I would not classify myself as an artist or a photographer. I enjoy learning about new things, and photography is my latest interest. I have spent too much time buying different filters and lenses, and now just need to learn how to use them. My concern was that my D80 did not have the capabilities of the nicer and newer cameras. I'm over that. I will continue to experiment with different compositions and techniques until I think my skill is good enough to warrant a new camera. After all, it was Ansel Adams that said, "A good photography is knowing where to stand".