1st Attempt/Session with dSLR.

PROJECT:
Take a newbie (me) that has no idea how to take photographs. Next, grab an entry level Nikon d3100 with 18-55VR stock lens and set both to full manual. Then, try to take photographs and have the end result resemble what was in my mind when I clicked the button.

These would be my first attempt at taking a few pics with a digital SLR. shanethomas · 2011-07-04: 07:07

First attempts?! You did great! very lovely pictures! Welcome on PB! Eiram · 2011-07-05: 06:12

Welcome to the community Shane. These are a great first set. Look forward to seeing more of your work. SADHYA · 2011-07-05: 06:28

Thanks for the welcome and kind words guys. Just curious to see how much I can get out of a starter lens, keep it full manual and see what I can come up with. Enjoying the "limitation" of not upgrading the lens. Was difficult to get clean shots though; were taken through viewing windows and covered in hand prints and what not. shanethomas · 2011-07-05: 06:46

great first set!! you got the simples meerkat! hehe, no way are you a newbie you take great photos!! welcome to PB :) littemissriri · 2011-07-05: 07:58

I'm impressed already! Wonderful shots of zoo animals and the waterfalls are lovely. ArtBee · 2011-07-05: 08:08

Welcome to PB. I think you have a great project start here. karmankwarner · 2011-07-05: 12:04

welcome :) BlacKami · 2011-07-05: 18:05

Welcome mate! ????? · 2011-07-06: 13:21

Another great set :) Number 2!!! That pose just cracks me up, brilliant :) Paradoxigal · 2011-07-08: 09:51

Great shots Lynda · 2011-07-12: 10:10

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