- Before the Protest Against Protests, someone recognized me and even called me by my Internet handle. I don’t recall seeing him at a previous shoot, though he may have seen me.
- Record Store Day at Sonic Boom was the first event where Nifty (50mm lens) and Jane (35mm lens) really worked as a tag team. The resulting set would have been shortchanged if I had used only one of those lenses. Having said that, remembering to bring earplugs would have improved my overall experience. Ergo, I’ve packed one pair in my camera bag for similar situations in the future.
- At that same shoot, my regular camera battery almost ran out of juice; before it died, I replaced it with my spare battery. Without it, I would have missed shots like this one (shot with Nifty):
Andrew Scott of Sloan - I recently contemplated a smartphone purchase (i.e. BlackBerry or iPhone) due to my highly active Twitter account. However, this would not have been wise due to my current lack of steady income; my monthly expenses would have increased by at least $56.50. Also, buying the phone outright would have cost me at least $549.99! I could probably purchase more camera gear with that money.
- Speaking of my Twitter account, there’s a reason I haven’t been posting too many individual pictures here. I’m now likely to post them to my Yfrog account, especially if I shot them with my point-and-shoot camera. Heck, I didn’t even post the last few that I shot with Nicky, but you can find them at that same Yfrog page. You can also find older shots at my TwitPic account.
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April 19, 2010
Bits And Pieces
Apart from my Flickr set posts, it’s been slow here at He Shoots… It’s not for a lack of trying; I’ve had a few ideas which ultimately weren’t worth posting full blog entries. However, in order to prove that the rumours of my death are greatly exaggerated, here are a few bits and pieces of what’s been happening with me.
April 01, 2010
It's Paid For
Earlier this morning, I logged into my online bank account and did something I didn’t think would be done so relatively quickly. That’s right, I eliminated my camera-related debt.
When I last took stock of my camera-related purchases, the total cost was $1,285.35 including taxes. I’ve since bought a few more items which I’ve listed below. All purchases were made at Downtown Camera; prices exclude taxes.
When I last took stock of my camera-related purchases, the total cost was $1,285.35 including taxes. I’ve since bought a few more items which I’ve listed below. All purchases were made at Downtown Camera; prices exclude taxes.
- Nikon EN-EL9 battery: $79.99
- Lambency flash diffuser: $39.99 (discounted to $27.99)
- Manfrotto Tripod Kit – 190XBD legs + 804RC2 3-way head: $199.99
- Tripod bag: $24.99
- Sto-Fen flash diffuser: $31.99 (discounted to $28.79)
- Nikon 35mm f1.8G DX lens: $275.00
- Hoya 52mm UV filter: $19.99 (discounted to $17.99)
- SanDisk Ultra 4GB memory card: $29.99
With taxes, these purchases total $773.74. Combined with the earlier total of $1,285.35, the total amount of money I’ve spent on camera gear is a whopping $2,059.09!
Thankfully, as of this morning, it’s all paid for. I feel no need to purchase additional gear; what I have right now satisfies my current needs.February 12, 2010
Pump Up The Giambrone
I took photos at Adam Giambrone’s launch party for his Toronto mayoral campaign last week. I wanted to get a shot of him standing with his partner, Sarah McQuarrie, but I wasn’t able to do so. However, I did photograph them together at the end of Adam’s speech; here are two examples below.
As everyone in Toronto (and maybe beyond) knows by now, Mr. Giambrone thought that big pimpin’ was the better way. However, this entry’s focus isn’t the scandal per se, but its effect on my photos, particularly the above two.
Exhibit A: my Flickr stats immediately after the scandal broke. Trust me, these numbers were nowhere near what they were on February 9th and 10th.
Stats from February 9th.
Stats from February 10th.
Exhibit B: as of the scandal, these photos have currently been featured in eight articles at sites like The Globe and Mail, True/Slant and Spacing. They could end up in even more places before Toronto’s mayoral race is over.
