Many thanks to each of you! I look forward to getting to know you and sharing in this great forum.

This is one of the few times I shot in Manual mode and I would love some feedback. This is my 15 month old on our short trip this past weekend. These photos are unedited with the exception of the black and white.

I have a Nikon D5100 and am looking to purchase a new lens with a reasonable budget. I currently have the kit lens and a f 3.5 55-200 zoom lens. I like to shoot anything from landscape to close-up nature. I also spend a lot of time shooting my 15 month old so something with a f stop around 2 would be ideal. Thank you for your comments and suggestions.

Hello! I've loved photography since I was a child and am so thankful for digital cameras! I take lots of photos and like to catch the magic moments. I shoot with a Nikon D5100 and am looking forward to learning from everyone. Thanks!

Father and child at sunset