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Offline Brians937

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #50 on: June 14, 2010, 14:12:18 »
That tank looks good. I remember my first tank looking at yours. It was a 29gal tall. I didnt know anything about anything and I had a huma huma, porky puffer and coral LOL. I watched my Huma eat everything that moved. I was buying 10 crab a week just to watch him eat them. He would grab the pointy part of the shell take the crab to the top of the tank and shake the shell tell the crab feel out.....then BOOM........crab was gone....lol

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #51 on: June 14, 2010, 14:18:04 »
I have been trying for weeks to get pictures like yours.  What settings do you use to get them that nice?  I have a nikon D5000 with several lens'.  Please help me learn!

OH MY  :o you flatter me !

I humbly use a Sony H2 with an adapter and a macro lens.

you are only seeing the semi-good shots I can get out of what seems like hundreds I delete  :laugh:

I play with the white balance a lot. but my camera has limited control with it. Close up ,then MACRO setting is a must.

Turn off your AF illumination light. stops the cameras Auto Focus from bouncing off the glass and lets it focus on deeper objects.

These are just a few things that work for me. There are people on here (lazylivin for example to name just one) who take MUCH better pics and may be willing to give some better advice.

IMO the most important thing is "become one with your equipment"   :laugh: meaning : I dont have the best camera out there, but I use it a lot. I know its functions inside and out as well what it can and cant do. It is rare that you will find me without my H2.. just ask my family  :laugh:

I hope this points you in the right direction  :)
Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #52 on: June 14, 2010, 14:23:49 »
That tank looks good. I remember my first tank looking at yours. It was a 29gal tall. I didnt know anything about anything and I had a huma huma, porky puffer and coral LOL. I watched my Huma eat everything that moved. I was buying 10 crab a week just to watch him eat them. He would grab the pointy part of the shell take the crab to the top of the tank and shake the shell tell the crab feel out.....then BOOM........crab was gone....lol

Thanks ... this is technically  ::) my sons tank ..I serve as just a adviser and a poster for him since he's not old enough yet to join the website.

This is a real stable system and fun to watch grow 
Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #53 on: September 28, 2010, 19:37:04 »
Just taking advantage of the new image size on the board :) (and having fun)





Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #54 on: September 28, 2010, 20:09:18 »
pics look alot better  when they r bigger
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #55 on: September 28, 2010, 21:01:51 »
Great shot Ken. Lets see some more  ;D

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #56 on: September 29, 2010, 01:24:20 »
Great shot Ken. Lets see some more  ;D

Ask and you will receive :)











Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #57 on: September 29, 2010, 01:47:27 »
Oh wow Ken, those are some really nice looking shots. THANKS!

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #58 on: September 29, 2010, 02:57:45 »
MORE :)













More to come :)

Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #59 on: September 29, 2010, 08:18:08 »
WOW those look great
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #60 on: September 29, 2010, 13:45:24 »
Thanks :)

The new image size allowance has me going through my pics.... I guess I should put these in the clubs gallery
Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #61 on: September 29, 2010, 23:34:12 »
Wow!! Nice pics Ken.
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #62 on: October 04, 2010, 23:15:49 »
More Pics ... :party0040:









Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #63 on: October 05, 2010, 08:15:46 »
very sweet
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #64 on: October 05, 2010, 12:47:41 »
Very Sweet indeed!

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #65 on: October 05, 2010, 13:43:11 »
Just gorgeous Ken

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #66 on: November 03, 2010, 23:18:37 »
Well .. After a Great trip to Coral Ranch (Support This Sponsor  :-ThumbUpsm )

We picked up our first Copper Banded Butterfly Fish ( 1st butterfly fish for that matter). We realize this fish will be a little cramped in its present home, however, a larger containment vessel is being planed out  :smiley-happy112:

1. Drip Acclimation AKA " The Waiting Room"





My Fist Hiding Place  ;D



Getting to know the neighbors !







I'm sure there will be more to come :) .....




 







« Last Edit: November 03, 2010, 23:31:52 by Kenn »
Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #67 on: November 04, 2010, 08:14:38 »
congrates  he looks good
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #68 on: November 04, 2010, 14:14:51 »
Thanks !

I just picked up a 20g long to plumb into the system for a grow out tank :) going to be working on it tonight  ... :hmmmm:  maybe I should stream it ( promises to be a great comedy).

Really excited about this little build. I have more zoas then I know what to do with. So its time to frag some up so I can spread the love  :laugh:



Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #69 on: November 04, 2010, 17:51:03 »
we can all  use a little love
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #70 on: November 11, 2010, 18:16:05 »
Just thought I would post a few pics of the new 20g grow out tank that has now been added to this build :)









« Last Edit: November 11, 2010, 18:37:00 by Kenn »
Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #71 on: November 11, 2010, 20:55:30 »
looks good
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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #72 on: November 11, 2010, 22:16:38 »
Very cool! and there are already frags in it too :)

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #73 on: November 16, 2010, 17:46:39 »
really liking the frag racks, what lights are you running on the grow out tank? Orbits?

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Re: Dragoon431 37 Gallon Build
« Reply #74 on: November 19, 2010, 11:58:12 »
really liking the frag racks, what lights are you running on the grow out tank? Orbits?

The light is a Current Sunpod 150 watt MH ... It came from the 26g that I broke down :)
Currently doing a 75g build | http://ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=16275.0| tanks of the past : 26g Bowfront LPS and Fish| http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=4858.0 || 37g a little of everything | http://www.ohioreef.com/index.php?topic=7751.0

"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."   < K >

 

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