Introduce Yourself

[MichelleW]

I've been sort of lurking and sneaking in to threads for a while now. Figure a few of you may be wondering about me. So, let's get the obvious out of the way. I'm Michelle, I live in Spokane, Washington and I love photography.

Now for the not-so-obvious. I'm 26, work for Wal-Mart (yes, I know, the evil Wally World), live with my mother, her fiance and two cats that I take way too many pictures of. I'm not thrilled about the living arrangement, but when I had to leave university due to lack of money, going "home" seemed prudent. At college, I was a crazy person, working toward a double major, double minor (majors were maths and English, minors psychology and computer science). Money ran out about six months before I could have graduated. Bummer.

But, on the plus side, leaving school has allowed me to find a new passion. My best friend got me a D40 with the kit lens for my birthday in July last year. Since then, the camera's become an extension of my arm. Taking pictures is something I do now to de-stress. I just hop in the car and go drive around, snapping anything that catches my fancy.

I came to DPS to improve my skills so someone else might get some enjoyment out of my photos as well. It seems like a great environment to learn in. Everyone I've spoken to so far is supportive and offering words of encouragement as well as ways to improve. Thank you all for the kind words. I really feel at home here.

[Wonderwall]

My name is Kismet and I from India- love to take pictures and decided it's time to really LEARN everything I can about photography, so here I am.

[akiso]

My name is Alan, I live in Long Beach Ca. my experience in photography is mostly film using a Nikon N50, so far my digital photos have been from an Olympus C4000. I just got a Nikon D80.

While I am introducing myself I would like some advice on how exactly to submit images, I tried to submit one earlier today directly from my PC, can it be done, if not how do you have a tutorial on how?

[zorro123]

Originally Posted by MichelleW

Wow! Is it my imagination or do you have a LOT of gear for someone new to digital? Did you use film pretty extensively before? I'm sure I'm not the only one in awe of your equipment for someone who's new to this. Lens envy from me, that's for sure

I bought a canon TLB when I was 19 years old. I still have it as a matter of fact. I used to take a lot of pics, some years more than others. But I really have no camera savy at all. I just decided to spend some hard earned money and go all out. I just bought a DVD on the D700 and was blown away with what this camera can do. I just hope I get to use half of what this camera is capable of. Thanks for reply and interest, I think i might like this DPS.

[Scratch]

Pennsylvania, USA here....retired US Army; amateur photographer from way back; love those Roman ruins and Dutch windmills. Looking to desert photography this summer vacation in Nevada. Started with a 35mm Fujica ST801 and now roll with Nikon digital D70s and D300 with several lenses - in fact I just ordered the ProOptic 500mm and hope to use it on vacation. Also shoot with a Sony DSC10 P&S and Canon Vixia video camera...if I can see it I want to record it. I enjoy basketball and woodworking.

[GwenieThePooh]

Originally Posted by MichelleW

I've been sort of lurking and sneaking in to threads for a while now. Figure a few of you may be wondering about me. So, let's get the obvious out of the way. I'm Michelle, I live in Spokane, Washington and I love photography. .

Hi Michelle, I was in Marysville, Washington visiting my nephew for the first time visiting Washington State when the biggest storm hit the last year. We couldn't make it in time for our train back home because the road was really bad and we had to fly back the next day. But I love the state for the little scene I've seen and planning on going back this summer. So, Welcome to DPS!

[mizuno]

Hello All.

New to the Forum. Always wanted to pick up photography as a hobby but never had the time. Trying to make the time now.
So I picked up a Canon Rebel XSi a couple weeks ago. It came with an EF-S18-55mm IS lense and an EF75-300 f/4-5.6 III USM lense.
At this point I have mainly used the automatic setting for the camera. I have experimented a little with some modes. I'm hoping to find good resources to develop my photo skills.
So any suggestions are welcome.

[MichelleW]

Originally Posted by GwenieThePooh

Hi Michelle, I was in Marysville, Washington visiting my nephew for the first time visiting Washington State when the biggest storm hit the last year. We couldn't make it in time for our train back home because the road was really bad and we had to fly back the next day. But I love the state for the little scene I've seen and planning on going back this summer. So, Welcome to DPS!

Thanks Gwen! Marysville area is gorgeous. I miss the coast. Was over there for a few months last year. So sad when I had to leave and come back to the eastern side of the state. Everything that side of the Cascades is lush, green and gorgeous. Over here, the only thing green is sagebrush

[Hockey-whino]

Hey, My name is Kurt. I've been an artist most my life until family/ kids/ life got too busy and I found myself without any time to do my artwork (mostly pen and inks). Recently my creative juices have been flowing (still no time), I decided to venture into photography. For the last 6 months I have been toying around with the camera in the auto modes, and now I am learning to use the creative modes.

Desperately trying to learn and use the creative modes....

I have a Canon EOS XT, 18-55mm lens, 70-300mm lens, and a camera bag... pretty much it.

Looking forward to learning and being inspired by everyone here.

[CapturingLife]

Hello all,
My name is Danica, I'm a 19 year old intermediate photographer.
I've loved taking pictures since I was 3. Though my technique and photography skills have changed quite a bit since then (thank God), I still have the same love for photography.

Due to finances, or lack thereof, I still have a point and shoot.
I use a Canon Powershot SD1000, and have been trying to get the best quality that I can out of it.
My dream 'next step' camera is a Canon Rebel XSI. Still working towards saving up and praying for one.

Though I have already done pictures for a relative's wedding, and a friend's business conference, I still feel like a newbie at times. I'm getting there.
I've started doing portraits for family and friends. -Family pictures, Seniors pictures, Engagement pictures, a Bridal shower, and a wedding this Summer.
I'm excited to start doing photography as a business.
(Any tips or suggestions would be great!)

I appreciate DPS so much, because they have tips for everything I had questions for.
I don't have to search the internet for hours, or scour my library's selection of photography books for the information I need. It's all here.

Thanks so much Darren, for starting this.
And thank you to everyone else who is keeping DPS running. I appreciate it BEYOND words!