A really big thank you

[Dorsetshaun]

Tonight someone chose my picture as 1st place winner in the latest forum photo competition.
This website has done one thing that golf and work hasn't done, given me something to smile about and something to encourage me to carry on with what i enjoy.
I have entered 4 competitions..
The very first competition the picture, well we shall forget about it!! it was when i first had the camera!!
the next 3, i have come first in..
There is only one thank you to give, that's to all the people on this forum, the ones that post in the competition, yes the ones that i look forward to receiving comments from..
What do i use that's special... Well nothing, i have a basic 1000d camera with a standard lens, i do use a standard 75-300mm, found on ebay for £35, i don't really use photoshop, apart from cropping and sharpening, so what is my secret?
I look for a photo...
I look for a photo for my friends on here, you have encouraged me to do something that i want to really enjoy, i look forward to the competitions every fortnight. so thank you
Thank you
Thank you my friends

Dorset Shaun

[hhcanon]

Re: A really big thank you

Thats what its all about mate-encouraging others and offering sound useful advice. Well done you for winning the comps.

[Muscat]

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Well done Shaun, encouraging others and having fun as HH said is what it is all about

[katokid]

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Very well done Shaun. Just seeing pics other people take has me learning something everyday.

[mikep]

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Have you been drinking?

Really nice sentiments, and a testament to what this forum is all about IMHO.

I've entered quite a few comps, and have come no-where so far, but I find it encouraging looking at all the shots and I gain inspiration from the many who take part! Obviously I'd like to be a winner, but it's about enjoying something, and learning, both of which I think we all do!

Well done, Shaun.

all the best, Mike.

[vdzande]

Re: A really big thank you

Ready for the Oscars! ;)

[Dorsetshaun]

Re: A really big thank you

Have you been drinking?

Reading it back, i must admit it looks like it!!

[Hereford_EOS2]

Re: A really big thank you

Well done Dorset Shaun, a worthy winner.

[tesarver]

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That is what this forum is all about. Congrats again for the win and a keen photographic eye.

Tom

[DeeGee]

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Very well done Shaun. Just seeing pics other people take has me learning something everyday.

Same here.

[raymon]

Re: A really big thank you

Hi Shaun, nice sentiments about the forum, you obviously have a good eye for opertunity, this does not come with the amount of money we spend on our gear so very well done.

Ray