Wow. Just logged in to notice this overwhelming wave of attention. Unfortunately, I will not have time to respond to you all, not today at least, but I really do appreciate your comments/feedback/questions etc. Bring 'em on.
For now I can respond vaguely on my technique:
I have little or no clue on the tecnical aspects of photography, I was jsut handed a camera when I was assigned to a "pr position in the Norwegian Army", three years ago; these days, I can't even remember the name of the camera. :)
So, there you go, I am not the man for a discussion on the finer points of ISO.
Generally I take a lot of pictures; and some end up right :)