How Clear is Your Vision? (D313)

With so much talk and buzz about VISION the last few days, I couldn’t help but think about my vision and your vision. What is it that drives you to pursue what you love?

Listening to a podcast with Seth Godin, I saw similarities in what he was describing about being a Linchpin. You can’t be a Linchpin without vision. No one just goes the extra mile or steps outside of themselves for kicks, there is always a vision, a purpose, a reason.

So what’s your vision? What is it that keeps you awake at night wondering how you’ll make it happen? What drives you to spend your free time studying or practicing photography (or any other pursuit)? What nags at you deep in your core that just won’t let go?

That’s what I want to hear about. Let’s talk about that!

Here’s my vision for today… re-reading David duChemin’s amazing book VisionMongers. If you haven’t read it, you should. It’ll inspire, challenge and set you on a course for living out your vision.

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Technical Knowledge: Read page 3 in Canon EOS 5D camera manual since that’s my new (previously owned) camera! More on that later, but I have to admit I feel a bit like Pinocchio… “I’m a real boy photographer now.” Not to say the tools are everything because they’re not… as Chase Jarvis says, The Best Camera Is The One That’s With You. And as his iPhone pics can attest, talent goes a long way. But, I was definitely feeling like I had outgrown my camera. Like my hubby always says, “It’s the talent, not the tools.” Regardless of the camera, a talented storyteller and someone with a good eye can take amazing pics.

Images: Looked at images from Emerging Photographers of the Year since I submitted my portfolio to apply for one of the final few spots. Have you submitted your portfolio? What’s stopping you? Never hurts to give it a shot!

July 10, 2010

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http://twitter.com/jamieworley Jamie Worley

I seriously doubt you do this sort of thing on your blog, but I gave you an award: Blog with Substance. I particularly love what you're doing with Voices of the Victims, so if nothing else, I hope it will send a few more people your way to learn about it!
http://tasra365.com tasra

Thanks so much Jamie! I appreciate the award. I don't usually post them on
my blog just because it's so easy to get cluttered, but I still consider it
an honor.
http://bunny-trails.blogspot.com Dianne – Bunny Trails

I bought this book some time ago, when Borders was still around and I had a fabulous coupon. It’s been sitting on my shelf, just waiting for me to curl up in my Grandma chair and read it. Thank you for the reminder. I think this will be a perfect read as this year wraps up. David is one of the most encouraging, motivating, and inspiring people. I especially enjoy the rants on his blog!

I’m totally with you on the camera thing. Yes, you can get great shots with any camera, but there’s something to be said for one that is actually capable of handling difficult lighting situations or whatever the case may be. I just moved up from a Rebel XS to a 60D and there is a big difference in the camera’s capabilities. I’m finally stepping out of the comfort zone and moving from a photography hobby to an actual business. Fear is doing all it can to shove me back into that comfort zone, but I’m pressing on.

Speaking of which, have you been on the Make Things Happen blog? I’m loving the posts over there. Another very motivating and inspiring site (like you and David). I need those boosts on a regular basis right now or I’ll just shrink back into my comfort zone.
http://tasramar.com tasra

Yes! Glad I was able to remind you to pick it up. Perfect time to get started as you prepare for the new year! Congrats on your step up in the camera department. It does make a difference in your images and confidence when you know your camera is capable of capturing the shots you envision. Which blog are you referring to? Would love to check it out.
http://bunny-trails.blogspot.com Dianne – Bunny Trails

I suppose it would help if I provided the link. I think I copied it, but then wrote a bunch more and forgot to paste it.

http://mth2011.tumblr.com/
http://bunny-trails.blogspot.com Dianne – Bunny Trails

I suppose it would help if I provided the link. I think I copied it, but then wrote a bunch more and forgot to paste it.

http://mth2011.tumblr.com/
http://tasramar.com tasra

Got it. Thanks! Will check it out tomorrow.
http://tasramar.com tasra

Got it. Thanks! Will check it out tomorrow.