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Hi everyone…a little about myself hmmm…
I am a struggling photographer and a single mom who is trying to start her own photography business. My whole world revolves around my child, my family, my friends, my country, and OUR Troops. God Bless each and everyone of you. Stay safe and return home to your loved ones.
I have been involved in photography in one way or another for 18 years. I was introduced to photography when I was 15 years old by my high school art teacher. She showed me a photo taken by Ansel Adams… my favorite photographer to this day, and I have been drawn to photography ever since.
I have 7 years of professional photography training. Mostly in 35mm black and white film, however, I was also trained in color film technics as well as dark room developing technics. I have multiple awards for my work with photography… contests as well as achievement awards. I won two scholarships to the college of my choice for my work in photography. I was headed for a stellar career as a photojournalist and had even worked in the field briefly as an intern before being side tracked.
About 10 yrs ago I became pregnant. My priorities changed from my obsession with photography and producing the best photo; to being the best parent that I could be. I flipped the switch and went forth into the light from the red haze of my darkroom. I locked my darkroom door, afraid that the chemicals that I used to develope my photos would harm my daughter. I turned my once obsession into a passing hobby and focused myself on being a mom.
Now, my daughter… my bright shining star, my light in the darkness, has guided me back to my calling… my passion… showing the people of the world how I view it. Her growing interest in photography has led me back to where I belong… though I have to admit, I am now outdated… all my previous training, is now considered old school. My dark room has been turned into a storage room and my enlargers are being used as hangers. But it all matters naught… this is the digital age and I must re-learn technics, gather my talent, and re-enter the new photography world.
I have to admit that I really like digital. My laptop has become my dark room and I now share my passion with my greatest love… my child. I am reaching for my dreams and when I finally grab onto them… I am going to bring them into my reality. This is me… this is who I am. I am a mom. I am a photographer.
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Who I'd like to meet: Ansel Adams, Jerry Uelsmann, Annie Leibovitz, Bruce Davidson, Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy,I'd really love to meet Jamie and Adam from Mythbusters. LOL I love that show.
Things were really dull this morning Nothing seemed worthwhile Then I saw this smiling face Behind the camera lens Then I began to smile Thanks ! ----Eagle Cruagh
The first one was the one I was thinking of when I wrote that piece. I knew you and I would be insinc on that one. Your the best and I miss you so much already.
I know, I know, just a phone call away, but even that is not enough anymore. lol...
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