Welcome!

[admin]

Dear Proud Photography Forum visitors. I'm very happy to announce the official openning of this forum as an extension to our existing ProudPhotography Course community. If you're Proud Photography member or a student already, please use your standing username and password to log in. If you're new to Proud Photography, registering in this forum will automatically give you the access to www.proudphotography.com (http://www.proudphotography.com) as well.

Our goal is to create a huge and "colorful" community of photographers and people interested in photography so that we could learn from one another, get some help or just to have a great time.

We are working hard to bring you the best there is and keep you up to date. I strongly believe that with your help we can get there. Your suggestions, ideas and input is greatly appreciated. Enjoy!

Peter Timko
ProudPhotography.com

[rosemary]

Hi I am Rosemary cant wait to start doing the course

[janine]

hi, i am janine...cant wait to hear from fellow students;)

[rockinrager]

Hi, I'm Alan. On lesson 3. Really enjoying it. :)

[venusvelvet]

I'm really looking forward to this course... I love to take photos and every once in a while I get a great one, but I don't know why some shots turn out and others don't. I recently decided it was time to start with the basics and learn from the ground up instead of just blindly mucking about and hoping for the best... and that in a nutshell is why I'm here.

Cheers,
Carolyn

[electeng1970]

I've been taking "snapshots" for years and decided to learn more about photography - really getting into the lessons. This past weekend I purchased a new camera and these classes are very beneficial to help in getting to know my new equipment.

Mike

[tom67]

Hi everyone, am really looking forward to enhancing my minimal skills, am enjoying the lessons so far, reminds me of doing my Driving Instructors exams....adult learning...grrrr! lol
:)

[lrollins05]

Hello everyone! My name is Lisa!
I am expecting my first baby and looking forward to learning more about how to take great pictures of her to share with family. I just bought my dream camera - the Canon 40D - and I am anxious to put it to good use!

[desbah]

Hi, I'm Valerie, and am looking forward to the coursework!

[gjtoth]

I'm Gary and I live in Louisville, Kentucky. I'm 60 years young and retire from the IT industry in less than 2 years (YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYY!). I can't wait! What used to be my passion turned into drudgery once I started doing it for a living. Same thing happened when I played guitar. Started doing it for a living and it lost it's attraction. Therefore, photography and gardening will remain off limits to that sort of thing. Strictly for MY enjoyment.

I got bit by the bug about 3 months ago after I picked up a Kodak Z740. I've been mucking about with digital cameras ever since the old 640 x 480 jobs but, my cousin got a Sony H7 and showed me some of his tight shots and, of course, I just HAD to have one. Problem was, $$$$. I couldn't afford the dosh so, I went on eBay and picked up a Z740; sold it for twice what I paid for it ($57) and picked up a Z650; sold the Z650 for a few bucks more and picked up the Z612 (which I REALLY like immensely!). So, actually, I only paid $57 for an immaculate Z612. Saved enough money on it that I could get a fairly nice tripod (with level & quick release!), +10 Macro lens, PL & UV filters, a A/C power supply and a FAST 2 gig SD card.

I've been playing with it for about a month and I think I'm doing OK but, I know I can do better. I'm interested mostly in nature photos mainly. I've set up a feeding station outside my office window at home and I grow roses and day lilies (I know, I know... just what you need to see... more roses). I promise to expand my horizons.

I'm looking forward to taking the course and learning the capabilities of the Z612 and improving my photography techniques.

[pemmett]

I'm Peter, originally from the UK, and have lived in Asia for the last 22 years. I've taken up photography (again) for my 40th birthday and had been looking for a course to relearn the basics, when I stumbled across this online course. Since signing up for this course I realized I had never learned in the first place, and what I have learned has really come in handy.

You can see my work at http://emmett-photography.smugmug.com/

[rhiangriff]

Hi Everyone. My name is Rhian I'm from the UK. I have just bought myself a Canon 400D. I used to have a 35mm about 20 odd years ago and gave up photography when I had my children as I had no time. Children are now in their teens and I have some time to myself. I'm having to learn all over again as digital is somewhat different to the old 35mm cameras. Have enjoyed the lessons so far (on lesson 3) looking forward to completing some assignments. Not sure which area I have a preferrence for at the moment but enjoying being given tasks. Hope to use the forum for chats and advice.

[Gdub]

Hello everyone looking at some of the comments on here I believe I'll give the PP a shot. So with that in mind I would like to say hello to everyone and I hope we can get aquainted soon and share lots of ideas for photography and good critiquing to help better ourselves with photography. Take care everyone!

[paulh921]

Hi, I am Paul and I have just started the course.
I look forward to 'talking' to as many members as possible and getting advice on photography!
Wishing everyone the very best.
Hope to hear from you.

Paul

[thirtysecondsphoenix]

Hey Everyone,
I'm Melissa - I have always been interested in photography, just never really dedicated any time to it. I started out with a Sony Cybershot DSC-W7 and received a Canon S3 IS not too long ago as a gift. I've been playing around more with the manual controls and trying to take better shots, thinking more about composition and stuff. Perhaps after a little dedication to this hobby and getting better at it I can invest in a nice SLR...I was looking for one place to go to build on the skills I already have (or at least think I have, and the little I know).:D

[sandersmr]

I'm Maggie. I've actually had a Canon Rebel 300D since 2004, but it's only been this year that I've ventured off the little green box. Photoshop is my friend, but I would love to take better pics so I don't have to spend as much time tweeking the photos. Nature and my 8 year old niece are my two favorite subjects.

[Snappers]

Hi everyone,
Just stummbled across this site after searching through many sites trying to find a course to do. I think I have now found it.http://www.smileycons.com/img/classic/0020.gif

I'm off to sign up for the course now but I am looking forward to chatting with you all more soon and learning more about photography.

