wow, well that's motivation to keep going. thanks so much!

thanks everyone for the feedback, taking notes as i read!
ALYN-not a problem, thanks for asking first!
momasos-I used the 55-300 lens.
Bobber- i think they aren't too bad for never having used a dslr before and knowing nothing about composition, etc. now that i'm getting into it i realize there's a lot more to it than just pushing the shutter and wouldn't have posted if i didn't want to improve the next batch :) thanks again!

just got the camera (Nikon d3100). still working with auto, reading and shooting everything I can. first non-point&shoot so critiques/advice appreciated. thanks!

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