Bruce - absolutely. One must do the work and I believe I have said earlier I really won't know what I like when I like it until I begin to print. (wow, too many "I's".. )

The point of this thread was a simple inquiry to what other's might have experienced, nothing more. I rarely follow the crowd, especially in photography. But in an area where I am completely new to, I listen and look with a trained ear and eye to advance my knowledge.

You are right, experience will be the best teacher.