By the way, I'm in Staffordshire in the UK

[gjtoth]

I've been posting here for about 3-4 weeks so I think it's about time I introduced myself. My name is Gary. I'm from Louisville, Kentucky, US. I'm about 1 year and 10 months from retirement and I just got bit by "the shutterbug". Photography for me will remain FOR ME. I used to play guitar and when I did it for a living, it became a drudgery and took the pleasure out of it. Same thing happened when I got into computers. Do it for a living and the joy disappears. ANYWAYS...I just sold the last of my stuff on eBay so I can take the course! :D I've got a Kodak Z612 -- the current in a progressive line of digicams that I've owned. I've had a digital camera since they were about a 320x200 resolution and 1MP was a status symbol. hehehe About 4 months ago a cousin picked up a Sony H7 and showed me a few of his photos. Mind you, he is no photographer but the shots were pretty darned good! The cameras I had up until then were nice. Nikon Coolpix 2100, Coolpix 4600, Sony somthing-or-other and I while I was "interested" in nice shots, I just put it on the back burner and used the cameras for less-than-mediocre vacation shots and some around-the-house "stuff". But, those photos my cousin snapped really made me pay attention. I started pricing "real" cameras on eBay and found that the big boys (Canon, Nikon, Sony, etc.) were out of my price range. I stumbled upon Flickr and noticed the picture quality of the Kodak line and was shocked to see they were really quite good. I'd always thought they were plastic lenses and junk. I got on eBay and picked up a Z740 for $57! It was pristine and took some excellent photos. Not being quite satisfied, I sold it on eBay for almost TWICE what I paid for it and picked up a Z650. Again, it just didn't do it for me and I sold IT on eBay for 20% more than I paid for it and got this Z612. In essence, I got the Z612 for $57. Not too shabby. I'm pretty much satisfied with it and will probably use it until prices come down on the Z812. It takes great photos but, I know I'm not using it to it's full capabilities and I'm not using ME to my fullest capabilities even though, a lot of my friends and acquaintances (2 of whom are professional photographers) say I missed my calling. Sooooo, I'm down for the course as soon as this last bidder pays me.

Whew! Long one! If you stuck with me this long, God love ya!

[Snappers]

Hi Gary,
It's strange isn't it when we think that our ideal job would be our hobby but very often, it turns out to be just the opposite.
I like your way you went about getting the camera you wanted.

Sounds like you got a good bargin.

[gjtoth]

Hi Gary,
It's strange isn't it when we think that our ideal job would be our hobby but very often, it turns out to be just the opposite.
I like your way you went about getting the camera you wanted.

Sounds like you got a good bargin.

Thanks, Snappers. It's really the only way I can afford it. Most good photo stuff is expensive.

Where are you in the U.K.? I lived in Herts. for a spell. Rickmansworth.

[Snappers]

I live in Staffordshire.
I must admit, I have looked for most of my equipment from ebay. I have also sold quite a bit on there of late to raise some funds in order to do my photography course and hopfull buy a few more bits and pieces but it depends on what santa brings me:)

[electeng1970]

I'm Gary and I live in Louisville, Kentucky. I'm 60 years young and retire from the IT industry in less than 2 years (YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYY!). I can't wait! What used to be my passion turned into drudgery once I started doing it for a living. Same thing happened when I played guitar. Started doing it for a living and it lost it's attraction. Therefore, photography and gardening will remain off limits to that sort of thing. Strictly for MY enjoyment.

I got bit by the bug about 3 months ago after I picked up a Kodak Z740. I've been mucking about with digital cameras ever since the old 640 x 480 jobs but, my cousin got a Sony H7 and showed me some of his tight shots and, of course, I just HAD to have one. Problem was, $$$$. I couldn't afford the dosh so, I went on eBay and picked up a Z740; sold it for twice what I paid for it ($57) and picked up a Z650; sold the Z650 for a few bucks more and picked up the Z612 (which I REALLY like immensely!). So, actually, I only paid $57 for an immaculate Z612. Saved enough money on it that I could get a fairly nice tripod (with level & quick release!), +10 Macro lens, PL & UV filters, a A/C power supply and a FAST 2 gig SD card.

I've been playing with it for about a month and I think I'm doing OK but, I know I can do better. I'm interested mostly in nature photos mainly. I've set up a feeding station outside my office window at home and I grow roses and day lilies (I know, I know... just what you need to see... more roses). I promise to expand my horizons.

I'm looking forward to taking the course and learning the capabilities of the Z612 and improving my photography techniques.

Gary, I just noticed that you are in Louisville, KY. I'm about 3 hours east of Louisville, in Huntington, WV. Good luck in your retirement.I'm approaching 60 in a couple of months but I'll be working until I'm 70 probably. I agree with you on making a hobby into a living. Computers used to be a hobby but now its work. I just want to play with them again.
I started this class about a month ago, and I'm glad I did. The instructors (Peter) is very good. He's helped me tremendously. I too like nature photos,it's going to be interesting to see what I can do this winter. The lesson on lighting is very good, especially if you go into detail. Good luck on the course.

[gjtoth]

Gary, I just noticed that you are in Louisville, KY. I'm about 3 hours east of Louisville, in Huntington, WV. Good luck in your retirement.I'm approaching 60 in a couple of months but I'll be working until I'm 70 probably. I agree with you on making a hobby into a living. Computers used to be a hobby but now its work. I just want to play with them again.
I started this class about a month ago, and I'm glad I did. The instructors (Peter) is very good. He's helped me tremendously. I too like nature photos,it's going to be interesting to see what I can do this winter. The lesson on lighting is very good, especially if you go into detail. Good luck on the course.

Hi, neighbor! :D I'm looking forward to taking the course. I have one guy that I'm waiting for payment on from eBay then, I'm in!

I work for the State and thought I'd be working until I was 90 because of an ill-spent youth. But, since I slapped a nice chunk of my wages into some deferred comp for the time I've been here, I'm able to retire.

I'm happy to hear such good reports about the class. There's so many rip-offs it's difficult to discern the good guys from the jerks.

Happy snappin'!

[michelle]

HI , I just bought the cannon 40d too!Just getting into photography.

[Snappers]

Welcome Michelle,
Welcome to the forum. Hope you enjoy your new camera.:)
Have you enrolled on the PP course or are you just here on the forum?

[janine]

hi you guys...

i am in the uk too, snappers...i have not been on the site for ages. i am pregnant with my first baby and so am taking this course reaaaaaaaly slow as other things seem to be taking all my time and energy!

[Snappers]

Hi Janine,
That is the beauty with this course, You can take as much time as you need over it. There really is no rush.

I hope everything goes ok with your first baby. I hope you've learnt enough so far to take so beautiful snaps just after he/she is born.

Oh the joy you will have.

The thing that is stopping me at the moment is the weather. It's soooooooo cold. I went out the other day to try my hand at assignment 3 but my fingers lost the feeling in them! lol.

[jonrayner]

Hello

Just signed up for the course after reading the positive reports about it. Have just bought a Canon 400d and am looking forward to starting the course.

How long does it take to complete a Lesson/ Chapter/ Assignment?

[gjtoth]

Hello

Just signed up for the course after reading the positive reports about it. Have just bought a Canon 400d and am looking forward to starting the course.

How long does it take to complete a Lesson/ Chapter/ Assignment?

Welcome aboard!

Lesson completion time is up to you. Take it as fast as you can comprehend it or as slowly as you want to digest things.

