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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Yeah, sorry about that. I tried to include it but it just doesn't resize properly.

Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

I feel conflicted. I miss it, but it had started to deteriorate. That version of Twitter is long gone. I feel like there are pieces of it that migrated elsewhere. Some here, some on Threads, and some to more obscure platforms.

If this interests you, I’d love for you to join the beta. testflight.apple.com/join/cMNzAXBn

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Join the Metered beta

Available on iOS

Perhaps most of all, I really want Intuitive controls, so I don’t have to relearn the interface, or fumble around every time I go to use it. I’ve created a couple different user interface ideas- barrel-style rollers, and knobs that look and feel like something you’d find on your favorite camera.

You can pick your film and camera and it automatically adjusts settings to match, and gives you the right aspect ratio. And of course you can add your own or customize if you use something unique.

I wanted to capture an image of the scene that shows me the meter readings, and important information about the film and camera I’m using - almost like a film photo journal- but I want to capture this stuff automatically so I don't have to type a bunch of things in every time I use it.

I love shooting film, primarily on older manual cameras that don’t have built-in meters, but I never liked carrying a dedicated light meter. That’s why having one on your phone comes in really handy. I’ve used other apps for years, but never liked the user interface, or the workflow.

Well, here's what I've been up to- I've been running a small private Beta on a new Light meter app for iOS and would love to get more feedback. It's called Metered. I should start with the reasons I created it and show you some screenshots. beta link is at the end of the thread.

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Makes sense. I'll have to try a little harder. 😜

I’ve spent more time on threads than any other platform, but not finding the community there.

Funny- I just signed up for an account on Mastodon today.

Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

Haven't been here in awhile. How's everyone doing? I honestly don't feel like I've found a community like the old days of Twitter.

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This photowalk was part of the Wild Coast Film Festival was co-sponsored by @prophotosupply.bsky.social and Sony and was amazing. Seeing something like this was a good reminder that nature finds a way. Even perched on a man-made tower on the dock in Astoria. #naturephotography

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

I think this fits into the Nature is Metal Category. On our Urban Wildlife walk on Friday we saw this Bald Eagle with its latest meal, a Gull. @morganheim.bsky.social the leader of our event spotted this right as we were wrapping up the walk - she's amazing btw, and you should go see her work.

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Some noise reduction and some zooming, but that's how I use something like this in the wild. _______________________________ #birdphotography #Birdsinflight #sonyalpha #sony400800 #wildlifephotography

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

I've been putting the new Sony 400-800mm G lens through its paces over the past week and it's so good! The primary people asking about it are bird photographers, so I thought I'd post a bunch of what I've been testing it out on! Most of these were taken on the A1II. #wildlifephotography

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

I’m always happy when I make it to Saturday. Even though my job sometimes means I’m working, it still feels somehow special. Today is a non-working one though.

Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

I spent a very cold night out on the Oregon Desert last month, and just couldn't go to sleep before making a few images of one of my favorite places with the Milkyway reflecting off ice. #desert #oregon #oregondesert #milkyway #sonyalpha #sonyA1II #20mm18G

Stars reflecting off ice in remote Southeastern Oregon

Stars reflecting off ice in remote Southeastern Oregon with the Steens Mts in the distance

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Count Cyaneyed Pigeon Pope 🪿 @cyaneyed.lol · 23/02/2025

You rock. This is directed at you specifically. You're awesome & don't you dare think otherwise

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Still haven't made it out there in snow. Need to change that.

My answer is sometimes. It just really depends on conditions. I use it a lot for wildlife, or for long exposures, but I'm finding that I shoot a lot more handheld than I used to. I'm not sure it's because of the higher ISO and IBIS though. Just because I'm ok with faster shutter speeds.

Love this Anne! I vote for something obscure.

Anne McKinnell 🇨🇦 @annemckinnell.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

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Good morning nature fans! This is the final week of heron gm's before I move on to another animal for March. What will it be? Eagles? Bears? Dolphins? Whales? Songbirds? Maybe african animals?🪶📷 #photography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #birds #heron

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A cold January morning in Zion National Park. Minhaz and I ventured up the trail that leads to the narrows with all the crazies in waders in low 20°ish temperatures this morning and the light was so direct and beautiful. It doesn’t look that cold, but it was on another level. #landscapephotography

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The whole "Taxation without representation" thing is bound to come up. In this case, it won't be because we don't have representatives , but because the representative arm is powerless.

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It's unfortunate because some of the places that benefit most from federal money depend on it largely because of a lack of local revenue. With the cuts at the federal level and even specifically the IRS, I wonder how long it will take before federal taxes become a fighting issue.

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Yup. I've got a film image of this one I haven't scanned yet, but soon.

Seeing the latest Trump antic- trying to shut down the Downtown NYC tolls -supports what I've been predicting since the election. States will ignore Trump and Musk's nonsense and take over all social services to take care of citizens. Many states are in a better position to do it than others.

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This is special. I spent some time in some canyons like this a few weeks ago, but I didn't see anything quite like this. Wow!

Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Wow Andrew. Seriously beautiful light!

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Dear National and State Parks: To all that you represent. Your history, your gifts to humanity and to your future. To all those that protect you and nurture you. I am here for you and I stand with you… - borrowed from @fromanalucia.bsky.social #NationalParks #StateParks #photography #protection

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Heidi Schuster @heidischuster.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

I think this is right. I’ve settled on “I’m sorry you were lied to.” Believe me I understand the impulse to tell these people that they’re getting what they voted for, I just don’t think it’s constructive. There are some in my family that I’m a little more stern with though. 😏

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Peter Gleick @petergleick.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Want to go visit the national parks this year? Sorry. The reservation system is shut down, EMT personnel are gone, so don't get hurt or lost. No one can clean the bathrooms or cabins, so they'll be closed. Rangers are fired. www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...

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Yosemite halts camping reservations, with no timetable for their return

Yosemite halts camping reservations, with no timetable for their return at a time when federal employees are being laid off

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Mind if I use your caption for my own post?

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Hi friends! Been gone for a week or so as I had a bunch of work travel, and a client job that kept my brain occupied for days. I've found I'm like that with social media. I only really show up here as a brief escape during normal days, but I don't make time for it when I'm busy. What about you?

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Mark Graf @grafphoto.com · 12/02/2025

So, Apple Maps … cowards. #GulfofMexico - they are not letting you send the name is wrong, but you can submit Something Else.

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Dan Hawk @danhawk.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

Thanks Jabi, you know what I like!