hmmmmm. how can I add to the great points already stated? I can't really. However let me put it this way. I have been a member of the photography forum since March of 2003. I have posted a few images in the gallery, just for the heck of it. The "rankings" don't mean that much to me, although I do appreciate people looking at my stuff and commenting whether good or bad. the biggest reason that I am still on this site is to learn. Now how does one learn? For me, a lot of the times by making mistakes and having someone help you learn by them. Now I'm smart enough to know that MOST of the folks on here mean well when they rip an image to shreds critique wise. Also, they will heap praise on an image if they think it worthy of such. realizing this at the outset, I've thouroughly enjoyed every visit I've made to this website as you Douglas will in time. That is because whether candy coated or just plain raw, a lot of the critiques that I have asked for, have helped me learn a little bit more about shooting a decent picture. So kick your shoes off, relax and welcome to the chaos that is the photography forum!
Jack