Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 10:57PM 
Here is another way to simplify and isolate a subject. Use a long lens set at a wide aperture. This allows your subject to stand out against a soft background. In this case the shallow depth of field still defines the branches but so softly that the image is not confusing. Instead, it is interesting and has a certain abstract quality.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 10:19PM 
Sometimes a simple subject can be interesting. No clutter, no confusion about what is important in the shot. A rainy day and a wet leaf on a granite bench might be all you need for an attention getting image.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 8:17PM 
Good to have your wife, or someone, shoot you now and then. It may come in handy for promo.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 9:42PM 
Keep going back to that favorite nature spot and you will be rewarded. Today, Hanna Park served up a wonderful setting of Red-winged Blackbirds in a bed of reeds.
Monday, February 6, 2012 at 8:05PM 
Visit the new Theme Gallery which features images from the Amelia Island seashore and the Fernandina Beach waterfront.