Introduce Yourself!

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

Hey, welcome to the site! This thread is to introduce yourself to the rest of the community!

I’ll go first.

I am Rob Wood – the founder of Light Stalking. I got into photography because my mum was a very serious amateur photographer who was published in a few photography magazines when I was a kid. We even had a purpose built darkroom when I was young.

My first SLR was the Canon AE-1 and I continued taking photography courses through high school and learned all about working in a darkroom at that time (both school and home).

I always maintained a pretty strong interest in photography, but really started taking it seriously again when I combined my love of writing, photography and websites to build Light Stalking in 2009. At that point, I realised there was a LOT more to learn.

Anyway, scroll to the bottom of the page and introduce yourself!

Cheers,
Rob

PS – If you have any questions, they are probably answered in our FAQs.

[gordhandas]

Hi. I’m Kirit From the North of England. I have made the move From Windows to Linux and am getting to grips with using F/OSS for my photography. At present I am just getting to grips with Darktable. Just done my first serious attempt. Posted to my Flicker site

Regards

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

Good to have you here @gordhandas – You should post that in the Shark Tank – I think you would get some useful feedback.

[Patch4ves]

Hi I’m sure I was on this before, but have lost my username somehow. Very much an amateur.

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

Very possibly @patch4ves – We have been getting smashed by spammers so there may have been a little friendly fire. 🙁

SOrry, probably my fault.

[rufman]

hi,
my name is yossi, i am a hobbyist, trying to improve my photography skills.
my work can be found at rufmanphoto , hope you like my work.

[Dieter52]

I am Dieter. I am a Master Platinum Gold and Silversmith and Photography is my 2nd passion. I got into Photography trying to take photos of my own work whenever there was no time for a professional to take them. The digital age changed this and I am now taking all my own photos and more. I have not found the style i want to specialize as yet. I am using a Cannon EOS 700 D with a 50mm fixed ,a 18-55 and a 75-300 Lens.
What i am looking for is to somebody crit my photos so i can improve. I have by now thousands of photos and i don`t know which one is nice, special or exceptional.
The shark tank sounds just what i need.
Looking forward hearing all your criticism.

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

Well looks like you have found a specialty you want to improve it @dieter52 so that makes it a bit easier – see you in the tank!

[JeroenD]

Hi, I am Jeroen, a recently amateur photographer turned professional. I always loved design, visuals and photos, but never really took the time to develop one of those skills till early this year.

I’m still figuring this photography thing out, as I always am looking for ways to improve myself. Whether in actually taking the shot as well as in the business side of it. And the things I already figured out, I’m more than willing to share. 🙂

If you want to take a look at the stuff I did so far, you can check out my professional page on http://jeroendanckersfotografie.be/ or the travel photos on the blog of my girlfriend http://www.wanderersblues.be/.

I’m hoping to get inspired and inspire myself.

[rosielens]

Hi, I am Rosalie
Have re-discovered my love for photography. Had a Canon AE-1 in the 80’s. Recently moved to Taupo, New Zealand (a very scenic town with lake & mountains). Love the combination of Art and science in photography.

Hope to learn how to take (and process) better photos. Currently trying everything; food, scenes, wildlife, plants, activities…
Cheers

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

@rosielens – I miss my AE-1 🙁

[Richard]

I’m Richard from Florida USA, I purchased my first camera in 1977 it was a Pentax K1000 that I still have but I been out of photography since 1995. I recently decided to get back into it again but being it’s all digital now it’s much like starting all over for me so I consider myself an amateur, my new camera is a Pentax K3 and I’m still trying to learn all of its bells and whistles.

I’m hoping I can pick up some tips and techniques in the forums so I’ll probably be doing more reading then I will writing at first.

Sap59

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

@sap59 – Don’t be so shy 😉

[SusanM]

Hi, I’m Susan from WA state. I’ve enjoyed photography for most of my life but began to take it seriously about 10 years ago. Then about a year ago, I began to take it VERY seriously! 🙂 My passion is macro floral – primarily in my studio. Post processing is of great interest to me, as well. I’m a self-taught (so far) amateur. So happy to be here!

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

Good to have you here @susanm 🙂

[raksha22]

Hi Am Raksha Sharma. Am a nature lover and this ineterest brought me photography. Since last two years started learning.I have Nikon 3200 .

Wnat to improve my photography and look forward to the inputs from the group members.

Happy to be part of this group.

Thanks

[Tersha]

Welcome, @raksha22 …. plenty of nature lovers here!

[lmmcguirenh]

Hi,

My name is Lara. I live in New Hampshire, USA. I’m a hobbyist looking to improve my photography. I’m always looking to learn and have a lot to learn!

