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A photo request

Hi David, I have been an admirer of your architectural photography (ie. [1] and your portraiture, journalistic work etc. are superb- probably more important for Wikipedia) since I first saw your uploads. I was wondering if you take photo requests in Manhattan. I am looking for pictures to illustrate the Ely Jacques Kahn article and was wondering if you have or can take any photos of his work or work in the firms Buchman & Kahn, or Kahn & Jacobs. Some buildings mentioned in the article are the Squibb building, Universal Pictures Building, Film Center Building, but there are many more including the Bricken-Casino Building, 1400 Broadway, the Continental Building, and others.[2] Let me know what you think.

Regards, dvdrw 22:40, 31 July 2008 (UTC)

• Hi dvdrw. I take requests - I'll try and cook you up some good photos. --David Shankbone 22:41, 31 July 2008 (UTC)

Thank you so much, I'm happy that you've kept my request pending. I used to have some photos on my mobile phone of some of his designs though they weren't many mega pixels and I don't know where I have them anymore. I'm not sure that I wrote the best article, as I'm not the greatest writer, while I think this architect was one of the greatest architects. That's why I think your photography would vastly improve the article. Maybe with your photos added to the article I may be able to write more sooner. I look forward to seeing them, maybe all three pictures should go in a gallery in the article. Again, many thanks! DVD 21:04, 25 November 2008 (UTC)

Seasons greetings. Again thanks for keeping this request pending. Take your time, though I look forward to seeing the ones you already photographed if you get around to uploading them :) sounded like you got some of his earlier and middle works which are most needed since I've recently found pictures of some of his later works and someone else uploaded one which is excellent. I just found this [3] which I'll add to the article when I expand on Kahn & Jacobs (soon I hope) along with some others that I found on Wikipedia. That photo is perfect and its been here all this time! Regards, DVD 02:55, 28 December 2008 (UTC)

DVD, your patience and temperance are worthy of emulation. Here's what happened: I have three different computers, each of which has some application or use for my photography that makes uploading, photoshopping, saving and transferring a far greater ordeal than is practical, making even the simplest photo a minor ordeal. The photos of the Ely Kahn building were on my Compact Flash disc, but I did not save them to Computer #3 (an eight year old Sony Vaio desktop that I love for its heartiness) as I should have. I uploaded several photos, notably ones for Bergdorf Goodman and Louis Vuitton, but I couldn't find the proper names/addresses of the Kahn buildings when I did The Bergdorf/Vuitton shots. They remained on the CF disc, and I unwittingly erased them. I felt terrible, since the request is so long-standing, that I hoped to re-shoot before you noticed the time lag. Alas, you beat me. Although we are all volunteers, I still apologize that I haven't fulfilled your simple request to shoot a few buildings in my city. I don't know if you know how we NYC transplants operate, but I don't think I'm atypical when I say it is hard to pry me from my neighborhood during my civilian hours. Anyway, all of this is to meant to pay the courtesy of a woefully inadequate explanation. I pride myself on taking requests from fellow editors and I enjoy the challenge to fulfill them. Now you know why your original request remains here. I enjoy requests, and I will fulfill yours and offer a volunteer-level apology that I haven't done so yet. All that said, Kahn's buildings are hard to photograph, and the ones I took and unwittingly erased weren't shots I was enthused about. Take a look at this shot of the Louis Vuitton store. The building not directly to its left, but the next one over with the circle and flags, is one of the Kahn buildings I shot. As you can imagine, there is no ability to shoot it that makes it stand out. Same for the Film Center building, but for another reason: it is expansive and there without access to roofs (I often sneak into hotels or construction sites) of the residential apartment buildings that dominate its surroundings, I'm afraid I won't do Kahn justice. That's regardless - I don't have a problem uploading sub-par photos of things previously without photographic illustration. But...all this is to say that I wasn't ecstatic about the photos, but the real reason I failed is that my complicated hard drive/three computer system created a situation that caused me to delete your photos. I promise I will collaborate to help you; and although I know we all do what we can, I still feel I owe you, and you will be paid. Thanks for being sanguine about your initial request, and know that as long as it remains on my talk page I am committed to fulfilling it out of a sense of duty to our attempt to build this damn gigantic ball of knowledge and free culture. --David Shankbone 10:12, 28 December 2008 (UTC)

