A couple of weeks ago I took a week-long photography class in Manitou Springs, CO. Unfortunately, they didn’t own the magic wand to wave over me and make me a professional overnight. 
They did, however, have excellent instructors that could get me started on the track to better capturing the world around me and my fellow travelers in it. Because several people have asked to see some of my practice shots, I reluctantly oblige, but I still have a long ways to go!
Stop-action motion – shutter speed practice
Blurred motion – shutter speed practice (I’m putting a tripod on my Christmas list! Hand-holding this shot was quite the challenge…)
Depth of field – aperture practice
Warm colors, and more DOF/aperture practice (special thanks to my willing subject, Mr. Lego Guy, borrowed from a friend’s necklace)
Last week I went to a local park for more practice, and found this furry friend…
Love the fall colors right now!
