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My New Website

You can view all my images, workshops,macro mentoring course, macro photo club, and more at my new site at www.tinylandscapes.com

Mike Moats - Photo by Chris Clor

Some of my published works and awards

Sponsored by Tamron

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Mike Moats		16-Oct-2015 09:07
Dilek, click on the page that says Workshops, and scroll down aways to see the schedule.

Dilek Ozler		16-Oct-2015 01:55
Hi Mike. When and where is your next Macro Boot Camp?

Mike Moats		26-May-2015 13:44
Hey Tony, call the hotel and ask for the Neighborhood Rate. That's what they just told me to tell everyone is to ask for the Neighborhood Rate and you should get the $99 rate. I usually don't do these block prices because the hotels can never get it set up to work with out some kind of hassle. Thanks and let me know if there any more issues. Mike Moats

tony martinez		25-May-2015 01:45
Hi Mike I signed up for your Macro conference to be held in Minnetoka Minnesota in Sept. 2015 and have called to reserve a room at the hotel where it is to be held but was told that they are not aware of this conference to be held there and that several people had been calling for the same reason and to reserve a room such as myself. So can you tell me if this has been straightened out so I may proceed with my reservation in time?I have called and asked for Miriam whom doesn't answer the phone left a message with my phone no# and have not received a called as of yet. Hope to hear from you on this . Thank you.

DennyJ		27-Apr-2015 13:24
Mike, Are your Macro courses online PC friendly only or will they work on Macs as well? Thank you, Dennis

Mike Moats		27-Jun-2013 10:18
Larry that is a great system, and one that I use. The Tamron 18-270 is a great overall lens which will allow you to focus areas as small as 2 inches by 3 inches, so it will work as a close-up lens, but for true macro in the 1:1 ratio, which is now focusing as small as 7/8th of an inch by an inch and a 3/8ths. If you need to get into macro range, then by a true macro lens. You can also add extension tubes with your 18-270 which will also allow you to focus into the macro range.

Mike Moats		26-Oct-2012 13:07
Hey GM, some people have come to the workshops with point and shoots. Most have DSLR cameras with macro lens and tripod. There is no mandatory camera equipment required. If you have no equipment you can come just to learn what need to buy, and as far as brands, they all do a good job for macro.

GM		25-Oct-2012 15:14
What equipment do students need for your class? Any brand or kind better than others?

Mike Moats		04-Sep-2012 13:52
Hey Chuck, I always like to recommend a longer focal length macro lens like the Tamron 180mm but the cost is over seven hundred dollars, and the longer focal lengths in the Canon or Nikon are double that. If the Tamron 18 is out of the price range then I suggest the Tamron 90mm macro which after rebates you can get for $425. Good luck with whatever you decide and hope to see you in Dallas.

Mike Moats		21-Mar-2012 16:35
Hey Paula, the teleconverter will increase the focal range of the macro lens, so if you have a 100mm macro with a 2X converter then you will be using a 200mm macro lens. Not all lenses will work with teleconverters, so go to the local camera store to try one on with the lens and the camera to make sure it all works together. The more expensive teleconverters have better glass so it's recommended that you go with the Nikon or Canon which are more costly, but from what I understand they do a much better job for the images. I've also been told to use the 1.4X teleconverters, as they work better then the 2X, but I have not had any experience with either as I don't use them. If your friend has a brand other then Nikon or Canon, then they will have to check and see if their camera brand has a teleconverter system for their camera, and if not go with the Kenko Teleconverters.

sirwood		01-Oct-2011 15:01
Enjoyed your presentation to the Pikes Peak camera club. Stopped at Mueller State Park and took a couple of pictures pbase.com/sirwood/foliage2011. I will take a tripod next time.

Mike Moats		25-Aug-2011 13:52
Thanks Curt, I appreciate your comment.

Curt Hiller		25-Aug-2011 10:44
Thank you Mike for sharing your incredible skills, creativity and imagination!!! Very inspirational to me. Chillerphotos Curt Hiller

Mike Moats		22-Mar-2011 15:45
I have been lazy about adding the link for my equipment, but I will do that soon, thanks.