[Tersha]

Hi Lara, @lmmcguirenh, and welcome to Light Stalking.

[Frederick]

Hi,
My name is Frederick (fred). I live in Georgetown Texas and I don’t carry a gun. Most of my shooting is with cameras although I do like to visit the pistol range- helps focus. My real hobby is photography. I have been following this site but somehow I dropped out of the system. I have always gotten emails but I couldn’t log in. I really enjoy Lightstalking and I hope to learn and contribute more in the future.

[Tersha]

Hi Fred, @frederick, glad you’ve gotten back into the system, be great to see some of your work.

[Marco]

hi, I’m Marco from Milan (italy). Photography is an hobby of mine but I would like to improve my skills and I am looking for honest feedback about my works.

[Tersha]

Hi Marco, @marco-barzaghi, and welcome to Light Stalking ….. you’ll find good honest feedback in the Shark Tank!

[MARIALEX]

HI MY NAME IS ALEXANDRA I’M FROM CARACAS VENEZUELA. I LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY I THINK IT IS A WAY TO EXPRESS YOUR SELF. I FIRST START TAKING PICTURES WITH MY FATHER’S CAMERA A KODAK THEN HE GIVE ME A CANON AV-1 FOR CHRISTMAS, BEST PRESENT EVER. I BEEN TAKING PHOTOGRAPH SINCE 1978 I THINK BUT JUST AS A HOOBY, BUT LATELY I BEEN GETTING THE DISIRE OF IMPROVE, TO TAKE BETTER PICTURES, TO GIVE THEM A WHOLE NEW LEVEL, GIVE THEM MORE MEANING. I DON’T KNOW HOW EXPLAINED VERY WELL SINCE MY ENGLISH IS NOT VERY GOOD. THE THING IS THAT I THINK MY PICTURES HAVE SOME LACK OF DEEPNESS, THEY ARE PICTURES OF ONE DIMINSION.

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

GOOD TO HAVE YOU HERE MARIALEX!

😉

[welby]

I’m Welby. I shoot with a Panasonic GX7 mirrorless. I live in and roam the deserts of Arizona. Photography is only a hobby for me, but it’s quite rewarding to be good at a hobby. Looking forward to giving & receiving valuable feedback – thanks!

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

Oh no, a mirrorless shooter!! 😉

Great place for photography though @welby 🙂

[welby]

Ha! I suspect there’s a couple more DSLM shooters out there.

[Rob Wood (Admin)]

You can redeem yourself by posting some shots in the landscape forum, @welby 😉

[patchious]

Hello , My Name is Riyaz ,( on line name Patchious ) I am from South India , I have been into serious photography for about 4 yrs now .My 1st camera was an intel web cam that my dad had bought during my college days some where in the 90’s 🙂 , later I bought my self a sony H1 , and now own a Canon 60D. I started to really get in to photography with my Canon. Its a hobby that stays among the top of my hobby list . I like mostly all genre of photography but kinda inclined to street photography and black and whites .I keep posting shots on my blog ( I don’t know if I am allowed to give the link here ). I know need to improve a lot and looking for some feed backs that I can improve my skills .

[Tersha]

Hi @patchious, and welcome to Light Stalking, be great to see some of your work, find a forum and start posting! ….. feel free to post the link to your blog.

[NickD73]

Hi I’m Nick professional tiler from UK..love photography but really just a beginner love to learn more

[Tersha]

Hi @nickd73, beginners very welcome, jump in and learn!

[Yeoh Chee Weng]

I’m Yeoh, just registered. Photography has been a hobby since my schooldays, did not take it seriously until I retired. Now that I’ve the time I am enthusiastic to improve by reading widely, watching video tutorials on post editing, submitting photos for critiques and looking at the professional works of art for creative ideas and inspiration.

[vr2much4i]

Hi,
I am Dr. Vasim Shaikh.
I am a doctor by profession.
As far as I remember, I loved taking photos even when I was a kid. I don’t exactly remember the camera I had back then, maybe it was a Yashika.
The first camera I bought was a Samsung point and shoot.
Since last year I have taken up the hobby seriously, learning about it, joining forums, etc. I have a Canon 1000D with 18-55mm lens and a 50 mm 1.8 prime lens.
There is no specific genre of photography that I like but I do some macro, landscape, portraits and street. I am limited by my lens for wildlife. I am looking forward to upgrade my camera soon.
I am looking for some constructive criticism for my photos. So I m here.
See u all around.

[Lawson]

Hello ,
My name is Lawson McCulloch and I am retired and live in Musselburgh, which is a small town outside Edinburgh, Scotland.
I took up photography about 15 years ago, a hobby which I truly love with my main interest being B/W and HDR, although I enjoy looking at all styles of photography.
I use a Sony NEX-7 mainly because it is nice and easy to carry around.I have over the years been in several forums but get so fed up with star chasers etc. I would like honest critique to allow me to learn and improve my photography.