Image:Jeff in thailand.jpg

Hi David. Please take a look at Image:Jeff in thailand.jpg as things seem to have gotten stale there. Thanks. -- Suntag ☼ 21:25, 12 December 2008 (UTC)

I think the last one looks good. Doesn't seem like there is much more to do? David Shankbone 04:29, 16 December 2008 (UTC)

File:800px-Jeff in thailand4.jpg seems the best. -- Suntag ☼ 19:00, 20 December 2008 (UTC)

I think this is pretty good for the article. I also like the running through scattering gulls at the top, since exercise is often overlooked as integral to happiness. What do you think? --David Shankbone 22:52, 21 December 2008 (UTC)

A question

Hi, David, hope your holiday season is faring well. I wondered, then saw above, that you take requests, and we are need of a having a request granted. We've had some difficulty over an image someone donated of a person visiting the crypt of Mae West. It really focuses on the person in the photo and not the crypt. We've tried cropping it, but finally, we decided what we need is a new photo of the crypt itself (and not some fan leaving yellow roses at what might be her crypt). She is entombed at the Cypress Hills Cemetery at 833 Jamaica Avenue in Brooklyn, in Cypress Hills Abbey. We're in no great hurry and truly would appreciate it if it is at all possible. Thanks! Wildhartlivie (talk) 08:08, 18 December 2008 (UTC)

It will be my pleasure. No promises as to when, and if you come across another CC photo or person willing to take one before I get you mine, no worries at all. Likely, I will schedule a tour of the cemetery to get as many headstones as possible. My only attempt before was on my own at Green-Wood Cemetary, and I wasted a huge amount of time wandering around as if I'd find by luck the tombstones I was looking for. Plus, it was before my DSLR and the photos I actually *did* take are beyond crap (like Henry Ward Beecher, which is fine but unremarkable). I'll post the new shots on the Mae West talk page and let you all place it - in the interim, I suggest you allow any old crap shot to go up and not argue since a new shot is on its way. I'll plan on January, but no promises, and I'll still upload one even if another pops up. Choice is better - and I actually have really wanted to do a "headstone project" properly sine my failed Green-Wood sojourn. David Shankbone 08:25, 18 December 2008 (UTC)

Thanks so much. We are trying to forge on and trying not to argue. It's a long story that really isn't worth repeating. I had a bit of a cemetery project on a Los Angeles trip once, and I've uploaded most of the good ones over at the Commons. Eventually, I'll even get them placed into articles. We're in no great hurry and really appreciate the effort whenever you can manage. Again, happy holidays, whatever yours are. :) Wildhartlivie (talk) 01:57, 19 December 2008 (UTC)

Happy Holidays

Wishing you the very best for the season. Guettarda (talk) 02:06, 25 December 2008 (UTC)

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Ferocity

Thanks. Good to see you around and editing, also. --KP Botany (talk) 20:55, 27 December 2008 (UTC)

Ah, KP, not nearly as good as to see you editing under your usual handle. I know you've been around, but it's always good to see that whatever caused a person to go "underground" subsided enough to allow you the comfort to reappear as I know you. And although I know what an asset you are to our image issues, you are very prized for your assistance on our botany articles. In other words, glad you are here as KP Botany again - it hurts us when you aren't here, and it's encouraging to see you back. Knock on my e-mail if you need to do so. --David Shankbone 10:16, 28 December 2008 (UTC)

Will do. --KP Botany (talk) 04:47, 29 December 2008 (UTC)

Thanks!

Many thanks, David, for contributing several articles relating to Solar power in Israel. I hope that you may be able to write more about renewable energy in the future. Johnfos (talk) 09:20, 28 December 2008 (UTC)

Thanks John! You know, I don't nearly thank people enough for their help, contributions, research and article writing. I appreciate that you took the time to express your appreciation, but you reminded me how much I short notes to content-oriented people ([am clearly one if you look at the abundant green on the pie chart of my contributions) makes such a positive difference to the Wiki experience. I've known that for awhile, but you reminded me I should spread the gratitude and appreciation. So...thank YOU for your hard work and volunteerism in the name of knowledge absent profit. And you will definitely see more Clean technology articles from me. I wish I knew more about energy to write them from a knowledgeable insider perspective, but it helps WP:NPOV that I don't. Feel free to e-mail me privately with any suggestions or guidance. That said, I am very proud of Solar power in Israel, even though it is very incomplete. --David Shankbone 10:22, 28 December 2008 (UTC)

