Reply To: Looking for advice!

[Loke]

Take it off Auto, start by playing Aperture Only or whatever…and then go to Manual once you are comfortable. Photography is still about light and composition. Also remember, opinions are like a-holes everyone has them. If photography makes you happy and you continually learn and get inspired by other photogs and artists and try new things while learning the “rules” then who cares!? #2..don’t come here for real constructive criticism…other than a few gracious photogs, most are gonna be here to criticize..after all, even though this site is funny…..it is about making fun of other people…….go to http://digital-photography-school.com/..free advice, good people over there…..I’ve been shooting for five years now (though I have over 12 years graphic design and 20+ years painting, drawing, etc….. ) and I still go there to read on new tips and advice. I’m a member of NPPA had my portfolio evaluated by an editor at the LA Times..gave great tips and made me feel pretty happy with my work (I am completely self taught)  and STILL….. I do stuff that makes ME and my clients happy.