Enjoy!

[Snappers]

Hello

Just signed up for the course after reading the positive reports about it. Have just bought a Canon 400d and am looking forward to starting the course.

How long does it take to complete a Lesson/ Chapter/ Assignment?

Hi Jon, I'd also like to say Welcome to the forums. Im pleased to hear that you have signed up for the course. As for the length of time it takes to complete the lessons/chapters/assignments, Like gjtoth says, it is entirly up to you. You go at a speed that is comfortable to you. That is one of the benefits of this course, you are not rushed and you have no time critical deadlines.

I hope you enjoy your time here with us.
Andy

[perfectoarts]

Hello,
My name is Ingrid and I live with my retired husband Terry in a beautiful part of the world on a 3 acre property in Tropical North Queensland, Cairns, where the Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef. (Well until global warming will stuff it up)
We have 9 & a bit grandchildren + 2 great grandchildren.
We have lived most of our lives in Sydney and it was menopausal madness I fear that drove us to the tropical lifestyle.
As a retired midwife and only recently a B&B host/manager my interests have been diverted to all my old passions ie. art, photography, music and generally taking time out to smell the roses. A small sideline is multimedia productions, web design work and weather. We have our own weather station on our roof that updates world wide every 10 minutes. Yes, I know, someone has to be a little odd on this forum :)
So we shall meet and share many happy informative moments I hope.
Cheers for now.

Have also just signed up for the course. So mere male will be dragged out to do some field trips with me. Won't it be nice to share a hobby?

[jonrayner]

Welcome Ingrid, glad you joined. It sounds like you live in the most beautiful place in the world, I am insanely jealous, especially looking out of my window presently at a very cold, bleak, windy, overcast day (seems to be the norm lately!).

Jon

[gjtoth]

I'm with Jon on this one. The weather here stinks but then, it could be worse. Grass is always greener.... heheheh

Welcome aboard!

[jennifer]

Hello everyone, I am Jennifer. I am hoping to learn a lot from these courses and am in lesson one right now. I just joined yesterday, but I plan on making the most out of it. I have never understood shutter speed, etc. so hopefully I will finally grasp the idea. It is awful weather here as well. Everything is brown and dead so hopefully I will find some fun shots to take anyway.

[gjtoth]

Hello everyone, I am Jennifer. I am hoping to learn a lot from these courses and am in lesson one right now. I just joined yesterday, but I plan on making the most out of it. I have never understood shutter speed, etc. so hopefully I will finally grasp the idea. It is awful weather here as well. Everything is brown and dead so hopefully I will find some fun shots to take anyway.

I joined for pretty much the same reason, Jennifer. You're going to love it!

Where are you located?

[LensBaby]

Ohio is not so beautiful right now. At least when the snow is covering everything the trees look beautiful, but when it all turns into slush it looks dirty and ugly!

[jennifer]

South Carolina Gary, we get the dead leaves and brown grass without the pretty snow. Of course, I don't want all the snow they are getting up north right now. A small amount so I could take some nice winter pictures would be nice.

[gjtoth]

South Carolina Gary, we get the dead leaves and brown grass without the pretty snow. Of course, I don't want all the snow they are getting up north right now. A small amount so I could take some nice winter pictures would be nice.

We lived in Summerville for a few years. I know what you mean. But, there ARE photo ops if ya LOOK for 'em. ;)

[Snappers]

Welcome Ingrid and Jennifer. Good to have you with us

[etaguba]

Hi All,

I just started on the forum today, looking for a good online course to help with my Photography skills. :)

Hope to meet with some of you.

Aloha,
Ed

[LensBaby]

Etaquba....the photograpy course is great. I know you said you joined the forums, but I wanted to tell you that the course is excellent! Welcome aboard!

[Snappers]

Hi Etaquba, you've come to the right place if you are looking for a good Photography course!

[hatteras76]

Hi, my names Dawn, I'm 31, married with 6 yrs with 4 kids. I have been interested in photography since I was little. I have hopes of opening a studio in the near future, so I am taking this course as a start.

[dkippen]

Welcome to the group Dawn - you'll find us to be a very lively, friendly group.

[Snappers]

Welcome Dawn, Sounds like you have got your hands full! Enjoy the course, and I'm sure you'll enjoy our friendly forum here.

[sanzia]

Hi, just another newbie saying "hi", and I hope to really improve my skills, or lack off at the present time:rolleyes:, by doing this course. Something has just GOT to stick in my head. :)

~Sanzia

[ladyups]

Welcome to our little home on the web. I'm sure you will enjoy the course and things will start to 'stick' in time. If you have any questions, don't hesitate or be afraid to ask. If we can't answer the question, there is always someone here that will do research to help you out.

[Snappers]

Welcome Sanzia, Hope you enjoy your time here with us.

[dkippen]

Sanzia - Welcome to our home away from home. As Mary, said, don't be afraid to ask questions. We don't bite.

[sanzia]

Thank you all for the warm welcomes and offers of assistance!:) I am already enjoying the course, even though I have only just completed the first lesson. But I did learn a lot I didn't know, just in that one lesson, so I am very happy so far. What I learnt even stuck:cool:.

~Sanzia

[amberabbas]

Hi my name is Amber,
I am thoroughly enjoying the course. I am on the 4th lesson and i think my photography skills have improved already. Cannot wait to see the end result.

[ladyups]

A most hardy welcome, Amber..glad to hear you are learning from the course. I'm up to lesson 4 myself...just not enough hours in the day to get it all done and work too. Hope you enjoy yourself here and don't hesitate to ask questions. Someone will always know or find the answer. We are just one big family here...pretty laid back.

[dkippen]

Welcome Amber - looks like you're moving right along. Just like Mary says, we're all pretty helpful and very casual.

[jerryph]

Greetings Amber, you are well on your way to getting some awesome pics. Enjoy the course and enjoy all the good people here!

[LensBaby]

Welcome Amber. Join in on the conversations and don't forget to post some photos for us to look at, because it's an excellent way to learn!

[amberabbas]

thank you for the replies.. and lensbaby i just put up three pictures of my recent trip to geneva. do let me know what all of you think. its an excellent way to progress with the input of other people.

[clicks]

Hi there! I just started the program and I'm very excited. I can't wait to be able to share something worthy. :)

[jerryph]

Let the fun begin... welcome to the club!

[clicks]

Let the fun begin... welcome to the club!

Thanks! I have a feeling this place is going to get addicting... ;)

[ladyups]

Welcome to the forum, April...enjoy your stay.

[LensBaby]

Hi my name is Susan and I am addicted to photography!

[clicks]

Hi my name is Susan and I am addicted to photography!

