Progress, You Never Stop Learning

When I first started my photography journey in 2008, I felt confident that I was on a journey that would lead me to many learning opportunities. I was right, and I still feel like I can learn more about my craft.

Here is a photo from my very first Engagement sessions from 2008. I was really proud of this image, and I still am today. But other photos I took during this session could have been improved upon. Not to mention this was before I learned how to shoot in manual mode, I was shooting in either aperture prior or TV mode. Sometimes that works better, but since all of my classes at Pittsburg State University required manual I learned quickly that you really have the most control in manual.

Here is a more recent photograph, that I took in studio. I can honestly say that I have come a long way. I know how to better use my camera, I've learned how to use a studio, and I've formed amazing relationships with other photographers. I can't fathom where my life would be without Photography. For those that may not know, I'm also a Nursing major. I've been applying to Pittsburg State University's Nursing program for three years now. I had taken all of my prerequisites, I did not make it into the Nursing program this spring, which was a blow. But I'm thankful that I decided to take Photojournalism I, and the teacher told me I had potential. I continued with Photojournalism II, and after receiving my "rejection" letter, I set up an appointment with my Photojournalism professor and added a Communication major, with an emphasis in Photojournalism. I thank the lord every day that he placed people in my life to help me along this path.

I'll end with another recent favorite photo of mine. I hope to continue growing and learning as a photographer. It still amazes me how much I have grown since I started.