Is your photography evolving or stagnating? Often this is a difficult and personal question. But it is one worth discussing, I believe. Photography is an art form that allows us to capture moments, emotions and stories through a lens. As photographers, we strive to improve our skills and create images
There comes a point when every photographer will start to feel the need to do more and be better at their craft. This may be an uncomfortable time, but the desire to improve is crucial to sustaining creativity and professional life. However, how exactly do you achieve growth as a
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, it’s time for businesses to reflect on the lessons learned in 2023 and set ambitious yet achievable goals for 2024. Looking back on the successes and challenges of the past year provides valuable insights that can guide strategic planning and
To be able to go back through a lifetime of images is truly amazing. Sharing images lately in a community that I am in, made me stop to realize all of the incredible experiences I’ve had in my life. If you are ever questioning why you are creating more and
Be your own superhero, and I am not talking about running around with our underwear over tights (let’s face it NO ONE wants to see that on the average photographer) and a shiny cape saving the world. To me, there are everyday superheroes, who seem to be able to achieve
Every year, I see some photographers share their top 12 images from the previous year. Do you do this? I haven’t ever really done it for year-end but I have done it as part of mentorship programs I’ve been in. We all have a tendency to compare our own work
I’m sure you’ve seen them around on social media — the daily, weekly and monthly photography challenges that are out there. These challenges can be a great way to help you improve your photography. How? Focus on one subject By concentrating your efforts on a theme, you’ll spend your time
With the arrival of Earth Day, I thought it fitting to reflect on the role that nature has played in my photography career. I’m a self-taught photographer; a hobbyist that evolved into a small-business owner. But it was my love of nature that inspired me to first pick up a
This is an opinion piece that’s directed to all ages. Stop looking at your driver’s license or a calendar. Rather start looking to each other to learn and grow. Age is just a number I have seen myself go from being an upstart kid to a balding professional. But I
Style and specialty are frequent topics I’m asked about while teaching photography, and some of the hardest areas in which to give easy answers. While I have always taken these questions seriously, answering them feels like tap-dancing through a minefield. Specialty and style are uniquely personal to each artist; concepts
We have all lived this moment in our lives. When the dust starts to settle on your camera, or you haven’t even unpacked your gear from that photo-shoot you did one month ago. And don’t think the “pros” are immune to these feelings of inadequacy. Being a professional photographer does
I’ve been thinking about this photo tip for a while, mostly because I make it a habit to review my archive from years ago. As photographers who constantly practice and learn new things, it is natural for our sensibilities to evolve. What we thought looked good before may not today.
