Embracing Your Individuality and Putting Yourself Out There
When pursuing something new, it's common to get weighed down by self-doubt and fear of failure. We may hesitate to take action, waiting for the "perfect" moment or for everything to fall into place before making a move. However, the truth is that there is no perfect time, and the only way to succeed is by taking the leap.
In January 2022, I made a New Year's resolution to worry less and create more. To post more. Record more. Photograph more. At the time, I was working at a marketing agency and had just bought MYSELF A camera. I found myself learning from observing other creatives online. While at work I didn’t veer off into experimental approaches, my favorite season of photography actually came when I left THE agency AND BEGAN focusing on building my portfolio. I spent two months learning about the craft and studying artists' work that inspired me. Their stories, their gear, their approaches, their tips, the way their mind worked on creative levels pre-shoot, during, and in post. After 2 months, I offered PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS TO MY SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWING and EAGERLY scheduled 12 photoshoots for a single week. ( LOL I KNOW ) During this time, I began finding my own unique VOICE THROUGH photography. Every INDIVIDUAL has something unique to offer, and it's important to embrace that individuality AS A PHOTOGRAPHER AND CAPTURE THAT UNIQUENESS OF THE SUBJECT. I veered away from what I learned about "right and wrong" in photography and explored different techniques.
it’s fun to think that this is only a part of your development as a person and a creator. TO LOOK BACK ONE day and see your progress and how you refined your style with each passing shoot. The magic of the experience is IN THE NOW - embrace where you are at this moment - that includeS your short listed resumes, your limited website, and maybe even your out of focus images. hahaha.
Whether it's starting a business, publishing a website, submitting an application, or creating a portfolio...
just launch it!
