Transition...

In keeping with my latest post I have decided to make a big change. I am putting law school on hold. I had a decent discussion with my boss and we were able to negotiate a full time solution.

Details aside, I believe this will put me in the perfect position to pursue a career in photography.

Working at the Camera Shop provides me with all of the latest news and equipment relating to the industry. I also get to hear about all of the methods that other photographers use along with all of the mistakes they made. Every so often we get people asking about a photographer, now that I have a lot more free time, I will be able to offer myself as an option. In order to get some good experience, there are quite a few customers who have asked me to assist them on weddings and group shots.

Best of all, I am going to be able to offer everything I know in the realm of non-people photography. Eventually I will be able to offer classes 'in the field' that go beyond the beginner courses taught at the store. A few short instructional guides are in the very early stages that should be quite helpful the beginner and intermediate user. A local trail guide, a major goal, was put on hold because of school; work on that is going to begin in earnest.

While being a lawyer certainly has its benefits, it isn't really for me. I do like the idea of protecting the things and people I care about in any way possible, but I feel like I can accomplish far more doing something I love. Plus, it is far easier to share a story about a great picture than it is to share the reason why I won a case. I do need to mention one thing. Law school was a great experience. I will truly miss it. Interestingly enough, I believe that it expanded my photographic eye more than anything else I have learned. The law is so dynamic and complex; it requires a very open and broad mind; it leaves a desire to look deeper. Just like a well decided case, a beautiful photograph leaves you inspired to make the world a better place. The problem with law is that very few people appreciate the intrinsic exquisiteness of it all. As with photographs you have compromise, the give and take; subtly or saturated, sharp or soft, highlights or shadows. They are both artistic.

However, with photography I get the most important thing of all... outside. Very little law is done while hiking through the deep woods, kayaking a peaceful river, or hiding in a blind for that perfect shot.

If I had a choice I would live two lifetimes and pursue both, but we all know that isn't possible... yet... *crosses fingers for genetic rejuvenation*

Well, to close this whole thing, I hope that everyone will check out my gallery and please... make comments, or at least click the thumbs up or down thing. And, if you ever need a photographer, or know anyone who does, try and think about me.

Also... I really need to throw this in here. Mike, sorry I didn't get this in until the bottom but it's all about me! ;) Anyhow, my great friend Mike Prince is a part author in a new book! I'm very very excited about this. For less than $10 you can get the book shipped to you! Go here to order it... seriously, $10... it's well worth it! You can check out their site here.