View Full Version : anyone want to help out this kid
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wan/487300501.html
erikhaugsby
11-27-2007, 16:28
That's a big request, methinks.
Tuolumne
11-27-2007, 16:29
It could be a CV with lens, too. That would be less big.
/T
Strangers.
Just give me 1500 worth of camera gear because I work hard.
You never know.
Morca007
11-27-2007, 16:31
That's a big request, methinks.
Very much so.
I have worked since I was 8 years old and started photography at the same age. I just got an M6 this year, 38 years later.
You've got to earn it my friend. But it does take a big set to ask!
rogue_designer
11-27-2007, 16:34
He specified decent, quiet, fast... doesn't have to be an M6 methinks. I'd send him a Yashica Lynx 5000.
pesphoto
11-27-2007, 16:40
The lynx 5000 would be a great camera for him to use. He's asking a bit much I'd say.
Tuolumne
11-27-2007, 16:46
Remeber to do random acts of kindness. A reminder that G-d does exist.
/T
rogue_designer
11-27-2007, 16:50
Come to think of it... Anyone want to send me an M6? (I'd settle for an M4)
;)
I wouldn't mind if Santa would send me an M8. I promise not to sell it. I have been working for many years. I'm a nice decent man. [I will think of some other good stuff later on]. I would also like the Luigi camera case with the M8. No eco model please.
mllanos1111
11-27-2007, 17:02
How about intructions to making a pinhole camera
I wouldn't mind if Santa would send me an M8. I promise not to sell it. I have been working for many years. I'm a nice decent man. [I will think of some other good stuff later on]. I would also like the Luigi camera case with the M8. No eco model please.
Raid, I am heartbroken. Please post your address.
Santa
Tuolumne
11-27-2007, 17:05
Someone should email him this link. Let's see what he has to say for himself!
/T
Does it have to be sent to Nigeria?
felix5616
11-27-2007, 17:29
Welcome to the entitlement generation. Never mind saving ones money and buying what one can afford, instead just give me what I want simply because I deserve it.
Wow, an M6. Kid's got taste, could have asked for a Canon 5D...
Anupam Basu
11-27-2007, 17:55
Someone should email him this link. Let's see what he has to say for himself!
/T
Done!
-Anupam
Gabriel M.A.
11-27-2007, 17:59
Does it have to be sent to Nigeria?
That was my first thought. But the spelling and grammar seem to be ok, not like the forcefully-let's-get-some-sort-of-silly-accent-across pseudo-bushspeak.
This could be the new wave of scams. Unfortunate, though, for those who really mean it.
Odd, though, to go online and request a very specific, expensive handout. A "handout" because he's not offering anything in return (photos for a worthy project, prints in return, something...)
I have found a guy who i'm sure can help! was good to me in the past when I was in need! Maybe he'll bring a BIG bag of manners and a little humility!
http://www.santaclause.com/
nikonhswebmaster
11-27-2007, 18:09
I don't work hard, I have been a very bad troll, can someone give me that M8 I have been wanting?
Lets send him a Yashica GSN
Fast, quiet and oh-so retro!
I'm taking donations too so if anybody is feeling kind hearted don't hesitate to send me one too..
Does it have to be sent to Nigeria?
No. It is Afghanistan.:bang:
pesphoto
11-27-2007, 19:07
I'll take a Hexar Af if anyone is feeing the need to give........
Well, the post was deleted by it's author. Must have have got his wish. :rolleyes:
Well, the post was deleted by it's author. Must have have got his wish. :rolleyes:
... or realized the error of his ways.
... or deleted by a person ...
Having a wishlist is fine, but asking for an M6 is crap.
flippyot
11-27-2007, 20:43
I'd take a Canonet QL17... I mean that ain't much right?
ClaremontPhoto
11-30-2007, 05:49
I cannot see the post, presumably asking for a camera, because it's been deleted.
Didn't a whole lot of folks in RFF give BACK ALLEY a camera a couple of years ago?
