

Cheers, Eric

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:08

Same here, Eric. I won't be there, but took a good amount of photos from Pier though.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:09

More.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:15

Last few, I'll have some ready in a bit.

YouTube · Post by **bekateen** » 19 Mar 2015, 17:50

Really good photos. Are they taken at the fish store? If so, wow! I can't get photos this good at home.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 19:46

bekateen wrote:Really good photos. Are they taken at the fish store? If so, wow! I can't get photos this good at home.

Thanks, and yup, taken at the shop. I'm getting better at using the onboard flash, I 'discovered' that you can alter the flash intensity which helps to get the right exposure depending on how deep in the tank they are.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 19:49

Some more.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 19:52

And some more.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 19:55

Still more.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 19:58

Just a couple few more.

syno321 · Post by **syno321** » 19 Mar 2015, 20:01

From all of us who are there in spirit only, thank you

YouTube · Post by **bekateen** » 19 Mar 2015, 20:01

matthewfaulkner wrote:Thanks, and yup, taken at the shop. I'm getting better at using the onboard flash, I 'discovered' that you can alter the flash intensity which helps to get the right exposure depending on how deep in the tank they are.

I'm curious - What kind of camera and lens are you using? (since you mention the onboard flash, I'm assuming it integral to the camera body and not a separate purchase)

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 20:02

Almost done, honest.

matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 20:16

bekateen wrote:I'm curious - What kind of camera and lens are you using? (since you mention the onboard flash, I'm assuming it integral to the camera body and not a separate purchase)

Nothing special, a Canon 60D (onboard flash) with either the 'kit' 18-55mm STM or 'nifty' 50mm f1.8 with extension tubes. Most of these photos are with the 50mm and extension tubes (they don't fit the 18-55mm).

YouTube · Post by **bekateen** » 19 Mar 2015, 20:29

Okay, thanks.

YouTube · Post by **Jools** » 19 Mar 2015, 20:41

These are all good pics and some are excellent. It would be good to add some of them to the site, but I will check with Neil tomorrow.

Jools

NCE12940 · Post by **NCE12940** » 19 Mar 2015, 21:22

Really are nice photos, and very enjoyable to see.

Mol_PMB · Post by **Mol_PMB** » 19 Mar 2015, 22:06

No pics of the giant L24s? They'll be coming to get you... !

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matthewfaulkner · Post by **matthewfaulkner** » 19 Mar 2015, 22:09

Mol_PMB wrote:No pics of the giant L24s? They'll be coming to get you... !

I have a video though!

Mol_PMB · Post by **Mol_PMB** » 19 Mar 2015, 23:00

Great! I'm very impressed with the quality of your photos and videos in the shop - I always struggle with reflections.
Call me strange, but I like to go and see the two big L24s every time I visit Pier. My little (ish) L24 is definitely my favourite fish - such a character, really active for a pleco, and beautiful colours.
Looking forward to meeting some of you on Saturday.
Cheers,
Paul

mikeyrose · Post by **mikeyrose** » 20 Mar 2015, 00:28

Wow...so many stunning photos of glorious fish!! 8-D

Post by **Shane** » 20 Mar 2015, 01:17

There is not a single fish store in the U.S. that could hold a candle to Pier. In fact, I have hit every good store between New York and DC on a road trip and not seen the quality of fish after 4 hours of driving that I see after 15 minutes at Neil's place.
-Shane

Dave Rinaldo · Post by **Dave Rinaldo** » 20 Mar 2015, 02:05

Shane wrote:There is not a single fish store in the U.S. that could hold a candle to Pier. In fact, I have hit every good store between New York and DC on a road trip and not seen the quality of fish after 4 hours of driving that I see after 15 minutes at Neil's place.
-Shane

Maybe the Wholesalers also!

Post by **Birger** » 20 Mar 2015, 04:59

I agree,you may think you have seen them all but there will be one or likely more than one species you have not ever seen before somewhere in Neil's store....it is a treat!

Birger

Mol_PMB · Post by **Mol_PMB** » 21 Mar 2015, 23:11

My first convention and I'm really enjoying it. The lectures are fascinating, and it's great to meet some of the famous names in catfish and discuss our common interest.
Plus I've managed to buy some Cory condiscipulus to join my herd of Cory oiapoquensis.
I'd recommend the convention to anyone considering it next time!

YouTube · Post by **Jools** » 22 Mar 2015, 10:42

I've not managed to put username to face yet, but do say hello if you can.

Jools