[RobS]

Hi,

I've been receiving the Shuttertalk newsletter for a while now and thought it was about time I took the plunge. I should say that this is my first experience of an online forum!

I've always had an interest in photography, but it's been mostly family and holiday snaps. I now have more time on my hands and am finding photography an incredibly absorbing and satisfying hobby. I wonder if I am alone though in feeling slightly overwhelmed at times by the pace of technical development. My old Nikkormat was pretty much the only camera I ever owned before my current DSLR and the 30 year old 50mm lens still works fine in the digital era. Thank you Nikon! I know that I am using only a fraction of my camera's capabilities and it's the same with Lightroom, which I am slowly getting to know, but maybe that's how it is for most people. The trick, I guess, is not to let the technology get in the way of just going out and taking pictures.

I'm really looking forward to joining in your discussions and taking advantage of all the experience out there.

Rob

[snaphappy]

Hi,

I've been receiving the Shuttertalk newsletter for a while now and thought it was about time I took the plunge. I should say that this is my first experience of an online forum!

I've always had an interest in photography, but it's been mostly family and holiday snaps. I now have more time on my hands and am finding photography an incredibly absorbing and satisfying hobby. I wonder if I am alone though in feeling slightly overwhelmed at times by the pace of technical development. My old Nikkormat was pretty much the only camera I ever owned before my current DSLR and the 30 year old 50mm lens still works fine in the digital era. Thank you Nikon! I know that I am using only a fraction of my camera's capabilities and it's the same with Lightroom, which I am slowly getting to know, but maybe that's how it is for most people. The trick, I guess, is not to let the technology get in the way of just going out and taking pictures.

I'm really looking forward to joining in your discussions and taking advantage of all the experience out there.

Rob

Hi Rob

Welcome to the forums. I have been here a year now and have learned so much. I class myself as a novice photographer, only getting my first dslr last year, a Canon 600D. I totally agree with you that technology should not get in the way, I am still learning about my camera.

with regards
Snaphappy

[Browser Mike]

Hi Rob,
It is also my first birthday on the forums, joined Sept 2013. I have just acquired my first DSLR (Nikon D3300 ). Previously used a " bridge " (Nikon P500 ).
From your observations of the forums you will be aware of the help and encouragement available from forum members. You will find them very willing to help and advise.
Welcome to the forums and most of all enjoy yourself.
Regards,
Mike.

[Barbara G.]

Hello and welcome on board!! Nice to meet you and have you with us!!

Glad you took the plunge!! Look forward to seeing your posts and pics when you are interested in taking some time to share!!

Please let us know if you have need of anything!