See what happens when you accurately tag your photos (and use the right Creative Commons license)? Let this serve as more proof that there is more to the presentation of your photos than merely editing and uploading them.
As everyone in Toronto (and maybe beyond) knows by now, Mr. Giambrone thought that big pimpin’ was the better way. However, this entry’s focus isn’t the scandal per se, but its effect on my photos, particularly the above two.
Exhibit A: my Flickr stats immediately after the scandal broke. Trust me, these numbers were nowhere near what they were on February 9th and 10th.
Stats from February 9th.
Stats from February 10th.
Exhibit B: as of the scandal, these photos have currently been featured in eight articles at sites like The Globe and Mail, True/Slant and Spacing. They could end up in even more places before Toronto’s mayoral race is over.
See what happens when you accurately tag your photos (and use the right Creative Commons license)? Let this serve as more proof that there is more to the presentation of your photos than merely editing and uploading them.
February 02, 2010
More Is Less
Last year, I posted photo albums which contained a lot of photos. Jully Black’s Cavalcade Of Lights concert instantly springs to mind; I kept 102 photos from that set (out of 300-something). In retrospect, that number was too high, but uploading that many photos seemed like a good idea at the time.
Recently, however, my mentality has changed. Starting with the WinterCity shoots, my strategy has been to shoot as many good photographs as possible without uploading all of them. What this means is that I’m now more judicious in editing and deleting photos than I was last year. For example, I took almost 100 photos at yesterday night’s campaign launch for Adam Giambrone, but I only uploaded 26 of them. It shouldn’t take one hour (or even thirty minutes) to go through one of my Flickr photo albums, unless the corresponding event has a large scope like Nuit Blanche.
The days of hundred-photo uploads are over. I look forward to measuring my turnaround time in minutes, not hours.
Recently, however, my mentality has changed. Starting with the WinterCity shoots, my strategy has been to shoot as many good photographs as possible without uploading all of them. What this means is that I’m now more judicious in editing and deleting photos than I was last year. For example, I took almost 100 photos at yesterday night’s campaign launch for Adam Giambrone, but I only uploaded 26 of them. It shouldn’t take one hour (or even thirty minutes) to go through one of my Flickr photo albums, unless the corresponding event has a large scope like Nuit Blanche.
The days of hundred-photo uploads are over. I look forward to measuring my turnaround time in minutes, not hours.
January 18, 2010
Falling Slowly
Lately, it’s been slow here at He Shoots… I haven’t lost my will to take photographs; it’s just that there haven’t been too many events which I thought I could photograph. Worse, last year’s subway incident has made me even more hesitant in photographing events with strangers in attendance. However, weather permitting, I’m pretty sure that one of my next shoots will be the Bloor-Yorkville Ice Fest next month.
This doesn’t mean that I haven’t been out and about; au contraire, thanks to my Digital Cleanse, I’ve been seeking more opportunities to enjoy what Toronto has to offer. For example, I attended a Pillow Fight League event last week; I had a blast watching women fight each other while swinging pillows. Mind you, the intermission was a sad reminder of my inability to break into mutually exclusive clique circles, but it didn’t ruin my night by any means.
This Thursday evening, I’ll have another chance to have a fun night without any assistance from Nicky. I’ll be attending ING Direct’s Meet and Tweet at the Darkhorse Espresso Bar. I did some recon last week on the venue; it looks as if I’ll need to learn how to break the ice with strangers if I’m going to enjoy myself.
This doesn’t mean that I haven’t been out and about; au contraire, thanks to my Digital Cleanse, I’ve been seeking more opportunities to enjoy what Toronto has to offer. For example, I attended a Pillow Fight League event last week; I had a blast watching women fight each other while swinging pillows. Mind you, the intermission was a sad reminder of my inability to break into mutually exclusive clique circles, but it didn’t ruin my night by any means.
This Thursday evening, I’ll have another chance to have a fun night without any assistance from Nicky. I’ll be attending ING Direct’s Meet and Tweet at the Darkhorse Espresso Bar. I did some recon last week on the venue; it looks as if I’ll need to learn how to break the ice with strangers if I’m going to enjoy myself.
