New here and fairly new to photography

09/15/2010 08:41:32 AM · #1

I just joined and wanted to say hi. I am not a paid member yet but hope to be soon. I have learned a lot in the year and a half I have been interested in photography. Although the more I learn, the more I want a better camera. When I came across this site I was interested in learning more about photography. I took a look in the galleries and Wow! Amazing photos! So hello to you all. Hope to get to know some of you here and jump into some of these challenges real soon.

Panasonic Lumix G VARIO 12-35mm F2.8 ASPH Mega O.I.S

09/15/2010 08:44:56 AM · #2

Welcome!! Jump right on in, the waters ~~icy cold~~ just fine!

Actually, that's the best way to go about it -- jump right into challenges and don't let the score bother you. Compete just against yourself, and see if you can match/better your score each time. It's amazing what I've learned from shooting things that I wouldn't normally shoot. I mean, really! Who goes out a purposely photographs SPAM!?

wetland

Panasonic Lumix DMC GH3

09/15/2010 08:45:55 AM · #3

Welcome Savannah! This is a great community and I am sure you will find everyone willing to help, coach, and otherwise support you in any way they can. Looking forward to seeing your work and enjoy DPC!

Yo_Spiff

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

Olympus 12-100mm f/4.0 M.Zuiko ED IS PRO

09/15/2010 08:47:26 AM · #4

Welcome aboard, and to reiterate what Wendy said, don't take the scores too much to heart. Outside of the challenges, (which can be harsh at times), this is a very helpful online community.

FrankRobinson

Canon EOS-50D

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

09/15/2010 08:49:29 AM · #5

Hi!

Do take some time to dip into the 'tutorials' section under the 'learn' tab - there is great stuff in there on everything from how to create a nice border to how to do really tasty black and white conversions on your photos. Lots of knowledge.

Enjoy...

wingyisleeds

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

09/15/2010 08:54:57 AM · #6

Welcome aboard Savannah, enjoy the ride..you will never get off ;-)

Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM

09/15/2010 08:55:15 AM · #7

Thanks for the welcome. I was in a small friendly pet photo challenge and when I got reviews on my pictures it was a good way for me to learn what to do to better my work. :) So I welcome critics.

Cory

Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

09/15/2010 11:29:13 AM · #8

Originally posted by noel122308:

... So I welcome critics.

Good thing, this place is stuffed full of them :)

If you want to learn to take photos with huge popular appeal, this is a great place to be.

Welcome, have fun!

JustCaree

Canon EOS-1000D Rebel XS

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

09/15/2010 12:55:26 PM · #9

Welcome to the nuthouse!!!
Soon you will be as hooked as the rest of us!!

Art Roflmao

Canon EOS-6D Mark II

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

09/15/2010 01:00:31 PM · #10

Welcome, Savannah.

<-- this was supposed to be for

vawendy, but she opted to start winning ribbons right away, so I didn't feel like giving this to her.

IMO, one of the best ways to accelerate your learning is to start or jump into any one of the monthly or ongoing, informal side challenges.

Yo_Spiff

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

Olympus 12-100mm f/4.0 M.Zuiko ED IS PRO

09/15/2010 01:36:38 PM · #11

Just be aware what usually happens when you ask for editing help. If that makes no sense to you, just post something for others to edit.

Yo_Spiff

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

Olympus 12-100mm f/4.0 M.Zuiko ED IS PRO

09/15/2010 01:39:08 PM · #12

Originally posted by Art Roflmao:

but she opted to start winning ribbons right away, so I didn't feel like giving this to her.

Well, she actually held back about 2 months before letting loose on us with the bluebird militia.

Those bananas must be getting pretty ripe by now.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

09/15/2010 01:39:25 PM · #13

Originally posted by Art Roflmao:

Welcome, Savannah.
<-- this was supposed to be for vawendy, but she opted to start winning ribbons right away, so I didn't feel like giving this to her.

IMO, one of the best ways to accelerate your learning is to start or jump into any one of the monthly or ongoing, informal side challenges.

hahahahaha!!

Art Roflmao

Canon EOS-6D Mark II

09/15/2010 01:40:04 PM · #14

Originally posted by Yo_Spiff:

Those bananas must be getting pretty ripe by now.

They're all plastic and lead paint. I got a helluva deal from a Chinese supplier.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

09/15/2010 01:40:07 PM · #15

Originally posted by Yo_Spiff:

Originally posted by Art Roflmao:
but she opted to start winning ribbons right away, so I didn't feel like giving this to her.

Well, she actually held back about 2 months before letting loose on us with the bluebird militia.

Those bananas must be getting pretty ripe by now.

I think they're plastic fruit. Be careful when you bite into one!

snaffles

Nikon D7100

09/15/2010 03:23:48 PM · #16

Welcome Savannah! I really can't say anything that hasn't already been said. Jump in, splash around, have fun. Most of us are nice people who will gladly help you out. Feel free to look through the amazing portfolios here and yes, you will learn a ton about photography. Looking forward to seeing some of your work soon! :-)

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED VR

09/15/2010 03:26:27 PM · #17

Originally posted by Art Roflmao:

Originally posted by Yo_Spiff:
Those bananas must be getting pretty ripe by now.

They're all plastic and lead paint. I got a helluva deal from a Chinese supplier.

hmmmm... lead paint! Definitely don't bite into them.

Luci11e

Nikon D40

09/15/2010 04:00:52 PM · #18

:-) Welcome and have fun!

09/15/2010 07:10:25 PM · #19

Okay, so I put my feet in and it was definitely chilly. :p I was wondering, do I have to be a paid member in order to do any of the challenges?

09/15/2010 07:13:17 PM · #20

nope! You can enter one of the two challenges that are due on Tuesday. "that be pirates" or "Portrait with Chair". You can only chose one of the two. The challenges that are due on Sunday are for paying members only.

09/15/2010 07:17:42 PM · #21

What about the side challenges?

09/15/2010 07:23:59 PM · #22

anyone can do the side challenges -- free and open to all! (except you have to send me $50 for each picture you post to the side challenge :)

09/15/2010 07:29:45 PM · #23

Okay, so then I am lost about how to get photos on here. If I try to upload to my portfolio it tells me it's only for paid members. Am I missing something?

Oh and will Monopoly money be okay? ;)

09/15/2010 07:32:27 PM · #24

Originally posted by noel122308:

Okay, so then I am lost about how to get photos on here. If I try to upload to my portfolio it tells me it's only for paid members. Am I missing something?

Oh and will Monopoly money be okay? ;)

That's the rub -- you can't put them on here unless you're a member. Do you have a flickr account or anything? You can post a link to it.

no, monopoly money isn't good enough. I do accept gold, however. I think it's currently at $1300/oz. So just send me .038 ounces each time you post.