Category Archives: advice requested

Two is one, one is none. Photo retouching help needed.

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I work with two retouchers. Just so happens that both are on vacation at the same time, and I could use the help. If you are interested in working with me, please let me know.

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Calling all readers in Chicago

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Oleg Volk

A good friend needs a small service done in Flossmore neighborhood in Chicago. Would anybody near there be willing to do me a favor by helping him?

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Please recommend a computer repairman in Nashville, TN

Posted on June 9, 2013 by Oleg Volk

One of my main computers (PC) just stopped working. I left them room briefly, and it was off upon return. Won’t respond to the power button in any way. I’d like to have it fixed ASAP. Since it is a … Continue reading →

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Studio space needed near Hermitage (East of Nashville)

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Oleg Volk

(Reposting: had no replies at all when I inquired in April) My home studio works great for product photography and portraits, but it’s too small for groups of people. The dome ceiling limits where I can place lights, and the … Continue reading →

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How to make news?

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Oleg Volk

How do people channel their front-page tips to the journalists working for reputable news outlets (such as Wall Street Journal)? As we know, Harry Markopolos could not convince Wall Street Journal to work on exposing Mr. Madoff. Let’s say, there … Continue reading →

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Where to find a good forest trail in Minnesota?

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone know about any predominantly coniferous forests or parks, with trails suitable for  hiking, within 100 miles from Twin Cities, Minnesota? There should be either public access or a possibility to negotiate access with the owner.

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Looking for a Panasonic G2 body (updated 4/22)

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Oleg Volk

If you know of one for sale for under $300 in good shape, please let me know. (UPDATE: Found one, thanks for the lead!) Further update: The body I got had a broken sensor for switching between viewfinder and the … Continue reading →

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Firefox freeze-ups (Windows 7)

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Oleg Volk

For several days now, I am having Firefox freeze up for 20-30 seconds at a time every several minutes. Can’t figure out what’s causing it. Other programs appear unaffected during that time. Does anyone know if it’s caused by something … Continue reading →

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Looking for connections in Switzerland

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Please email me if you live in Switzerland of have good friends there. I may be traveling in that direction later this year and would like to meet the locals. My interest is mostly in the culture and the people.

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Fox as a pet

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone have experience with either domesticated foxes or those raised from young kits?

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How to *remove* a copyright notice from Facebook posts?

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Recently, I added “Copyright:Oleg Volk (For use permission ask photo@olegvolk.net)” into EXIF generated by my camera. Today, I notice that photos posted on Facebook directly pop that up in the captions, which I do not want. Any ideas how I … Continue reading →

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Updating a Garmin GPS?

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I have a unit that’s about five years old. The maps in it are quite outdated. What’s the best option for getting them updated? I don’t think I can find the instruction manual or the cables for it anymore.

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Place to stay in Houston

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I am seeking suggestions on where to stay in Houston during the NRA convention (May 3-5). I am not familiar with the city, so specific suggestions are welcome. (Update: local hospitality extended and accepted.)

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Windows updated breaks screen smoothing of text and graphics.

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I found plenty of notes on the problem but not a clear solution. Any suggestions how to deal with the fuzzy text and non-antialiased graphics that just cropped up this morning? Is there a simple way to roll back Windows … Continue reading →

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Batch-editing EXIF data

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Any suggestions on how I can edit EXIF on multiple JPG files at once? Need to change Author field.

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Location advice needed for Nashville area

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I need access to either a rock formation, or something mountainous (similar to Middle East or Afghanistan) or some urban ruin — but the catch is that I would bring rifles with me. Certain obvious locations in town are off … Continue reading →

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Photos of Tavor in Israeli use

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I am looking for documentary photos showing Tavor rifles in actual use. These have to be publishable as elements of an illustration — either in the public domain or with known, reachable authors. High resolution — 2000px and up highly … Continue reading →

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Where to Find the Movie “Oba the Last Samurai”?

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I’d like to watch it but I do not see a streaming version available for purchase on-line. Any idea where I could find it? Buying a DVD and waiting for it to be shipped feels like too much trouble.

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Where to Go for Good Pastries in Nashville?

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Since the demise of Alpha Bakery, the only passable source of baked good seems to be the French Bakery (Provance?) on 21st Ave. Are there any other good options, especially closer to Hermitage?

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Contact Info Needed

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Could somebody help me find email of Hector Pesquera, Puerto Rico Superintendent of Police. I was not able to find it on the official web site.

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