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Finally Mark's book in on the way

ModernCrapNutModernCrapNut Posts: 2,086 ✭
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Just got an e-mail from Amazon that Mark's book has shipped. A long wait but I did save money with the original 23.10 price and free shipping.


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  • Steve27Steve27 Posts: 13,275 ✭✭✭
    Mark who?
    "It's far easier to fight for principles, than to live up to them." Adlai Stevenson
  • BroadstruckBroadstruck Posts: 30,497 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Mark Goodman's book on Coin Photography.
    To Err Is Human.... To Collect Err's Is Just Too Much Darn Tootin Fun!
  • SilverBaronSilverBaron Posts: 767 ✭
    Received mine yesterday.... EXCELLENT ....... So well done..... Great pixs ...... Great discriptions ....

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    Silver Baron
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    Silver is the mortar that binds the bricks of loyalty.
  • EagleguyEagleguy Posts: 2,264 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Mine is also on the way. I am looking forward to reading it and I have been holding off on buying a camera until I do.

    JH
    JH

    Proof Buffalo Registry Set
    Capped Bust Quarters Registry Set
    Proof Walking Liberty Halves Registry Set
  • etexmikeetexmike Posts: 6,852 ✭✭✭
    My copy is also in the mail. image


    Mike
  • beartracks42beartracks42 Posts: 2,834 ✭
    My copy is also on its way from Amazon.image
    Gary
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  • Rob790Rob790 Posts: 547 ✭
    Got to get me a copy!
  • mgoodm3mgoodm3 Posts: 17,497 ✭✭✭
    Glad to hear that you like it. image

    A couple of example pics are too small to show what I want them to. those should be fixed in future printings.

    Let me know what you like, don't like and I will try to address those issues in future versions. This is all new territory for me.
    coinimaging.com/my photography articles Check out the new macro lens testing section
  • BECOKABECOKA Posts: 16,961 ✭✭✭
    Mark, so when do I get mine. image
  • tahoe98tahoe98 Posts: 11,388 ✭✭✭

    will this be easy to understand for the coin photo challenged?

    or will there be a follow-up title like "coin pics for dummies"..?image
    "government is not reason, it is not eloquence-it is a force! like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master; never for a moment should it be left to irresponsible action." George Washington
  • PatchFanaticPatchFanatic Posts: 284
    Mine should be here tomorrow along with a Canon Digital Rebel XSi. image
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  • BECOKABECOKA Posts: 16,961 ✭✭✭


    << <i>will this be easy to understand for the coin photo challenged?

    or will there be a follow-up title like "coin pics for dummies"..?image >>



    I think what will end up happening is if something is not clear just ask Mark either through PM, here or on my photography forum to clear it up. If this batch sells out and there is another printing I would assume that anything not clear would be fixed in the next printing.
  • mgoodm3mgoodm3 Posts: 17,497 ✭✭✭
    The book is organized in the "essentials" and "advanced" sections for each chapter. I tried to keep the essentials section to the.... essentials, and not let it get too complicated.
    coinimaging.com/my photography articles Check out the new macro lens testing section
  • jdillanejdillane Posts: 2,365 ✭✭✭
    just went on Amazon and placed my order. Can't wait!!
  • CoinRaritiesOnlineCoinRaritiesOnline Posts: 3,680 ✭✭✭✭
    I just got my copy in the mail today. All I can say is -- Wow!

    I just skimmed it from cover to cover. Fantastic images, diagrams on how to set up, a table in the back for troubleshooting your images --more info than you would ever dream of on this subject.

    This is like getting an in-depth tutorial from the master. If this book cost $150, it would still easily be worth it.

    Thanks Mark -- for writing this much needed book.
    John Agre

    Coin Rarities Online
  • MidLifeCrisisMidLifeCrisis Posts: 10,550 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Looking forward to getting mine....

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  • bdunndchibdunndchi Posts: 650
    I'll have to check this out!
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  • richardshipprichardshipp Posts: 5,647 ✭✭✭
    Just ordered one myself and looking forward to receiving it.

