The dream to be a professional photographer faded many years ago. I find it interesting that when I eliminated the word professional I began to really be a photographer. Photography began to be a part of me, something I needed to partake of on a regular basis. It began to change something within me, opening my eyes and really see the world around me, whether that’s photographing a sunset or a walk through an alley in my neighborhood. I continuously look for “the more” and find it to be a wonderful process and journey. Yes, photography has changed me.
6 Comments
Steve Skinner
Sometimes it’s better to do things just for the joy of doing it!
Monte Stevens
And, it is a joy for me.
oneowner
I much prefer being an amateur photographer as opposed to professional. It’s Love photography just for the joy of it.
Monte Stevens
I like that, “love photography.”
e.Brooks
I dare say you changed yourself, Monte, by your own drive and motivation to find “the more.” Photography was the toolset and method you chose to use to explore and drive these changes.
Monte Stevens
Yes, the change in me has been the important aspect. I mention that in today’s post.