(everyone in unison) Hi, Susan! :D

[Snappers]

Oh trust me, this place is addicting :D

[LensBaby]

My husband said the other day "Hey I guess things could be worse, I could have married someone addicted to drugs or alcohol." Ummmm if he only knew the money that I could spend on photo equipment! What am I talking about...he knows, because I am always telling him that I need or want something or other. (Hey he is addicted to DeWalt tools..I cannot tell you how many tools this man has, so I guess its fair)

[Snappers]

Lol. At least camera equipment (well most of it) takes up less room than DeWalt tools!

[LensBaby]

Yeah, so far it does :D and that is only because my Aliens come apart easy and can fit into a closet!

[terri]

Hello, I'm Terri from Louisiana. I'm on Lesson 7 and I am thoroughly enjoying it. I've always loved taking photos but finally decided to get serious about it. It's on my mind CONSTANTLY...I can't even go to sleep without setting up a photo shoot in my dreams,LOL. My eyes even feel like radars when I'm driving down the road constantly scouting out places to shoot!(I Know I'm OBSSESED) Anyway I'm very passionate about photography and I'm so glad to have a site where I can post photos and have them critiqued from fellow members & professionals.
I'm excited about learning and exchanging techniques.
LOOKING FORWARD to mingling w/u all.
Terri

[LensBaby]

Hi Terri. I am right with you. My post above says "Hi I am Susan and I am addicted to photography" lol My addiction is the same way. I am always thinking of something, whether it is a photoshoot, or photoshop, or equipment! Please join in on the forum for some fun, such as the new games or the Photo of the Month Competition, where you can win prizes. It is a ton of fun! Have a great day!

[freeport4]

Hi everyone. I'm Ray from Freeport, NY, the fishing capitol of the east. For me being on Long Island is the photo op of a lifetime. There are so many subjects to go out and shoot I sometimes can't decide which to go for first. I'm constantly trying to inprove my photography. I have some definate ideas of where I want to go with my work. I hope being here will help me to achieve my goals.

[trishmayb]

Hello everyone, I'm Trish from Livingston, Tx, and I'm also addicted to photography. A few months ago I had the pleasure and luck of flying to Greece for 2 1/2 weeks while my husband was stationed there, and I took so many pictures, but would love to have known how to take great pictures. I am looking forward to this class so that I can learn everything I can.

[ladyups]

Hi everyone. I'm Ray from Freeport, NY, the fishing capitol of the east. For me being on Long Island is the photo op of a lifetime. There are so many subjects to go out and shoot I sometimes can't decide which to go for first. I'm constantly trying to inprove my photography. I have some definate ideas of where I want to go with my work. I hope being here will help me to achieve my goals.


Welcome to the group, Ray. I envy your surroundings. My husband and I traveled to Long Island for a small day trip about 12 years ago. Our son graduated from Kings Point and we were out there for his graduation. We took a few extra days to sightsee and Long Island was one of the trips. We fell in love and would love to go back some day. Wouldn't give a second of my life to go back to New York but would love to visit Long Island for a longer time than a day. It was beautiful and you are correct, you have more photo opportunities in a day than I have in a year.

[ladyups]

Hello everyone, I'm Trish from Livingston, Tx, and I'm also addicted to photography. A few months ago I had the pleasure and luck of flying to Greece for 2 1/2 weeks while my husband was stationed there, and I took so many pictures, but would love to have known how to take great pictures. I am looking forward to this class so that I can learn everything I can.

Welcome to the group, Trish. Would be really interested in seeing some of those photos of Greece. You will learn alot from these lessons and the group will be as helpful as they can. We are a lot quieter now, since Summer is here, but still check in ever so often.

[trishmayb]

Welcome to the group, Trish. Would be really interested in seeing some of those photos of Greece. You will learn alot from these lessons and the group will be as helpful as they can. We are a lot quieter now, since Summer is here, but still check in ever so often.

Thanks for the welcome. I will be uploading some photos shortly of Greece, just remember all of these were taken in auto mode. But some still turned out great. I'm looking forward to learning all I can.

[LensBaby]

Hello everyone, I'm Trish from Livingston, Tx, and I'm also addicted to photography. A few months ago I had the pleasure and luck of flying to Greece for 2 1/2 weeks while my husband was stationed there, and I took so many pictures, but would love to have known how to take great pictures. I am looking forward to this class so that I can learn everything I can.

Welcome Trish. This is a fun place to hang out in. Make sure to upload some photos ! We love when people upload photos.

[trishmayb]

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Ok, here are a few pics from Greece, Once I have some time I will make my Gallery with more pictures:D

[Paranihia]

Hi guys'n gals

Nice to join you on the forum. Will be starting the classes in Oct 08 or thereabouts. :):)
Presently am taking classes at a local photoschool, but need to learn more (more! more!) I think this stuff touches your brain & you go a little bit wonky don't you think? At least it's so with me.
Anyway, I live in Tauranga in the North Island of New Zealand. It is winter here. No snow around, but plenty in other places. Ski bunnies can travel about an hour & a half. Fishing people love Tauranga, as do surfers, dolphin-swimmers, kayakers & any other waterbabies.:cool:
I have 6 children, all grown. 7 grandkids none of whom live in NZ. Boohoo. No children live in Tauranga & no rellies either - so have to scrape around for people shots. I find people pics are easily the hardest thing to do.
I also find thinking laterally (when it comes to pics) does not come easily, so tend to have unimaginative angles in shots - even if I have actually noticed good angles as I walk by. *sigh*
Lots more to say but it will keep OK?

[jerryph]

Welcome to the club, Paranihia!

[karatejeffusa]

I'm Jeff from Shenyang China, yes China , where I am teaching English and getting some wonderful photo's of this 3rd world country, I have enjoyed the PP course and it has made me a better photographer since I joined, hope all of you out there won't be afraid to let your creativity go wild and let the camera capture all of the worlds amazing sights, try to convey your feelings on print.
Hope to hear from other photographers all around the world. Peace out.

[hp845pink]

I'm Helen , just bought a new Pentax SLR not sure if i'm crazy about it,but it's what i can afford. I'm really excieted about this course, i'm hoping it will help me not feel so overwhelmed
with my new camera. Looking forward to meeting and getting lots of advice from other photographers.

[meredith]

hi everyone ! Im meredith and I just signed up yesterday > Very happy so far. Im just new to photography. got my first slr just a couple of weeks ago and Im already in love ! Cant wait to learn more.

[ladyups]

Welcome to the group everyone! Have fun while you are here.

