I just read Alpha's post regarding the "POTW" and the "Leading Lines Challenge" !!! Man, i don't know why, i always start to go to a forum at the end of the month and miss out!! (sorry for the ramble) I have a question, how many (of us) use a pencil when we go to shoot? I mean, as artist, practically everything that we create begins as an idea on paper. When i paint or even sculpt, i sketch it out first. In my limited venture into photography i find I jot notes, scribble out ideas for composition, list out elements Ill need for a montage Does anyone else do this or have I become anal retentive with a good grip!!