So, ya know the photo post series I was gonna do?
About that...
Some months ago, after seeing my photo books, you all wrote in with a bunch of great questions you had about photography, and I pulled them all together into a nice, long list of topics to cover.
And then I did, um, nothing with them.
Though I'm not usually a perfectionist, I think I've been a little frozen by perfectionism this time around!
Basically, I've been waiting for the time to do this in an ideal way, and that time hasn't materialized.
(For instance, I've thought that I should write the whole series and then start publishing the posts, because, you know, yay organization! And yay to being ahead of things!)
But if I look back on my almost 7 years of writing here, one thing is clear: I usually have enough time to keep up with my blog but rarely do I have time to work ahead.
Also, I think this is consistent with my personality. I tend to do small bits of work regularly rather than large amounts of work in spurts.
So, instead of fighting that and working against myself, I'm just gonna dive right in and write the posts weekly.
I might miss some weeks (which wouldn't happen if I wrote all the posts ahead of time!), but hey, that's not the end of the world.
And doing something imperfectly is better than not doing it at all.
Because, you know, it doesn't have to be perfect to bless other people.
So! Look for some photography posts soon.
P.S. Don't worry...pretty much all the things I have to share can be applied even if you don't have a great camera. And nothing's going to be super complicated, promise.
P.P.S. I feel slightly shy writing a bunch of posts about photography because there are a bazillion people out there who are better at photography than me. But I'm telling myself (again!) that it doesn't have to be perfect to bless other people.
I really need to improve my skills, so I can't wait for reading your posts about photography. Thank you for sharing what you have learnt with us !!
If you were perfect, Kristen, the readability of your wonderfully warm and human blog would go way down. We all have imperfections but not the same ones, so we can learn from each other. When we do share imperfections, it is strengthening to work together on making things better. In so many ways I find useful and inspiring words in this blog of yours, so carry on as before, please, and embrace those not perfect points.
I came to the comments section to write something similar! Many people with great photography skills arent able to communicate as wonderfully as you. So you've got multiple wonderful things to offer.
And you'll certainly bless many people 🙂
I thinks te readability, relatable factor of your b,oh is what makes us coming back! You have no qualms about being honest and showing the less-pretty parts of life!
Love love love that you have the grace to share! There may be other people out there who are better photographers, but they are not better writers. I look forward to reading your posts!
Kristen, don't sell yourself short. You have a great eye for photography. Everything you've posted is special and beautiful.
I think I just have this silly fear that a great photographer will happen across my posts and be like, "Really? She's telling people what to do??"
I feel so ridiculous typing that out, but there you go. =P
I cannot wait for your posts! I know you feel like you aren't "the best" but you explain things so well! That is the key reason why I can't wait! I know whatever you write will be understandable and can be applied to even my little point and shoot!
I'll take any help you can give me! Looking forward to the weekly post!
Thank you for blessing all of us and for not trying to be perfect, because there will only be one perfect Person in the universe.
Thanks for all the encouragement, you guys!
While it's true that there are lots of photo blogs, yours is the only blog I read, so keep in mind that you may be reaching an audience that wouldn't otherwise seek out photo-taking advice. Looking forward to seeing your ideas/suggestions!
Well, that is very true! And a lot of photo-taking advice is geared toward SLRs too, so perhaps this will be a little different in that sense.
I'm another who will welcome your advice - I admire your photos, and your writing is clear and readable. And you'll be writing for my little camera as well as the good ones, which gives me much hope! Up until now, I pretty much just gave up 🙂
One of my 2014 goals was to learn to use my camera, it never happened. In January I made it a 2015 goal and have been taking a online class. I'm sure your series will be very helpful. I'm eagerly looking forward to it.
I agree with wanting to work ahead and not always getting the chance to do so. Though I don't always follow through either, just jump right in so you start writing what you want to write and post!
Thanks Kristen for going ahead despite your reservations. I really love photography, but have NO time right now to spend a lot of time reading about how to improve. I think you're posts will be just what I need to boost my limited knowledge. I did not send a question before, but I'm hoping you'll address how to take those low light pictures you do so well. I love the pictures of Sonia with her cake!
I would love to hear more about what you've learned about photography! I have a new camera with so much to learn. I would be very interested in hearing about things that work for you - and being real- with the bad, good and the ugly - is what I am looking for anyway! So - go for it!
Love your photos and you have a great sense of balance, subject, and beauty. I'm quite certain there are more talented photographers out there, but it does not diminish you ability. So it's wonderful that you will share your insight with the rest of us.
One small thing - your advertisers have made videos (with sound) on your page. I couldn't figure out how to turn them off. I muted the sound and that helped, but it was annoying. Sorry about the whining.
Well, nuts! Could you take a screenshot when that happens? I always, always opt out of auto play videos, but sometimes, one sneaks through and I have to send in a request to take the ad down? Knowing what company was being advertised and where the ad is located on my blog helps so very much!
It is gone. It was at the bottom right but I cannot remember what it was advertising. If I notice it again, I'll take a picture for you. Thanks
Ok, thank you so much for your help!
Oh, I'm excited for this!