Eveline

I will think about it and get back to you.

Eveline

I agree. Most of us want a way to evaluate photographs, try a new creative idea or learn a new technique.

AL-Digital Loc: Alabama

OK, I have read the book and it is more like 70 thoughts about Photography but here is my #1 Read your manual.

I have read my manual front to back . Here is a link to a pdf for the Canon T3I / D600 User Manual and quick ref.
Manual
http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/0/0300004720/02/eosrt3i-eos600d-im2-c-en.pdf
Quick ref
http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/1/0300004721/01/eosrt3i-eos600d-qg-en.pdf

Brenda IS Scottish Loc: GOLDEN Colorado

Did you learn anything new about your camera that you didn't know before you read the manual? Learn anything new?

BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA

I'm sorry, Kitty. I know you are doing a good thing for any, but I think I just wasted a few bucks on a rehash of lessons learned on this forum and some basic prior knowledge. I wish you luck in the future as you help others with the task of improving their photographic skills. I know I need improvement, but I don't think this is the path for me.

AL-Digital Loc: Alabama

Yes I did, I learn how to access the quick menus and set manual settings faster. I also learned the possible options that my camera has for these settings. I also learned things my camera will not do like Multi Exposures.

I think I will be reading the manula several more times over the coming months.
Thanks
AL

AL-Digital Loc: Alabama

OK I have worked on putting a list together of things for me to work on based on some of the lessons from the book. The first twenty listed below.
Thanks
Al

1. Read the Manual -
a. Read Manual - Complete

2. Get off Automatic. Take a set of Pictures using just Manual mode.


3. Try Something new
a. Do some Macro Photo- Buy Extension tubes.

4. Get the right Perspective-
a. Take shots of a subject for several perspective and document and discuss
Which ones are better.

5. Compensate for the full Sun and Snow.
a. Take Photo in Bright sun and lower exposure. 2/3 and ther 1 fstop

6. Beauty is in the eye of the Photographer.
a. Shoot something you find pretty that others may not

7. Share your photographs not your mess ups
a. Ente photo contest. Post pics on line

8. Never Leave your Camera Home
a. Get a low cost backup camera to take with you

9. Stormy? Great.
a. Take some shots during a rainy day but be safe.

10. Buy some better glass.
a. Research lenses and make a list and priorities some purchases.

11. Use Fast Bursts
a. Take so Burst Photos of Grandkids sporting events.

12. Develop a portfolio
a. Get prints made of some of my best works and hang a couple up

13. Get Advice
a. Post some pics on UHH and ask for critic

14. Be active
a. Fined a local Photog club and join

15. Your gear is just gear.
a. Not sure.

16. Find your strengths
a. Work on Landscapes and Macro Photos.

17. The Best Brand.
a. I chose Canon -

18. Preserve your Photographs.
a. Need to setup backups. Already have 3 Terabyte drives need to backup and give Family member for safe keeping.

19. Break the rules.
a. Just keep an open mind.

20. Focus on your subject
a. Go on shoot and look for a subject right it down and then review photos to see if you captured the subject well.

Eveline

Don't quit Mogul. Suggest a couple of books that would work so we can all learn.

seahorsey Loc: Ocala, FL

I see that alot of people were not impressed with this first read...I am still interested in keeping the idea of the book club going so we can compare notes, and help others improve our photography. Since I am not a pro...I wouldn't be as timid about sharing and asking questions...gotta start somewhere, this looks like a great idea...Thank you.

Brenda IS Scottish Loc: GOLDEN Colorado

Mogul, we had to start somewhere, and I figured an easy read was the best place to start. Do you have any areas of interest that you would like the club to cover?

BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA

Kitty, thanks for your response. I left the web site of an interesting article on exposure on your other thread. I think the idea of using resources that are available free on line is a great way to get a lot of people involved. I have done some research on a number of subjects with articles that might be suitable. I'll try to compile a list of a few and PM them to you. If I don't have to buy materials, I will probably hang around for a while.

Country's Mama Loc: Michigan

I don't know how much time I am going to have for reading this summer, but I would like to participate as time allows.

PhotoGator Loc: Florida

I read 27 so call lessons. I am upset you arbitrarily chose a book which happens to be pure public knowledge.
We need books that will teach techniques to improve our photography. I suggested to you practical books with real content and educational value, not tips.
If this is going to be at your sole discretion then I have better things to do with my time and money.

PhotoGator Loc: Florida

I bought the book, read 27 of the so called lessons, returned for a refund.

Mogul, will appeal to you a club in which we agree on the book before hand? I will like to create a club to share lessons on techniques which we will apply, ask questions, post comments and finally post images resulting from what was learned.
Your input is appreciated. Our club will be Applied Photo Techniques.

Brenda IS Scottish Loc: GOLDEN Colorado

I have suggested in almost ALL my posts for people to send in book suggestions for us to read. A book club is only as good as its members are, so instead of all the negativity, why don't you find a book or two you would like to cover and let me know and I can add it to the list of books I'm setting up.