    Thanks Mark and Congrats !!!
  • Tvac897Tvac897 Posts: 1,478
    Just bought mine, took the money i saved and had it sent priority mail.
    -Rome is Burning

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  • rgCoinGuyrgCoinGuy Posts: 7,478 ✭
    Mine just got here, thanks Mark! I will start reading it this weekend. image
    imageQuid pro quo. Yes or no?
  • DMWJRDMWJR Posts: 6,021 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Mark, do you know if anyone is going to have them for sale at the ANA?
    Doug
  • mgoodm3mgoodm3 Posts: 17,497 ✭✭✭
    Zyrus will probably have them if they are there. Not sure about anybody else.
    coinimaging.com/my photography articles Check out the new macro lens testing section
  • 21Walker21Walker Posts: 1,762 ✭✭✭
    Heck, I didn't know Mark wrote a photography book. Just ordered one on Amazon with free shipping.....Can't wait to get it................Rick
    If don't look like UNC, it probrably isn't UNC.....U.S. Coast Guard. Chief Petty Officer (Retired) (1970-1990)

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  • CameonutCameonut Posts: 7,349 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I ordered mine early (months ago) on Amazon and they cancelled the order. I reordered a week or so ago and they have not shipped yet.

    Can't wait to get it - looking forward to it.

    “In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." - Thomas Jefferson

    My digital cameo album 1950-64 Cameos - take a look!

  • DMWJRDMWJR Posts: 6,021 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Great, I'll check there next week and if not will put an order through Amazon.

    Thanks for doing this. It's obvious to anyone who has done anything with books that you did it entirely out of love for photography and coins.
    Doug
  • CameonutCameonut Posts: 7,349 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Hey Mark!
    If we send our book to you will you sign it for us? Postage included for return of course....

    Or, can we buy one directly from you?

    “In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." - Thomas Jefferson

    My digital cameo album 1950-64 Cameos - take a look!

  • LeeGLeeG Posts: 12,162 ✭
    Mine arrived today. image Can't wait to start the read. Now I'll need to upgrade to a DLSR.
  • EagleEyeEagleEye Posts: 7,677 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I just ordered mine. I hope no one who sells Photo Sealed coins on ebay gets one.
    Rick Snow, Eagle Eye Rare Coins, Inc.Check out my new web site:
  • RWBRWB Posts: 8,082 ✭
    If this book cost $150, it would still easily be worth it.

    Mark - looks like you'd better raise the price!
  • mgoodm3mgoodm3 Posts: 17,497 ✭✭✭
    $150 it is!!!!!!image
    coinimaging.com/my photography articles Check out the new macro lens testing section
  • MesquiteMesquite Posts: 4,075 ✭✭✭
    Just received this e-mail.

    Greetings from Amazon.com. We thought you'd like to know that we shipped your items, and that this completes your order. Two guesses on what book completed that order. I look forward to seeing your book Mark!
    There are two ways to conquer and enslave a nation. One is by the sword. The other is by debt.
    –John Adams, 1826
  • orevilleoreville Posts: 12,126 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Will this book be available at the ANA show???

    Thanks!
    A Collectors Universe poster since 1997!
  • BochimanBochiman Posts: 25,556 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Bought mine directly from Mark.
    Was hoping he would have driven it up here, in person...only a few hours of driving image

    Book arrived, signed, today image

    Much better than buying from Amazon and hope it helps support the author image

    I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment

  • mgoodm3mgoodm3 Posts: 17,497 ✭✭✭
    I'm a bit behind on PM's right now, but I will get back to everybody eventually. Going to bed now. Long day of work tomorrow.
    coinimaging.com/my photography articles Check out the new macro lens testing section
  • ArizonaJackArizonaJack Posts: 4,029 ✭✭✭


    << <i>Mine arrived today. image Can't wait to start the read. Now I'll need to upgrade to a DLSR. >>



    When you do, perhaps you sell the old one, a camera with some " provenance " might bring a premium !!image

    I got my email today from Amazon as wel, will prolly be camera shopping soon
    " YOU SUCK " Awarded 5/18/08
  • mrearlygoldmrearlygold Posts: 17,858 ✭✭✭
    Yay! Hope you sell a million copies Mark. All the best image

    Coin's for sale/trade.


