I'm trying to break through the barrier between casual and serious amateur photography. I'm finding it hard (with no formal training) to produce great photos. I never realized how complex it all is. Its much more than point and shoot. There are factors such as lighting, composition, framing, bracketing, camera ISO, apperture, exposure time, andn even more! All I can do is take pictures that I like, because in the end, that is all that matters. I am always open to constructive criticism and advice to improve my photography.