[michaela]

Hello. My name is Michaela and like so many of you, I have been "mucking" around for many years. Though I've known that photogrphy is my passion for many years, it hasn't been until recently that I could follow my heart. And that is why I am here. I'm hoping this course will give me the tools I need to give me a running start. I started the course a few days ago and so far so good.
Well, be seein ya.

[dkippen]

Michaela - welcoome to the group. This course will definitely give you the tools to get off to a great start.

[andromeda143]

Hello All,

I have just started the course online and hope to be improving my photography by doing so. I live in Melbourne, Australia, so my photos may look upside down to some of you.

I am enjoying looking at the many interesting photos in the gallery and have posted a couple of mine just to get started.

Regards,

Clive

[coffee]

Hello. My name is Michaela and like so many of you, I have been "mucking" around for many years. Though I've known that photogrphy is my passion for many years, it hasn't been until recently that I could follow my heart. And that is why I am here. I'm hoping this course will give me the tools I need to give me a running start. I started the course a few days ago and so far so good.
Well, be seein ya.


Hello All,

I have just started the course online and hope to be improving my photography by doing so. I live in Melbourne, Australia, so my photos may look upside down to some of you.

I am enjoying looking at the many interesting photos in the gallery and have posted a couple of mine just to get started.

Regards,

Clive

Hello Michaela and Clive and welcome to our photography home away from home. Look forward to talking and seeing some of your shots.

[LensBaby]

Welcome Michaela and Clive. Make sure to check out the Photo of the Month competition and join in. It is a ton of fun.

[smarker]

Hello All,

I found this site by accident while browsing and thought I would join after looking around a bit. I'm not interested in taking any courses here simply because I'm already in a 35mm class at the local community college. My first semester is nearly over. The final exam is looming. It shouldn't be very difficult since it consists of turning in original photographs which I enjoy shooting. Developing, printing, mounting, and matting are all part of it.

In addition to the 35mm, I am an avid amateur freelance digital photographer and have been for quite some time, although I've had my Nikon D40x for less than two years. You'll rarely catch me without it and because of the 35mm class, I tend to carry as many as three cameras right now. It's a load!

Anyway, I'm looking forward to learning a few things in the forums. I'll see you there!

[shayebryd]

Hi, I'm Shayebryd......half way thru lesson 1. Excited to be here......can't wait to meet everyone and see your work!
Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!!

In My Bag
Canon Rebel XTi,
Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6,
Canon 50mm f/1.4,
Panasonic Lumix LX3

PS3, PSE6, LR1

http://dwellinginthemoment.blogspot.com/

[jerryph]

Hapy belated turkey day (haha!) and welcome! In Canada we do ours a month earlier, but we stuff ourselves no less than our southern cousins. :)

[LensBaby]

Welcome Smarker and Shaye! Very nice to have you with us.

[Yulia]

Hello all!
My name is Yulia and i just signed for the course last week. I hope it will help me to sort out a mess i have in my head about photography and such :)

ps
Pardon my English i don't use it very often :)

[coffee]

Hi Yulia and welcome. Your English is great. Better than mine. English is my second language, and I don't have a first! hehe. Enjoy your stay.

[dkippen]

Welcome to the newbies!!! Yulia - you're English is fine. Some that have lived here their entire lives still have not mastered English.

[richsufan]

Hi my name is Rich and I just completed my homework for lesson 2 and finally understand my Nikon D70S's manual controls. I believe I will really benefit greatly from this course and look forward to interacting with fellow students.:)

[Yulia]

Thank you for your warm welcomes!

[kingjuliet]

Hi! I'm Juliet and I just joined yesterday!!! I enjoyed the course very much so far!

[coffee]

Hi my name is Rich and I just completed my homework for lesson 2 and finally understand my Nikon D70S's manual controls. I believe I will really benefit greatly from this course and look forward to interacting with fellow students.:)

Hi Rich and welcome to the forum and course. Hope everything is going well.

[coffee]

Hi! I'm Juliet and I just joined yesterday!!! I enjoyed the course very much so far!

Hi Juliet. Nice to meet you, this is a great place to hang out.

[Harleycowgirl]

Hi there, my name is Trayci and I have officially advanced from being a "lurker" to a member as of today. I am not taking any courses here, though I would like to when the time allows, my interest has definately been peeked while lurking!

[angierae]

Welcome Trayci! I love that spelling btw. I'm positive you'll have a blast and learn tonnes here. I hope you get some photo's of your own posted for us all to have a looksee :D

Oo and you're from the Hat, nifty. I'm in Canmore myself.

[Harleycowgirl]

Hey there Angie and thank you! I will be posting stuff soon! In the meantime feel free to check out my site http://www.creativecaptures.ca . Canmore hey, cool, nice to see fellow Albertans. :o

[LensBaby]

Welcome Rich, Trayci, and Juliet. Welcome to the forum. You will find it a fun place to be at.

[Harleycowgirl]

Thank you LB! From what I have seen thus far, I do believe it will be an enjoyable stay! Thanks again!

[jerryph]

Welcome, Harleycowgirl... just wanted to do a fast "hi" from another fellow Canadian.

[gp3matt]

Hi my name is Matt. I am from Perth, Australia and recently bought a Canon 450D. Looking forward to learning all about it and taking great photos.

[geehop]

Hi. Gerd fron NY here. Looking forward to learning new things and remembering some old ones.

[jwott]

Hello all. They call me Bullfrog. Don't ask you don't want to know. The photo bug has bitten and I must learn learn learn. Isn't that why we are all here.

[ladyups]

Welcome to the group everyone!

[JulsRayne]

I have been married 3 years...we have 2 kids....daughter and a son. I love photography and have just started a correspondance course. I also do childcare and i love to cook/bake.

[pipedesign]

I am a newbie in here so be gentle ....
I held out buying an SLR for several years. I got up a Lumix FZ50 and it was great - I thought. But a year ago I joined the local Photography club and some of their pics made me feel like giving up.
So, I set a budget of $1000CAN and went E-baying.
I now have a Nikon D60 and a couple of lens's (Nikon 55-200 VR, Sigma 17-70 HSM) and I am ready to learn and grow .......
I like to photograph flora and fauna and close-ups (hence the Sigma 1:2.3 magnification - couldn't afford a 1:1 Macro).
I am going to sign up for the course soon.

John in Ontario

[tikibirdplay]

Hi my name is Lisa. Im just starting this course. I want to wish everyone good luck. I have done my 1st lesson and so far so good.

[ladyups]

Welcome aboard to all the new members! It's great to see our forum growing in leaps and bounds.