December 22, 2009
Help, I Shot Myself!
For the longest time, I've been promising to change my Twitter profile picture. I've previously been stymied by a lack of desire and laziness, but after I came back from choir practice earlier tonight, I decided to go for it.
For reasons which I didn't initially anticipate, shooting myself took a bit longer than I thought. For example, I didn't think that focusing would be a big issue, but I must have taken at least fifteen blurred photographs of myself before I started seeing progress. Keep in mind that my 50mm lens doesn't autofocus on my D60, but even if I was using my autofocus-enabled kit lens, I still would have used the manual focus. In a situation like this where the photographer is also the subject, I can't rely on autofocus to make me look sharp.
Once I got the focus right, I had to try different aperture and shutter speed combinations in order to get the right exposure. On top of that, my pose had to be such that I didn't end up embarrassing myself. Not that I was going to upload this photo to a dating website, but you never know who will look at your Twitter page. For example, I won't mention names, but three famous people started following my Twitter account in the past few days.
After what must have been at least thirty minutes of experimentation plus a few more minutes of Photoshop tweaks (just lighting, nothing else!), here's my current Twitter picture.
Except for the hat, I wore this outfit to choir practice. Bonus tidbit: I got the shirt at Club Monaco for nineteen dollars. ;-)
For reasons which I didn't initially anticipate, shooting myself took a bit longer than I thought. For example, I didn't think that focusing would be a big issue, but I must have taken at least fifteen blurred photographs of myself before I started seeing progress. Keep in mind that my 50mm lens doesn't autofocus on my D60, but even if I was using my autofocus-enabled kit lens, I still would have used the manual focus. In a situation like this where the photographer is also the subject, I can't rely on autofocus to make me look sharp.
Once I got the focus right, I had to try different aperture and shutter speed combinations in order to get the right exposure. On top of that, my pose had to be such that I didn't end up embarrassing myself. Not that I was going to upload this photo to a dating website, but you never know who will look at your Twitter page. For example, I won't mention names, but three famous people started following my Twitter account in the past few days.
After what must have been at least thirty minutes of experimentation plus a few more minutes of Photoshop tweaks (just lighting, nothing else!), here's my current Twitter picture.
Except for the hat, I wore this outfit to choir practice. Bonus tidbit: I got the shirt at Club Monaco for nineteen dollars. ;-)
Integrating Facebook And Flickr
Other than the recent addition of one fan, the Facebook page for He Shoots... hasn't been getting much love. That's hardly a complaint; even the son of God had to begin his earthly life as a baby. Just sayin'...
Yesterday night, I sought to better integrate my Facebook and Flickr pages, eventually settling upon an application called Flickr Tab. It puts a tab in your Facebook profile where your Flickr photos are displayed. This is an especially useful tool for me since I no longer upload my photos to Facebook. Unfortunately, I ran into a few hiccups upon my initial attempt because the program didn't link to my Flickr profile. Upon a second try earlier today, however, it's fulfilling its purpose.
You can now see my Flickr photos from this blog's Facebook page.
Yesterday night, I sought to better integrate my Facebook and Flickr pages, eventually settling upon an application called Flickr Tab. It puts a tab in your Facebook profile where your Flickr photos are displayed. This is an especially useful tool for me since I no longer upload my photos to Facebook. Unfortunately, I ran into a few hiccups upon my initial attempt because the program didn't link to my Flickr profile. Upon a second try earlier today, however, it's fulfilling its purpose.
You can now see my Flickr photos from this blog's Facebook page.
No More Flickr Features
A few minutes ago, I was looking for a Flickr photograph to feature at this blog. I usually search the most recent uploads and pick the first one which catches my eye (and is available to be deeplinked). Unfortunately, even though my SafeSearch filter is on, a few NSFW images sometimes slip through the cracks. Since they probably haven't been marked as adult content yet, they manage to appear in the queue.
