Wow, my second ever Journal entry. Things are coming along for me here at dA. I think I've learnt a few things along the way. I've been especially inspired by the wealth of talent at my fingertips. There is of course so much more I want to know and understand. I see things and I say "I want to do that, now!".

I'm still using a Canon A1. I'm getting to really like that camera. Could it be that my affection for my gear is proportional to the success of my efforts? I do know the value of a decent lens. That simple upgrade has made a huge difference. There's so much more I want to do with my 35mm but I think the reality of processing is becoming a real hindrance. The lure of pure RAW from a 40D directly to my PC grows stronger everyday.

The latest few deviations I've been uploading are from a recent trip to S.E. Asia; Thailand, Laos and Cambodia specifically. An awesome trip with so many opportunities for breathtaking shots. My burgeoning amatureness of course meant that a few of these were lost, but I did manage to pull a couple off that have shown me what can happen when you get it right.

I'm lucky enough that Nonie continues to let me shoot her allowing me to learn so much. Especially about setting a shot up as opposed to the candidness I'm used to. Nonie's expressive talent provides such broad scope bringing otherwise ordinary captures to life. Where would we be without a pliable muse?

Be well,
~jr