[nightbiker1]

Hi,
I am retired and have always enjoyed the field of photography and now even though I work part time is RV sales, I still have time to pursue my photograpy interest and hope to get better at what I do. I have just started the course and look forward to learning.
Camera, Sony A 300

[ladyups]

Welcome, Nightbiker! By your signature, is this an indication that we will see lots of night shots? Or at least shots from the bike? Enjoy your stay and hope to see you participating in the forum. Its a great group!

[jcalonso]

Hi, my name is Juan and I look forward to learning and improving my photography. I enjoy it when others are pleased with my work.

[Kaye]

Welcome Juan,
I am sure you will enjoy and learn heaps on Proud with the help and support of the friendly members. Don't hesitate to ask questions, and looking forward to viewing your photos. Post away!

[jackiewynn]

Hi..enjoying the course..just starting lesson 3 and finding it fun with great tutor support.
Looking forward to being part of the community and putting some of my pictures out there.

[Kaye]

Hi Jackie, (?)
Good luck in all your lessons. Looking forward to seeing some of your pics. Just post away.

[Rubberducky007]

hi
im new to the site and cant wait to get started x

[ronmitch]

Hi I'm Ron I bin taking photos for years yet cant say I've any good. I'm hoping this course will put me on the rite track.

[coffee]

Glad to have you all with us.

[jdive]

Hi! My name is Jenny and I am truly amazed with the photos on this site. I hope that I can get some useful feedback from others so that eventually I will be able to take great pictures like you all!

[apchavez]

My name is Andrea... i am looking forward to getting this started, I have also been checking into a career institute for photography class.. should i just do this one, or do both like i was going to?

[srivenkat]

Hello Existing Members,

I am just joined the course and having Nikon D5000 with 18-55mm Nikon Lens. Is that fine to complete the course and submit the assignment?

Regards,
Srini

[RoyalAffair]

Hello everyone, I've gotten a littler more serious about photography as a hobby in the past year. I'm hoping to learn a lot form you guys. I've been "stalking" this site for a few days now, and some of the work on here is fabulous.

[Kaye]

Hi RoyalAffair,
A big welcome to the site. I am sure you will enjoy it and learn heaps. Feel free to post some shots. We would all love to see them, as this is the way you can start to learn more from the comments and critique from some of the Proud members. Also, please feel free to ask any questions or start new threads.

[Kaye]

My name is Andrea... i am looking forward to getting this started, I have also been checking into a career institute for photography class.. should i just do this one, or do both like i was going to?

Andrea, welcome from all to the Proud site.
I think you will achieve lots from the Proud course, so in my opinion I would try the Proud course first.
Perhaps some other members may also post their views on this, especially the ones doing the course at present. (In my opinion, perhaps one at a time is enough).
Good luck.

[Kaye]

Hi! My name is Jenny and I am truly amazed with the photos on this site. I hope that I can get some useful feedback from others so that eventually I will be able to take great pictures like you all!

Hi Jenny,
Welcome from all the members. I am sure you will enjoy the site as I do. I have learned heaps and still learning.
You will certainly get some useful feedback on your shots, so start posting shots and don't be afraid to start your own thread in a certain category. Best of luck.

[Kaye]

Hello Existing Members,

I am just joined the course and having Nikon D5000 with 18-55mm Nikon Lens. Is that fine to complete the course and submit the assignment?

Regards,
Srini

Welcome Srini,
Welcome to Proud and hope you thoroughly enjoy the course.
I am not great on Lense info, so perhaps one of the other Proud Members will enlighten you on this, but with my small knowledge, I am sure all will be fine.

Good luck - learn heaps and look forward to seeing some of your shots.

[fabricstacker]

Hi I am new to this forum. I am an amateur photographer. I have been doing digital scrapbooking for two years, taking pictures and using Photoshop Elements to make layouts. I bought a Canon XSi and want to learn how to control it, not it control me. I have a question. If I took the online course on photography, would I get feedback on the photos I take, so that I can improve, or know how I'm doing? Thank you, Marilyn

[tampamike]

Hello
My name is Mike. I live in Tampa Florida and have been an amateur photographer for years. I have a Nikon FG SLR and a Nikon 5000 DSLR as well as 3 point and shoots. I am married and the kids are in college. " Go Hurricanes" I am an avid cruise junky, I ride a Harley Ultra Classic, and I do a little snorkeling. I have a Boston Terrier and still do the 8 to 5 every day.

[Musefoto]

Hello everyone,
Been an enthusiastic photographer for a few years now, I am married and a father to 3 beautiful boys.
I'm really excited to finally be part of a community where I can share my passion. I never leave home without at least one camera (nor stay at home without one to hand come to think of it...), always experimenting and developing my techniques, as well as constantly keen to learn more. :)

[bigbphoto]

Dear Proud Photography Forum visitors. I'm very happy to announce the official openning of this forum as an extension to our existing ProudPhotography Course community. If you're Proud Photography member or a student already, please use your standing username and password to log in. If you're new to Proud Photography, registering in this forum will automatically give you the access to www.proudphotography.com (http://www.proudphotography.com) as well.

Our goal is to create a huge and "colorful" community of photographers and people interested in photography so that we could learn from one another, get some help or just to have a great time.

We are working hard to bring you the best there is and keep you up to date. I strongly believe that with your help we can get there. Your suggestions, ideas and input is greatly appreciated. Enjoy!

Peter Timko
ProudPhotography.com

I did not sign up yet. I have been thinking about some schooling and this Proud Photography was recomended to me. from what I have read it seems like a good program. thanks

[valahiru]

hi all classmates,
just joined, and so far looks like i made the right choice. love the idea of the forum,and
hopefully when i've done a few lessons and got more confident in my camera skills i will be a worthwhile addition to the threads.

Good luck one and all with the course(s), and of cause 'happy snpping'

Danny

[purplesquid]

Just my intro.....I'm Craig, and have recently purchased a Nikon D90 and REALLY need to learn how to use it. Before that I made do with a waterproof Pentax point and shoot.
Craig

[ca7696]

Hi all just signed up for the online class. I had a rebel xt for the past few years and i just got the Canon 50D last week and am looking foward to learning more about it & photography. I love to take pics of sporting events, from the NY jets to the local little league games.last year I bought a underwater case for my Digital elph and love it!! I want it all....LOL I never go anywhere on vacation with out my camera...I am just hoping to get better at picture taking and I hope this course is the first step....thanks Carmine

[Kaye]

Welcome ca7696. I hope you enjoy the course and am sure you will learn heaps both thru the course and with help from some of the PP members.
I have learned so much just with help from other members.

[ca7696]

thank you Kaye

[shjimagery]

Hello everyone!! I just signed up yesterday and I am excited and ready to get started. I truly do love photography. And I want to learn as must as possible. I wish everyone else well with their studies.