I won't get into details, but thanks to seeing a pornographic image, I've just decided to stop featuring Flickr photos (other than my own) until further notice.
For the record, despite any assumptions you may have about the male population, I've never been nor will I ever be a fan of pornography.
I won't get into details, but thanks to seeing a pornographic image, I've just decided to stop featuring Flickr photos (other than my own) until further notice.
For the record, despite any assumptions you may have about the male population, I've never been nor will I ever be a fan of pornography.
October 30, 2009
Thank God For Freedom
The title comes from the fact that Freedom Clothing Collective just gave me a shout, plus they've been good allies ever since our initial introduction.
This entry isn't about them, though. :-P
I just wanted to share this DJ Hero video interview with DJ Jazzy Jeff, who recently released He's The King, I'm The DJ, his Michael Jackson tribute mix. There's a particularly inspiring section starting near the fourteenth minute, where he talks about his relationship with Will Smith (a.k.a. The Fresh Prince) and how far they've come since their "dream session."
This entry isn't about them, though. :-P
I just wanted to share this DJ Hero video interview with DJ Jazzy Jeff, who recently released He's The King, I'm The DJ, his Michael Jackson tribute mix. There's a particularly inspiring section starting near the fourteenth minute, where he talks about his relationship with Will Smith (a.k.a. The Fresh Prince) and how far they've come since their "dream session."
October 26, 2009
Yesterday's Decision
Once again, I attempted to upload my photos from Thrill The World Toronto to this blog's Facebook page yesterday afternoon. Unfortunately, the upload failed just like it did early yesterday morning. At that point, I decided to stop uploading pictures to Facebook.
Before yesterday, I previously considered halting Facebook uploads due to the extra work and the fact that my pictures look slightly worse there. There was also the problem of failed uploads, although this sometimes also happens at my Flickr page. Even with that disadvantage, Flickr lets me do much more with my photos than Facebook ever will (e.g. tagging, licensing, titling, etc...). Considering my long-term goals, it's much more advantageous for me to halt a redundant and problem-laden process. I'd rather devote my resources to a useful one.
Before yesterday, I previously considered halting Facebook uploads due to the extra work and the fact that my pictures look slightly worse there. There was also the problem of failed uploads, although this sometimes also happens at my Flickr page. Even with that disadvantage, Flickr lets me do much more with my photos than Facebook ever will (e.g. tagging, licensing, titling, etc...). Considering my long-term goals, it's much more advantageous for me to halt a redundant and problem-laden process. I'd rather devote my resources to a useful one.
October 21, 2009
The RAW Deal
As you know, I've been shooting individual photos in RAW lately. Given the ongoing debate between RAW vs JPEG photography, it was worth getting my feet wet with a few shots. Alas, RAW photography isn't everything that it's cracked up to be - at least, not with my current software.
Before you start throwing tomatoes at me, let me explain the reasoning behind my conclusion. After I download a RAW image to my PC, I convert it to DNG format using Adobe's free Digital Negative Converter. Next, I open the DNG file in Photoshop Elements 4.0 and make the necessary changes before finally saving the file as a JPEG. Keep in mind that upon initially opening the DNG file, a window opens where I can make changes which don't subtract from the quality of the file. This is a clear advantage over editing a JPEG file, where every edit takes away from its quality.
Unfortunately for me, the advantages end here. Since there is no direct option in Elements 4.0 to save a DNG as a JPEG, I have to work around that issue by saving for the web. Even though I always save it as a maximum-quality JPEG, my dpi is sharply reduced to 96. That's a very low value compared to the 300 that a normal JPEG gives me and the 240 in a DNG file.
The disadvantages don't stop there, neither. When I upload a 96-dpi JPEG to Flickr, no properties (things like ISO, aperture and whatnot) are available for viewing. I'm all about details when it comes to my work; I simply cannot accept the fact that the information behind any photograph is invisible. I might as well keep it on my PC instead of uploading it.