Photo needed

We have an article on Mary Janes that does not have a single picture of the black patent leather children's Mary Janes. Please snap a picture next time you're around a shoe store, or get one of your friends to have their four-year-old daughter pose a foot for you. White socks or tights. --KP Botany (talk) 09:41, 29 December 2008 (UTC)

Hey KP - I must have missed this. Definitely! I'll keep an eye out. I've been wanting to do a series of retail shots of stores and "Items to be sold" - I started with the Louis Vuitton and Bergdorf Goodman articles - did you see the bird lady on there that I shot? Sexy and creepy. --David Shankbone 18:35, 30 December 2008 (UTC)

Humans made into birds are generally creepy. I make wings for costumes sometimes and they always turn out rather creepy. People sometimes think I can make light and cheery bird costumes. Nope, darkness reigns. I look forward to a proper pair of black patent leather Mary Janes. --KP Botany (talk) 05:09, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

Yes! That's is it, KP - Humans to birds are cool and creepy like David Bowie in Labyrinth cool and creepy. But you left out what makes this more than generally creepy is that she is wearing a fur coat...by Badgley Mischka, of all the things this bird woman could wear. --David Shankbone 05:13, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

Oh, the whole thing was just wrong, David. Like tigers. Just wrong. Another picture, please, if you get a chance, for the Princess seams article. Here's a google image link showing what they look like, the emphasis is on the curve over from the outer part of the dress or from the shoulder and then curving over the bustline.[4] They often go all the way down. The important use is on dresses, and in the front, although they're also used for the back seams and on blouses and some types of shirts. I'm going to look over your other people pictures to see if you have one already, but they're somewhat old-fashioned and used most often in children's clothes. --KP Botany (talk) 02:03, 2 January 2009 (UTC)

Muntadhar al-Zaidi

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Thanks - David. I AM a newbie and to procve it how do I spruce up my user opage so my name is no monicker is no longer in red?Coastda (talk) 16:37, 29 December 2008 (UTC)

Alice Sebold pic

Thanks, Dave. I'm honestly very touched by that. Somehow it means even more than a barnstar would. Daniel Case (talk) 18:32, 29 December 2008 (UTC)

DYK nomination

Hi. I've nominated Solar power in Israel, an article you worked on, for consideration to appear on the Main Page as part of Wikipedia:Did you know. You can see the hook for the article here, where you can improve it if you see fit. Thanks --Bruce1ee^talk 10:56, 30 December 2008 (UTC)

I just verified this for DYK. Actually, a friend pointed out the article to me earlier in the day -- it is a wonderful contribution to the project. Thank you, David! Ecoleetage (talk) 04:50, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

Ecoleetage (talk) has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend, Go on smile! Cheers, and Happy editing!=)
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That's very flattering; thank you much. --David Shankbone 05:14, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

My pleasure. Happy 2009! Ecoleetage (talk) 13:51, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

Happy New Year! --David Shankbone 15:15, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

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thanks

As I had never heard of the person, it took me a while to perceive the significance. The look on his face did give me a hint, though. I am getting so discouraged by the continuing ttn nonsense that the encouragement was very timely. DGG (talk) 20:15, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

Greats

Thanks for the Hall of Greats. I'm humbled. — Rlevse • Talk • 23:08, 31 December 2008 (UTC)

Hall of Greats

David, thank you so much, I don't know what to say except that it helped bring up my spirits. I spent Christmas and will be spending this New Years Day in the hospital with my wife who is sick. Thank you once more and I wish you the best and the happiest New Year. Tony the Marine (talk) 01:35, 1 January 2009 (UTC)

Happy New Year

Hope 2009 is a great year for you!--MONGO 15:34, 1 January 2009 (UTC)

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Very nice! Congrats! Ecoleetage (talk) 22:13, 1 January 2009 (UTC)

Thank you!

