Hello ....

[Goldy]

Hello everyone,
I’ve been a long-term happy snapper, but now wish to understand the photography process in a little more detail. My equipment is pretty basic a Nikon Coolpix and Canon DSLR putting them and me to the test through an on-line photography course in an attempt to move me out of auto mode!

I’d like to take advantage of this online community to improve my photography skills albeit with a little trepidation at this stage.

[Mark L]

G'day Goldy, welcome to a good place to help you learn.
Don't be afraid to ask questions and make comments on others photos.
So there is this in the library that may explain things a bit more simply than the course you're doing ..... http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/showlibrary.php?title=Indexes:New_To_Photography_Book
And never to late to join in the weekly mwmbers challenge to give you so themes to photograph as you learn .... http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/forumdisplay.php?190-Member-Challenges-52-2015

Enjoy the photographic journey and see you around AP hopefully.:th3:

[ricktas]

Welcome to AP. We don't bite, so pull your chair in, and join right in, show us some photos, ask some questions, give other members your thoughts too, on their photos and discussions.

[Kym]

:gday: & Welcome to AP!
- lets see some photos in the main CC forums (http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/forumdisplay.php?5) maybe try a competition or 2 and have fun!

[Goldy]

Thank you I will check out both links...

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Thank you.. a bit daunting but just posted my first photo!

[ameerat42]

Hi Goldy.
Nahh! Nothing to worry about. You'll be right.
Am.

[bitsnpieces]

Welcome Goldy and really, Auto mode can be very useful at times so don't stress so much about it. :)

[Goldy]

think it's way too soon, but have entered one anyway! really appreciating the encouragement...

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Thank you, as I really keep feeling it's a cop out flicking to auto as I'm scared of missing a shot!

Having said that, there have been times where I've thought at least I captured a great moment... even if it wasn't perfect, so comforting comment at this stage!

[BronBronBron]

welcome :)