Having said all of that, there is one way that I can work around these problems: use the in-camera editing software on the RAW file, then save it as a JPEG for further editing. Even with this extra step, I retain my 300-dpi advantage. Going forward, this is only way that I'll be shooting and processing RAW files...at least, until I get software that doesn't strip information from photographs.
Before you start throwing tomatoes at me, let me explain the reasoning behind my conclusion. After I download a RAW image to my PC, I convert it to DNG format using Adobe's free Digital Negative Converter. Next, I open the DNG file in Photoshop Elements 4.0 and make the necessary changes before finally saving the file as a JPEG. Keep in mind that upon initially opening the DNG file, a window opens where I can make changes which don't subtract from the quality of the file. This is a clear advantage over editing a JPEG file, where every edit takes away from its quality.
Unfortunately for me, the advantages end here. Since there is no direct option in Elements 4.0 to save a DNG as a JPEG, I have to work around that issue by saving for the web. Even though I always save it as a maximum-quality JPEG, my dpi is sharply reduced to 96. That's a very low value compared to the 300 that a normal JPEG gives me and the 240 in a DNG file.
The disadvantages don't stop there, neither. When I upload a 96-dpi JPEG to Flickr, no properties (things like ISO, aperture and whatnot) are available for viewing. I'm all about details when it comes to my work; I simply cannot accept the fact that the information behind any photograph is invisible. I might as well keep it on my PC instead of uploading it.
Having said all of that, there is one way that I can work around these problems: use the in-camera editing software on the RAW file, then save it as a JPEG for further editing. Even with this extra step, I retain my 300-dpi advantage. Going forward, this is only way that I'll be shooting and processing RAW files...at least, until I get software that doesn't strip information from photographs.
October 09, 2009
More Proof The World Is Ending
I just opened a Twitter account. 8-O
On paper, it doesn't make sense; I don't have a smart phone and I don't feel like paying extra money just so I can tweet on the go. However, my Twitter page is yet another place to find out about my upcoming photo shoots, plus other details like what flavour of yogurt I'm eating.
While I was getting a haircut this afternoon, I recall saying that if you build it, they will come. This means I'd better build it and be ready when they come - and they will come.*
*If I say this enough times, it will happen eventually
On paper, it doesn't make sense; I don't have a smart phone and I don't feel like paying extra money just so I can tweet on the go. However, my Twitter page is yet another place to find out about my upcoming photo shoots, plus other details like what flavour of yogurt I'm eating.
While I was getting a haircut this afternoon, I recall saying that if you build it, they will come. This means I'd better build it and be ready when they come - and they will come.*
*If I say this enough times, it will happen eventually
October 08, 2009
World Domination, One Step At A Time
Before I slept this morning, I established a Facebook page for this blog. I've previously uploaded my photos to my personal Facebook account, but I want my work to go beyond my sphere of influence. Ergo, this dedicated Facebook page is the way to go.
Right now, I'm uploading all of the photo albums I've done since starting this blog. This process may take all day, but I hope not...I may have a brand new album for you tonight.
P.S. I never thought I'd say this, but a Twitter account may not be far behind...
Right now, I'm uploading all of the photo albums I've done since starting this blog. This process may take all day, but I hope not...I may have a brand new album for you tonight.
P.S. I never thought I'd say this, but a Twitter account may not be far behind...
October 02, 2009
This One's For Lorna
Before yesterday's 1st Annual Walk A Mile Toronto event, I was greeted by Lorna Freeman, Senior Consultant for Environics Communications. She thought that I was with a media agency since she saw me lying on my side to get a photograph (without a garbage bag again, I might add); I replied that I was part of the media.* Nonetheless, despite my lack of affiliation with a professional media agency, she graciously brought me to the media tent and gave me her card and a few press materials. Unfortunately, the folder itself was too big for my camera bag, but I made sure to keep the card and the actual materials.