You totally made my day! Kramer is a spitfire and I feel honored to be associated with his balls-to-the-wall approach of challenging the norms that don't seem to work. I find images a particularly vexing area on wikipedia and your patience and diligence in improving the project are a tribute to value-added editing. Also I want to recognize your efforts with Jeffpw's photo. I think its use here is particularly lovely. -- Banjeboi 00:53, 2 January 2009 (UTC)

Request

David, someone has come to my talk page claiming that I do not hold the "copyright" nor "authority" to upload my personal photos. Can you believe that? I mean he claims that if my son takes a picture for me with me and someone else, that he is the owner and not I. What the heck is he talking about. I'm asking you as an experienced photographer and donator of images to check this out. Tony the Marine (talk) 02:41, 2 January 2009 (UTC)

Thanks!

I am truly hizzonered. I saw Bloomberg speaking at a public event last week, and I thought to myself: Nah, he already has a good picture on Wikipedia. An excellent year to you, friend!--Pharos (talk) 00:47, 3 January 2009 (UTC)

The Hall of The Greats

Thank you for the honor, but what did I do to deserve it? — [[::User:Malik Shabazz|Malik Shabazz]] ([[::User talk:Malik Shabazz|talk]] · [[::Special:Contributions/Malik Shabazz|contribs]]) 21:01, 4 January 2009 (UTC)

The inscription is in the description, but for a broad range of excellent contributions related to African-American and Judaism articles. It's not for any one act or moment, but for the totality of your contributions. --David Shankbone 21:04, 4 January 2009 (UTC)

Thanks again. I'm truly honored. — [[::User:Malik Shabazz|Malik Shabazz]] ([[::User talk:Malik Shabazz|talk]] · [[::Special:Contributions/Malik Shabazz|contribs]]) 21:11, 4 January 2009 (UTC)

Thanks!

Thanks for putting me in your Hall of Greats... I don't edit much anymore but I appreciate the recognition. Cheers! PageantUpdater talk • contribs 22:47, 5 January 2009 (UTC)

Still deserved, for the totality of your edits, and as a good example of taking an interest and running with it on Wikipedia. --David Shankbone 23:48, 5 January 2009 (UTC)

Ditto, hahaha. I love 30 Rock so it was a funny comparison to make. Hopefully I will get to an NYC meetup one day (I have family in NYC but haven't visited for a looongg time) :) Cheers, Casliber (talk · contribs) 02:07, 6 January 2009 (UTC)

Update for Israeli solar industry article

Hey there, I don't know if you caught this Jerusalem Post article: [5]. I thought you might want to incorporate that into your DYK-honoured article on Israel's solar industry. Cheers! Ecoleetage (talk) 14:09, 8 January 2009 (UTC)

Thanks Ecoleetage - that's a real help! I appreciate the courtesy! --David Shankbone 05:04, 9 January 2009 (UTC)

Columbia Journalism Review

I read the article about you in this publication last night. I think you are now officially notable. Congrats! By the way, are you still a paralegal? Bearian (talk) 17:25, 8 January 2009 (UTC)

Hi Bearian - no, I'm not still a paralegal - hehe. I haven't seen it yet - is it good (they still haven't updated the website) --David Shankbone 05:06, 9 January 2009 (UTC)

I mentioned your name

I'm not trying to quarrel with you personally; you just happened to be the most recent person to do what I am discussing. See this. Ling.Nut ^{(talk—WP:3IAR)} 08:40, 10 January 2009 (UTC)

Re: RfA Comment

Too God damn true! Scarian^{Call me Pat!} 15:04, 10 January 2009 (UTC)

hmmm

I recently checked my old yahoo mail account. Please e-mail me when you get a chance. Gracias. APK lives in Dupont and Gomorrah 16:10, 11 January 2009 (UTC)

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Jonah Falcon

Hi David. Per a message at BLPN, User:JAF1970 has been holding himself out to be Jonah Falcon. Also, the image used in the article File:JonahAug2007 4.jpg has improper licensing and probably will get deleted. Jonah Falcon is based in New York. If you have some time, perhaps you can get a few photos for the article and confirm with Jonah Falcon in person that JAF1970 and Jonah Falcon are one and the same. A myspace page is here. If you take some free photos for the article, please let me know and I will expand on the written portion. Thanks. -- Suntag ☼ 19:51, 12 January 2009 (UTC)