what a great thread

my tips
1. learn to us your camera as best as you can, be patient with yourself it does take time, the same applies with new lenses, it takes time to get the best of a new lens
2. learn to hold your camera steady
3. when time allows you, look at the whole viewfinder, check at the composition , look for distractions recompose to eliminate them
4. learn to use the histogram so you can quickly adjust and obtain the best exposition
5. read this forum , put your photos up for critique, imagine yourself taking shots even if you don't have your camera with you at that moment