Hello I am a fairly new photographer and am looking for someone who would be willing to help me out. I am looking for two different types of help.
One help is purely web based. This would be someone who checks the forums (or their email) fairly frequently who wouldn't mind spending a few minutes every few days looking at my recent photos and offering advice, or simply answering a quick question I was somehow unable to answer on my own via the POTN forums or Google/Wiki. I do not feel justified making a topic for every little question I have, particularly as sometimes I realize they are very small, simple things that will likely not benfit other members, or would create an insignificant topic another new photographer would be unlikely to find.
Currently, while I have a solid grasp of the basics (aperture, s-speed, ISO) and how they work together, but am sometimes unsure how to arrange them appropriately for good effect. I also occasionally have questions on topics such as selecting interesting subjects, and learning to see a composition before the lens is raised. Many of my questions could be answered by simply looking at a couple pictures on Flickr.
My other interest is in a hands-on mentor. If you live in the Fredericksburg, VA area and are interested in sharing your expertise in a hands-on manner, please contact me. I am a 24 year old male, working M-F 7-4. I am mostly interested in shooting people, but would be willing to join with anyone who is experienced enough that they have something they could teach me. I am willing to also help out as an assistant to earn my keep and show my gratitude, while learning.
