In reply to Post #1300
Looking back towards snowdon

Just a few more photo's i've taken in the last couple of weeks..

I think this shot has been on the forum before. It is worth mentioning that on occasions an impromptu shot can surprise you. The lighting is natural the shading comes from natural sunlight filtering through a venetian blind and striking the flower. Would have been difficult to achieve this effect artificially.
The shot was grabbed using a hand held camera before the light went. In post production the background was blacked out to enhance the colour and a poster edge filter applied to bring out the texture of the flower.
Does go to show that having a camera to hand can pay dividends.

Having a quick brew in the garden this morning and this little blighter turned up around the pond. Took a few shots as he won't be around much longer as he and his mates have decided to move into the house. Edit Just noticed the basic Photoshop mistake with the bamboo. ho hum

Some shots taken using artificial lighting with the std lens.

Hand held 70-300mm at min focusing distance at around 75mm

If anybody is looking for a decent monthly photographic magazine, check out Digital SLR Photography.
Usually has a number good projects and is very strong in explaining and giving examples of using Photoshop.
Not a lot of advertising content. No matter what level you are at usually something new to consider

In reply to Post #1309
I bought the July issue and was very impressed with its mix of articlesfor new and experienced photographers

I know that not everybody is a fan of Photoshoped images but it does allow your imagination to roam a bit and give some interesting textures

In reply to Post #1312
Did you hear about the crash of one of them Red Arrows on their way back to base Dave?

In reply to Post #1313
yes i heard a couple of hours ago.
Just found out the pilot died shocking news