[allison55]

Hello,

I’m Allison. I have a really strong interest in Photography, but I admit I do need to set more time aside for it. My interest in photography started a while back. I used to watch America’s Next Top Model, not for the reality show drama, but for the photo shoot portion of the show. This was back in high school. I then went on and joined the yearbook committee to learn the basics of operating a camera. Now I’m currently in school full time, I just earned my Associates in Photography/Television, and I’m furthering my education at a 4-year college to earn a BFA. My dream is to one day have my own studio. I know I need work as far as post production goes (I know pretty much the need to know basics), but I’d also like constructive criticism for my photos as well.

[Devin Cheek]

Hello Everyone! My name is Devin. I’m a mechanical engineer who loves photography. I got into photography about a year and half ago when I bought I Sony NEX5T for a trip to Europe. I’ve fallen in love with this hobby every since and I’m eager to learn and grow. I now shoot with a Sony A6000 and love this mirrorless setup.

[Waynej]

Hi All! My name is Wayne. I’ve had the photo bug since childhood. Now that I’m retired, I have the time to really explore the hobby. Love landscape and nature photography.

[nomi811]

Hi! My name is Nomi. I’m trying to turn my photography hobby into an income producing business. I love the creative aspects, but hate the marketing. I’m hoping to learn much from this site. Thanks!

[katerinat]

Hi,My name is katerina, i am from Grece, a recently amateur photographer trying to improve my photography skills. I’m hoping to learn much from this site. Thanks!

[Mike E]

Hello,

I like to shoot photos.

[jmichaelm41]

Michael here. From SW Virgina in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Absolutely love photography, especially involving structures, abandoned and otherwise, from the past. My trusty Nikon DSLR and assorted gear was replaced with the Panasonic GX7 and (what a great camera) the Fuji X100t. My arms and back are most happy with those changes. Glad to join the group to learn and share,

[aine60]

Hi, I’m Ann, here to learn. I’m an amateur trying to improve both photography and photoshop skills. Mostly using a Pentax K5.

[raulpc]

Hello
I’m Raul, from Lisbon, Portugal. I consider myself a professional amateur photographer. But I make a living as architect and teacher.
I only shoot with analogue cameras, all formats, 35mm, medium format,and large format 4×5 and 8×10. Have my own home lab, where I develop my negatives and print them the tradional way.
And here to watch photography and share information and stay in touch…

[Fischerdedog]

Hi,

I am David, from Colorado, USA. My wife and I are retirees checking off bucket list travel items. I ditched my point and shoot in 2008 after a trip to Alaska highlighted it’s shortcomings. Bought a Nikon film camera used, but switched to DSLR in 2011, a D300. Currently using a D600 and a D810 (brand new to me) for wildlife, primarily. My go-to lens is 80-400mm, but I take a 600mm for special situations. I am clueless on computers and in post-processing, and look forward to improving most there. There should be plenty of information in all areas for me here at Light Stalking.

My last trip was to Rocky Mountain National Park for the elk mating season. (:>)!!

[Judi Marie]

Hello, I am Judi. Very much an amateur with a love for “capturing the memory”, Slowly filling my Camera bag and gaining knowledge to my recently new found hobby!

[thomsonj1]

Hi,

My name is Jeanine Thomson. I am very new to photography and I love macro work! Looking forward to learning more@

[quantumone]

Hi
I live in the Forest of Bowland in the north of England. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world. I love photography and am keen to capture the beauty that surrounds me. The more I read and investigate the more I realise there is so much more to learn.
Anne

[idul.choliq]

Hi, I’m Idul, 50 y.o from Jakarta Indonesia.

I got into photography because I did not have any activities that interest me, all my activities and work already boring and uninteresting and at this time I’m look for activities that can refresh my life.
My first camera was Olympus mju zoom panorama bought in 1995 and I used approximately 3 years and finally I forget because of busy in daily work. My second camera is nikon d5200 that I bought in 2013, after trying how to operate/use it, I felt desperate because they can not produce an image that I want (this is not nikon fault! but because of my fools and ignorance). This year I gave a birthday present to myself FUJIFILM X-t1 kit plus 14, 27, 35 prime and 55-200 zoom. I hope with the new gear I can explore and try to make some photographs and I can get my passion again… I want my life back!

[katerinat]

Hello Everyone! My name is Katerina. I am from Greece,Crete. I got into photography about a year and half ago when I bought NikonD600 f0r a travel. I’ve fallen in love with this hobby every since and I’m eager to learn and grow.

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