SnapHappy Loc: SW Florida

Hi Sinatraman and thanks for the clarification. These shots are great and I enjoy the composition, patterns and perspectives. I enjoy taking shots from different angles for a more creative effect and emotional reaction. That's what I was trying for with these shots. What do you think?

Ringling house in Sarasota, FL


Hibiscus at the top of the bush

SnapHappy Loc: SW Florida

Hey NNB, that's a fab shot!! You're making me a fan of Elements, to be sure. As for the Mac, I'd have no other. Had to use an IBM computer at work and said "no more". The learning curve on a Mac is easy. No doubt in my mind you'd do great with one. Anyone who can take such photos can do anything!! I'll be sure to check out GM's site; thanks for the tip and encouragement. In the meantime, here's one I tweaked with iPhoto 9 (Contrast, Saturation, Definition, Sharpness).

Spoonbills at Myakka State Park, Sarasota, FL

sinatraman Loc: Vero Beach Florida, Earth,alpha quaudrant

Both are excellant. I love the architecture in the first shot and the flower shot from a bug's eye view is smomething we don't see very often. I HIGHLY recomend a book fro amphoto publishing "Learning to see creatively" by Bryan Peterson. It has expanded my horizons a hudred fold on subjects to shoot. Lately I have been exploring subjects at my feet such as potholes, cracked sidewalks and markings on pavement. :roll: I know its a little weird but they make great abstracts. Great book for motivating and discovering new subjects. Actually all his books are good "understanding exposure" is another must have.

SnapHappy Loc: SW Florida

Thanks for the compliments and the tip on the author. Good input is always appreciated. Yes, there's a whole world of interesting things to shoot all around us. Perspective is a wondrous thing, isn't it? I'm a rock hound and have begun shooting macros of my stones, just for fun.

amethyst cluster