[Kaye]

Welcome to the forum shjimagery, and I wish you well too. You are in the right place to learn.
We all love photograpy!

[leehoney]

So far this course is exactly what I was hoping it to be.... and maybe a little more. I am strictly a photo hobbiest, but have a passion for it. I love sunsets/sunrises,landscapes, animals and my favorite subject is my grandaughter and her horse (she is my very own little 'super-model')!
I live very close to the Mississippi River, in between Natchez, Miss. and Baton Rouge, LA... on the prison grounds of the infamous Louisiana State Pen at Angola. The prison grounds allows me some freedom to shoot old buildings,cemetaries and wildlife. It is a very old place est. in 1901. The local community is interesting too, I love Rural Decay!
Hope to get some feedback, friendly critique from my fellow students, as we all thrive on it!
Thank you all,
Lee

[sorted]

Hi Lee you are in the right place be great to see some shots, your area sounds amazing. Great people here with all levels of Experience.:D Enjoy have fun and hope like me it opens a new meaning to photography. :)

[j.p.photos]

New here from Chicagoland, I am almost halfway through the course. I have also attended Joliet Junior College for courses and belong to a photoclub of past and present students. I enjoy shooting sports and portraits.

[eamonn]

Hi Everyone,has already joined the course and learning has take place .
It is fantastic,has improved already.
Good Luck to everyone.

Eamonn

[eamonn]

Hello All
Learning and loving taking pictures.
Trying and hopefully getting better:)

[Kaye]

New here from Chicagoland, I am almost halfway through the course. I have also attended Joliet Junior College for courses and belong to a photoclub of past and present students. I enjoy shooting sports and portraits.

Welcome j.p.photos. I hope you are enjoying the course. Why not post some of your pics in the forums to show us. We'd love to see them. Comments/critique from members I believe plays a big part in learning and you will gain many new ideas.

[Kaye]

Hi Everyone,has already joined the course and learning has take place .
It is fantastic,has improved already.
Good Luck to everyone.

Eamonn

Welcome Eamonn. I wish you well in the course. Your photos in your gallery are beautiful.

[mikec]

Hi
Joined yesterday (16:3), all's well so far.
As I'm new to DSLR (although I have used film cameras/bridge cameras for more years than I would admit to), I have also joined my local Camera Club. A great group of helpful people. I hope the combination of learning through the course and local help will be a winner!
Regards to all!
MikeC

[kcnieves29]

Hello i am new here..cant wait to meet new students.. =)

[Kaye]

Welcome kcnieves29. Look forward to seeing some of your shots.

[pburd]

Hi, my name is Phillip but that user name was already taken:(
I have a P&S but didn't get serious about photography until I retired.
I purchased my first DSLR in October 2009. I have spent countless hours on the internet learning as much as possible about Digital photography and photography in general.
I hope to end this course with the confidence, knowledge, and ability to shoot images I can be proud of.

[ladyups]

Welcome aboard, Phillip!

[Kaye]

Welcome from me too Phillip.
I am sure you will enjoy it here, and positive that you will end the course with great satisfaction of your new capabilities. Please keep us updated with some of your shots throughout.

[hfyffe@sky.com]

Hi I am Hazel and have just started Lesson 1. I am currently using a Canon Power shot A630 and would like to upgrade to a SLR can anyone give me advice on how to choose a new camera

Many thanks
Hazel

[sorted]

Hi Hazel

Welcome you will love it here:) I noticed you commented on the Before and After Game you can join in when you want don't feel you have to wait:)
As for suggestions on Camera's I will leave that to other people with more experience than me. (cost play's a big part and what you feel happy with nip into a local shop and have a play).

[MasterPpv]

Hi there, Hazel! Welcome to the forums! I wish you the best of luck with the course and look forward to seeing some of your pictures soon! :)

As for choosing a DSLR, I can give this advice:

1) DO NOT be fooled by the megapixel game. Unless you're going to be making prints larger than 16 X 20 inches, you don't need more than 6 or 7 MP. Most DSLR cameras nowadays have at least 10, which will be far more than most people need. With that you can easily make perfect quality prints up to 30 X 20 inches. So don't fall for the salespeople's maneuvering and spend too much. Save that money for lenses.

2) Get a camera that feels good in your hands. If it doesn't feel good in your hands, chances are you won't want to use it much. Make sure the buttons and things are placed where they feel comfortable to you, in a way that you can adjust settings without even taking your eye away from the viewfinder. Missing a shot because you had look away from the viewfinder to change your settings is one of the most frustrating things that can happen if you buy a camera that doesn't feel good to hold in your hands and use.

3) Make sure your lenses are good, too. Some people forget all about that. I'd recommend getting at least one wide angle to mid-zoom, such as an 18-55mm, 18-70, 18-85mm, 18-105mm, or an 18-135mm. (DO NOT get all of these, of course!) Also, you should get one good quality telephoto, such as a 55-200mm, 70-200mm, or a 70-300mm. And definitely get a 50mm prime lens. They're among the cheapest around, yet if you learn how to use them properly they can produce absolutely stunning images. Be sure to look for ones that have a 'fixed minimum aperture'.

4) Do your research on both the camera you want and the lenses. Read reviews about each item, not just on shopping sites, but from noted reviewers around the internet, too. Ken Rockwell, Digital Photography Review, etc. are good ways to see if the item you want is worth it or not. If you don't understand the numbers and advanced terminology in the reviews, don't fret; go to the conclusion and read their final thoughts.

Sorry I kind of rambled for a bit there... :o If you need clarification on anything, please feel free to ask! :D

[hfyffe@sky.com]

Hi, many thanks for the welcome and thanks to Elaine and Master PPV the advice on not falling for sales talk is really helpful. At the moment I use a Canon Powershot A630 (8 megapixels) I have been looking at reviews for the Canono EOS 1000D but there seems to be some confusion about the IS lens or non IS lens (which i really do not understand at the moment). But thanks to your advice I will go to the shop and have a feel of the camera for easy access to buttons etc. Thanks again.

Hazel

[brandiliner]

Hello everyone. I'm Brandi from South Louisiana where the mudbugs are super and the hospitality is great! I first off want to say that I owe everything to God - He is the reason I have life - a life to see the potential in my surroundings. He has given me the opportunity to become a student at Proud Photography! Ok, so moving on.... I love my family - 4 kids, 2 dogs, and of course my husband. Photography is a desire for me, I desire to make moments last; those timeless moments - that is what I do, so I named my photography business - Timeless Moments.

God bless!

