I have two new exercises that I have completed...rocks and signs. There is no shortage of either of these two subjects all around. These are my favorite shots. The rocks I chose to do in black and white so I could work out the contrast issue. The signs look better with color. I still have an exercise to do in town 'at night' but we never seem to go in at night so that one is pending. I am not sure if I am getting anywhere with this but the book that I have: "Photography the art of composition" is full of seemingly endless excercises to hone ones skills. I am enjoying the effort anyway!!!