Sandy Manwell's photostream  

I've always enjoyed taking pictures but started to really understand and enjoy photography after getting a Nikon D80 in December 2006. I had my D80 for four years and learned so much about the basics of photography while using it. I moved up to a Nikon D700 (swoon!) in December 2010 and look forward to learning how to use this new camera while continuing to advance my knowledge of photography.

I've found I have a particular interest in and fondness for nature photography. I am continually amazed at the beauty and detail of God's creation. In addition to what I learn about photography, I'm learning a tremendous amount about flowers, trees, plants, butterflies and dragonflies.

Thanks for visiting my profile and photostream. If you have some time, check out my "Interestingness" and "Favorites" sets to see a good summary of my shots.

“Some photographers take reality...and impose the domination of their own thought and spirit. Others come before reality more tenderly and a photograph to them is an instrument of love and revelation.” Ansel Adams

Equipment:
Nikon D700
AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G VR
AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR
AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D
AF Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D

Please don't use my photos without my permission. Also, I will block anyone who comments or faves who does not have any photos in their photostream available to me (or who has offensive content on their photostream).