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Yours Truly on the West Highland Way half way between Kinlochleven and Fort William in Inverness-Shire.

Conor in Sepia Lith Effect

Conor in Sepia Lith Effect
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

This is my Grandson!

I've done some serious doctoring on this one to give it a lith effect! Hope you like it.

Happy Family

Happy Family
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

Lisa & Michael with Conor on the floor.

Pepsi !

Pepsi !
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

This sign was inside a shop window in Tetbury and I thought it would make a good sepia print!

Strange Flower

Strange Flower
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

I saw this weird flower in my girlfriend's garden today! Not sure what type it is! :-)

Bridge Reflections

Bridge Reflections
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

Bridge over the Avon at Bidford upon Avon.

Long Boat Reflections

Long Boat Reflections
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

Long Boats reflected in the River Avon at last light at Bidford upon Avon, The Frog Pub in the background, used to be called the Frog & Bulrush!

Old Bridge near Loch Ness at Whitebridge

Old Bridge near Loch Ness at Whitebridge
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

This is an old disused bridge over a burn which flows into Loch Ness.

European Eagle Owl

European Eagle Owl
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

My girlfriend took this shot of this little guy at the Burghley Show on 25 May 09 near Stamford in Lincs.

Uploaded by BlueSoul97 on 25 May 09, 6.40PM BST.

Old Wooden Fence decayed

Old Wooden Fence decayed
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

I was walking along the Grantham Canal near 'The Dirty Duck' at Woolsthorpe when I spotted this old decayed fence, I thought it would make a good black and white.

Uploaded by BlueSoul97 on 14 Jul 09, 8.32PM BST.

Weird Building

I believe that this is part of Nottingham University!

Wilts & Glostershire Standard

Wilts & Glostershire Standard building which looks almost exactly as it did originally even down to the sign. I've been told it looks like it was taken 100 years ago!

Old Water Pump in Tetbury

An old fashioned water pump in the back garden of the cottage we were staying in in Tetbury in Gloucestershire last weekend.

12 Common Digital Photography Mistakes

12 Common Digital Photography Mistakes

With digital cameras at their most affordable, anybody can be a photographer these days. Problem is, it takes more than a camera to take good pictures.

It takes a certain eye, a way of seeing things, to take pictures that make people go "Wow!". Fortunately, it can be learned. And the more you practice, the better you'll get.

If you're interested in becoming a good digital photographer, I recommend the "Shoot Digital Pics Like the Pros," a free report.

Start by taking a look at these most common mistakes people make when taking digital pictures:

1. Not knowing your camera

If you never read your digital camera's manual and learn its features and how to use them, you won't be able to make the most of it.

2. Not using a tripod

Tripods allow you to take the sharpest pictures even in low light. Use one as often as possible.

3. Not giving the camera time to focus

Digital cameras need time to properly focus and get the right exposure. It can take a fraction of a second or a couple of seconds. Account for this when taking pictures.

4. Relying too much on zoom

Using the camera's zoom feature makes the picture grainier. Get as close to the subject as possible.

5. Taking pictures against the light

This makes the subject dark and the background too bright.

6. Relying too much on the flash

Natural light gives the best pictures, so use it as much as possible. Flash tends to make images look harsh.

7. Not taking enough pictures

It's almost impossible to take the perfect shot at one try, so take many pictures. With digital photography, this doesn't cost you extra. Try different angles and compositions.

8. Always putting the subject dead center

Learn the rule of thirds in composition, and you'll have more interesting pictures.

9. Forgetting to check the horizon

When taking pictures with the horizon showing, make sure it's level.

10. Selecting a low-resolution setting

Your camera will allow you to select different resolutions. Don't be tempted to choose a low resolution just to save on memory space. Instead, buy additional memory for your camera and always take your pictures in high resolution.

11. Trying to take too much

Don't try to include too many things in one picture, such as people and scenery. A picture is more effective when it's focused on a single subject.

12. Not using the camera

You'll never know when a good photo op will come up, so have your camera with you at all times.

It may seem like a lot to think about, but with practice, these things will become second nature.

For those who want to learn even more digital photography techniques, check out the free report, "Shoot Digital Pics Like the Pros." It's a short but info-filled guide that will have you shooting digital pictures like a pro in no time.

Find out more about "Shoot Digital Pics Like the Pros" here:
www.learndigitalphotographynow.com

The Sun Outside Your Window!

This was taken at sunset from my kitchen window!

Stone Wall Fence Post

Stone Wall Fence Post
Originally uploaded by BlueSoul97

I saw this near Arbor Low and thought it would make a good monochrome!

Playhouse Mirror!

This was taken outside the bar at the Playhouse Theatre in Nottingham! Interesting effect!

Mapperley Sun

This was taken last night (23 Jun 09) I was just driving into Magdala Road, Mapperley Park, Nottingham and was confronted with this sight! I just had to stop and shoot!

Wheelbarrow at Arbor Low

This was taken just down the hill from the Ancient Stone Circle at Arbor Low in the Derbyshire peak District.

Sunburst at Holme Pierrepoint

This sunburst was at Holme Pierrepoint in Nottingham, near the National Water Sports Centre, I think the structure is called the sluice or sluices? Not sure!

Unknown Flower

I shot this in my g/f's garden and she told me what it was but I can't remember! and now it's too late to ask her as she's gone to sleep! Hey Ho! Maybe someone can tell me?

Split Tree in Monochrome

This tree (a pear tree) appears to have been split down the middle, perhaps by lightening but is still alive and growing!

Matlock Bath Bridge

Bridge Reflected in the Derwent at Matlock Bath in White Peak Area of the Peak District in Derbyshire.

Crooked Spire, Chesterfield

This was taken on request from Fotolibra, they are looking for a picture to put on the OS Map of Chesterfield and Alfreton. This picture can be bought here.

Canoeist at Farndon at Sunset

Here again I was at Farndon near Newark taking some sunset pictures when this canoeist came surging by, it was a lucky shot and I think makes the overall effect look quite good.

Aggressive Swan on Denton reservoir

I was at Denton Reservoir near Grantham in Lincolnshire taking pictures of the beautiful sunset when this guy shot across my bows and it was too good an opportunity to miss!

Hough on The Hill Sunrise

This was a beautiful sunrise very close to Hough on the Hill which is near Barkstone, Grantham in Lincolnshire, it was a misty autumn morning and I think I managed to catch the mood just right! This picture is also for sale and can be bought here.

Newark Castle at Night

A night shot of Newark Castle in Nottingham Shire at night taken in early winter in November. This picture is also for sale and can be bought here.

This was originally a coloured picture of an old tree which stands near the Grantham Canal in Lincolnshire. I thought it looked more bleak in monochrome with a blue filter. This is also shown on Flickr here it can also be bought here.

My First Photo for sale

This picture was taken at Waihi Beach in New Zealand and shows a solitary figure watching the sun rise, it's been displayed on Flickr here I've also now started selling some of my better pictures and they can be bought here this is a new venture for me and I'm waiting to see how it goes.