I am coming to Vancouver!

[SimonSawSunlight]

...in late summer / early autumn this year, september 13 - 28 that is.
I'm very keen on exploring the city and surroundings, I will be shooting a LOT, but I also want to meet as many interesting people as possible, so if you're in the area and wouldn't mind having a beer /coffee with me or showing me around...!
only the flights are booked, as far as accomodation is concerned I still depend on your hints and offers (I might have a place to stay for a couple of nights, but definitely not for all of the two weeks). maybe someone would even welcome me at their home for a night or two, I can pay them in prints and good karma!

any other hints, tipps, do's and don't's?

 

[Leica All Day]

I'd be more excited if it said "Bangkok"........

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

I'd be more excited if it said "Bangkok"........

I will add it to the list.

 

[Leica All Day]

thanks Simon, Bangkok is really something else.....I always enjoy it when fellow RFF members pass through here....good times, good times.......

cheers, michael

 

[back alley]

there are quite a few rff'ers in vancouver.
if you hit edmonton, about 1000 miles east of van, i have a spare bedroom.

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

there are quite a few rff'ers in vancouver.
if you hit edmonton, about 1000 miles east of van, i have a spare bedroom.

thanks for your offer, joe!
too bad I'm not THAT fit afoot any more

 

[healyzh]

Vancouver, Washington or Vancouver BC? They're basically separated by the state of Washington (a drive of 6-8 hours IIRC). Sorry, couldn't resist, but living where I do, it's a legitimate question.

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

Vancouver, Washington or Vancouver BC? They're basically separated by the state of Washington (a drive of 6-8 hours IIRC). Sorry, couldn't resist, but living where I do, it's a legitimate question.

the one where they don't ask for my fingerprints

 

[healyzh]

Great answer! I don't blame you in the least. Ever since 9/11 I've done my best to avoid US Airports, and I live here! I'm starting to become less successful, as I've started needing to fly for work on rare occasions. Somehow I don't think they'll let me take the train... Though now that I think about it, I might have to ask...

 

[flyingpalm]

I'm in Vancouver BC and welcome.
Sorry I don't have a spare room but if you need some advices please ask.

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

I'm in Vancouver BC and welcome.
Sorry I don't have a spare room but if you need some advices please ask.

everything helps, thanks!

...how cheap can I get a roll of tri-x for in Vancouver? I'm not sure I want to carry a 2 weeks supply of film in my hand luggage :angel:

 

[Eric L]

Not that cheap unfortunately. I order all of mine through B&H or Freestyle and pick it up at the border.

Locally, Beau Photo has Tri-X 135-36 listed at $6.79 CDN before the 12% HST tax. I know... it's pricey. =P

 

[GSNfan]

Are you going there for a workshop?

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

thanks for the info, Eric.

Are you going there for a workshop?

no. I don't really like workshops.
I'm going there to meet Tom and Tuulikki again, for photography and out of curiosity.

 

[GSNfan]

In case Tom is the member who ordered 500 rolls of Arista Premium (tri-x) i'm sure he could lend/sell you 50 rolls or more.

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

In case Tom is the member who ordered 500 rolls of Arista Premium (tri-x) i'm sure he could lend/sell you 50 rolls or more.

if there's anything left by september!

 

[GSNfan]

That is a long way in the future, but I'm sure you can manage. Good luck.

 

[SimonSawSunlight]

That is a long way in the future, but I'm sure you can manage. Good luck.

yes I'll figure something out, thank you

 

[Andy Kibber]

You might want to check out Vancouver Island. It's very nice.

Not sure what to recommend in the city aside from eating sushi.

 

[flyingpalm]

I just bought one roll of 100' Tri-X for $35...........