    Tom Pilitowski
    US Rare Coin Investments
    800-624-1870

  • ibzman350ibzman350 Posts: 5,315 ✭
    The check is in the mail....image


    looking forward to the book Mark.










    Herb
    Remember it's not how you pick your nose that matters, it's where you put the boogers.
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  • lcoopielcoopie Posts: 8,873 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I got 2 copies, one for a present for a fellow collector
    who knows nothing about coin photography

    It looks great, highly recommend
    LCoopie = Les
  • sbeverlysbeverly Posts: 962 ✭✭✭

    I just received mine in the mail.

    Glanced through it and it looks great.
    Positive transactions with Cladiator, Meltdown, ajbauman, LeeG, route66,DennisH,Hmann,FilamCoins,mgoodm3,terburn88,MrOrganic, weg,dcarr,guitarwes,Zubie,Barndog,wondercoin,braddick,etc...
  • OnWithTheHuntOnWithTheHunt Posts: 1,258 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Just got mine. Can't wait to read it. Thanks Mark.
    Proud recipient of the coveted "You Suck Award" (9/3/10).
  • BroadstruckBroadstruck Posts: 30,497 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I just got my copy today... it even smells good! imageimage

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    To Err Is Human.... To Collect Err's Is Just Too Much Darn Tootin Fun!
  • mgoodm3mgoodm3 Posts: 17,497 ✭✭✭
    So the scratch and sniff inserts are working.
    coinimaging.com/my photography articles Check out the new macro lens testing section
  • RWBRWB Posts: 8,082 ✭
    Hmmm..I thought it was the Chinese noodles used for packing.....
  • BobGreeneBobGreene Posts: 952 ✭
    I'm still waiting for mine to arrive from Amazon, but I have a quick question in the meantime... is there a section in the book that goes into what to look for in a camera and how to pick out one that will be good for coin photography? Once I get the book and have read it thoroughly, then I'll need to buy me a camera.


    Bob
  • zeebobzeebob Posts: 2,825 ✭
    I've got a ton (actually just about that in packaged weight) of glass to photograph for Ebay as well as coins. Was thinking to by a camera better than my Nikon 4200. Was thinking to maybe pony up for a D80 and good set of lenses. But like the last poster, I'm not sure what sort of camera is "good." I've heard the body isn't as important as the lighting and the lens. Any thoughts?

    BTW: Just ordered Mark's book.
  • RWBRWB Posts: 8,082 ✭
    "Good" camera, especially for coins or glass, really boils down to the lighting, not the camera. The same camera can work for both, but you’ll want a macro lens for coins. Mark's book will help you on the coins, for glassware do the following:

    Get a large sheet of matte white paper that is free of creases. Place a table next to a wall and put the paper on the table, running it up the wall about 24-inches. The junction of table and wall should be smoothly curved.

    Aim one light at the paper on the wall so that it comes from high and is aimed downward at the wall. It should make a bright oval.

    Aim a second, larger light (such as a photographic umbrella) above and at a 45-degree angle to the glassware.

    Put your glass item on the table and, with the camera on a tripod, align the camera, glass and oval on the wall so that the glass is evenly framed.

    Adjust the larger light so that it highlights the design and shape of the glass. White balance on the background (wall), and move the main light so it shows off the glass.

    Most of the visual effect actually is produced by the light transmitted through your glass object. The main light simply defines surface detail and edge. With a little practice, this will become very easy to do and your photos should look much like those in professional catalogs.
  • BroadstruckBroadstruck Posts: 30,497 ✭✭✭✭✭
    These may not be great digital camera's for coins... but they sure are cute in a retro kinda way! image

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    To Err Is Human.... To Collect Err's Is Just Too Much Darn Tootin Fun!

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