Planning a Europe Trip Focused on Agriculture – Looking for Advice! Hi everyone, I’m in the early stages of planning a trip to Europe in April 2025 and could use some advice! I’m heading to Munich, Germany for a heavy equipment expo and will have a week or two afterwards to explore. I’m from the Midwest United States and have a huge passion for agriculture, working on a farm here in America. While in Europe, I w…

Advice requested! Hello! Going for an everyday / chill at home / fight gender dysphoria look (MtF trans person pre HRT)* Intentionally left out the base to reduce session time, open to recommendations for tinted moisturisers in lieu of base Intentionally left out any beard colour correction, sorry for ick. Do I need to reintroduce brow pencil? Make up list: …

Advice for skincare routine for 41/F who has no idea what to do 1st pic is the most recent picture with no filter/no makeup that I have. 2nd picture is what little makeup I do wear without filter. I should add that I am a bit more flushed bc I’m on a plane and very warm. But I do have a lot of redness. Anyway, I’m 41 and I was never taught a skincare routine. I have dry skin, I don’t have acne, I’m super su…

Can someone please give me advice on how to remove the shadow from this photo? I’m still a beginner but I’m slowly trying to get better at my photo editing. This is a common problem for me. I’ve tried spot/object removers but it always makes that area blurry. Any tips? submitted by /u/realglitershit

Seeking retirement advice I (33M) make about $74k per year and spouse (28F) makes $112k. I currently make an additional $30k per year through a university stipend, but this will end after one more year. So, we will gross around $216k this year. We currently have $62k in HYSAs and $55k in stock ETFs in a taxable brokerage account. For retirement, we have $64k in Roth IRAs…

Macro lens advice for semi-newbie? I’m a scientist and love capturing the insects and fungi I find while adventuring. For the most part, I’ve used my phone for photos but I do have a mirrorless cannon M50. I took a photography class this year and am sometimes shooting on manual now but often switch back to automatic. Every time I try to explore lens options I get overwhelmed beca…

Looking for critique and advice? Would love advice on how to improve, specifically is the content interesting. Anything in particular I need to think about with framing, colour, light etc.? I’m using iPhones. Would stepping up to a camera be transformational or a waste of time for me? Any major editing issues? I’ve just edited on iPhone Any overall thoughts? submitted b…

Vietnam homestay advice for introverted partner Looking for a little advice from folks on this topic that I searched around for but didn’t see covered (sorry if I missed it somewhere). My partner and I are heading to Vietnam in November and plan to be out in the general area of Ba Be Nat Park (though not set on that yet) and have been looking around at accommodation. My partner is quite intro…

Investing: 529 plan advice Soon to be first time parent. Any suggestions or directions on a 529 plan? Having my first child in 1.5 months and want to open a plan. What type of investments should be made, ETF’s and similar funds? Is fidelity good for 529 or should I do vanguard? Is there a good starting amount to contribute each month (i.e., $100 per month)? Appreciate any…

Medical bills (USA) after bankruptcy need advice So last year I ended up filing bankruptcy because I needed surgery while in between jobs and wound up in massive debt. Bankruptcy cleared earlier this year and my credit is already messed up. I had to get some dental work done and my varicose veins fixed and now the total cost is going to end up being close to $1500. If my credits already screwe…

I’m 20 years old and I need advice on how to handle my financial dillemma My first and only credit card (CIBC) was sent to a collection agency a month ago. I initially owed $2230 but managed to reduce the debt to $1250. My credit score is currently 614 (TransUnion). I recognize that I was irresponsible with my finances and regret the decisions that have led to this situation, which could jeopardize my future. I have l…

Advice on buying a car from a dealership Hello! How do I do this? What do I need to know? I come from a financially challenged family growing up so I’m trying to do everything right! I am trying to do this as frugally and quickly as possible. I am hoping to get an SUV for around (/hopefully under) 10K Down payments – about how much do I want? Can I put this on a credit card? I honestly…

First gen retirement advice Hi everyone, I’m 25 and just got a government job in Washington state. Context: I’m planning to coast in this role or company until I retire, maybe work my way up a bit. But they provide a pension plan so I want to stay here. I’m in a union with annual raises and step increases, making $57,264/year right now. Please help me figure out my retirem…

Advice on improving my make up! Hello! I am looking to improve my make up. I’m 31 and have started to feel like my techniques are a bit outdated. I also feel my skin is changing from age and I cannot do my make up the same anymore (any heavier make up ages me). My skin type is dry and I have cool under tones with a fair to light complexion. I will usually prep my skin with Ce…

Concept idea, looking for advice Hello all, I’m hoping some of you may be able to guide me on a path of success a little bit. I’ll give you the rundown, then I’m hoping you might be able to tell me if I’m flogging a dead horse, or on to something with potential…. I am in the UK, Norfolk to be more specific, and I have been pretty artistic all my life (yes, artistic, not auti…

Inherited my parents house, we are selling, need advice please I’m new to posting so please let me know if I do something wrong. Also, sorry if this is all over the place. I am lost, overwhelmed, and have no one to talk to for advice. I am a complete novice when it comes to investing. My (36f) parents passed away and my sister and I inherited their home. We are currently selling it (I didn’t want to, it’s …

Looking for advice on a carry on backpack that fits under the seat With a lot of airlines changing their carry on policy and only allowing personal items, I am looking for a smaller backpack that’s good for 3-5 day trips, that can be stowed under the seat as a personal item. There are a lot of Teemu products available but I don’t trust them for quality. Any recommendations on a smaller, good quality t travel p…

Advice on nursery color? Small space submitted by /u/IcedTatas

I don’t know much about composition etc?, any advice and critique is appreciated! I started with analog photography this winter and I have started to explore different things to photograph but I don’t have any theoretical knowledge of composition etc. any advice for me to improve etc would be greatly appreciated submitted by /u/12kgLasagne

Advice for fixing autofocus issue on Canon EF 100mm Macro USM? I have a 100mm macro lens (Non IS / L version) that has almost never been used, bought new from canon many years ago.. But now that I want to use it, I’m finding it cannot autofocus at all? My cameras are 6D MK I and 5D MK IV. The 6D it will at least attempt a slight turn but wont autofocus if the subject is more than a couple mm out of perfect …