crystal balls

[Kylie Martin]

hi
i'm seeing shots using crystal balls and i'd been wanting one as an ornament anyway so this could be a bonus, but is there a difference between one for photos and ornaments, is there anywhere particular to get one, are there grades of clarity

hope you can give me some advice as it could be a fab birthday present for me

[Aaron]

@kmrtn6 Check here for some ideas:
http://365project.org/discuss/themes-competitions/11340/crystal-ball-challenge

[Autumn Eden]

I got mine at a little shop in downtown Sacramento for $10 for an 80mm size. I am not sure about different grades but I will say to use caution when there is direct sun since it is possible to burn yourself with one. Not that I have done that. (Or would admit having done anyway - wouldn't want to seem dumb in a public forum!) ;)

[Charli]

Hi Kylie,

You're in the uk arent you? I've just bought this
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=270913296917

I'll let u know how I get on and whether it's good for photography. I hope the link works I'm on my phone ATM.

[Kylie Martin]

@charli321 - lol, thats exactly the same one i was looking at last night lol

[Kylie Martin]

@charli321 how are you getting on with it?

[Charli]

LOL I've only used it once! It is great though, very clear and a good size! I'll make a pact with myself to use it more this week!

[Kylie Martin]

@charli321 thanks hun, will invest in the same one x

[Karlin]

@autumnseden Which shop? I live in the Sacto area too.

[Autumn Eden]

@karlin I got mine at Evangeline's in Old Sac. They had them on display on the costume side of the store but I could not find them when I was there before so I just asked. They had to get one for me from upstairs. They offer several sizes so I asked for the 80mm.