The purpose of yesterday's walk was to draw attention to the issue of violence against women, particularly men's efforts to eradicate this phenomenon. According to the statistics I was given yesterday, "every minute of every day, a Canadian woman or child is being sexually assaulted." Also, "75% of Canadian men feel that it is quite important that men speak out about violence against women." Thanks to groups such as The White Ribbon Campaign and sponsors like Environics Communications and Zoom Media (three out of thirteen key sponsors), Walk A Mile Toronto is another step in drawing awareness and putting an end to violence against women.
For more information, feel free to check out any of the websites I've linked to above...and thanks, Lorna.
*I've used that line before, but it felt extra special yesterday.
The purpose of yesterday's walk was to draw attention to the issue of violence against women, particularly men's efforts to eradicate this phenomenon. According to the statistics I was given yesterday, "every minute of every day, a Canadian woman or child is being sexually assaulted." Also, "75% of Canadian men feel that it is quite important that men speak out about violence against women." Thanks to groups such as The White Ribbon Campaign and sponsors like Environics Communications and Zoom Media (three out of thirteen key sponsors), Walk A Mile Toronto is another step in drawing awareness and putting an end to violence against women.
For more information, feel free to check out any of the websites I've linked to above...and thanks, Lorna.
*I've used that line before, but it felt extra special yesterday.
In Need Of Z's
I had a long day of shooting photographs yesterday. Between Walk A Mile Toronto and Smirnoff Ice's event at Yonge-Dundas Square, I have more than enough photos to justify staying awake for more than twelve hours. Unfortunately, that also means that I'm very conscious of my need for shut-eye.
Ergo, I've uploaded three of yesterday's photos which didn't really pertain to the above events. As for the actual event photos, I'll probably edit them on my PC before I sleep - however, the actual uploading will have to wait until later this morning or early this afternoon.
I currently have 202 photos from both events, though that number may decrease after my editing is done. Are they worth the wait? I wouldn't present them if they weren't.
Ergo, I've uploaded three of yesterday's photos which didn't really pertain to the above events. As for the actual event photos, I'll probably edit them on my PC before I sleep - however, the actual uploading will have to wait until later this morning or early this afternoon.
I currently have 202 photos from both events, though that number may decrease after my editing is done. Are they worth the wait? I wouldn't present them if they weren't.
October 01, 2009
Taking Stock
I often cheekily say that love costs money; anyone who has tried to maintain a relationship already knows that. Fortunately, most ladies aren't too eager to get close to me, as my whole church knows (if you were there, you know the score). Thankfully, I don't spend much money on romantic love.
I have, however, spent a lot of money on something I love doing: photography. As a matter of fact, I have all of my receipts relating to camera gear, starting with the purchase of the Nikon D60 itself.
Here's the tale of the tape. All purchases were made at Downtown Camera except where noted; prices exclude taxes.
I have, however, spent a lot of money on something I love doing: photography. As a matter of fact, I have all of my receipts relating to camera gear, starting with the purchase of the Nikon D60 itself.
Here's the tale of the tape. All purchases were made at Downtown Camera except where noted; prices exclude taxes.
- Nikon D60 with 18-55mm VR f3.5-5.6G kit lens: $545.00
- SanDisk Ultra II 4GB memory card: $39.99 (discounted to $35.00)
- Transcend USB card reader: $21.99 (discounted to $20.00)
- Two Kenko 52mm UV filters: $19.99 (the first one was discounted to $18.00)
- Lowepro Omni Sport bag: $74.99 (discounted to $67.50)
- Nexxtech InfiniCell 4-pack NiMH batteries: $19.99 (purchased at The Source)
- Nikon SB-600 speedlight: $247.00
- Nikon 50mm f1.8D lens: $140.00
- Nikon ML-L3 wireless remote: $24.99
With taxes, my purchases total $1,285.35, $307.89 which I currently have yet to pay off (that's 24% of my purchase total). It's a good thing that I use a spreadsheet to keep track of my funds and allocate them properly; otherwise, I'd be lost.
September 18, 2009
Quick News Bite: Casting Crowns Edition
I've got "Who Am I" by Casting Crowns on repeat right now. I'm preparing to sing that song at church tonight; I'm sure that I'll be good to go.