[bernieheise]

Hi, I'm Bernie and I'm just getting going on this course - lesson 3. I think it's going to be great to really learn about how to use my new camera. I bought a Sony A330 DSLR about three weeks ago and have already been really happy with what the shots I've gotten on the Auto setting, but it will be fun to learn how to really use it. I learned a little bit about composition in school but nothing about cameras really.
Hope everyone is having fun - I'm anxious to get out and start taking pictures!

[MasterPpv]

Hi there! Good luck with the course! :) Glad to know you're enjoying your camera so far! :D

[fabbrat2003]

Hello everyone,
I just started the course really enjoying it on lesson 3 and having troubles with my shutter speed but getting it slowly I am new to photograpy and I really enjoy it.
Thank you,
Jennifer

[melarthur]

Hello everybody, This was a early Christmas present...I cant wait to get my first assignment back...

[edward53]

Hi everyone my name is Edward Cothey and i have just started my course although i have been taking photographs for years or should i say "snaps". Now I am retired i can really do it properly, I am a retired seaman now living on a farm raising Llamas, Bactrian Camels, Tibetan Yaks to name but a few. I would love to chat with other like minded people out there. I am a friendly sole.
Edward

[Kaye]

Hi Edward and welcome to Proud. You will find a nice friendly bunch of people here, so don't hesitate to ask any questions.
I look forward to some shots of your farm and the animals.

[edward53]

Thanks Kay we are under so much snow at the moment, I took a nice shot of one of my 9 dogs today so I'll post it.

[drsibaji]

Hi , I am Dr.Sibaji, from India.I want to share my photographs with the community members.I don't get enough time due to my busy schedule in my hospital

[Kaye]

Hi Dr. Sibaji, good to have you with us.
I look forward to some more of your shot when you have time.

[Beana]

Hi, I'm Sabrina. I just had my son at the end of January so trying to get some good pictures of him!

[edward53]

Congratulations, You will get some wonderful pictures of him. Ed

[beccas]

Hi everyone, I have not been photographing for very long, BUT I absolutely have always loved to "try" taking pictures. I am very excited about posting photos and learning!

[coffee]

Great to see all the new people. Welcome.

[damu]

Greetings to all from Dave. Newbie 101 April 2011. :cool:

[mingkywingky]

Hi Dave, welcome to the forum. Looking forward to seeing your posts.

[Kaye]

Welcome from me too Dave. Hope you enjoy the course and also look forward to some of your shots.
Feel free to post any questions along the way.

[andrewberry]

Been receiving the newsletter and just got round to joining the forum.

Looking forward to showing my images. Never done this before. Be critical but dont be nasty. LOL ;)

Andrew

[Kaye]

Hi Andrew and welcome. I look forward to some of your shots.

[guitaruben]

Hello my name is Ruben just joint it today, can't wait to start this course, loading some albums, my present camara is a Cannon D30 had it for over 6 years and still take beautiful photos

[Kaye]

Welcome Ruben, I am sure you will enjoy it here.

[helen]

Hi, I have just signed up for a course and am looking forward to starting it. This is also the first time I've ever posted anything in a forum - ever!

[Kaye]

Hi, I have just signed up for a course and am looking forward to starting it. This is also the first time I've ever posted anything in a forum - ever!

Hi Helen,
Welcome to Proud, the course and the forums. It is great to have new members joining all the time.

If this is your first post in a forum, you are doing really well. I presume you have signed up for the 'On-line Photography course' which you will enjoy and learn lots. You can also learn lots by posting some of your pics in the Forums in Photo Critique Corner under the specific category. We all post our shots here for feedback from others, so if you would like some feedback on your shots, please post away, and ask as many questions as you wish.

[nesstomo]

Hi All, My name is Vanessa and this is my first ever post I am on lesson 3 in the photography course and really enjoying it. I recieved my d90 for my 40th because I love taking photos so now I just want to learn how to take great photos. Looking forward to this journey with you all helping me along the way!:)
Thankyou!!

[Kaye]

Hi Vanessa,
Welcome... I am sure your will enjoy the forums and learn lots here as well as the course.
I also have a D90 so perhaps we can help each other on our journey. Please feel free to ask any questions, and I really look forward to some of your shots.

[judebak]

Hello, my name is Jude. I have recently retired and my wife and I have begun to travel a little. We took our first trip abroad last November and I was a little disappointed in a large number of the photos that I took. I hope to improve the quality of the photos I take so on our next trip we have a few more memorable photographs.

I have been taking pictures since I was about 10 years old, but still consider my photos to be snapshots more that a good photo. I just signed up today and have completed the first lesson. I look forward to completing the course and receiving constructive feedback from fellow photographers.

[Kaye]

Hello, my name is Jude. I have recently retired and my wife and I have begun to travel a little. We took our first trip abroad last November and I was a little disappointed in a large number of the photos that I took. I hope to improve the quality of the photos I take so on our next trip we have a few more memorable photographs.

I have been taking pictures since I was about 10 years old, but still consider my photos to be snapshots more that a good photo. I just signed up today and have completed the first lesson. I look forward to completing the course and receiving constructive feedback from fellow photographers.

Welcome aboard Jude. I am sure you will learn lots here and pick up many tips. I look forward to a few of your new shots soon.

[bellavita]

Hi, Everyone!

My name is Steffanie. I am looking forward to the course and learning from all of you as well. I have been taking pictures for a number of years but have decided to get more serious and try to take better pictures
more consistently. I really enjoy nature and travel photography, as well as portraits. Oh, okay, I think I like almost all photography, but nature is my favorite.

Looking forward to visiting with all of you,

Stef

[Kaye]

Hi Steffanie. I am sure you will enjoy it here and learn lots from both the course and the forums. I look forward to some of your shots.

[sverdloff]

Hi everyone,
Really looking forward to doing and completing the course.
Hopefully will be able to chat to others and help each other along the way

Matt

[Kaye]

Welcome Matt. I am sure you will enjoy the course.
Please feel free to start new threads and post some of your shots.

[merionace13]

Hi All, My name is Bill, my wife and I recently sold our home and downsized... Our children are in AZ and FL. Time now to travel, play golf and take photos. (Work in there some where as well....) I'm looking forward to taking the courses and improving my photography capabilities. Wish you all great success in your respective goals and endeavors with the same.

[judyg0313]

Welcome Bill. That's where my husband and I are in our life. I did the same. I just finished two of the courses on here and not only did I enjoy them tremendously, I really improved my photography. This forum is great and the members support each others efforts...I've really enjoyed the whole experience.

[Kaye]

Welcome Bill. I think Judy said it all above.
Look forward to some of your shots.