pine cone

This photo underwent minor color adjustment and a frame was added.

Kinda grainy, most of my shots this outing turned out that way (low

light). Looks better smaller i believe..maybe I should make a

folder of stuff to be viewed small?

Please critique, your words of wisdom will help make me a better

photographer.

A very bold statement. Good strong composition.. it is a pitty the light was low, this would have been an outstanding picture had it been tack sharp.

Cheers!

I know, I love the smaller version of it. looks clean.

I also think part of the problem was the fact I was trying out the digital zoom on my camera (coolpix) combination low light and digital zoom...

ahhh...I have a whole folder of photos that look great small, possible some of my best. but larger...lacks so much.

cg

I think all you need is to eliminate the digital noise and tweek the contrast a bit... A tripod never hurts either :D

ok dave, I'm relatively new to PN, how did you make that look so sharp???!!

really?

I was trying to shrink the image to get rid of the noise...interesting...

Thanks, i've been researching for quite a while. Dreaming could be a better word. I'm looking for a midrange, dslr, such as the D70, or the XT. Since I already own a N75 w/2 lenses, it seems logical for me to choose the D70. Seems like a real solid camera. I've been to this site comparing different cameras, it is very informative.

Thanks!

I really appreciate you help!

cg

I've never really looked at any camera over the D70 and XT (basically the rebel only 8.1 mp and a few more features). You have piqued my curiosity though, Since it is still some time before I purchase I will take the time to look at some other models.

hm...

You never know...

Thanks for the advice, and as always, It is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

cg