valleymiss Loc: Mississippi

I really don't have any to compare since I started late,but here are a couple I took earlier in February
and the last one is one I did today.

whitwethroated sparrow February


Today

photogrl57 Loc: Tennessee

Wow what a difference ... even if you did it on your own and not from these challenges ... excellent comparision hun .. pg 25

Janice Loc: Kentucky

wow - you learned fast!

valleymiss Loc: Mississippi

Hi,
Thank you both. I am learning guess I didn't know how to set my camera or something.. Anyway I thank all of you for helping me.
Best regards,
Bettie aka valleymiss

mgstrawn Loc: Atlanta, GA

I didn't have an opportunity to go back and search for comparison pictures, but you can be sure there is a huge difference in me since starting these challenges. I now look at photo opportunities with a whole different eye, armed with inspiration from all of the great photos that I have seen on this thread. I believe Patography expressed that point beautifully. Though l continue to shoot on 'Auto' so as not to miss any moments, I can see the day coming when I am fully comfortable to trust my new found knowledge. It helps to know that there are many professionals on this site who shoot on 'Auto' as well when they are involved in a face-paced or spontaneous situation. One of my favorite things to do on a trip is to put the camera in 'sports' mode and shoot interesting things along the way. Of course, this is while my Husband is driving! I was shooting some beautiful FLA clouds a couple of weekends ago, and noticed that the sky was 'blown out,' a term that I learned on the UHH site. Well, I put my camera on 'Program' mode, adjusted the exposure and ended up with some great photos! I wowed my Husband with my new skill! Thank you, Photogrl57, aka Sherrie, and all of you wonderful folks who frequent this thread!

Leaf Peeper Loc: Ferndale, WA

I second your sentiments, mgstrawn! I've been shooting in Auto mode mostly using the different settings for the appropriate shots, and I've wondered if I'm even qualified to submit my photos as I don't adjust my settings much. But after reading your comments, I feel much better about shooting in Auto mode knowing now that I can make adjustments to improve my shots even with my little limited Canon A620. Do I want to upgrade to a camera that allows me more options?? You bet I do!! But for now, I have to be content with what I have and, hopefully, be able to participate in at least some of these challenges. PG57 (Sherrie) has taught me so much and I've printed much of what she has written for further reference as she writes in a way that I can understand. Thanks to her and all the wonderful, generous-hearted photographers who frequent this site. What a blessing you all are! :thumbup:

mgstrawn Loc: Atlanta, GA

Leaf Peeper, often you will see the debate on UHH about shooting 'Manual' vs. 'Auto.' I forget who compared today's state of the art camera with a Lexus, but the point was that just like you wouldn't ignore all of the technology or luxury of a new car, why ignore the amazing automatic features that our camera's have? So while we should learn how to create with the manual features, there is no shame in using Auto! I agree!

photogrl57 Loc: Tennessee

Heck no there is no shame at all in auto ... In my opinion .. if you are photographing anything .. who cares how you go about it ... the important thing is that you cared enough to do it.
For the most part I prefer to shoot in P (program mode) it's exactly like shooting in full auto except the flash won't automatically come on in low light situations .... Just having the knowledge if and when we need it gives us the best possible outcome no matter what.

mgstrawn Loc: Atlanta, GA

And I wouldn't take anything for what I'm learning! :-D

Leaf Peeper Loc: Ferndale, WA

I appreciate the feedback and I'm going to play around with shooting more in Program mode. I do try to control my shots using the tools of my camera, but there is still much I need to learn and I've read so many times on this site to "know your camera!" So those are my marching orders for the time being. And I'm happy to know I can post my shots shamelessly. lol :lol:

photogrl57 Loc: Tennessee

:thumbup:

judy juul Loc: Cheshire, Ct.

Just want to say that I really enjoy all the personalities and photos shared! I feel that I have learned a lot about effective composition - Have a lot more to learn. Very happy to have all the help given so freely! Thanks to All!LOL

Janice Loc: Kentucky

excellent photograph!

judy juul Loc: Cheshire, Ct.

Thank you, Janice! Have a great day :lol: