This section contains a book list and links to some of the best photography related web sites that I have frequented at one time or another

Web Communities Devoted to Photography
Digital Photography Review - This is the most popular photography website in the world. They have detailed camera reviews and some very lively discussion forums. Want to know what equiptment to buy follow the forums
Fred Miranda - This site is where the pros hang out.
The Strobist - Deals with photojournalism with an emphasis on location lighting. I belong to San Diego Strobist.
Rob Galbraith Digital Photography Insights - Lots of good information here. This site is frequented by professional photographers.
Equipment Review Sites
Digital Photography Review (Camera Reviews) - Arguably the most comprehensive camera reviews on the web.
Digital Photography Review (Lens Reviews) - Thorough testing with a comparison tool.
Photo Zone Reviews - A large selections of quality lens reviews.
SLR Gear Reviews - Comprehensive reviews of a large selection of lenses and accessories.
Photodo - Professional lens reviews blended with user reviews.
ePhotoZine - This is a UK publication with lots of good information.
Tutorials and Lessons
The Strobist, Lighting 101 - The complete guide for using portable flashes for location lighting.
Monte Zucker (RIP)- Monte was one of the best. Fortunately for us, Monte has left behind some excellent material covering what he learned about portraiture over his many years of practice. Peruse this site if for no other reason than to see the craftsmanship of a master photographer.
The Zeltsman Approach to Traditional Classic Portraiture - Joe Zeltsman is a first rate photographer making traditional classic portraiture. His system may seem outdated to some, but not to me.
Chuck Gardner's photography and lighting tutorials - Chuck has created some excellent tutorials that explain the theory behind lighting. He can be found on dpreview.com from time to time, though I think he hangs out at fredmiranda.com these days.
Cambridge in Colour - Lots of good tutorials here for novice to advanced.
Shanzcan - There are some good Photoshop tutorials at this unique site.
lynda.com - lynda.com has world acclaim for their tutorials. This is a paid service that I have not personally used.

Project 365 - Geting Started

Project 365 is an attempt to shoot a photograph every day for 365 days. My Day 1 is January 14, 2009.

I have enjoyed taking pictures since I was a teenager. Started out with 35 mm black and white film, color slides and color film. My first digital camera was a Sony DSC55. Last year purchased a NIKON DSLR camera, flash and lens.Took the jump to start a picture-a-day portfolio. Taking pictures for 365 consecutive days seems like a challenging task. You're invited to follow along and enjoy the journey with me. http://havens.zenfolio.com/f688306345 . I hope to document my year through my eyes while creatively improving my photography skills and rekindling the joy of photography.

'My' ground rules, to keep me on track:
1. Image does not have to be 'masterpiece' but an opportunity to search down deep to be creative.
2. Shoot an image every day.
3. Failing that use an image from a day or 2 either side of 'the' day.
4. List new pictures weekly or more often.
5. Have FUN!

There's loads I've probably already forgotten, but here's some creative examples I can think of for now:

Photo 'type':
- Landscape
- Portrait
- Macro
- Night shot
- Long exposure
- Abstract
- Panned shot/motion blur
- Silhouette

Style/Design (as suggested in 'Learning to See Creatively' by Bryan Peterson):
- Line
- Shape
- Form (i.e. shape with 3 dimensions)
- Texture
- Pattern
- ColorSubject
- Candid portrait/street photograph
- Sports
- Public event
- Nature
- Reflection
- Birds In Flight