Jon, why bring this up in relation to this thread? This kid is asking for a camera for doing nothing. Joe did not ask for a camera, it was an initiative of the membership of RFF to collect $ to by a camera as a gift of thanks for the work Joe had put into moderating RFF. Once Joe became aware of it, he even asked Jorge to cancel this effort.
Your post, along with your "gearheads are not into meaningful photography like real photographers" statement, and your posted list of qualified photographers, indicates to me that you have some kind of underlying issue with RFF. Why not discuss it openly?
You're a positive contributer to RFF Jon, especially with your weekly pics threads. So why these little digs and put downs? Lay it on the table Jon.
ClaremontPhoto
11-30-2007, 08:46
Your post, along with your "gearheads are not into meaningful photography like real photographers" statement.
Who said that? Not me. Never.
I don't think Jon meant that in a bad way at all. I can't see the original post either, so I can't comment on how 'cheeky' the lad was being.
Anyone got it saved?
dazedgonebye
11-30-2007, 09:05
Hey, I'm in the phoenix area. I've got 20 or so film cameras laying about. If the kid wanted something basic to learn on, I'd be inclined to help...but a M6?
I cant see the add now, it’s been deleted, but I’ve witnessed acts of great generosity on this forum in the past, the early posts on this thread seemed more judgmental than generous however
Jamie123
11-30-2007, 09:14
This reminds me of a post on another forum where a guy asked for a medium format camera. He was very specific and wanted an SLR with interchangeable backs and lenses. I'm pretty sure he was talking about a Hasselblad :)
I'm disturbed by this thread.
I didn't see the original post, so can't judge if it was a cheeky scam or a naive request from someone who knows the utility but not the market value of what he asks for.
It's always possible that there is a need for help with photographic equipment in Afghanistan. It's also possible that it's a scam.
I wouldn't give to every beggar on the street, but I would never insult or berate them. In this unfortunate world some beg because they must.
Richard F.
Papa Smurf
11-30-2007, 09:35
Hey, I'm in the phoenix area. I've got 20 or so film cameras laying about. If the kid wanted something basic to learn on, I'd be inclined to help...but a M6?
Forget the M6, but IMHO a gift/loan of something more modest would cause you to feel very good because, you had either: (1) started someone on a lifetime in the photography experience, or (2) exposed him as fraud looking for a handout. :angel: Even if it is no. 1 and he grows disinterested, you will still have done a good thing. Maybe his problem is the he is uncertain about how much he really wants to become a photographer and therefore is reluctant to blow the bucks for nice equipment to learn on?:confused: In another life, I was a struggling college student with a wife and a baby daughter and several part-time jobs. Even though I used my dirt bike to commute to my many jobs, I was racked with the guilt that I received emense pleasure from riding it. Don't know anymore about the guy than any of you guys, but..........
Tuolumne
11-30-2007, 09:53
Hey, guys, what's with the soapbox? We have no idea what happened. His post and its deletion are like a Rorshack test - we each see what we want in it, revealing more about ourselves than the petitioner.
/T
Jon, why bring this up in relation to this thread? This kid is asking for a camera for doing nothing. Joe did not ask for a camera, it was an initiative of the membership of RFF to collect $ to by a camera as a gift of thanks for the work Joe had put into moderating RFF. Once Joe became aware of it, he even asked Jorge to cancel this effort.
Your post, along with your "gearheads are not into meaningful photography like real photographers" statement, and your posted list of qualified photographers, indicates to me that you have some kind of underlying issue with RFF. Why not discuss it openly?
You're a positive contributer to RFF Jon, especially with your weekly pics threads. So why these little digs and put downs? Lay it on the table Jon.
Jon: Who said that? Not me. Never.
Okay Jon, then it was "gearheads aren't into photography in a meaningful way."
Will you respond to the gist of my post?
Amazing....we start off with a kid asking for a camera and wind up with multiple insults and pissing matches.
