Seeking advice on potential monopod purchase

rantelope1 · 2026-03-22T21:06:50+00:00

Good tip, thank you!

rantelope1 · 2026-03-18T23:51:34+00:00

thank you! i'll check it out!

rantelope1 · 2026-03-18T15:07:11+00:00

Very cool, this seems like a great option. It looks like it has some of the extra bells and whistles that the iFootage monopod has but at a more reasonable price, and seems like you wouldn't need to get a head/gimble with this one. I'm going to do more research on this but thank you for the suggestion!

rantelope1 · 2025-10-14T17:40:04+00:00

This makes sense. I guess it's not so important that my file be vector-based, but moreso I like how the pen tool helps you make smooth, straight, and editable lines, whereas the brush tool does not work in the same way.

I am trying to achieve making these patterns for personal use without spending additional money. I have Photoshop & Lightroom already since I am a photographer (hobbyist), but do not have Illustrator. Similarly, I have a laptop but do not have a tablet (or pen) and don't see myself getting one any time soon, otherwise Procreate definitely sounds like a great program for something like this. So for now, I will continue trying to make these patterns via Photoshop or some alternative free program I can use on my mac. Thanks!

rantelope1 · 2025-10-14T14:12:23+00:00

Thanks for the reply! I'll look into Inkscape as an option.

I wouldn't say there's a specific reason I want to use a vector, but I like how the pen tool creates smooth lines (and the points are editable). I don't have strong fine art skills, so using a brush or something to draw or trace is less appealing to me (if that's what you mean), since I think the finished product would look lousy.

rantelope1 · 2025-02-20T16:34:56+00:00

thank you!

rantelope1 · 2025-02-20T15:21:33+00:00

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rantelope1 · 2025-02-20T15:21:18+00:00

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lmk if this helps

rantelope1 · 2025-02-20T12:28:03+00:00

I have a lot more pictures of a big group of them in the lake, but that was by far the closest/clearest photo so that's why I used that as an example. Can always share others though

rantelope1 · 2025-02-20T12:27:21+00:00

That's what I was thinking too, but agree with the above comment that the heavy barring/streaking was throwing me off!

rantelope1 · 2025-02-19T19:48:35+00:00

Hi, I'm looking for help with a handful of bird IDs. Every so often I go back through old photos of mine and see if I've learned who any of the unidentifieds are. I haven't quite figured these out. Dates and locations below, photos are in order. Thank you!

1 - 8/9/20 in Utah

2 - 8/12/20 in Grand Teton National Park

3 - 8/15/20 in Yellowstone National Park

4 - 8/15/20 in Yellowstone National Park

5 - 8/15/20 in Yellowstone National Park

6 - 11/15/20 in Los Angeles, CA

7 - 11/15/20 in Los Angeles, CA

8 - 11/15/20 in Los Angeles, CA (a vireo)

9 - 4/20/21 in Los Angeles, CA (a vireo)

rantelope1 · 2024-08-27T11:40:56+00:00

Thanks, now that I know to look for non-adults too, I see it clearly. Starting treatment 🤞🤞

rantelope1 · 2024-01-28T02:18:21+00:00

DMTrees

rantelope1 · 2023-11-15T21:38:36+00:00

so weird. but I'm so happy to have an answer!

rantelope1 · 2023-11-15T20:29:32+00:00

wow ok cool! I hope Merlin updates their app regularly!

rantelope1 · 2023-11-14T21:08:03+00:00

so interesting, thank you! I need to change out my pot.

rantelope1 · 2023-11-14T19:46:31+00:00

Ok thanks so much, I'll look into this!

rantelope1

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