Being good. Scary concept sometimes. We set out to be "good" at something, and it's kind of hard to measure when we get there. Is it the number of Likes on your Facebook page? Or the content on your blog?
I always thought that there was a "type" of person or style you had to be. Like you had to work to become similar to the other photographers out there.
But overall, being "good" is what you make it. Failing and succeeding is all in the journey.
I always thought that there was a "type" of person or style you had to be. Like you had to work to become similar to the other photographers out there.
But overall, being "good" is what you make it. Failing and succeeding is all in the journey.
Now don't get me wrong; there are going to be people who critique your work or who do not like your style. That is okay! When it comes to creativity, you have to be brave and put your big girl (or guy) pants on. We get knocked down, but you need to stand right up again.
Coming up with your own style is key!
Be able to distinguish between constructive criticism and someone just disagreeing with your style. Be willing to take in the critiques! Chances are, they were in your position not too long ago.
One of the biggest keys to success is taking chances! All the great creators of the world were once thought to be crazy, right? I mean, look at Apple. 30 years ago, if you had told someone that there would be a device that fit in your pocket that could carry all information known to mankind, they would have thought you were insane. Here we are today, though, with iPhones and all kinds of SmartPhones that allow us to access loads of information in seconds. Maybe you will be the next Steve Jobs of photography!
There are a lot of skills that you will need to develop to help you become successful and "good," but we all are still learning.
So "good;" throw that word out. Be willing. Be daring. Just be YOU! Because that is good enough.
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