Bob
Anupam Basu
11-30-2007, 16:38
It's like Chinese whispers - you never know where you'll end up.
ClaremontPhoto
11-30-2007, 22:47
Okay Jon, then it was "gearheads aren't into photography in a meaningful way."
Will you respond to the gist of my post?
No I have never said that or anything like like that in any post, and no I don't want or need to reply to your post.
I'll be out taking photographs today.
ClaremontPhoto
11-30-2007, 23:42
FrankS:
I was out in the twilight this morning with a camera, and I got very angry with your recent posts as a I tried to relax and take some OK photos of guys going out hunting for hares.
Your behavior here is 'trolling'. I have never mocked your camera collection behavior, but you write untrue words that I have never said or implied.
I think FrankG is a bit nutty but he has you well sussed on his site.
Please keep your distance.
Jon, you most certainly did post such words and sentiments.
http://rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39326&page=2&highlight=gearheads+collectors post#29
Joe:
You are a good guy doing a good job.
RFF caters for fondlers and for collectors. Dual audience.
You know that.
Stephen Gandy knows that also.
You also know that us photographers are not much into gear, and that that the collectors are not really into photography in a meaningful way. There is, however, a small crossover.
We all get along well together.
Why muddy the waters trying to make out out like we are in opposition? Especially given your privileged position on RFF.
Chill.
Enjoy the diversity.
________________
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Jon
The only thing more sick and pathetic than FrankG's twisted internet behaviour, is that there are those that support it.
Now I know what your issue is with RFF.
ClaremontPhoto
12-01-2007, 07:08
FrankS:
I'll put my hands to that.
You got me bang to rights.
I hope that when we meet one day that you'll see me smile when I talk about you fondler types. My father is a camera fondler (and typewriters and lawnmowers also) so I know where you're coming from.
Gabriel M.A.
12-01-2007, 07:33
I understand, Frank.
You're accused of "trolling", and after all of that, not even an apology. If I did what you just did, I'd be told that I'm looking for a fight.
People who mock the "gearheads" are not called on it, and some prominent people have set the example. Those pointing out the flaws in their argument, accuse you of it in return, and brand you a troll.
::sigh::
Kim Coxon
12-01-2007, 09:00
OK guys. Lets keep away from the slanging matchs. I don't care if you consider yourself a gearhead, a fondler, a picture taker or anything else. The RFF rules apply equally to ALL members. If you have a problem with a post, please report the post. If you feel you must deal with the matter yourself, do it via PM and not in open forum. There is a wide diversity on the forum with many different views that are equally valid to the person who holds them. By all means argue the views as fiercely as you like but at the same time please respect the fact that other members may feel differently. You can hardly ask that others respect your view if you are not prepared to respect others.
Kim
back alley
12-01-2007, 14:17
this is an amazing place, really.
it has the ability to foster such care and human warmth and generosity while at the same time being able to generate such hard and cold and callous and mean comments.
are all forums like this?
i tell you what...let's start over - all of us who are embroiled in this mass of emotion and conflict.
here and now...
for those that feel that they have been unjustly accused of trolling...i apologize.
for those who have been accused of looking for a fight...i apologize.
for those who feel insulted by my comments about their comments...i apologize.
for those who have been upset, felt threatened, been banned and reinstated...i apologize.
for those who have suffered in any way from any actions taken here, by myself or others...i apologize.
let us cleanse, once and for all time, all the bitterness and bile and move on to a more peaceful time for each of us.
whadyasay?
joe
nwcanonman
12-01-2007, 23:07
Blessed be the Uniter.
You da Man, Joe.
ClaremontPhoto
12-01-2007, 23:10
are all forums like this?
I suspect that most are way nastier than the good folks in here.
I apologize for accusing FrankS of trolling.
xayraa33
12-01-2007, 23:15
gearhead, photographer, gearhead, photographer.......
who cares, as long as I am having fun.
good clean fun.
xayraa33
12-01-2007, 23:22
... come back Frank.
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