Three of my photos are at blogTO as part of their TIFF Photos collection; they're in the slideshow after the featured photos. Also, Roger Green, a professor at the University Of Western Ontario, used one of my photos to illustrate his article on TIFF's spotlight on Tel Aviv. He was even nice enough to credit me under the Creative Commons license.
Onward and upward, getting ready for two photo shoots tomorrow. I especially look forward to the TIFF Wrap Party at Yonge-Dundas Square; Chuck D and Clyde Stubblefield (the drummer behind "Funky Drummer") will be in attendance.
Three of my photos are at blogTO as part of their TIFF Photos collection; they're in the slideshow after the featured photos. Also, Roger Green, a professor at the University Of Western Ontario, used one of my photos to illustrate his article on TIFF's spotlight on Tel Aviv. He was even nice enough to credit me under the Creative Commons license.
Onward and upward, getting ready for two photo shoots tomorrow. I especially look forward to the TIFF Wrap Party at Yonge-Dundas Square; Chuck D and Clyde Stubblefield (the drummer behind "Funky Drummer") will be in attendance.
September 17, 2009
TK Gets A Sheen
I could have posted about this yesterday morning, but I was so caught up in getting ready for my workout that everything else became an afterthought. Anyway, Elke runs a fan site for British actor Michael Sheen; she's included four of my photos from the gala for The Damned United.
Thanks, Elke!
Thanks, Elke!
September 11, 2009
Downtime
I had a lot of time to kill before DJ Champion's free gig yesterday night. In light of my disappointment at Brazilian Day Canada on Labour Day, I arrived at Yonge-Dundas Square a few hours early and staked out a spot at the front shortly after my arrival.
During the downtime, I met three photographers who were either working on their own or for a photographic agency. It didn't matter that I didn't have an official media tag or any other credentials. When they saw me with my newly-accessorized DSLR, the ice melted; there was no need to break it.
Oh, and in case you're wondering...one of them asked me if I had a card. I gave him Kristen Gale's suggestion from earlier in the week, then probably made a promise to myself that I'd work on getting my own cards next week. I mean, what's $19.99USD compared to the money I've already spent on this new vocation? ;-)
During the downtime, I met three photographers who were either working on their own or for a photographic agency. It didn't matter that I didn't have an official media tag or any other credentials. When they saw me with my newly-accessorized DSLR, the ice melted; there was no need to break it.
Oh, and in case you're wondering...one of them asked me if I had a card. I gave him Kristen Gale's suggestion from earlier in the week, then probably made a promise to myself that I'd work on getting my own cards next week. I mean, what's $19.99USD compared to the money I've already spent on this new vocation? ;-)
September 06, 2009
Crossing The Line
While I was at a choir practice last Tuesday evening, I was telling a fellow choir member about my photography aspirations. During our conversation, she asked if I had any business cards. When I replied in the negative, she recommended that I go somewhere like Staples and get some printed. Four evenings later at Fiera, two people - count 'em, two - asked if I had any business cards.
I can take a hint.
I don't officially run a small business with this photoblogging gig yet, but it kind of feels like I do. I think if I was to get business cards printed, I'd be crossing the line; I'd seriously have to think about naming my business and registering with the government (among other things). I don't want to overextend my reach at the moment - I just want to go places and take photos. :-)
I will say this though - in my relatively short life, very few things have brought me pure joy and put me in the zone while doing them. Without question, I can say that when I'm taking photos and running my "business", I'm in the zone.
I can take a hint.
I don't officially run a small business with this photoblogging gig yet, but it kind of feels like I do. I think if I was to get business cards printed, I'd be crossing the line; I'd seriously have to think about naming my business and registering with the government (among other things). I don't want to overextend my reach at the moment - I just want to go places and take photos. :-)
I will say this though - in my relatively short life, very few things have brought me pure joy and put me in the zone while doing them. Without question, I can say that when I'm taking photos and running my "business", I'm in the zone.
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