Guest		22-Mar-2011 13:53
Some photographers have a list of their equipment they use on their website. Do you have a list and if so where?

Mike Moats		22-Jul-2010 11:24
Thanks Sue, it's was a pleasure meeting and talking with you. Glad my images inspired you and good luck with your photography.

Guest		22-Jul-2010 03:40
Mike, I was impressed by your work at the Ann Arbor Art Fair. I couldn't decide between your print of the Oregon anemone, or a leaf shot. I knew when I looked at your work that I would order a book or cd from you about macro photography. Your photographs made me slow down and look closely. Thanks for taking the time to talk to me, and spark my interest. Sue - Ann Arbor

Mike Moats		11-Jun-2010 18:22
Hey Larry, here is a link to Photoflex who sells reflectors and diffusers.http://www.photoflex.com/Photoflex_Products/index.html?phase=search&page=0&new_metakey=693 I use the 12" translucent and the 12" silver/gold reflector.

Mike Moats		09-Feb-2010 00:13
Hey Elizabeth, thank you for your comment, and the internet is a great place to let the worls know who you are and what you have to offer. I have people from all over the world that I'm in contact wth because of the net, it's a great thing.

elizabeth dell		08-Feb-2010 23:00
hi Mike: i am also already an avid macro photographer living in Canada. I haven't expanded into the internet yet, however I do sell my photos. Thank you for sharing your love of nature.

Maxim		26-Nov-2009 21:16
You look like slightly-older George Clooney. I also thought you look like "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" combined - try another portrait with a hat, a cigar and Union uniform or poncho :) LOL Great macro pictures. Found your website from a link in Outdoor Photographer. Good stuff. Thanks.

Mike Moats		12-Nov-2009 04:17
LOL, Michaelangelo!

Cynthia		05-Jun-2009 03:06
Dear Mr. Moats, I was given this website and some literature from a mutual friend of ours, Molly. I am very interested in taking your workshop classes. I wish to further my skills. I too love close up photography of flowers, yet, I believe I can do better. And if Molly promotes your work, well you can't get a better referrel than that! Your work is magnificant. Thank You Cynthia Kelley cindykelley@yahoo.com

fredalex		13-Feb-2009 14:18
Dear Mike! I find your photos lovely, absolutely! Believe me! Best to you Farzad Eskandarpour Iran, Shiraz

Sarah Christian		23-Dec-2008 01:42
Hi Mike Moats, Your book is now in my home, and it is ENCOURAGING and MOTIVATING! Somehow in the last year with various online photography classes a passion for the Macro side of life has been ignited in my heart and soul. At 65 I am not going to start a business probably, but the insight into the mysteries of life things and the details therein are absolutely filling me with "a new look at life". It is an indescribable happening! We are told to" stop and smell the roses". I feel like the Lord said, "Come closer." And I did. I will. I am. Thanks for you. I am going to study your book.I grew up in Green Bay Wis, and some of your images reminded me of things seen as I spent alot of time in Door County Wis. I just had to write to you and bless you! Most Sincerely, Sarah Christian, Tulsa Ok.

Sharna		12-Jun-2008 04:35
Wow! You only started photography 7 years ago and you're already in magazines and books? You inspire me Mike. I just recently began my photography journey 1 year ago & I have learned a whole lot from people at a forum that I frequent. Thank you for your inspiration. Sharna

Sergey		22-May-2008 08:24
Hi Mike, I realy like your arts and I decide to introduse your works to the Russian photographers at www.fujiclub.ru - it will be just a link to your homepage. Hope that other will like that they see. Best regards Sergey

David McCreadie		16-Jan-2008 18:46
Mike, I was present at your talk at the Northville Camera Club last week. I have a great appreciation for your work and will try to mimic some of the techniques that you described. Thanks so much for coming to our club. The main reason that I am writing this note is to inform you a relatively new piece of software that I have. I think you would love to try it. I think it would lend itself to your work in a very good way. Maybe you have already herd of it. The name of the software is ADOBE Lightroom. It can be used in conjunction with Photoshop, or photoshop elements. It has many great features that are easier to use than in Photoshop. Anyway, thanks again for the presentation of your photos and technical tips. Many thanks, David McCreadie

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