I trust you class yourself among the 'proper photographers', David. A lovely set of photographs, well composed and well executed, thankyou for posting them.
I don't class myself as a 'proper' photographer when you see the results in OG or VS. I am generally happy with the composition but if I could afford OEM lenses, then I could get the images a bit crisper. (Afford means convincing my wife that £1000 spent on one lens is an essential purchase). Still it's a hobby and if you are happy, then I am happy. Thanks.