Some nice images there Pentaxophile! As an occasional Leamington Spa resident I'm especially enamoured with the Jephson Gardens shots.

I listen to music most of the time whilst on the computer, at the moment it is the Gaslight Anthem album The '59 Sound.

Incidentally I think music can complement photography very well, as can spoken word. I normally like the audio slideshows on the BBC News in pictures section a lot, I think it works most of the time.

I love chrome, it's really stripped down so you don't have all the guff you never really use on IE and to a lesser extent firefox. the add ons are usually handy and easy to manage as well.

It's easy to switch back if you don't like it

I think the coulours just work really well for #6.

I love both 4 and 5 - Maybe I should try that composition out!

Not so keen on the softer look in 2, I think the sharper detail in 3 is nicer but that's just me I guess. Great shots though.

Oh also if anyone has any favourite imaging software I'd love some recommendations, I'm hoping to not have to fork out for anything when there must be a good open source version!

Hi all, I'm new to both Pentax and SLR. Upgraded from a decent compact after finding it so inadequate at speed, low light and general customisability. Invested in a K-r with the 2 lens kit, including the 50-200mm lens. I had dreams of getting a couple more lenses, maybe a 50mm low aperture for portraits and a very wide angle for some city shots. Sadly I just don't have the cash, but I'd be grateful for any advice about budget lenses and/or places to look out for deals in the future.

Went with Pentax because you seem to get a lot more for your money and I'm on a bit of a budget at the moment (or as budget as you can be and actually own a DSLR), plus it just felt right in my hands compared to the plasticy low end Canons.

I'm from York which is a beautiful place for out and about photography, and I write for a student paper, so hopefully get some sports photography and the odd portrait shot for interviews printed in there eventually.

Anyway just thought I'd say hello!